Smokey eyeshadow can be tricky to pull off on Asian eyes since we don’t always have the deep crease or large eyelid space to work with. But there’s a makeup trick for every eye shape, and we’ve found some of the best. Professional makeup artists from around the world show you how to create that glamorous smokey look on a monolid or hooded eye.

Hayley Kim

If you always looking for natural makeup looks, check out Hayley Kim. Even with the classic smokey eye makeup look that often looks heavy, she manages to make it look effortlessly natural. Seeming light, you are definitely able to wear this smokey eye out during the day. The classic smokey eye tends to be more of a bold and night makeup look, but with Hayley, anything can become natural. Check out her channel if you love watching relaxing makeup tutorials too! Her vibes are absolutely calming and she shows you how to glam with the naturals. 

Tina Yong

Ever popular YouTuber Tina Yong is here to give you a strong smokey eye look. Not only is she a makeup artist, but she provides different lifestyle videos. Besides that, she is a jet setter based in both Sidney and Singapore! For those with hooded and small eyes, Tina gives you a look that won’t disappear under your eyes. This unique and dark smokey eye is sure to steal the spotlight, especially at night. Her video gives a close up look at how she applies and her in-depth explanation has garnered many praises in the comments. 

Mongabong

One of our local stars, Mongabong does it all! From hair to makeup to skincare and even daily vlogs. This time, she gives a smokey eye look that reminds us of kpop idols! With a more pinkish tone in her look, her smokey is definitely a soft glam you can rock any time of the day. With the finished look, this smokey eye can even make your eyes look bigger than they are! If you want the products that she uses, they are all listed in her description box and she even lets you know what she’s wearing. In case you want to recreate her whole look and become a kpop star for a day! 

The DayDream Project

Remember that Asia does not consist of just Japan, Korea and China. There are so many different ethnicities in Asia and we all look different. The DayDream Project helps create a smokey eye tutorial for her people, suitable for attending a wedding. This soft glam smokey eye is to die for! She is constantly pushing out new looks on the daily, so you’ll never miss out on a new makeup look. Although she isn’t a makeup artist, her skills definitely show in each look. Getting closer to 400K, give your support and check out her channel for more glamorous makeup looks.

Jen from Head to Toe

Jen, one of Youtube’s most popular vloggers, created this makeup for prom, but it works for any big event or date. She was inspired by Jennifer Lawrence’s red carpet appearances when she was promoting Hunger Games and is sexy, sultry Hollywood glam at its finest. Watch how it makes Jen’s eyes look so much bigger! Definitely a makeup look to try.

ClothesEncounters

This beauty video is packed with beauty tips: how to enhance your nose, fill in sparse eyebrows, thicken very sparse lashes, and bring out very small eyes with zero creases. Armed with mad makeup skills and tried and tested liners and shadows, she creates a dramatic smokey eye that the Kardashians would be proud of.

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