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Eye Tips

Q-tips® cotton swabs and Q-tips® Precision Tips™ cotton swabs are must-have items for many makeup artists - blending eye shadows, applying gently, and disposing easily. Check out the tips below for some beauty inspiration!

  • tip-thumb-p-tips-eye-80x80 For Longer Lasting Mascara
    To dramatize eyes and keep mascara lasting all night long, apply extra coats of mascara. First apply one coat of mascara, then dip a Q-tips® cotton swab or Q-tips® Precision Tips™ cotton swab in translucent powder and sweep over lashes. Finally, cover with a second coat of mascara.
  • tip-thumb-p-tips-eye-creases-80x80 The Ultimate Smokey Eye Look
    To achieve a quick smokey eye, draw a thick line close to your lash line using your eyeliner and smudge upwards with a Q-tips® cotton swab or Q-tips® Precision Tips™ cotton swab to create a “smokey” effect.
  • tip-thumb-q-tips-eye-shadow-1-80x80 Disposable Eye Shadow Brushes
    Q-tips® cotton swabs and Q-tips® Precision Tips™ cotton swabs are great for eye shadow application because they are disposable, so you can use a new one for each shadow color.  No need to worry about washing brushes while layering colors…they are a cleaner alternative!
  • tip-thumb-q-tips-under-eye-80x80 Dab Three Dots to Hide Under Eye Circles
    Hide under eye circles by using one end of a Q-tips® cotton swab or Q-tips® Precision Tips™ cotton swab to dab on three dots of concealer. Use the other end to blend for a seamless finish.
  • tip-thumb-p-tips-eye-creases-80x80 A Quick Fix for Eye Shadow Creases
    Smooth eye shadow creases on the lids with Q-tips® cotton swabs or Q-tips® Precision Tips™ cotton swabs.
  • tip-thumb-q-tips-eye-lashes-80x80 Apply Fake Lashes
    Use Q-tips® Precision Tips™ cotton swabs or Q-tips® cotton swabs to help apply fake lashes! Start by applying a dab of lash adhesive to the tip. Keep the tip close to the lash line and use it to guide the application of the faux lash strip.
  • tip-thumb-p-tips-eyebrow-80x80 Control Crazy Eyebrows
    Control unruly brows by applying a small amount of Vaseline® petroleum jelly using Q-tips® cotton swabs.
  • tip-thumb-q-tips-eye-shadow-3-80x80 Day to Night Glamour in Shades of Gray
    To instantly take your look from daytime to date night use Q-tips® cotton swabs and a small eye shadow compact with shades of gray.  Use one to layer and blend multiple hues for a softer, updated version of the "smokey eye."
  • tip-thumb-q-eyelashes2-tips-80x80 Master Your Lashes
    Use the middle part of a Q-tips® cotton swab to curl your lashes after applying your mascara, while the lash is still a little wet.
  • tip-thumb-q-eyebright-tips-80x80 Make Eyes Brighter
    To instantly brighten your eyes, add a dab of a light shimmer to the inner corners with Q-tips® Precision TipsTM!
  • tip-thumb-q-cosemetic-tips-80x80 How to Keep your Cosmetics Bag as Pretty as Your Makeup
    Leave a few Q-tips® cotton swabs at the bottom of your bag to collect shadow and powder that ends up in the corners and on the bottom. You'll notice a major difference!
  • tip-thumb-q-define-tips-80x80 Define your eyes
    Use a Q-tips® Precision TipTM to shadow your eyelid along the "outer V". You'll increase the dimension of your look and create the illusion of a larger eye.