First start with a washed, clean face. Start with a slightly lighter concealer under the eyes to cover the bags and random dark spots. Then apply a small amount of SLIGHTLY darker tinted moisturizer to my cheeks and forehead, gently massage it in with either a brush or damp sponge. Third, I LIVE by this eyeshadow palette!!! It may be small, but it does WONDERS for lighter/golden brownish eyes and makes them pop. Finish with a quick lash curl and mascara and done!