Kohl or kajal is one of the most basic
items in any woman’s vanity. In ancient times, Kohl was used as a medicinal
preparation to avoid eye infections. Today it is a makeup item used by women
across the globe to highlight their eyes. Traditionally kohl was prepared as a
creamy substance using ingredients like sandalwood, castor oil, and muslin
cloth. Today, Kohl comes in different formats and forms. The new age cosmetic brands have made it
easier to apply by manufacturing Kajal in the pencil form.
Here is a step by step guide
for applying Kajal:
Before you start, you need to clean the eye
area so that the kajal stays for a long time. Usually the most important problem
with kohl is that it does not stay for long and it creases and spreads easily. But
you can avoid this by opting for a waterproof Kajal.
Also those with oily skin and lids have to
take extra precautions in order to get the maximum effect of the kohl.
Step 1:
Make sure to clear the eye area of any
leftover eye makeup. Apply the foundation or tinted moisturizer and do the face
makeup.
Step 2:
Conceal the under eye area if you have any dark
circles. After applying concealer, use a primer on the lids for better staying
power.
Step 3:
Now use the kohl pencil to line from the
inner corner of the eyes and extend it towards the outer corners. Use a thicker
line near the outer corners.
Also line the upper lids with kohl or eye
liner. If you want to make your eyes look bigger, then use a nude kohl pencil
to line just the inner rim of the lower lash line.
Also to make the kohl stay longer, apply a
bit of pressed powder or translucent powder. This way, it will stay in place
for a really long time. You can apply a bit of black eye shadow over it for the
same results. Use compact right under the lower lash line to help the kohl stay
in its place. Apply mascara and you are done.
Thanks Chetana for this easy to follow tutorial. Do visit StyleCraze.com for more eye makeup tips
and tutorials.
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