Introduction:
In the YouTube video titled “Smoky Eye Tutorial for Beginners,” makeup artist and influencer Kelsey Smith illuminates the artistry of capturing the perfect smoky eye in the most simplified yet comprehensive manner. If you’ve ever wished to master the intimidating smoky eye look to amp up your beauty game, this article will decipher Kelsey’s tutorial, guiding you through each step while highlighting her invaluable beauty insights.

Step-by-Step Guide:
Kelsey begins by prepping her eyelids with a concealer; she sponges it evenly across her lids to create a smooth canvas. This step brings out the true pigment of the eyeshadows used and prevents them from creasing. Next, she uses a flat brush to apply a matte taupe eyeshadow as a base.

She blends this shade with a fluffy brush, creating a smooth gradient. Moving on to the crease, she uses a slightly darker matte brown shade to add depth and dimension. She uses a smaller blending brush to concentrate the color in her crease and outer V area.

The star of the show is the black eyeshadow, which she carefully applies using a flat brush, starting at the outer corner gradually extending it to the lower part of her lid.

Lastly, Kelsey uses a clean blending brush to merge the black and brown shades, ensuring no harsh lines are left behind. To elevate the look, Kelsey adds shimmer in the inner corner and the brow bone for highlighting.

Key Tips and Advice:
Kelsey underscores the importance of blending since the secret to a good smoky eye lies in smooth transitions between colors. She also advises practicing this look with thriftier eyeshadows as mastering the smoky eye is a journey of trial and error.

Conclusion:
In essence, Kelsey’s tutorial simplifies the smoky eye, transforming it from an intimidating look into a makeup task that anyone can achieve with a little practice. Her tutorial reaffirms that the beauty lies in summarizing intricate looks into simple steps.

Product and Tool Listing:
Concealer: Used for priming the eyelid.
Flat Brush: Used for application of eyeshadow.
Fluffy Blending Brush: Used to blend the eyeshadows seamlessly.
Matte Taupe Eyeshadow: Used as the base color.
Matte Brown Eyeshadow: Used for adding depth to the crease.
Black Eyeshadow: The main color for achieving the smoky effect.
Shimmer Eyeshadow: Used for highlighting.

This rich article not only offers information but serves as a guide for all makeup lovers to conquer the challenge of the elusive smoky eye. The tone and style cater to both beginners testing new waters and seasoned enthusiasts wanting to revisit the basics.

49 Comments

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @rabbiashaheen-kd4rw

    Can u do a make up look for 4th grade ❤

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @JuulMachielse

    What about highlighter powder and eyeliner

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @trishavaeyens8116

    Is eight year olds too young to be wearing make up

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @trishavaeyens8116

    Can you do makeup Od

    s7 y

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @Uniquevm_12-3

    Can you make for 9th grade

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @Demonexia

    Those who dont know what 7th grade is,its year 8 in the UK.

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @Moneyyy2812

    I love this video 💕💕 does spray sunscreen work too? That’s all I have 😭

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @Lowckey.Amy.Alison

    Can you do 6th or 5th make up next plsss.

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @txca.pixy.official

    8th-9th?

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @Kyleemarie1225

    when I use an eyelash curler, I always end up pinching my eyelid lol😅

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @Shidbdd

    I started wearing makeup in 3rd grade lol

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @norawilson2906

    Gurl I’m in 3 grade and I where more makeup than that 😅

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @turnyourcolorupstudios610

    I do
    • my skincare
    • blush
    • highlighter
    • mascara
    • lip gloss

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @ogobyason8759

    Can you do a makup look for 4th grade

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @DACIEEE01

    I started to make when i was 5 😂

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @sarahskinner2316

    I'm seven and I do a full face of makeup

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @uscnrs

    BRO IM IN 4TH GRADE AND I WEAR MAKEUP (not that much though)

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @SlayerQueen678

    Omg ppl my age and younger (12) has a full 80's makeup look

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @Layla-livie

    'middle schools is early to be wearing makeup… me: ive had /been wearing mkeup sense the fist grade

