Eye pigments, whether loose or pressed, add intense color and shimmer to your eye makeup. Applying them correctly minimizes fallout and ensures a long-lasting, vibrant look.
Preparing for Application
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Choose your base: A sticky base like a glitter glue primer or a setting spray (like MAC Fix+) helps pigments adhere better and reduces fallout, especially with loose pigments. For pressed pigments, a base isn't strictly necessary but can improve blendability and longevity. [Source: Reddit & YouTube tutorials]
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Select your tools: Use a stiff, flat brush for picking up and applying the pigment. A fluffy brush is useful for blending. [Source: Makeup Geek blog]
Applying Eye Pigment
Method 1: Direct Application (Loose Pigments):
- Lightly tap your brush into the pigment, ensuring excess is removed to prevent fallout. [Source: YouTube tutorial]
- Sweep the brush onto your eyelids, building intensity gradually. [Source: YouTube tutorial]
Method 2: Mixing Method (Loose Pigments):
- Mix a small amount of pigment with a mixing medium (like a cream base or mixing liquid) in a separate container. [Source: YouTube tutorial]
- Apply the mixture to your eyelids with a brush. This method helps control fallout. [Source: YouTube tutorial]
Method 3: Applying Pressed Pigments:
- Apply directly to the eyelid with a brush, just as you would with pressed eyeshadow. [Source: Reddit discussion]
- For enhanced pigmentation and longevity, use a sticky base. [Source: Reddit discussion]
Tips & Considerations
- Fallout: Loose pigments are notorious for fallout. To minimize this, tap off excess pigment from your brush, apply gently, and work in a well-ventilated area. Consider using a setting spray after application to minimize fallout and set your look. [Source: Multiple sources]
- Eyeshadow vs. Pigment: While you can sometimes use powder eyeshadow as a dry brush pigment, pigments often deliver more intense color and shimmer. [Source: Reddit discussion]
- Eye Safety: Always use pigments that are explicitly labeled as "eye safe." If using pigments not designed for the eye area, take necessary precautions, such as using a glitter glue primer and performing a patch test. [Source: Reddit discussion]
- Experiment: Explore different application techniques and brushes to discover what works best for your preferred look and type of pigment.
