Rainbow look. How to get ombre eyelashes?

Classic, black mascara is an essential item of every woman’s. However, there are situations that require introducing some changes in our appearance. In such cases, we can reach for coloured mascaras that don’t only enliven the entire make-up but also give the possibility to produce ombre effect on lashes. What types of lash ombre can we have? How to produce all of them? Is ombre an effective way of enhancing colour of eyes?

Eyelash ombre – Types

Naturally, lash ombre can be obtained in a few ways. For example, some make-up artists use a few shades of just one colour. To clarify, they use the darkest shade and apply it to the inner corner of the eyes. Other favours horizontal ombre where the colours and their shades create a progression transitioning from the lightest colours from the inner corners to become darker in the outer corners. The colours on lashes can be topped up with either glitter touches, colourful lines and eyeshadows, yet it has to be done in moderation. In its party version, ombre eyelashes can be combined with sequins, feathers or other similar accessories such as starts or flowers.

How to get ombre eyelashes?

To achieve this effect you need to equip yourself with the following items: an eyelash curler, a primer, a regular black mascara, a coloured mascara. First, curl the lashes and then coat their tips with a coloured mascara. You have to apply thick coat to camouflage the natural colour of your hairs. In order to separate the lashes, you can make use of a comb to run it from lash base to the tips. Thanks to this, the coloured mascara will be also spread along the entire lash length. And this is how you can achieve ombre on lashes. As the last step, use a regular black mascara to coat the lower eyelashes. If you want to intensify the effect, you can use primer before applying mascara. In this way you will make lashes thicker. Also, the shade of the coloured mascara will be intensified.

This type of eye make-up isn’t only simple but also very glamorous. Ombre applied to the upper eyelashes combined with enhanced black lower lashes create an eye-opening effect. You can wear it as daily make-up and top it up with a colour pomade. For special occasions such as a crazy party or a photo session, it’s worth combining eyelash ombre with eyeshadows.

Eyelash ombre as a tool to enhance colour of eyes

Beautifully enhanced look attracts attention. Diligently applied make-up intensifies the colour of iris and simultaneously boosts our attractiveness and self-confidence. There are many proven methods to bring out the depth of eyes’ colour. One of them are multi-coloured eyelashes.

Depending on the expected outcome, you can go for colour mascara or choose just one, classic black mascara and combine it with a few colour clusters. Colour clusters can be replaced with ombre lashes. Regardless of the method we apply to obtain ombre eyelashes, it’s always advised to match the colour of eyelashes with the colour of iris.

In order to enhance the look of daily make-up, you should reach for neutral colours. To help make-up bring out the colour of the iris, go for colours that harmonize with each other. If you care for obtaining dramatic look, it’s suggested using contrasting colours, and this means that you should combine dark shades with light ones.

Blue irises plays in tune with violet, green and pink. Alternatively, you can enhance them with gold, copper or brown shades. In order to obtain intense effect, it’s worth giving a try to either orange or yellow colour.

Green eyes are enhanced best with aubergine, black and mahogany shades. In fact, red will also fulfil the task, yet this is a solution for the brave. It’s also a good idea to reach for green and plump violet from time to time. If you want to obtain toned make-up, turn to brown, yellow, indigo, mint and coral colours.

Brown eyes go hand in hand with orange, yellow and gold. When it comes to navy blue, azure and green – these colours accentuate iris making the look more enhanced.