Makeup Placement Guide for Monolid Eyes

Defining Monolid Eyes with Eye Makeup

• Gradient Eyeshadow: Start with a dark matte shade along the upper lash line, blending upward into a lighter shade to create the illusion of depth. Avoid harsh lines - focus on a seamless fade.
• Liner Placement: Tightline the upper waterline with a waterproof pencil. Build liner thickness as you move outward, since liner is more visible on monolids. Smudge a matching shadow over the liner for a soft finish.
• Highlight: Tap shimmer or a pearly shadow on the center of the lid to open and brighten the eyes. Avoid heavy shimmer on the brow bone, as it can flatten the look.

Contouring for Monolid Eye Shapes

To add structure, contour just below the cheekbones and along the jawline. For monolid faces, avoid bringing contour too high - keep it subtle and well-blended. Use a cool or neutral brown that suits your skin undertone. Not sure of your undertone? Scan your face with Makeup Check AI for an exact match.

Blush Placement for Natural Lift

Apply blush slightly above the apples of your cheeks and sweep it upward toward the temples. This lifts the face and balances the soft structure often seen with monolids. Cream or powder blush in peach, rose, or coral works well - choose based on your skin tone.

Brow Shaping for Monolid Eyes

• Shape: A softly arched brow with a defined tail frames monolid eyes best. Avoid overly thin or sharply angled brows.
• Filling: Use a pencil or powder to fill in sparse areas, focusing on the tail for elongation. Match your brow shade to your hair color or scan your face to get a personalized brow color suggestion.

Highlight Placement

Apply highlighter to the tops of the cheekbones, the bridge of the nose, and the cupid’s bow. For monolid eyes, keep highlight away from the brow bone and inner corner to prevent flattening the eye area.