For some gals, lip gloss is the ultimate beauty staple. It can create
pout perfection and can transform an average makeup look into a serious head-turner.
What you probably didn't know is that
lip gloss can also be used on the
eyelids. The 'Eye Gloss Trick', as I like to call it, dates back to the 1920's when
flapper girls would dab lip gloss onto eyelids to make their
eyes shimmer. The trick is still very much alive, in fact many
makeup artists swear by it!
In addition to brightening the eyes by reflecting light, glossed eyelids also
tone down eye shadow, helping to
soften severe colours.
The key to getting this trick right is to use the tiniest amount of lip gloss. Lightly apply a
clear thick gloss onto the center of the eyelid with your finger and then gently dab it across the rest of the eyelid. You can take this trick to the next level by using a lip gloss that contains
shimmer or
sparkle. I would recommend the MAC Lustreglass in Lustrewhite (£13.50
MAC / $15.00
MAC).