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  • Question
    What makes hazel eyes look green?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
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    Try using a shimmery warm palette of bronze and gold accented with just a touch of vivid green. Try a dab of emerald shadow at the inner corner of the eye or a jade eyeliner.
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    What color eyeshadow goes well with green eyes?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
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    You can use taupe and brown shades for a subtle daytime look that flatters green eyes. For a bolder choice, try a blend of plum and dusty pink.
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    What colors make green eyes stand out?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
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    Brown and purple are flattering shades to use on green eyes. They are also flattered by pink or red-based hues like coral or burgundy.
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    What are your favorite makeup styles for complimenting green eyes?
    Ashleigh Grounds
    Makeup Artist & Hair Stylist
    Ashleigh Grounds is a Makeup Artist and Hair Stylist based in Austin, Texas. Ashleigh has over 11 years of cosmetology experience. She studied cosmetology in Dallas, Texas and completed a two-year hair salon apprenticeship in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia with Toni & Guy Hair Salon. She is accredited by the International Board of Cosmetology, is a certified Babe Hair Extension Professional, and is a certified Brazilian Blow Out Professional. Ashleigh was voted the best Hair Stylist in Austin for 2012 by RAW Artists and was voted in the top 20 salons for 2020 in Austin by Expertise. Ashleigh's work has been featured in Talentmagazines, BlogTalkRadio, KXAN, and Studio 512.
    Makeup Artist & Hair Stylist
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    I think earthy tones and a little bit of bronze are really nice colors to use on green eyes.
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    I have green eyes, pale, pinkish skin and black-brown hair. I love to wear red lipstick. What eye makeup shades would best bring out my eye color, while not competing with my lipstick?
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    Try a pretty brown color. If you do not like the look of brown eye shadow on you, try no eye shadow, then.
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    I have green eyes and medium blonde hair, can you help me pick some eyeshadow and eyeliner colors to pair and try together?
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    Colors that go well with green eyes: Beige Taupe Brown Camel Peach Purple/lilac/mauve and red if you really want your green eyes to stand out!
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    I have white hair, light skin and beautiful green eyes - what color shadow or pencil should I use?
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    I suggest using a dark brown shadow, or a soft pink. Those colors will really complement your green eyes.
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    I have beige blonde hair with green eyes, what color eye shadow should I use?
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    Warm tones will definitely suit your hair and eye color best, you can explore oranges, pinks, and browns. Have fun with your makeup and explore.
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    I have copper red hair and green eyes. What colors would work best for eye shadow?
    Annabeth
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    The color that would work best for you would be a very light brown or a very light gray.
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    I have green eyes and very dark, brown hair. What colors are best to bring out my eyes?
    Community Answer
    Use matte mauve pinks, or golds.
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    I have chocolate hair and big green eyes. I like simple, natural make-up. What colors would match well?
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    Look at a color wheel. The color OPPOSITE of green will best go with your eyes as a shadow. It looks like red goes with green. Use pinks if you don't like dramatic reds. If you YouTube/Google, Red/Pink makeup looks you can find a tutorial.
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    I have green eyes and dark brown hair; what eye shadow would I wear with a red dress?
    Cecilia Flores
    Top Answerer
    You could wear a brown smoky eye with a gold or silver glitter or metallic shadow on the lid. Just make sure that the glitter/metallic shadow matches the metal of the jewelry you plan on wearing.
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    I have dark brown hair and hazel green eyes with blue flecks. Any other tips for my eye color?
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    If you want to bring out the blue flecks, try wearing silver or gray eyeshadow. Avoid gold because it'll bring out the warm undertone in the hazel green instead of the cool toned blue.
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    What color eyeshadow should I use for blue-green eyes?
    Cecilia Flores
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    If you're into color and don't mind being bold, a pink or berry eye shadow makes blue eyes pop. Purple eye shadow makes green eyes pop. If you're not really into bright colors, try getting a dark purple eyeliner and apply that to the upper lash line and lower waterline. You could also try a very dark purple mascara.
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    I was never a fan of blue shadow. I have a dark blue that I like. Would dark blue shadow still count?
