The best shade pairings to accentuate your biggest feature.

Apply it directly on the lids and smudge it out with your finger or a brush.

Generally speaking, warm, illuminating shades and pigmented, metallic finishes will be your best bet.

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Apply it to the outer corner of your eyes and smudge it over black liner for a softer effect.

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Its a vegan formula that generally comes with two medium and two dark shades for mixing and matching.

I especially like Golden Toffee for medium tones, says Sotomayor.

Don’t be afraid to create contrast.

Choose eyeshadows that mimic the way your skin glows on your cheekbones on a sunny day, Sotomayor advises.