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    The beauty fix for oily eyelids

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    One of the most common make-up questions I get asked (besides,“what foundation can I use for my fair skin?”) is about oily eyelids. More specifically, how to stop eyeliner from smudging in the creases.

    I thought it was about time I popped the answer up on the Internet so that all of you can benefit (there were a lot of people I told, “good question. You’ll have to wait for the article on beautyheaven”).

    Here are four handy tips to help you combat Oily Eyelid Syndrome*:
     

    AVOID OILY LIDS TIP #1: SAY NO TO FOUNDATION AND CONCEALER

    As an eyelid primer, that is. See, your eyelids already produce quite a lot of oil (which is why oily lids is such a common problem), and when you add a creamy formulation like concealer or foundation, it’s a lot easier for your eyeliner to smudge into the eyelid crease.There are two exceptions to this rule:  1) if you use mineral or powder foundation or 2) if your base products are water-based (rather than oil).
     

    AVOID OILY LIDS TIP #2: CHOOSE YOUR LINER CAREFULLY

    Kohl eyeliners are typically smudge-y liners. That’s how they’ve been designed (you know, for all of those sultry, smoky eye looks). So if oily lids are a big problem for you, avoid kohl liner and opt for a gel liner instead, like Estée Lauder Double Wear Stay-In-Place Gel Liner. The formulation means that once it dries, it won’t budge until you remove it. If you prefer something more pencil-like, try Benefit They’re Real! Push-Up Liner.
     

    AVOID OILY LIDS TIP #3: SET YOUR LINER

    If you really want to use a kohl or pencil eyeliner, set the colour with an eyeshadow powder. After you’ve drawn your line, grab an angled eyeliner brush (like the Clinique Eye Definer Brush) and an eyeshadow in the same shade as your eyeliner, and gently sweep the powder over your eyeliner line. The powder will essentially absorb the oil in the eyeliner and prevent it from making its mark on your eyelid crease.
     

    AVOID OILY LIDS TIP #4: THE POWER OF POWDER

    Once your eye look is complete (whether that’s just some eyeliner, a winged look or some beautifully blended eyeshadow), use a soft eyeshadow brush to gently sweep a touch of translucent powder on your lids. A big fluffy brush and some Face of Australia Translucent Loose Powder should do the trick to keep your lids smudge-free. The key is to have a light hand with the powder – you don’t want your lids to look cakey.

    *Not an actual medical term. I made it up, because as far as I'm concerned it’s an actual thing.

    Do you suffer from Oily Eyelid Syndrome? How do you stop your eyeliner from smudging?

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    91 Member Comments

    Shop A Everyday 25 Jan 2015 1:51 AM

    Lovely, I will try this

    Stresseduser 23 Jan 2015 1:26 AM

    Translucent powder on my eyelids is a good tip hadn't thought of it before thanks

    Jlgaddes 23 Jan 2015 12:16 AM

    great tips!!!

    Natalie123 22 Jan 2015 3:44 AM

    I sometime get a crease in my eye shadow but it usually depends on what brand i use, and to avoid it i normally use some powder on top of my concealer then eyeshadow - BUT I only use the tiniest amount of concealer!

    Seezora 21 Jan 2015 10:08 PM

    Mine were horribly oily when I was pregnant, and my skin was irritated so I stayed away from make up as much as possible. Love the tips, especially the one about setting with powder once your look is completed.

    stackcats 21 Jan 2015 10:07 PM

    I've been using Physicians Formula waterproof gel eyeliner and it does last a whole day, sadly it has been discontinued now

    Temporary Princess 21 Jan 2015 11:39 AM

    Mine can be a little oily when it's really hot, and I have to powder over them.

    Evanescencessy 21 Jan 2015 4:05 AM

    Thankfully I don't have oily lids and I don't normally wear eye makeup. If I do wear it for special occasions I might use a primer to help the shadow last longer.

    TheUglyDuckling 21 Jan 2015 2:06 AM

    Not putting foundation and/or concealer on your eyelids is a hard habit to get out of! Particularly when you are putting concealer under your eye. Note to self: must remember not to do this...

    Wittyusername 20 Jan 2015 3:05 PM

    Oily Eyelid Syndrome, I'll back you up, it MUST be a medical condition lol

    MoniqueKerstin 20 Jan 2015 8:07 AM

    I have oily and hooded lids and the only type of liner that works for me is liquid, gel and kohl's are a mess on the top lid. Pimer and matts shadows work best :)

    IndieAna 20 Jan 2015 4:39 AM

    My lids aren't too oily. I will incorporate these wonderful tips into my routine, tho!

    Snyman 20 Jan 2015 4:32 AM

    well I may just be able to achieve perfect eyeliner after all!

    Jessica712 20 Jan 2015 3:24 AM

    Mine are not very oily.

    ray_jay 20 Jan 2015 2:10 AM

    how do i know if i have oily eyelids? lol not sure- i dont wear much eye makeup though because i cant master the products

    Mercymax 20 Jan 2015 1:34 AM

    Great tips, thanks! I too suffer Oily Eyelid Syndrome and it's a pain!

    Seashells 20 Jan 2015 1:11 AM

    Mine are a little oily, but I don't tend to wear eye makeup often, so I'm not too bothered by it. Still want to pick up some eyeshadow primer at some stage though.

    Anita1502 19 Jan 2015 9:12 PM

    My eyelids are not as bad as the rest of my face at the moment, but whenever I apply any eyeshadow, I always pat some eyeshadow primer onto my eyelids. My favourite so far is ARTDECO. I can't imagine my life without it, it makes my eye make up invincible and impregnable!

    CherryBlossom 19 Jan 2015 1:31 PM

    Yes, I need to read this slowly because my liner smudges all the time! Thanks for this article.

    Pam_Grills 19 Jan 2015 12:19 PM

    great tips once again beauties:))

    moonbaby54 19 Jan 2015 12:18 PM

    I used have oily eyelids in my younger days, but things have "dried out" a little since then, so it's not a problem any more.

    Joole 19 Jan 2015 11:48 AM

    This article seems like it was written for me! Haha. I also recently discovered that eyeshadow primers with an oily texture also play a role in melting stuff off eyelids.

    cwingy83 19 Jan 2015 11:37 AM

    my biggest dilemma oily lid. Love this trick will try the gel formula.

    Miss_Lee 19 Jan 2015 11:00 AM

    Oooh. I was wondering why my eyeshadow was creasing so much lately - I've swapped to a liquid foundation. Doh!

    Beckky 19 Jan 2015 10:59 AM

    Wow I never even though this was a problem. I've never experienced this myself and I do have oily skin.

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