Beyoncé’s Makeup Artist Just Gave A Masterclass In Hooded Eye Makeup

As anyone with hooded eyes can attest to, applying eye makeup can prove a tricky task. And keeping your eyeliner in place without smudging or creasing? Almost impossible. But thankfully, celebrity makeup uptist Sir John is here to save the day.

There’s no one we trust more than the man behind Beyoncé’s best makeup looks. And Sir John recently sat down with Fashionista to reveal all his makeup secrets for hooded eyes – and you best believe we took notes.

Here, a step-by-step guide to perfecting hooded eye makeup.

Sir John’s makeup tips for hooded eyes

First thing’s first: finding your natural eye crease. “Whenever you look in the mirror… bring your chin down a little bit more so you can see where the natural crease would be,” Sir John says. “Wherever your lash line stops when you’re looking the mirror, you’ll see that’s the natural crease you want.”

And now we’ve got that covered, it’s time to create…

Step 1: Create your canvas

All good eye makeup looks start with a perfectly smoked lash line. But don’t pick up your trusty black liner just yet. Sir John suggests using a matte eyeliner deeper than your skin tone – preferably waterproof to avoid smudging or creasing.

Think of this step as contour for your eyes. Sir John explains that the best technique for hooded eyes is to focus on creating shadow, rather than brightening or highlighting. Using a neutral-toned liner, rather than black, will create the illusion of deeper-set eyes.

Rimmel Scandaleyes Exaggerate Eye Definer, $6.97 at Chemist Warehouse

M.A.C Eye Pencil, $38 at Myer

Step 2: Smoke it out

Now you’ve sketched out your canvas, use a dense shader brush to blend the eyeliner up to your natural crease. For more definition, focus on smoking out the outer corners to create more shadow.

And remember: your lower lash line is key to making the look pop, so feel free to add some colour! As Sir John says: “Don’t be afraid to maximise the lash line at the bottom, creating a little bit of drama. The goal here is to give your eyes a silhouette.”

MECCA MAX Smudge Shadower Liner Brush, $19 at MECCA

Revlon ColorStay Eyeliner in Teal, $12.47 at Chemist Warehouse

Step 3: Add some colour

This is the time to unleash your inner (makeup) artist. For an everyday look, stick to neutral browns and bronze hues, focusing on the outer edges of the eyes. “This outer V on someone who has a hooded eye is one of the most charming areas to look at,” adds Sir John.

If you prefer a bold look, Sir John notes that deep, cool tones such emerald, navy blue and purple will enhance the illusion of deeper-set eyes. And don’t forget to add a touch of shimmer to your inner corners or the centre of your eyelid to really make your eyes pop.

NYX Professional Makeup Ultimate Shadow Palette – Warm Neutrals, $32 at ASOS

Charlotte Tilbury Colour Chameleon in ‘Amethyst Aphrodisiac, $36 at MECCA

Main image: @sirjohn

Do you have hooded eyes? What is the best hooded eye makeup tip you’ve learned?