Makeup for Glasses? It's Never Been Easier

Just like finding frames that flatter your face, choosing makeup that works with your glasses makes all the difference. The good news? It's easier than you think. Here's how to approach it for two types of frames.

Bold, statement frames

Dominant frames attract attention all on their own, so your eyes don't need much extra emphasis. A softer, more subtle makeup look works beautifully here.

Start by prepping your skin with cleansing water, then apply a primer to smooth and even out your skin, followed by your favorite foundation. Set everything in place with fixing powder and finish with a touch of blush.

Now for the eye area. Many women think eyebrows can't be seen behind glasses — that's a myth. Well-groomed brows always show. Comb them through with a brush and fill them in with a pencil or brow shadow.

Skip brow shades darker than your natural color, and go easy on eyeliner. Bold frames combined with heavy lines or a smokey eye can quickly become too much.

If you can't live without eyeliner, keep it to a thin line on the upper lid — a liquid eyeliner is perfect for that. For shadows, choose pastel or lightly shimmering shades. With eye-catching frames, your eyes simply don't need heavy emphasis.

Mascara, on the other hand, is essential here. Reach for a favorite like Mega Lashes mascara from Dermacol.

As for lipstick? Wear any color you like — there's no limit to your imagination.

Lighter, subtle frames

The base routine is the same as for bold frames: cleanse your skin, apply primer and foundation, and set with powder. Brighten the under-eye area with a concealer for a fresher look.

With subtle frames, you can go bolder on the eyes. Darker shadows, defined lines on both the upper and lower lids, even a smokey eye — they all work. Use a highlighter to brighten the inner corners, and place the darker shadow toward the outer corners of your eyes.

And again — don't forget mascara.

Finish with a bright lipstick shade — try the long-lasting 16H Lip Colour.

Our quick tips

• Apply only a thin layer of product where your glasses touch your face.

• Try matching your lipstick to the color of your frames. If your glasses are a neutral color, any lipstick shade goes.

Mini FAQ

Should I skip eye makeup completely with bold frames?
No — just keep it subtle. Groomed brows, soft pastel shadows, and mascara are all you need.

Can I wear a smokey eye with glasses?
Yes, it works best with lighter, subtle frames. With bold frames, heavy eye makeup tends to compete with the glasses.

Where to buy

You'll find all the products mentioned above at fabledlook.com — we ship internationally, and if you need help picking the right shade, just send us a message.