6 ways to draw arrows for an impending eyelid

Updated: 04/23/2021 11:35:05

Expert: Ekaterina Alekseevna Savitskaya

Such a feature of appearance as a drooping eyelid or a “hooded” eyelid is perceived by some girls as a highlight, and by others as an aesthetic defect. On the one hand, this appearance feature can give the look a tired or sad look and visually narrow the shape of the eyes. At the same time, slightly lowered eyelids can give the appearance a touch of mystery, making the look languid and seductive.

Makeup artists believe that no matter how a woman feels about this feature of her face, it is easy to emphasize or, conversely, correct it. And arrows are perfect for these purposes. Expertology.ru journalists, in collaboration with leading makeup artists, have compiled for you a list of the best ways to draw arrows and advantageously emphasize the shape of the eyes that nature has endowed.

The concept of “drooping eyelid” - what is it and how to determine that you have exactly this type of appearance

Before reading about what ways there are to draw arrows for the impending century, you need to figure out whether this problem is typical for you. In principle, it is very difficult to call such a facial feature a problem. Recognized beauties and successful women Oksana Akinshina, Kate Moss, Jennifer Aniston, Gisele Bundchen, Jennifer Lawrence, Lindsay Lohan, Cate Blanchett, Blake Lively, Emma Stone, Rosamund Pike also have this facial feature. But they don’t complement them at all, because they consider their appearance to be unique. Even with minimal makeup they look amazing. And correctly drawn arrows only emphasize their beauty.

There are three types of anatomical structure of the face, in which the upper eyelid hangs over the mobile one:

Overlapping the central area.
Covering the outer corner of the eye.
Covering the inner corner of the eye.
Covering the movable eyelid completely.

That is, if the upper eyelid, located under the eyebrow, covers any part of the movable eyeball located in the area, then it really is a drooping eyelid or a “hooded” eyelid.

The main factor that contributes to the fact that the upper eyelid hangs over the mobile eyelid is a genetic predisposition, an anatomical feature of the facial structure. It is as natural as a dimple on the chin or a high forehead. But there may be other reasons why the eyelids swell and look drooping:

Non-compliance with the daily routine, late going to bed, short (less than 7-8 hours) night sleep. As well as non-compliance with sleep hygiene rules, which does not allow you to get a good night's sleep (uncomfortable bed, light and noise in the room, etc.).
Overwork, stress.
Drinking large amounts of liquid after 7-8 pm, which contributes to the formation of edema.
Smoking and regular alcohol consumption.
Diseases of the cardiovascular system with the occurrence of swelling.
Hormonal changes in the body.
Age-related changes, sagging facial skin.

Some girls believe that with drooping eyelids, arrows are contraindicated, as they draw attention to the eyes, making the defect in appearance more noticeable. But makeup artists assure that correctly drawn arrows, on the contrary, can emphasize the beauty of the eyes and make the look attractive.

The usual classics

A classic winged eyeliner is not the best option for a looming eyelid, because its tail curls a little and the makeup is simply invisible when your eyes are open. But you shouldn’t give up the classics, as you can use the tricks of professional makeup artists.

Step by step video:

Lightly outline the future arrows on the eyelids with your eyes open. The main task is to create the effect of a continuous line that goes from the very base to the tail of the arrow. Carefully paint over everything, making a perfect smooth transition. It turns out to be a kind of lightning arrow. Of course, it’s quite rare to get this kind of makeup done the first time, but if you practice regularly. You can easily create classic arrows for evening makeup.

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With the help of a common colored eyeliner, you can easily improve any arrow option you choose. If you have slightly drooping eyelids, you can’t do without experimenting. You shouldn’t be afraid of them, because this is the only way to create truly attractive makeup that turns imperfections into beautiful advantages. Through regular training, you will certainly learn how to create attractive wings that will emphasize the expressiveness of your eyes.

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What cosmetic product is best to use to draw arrows?

Makeup artists confirm that arrows can be drawn not only with liquid eyeliner, but also with a cosmetic pencil, and even eye shadow. But the problem of the impending eyelid requires the clearest possible lines in the area of eyelash growth on the upper eyelid.

Therefore, make-up experts advise - use liquid black eyeliner. It will help emphasize the shape of the eyes and the length of the eyelashes. It is advisable that the eyeliner be waterproof, since a drooping eyelid can smear the line and make it fuzzy and uneven. A pencil or shadow that emphasizes the contours of the eyelids is also an option, but not the most effective.

