You’re probably here because you’re wondering how to spruce up your makeup now that masks are here to stay. It’s indeed tragic! You may be yearning to use your lipsticks, but on the flipside, eye makeup is finally getting the attention it deserves.

It’s time to experiment and make up for all that lost time! From bold eyeliners to multicoloured eyeshadow makeup, read on the get the down-low on what everyone is talking about these days:

1. The Classic Cat-eye

Classic for a reason - the iconic cat-eye is here to stay! Pair it with neutral-coloured matte lips for an effortless glam look or do it up with some faux lashes and bring the drama!

2. Mascara For Days

Speaking of lashes, the more pronounced the better! If you aren’t the faux lashes kinda gal, volumizing or curl lengthening mascara should do the trick! For the adventurous - purple mascara is doing the rounds. Something to watch out for!

3. Colour Me Crazy

The graphic eyeliner trend is only becoming more popular as we move towards festival season! If you haven’t tried coloured eyeliner, now is the time! In fact, if you’re open to experimentation, swap out your black eyeliner for a deep blue the next time you do a cat-eye.

4. Get Your Sparkle On

Glitter is always a good idea! Get your hands on an eyeshadow kit that has a variety of shimmery shades from the nudes to the bolder colours. It’s always a good idea to pop some glitter on and shine bright like a diamond (as Rihanna so eloquently put it)!

5. Wine Is Always A Good Idea

Be it your poison of choice or inspiration for your next makeup look, wine will never disappoint! Pair a smokey eye with soft burgundy eyeshadow makeup and you’re ready for your night out.

6. When In Doubt, Go Nude

Au natural is always a good look! Simply use a nude pink or cream colour on your eyes and lips (maybe dab some on your cheekbones to make them pop) and simply add plumping gloss to complete the look.

7. Mix It Up

Quite literally! If you have a tough time deciding which coloured eyeshadow to go with, simply mix 2 or 3 colours to create something truly unique. Just be sure to use a neutral coloured primer before getting started for the best results.

8. The Sky Is The Limit

While it is indeed a great motto to have in life, the gorgeous skies are a great source for makeup inspiration too! Try a smokey black eye paired with metallic eyeshadow and some shimmer dabbed on into the inner corners of your eyes (Think Princess Leia but make it 2021)!

While one can hope to get rid of masks for good, it’s going to be a while before that happens! What you can do instead is improvise—in this case, going all out with your mascara and eyeshadow makeup while your beautiful lip colours are sadly hidden behind masks. Try out these awesome eye makeup trends whenever you’re going out. You’re sure to feel your best selves in this new normal!