By Diva Dressing 
Twiggy, the British supermodel of the 1960s, revolutionized the beauty world with her signature bold eye makeup. Her mod-inspired look, characterized by dramatic lashes, graphic eyeliner, and wide, doll-like eyes, became one of the most iconic makeup trends of the era. Decades later, Twiggy’s eye makeup remains timeless and continues to inspire makeup artists and enthusiasts alike.
Prep Your Canvas: Flawless Skin as a Base
Before diving into Twiggy’s bold eye makeup, it’s essential to create a smooth and even base. In the 1960s, makeup focused on clear, matte skin that allowed the eyes to really pop.
Steps to Prep:
Cleanse and Moisturize: Start by thoroughly cleansing your skin and applying a lightweight moisturizer to create a hydrated base.
Apply a Primer: Use a mattifying primer to minimize shine and smooth out your skin, ensuring your makeup lasts all day.
Foundation and Concealer: Apply a medium-coverage foundation and concealer to even out your complexion, focusing on areas like under the eyes. Finish by setting your makeup with a light dusting of translucent powder.
Get Twiggy’s Signature Eye Shape with White Eyeshadow
Twiggy’s eye makeup often featured a white or pale eyeshadow on the lids to open up the eyes and create a wide, doll-like effect.
Steps to Achieve the Look:
Apply White or Cream Eyeshadow: Use a flat brush to apply a matte white or light beige eyeshadow all over your eyelids. Start from the lash line and blend upward towards the brow bone. This creates a bright, clean canvas for the bold eyeliner and lashes to come.
Highlight the Brow Bone: For an extra touch of 60s flair, add a subtle shimmer or pearl shadow to the brow bone to make the eyes look even larger and more lifted.
Dramatic Top and Bottom Lashes: Layer on the Mascara
Twiggy’s iconic lashes are one of the most recognizable parts of her makeup. She famously emphasized both her top and bottom lashes, creating a wide-eyed, doll-like appearance.
Steps to Achieve the Look:
Apply Multiple Coats of Mascara: Use a volumizing mascara and apply 2-3 coats to your top lashes, focusing on building volume at the roots. Wiggle the brush as you move upward to create a thick, separated lash look.
Don’t Forget the Bottom Lashes: Twiggy’s look emphasized the lower lashes just as much as the top. Apply mascara generously to the bottom lashes, carefully coating each one. You want them to look as full and separated as possible.
False Lashes for Extra Drama
To truly capture Twiggy’s bold look, false lashes are a must. False lashes add intensity to the eyes, making them the focal point of the makeup.
Steps to Achieve the Look:
Apply False Lashes: Choose a pair of false lashes with a lot of volume and length. Apply the glue to the band and wait for it to become tacky before carefully placing the lashes as close to your lash line as possible.
Use Individual Lashes for the Bottom Lashes: For an authentic Twiggy look, apply individual false lashes to the lower lash line. Space them evenly to create the illusion of larger, separated lashes.
Finish with a Classic Nude Lip and Defined Brows
Twiggy’s eye makeup is the star of the show, so the rest of her look is kept simple and polished. Pair her iconic eyes with a nude lip and well-defined brows to complete the look.
Steps to Finish:
Brows: Define your brows using a brow pencil or powder. Keep them natural but well-groomed, as Twiggy’s brows were kept simple to let her eyes shine.
Lips: Apply a nude or pale pink lipstick for a subtle finish. Opt for a matte or slightly glossy texture to complement the retro vibe of the overall look.
