Prom Makeup Smokey Eyes 2011

So the 2011 prom season is just beginning, and now that you’ve found your perfect, princess dress, it’s time to accessorize accordingly to finish off the look. That means you’re faced with the task of finding the right shoes, handbag, hairstyle, jewelry and makeup!

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Each one of these smaller details will compliment your dress, and really tie your overall look together, but you must focus on one task at a time, so as not to hastily rush through the preparations for your special, hard-earned prom night! So let’s begin with makeup tips.



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A dressy evening event like a prom is a perfect opportunity to wear dramatic, dark, smokey eye makeup.

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However, you might be wondering how to get that perfect smokey eye effect? Here are some tips on how to blend eyeshadow and liner into a beautiful, cohesive coating that will bring you one step closer to pulling off your perfect prom ensemble.

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The first step is the prepare your eyelids for what’s to come with some eyeshadow base, or primer.

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Apply the base to your eyelids and let it dry for a few minutes before proceeding with the rest of the process.

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This step will keep the rest of your eye makeup from melting into the crease of your eyelid by reducing the amount of natural oils on your lid.