How to Create a Teal Eye Makeup Look

Looking to try something new with your eye makeup look? We know just the thing! Trendier than ever and also easy to create at home, a teal eye makeup look is perfect for spring and summertime. Here, we’re sharing two teal makeup ideas, plus a step-by-step guide on how to get each look for yourself. Bonus: We’re also giving you the scoop on all of our best teal eye makeup options—including eyeliner and eye shadow—for experimenting on your own.

TEAL EYE MAKEUP LOOK #1: TEAL CAT EYE

This eye makeup look takes the traditional wing-tipped look a step further by adding two different teal eyeliner shades, one stacked on top of the other. Whether you want to channel your inner mermaid or you just want to rock a new makeup look for the night out, here’s how to do it.

What you’ll need:

Eye shadow primer

Small eyeshadow brush

L'Oréal Paris Infallible 24HR Eye Shadow in Endless Pearl

L'Oréal Paris Infallible Paints Eyeliner in Wild Green

L'Oréal Paris Infallible Paints Eyeliner in Intrepid Teal

L'Oréal Paris Unlimited Lash Lifting and Lengthening Washable Mascara in Blackest Black

Get the look by following these simple steps:

Step 1: prime your eyes

Priming is always the first step when it comes to teal eye makeup since you undoubtedly want your look to last. Prime your upper eyelid with a thin layer of eye shadow primer before you really get started.

Step 2: apply a neutral base shade

Using a small eye shadow brush, apply an even layer of a nude eye shadow over your entire lid. Applying a base shade like this one will help your teal eyeliner really pop.

Step 3: apply your first eyeliner

Using your darker teal eyeliner, apply a thin layer onto your upper lash line, extending it outward to create a wing. Wait about 30 seconds before moving to the next step, this will help prevent any smearing.

Step 4: apply your second eyeliner

Next, use your lighter teal eyeliner to draw a thin line directly on top of the green line you just made. Extend this line outward too, adding a small wing.

Step 5: layer on mascara

Lastly, apply a few coats of black mascara.

TEAL EYE MAKEUP LOOK #2: TWO-TONED TEAL EYE SHADOW

We love a two-toned eye makeup look, and even more so when it incorporates gorgeous teal shades. Using a two-toned eye shadow technique can provide just enough definition without looking overdone.

What you’ll need:

Eye shadow primer

Small eye shadow brush

Tapered eye shadow brush

L'Oréal Paris Colour Riche Pocket Palette Eye Shadow in Avant Garde Azure

L'Oréal Paris Infallible Pro-Last Waterproof, Up to 24HR Pencil Eyeliner in Nude

L'Oréal Paris Infallible The Super Slim Liquid Eyeliner in Black

Get the look by following these simple steps:

Step 1: prime your eyes

You know the drill here: Apply a light layer of eye shadow primer to help your teal makeup look stay in place all day (or night) long.

Step 2: Brighten your inner corners

Using a small eye shadow brush, apply the lightest teal shade from your palette on the inner corners of your upper eyelids. Extend the color about halfway across your eyelid, then move on to the next step.

Step 3: Apply your dark shadow

Next, swirl your eye shadow brush into the darker teal shadow and apply it to the outer half of your eyelid. Then, grab your tapered eye shadow brush and apply the same shade along your lower lash line.

Step 4: Add highlights

Using the nude eyeliner pencil, highlight around your tear duct and underneath your brow bone. You can use a cotton swab or the pad of your finger to gently blend out the liner.

Step 5: Apply eyeliner

Next, apply a thin line of black liquid eyeliner on your upper lash line only.

Step 6: Top it off with mascara

Finish off your teal eye makeup look with a few coats of black mascara and you’re all set!

MORE OF OUR BEST TEAL EYE MAKEUP PRODUCTS

If neither of these teal makeup looks strike your fancy, or you’d just rather mix and match and experiment on your own, here are more of our best teal eye makeup products.

L'Oréal Paris Infallible 24 Eye Shadow in Endless Sea: This teal shadow, which is packed with shimmer, is perfect for upping your summer eye makeup game.

L'Oréal Paris Colour Riche Monos Eyeshadow in Teal Couture: Teal doesn’t have to be super bright. We also love deeper teal shadows. Try smudging this one along your lower lash liner for an extra pretty look.

L'Oréal Paris Infallible Pro-Last Waterproof, Up to 24HR Pencil Eyeliner in True Teal: Are you loyal to pencil eyeliner? This waterproof eyeliner comes in a gorg teal shade and can be used to easily line your upper or lower lash lines—or even your waterline.

Does your teal eye makeup have you feeling like a magical mermaid, just as you had hoped? In keeping with that theme, here are 3 Mermaid Lip Looks to Rock All Summer Long.