An alternative option for those girls who do not want to waste time on daily application of decorative cosmetics is eyelid tattooing. In this case, the arrows will last for several months and in the morning you will only need to apply shadows and mascara to your eyes. Since eyelid tattooing is a potentially dangerous procedure, it should only be performed by a reliable, experienced, qualified artist.

Makeup artists' techniques

To create the perfect makeup for a client with drooping upper eyelids, makeup artists resort to various techniques and tricks.

Pink and red shades are prohibited colors when decorating the eyes! These tones are not suitable, as they give the appearance of inflamed, swollen eyes, which already appear heavy due to drooping eyelids.
Drawing a false fold with brown shadows in combination with light tones applied under the eyebrow will help to make the eyes visually wider.
To draw arrows, you should use shadows and a pencil, since the eyeliner line is quickly smeared by the lowered eyelid. If you can’t do without eyeliner, then you need to choose a product with a waterproof effect.
During makeup, the eyes must be open, otherwise the future result cannot be predicted.
To evenly draw a ponytail, designed to extend the lower eyelid, you can resort to using a plastic card. It should be applied to the lower eyelashes and draw a line of the required length in the direction from the eye. A plastic card will help create a perfectly straight line.

When drawing a ponytail, you don’t need to make it very long on a face with drooping eyelids, but nevertheless there should still be a small ponytail.
It is necessary to avoid combining the eyeliner line of the lower part of the eye with the arrow, this creates the appearance of even drooping eyelids.
It is important to avoid drawing arrows of disproportionate thickness. If the line is thicker in the central part and tapers towards the edge, the eyes will appear distorted.
It is better to shade the line drawn with a pencil with a special applicator. To apply shadow arrows, you should purchase a small, dense brush with a beveled edge.
When selecting shadows, it is better to give preference to liquid structures, but not water-based ones.
When creating an image, it is better, in general, to refuse to apply mascara to the lower eyelashes, and use it only when coloring the upper ones.

Basic rules and recommendations on how to draw arrows

Make-up artists shared their secrets with us

, which will be useful to all girls with this eye shape:

Pearlescent, bright, shiny, eye-catching shades and colors of shadows cannot be used. The area where makeup is applied and which needs to be highlighted is the lash line on the upper eyelid.
Also, it is not recommended to use too dark shades of eyeshadow for makeup; heavy, smoky makeup will not work in this case.
The lower eyelid is emphasized minimally - no thick or bold lines. Otherwise, you will make the eye shape narrower than you would like (although in some cases this is true).
Pink, red and all shades of this palette are not used when making up drooping eyelids. Shadows or eyeliner of these colors will give already voluminous eyelids a painful, inflamed and swollen appearance.
Pay attention to the upper eyelashes. If they are not only tinted with mascara, but also curled with special tweezers, the eyes will gain greater expressiveness and the gaze will become more wide-open.
Since eye makeup is minimal, you can highlight your lips. Lipsticks and lip gels in juicy berry shades are suitable. But it’s worth considering that lately fashionistas have been focusing on their lips only in evening makeup. If your make-up is casual, it is better to give preference to pastel and delicate beige, pinkish, peach tones of lipstick.
Always choose light shades of eyeshadow for the inner areas of the upper eyelid and 1-2 shades darker for the outer. In general, a light palette of cosmetics for eye makeup will help give the image lightness.

These are basic recommendations that will not allow you to make basic mistakes if you want to draw arrows for the impending eyelid. Now let's look at what types of arrows there are.

Neat arrows for the impending century. Why is it difficult to draw arrows on drooping eyelids?

How to correctly draw an arrow line with a tail and what is the best way to do it - we’ll talk a little later. First, you need to understand why many people fail to beautifully decorate drooping eyelids using makeup techniques.

Why are arrows needed to:

make small eyes large and wide open;
solve the problem with drooping corners: using eyeliner, visually pull them up, getting the shape of a cat’s eyes;
for narrow eyes – visually widen;
round eyes - lengthen;
simply highlight the eyelash contour, emphasizing the natural shape of the eyes;
“put in place” wide or far-set eyes;
give a seductive look;
if there is a drooping eyelid, “open” the eye.

