How To Make Your Eyes Look Brighter: 8 Ways
January 2, 2025 ⢠8:46 PM
When your eyes look bright and radiant, it can be a huge confidence booster. While thereâs no way to naturally change your eye color from a darker hue to a brighter one, you can use everything from healthy habits to simple makeup tips to brighten your appearance.
Here are eight ways to make your eyes look brighter with help from eye makeup, hydration, rest, and more.
1. Stay Hydrated for Bright Eyes
When you donât get enough fluids, the whites of your eyes can start to look a little dull and lifeless. If you want to give them some shimmer, make sure to drink plenty of water.
We recommend drinking water rather than sipping soda, coffee, or other caffeinated drinks. Too much caffeine can make you dependent on the stimulant, which can, in turn, leave you feeling tired. That leads us to our next tip.
2. Get Rest To Avoid Puffiness
When your eyes are tired and puffy, they wonât look as bright and shiny as they usually do. You can avoid puffiness in your eye area by catching some Zzzs.
Getting enough sleep isnât always easy, but itâs worth it â even if it means skipping the next episode of that show that youâre hooked on. You wonât regret investing more time into a healthy sleep schedule.
3. Choose the Right Glasses
The right pair of glasses can really make your eyes pop. Your choice of frames will depend on your eye color, skin tone, and personal style. Thankfully, youâll find plenty of options for every eye color â from blue eyes to green eyes â at Pair.
If youâre not sure what color and style works best with your undertones, we recommend using our virtual try-on feature. With this handy tool, you can test out a pair before you buy and ensure itâs the perfect fit for you.
4. Prioritize Eye Health
Taking care of your eyes is the best way to keep them looking and feeling their best, and sticking with a consistent eye exam schedule is one of the simplest eye care routines.
Going to an eye doctor for a yearly (or twice-a-year) checkup can help prevent the onset of conditions that can hurt your eyes and affect their appearance, including glaucoma and cataracts.
During an eye appointment, your eye doctor will screen for the early signs of these conditions, giving you the best possible chance of catching them in their early stages and preventing their progression.
5. Use Makeup Hacks
You donât have to be a professional makeup artist for this one. In fact, some clever makeup tricks can make your eyes look more vibrant than ever.
For example, using nude eyeliner can increase the perceived size of your eyes. Adding some highlighter to the inner corners of your eyes can create an even more dramatic and contrasted makeup look.
Choose an eyeliner based on your eye color â white eyeliner is especially suited for brown eyes or hazel eyes. Additionally, eyeshadow and mascara can help you achieve brighter eyes.
6. Focus on Skincare
If you neglect your skin, you can end up with issues like dark circles and dryness, which dull the appearance of your eyes. If you donât have a skincare routine already, now is the perfect time to start. Go for a simple, straightforward regimen to start â one that includes a gentle cleanser, serum, and a little moisturizer.
Try to stick to a consistent skincare routine so that youâll notice any improvements in your complexion. Cleanse morning and night and apply moisturizer when your skin is dry. Additionally, you can use specialized products made with vitamin E on the sensitive skin around your eyes to give it a boost of antioxidants.
7. Prioritize Sun Protection
UV rays can hurt your skin and eyes, and the sun can make you look dull and aged. Hyperpigmentation (dark spots) is one of the most common effects of sun exposure and a major contributor to dark eyes. To avoid hyperpigmentation around your eye area, use an SPF-rated eye cream and sunscreen on your face.
In addition, a pair of polarized sunglasses can protect your eyes while letting you level up your look. Polarized lenses look fantastic and filter out glare-causing horizontal light, making it easier to see in the sun without removing your shades.
At Pair, you can get polarized Sun Tops for your Base Frames, instantly turning your specs into shades. Keep a pair of these Sun Tops with you any time you head out to protect your eyes from the sun.
8. Eat Healthy
When you eat a nutritious diet, you might see a noticeable difference in the vibrance of your skin and eyes â not to mention your overall wellness.
Eating plenty of omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants like vitamins A, C, and E can be especially helpful for eye health. Whole foods like fruits, vegetables, and whole grains are generally the best way to get these nutrients.
Keep Your Eyes Looking Their Best
If you arenât thrilled with how your eyes look, donât let it get you down. Everything from a new pair of glasses to an overhauled makeup routine can make a big difference, supporting your confidence and transforming the appearance of your eyes.
Give these tips a try and see how they work for you, and donât forget to check out other expert advice here on the Pair blog.
Sources:
Get Enough Sleep | Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion
Ultraviolet (UV) Radiation: What It Is & Its Effect on Your Skin | Cleveland Clinic
Vitamins C and E: Beneficial effects from a mechanistic perspective | PMC