Natural Eye Makeup Tutorials for Every Skin Tone

While we love a bright pop of colorful eyeshadow or trendy foiled lids, natural eye makeup is what we find ourselves turning to most days. Earthy shades like taupe, chocolate, and bronze are versatile and can be used to create an array of natural eye makeup looks perfect for daytime. But the colors needed to create your look may vary from person to person: as with any other type of makeup, you’ll get the most flattering results if you opt for hues that complement your skin tone (and undertone).

Once you find the colors that work for you, creating a simple eyeshadow look that highlights your natural beauty takes hardly any time at all. If you need proof, keep scrolling—ahead, we’re sharing three natural eye makeup tutorials to complement every skin tone. Plus, we’ll clue you in on some of our favorite nude eye makeup products worth adding to your collection.

How To Do a Natural Eye Makeup Look

What qualifies as natural-looking eyeshadow depends primarily on your skin tone. For instance, if you have fair skin, you’ll want to use lighter shades like beige or sand for subtle dimension. Those with deeper skin, meanwhile, will get the most natural-looking results with richer chocolate and coffee shades. The finish also plays a role: for a natural look, you’ll typically want to steer clear of anything too glittery or matte and instead opt for products with satiny or soft shimmery finishes.

Once you find the neutral eyeshadow that works best for you, you can pair it with subtle lashes and eyeliner for definition. Ultimately, the goal with natural eye makeup is to use products that add dimension to your eyes without making it super obvious that you’re wearing eye makeup.

Below, we break down the specific colors and techniques to create a natural eye makeup look for every skin tone.

Natural Eye Makeup Tutorial for Light Skin

The best eyeshadows for light skin tend to be softer, neutral shades, like taupe, beige, and rose. Learn how to use these soft hues to create a natural eyeshadow look below.

Step 1. Prime your lids with concealer

Before you reach for your eyeshadow palette, prep your lids with concealer to help create a smooth canvas for the color. Apply a dab of the L’Oréal Paris Infallible Full Wear Concealer Up to 24H Full Coverage onto your lids to help create an even base for your shadow application. If you have oily eyelids, consider using a mattifying eye makeup primer instead.