COOL TONE EYESHADOW TUTORIAL✨

Hey beauties! I've been getting so many questions about cool toned makeup, especially how to create that effortlessly chic cool toned smokey eye. So, I wanted to share my personal take and a super simple method I use to achieve this stunning look. If you're wondering what 'cool tone' even means for eyeshadow, you're in the right place! First things first, what exactly is cool tone makeup? Generally, cool tones lean towards blues, purples, greens, silvers, and grays, or even certain muted browns and taupes that have a greyish or bluish undertone. Think icy, sophisticated, and often dramatic. This contrasts with warm tones which are more golds, oranges, reds, and yellow-based browns. Deciding if a cool toned eyeshadow look is for you often comes down to your skin's undertones. People with pink, red, or blue undertones in their skin often find cool tones incredibly flattering. But honestly, makeup is about expression, so wear what you love! For my cool toned smokey eye, I usually grab a versatile palette. The one I used for this specific look was my Morphe palette, which has a great range of those essential cool shades. You'll want a matte base shade close to your skin tone, a medium cool-toned matte for your transition, a darker cool-toned matte (like a deep grey, charcoal, or even a deep muted purple) for depth, and a shimmery cool-toned shade (silver, icy blue, or a shimmery taupe) for the lid. Here’s my step-by-step guide to nail that cool toned smokey eye: Prep Your Lids: Always start with an eyeshadow primer! This helps your eyeshadow last longer and prevents creasing. Trust me, it makes a huge difference. Lay Down Your Base: Take your matte base shade and apply it all over your lid up to your brow bone. This creates an even canvas. Transition Shade: Using a fluffy blending brush, apply your medium cool-toned matte shade into your crease. Blend it out in circular motions to create a soft, diffused gradient. This is crucial for a seamless smokey effect. Deepen the Outer V: Now, take your darker cool-toned matte shade on a smaller, denser brush. Apply it to the outer corner of your eye, creating a 'V' shape, and blend it into the crease. Build up the intensity slowly. This is where the 'smokey' magic happens! Pop of Shimmer: With your finger or a flat brush, press your chosen shimmery cool-toned shade onto the center of your eyelid. Silver or an icy grey works beautifully for a classic cool-toned smokey eye. Lower Lash Line: Don't forget the bottom! Take a small smudge brush and apply a little bit of your dark matte shade along your lower lash line, connecting it to the outer corner. You can also add a touch of the shimmer to the inner corner for brightness. Liner & Mascara: Finish the look with a black eyeliner (a winged liner or just tight-lining can elevate it) and a few generous coats of your favorite mascara. False lashes are always an option if you want extra drama! I’ve found that blending is your best friend when it comes to any smokey eye. Take your time, use light hands, and build up the color gradually. If you're looking for cool toned silver eyeshadow looks, simply focus more on silver shimmer and grey mattes. For a cool toned neutral eyeshadow palette, look for taupes and greige shades rather than warm browns. This look is so versatile and can be dressed up or down. I hope this helps you rock your next cool toned eye makeup look! Let me know if you try it out!