Party makeup is all about glimmer, shimmer and playful colours. Actually, not anymore! In case you didn’t get the memo, party makeup rulebook has changed and minimal nude eye makeup looks have replaced the complicated and dramatic eye makeup. Read on and learn how to create these beautiful neutral eye makeup looks.
Nude Eye Makeup Looks that are Everything but Boring: The Basics
No eyeshadow, no liner and absolutely no heavy-duty eye makeup aka nude eye makeup can look as glamorous as a smokey eye and we have proof. If you are someone who is big on minimal eye makeup trends, this is the only party makeup guide you need. Here are six stunning nude eye makeup looks that are party-ready and gorgeous. Look through and make sure that nude is never boring.
Nude Eye Makeup Looks that are Everything but Boring

1. Nude, but make it shimmer
Golden shimmery lids are a party makeup classic. But, if it’s not your thing, you can learn how to do nude eye makeup with golden shimmer. Complete this makeup with a nude lip gloss or bold red lip to slay the look.

Tips on How to Create the Look
Wear nothing but some specks of shimmer on your lids. Prime your lids and pack a nude shimmer eyeshadow or clear glitter shadow to dazzle with every blink. You can use Lakmé Absolute Explore Eye Shadow Palette, that includes a set of shimmer shades. They can be used in so many different ways, they blends easily, add a smooth and long-lasting colour to your eyelids.

2. Pop of white
If you plan on not applying eyeshadow on your upper lids, try this 60’s mod look with white eye pencil. It is an amazing way to refresh your beauty routine and add a trendy white accent to your look without making it look OTT. Bonus? It makes your eyes look bigger, awake and certainly more beautiful.

Tips on How to Create the Look
Need a nude eye makeup tutorial with white eyeliner? You should add a pop of white on your lower waterline to give it a major glam factor. By the way, Lakmé Absolute Explore Eye Pencil with crease free and long-lasting formula is easy and safe to use on your waterline.



3. Lash game strong
Don’t know how to make your eyes pop without any colour or liner? The number one rule of rocking nude eye makeup like a pro is to amp up your lashes. Leave it to your mascara to do the job for you.

Tips on How to Create the Look
Simply tight line your eyes by swiping a black kajal on your upper waterline and darken your lash line. Then, apply oodles of mascara to finish the look. We recommend Lakmé Eyeconic Volume Mascara that turns up the volume of your lashes and lifts them up for a dramatic look. This mascara is waterproof and infused by castor oil and calendula extract for extra care.

4. Cut-crease magic
Make your eyes look defined and gorgeous by making your crease prominent for a look that’s glamorous and a half. It’s incredible how lining your crease can totally transform your look.

Tips on How to Create the Look
How to do nude eye makeup with cut-crease? Take brown eyeshadow and use an angled brush to blend it over the crease. Also, you can use a brown liner and smudge it on the lashlines for natural-looking nude eye makeup. Lakmé Absolute Infinity Eye Shadow Palette - Soft Nudes was just made for this makeup look, and many others, too. It’s full of neutral beige, brown and soft pink shades for everyday natural makeup, though, can give you an opportunity to experiment with brighter colours. Check our eyeshadow mapping guide to apply eye makeup like a pro.

5. Go for gloss
A little bit of gloss never hurt anyone, and this nude eye makeup tutorial cannot do without glossy shadow, too. You might not know this, but a hint of sheen on your lids can really take your eye makeup game a notch higher.

Tips on How to Create the Look
All you need to do is prime your lids, then take a clear gloss or lip balm and apply it all over your eyelids. Set it with a setting spray and rock this stunning nude eye makeup with aplomb. If you want a more specialized product, try Lakmé Absolute Explore Liquid Eye Shadow Duo in Pink Champagne and Copper Glitter shades, that give you crease free and long-lasting coverage.

6. Neutral Cat Eye
How to create a perfect wing for nude eye makeup? Cat eye look matches with any makeup style, just depends on the wing shape, length, and colour. For neutral makeup looks, you better choose thin lines, or blended contours. Also, non-black wing will always help to create a softer, more natural look.

Tips on How to Create the Look
First, you need to apply a neutral beige eyeshadow base to your upper and lower eyelids. Then, outline your eyes with the brown or copper eyeshadow or eyeliner, and create a wing. You can also try Lakmé Insta Eye Liner in Golden shade. This lightweighted product with a sleek thin brush helps to create a perfect line, and the water-resistant formula makes it last longer. Pay attention to that this liner is liquid, so needs some time to dry up.
FAQs about Nude Eye Makeup Looks
Q1 Can I create nude makeup with smokey eyes?
Yes, nude smokey eye makeup is an option if you want to create subtle yet expressive look in natural colours. To not go too bold, we recommend you sticking to smokey eye looks that are not black.
Q2 How to do nude makeup for a bridesmaid?
Nude makeup looks are perfect for bridesmaids who want to accentuate their best features but not look too bright. Get inspired by these Bollywood makeup looks for bridesmaids that will help you to shine with elegance.
Q3 Should I choose matte or shimmery shadows for nude eye makeup?
In nude eye makeup looks, you can use either matte or shimmery textures. Otherwise, you may combine matte base with pops of shimmer on your inner eye corners and in the centre of your eyelids. Keep in mind that matte shadows are usually more pigmented than shimmery ones, and stick to natural colours when creating nude makeup looks.
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Written by Team BB on 24th Jan 2023