To pick up eyeshadow according to one method, you can use a clean finger to gather the product directly from the pot.
When applying eyeshadow, it's often best to start with a small amount to ensure easy blending and control over the intensity. One technique involves using your fingertip as a tool to transfer just the right amount of product.
Using Your Finger as a Tool
A practical way to pick up eyeshadow, especially if you want to control the amount, is by using a clean finger. This method allows for precise initial pickup.
Here's a simple breakdown:
- Ensure your finger is clean.
- Gently press or swipe a clean finger onto the surface of the eyeshadow in the pot.
- Pick up a little eyeshadow at a time.
The Back of Your Hand as a Palette
After picking up the eyeshadow with your finger, it's recommended to transfer it before applying it directly to your eyelid.
- Work it into the back of your hand.
Using the back of your hand as a palette serves an important purpose: it helps control how much color goes onto your eyelid initially. This prevents applying too much product at once, which can make blending difficult.
As highlighted: "If you go in too heavy, with too much eyeshadow, it'll be much harder to blend," says Katie.
By transferring a small amount to your hand first, you can then pick up the desired quantity from your hand using a brush or your finger, ensuring a lighter application on the lid that can be built up gradually.
Following these steps, based on the described method, helps you pick up eyeshadow effectively for controlled application.
