These 10 Christmas eye tricks make hooded eyes look brighter instantly

To make your hooded eyes look brighter, strategically place shimmer eyeshadow only on the center of your eyelid and the inner corner of your eyes. This technique draws light to the center of your lids, making them appear larger and more luminous. Use a small brush to apply a champagne or gold shimmer onto these areas, and blend softly with your finger for a seamless finish.

Tightlining involves applying eyeliner to the upper waterline to make your eyelashes appear fuller without obvious liner. Use a waterproof black or dark brown pencil to gently line the upper waterline, focusing on the space between your lashes. This subtle technique defines your eyes without taking up lid space, which is perfect for hooded eyes.

Curl your lashes using an eyelash curler to instantly make your eyes appear more open. Hold the curler at the base of your lashes for about 10 seconds before moving to the tips. Follow up with a volumizing and lengthening mascara, wiggling the wand from root to tip. For maximum impact, apply two coats and use a lash comb to fan out the lashes, ensuring they don't clump together.

For a subtle yet glamorous look, apply false lashes only to the outer corners of your eyes. This technique, known as the 'foxy eye' look, elongates the eyes and gives a lifted appearance. Choose lightweight, natural-looking corner lashes and use a small amount of lash glue to secure them in place. This will create a festive and flirty eye look perfect for the holiday season.

Finish your eye look by highlighting the brow bone and temple area. Use a champagne or soft gold highlighter and apply it under the arch of your brow and blend it towards the temple. This adds a subtle lift and draws attention to your eyes. The added glow gives a festive touch to your makeup, ensuring your eyes remain the focal point of your holiday look.