Beauty trends, you've gotta love 'em. One day we're focused on all things neutral and barely there, while the next we can't keep our eyes (and hands) off of anything that shimmers in even the slightest holographic way. Today, we're focusing on the 2018 beauty trend no one saw coming: the return of heavy black eye makeup.
Where subtle washes of matte and shimmer color have dominated for what feels like years, the heavy black eye makeup look of the 90s is finally back to say hello. Think ultra-thick wing tips and graphic eyeliner applications, as well as heavy washes of matte and metallic shadow. Worn on the upper and lower lids, this trend first walked back into the beauty world on the catwalk and, as always, it was only a matter of time before it popped up on the lids of everyday gals strolling the sidewalk.
Think you might want to get in on the grungy trend? To help you darken your likely light eye makeup collection, here are 18 of our favorite black eyeliners, eyeshadows and mascaras to nail the look.
Looking to really accentuate your lashes? This brand new mascara from Benefit Cosmetics is designed to create massive volume and definition for your most flutter-worthy lashes yet. Its custom wand is streamlined to reach every corner of your lashes to ensure 360° coverage.
No brushes? No problem. With this creamy, matte, multi-use eye pencil, you can achieve lined lids, allover color or a modern grunge under eye to perfectly embrace the heavy black lid look of 2018.
Not quite ready to rock fully saturated black lids? Why not try a shard line of ultra-dark eyeliner then? With this liner's unique tip that won't fray like typical felt-tip liners, you'll be able to easily master a cat eye in one simple stroke.
If you love the idea of a runway-inspired black lid, this velvety soft matte shadow deserves a spot on your vanity. Designed to sweep on decadent, opaque color, you'll be surprised at just how easy it is to blend for a beautiful, crease-free end look.