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @vipin846

    Can you do 4th grade

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @OlivesYT

    I’m in primary school Yr 4 and I wear skincare and makeup but there’s no age it depends if you look after your skin

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @luv..kareli_ROADTO300SUBS

    Im in 6th and i js do basically what is in this vid but i use normal spf, highlighter, and i dont wear mascara but i do curl my lashes

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @graceface203

    i tried her routine and oh my gosh it works really well!!! ur skin will be glowing, and u won’t have all that extra makeup❤🎉

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @NoniKhan-gf2nl

    Plz 4th class

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @nmadhvimadhu52

    Can you do a makeup look for 11 gredar

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @Park_Gwen

    I stole all make up from my mom hehe 💄🤝

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @MiaQuiroz-kt6ip

    Frrr every girl at middle school be walking with full Latina makeup 😭

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @luxlyloves3213

    Middle school? Early?
    When I was 11 my bestie and people at my school were walking around with full faces of makeup 💄!
    I think middle school is fine honey 🍯

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @this_byOTCHXO

    This is a ready good makeup look for middle school 2. And Tysm for keeping it simple. I’m going into 6th grade and this is gonna help me a lot Tysm. Also here’s my routine!!

    – Moisturizer
    – sunscreen (if it’s *80 degrees or more)
    – a little bit of concealer
    – a bit of blush (I use the colorpop one)
    – a tiny bit of mascara
    – curl my lashes
    – lip balm
    – and body spray

    that’s it!🫶

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @GOOGOO.1.

    I also think skincare looks rly good and gives a glow. I tried your makeup but added highlighter on my nose and i think it looks super cute and natural!

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @user-om5ct6ht1o

    Can you do 2rd cus my sister wants me too do makeup on her but yh

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @j.j.hendrixson1117

    Can you do a natural make up routine for 3rd grade

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @besnikneziri9268

    Can you do a makeup look for 11 years old? Pliss im begging youu

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @nikiwemasilana6090

    😮

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @user-um5mp1dv4d

    Can you do my make up look for a third

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @12.4kail

    My makeup at 12 for school:
    -moisturizer
    -bronze drops
    -elf halo glow
    -more bronze drops
    -concealer with bronze drop
    -blush
    -finish (I use lots of bronzer cuz my skin turns diff color each season so I pick the lightest color I go up to and then use bronzer to match my skin tone that day

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @3906yue

    Can you do a make-up for 6 grade

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @itislulu1752

    I started conceler and mascara and lossepowder and eyeliner when I was 10

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @AleenaAguilera

    Can you do make up for fourth grade?

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @aaleahmunoz4289

    I wear that makeup just with concealer and highlighter and I am in 7th grade.But girls wear full faces of makeup and fake eyelashes (no hate) but I like more of a natural makeup look.

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @AKCheer2012

    Can you do a sixth grade glam and a little bit of sparkle? Thx so much!

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @user-cg8pq7oc4c

    I started makeup in year 3 and honestly i was brilliant for my age and now I’m over the best top from all this time

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @VOLLEYBALL190

    Do a makeup look for 5th grade (I am I don’t wear any makeup tho

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @janoonaa1478

    I’m in high school and that’s my makeup routine 😭😭😭😭

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @user-zh4ye3vy5x

    Can you do a makeup look for 2nd grade

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @Im_inside_your_wall

    Honestly the earlier you learn makeup the better off you are in the long run bc then you won’t struggle as and adult/make rookie mistakes

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @pianoplayer31

    Where can u find the skin tint sunscreen?

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @Coco-xs2kz

    Can you do 6th grade i know I’m (not supposed to be wearing a lot) but just for starters! Thanks

  • Posted May 18, 2024 12:21 pm
    by @sunnywithachanceofnatalie5429

    Thank you so so much I’m moving it to six grade soon and I needed a light make up look. Again thank you so much💗💗

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