We’ll start off with this romantic look from Lulu’s. Dubbed the “halo,” this style can be used for day and nighttime events!

2. Nude

Covergirl helps us create a chic and subtle “nude” smokey eye. This is one we should all have in our back pockets and able to recreate at home.

3. Intense

Over at Become Gorgeous, you’ll find a complete tutorial for creating an intense smokey eye. If you want something bolder, this is the one to look for!

4. Everyday

If you’re looking for an everyday smokey eye look then you’ll want to hop on over to Wonder Forest. This tutorial is so easy to follow too!

5. Black

Go bold with this black smokey eye from Indian Vanity Case. If you’re not afraid of a bit of drama, take a peek!

6. Green

Makeup Geek featured this gorgeous look on their site and we fell in love. Smokey eyes can have a bit of color and we’re crazy for green!

7. Natural

Of course if you’re looking for a more natural smokey eye, you can visit Indulgy. We found this pictorial and immediately had to try it out!

8. Mapped

Over at Cosmo, you’ll find an easy map to follow and create the most perfect smokey eye around. Hop over and visit now!

9. Navy & Purple

Create a smokey eye with the help of two colors. More shows us how the two shades come together to create magic.

10. Bronze

Missy Sue gives us something special too. Bronze can come into play too and help you create something sexy and romantic for date night.

11. Spring

Gloss will help you make something both smokey and a bit unique too. Introduce yourself to the spring smokey eye for something a bit lighter.

12. Golden

Create something with a bit of fairy-tale essence with Lulu’s help. Golden looks great on so many eye colors including brown and green!

13. Dark

Wonder Forest helps us out again with this darker look. Check out the tutorial and start experimenting tonight!

14. Daytime

Keiko Lynn always has some great beauty tutorials and this one is no exception. Check out her take on a daytime smokey eye!

15. Espresso

If you want something more subdued, check out Violet Grey. You’ll find a tutorial for an espresso shade that we’re swooning for.

16. Mastered

Allow Elle to help you master the smokey eye in some super simple steps. Follow along with the pictures!

17. Purple

And if you want to visit Cosmo again, you’ll find this tutorial too. Add a bit of purple and show off some of your fun personality.

18. Fall

Heading into fall – or any new season – you’ll want to find a classic, go-to look. Check out Lulu’s for this simple, smokey eye tutorial that’s fit for anyone!

19. Simple

Visit Keiko Lynn for some insight on this simple, smokey look. We love how romantic and soft this one is.

20. Sultry

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Ever wondered how Egyptians lined their eyes? Or what women in India and the Middle East use to get that perfect, smudgy black eyeliner? The answer is kohl.

Even with the many jet-black eyeliners on the market, it’s hard to let go of kohl. It’s more than just makeup, people; we feel a spiritual connection with kohl that liquid and gel just can’t give us. For us, kohl symbolizes more than just perfect-looking eye makeup, it symbolizes the history of makeup.

Today, our featured makeup tutorial will teach you how to do the ultimate smokey eye using kohl. While this smokey eye is more rock and roll than sophisticated chic, it’s a fun look we’re sure you’ll love trying.

Step 1

First mix your kohl powder with castor oil. After doing this, use a thick stick as an applicator and apply on your waterline the same way you would apply normal eyeliner.

Also apply it on the upper lash line and inner waterline.

Pro Tip: If your kohl mixture feels dry, slowly add water until it’s a consistency you can work with.

Step 2

If you’re having a hard time getting the perfect lines, use an eyeliner brush for application.

Step 3

Thicken the line with an eyeshadow brush.

Step 4

If you want more color in your smokey eyes, use a modern kohl powder and apply with an eyeshadow brush.

Step 5

Use the traditional kohl as your mascara and apply on the roots of the upper eyelashes. There’s no need to apply this on the bottom.

Step 6

Finish off with modern mascara to get those lashes looking full and thick.

Smoking.

As Lisa Eldridge said, “The love affair with kohl will never end.”

Watch the full tutorial below and let the master’s voice soothe you.

If this was your first time trying a kohl smokey eye, what did you think? Let us know on Facebook and show us your best smokey eye on Instagram with the hashtag #SmokingForMT! We want to see those looks, ladies.

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