Like a ruler: learning to draw arrows on the eyes

Although drawing flawless eyeliner can seem difficult, anyone can become proficient at it with some practice. The secret is to go step by step, regardless of your desired look—bold, dramatic wings or a subtle everyday look.

We’ll simplify the eyeliner drawing process in this tutorial so that it seems as easy as using a ruler. You’ll discover how to determine your perfect shape, select the appropriate tools, and create clean, even lines.

You can achieve a perfect finish with the help of these tips and tricks, regardless of your skill level. Prepare to up your eye makeup game with assurance!

Gaining proficiency in creating accurate eyeliner arrows will improve your makeup game and give your eyes a classic yet adaptable, well-defined appearance. This tutorial will walk you through the process of drawing perfect, symmetrical arrows on your eyes, providing you with tricks and strategies that make this skill simple to pick up even if you’re a beginner.

How to draw arrows with a pencil?

Detailed photo instructions that will guide you through the process of making flawless arrows, even if you’ve never done it before.

This is a crucial step because having a solid foundation is half the fight. It is not advisable to use eye cream or any other product that may cause the skin to become sticky or wet. After using micellar water to clean the eyelid, apply a dependable eyelid primer. or properly powder the eyelid.

To prevent the arrows from blurring during the day if you have oily skin, always have matting wipes on hand and blot the skin around your eyelids.

Make sure to use a long-lasting pencil to paint over the inter-eyelash space on the upper eyelid in order to make the lashes appear thicker and the arrow makeup look more integrated and harmonious.

On the upper eyelid, draw a pencil from the inner to the outer corner of the lash roots (don’t forget to sharpen the pencil well beforehand!). Try not to blink for the first ten to fifteen seconds after applying the eyeliner to avoid leaving an imprint on the lower eyelid.

Draw the arrow’s delicate "tail" while gazing directly into the mirror. To achieve symmetry, immediately repeat this step on the other eye. Apply the pencil to the corner of the eye and move it fairly sharply and jerkily in the direction of the temple, as if leaving a tiny stroke, if you want the arrow to be pointed.

With a pencil, carefully draw a line along the lash contour and join it to the "tail." When drawing, use your finger to gently tug the skin of the eyelid toward the temple from the outer corner of the eye in order to create the most even line possible. However, exercise caution and avoid overly stretching the skin. You should also avoid trying to replicate this technique when drawing the arrow’s "tail" at the beginning because it will result in an uneven drawing.

Thicken the arrow gradually, working from the inner to the outer corner of the eye, and duplicate any movement on the opposite side right away. Put mascara on your eyelashes.

We used a pencil with a hard lead when taking the pictures for this photo tutorial. Look for the topic lesson below if you would rather follow the instructions via a video.

You can also learn how to apply gel eyeliner to create flawless arrows by watching our video tutorial.

How to draw arrows with eyeliner?

If you’ve already outgrown pencil arrows, try your hand at making graphic arrows with gel or liquid eyeliner. Two photo tutorials are provided here: the first will assist you in creating a traditional thin arrow, and the second is a simple cat eye.

Thin arrow

Apply a light shadow "highlight" to the inner corner of the eye, just under the eyebrow, using a tiny brush. In this manner, the eye won’t appear flat against a bright arrow’s background.

Our video lessons contain even more useful information that will assist you in creating graphic arrows using eyeliner.

Wide arrow

Applying a base for the shadows or powdering the eyelid will prepare it. Apply gel eyeliner to a thin brush and draw a line from the outer corner of the eye to the upper lid crease. The line ought to align with the eyebrow’s base.

Divide the line that follows the upper lash contour into four equal sections visually. Draw a line toward the tip of the "tail" after taking a 1/4 step back from the outer corner.

Draw a smooth line from the inner corner of the eye to the center of the line you drew in the previous step.

Design a look using L’Oréal Paris.

Double arrows

One of the catwalk trends for 2023 is double arrows. However, they also have more important benefits: they give the appearance of larger eyes and thicker eyelashes. To accurately draw them, begin at the arrow tails and work your way along the contour of the eyelashes with your lines of makeup.

If you enjoy playing around with makeup, let the upper border of the arrow cross over the crease of your eyelids instead of adhering to the lash line.

You can get more inspiration for making unique eye makeup with arrows in our video tutorials. And this is a comprehensive picture tutorial that shows you how to create makeup using stylish double arrows.

