The Secret Trick to Nailing the Perfect Cat-Eye

Step 1: 

The goal here is sleek and sultry—not I-just-watched-a-Nicholas-Sparks-movie-marathon sloppy. To that end, get the perfect canvas for your dramatic eyeliner with Benefit’s Stay Don’t Stray primer. It adds a light wash of nude pigment that conceals darkness and makes you look instantly more awake. Best of all, the formula ensures that your liner will stay put. Dust on a light shimmery shadow to really make eyes pop.

Step 2: 

Holding the liner tip vertical to your lash line, trace a thin line out from the outer corner of your eye. The line should point upward toward the tip of your brow and stop right underneath your crease. Tip: Follow your lower waterline to help guide placement.

Step 3: 

Next, draw a line back toward the middle of your lid. You should create a small V-shape at the edge of your eye.

Step 4: 

Then, starting near your tear duct, draw a slim straight line above your upper lash line until it connects with your V. Now pat yourself on the back because the tricky part is over.

Step 5: 

Go back and fill in your outlines with color.

Step 6: 

Finish with two coats of long-lasting mascara. Play matchy-matchy by opting for Benefit’s original They’re Real! Mascara. The smooth formula glides on easily, while the unique definition-enhancing brush lifts and separates each and every lash.