Hi everyone! Let's greet September and autumn with a step-by-step makeup tutorial inspired by one of the most precious and unbelievably beautiful birthstones Sapphire. In the Middle Ages, people believed that Sapphire represents loyalty and trust, and it can protect the people you love. The rich blue Sapphire color looks especially beautiful on dark blue, gray, and green eyes. Follow these easy makeup steps to recreate this fantastic eye look yourself.
How to Do an Eye Look Inspired by the Sapphire Birthstone?
Whether you are getting ready for a night out or just feeling a little creative, this step-by-step guide will help you achieve a flawless, professional-looking result. Let’s get started!
- Step 1: Prep, Prime, and Frame
Every great makeup look starts with a solid canvas. Begin by applying your favorite eyeshadow primer evenly across your entire eyelid.
Pro Tip: Gently tap and blend the primer into the skin using your ring finger. This finger applies the least amount of pressure, which protects the delicate skin around your eyes!
A high-quality primer will ensure your vibrant blue shades stay locked in place all day without creasing. While the primer sets, frame your face by filling in your eyebrows using an eyebrow pencil or a matte brow powder.
- Step 2: Map Out the Wing
Next, we are going to sketch the foundation for our bold sapphire wing. Take a soft black eyeliner pencil and lightly draw out your desired winged shape. Don't worry if it isn't completely perfect or looks a bit messy right away; we will clean up the edges later!
Once you have your outline, use the black pencil to fill in the outer corner of your eyelid, stopping right in the middle. Grab a soft, synthetic brush to gently smudge and diffuse the harsh edges of the black pencil. This creates a smoky, dark base that will make the blue eyeshadow pop.
- Step 3: Pack on the Sapphire Color
Now for the star of the show! Take a highly pigmented, matte sapphire blue eyeshadow and firmly pat it directly on top of the black pencil base we just created.
Using a dense, natural-bristle makeup brush works best here. Be sure to use a dabbing or pressing motion rather than swiping to get the maximum color payoff.
Note: If you love a little extra glamour, feel free to swap out the matte blue for a sparkling shimmer or metallic eyeshadow, depending on your preference!
- Step 4: Brighten and Blend
To add beautiful dimension to the eye, apply a light blue eyeshadow (or a loose shimmer pigment) to the inner half of your eyelid. Place a touch of your favorite highlighter right on the inner corner of the eye to really open it up.
Using a small, clean blending brush, carefully diffuse the transition line where the light blue meets the dark sapphire, so the two colors melt together flawlessly. Finally, take a small, flat brush with a tiny bit of concealer to carve out the bottom edge of your wing. This is the magic trick to getting that razor-sharp, ultra-clean line!
- Step 5: Define the Eyes and Add Lashes
To bring the whole look together, trace your upper lash line with a black liquid or cream eyeliner. To make your natural lashes look incredibly full, tightline your upper waterline with a waterproof black pencil.
For the lower lash line, gently smudge that same dark sapphire blue eyeshadow we used earlier to balance out the top wing. Finish off this stunning jewel-toned eye with a couple of coats of volumizing mascara and a dramatic pair of false eyelashes.
And there you have it! A striking, professional-level Sapphire birthstone eye look that is perfect for your next big event.
Summary...
Congratulations and best wishes to everyone who was born in September! You are so lucky to have one of the most beautiful gemstones as your birthstone. I hope you liked my Sapphire step-by-step makeup tutorial. Please don't hesitate to let me know in the comments section what you think of this makeup look. I'm excited to hear your opinion. Don’t forget to follow my blog for more birthstone-inspired makeup tutorials. Until the next time!
