You know when you scroll through Instagram, and there she is. Brooke Monk with eyes so wide I swear she sees into the future. Everyone’s talking about it, and I was like, ‘Okay, spill the tea, Brooke.’ Turns out, she’s got this sneaky little trick for making her eyes pop, and it’s not some sorcery (or maybe it is).
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Apparently, it’s all about the art of illusion (cue dramatic music). Brooke, being the genius she is, relies on a combo of white eyeliner and strategic lash placement to create this doe-eyed effect. So, she takes this white eyeliner and applies it to the waterline. No, not around the eyes like some weirdo clown. It’s subtle but packs a punch. This little trick gives the appearance of extending the whites of the eyes.
Then, there’s the lash thing. She’s always sporting these chic but not overkill false lashes. They don’t smother her natural lashes but add just enough oomph. From what I hear, she trims them to fit perfectly. Like, who has time for that precision? Half the time I’m poking myself in the eye with cheap drugstore falsies and praying for the best outcome. Serious dedication.
The mascara technique is interesting too. We’re not just swiping on coats like it’s a curl race. It’s all about the direction—Brushing upwards and outwards with a special flick at the end (think magic wand moment). Apparently, this is key to awakening that bright-eyed look. Still doubting, but I’m intrigued.
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And let’s not forget the eyebrow game. Brooke’s brows frame her eyes perfectly. She uses a brow pencil to fill in just enough but keeps it looking natural. Sometimes, the brows are overshadowed by the eyes, but honestly, they’re like the unsung heroes here, quietly supporting the masterpiece. There’s a whole post gossiping about bangs that might help if you want more face-framing ideas, like a cosmic framing device for the eyes.
At the end of the day, it all collectively adds up to make her eyes look bigger and brighter. I’m just saying, if this whole beauty influencer gig falls through, she’s definitely got a career in optical illusions next. Meanwhile, my attempt to mimic the process has my eyes looking like I haven’t slept in days. Ugh, the struggle for beauty never ends.
But hey, my eyes still feel small, and now my face is a mess. Time for coffee. Again.