If you draw arrows of the same shape on eyes of different types, they will look different. They will brighten up one face, and ruin another. Everything is very individual, because each of us has our own facial features that need to be either highlighted or hidden with makeup. So, the main problem with the arrow on the impending eyelid is that it is not visible. An ordinary arrow, which would successfully design a “non-problematic” eyelid, will not work here. If you draw it correctly, taking into account all the nuances of the eyes, the arrows will be visible to others, the eyes will become expressive, and the gaze will be attractive.

A few basic ways to draw arrows

These types of arrows are suitable for both young girls and women over the age of 40, when problems such as sagging eyelid skin arise:

A thin arrow curved in accordance with the eyelash growth line on the upper eyelid - it will help highlight the beauty of the eyes, but at the same time it will not be covered by a voluminous fold.
A wide, smooth arrow that also gently curves upward towards the outer tip of the eyebrow. Such a bright and expressive image is suitable for evening makeup or a festive photo shoot.
A sharply curved arrow will also help to visually open the eyes that cover the drooping eyelids. Here it will be useful to emphasize the break in the line by applying light shadows to the area under the eyebrows.
An arrow with a forked tail adds mystery to the look, makes it “cunning” and sly, mischievous.
A half-length arrow that originates not in the inner corners of the eyes, but in the center of the eyelash line - this option is suitable for girls who not only have drooping eyelids, but also close-set eyes.
Cleopatra's arrow is not smooth and curved, but relatively straight. It is easy to draw if you use a plastic card or a small ruler, which is applied to the skin in the area of the lower eyelashes and draw a line of the required length.

These are the main types of arrows that can be drawn to correct an impending eyelid. Let's look further at techniques for applying eye makeup.

How to draw arrows for the impending eyelid.

Many girls have the following question: “I have a Drooping Eyelid, how should I do Makeup?”

There are many ways to correct this fact with the great help of shadows. But today we will talk about arrows. Clear, classic, beautiful.

The big problem is that the drooping eyelid “breaks” straight lines. Therefore, you can simply draw an arrow, but it will not look impressive.

1. I have beautiful eyes with a fold.

2. First, apply light shadows to the moving eyelid and a little darker above the crease.

3. Now open your eyes and draw an arrow with a yellow pencil.

4. close your eye and you will see what happened: 5. now connect with a rounded line. Draw an arrow with gel eyeliner or a marker: 6. Apply eyelashes. This is what a neat arrow will look like:

Graceful wing for daily makeup

Makeup artists shared with journalists a simple technique for applying quick eye makeup:

An eyeshadow base is applied to the entire surface of the upper eyelid.
Flesh-colored shadows are shaded on the eyelid up to the brow line. If you think that this step is unnecessary, since the shadows on the skin are not noticeable, keep in mind that if this is not done, the arrow may “imprint” on the upper area of the eyelid.
Draw a line along the border of eyelash growth on the upper eyelid, ending it exactly at the point where the outer corners of the upper and lower eyelids meet. The inner corner of the eye and a distance of approximately 0.5 cm from it are not painted. The width of the arrow at the beginning of the line should be thinner than at the end.
The most crucial moment is to draw a beautiful, neat tip of the arrow. To do this, draw a short (about 0.3-0.5 cm) line from the outer corner of the eye towards the temple. And after that, a small straight line is drawn from the tail of the arrow to the crease of the eyelid. It is enough to make this “corner” or tip 2 or 3 millimeters long. The last step is to move along the eyelash line and draw an arrow so that you get a volumetric line, the width of which at the outer corner of the eye is approximately twice as wide as it is closer to the inner corner of the eye, that is, at the beginning.
A light pigment is applied to the area under the eyebrow hairline - highlighter, shadow, foundation one shade lighter than the skin color on the face.
The eyelashes on the upper eyelid are colored more intensely than on the lower eyelid.
The image is complete, the look even with drooping eyelids becomes attractive and bright.

Drawing arrows for the looming eyelid is not difficult, but in order for the image to be harmonious, you need to pay attention to the shape of the eyebrows. It should be as natural as possible. Plucking the hairs clean or making the arches unnaturally thin, or not shaping the eyebrows at all, is not an option. Let's consider what the consequences of improper handling of eyebrows in combination with drooping eyelids may be:

Thin eyebrows and drooping eyelids – promote increased attention to the eyes; voluminous, heavy eyelids stand out against the background of finely plucked arches.
Thick and wide eyebrows that are not plucked at all - the look becomes even heavier, the facial features become massive and tense.
The ideal option is well-groomed eyebrows with a natural shape. If they are slightly raised and have a graceful bend, this is only a plus, since the eyelid is also visually raised.

