Everything you need to get perfect eyes for winter

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By Emine Ali Rushton

 

We\'ve had both eyes on the latest developments with a view to serving up the most covetable selection of eye cosmetics and skin solutions to winter-weary peepers. But it\'s not all serious skincare - with so many glorious colours and hot hues out for autumn/winter 08/9, we\'ve also been experimenting with the fun stuff. From magic eyeliners to mineral shadows, this is your insider guide to autumn\'s eyes.

Eye shades

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Lovely and light, easily blendable, and in beautiful shades, these new mini pots of finely-milled powder are a pleasure to use. They can also be used with a damp brush for a potent punch of colour, or dry, to give a shimmering wash of colour. Practically perfect.


The Body Shop Nature\'s Minerals Eye Colour, £9, thebodyshop.co.uk

Lash-tastic

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Great for girls with big eyes and wide lids, these curlers are far wider than your average brand, and ensure that no lashes are pinched off or split during the curling process. They\'re also long-lasting and come with a replacement rubber cartridge - in other words, one purchase will see you and your eyes through for years to come.

Suqqu Eyelash Curler, £12, Selfridges

Metallic eyes

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There\'s something cosseting about creamy eyeshadows - particularly in winter when lids can be left drier than normal. This fab formula, in a host of shades from natural to dramatic, can be dabbed on with a little finger or painted on with a brush. Once applied, it sets to a smudge-proof finish that maintains its colour and texture all day long.

Laura Mercier Metallic Crème Eye Colour, £18, spacenk.co.uk

Pop art

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A palette that features six electro-shock colours, this kit guarantees maximum eye impact. For those who are sick of being wallflowers, or simply want to brighten up a grey day, the palette also comes with foolproof instructions on how to achieve a whole host of looks. It\'s like having a packet of Starburst in your beauty bag!



 POP Lid Neon Palette, £15, popbeauty.co.uk

Bright eyes

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If caking colour and messy lids is your biggest nightmare, you\'ll thank your lucky stars for this new piece of kit. Smooth on to even out skin tone with a flattering golden glow - thanks to the light reflecting pearl powder - before painting on your powder or shadow. The formula then locks the colour in place, while the built-in multivitamin complex also helps to fight free radicals and keeps eyes flirty and fresh all day long. Genius.

Pixi Lustrous Eye Primer, £18

Liquid liner

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A clear, colourless liquid, simply swipe the wand across your favourite eyeshadow, et voila! you have turned it into a liquid eyeliner. Use with a simple black powder eyeshadow to get classic cat\'s eyes, or vivid blues, greens or purples, to give eyes some disco-worthy drama. Perfect for recreating the season\'s ‘pop art\' eyes.

Eyeko Magic Liquid Eyeliner, £3.49, eyeko.com

Organic saviour

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Given the number of capillaries surrounding the eye area, it makes sense that many women would feel happier to use natural formulas over manmade, chemical ones. This organic and natural antioxidant rich formula perks up eyes in an instant, while also addressing dark circles, bags and puffiness. The smell is also a pleasure - perking up the mood as much as it illuminates the eyes.



  Nude Advanced Eye Complex, £62

Magic mascara

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This plush mascara can more than justify the price tag. The nourishing, cosseting and botanical-rich formula creates real, extreme length and volume with a keratin-like formula that creates a false lash effect. In other words, it creates the sort of fluffy, flirty Bardot lashes that are never go out of fashion. Available in black, soft brown, purple and navy blue - blue-eyed girls look gorgeous in navy, and brown-eyes girls suit purple. 

By Terry Mascara Blackstar, £23, spacenk.com

Flirty!

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Frivolous, fun and very flirty, this new collection of falsies run the gamut from natural to diva-glam. With eight sets to choose from, including WOW WOW (thick, black slanted lashes for real drama) and CUTIE PIE (subtle, long black lashes to give a feminine flirty look), there\'s something for everyone. We recommend picking up a pair sharpish, and getting some practice in before the Christmas party season. Wink wink.


B Never Too Busy To Be Beautiful Blinkers False Lashes, £12, bnevertoobusytobebeautiful.com

Sparkly eyes

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With a slim, precision applicator and a bevy of beautiful hues - Coming in Le Freak (turquoise), Night Fever (navy blue), Hustle (metallic purple), Dancing Queen (fuchsia), Rock Chick (black) and Retro Chic (bronze) - there is a sparkling wand to match your mood. The unfussy packaging and streamlined stick also make smooth lines child\'s play - without descending into face-painting territory.

 

Collection 2000 Glam Crystal Dazzling Gel Liners, £2.99, Boots.com


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