Your makeup routine is your own — but sometimes a new trick makes all the difference. Here are our best tips for eyes that really stand out, without having to start from scratch.
Colour Correction — the Step You Probably Skip
Concealer alone isn't always enough to get rid of dark circles. The problem is that concealer applied directly onto grey or cool undertones beneath the eyes still leaves a duller, uneven result. The solution is a thin layer of colour corrector under your concealer — a warm peach or orange tone neutralises the cool blue and grey tones and gives you an even base to work with. The result? Less concealer, a more natural finish, and no more greyish shadows drawing focus away from your eyes.
Eyebrow Pencil — Fill in Smartly, Not Heavily
Well-defined brows frame the eyes and balance the whole face — but it's about technique, not quantity. A common mistake is filling in more towards the middle of the brow, where the hairs are already thickest, instead of working towards the tail where it's needed most. Focus on evening out the brow from inner edge to outer edge with light pencil strokes, then fluff through with a spoolie brush for a natural finish. Our Micro Sculpting Brow Pencil with its ultra-fine tip makes it easy to build up shape exactly where you need it, without looking overdone.
Want to spend less time filling in your brows each day? Xbrow Eyebrow Serum gives naturally fuller, thicker brows in 28 days — so the makeup step gets shorter and shorter.
Longer Lashes — the Foundation for Everything
Mascara is great, but it's the underlying condition of your lashes that determines the end result. Sparse or short lashes give a limited outcome no matter how good the mascara wand is. Xlash Eyelash Serum is applied along the lash root every evening and works deep down to give naturally longer, fuller, and stronger lashes. Once your lashes are in top condition, a little mascara is all you need to lift the whole look. Try Weightless Mascara for a natural, lightweight finish, or Drama Mascara when you want something more dramatic.
Eyeliner — Let the Shape Do the Work
How you apply your eyeliner changes your entire eye shape — and this is where many people miss a big opportunity. Instead of following the lash line from the inner corner all the way out, try starting from the middle of the eye and working outward. Finish with a thin, straight flick that points upward — it creates a lift at the outer corner and makes the eyes look more almond-shaped and open. Keep the line sleek and thin along the lash line for definition without closing in your gaze. If you have round or larger eyes, this is the trick that truly makes a difference.
To Finish
Eyes that stand out come down to the right techniques and products working together. Experiment and find what works for your features.