Arrows for eyes with drooping eyelids. Choosing cosmetics for successful makeup

Concealer.
Light shadows to highlight areas.
Base shadows - the main color.
For contouring - dark shadows.
Liner.
Mascara.
Brushes.
Cotton pads and buds.

Primer is a product that increases the durability of cosmetics. Shadows, when applied to the base, adhere firmly to it and release pigment better. The result is that bright makeup does not roll or smear. Using a primer allows you to increase the lifespan of your makeup by 7-9 hours. A long-lasting, non-greasy concealer powdered with flesh-colored shadows is suitable.

Concealer is a delicate camouflage product that is used point-by-point. Reflective particles in the product will refresh the look.

To create corrective eye makeup, you need a palette of at least 3 shades of shadows: a dominant base shade, a darker one for contour, and the lightest one for accents. At the same time, you can combine shadow textures: a matte base and shining light accents or a shining base and a matte dark contour.

For example, for natural makeup to enlarge the eyes, the color selection may include sand, chocolate and white. Pink and wine colors are suitable for green eyes. For brown-eyed people: white, lilac and eggplant colors.

Step-by-step makeup application to visually enlarge your eyes.

The liner is produced in the form of a pencil and in the form of an eyeliner. Eyeliners differ in format: liquid (a bottle with a felt brush in the form of a felt-tip pen) and gel in a jar. Liquid ones are easy to apply and are ideal for graphic makeup with lines and patterns. Gel ones are flexible, more durable, and look natural due to their matte finish.

Pencils can replace the substrate for shadows or pigments. There is a pencil makeup technique that is characterized by rich colors. Kayal pencils have great durability and are applied to the mucous membranes of the eyes. Dark and colorful shades – to add depth to the look.

White, pink, beige - to enlarge the eyes. Pencil is the most suitable format for natural makeup and can be gently shaded to a light haze. For every day makeup, black mascara with a lengthening effect is enough. If desired, the cosmetic bag can be supplemented with a waterproof product or new shades.

Makeup can be done using classic sponge applicators. It's easier to do this with special brushes. To begin with, you should purchase a flat brush for applying shadows to the entire surface of the eyelid and a brush for shading.

How to draw an arrow and camouflage an aesthetic flaw

If a drooping eyelid really gives you discomfort and you consider it a flaw in your appearance, there is an option to visually hide this defect. It's all about the particular use of dark and light shades of shadows in combination with a spectacular arrow.

The sequence of actions is as follows:

We do all the necessary preparatory procedures - apply a base for the shadows, after which the shadows are of the most natural color possible.
We lift the eyelid with our hand, exposing the fold between the upper and movable zones. Using a brush, which has previously been dipped in matte shadows of a brownish tint, we draw a wide arc in the area of the natural crease between the overhanging eyelid and the moving eyelid.
Blend the cosmetic product as much as possible, focusing on the upper part of the upper eyelid to its middle.
On the lower part we apply shadows a couple of tones lighter, make an arrow that is narrow at the beginning, widening in the middle and at the end, curving upward in the outer corner of the eye.
We mark the lower eyelid slightly with a dark pigment; we do not use eyeliner or pencil.
And finally we paint the eyelashes, having previously curled them with tweezers.

How does the desired effect occur in this case? The dark pigment we applied to the drooping eyelid will make this area less noticeable. That is, it will take attention away from her. And the light pigment on the moving eyelid helps to visually increase the shape of the eyes. A spectacular arrow in combination with mascara on the eyes will make the look not at all tired or heavy, but rather open and attractive.

Tricky makeup artist tricks

Drooping eyelids are not a drawback. With the right makeup technique, they will add languor and beauty to the eyes. By not paying due attention to tips for applying makeup, a girl deprives herself of her beautiful appearance and charm.

