As someone who has struggled with hooded eyes for years, I understand how frustrating it can be when your eyeshadow seems to disappear the moment you blink or look down. One key tip I've discovered is setting a good base with an eyeshadow primer to prevent creasing and fading throughout the day. Starting with a matte neutral base shadow also helps in creating a foundation for color that won’t shift easily. When applying eyeshadow on hooded eyes, I find that focusing on the outer corner and blending just above the natural crease helps to open up the eyes and give more depth. Using a slightly darker shade along the outer corner and blending inward creates the illusion of lifted eyelids. I always make sure to use waterproof eyeliner to avoid smudging, particularly on the upper waterline, which tends to get oily. ColourPop’s eyeshadow liners and blush products have been my favorites for this look because of their pigmentation and staying power. The liners are easy to smudge for a softer look yet can be built up for intensity without creasing, which is perfect for hooded eyes. Additionally, applying blush slightly higher on the cheekbones helps to lift the face, complementing the eye makeup. One unexpected tip that helped me is to keep the lower lash line minimal or just lightly highlighted to avoid making the eyes look smaller. Instead, I opt for a little bit of shimmer in the inner corners to brighten the eyes. Finally, always keep makeup remover wipes and q-tips handy for quick cleanups and to sharpen edges, especially around hooded lids where precision makes a big difference. This approach has definitely changed how my eye makeup looks and lasts, and I encourage those with hooded eyes to experiment with these techniques to find what suits their eye shape best.