Doing Your Eyes

I have been femulating for over 60 years! Over that time, I have done my eyes in different ways, but “lately” (like the last 20 years or so) I have been using the same routine to do my eyes and I thought I would pass along my routine to you. So, here’s a, step-by-step guide for applying eye makeup tailored to girls like us, especially those new to makeup.

Prep the Eye Area

Cleanse and Moisturize: Start with clean skin. Apply a lightweight, non-greasy eye cream to smooth the skin.

Primer (optional, but I always use it): Use an eyelid primer to prevent creasing and make colors pop.

Conceal and Even Out

Under-Eye Concealer: Dab on a peach-toned concealer to neutralize dark circles or blue/gray tones from beard shadow or tired eyes.

Set with Powder: Lightly dust with translucent powder to lock it in place.

Eyebrows – The Feminizing Frame

Shape: If needed, groom brows with a trimmer or tweezer. Aim for a soft arch—not too high or too sharp.

Fill: Use a brow pencil or powder close to your hair color to define the shape. Blend well for a natural look.

Tip: A slightly higher arch helps feminize the face, but avoid the villainess “drawn-on” look.

Eyeshadow Basics

Neutral Look (Great for beginners):

Base: A matte cream or beige all over the lid.

Crease: A taupe or light brown in the crease to add depth.

Highlight: A light shimmer or satin shade under the brow and inner corner to open the eye.

Application Tip: Blend, blend, blend! Use a fluffy brush for smooth transitions.

Eyeliner

Top Lid: A black or dark brown pencil or liquid liner close to the lash line will define the eye. Slightly winging it upwards adds a feminine lift. (I constantly switch between pencil and liquid eyeliner – the classic a woman can change her mind!)

Lower Lid: Optional. A soft smudge of brown or gray pencil under the lashes works well. Avoid harsh black unless doing a dramatic look.

Mascara

Curl upper lashes with an eyelash curler first (30 seconds in the curler does a great job). 

Apply black or dark brown mascara to both top and bottom lashes. Wiggle the wand at the base, then pull upward for volume and lift. When the mascara has dried, do it again. 

Tip: Before I do it again, I use a lash brush to comb out any mascara lumps that occurred during the previous mascara application.

Smile

Now smile with your eyes, pretty girl!

Wearing Paige

A modern bridal party (femulators Heather, Dawn, Nicky, and Jemma, masculinator Jules, and femulators Stephi and Nadine)