There are some techniques and tips from leading makeup artists:

By applying a smoky look, you add emphasis to your eyes by making them appear larger.
Express the boundaries of the eyelashes as much as possible.
Do not forget to shade the area from the outer corner of the eye, adhering to the lash line.
Choose sustainable cosmetics, because others can leave marks on the lines under the eyebrows.
A special shading brush provides soft color gradients and creates a stylish smoky look.
Light colors are suitable for the inner corners, and dark colors for the outer corners.
Using a light palette of shadows for drooping eyelids will make it possible to lighten the look.
The lower eyelids should be painted in dark, rich shades.
Try to ignore contrasts.

The listed tips on the subtleties of makeup for drooping eyelids will visually lift the corner of the eye, hiding the overhang, making the look open and clear.

Arrows for different types of eyes

There are several recommendations that girls with different appearance features can use:

Narrow eyes with drooping eyelids
– the length of the arrow should be slightly increased. Experts do not recommend drawing thin arrows, as they visually narrow already narrowed eyes.
Small eyes with drooping eyelids
– the arrow needs to be drawn, starting from the inner corner of the eye, gradually expanding it towards the middle and ending with an upward-looking tail. You cannot focus on the lower eyelid, much less draw an arrow on it that connects to the upper one. For the lower eyelid, applying one layer of mascara will be enough.
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Asian hooded eyes
. Girls with Asian appearance often have this anatomical feature. There are many makeup options in this case; let’s consider one of the most effective ways to draw an arrow. First, visually divide the eyelid into two halves - the one that is closer to the inner corner of the eye and the one that is closer to the outer. Dark shadows are applied to the second half of the eyelid, as well as along the eyelash line of the lower eyelid. Light shadows are applied under the eyebrow and on the inner half of the eyelid. The borders are carefully shaded. Now arrows of medium thickness are drawn along the entire eyelash line, ending in an elegant tail. Thus, the emphasis is placed on the unusual almond-shaped eye shape. You can complete the look with mascara.
Large (round, protruding) eyes
. To visually remove a little excess volume, the arrows should be wide, in the so-called retro style. The lower eyelid and mucous membrane are also emphasized, due to which the eye shape is stretched.

The angle of the arrows, the place of bend, the length of the tail - all this needs to be selected individually, experimenting with eyeliner or pencil.

Arrow tattoo for the impending century. Recommendations

A correctly selected tattoo can hide a natural defect in appearance or emphasize a highlight, so try using the following recommendation (which you can use or ignore, depending on your preferences and habits) apply the most suitable makeup option with washable decorative cosmetics.

It’s good if at this time there is a friend, mother or sister whom you trust. So, experiment:

small eyes can be visually enlarged with the help of elongated arrows along the upper and lower eyelids, without connecting them at an angle. Try to choose the right color (try dark brown)
narrow eyes can be “expanded” by applying a wide stroke in the center of the eyelid above the pupil
large round eyes can be reduced using small arrows along the inner side of the eyelashes of both the upper and lower eyelids, lengthened using an arrow extended in the corner
For bulging eyes, permanent makeup with shading is suitable; avoid wide eyeliner, it can “weight the eyelids”
for close-set eyes, focus on the outer parts of the eyelids with an elongated arrow, without touching the inner corner
for wide-set eyes, on the contrary, abandon the elongated arrow and focus on the inner corners
For deep-set eyes, inter-lash makeup with fine light shading is recommended
drooping upper eyelids can be visually “lifted” using a short arrow applied from the inner to the outer corner of the eye; it is better to avoid tattooing the lower eyelids
For slanted eyes, a straight arrow with a light pigment applied to the lower eyelid is suitable
For almond-shaped eyes of the correct shape, any makeup is suitable.

If you wear glasses with lenses that enlarge your eyes, then follow the instructions for applying makeup for large eyes, if reduced, then accordingly for small ones.

Features of applying shadows to drooping eyelids

Makeup for daytime makeup with drooping eyelids should not overload the look, so the best solution is delicate and transparent tones using pink.

Light shadows are applied to the moving part in a thin layer and shaded. For evening makeup, creating a mysterious look, you can slightly tint your eyelashes using lengthening mascara and grey, brown shades, drawing the outer corner with a pencil in the form of a thin short arrow. The main thing is to shade the shadows carefully.

Colored makeup using deep, rich tones gives an unusual, expressive look. When creating bright makeup, girls should know a sense of proportion. The palette should be harmoniously combined with hair and eyebrow colors, match clothes and not cause an imbalance between light and dark shades.