A few weeks ago FashionMagazine.com launched their Beauty Panel, a cross-country group of Canadian beauty experts who were asked to “share their tips and tricks for mastering even the most complicated hair and makeup looks”. Panelists respond to weekly questions either via video or photos. I missed the first couple of challenges but am happy to announce that I’m officially part of the Beauty Panel. Crazy, eh? I am incredibly honoured to be featured among such talented and extraordinary women, some of which I happen to also know personally: Elaine, Dee, Rema, and Joyce. 

Applying winged liner can be a bit tricky and definitely requires some practice and a steady hand. The key to perfecting the look is to find the method that works best for you. When doing a cat-eye liner, I like to keep my shadow choices simple and usually stick to neutral colours.

To create the perfect cat-eye liner, start off by drawing a fairly thin line, as close as possible to your natural upper lash line. I start just shy of the inner corner of my eye and work towards the outer corner. Then draw a diagonal line (about a 45 degree angle) upwards. The line should almost look as though it is an extension of your lower lash line and extend upwards toward your brow. Next and with your eye closed, draw a straight line starting at the end of the first line and extending to the middle of your eyelid. Finally, fill in the area with liner and the “wing” is complete. Your liner should be barely visible near the inner corner of your eyes and thicker as it nears the outer corners. This will make your eyes appear longer and provide a more dramatic effect. It is entirely up to you whether you want the liner to be thick or thin. It is also a matter of preference whether you choose to line the lower lash line. Once I’m finished, I use an angled brush saturated in Bioderma Micelle Solution to clean up any edges.

Beauty Tip: If you are new to using a liquid liner, try practicing on bare eyes until you get the hang of it, then start incorporating it into your daily routine. And remember, liquid liner comes in many forms, so experiment with applicators until you find the one that works best for you.

Products used: Pixi Flawless & Poreless, L’Oreal True Match Lumi Healthy Luminous Makeup in “Neutral,” MAC Studio Finish SPF 35 Concealer in “NW25,” Annabelle CC Pressed Powder in “Medium/Dark”, Too Faced Chocolate Soleil Matte Bronzing Powder in “Original Chocolate,” Benefit Box Blush in “Hervana”, Maybelline Master Shape Brow Pencil in “Deep Brown,” Too Faced Shadow Insurance Anti-Crease Eye Shadow Primer, Maybelline Stylish Smokes Eye Shadow Quad in “Natural Smokes,” L’Oréal Voluminous False Fiber Lashes mascara, MAC Satin Lipstick in “Snob,” Lancôme Artliner in “Noir,” Bioderma Micelle Solution Sensibio h2O, MAC 266 Angled Brush