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10 celeb-approved must-tries to up your eye makeup game

Let your eyes do the talking even when you’re masked up

By Vanessa Chia  - 

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With mandatory mask-wear still in place, your eyes are still the centre of attention when you’re out and about. From defined brows and perfectly defined eyes to sparkling lids, get inspired by your favourite celebrities with these easy, fuss-free ways to make your eyes stand out. 

#1 Brows

If you’re a minimalist, then well-defined, filled-in brows are a must. Look at the Itzy girls, even with their masks on, their brow game is still on point. And if you’ve coloured your hair in a bold hue, don’t forget to match your brows to it, just like Itzy’s Chaeryeong. 

For brows that need a little more help, use a brow pencil as it helps fill in the sparse areas well. Then add more definition with brow powder or a brow gel. 

To complete the look, sweep on mascara for oodles of lashes, just like Lily Collins. 

#2 Eyeliner 

Want simple yet expressive eyes? Line the eyes with a coloured eyeliner to instantly highlight your peepers. Check out twin sisters and world-renowned DJs Simi and Haze Khadra and Blackpink Jennie and Rose rocking bold neon graphic eyeliners. Best bit? It’s easy and doesn’t require much effort. 

Want something a little more sophisticated and chic? Channel your inner Jennie from Blackpink and rim your upper and lower lines with a dark eyeliner. Pair the look with a blunt bob and bangs for a Pulp Fiction throwback. 


#3 Eyeshadow 

There are many ways that eyeshadows draw attention to the eyes. You can play it safe with neutrals or amp up the shine with shimmer or glitter. 

Add warmth to your lids with an orange-bronze shimmer just like Dua Lipa – perfect for Singapore’s sunny all-year-round weather. 

For Kpop fans, glitter is a must. Combine glitter lids with doll-like lashes for a Lolita-esque look, like Girl Generation’s Taeyeon did on her latest comeback. But if you’re feeling more adventurous, try a wash of shimmer on the lids and glitter on the tops of the cheeks like Itzy’s Ryujin – a look that’s guaranteed to turn heads even when you’re masked up. 

When it comes to mess-free eyeshadow application, opt for eyeshadow crayons that allow you to line and define the eyes while adding colour at the same time, or try a cream shadow that can be applied with fingertips.  

Chanel Stylo Yeux Waterpoof, $39

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Fans of this Chanel eyeliner will be happy to have seven new shades to add to their makeup stash. From a satiny silver grey and an opulent gold to an intense matte purple or Lolita-like coppery pink, these versatile liners can be applied in a multitude of ways – along the upper lash line for a natural look, rimmed on both top and bottom lash lines as a kohl or extended at the outer corners for a more sophisticated style. Best bit? They’re water and sebum-resistant, and won’t smudge, staying put even in Singapore’s crazy heat and humidity.

Available at Chanel Fragrance and Beauty.

Bite Beauty Upswing Full Volume Mascara, $44

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Take lashes from blah to va-va-voom with this intense black mascara. Lashes are lengthened, curled and get a major lift thanks to its buildable formula that is also lightweight and smudge resistant. It also promises to be flake-resistant, so you won’t have to deal with tiny specks of mascara on your cheeks and mask when you’re out and about.

Available at Sephora.

Rare Beauty Stay Vulnerable Liquid Eyeshadow, $33

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An easy-to-use eyeshadow that goes on velvety-smooth and creamy, blending easily and settling into a soft, satin power-like finish. More importantly, it is long-lasting, waterproof and crease-resistant. Wear alone for a wash of colour or layer with your favourite shimmer eyeshadow for a more intense look. Choose from five skin-flattering hues.

Available at Sephora.

Charlotte Tilbury Eyes To Mesmerise, $48

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These two shimmer-infused new shades – the universally-flattering dusty-pink Pillow Talk and sunset inspired Walk of No Shame, transform eyes, making them pop instantly. Contains smoothing silicones that allow the colour to glide easily without tugging, film formers to minimise creasing and vitamin E to protect the delicate eye area. Apply with your fingertip for a no-fuss, no-mess look.

Available at Sephora.

The Quick Flick Eyeliner Stamp, $42

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A cheat code to get your flicks on fleek. Each wing-stamp eyeliner kit comes with two dual-ended eyeliner pens, with each pen featuring a wing stamp – one for the left eye and one for the right, and two precision felt tip eyeliners. You can also choose from four different wing stamps – Petite, Modest, To The Point or Grand – to get the look you desire, from subtle to dramatic. Comes in five options – Intense Black, Blue Evil Eye, Hot Fudge, Green Envy and Purple Reign.

Available at Powella.

Diorshow Kabuki Brow Styler, $44

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The brow pencil combines the comfort and glide of a cream with the precision of wax, allowing you to fill in brows easily. Plus, its waterproof formula means no disappearing brows when dealing with Singapore’s heat and humidity for up to 12 hours. The kabuki brush, just like the go-to brushes of professional makeup artists, on the other end makes blending effortless to create natural and full-looking brows.

Available at Dior Beauty and Sephora.

Too Faced Better Than Sex Doll Lashes Mascara, $42

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The non-smudge formula works in tandem with the slim mascara wand to maximise the length and curl of straight lashes, stretching them skywards, so they look lush and flutter-worthy. Plus, we love how it removes easily at the end of the day with warm water.

Available at Selfridges.

Urban Decay Naked 3 Eyeshadow Palette Mini, $46

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In six new rose-hued neutrals in varying finishes from ultra-smooth mattes to shimmer-infused and modern metallics, this is perfect for anyone who wants to up their eye makeup game daily. Plus, the long-lasting staying power and effortless blendability make this a great go-to for newbies and makeup pros.

Available at Sephora.

One/Size Browkiki Tinted Nourishing Brow Gel, $34

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Love that feathered brow look? This water- and smudge-proof tinted brow gel will help you achieve it by making brows look fuller thanks to the use of 3D volumising fibres, coconut and castor oils. Brows are not only perfectly groomed, but are also nourished for up to 12 hours.

Available at Sephora.

Dear Dahlia Blooming Edition Garden of Light Palette, $86

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Get eyes bright and alluring with nine bloom-inspired hues. In a variety of finishes, from velvety mattes to silky shimmers and dazzling glitters that allows you to blend and build, you’ll achieve a range a rich colours and textures with ease. Comes in two captivating options – Dawn and Dusk.

Available at Sephora.

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