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Which Eyeshadow Suits Me?

The lavera eyeshadow guide for every eye colour

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Beauty rule:

Almost any colour suits brown eyes!

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Eyeshadow colours for brown eyes

Which eyeshadow colour suits brown eyes?

Do you possess brown eyes? You're not alone, as brown is the most prevalent eye colour worldwide. Whether it's a rich dark brown, a captivating hazelnut hue, or a radiant amber shade - the diversity of brown eyes ensures that each shade is unique. Embrace the beauty of your brown eyes, as they complement almost any colour effortlessly. Dare to experiment with hues like purple, plum, and berry for a touch of elegance, especially for special events. Fun fact: Cool and bold tones can enhance the warmth of your lovely brown eyes.

The lavera eyeshadows for brown eyes

Subtle, bold or for that special look (or for the professional among you)- which eyeshadow colour do you choose?

Discreet

Delicate shades of rose, apricot and coral

Earth tones: beige and brown

Gold and bronze tones

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Strong

Smokey grey and black (alternatively dark blue) for great contrasts

Warm, intense orange tone (e.g. coral)

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For a special look

Green and blue tones

Turquoise

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Eyeshadow colours for blue eyes

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Beauty rule: The darker the blue, the stronger the eyeshadow colour

Which eyeshadow colour highlights blue eyes?

Curious about the perfect eyeshadow for blue eyes? A fundamental beauty tip for blue eyes is that the deeper the blue hue, the more vibrant the colours can be. Richer shades effectively accentuate the intensity of blue eyes.

If you enjoy playing with various colours, consider using eyeshadow palettes that offer a range of complementary shades. However, be cautious not to blend too many diverse colours from various groups, as this can overwhelm your look with too much colour.

The lavera eyeshadows for blue eyes

Do you like restrained or more intense colours? Or are you already a professional and looking for a colour for your special look? Here you can see all the tones that go well with blue eyes.

Discreet

Light pastel tones, e.g. apricot, lavender, pink

Earth tones

Subtle grey and anthracite

Gold and silver tones

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Strong

Purple, plum and berry tones

Cool and strong blue, blue-grey, dark grey

A wide variety of green and blue tones (from turquoise to khaki)

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For a special look

Yellow or reddish tones

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Eyeshadow colours for green eyes

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Beauty rule: Dark hair allows for darker eyeshadows, lighter hair harmonises with delicate tones

Which eyeshadow for green eyes?

If you have mysterious green eyes, you are quite fortunate as green is the rarest eye colour. Being versatile, green eyes complement nearly all eyeshadow shades beautifully. Here's a tip: Coordinate your eyeshadow with your hair colour. Dark hair pairs well with darker shadows, while lighter hair goes best with softer, lighter shades. When enhancing green eyes with eyeshadow, remember not to overdo it with multiple colours to avoid a chaotic or overly colourful appearance.

The lavera eyeshadows for green eyes

Many eyeshadow colours underline the beauty of your green eyes - whether subtle, strong or for advanced eyeshadows... you're sure to find the right colour!

Discreet

Earth tones: beige, brown

Grey

Copper or gold

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Strong

Complementary colour red: apricot, orange, pink or purple/plum

Warm colours such as copper or bronze

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For a special look

Green tones

Blue and turquoise naunces

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Which eyeshadow colours for drooping eyelids?

A good base

A primer can prevent the eye shadow from slipping into the crease- this extends its durability on the eyelid.

When choosing colors for droopy eyelids, you should keep in mind that light and neutral colours can optically open the eyes and make them appear more awake. You can apply these colours as a base on the entire eyelid. Shimmering or glittery colours on the movable eyelid can also help to conceal droopy eyelids. They reflect the light and draw more attention to the eyelid.

Slightly darker tones in the crease and outer corner of the eye create depth and dimension. Taupe, soft brown or grey tones are ideal for this. Make sure to blend the colours well to avoid harsh lines.  The colour can extend slightly beyond the natural crease so that it remains visible when the eye is open. 

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Beauty hack for drooping eyelids

A little highlighter in the inner corner of the eye and on the highest point of the eyebrow opens up the eye even more and highlights it beautifully.

Even more tips for you

Apply makeup like a pro- get inspiration for your eye makeup with our styling tips!

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