These arrows are also perfect for the summertime.

You can also play around with the colors and forms of arrows during the summer.

Arabic arrows

Although it’s rare to see arrows like this one in real life, they look amazing in pictures, which is why they’ve gained so much popularity on social media.

Arabic arrows indicate the overall impression of the image rather than any particular shape. The eyelids are brightly lined on both the top and bottom (similar to Jade from the television series "Clone"); there are thin arrows with sharp tails aimed towards the temples, as well as "smoky" shading. You could call all of these cosmetic choices Arabic.

Their expressive accent unites them: the arrow must be conspicuous, unambiguous, and sufficiently long and wide. In summary, don’t cut corners when it comes to kohl and liquid eyeliner!

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Raised arrows with the effect of "cat"s eyes"

Desire to apply "cat" eye makeup? Then, you must acquire the skill of drawing raised arrows. It’s simple: start at the outside corners of the eyes and draw lines towards the tips of the eyebrows. Next, paint the area between the lashes and blend everything together with a smooth line.

Avoid pulling the skin taut or closing your eyes when drawing the tips of the arrows.

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Superliner Cat Eye eyeliner was developed by L’Oréal Paris for people who are completely incapable of drawing "cat" arrows. It comes with a small stencil that is meant to be used to make a cat eye. All you have to do is meticulously fill in the details.

In the video below, we have another take on the "cat" eye makeup look, courtesy of singer Lana Del Rey.

How to draw arrows with shadows?

Using the brush, scoop up some dried shadows so that you "cover" both sides of it. Using your hand, move the brush to remove any remaining material. If not, the shadows beneath the eyes will instantly disintegrate.

Draw a line to the outer corner of the eye, extending it slightly past the edge, starting from the inner corner. Strive to maintain the brush as near to the lash line as you can.

10 secrets of perfect arrows

Although drawing even, lovely arrows will probably be beyond your skill set the first time, you can still quickly accomplish the desired effect if you are aware of a few beauty tricks. Take our advice to heart.

Put your elbow on a flat surface when drawing an arrow to stop your hand from trembling. To add another point of support, place the little finger of the hand you are using to draw the arrow on your cheek.

If the arrow is not exactly straight, use black shadows to cover the imperfection.

Even if you have selected a long-lasting eyeliner, allow it to dry completely before adding a layer of transparent powder to seal the look. Your makeup will last longer if you do this.

Makeup errors can be quickly and simply fixed with a concealer or corrector: just apply it over the areas where too much pencil or eyeliner has been applied. If you don’t have any of these items on hand, you can use clear balm or lip gloss to cover up the failed arrows.

Another practical and well-liked life tip for novices is to place multiple dots in a row along the lash line before using eyeliner to draw a line. Join them to create a line that is roughly equal.

Mark a "rough" line with shadows before drawing the main line with eyeliner.

To make the arrow’s "tail" neat and even, glue a strip of tape to the area just outside the eye. You can also use other makeshift tools, like a spoon, a business card, or a discount card, for the same purpose.

The simplest method for creating even arrows is to sketch them as you go along, then use a cotton swab or synthetic brush with an angled corner that has been moistened with makeup remover to simply remove any excess.

Beginning with the "inconvenient side"—the left eye if you are right-handed, and the right eye if you are left-handed—start drawing.

It will be simpler to control the arrows’ length, symmetry, and direction if you draw their "tails" with your eyes open.

Step	Description
1	Start with a clean and primed eyelid for smooth application.
2	Use a pencil or eyeliner to draw a thin line along the upper lash line.
3	Extend the line slightly beyond the outer corner of the eye for a winged effect.
4	Fill in any gaps and thicken the line if desired.
5	Perfect the shape with a cotton swab or makeup remover if needed.
6	Repeat on the other eye, ensuring both sides are symmetrical.

Gaining proficiency in drawing accurate arrows on the eyes will improve your makeup game and provide a polished, assured finish to your appearance. Anyone can achieve neat, precise lines that accentuate their eyes with time and effort.

Recall that the secret to success is identifying the methods and resources that are most effective for you. Don’t be scared to try out various goods and looks until you find the one that best fits your eye shape and preferences.

Developing your arrow technique will give you a versatile skill for your makeup routine, whether your goal is a bold, dramatic statement or a subtle, everyday look. If you practice consistently, you’ll eventually be able to draw perfect lines with ease.

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