How To Nail A Winter Smoky Eye Á La Olivia Palermo

Mina Shaghaghi
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Olivia Palermo Winter Smoky Eye
Olivia Palermo Winter Smoky Eye

A fresh spin on a classic look never fails to cheer us up, even on those truly frigid days that call for the trusty parka. But when we’re coveting a makeup look requisite of powder products aplenty, maintaining moisturized skin can prove difficult through harsh winter weather. The solution? Hydrating makeup to save the day, and in particular for emulating a daytime smoky eye à la Olivia Palermo that we can’t get over. From moisture-rich eye treatments to crème-based formulas, our tips and tricks ahead for mastering this smoldering look all while keeping flakey, dry skin at bay.

Olivia Palermo Winter Smoky Eye
Olivia Palermo Winter Smoky Eye

Total Smoke Show

Kiehls Eye Treatment Winter Smoky Eye
Kiehls Eye Treatment Winter Smoky Eye

Step 1

To begin, dab on a richly moisturizing eye cream to prep the delicate skin around the eye area. This formula with Avocado Oil is ultra nourishing and won't migrate into eyes.

Cle De Peau Concealer Stick Winter Smoky Eye 800
Cle De Peau Concealer Stick Winter Smoky Eye 800

Step 2

Use a brush or your index finger to gently pat on a hydrating concealer in a semi-circle pattern beneath your eyes. This creamy emulsion stick uses Super Bio-Hyaluronic Acid to ensure full coverage while maintaining skin’s moisture.

Shiseido Pink Shimmer Eye Color Winter Smoky Eye
Shiseido Pink Shimmer Eye Color Winter Smoky Eye

Step 3

Sweep a rosy crème eyeshadow all over the lid. This lightweight version creates a lustrous finish while hydrating skin with Super Hydro-Wrap Vitalizing DE.

Clinique Black Pencil Winter Smoky Eye
Clinique Black Pencil Winter Smoky Eye

Step 4

Finish by lining the upper and lower rims with a charcoal-grey liner and smudging slightly all around the eye to create a smoky effect. This silky liner glides on easily and does not retract which avoids exposing the formula to air, which is drying.

Revlon Lipstick And Other Stories Lip Primer Pot Winter Smoky Eye
Revlon Lipstick And Other Stories Lip Primer Pot Winter Smoky Eye

Step 5

All that’s left is a touch of subtle bronzer (this one contains vitamin-rich Buriti oil) a lush balm to prep your pout (we love this primer with Vitamin E) and a swipe of soft pink lipstick (this LiquiSilk formula seals in color and softens lips) and voilà! You've mastered a winter smoky eye that can withstand the elements.