    Cecilia Flores
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    Blue for green eyes isn't the best way to make green eyes pop. I would recommend purple. Could be an eye shadow, could be an eyeliner, could be a mascara. It doesn't matter if it's a light purple or dark purple.
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    I have hazel green eyes, pale skin, and dark brown hair. Would blue shadow still work?
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    For hazel green eyes, I would suggest you use gold or bronze colors. Blue shadow might look a bit tacky.
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    I have hazel green eyes with flecks of blue. Would the same colors work?
    Cecilia Flores
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    If your eyes are mostly green, then yes, it'll still work. To bring out the blue flecks, try putting a purple liner in your waterline.
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    How should I do makeup for brown, hazel, blue or gray eyes?
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    For the colors, all go well with simple and blended smoky colors, such as black, gray, brown, faded pink and faded purple.
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    I have silver grey hair, pale skin, and green hazel eyes. I need to know what colors to use for a wedding look. I am wearing sapphire blue and burnt orange.
    Bluecat9
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    A lovely white eyeshadow or light color would look beautiful, along with a nude lip and dark eyebrows.
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    What are ways to do makeup for other eye colors?
    Emma Longwell
    Community Answer
    Blue eyes are good with purples, blues, oranges, and browns. Brown eyes are good with browns and blacks.
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    I have very fair neutral skin with very green eyes and very light brown hair? What eyeshadow colors would you suggest for me?
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    You can make your green eyes pop by applying shades on the opposite side of the color wheel. Typically, purple, pink and bronze shades look fantastic on green eyes. Try some shades of plum, rose or bronze to match your fair skin and bring out your eyes.
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    I have green eyes and red hair, what colors should I use for a smokey eye?
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    You can make your green eyes pop by applying shades on the opposite side of the color wheel. Typically, purple, pink, red and bronze shades look fantastic on green eyes. As you have red hair, this perfectly compliments your green eyes. Try some shades similar to your hair color, such as copper or bronze to bring out your eyes. To create a smokey eye, opt for darker shades of these colors.
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    I have pale green/grey eyes and my natural hair colour is mid brown, though I like it more aubergine. What is my best eye shadow shade?
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    You can make your grey and green eyes pop by applying shades on the opposite side of the color wheel. Typically, purple, pink and bronze shades look fantastic on green eyes. As you have cool undertones and fair skin, and like aubergine colors, go for a violet, aubergine or plum shade of eyeshadow to really make your eyes pop.
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    I have dark hair and blue-green eyes. It didn't say what to do if you have blueish tints. What colors should I use?
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    For blue-green eyes, you can opt for a wider range of shades from brown, bronze, to purple, copper, red. All these colors will help to make your eye color pop.
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    I have dirty blond hair and green eyes and I like to where red lipstick, what color will be perfect for me?
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    The right shade of red largely depends on your skin tone. If you have a cooler (pink) undertone, make sure to opt for a cool red (slightly pink or purple). If you have warm (yellow) undertones, you can choose a red lipstick with warm or even orange tones. For a neutral skin color, you make pick any lipstick color. You can test the product on your arm first, to see if it is a match.
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    I have light blond hair and hazel eyes. What eye color would bring out the green?
    Community Answer
    Apply tones such as rose-gold, gold, nude, and more natural colors. The contrast of the green in your eyes with the natural color scheme would bring them out. Also, it's a very aesthetic and pretty way to do makeup.
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    I have very light grey green eyes. What colours would suit me best?
    Ariana
    Community Answer
    Red is across the color wheel from green, so red shades tend to work well. However, reds may be too intense so think colors like gold, coral, and pink.
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    I have the odd blue flecks with my hazel green eyes. They still look blue when I wear green tops. Any help would be appreciated.
    Community Answer
    Blue eyes are mostly flattered by golds. With greens, the complementary colour is red. So pink, orange, red, coral and gold will make your eyes pop.
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    I have jade green eyes, fair skin and light brown copper hair. What colors are best to bring out my eyes (no mauve please)?
    Regan Williams
    Community Answer
    Try brown, or even orange and yellow. They will help bring out the dark color and really make it pop!
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