There are a wide range of products that are priced to fit any budget. Glitter primers typically range from about $7. 00 - $20. 00, and can be purchased at the cosmetic counter at your local department store or at a drugstore. If you don’t have eyelid primer, you can use another type of base, like an eye cream, concealer, or cream eyeshadow. [2] X Expert Source Frankie SandersonMakeup Artist & Stylist Expert Interview. April 14, 2020.

The glitter will adhere everywhere the primer is applied, so make sure you only put the primer where you want the glitter to be. If the primer is for use with regular eyeshadow, then put it on before you apply your other eye makeup.

Sprinkling the glitter onto another surface allows you to mix glitter colors together to create custom shades, and also gives you better control so you don’t get too much glitter on your brush.

Dab on extra layers until you reach the desired look.

You can use other types of tape or sticky items like labels to remove the glitter fallout, but be careful not to use anything too tacky (like duct tape) because it can ruin your makeup and even damage your skin. If you only have super sticky tape, press the strip of tape against your hand a few times to remove some of the tackiness before using it on your face. [7] X Research source If you don’t have any tape, then just apply a heavy layer of loose powder to your undereye area before you apply your eye makeup, and then use a fluffy brush to sweep away any glitter that falls onto this area.

Do not apply these products on top of eyeshadow because it will smear. Use them when you are applying glitter only. Make sure that you check the ingredients of any lip balm you decide to use on your eye area. Some of them contain salicylic acid, which is an eye irritant. Don’t apply this type of lip balm to your eyelids.

Wait about 30 seconds to allow the glue to become tacky before dabbing on the glitter. If the glue is too wet, it can get messy; once the glue dries a little, it is much easier to work with. [10] X Research source

Because eyeshadow cream isn’t super sticky, start with a thin layer of glitter and add more layers until you get the desired look. [12] X Research source For a more blended look, dab a small amount of eye cream onto a cotton swab, then dip the cotton swab in the glitter and apply it to your eyelid. [13] X Research source