Wearing glasses shouldn’t hide your beauty—in fact, it’s an opportunity to enhance your eyes even more. Whether you wear glasses out of necessity or as part of your personal style, adapting your makeup can make the difference between a flat look and a truly impactful one.
At Foriu, experts in professional at-home makeup services, we know many women who wear glasses often wonder how to adjust their makeup for special events or even daily wear. Should eyeliner be bold? Will eyeshadow show? What if your lenses make your eyes look smaller or larger?
Here are expert tips to help you create expressive, beautiful eyes while wearing glasses.
First Things First: Your Frames Matter
Before diving into techniques, consider your glasses style:
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Thick or dark frames: These draw attention, so your makeup should be more defined to avoid looking washed out.
- Thin or metallic frames: Allow softer looks, though you can still add intensity to your eyes.
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Oversized frames: Offer more visual space for bold eyeshadow and eyeliner.
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Small or rectangular frames: Require precise, well-blended makeup.
Foriu Tip: If you book us for an event, show your glasses to your Coach! Your look will be tailored to your frame style and face shape.
How to Do Eye Makeup with Glasses
1. Perfect the Under-Eye Area
Glasses often cast shadows or reflections that emphasize dark circles. Use a medium-coverage illuminating concealer and blend it well. This brightens your gaze and balances the light under the lenses.
2. Choose Defined Eyeshadows in Medium to Rich Tones
Avoid shades that are too light (they disappear behind lenses) or too dark if your frames are already bold.
Try:
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Champagne, bronze, or rose gold
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Warm or cool browns for depth
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A touch of shimmer in the inner corner to brighten
3. Intentional Eyeliner
If your lenses make your eyes look smaller (common with myopia), apply a thin line on the upper lid and add subtle shadow underneath to create dimension.
If your lenses magnify your eyes (common with hyperopia), define your lash line softly to balance the effect.
Important: Avoid very thick eyeliner that competes with your frames.
Well-Defined Brows: The Perfect Frame
Glasses already frame your face—but your brows should be groomed and symmetrical to create harmony. Fill them in softly with a pencil or powder and brush upward.
Clean, natural brows balance even the boldest frames.
Key Complements: Base, Blush & Lips
Lightweight, Natural Matte Base
Glasses can slide with heat and leave marks. Choose a long-lasting foundation with a natural matte finish and extra setting around the nose area. At Foriu, we use professional sealing techniques to prevent transfer and frame marks.
Subtle but Visible Blush
Blush helps visually lift the face. Choose peach or soft pink tones depending on your skin tone, and blend well for balance with your frames.
Lips That Create Balance
If your eye makeup is soft, go for bold lips like raspberry, coral, or wine tones.
If your eyes are dramatic, opt for nude shades or a glossy finish.
Bonus: Makeup According to Your Prescription
For Myopia (Eyes Look Smaller)
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Use lighter, illuminating shadows
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Apply subtle eyeliner + volumizing mascara
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Avoid heavy black liner all around the eye
For Hyperopia (Eyes Look Larger)
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Use matte shadows to reduce excessive reflection
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Softly define the lash line
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Consider natural-looking false lashes (not overly long)
Wearing glasses doesn’t limit your style—it makes you unique. Your eyes have depth, power, and character. At Foriu, we’re ready to help you enhance them beautifully.
You choose the event… we’ll make sure you shine.