• Heavy, smoky eye shadow is the key element in a punk makeup look.punk fashion model image by Randy McKown from Fotolia.com
  
  For individuals who prefer a bold, non-conformist style, punk fashion may be the ideal fit. Borne out of the punk rock movement of the 1970s, punk style is almost theatrical, marked by torn clothing, outrageous hairstyles like the Mohawk and bold, bright makeup. While it may not be practical to completely follow the punk style on a daily basis, you can play up your eyes with punk makeup techniques for an evening out.
  
  

Keep Foundation Matte

• Start with a flawless complexion to create a perfect canvas for your punk makeup look. Choose a foundation that offers light to medium coverage and provides a matte finish. An oil-free formula is good for minimizing shine.Use a lightweight concealer beneath the eyes to diminish the appearance of dark circles if they are an issue. Finish off your base with a dusting of translucent powder to absorb excess oil and maintain a matte look to your skin throughout the day.
  
  

Create a Smoky Eye Look

• The star of most punk makeup looks is the eye makeup. A smoky look with blended and smudged shadow is the usual choice for punk makeup, but you do not have to use only black or dark grays. Bright, bold colors work as well. Richer colors like emerald greens, royal blues and deep purples are good choices, as are fluorescent shades like yellow, orange and pink. Colors may be matte or shimmery depending on your preference, but the key to application is to blend the colors so they transition into one another seamlessly. Choose a mascara in either a rich black or bold, or a bright color such as blue or purple to complement the shadow.
  
  

Use a Heavy Hand with Eyeliner

• Another trademark of the punk makeup look is thick, heavy eyeliner. Black is the shade used most often but dark grays and blues may work as well. Liquid formulas offer a bolder look, but pencil liners are easier to smudge, which contributes to the messy punk look. Both the upper and lower lash lines should be lined. Lining the inner rim of the lower eyelid creates an even stronger look.
  
  

Try Bright Lips

• There are two ways to go with lip color for a punk lip. Opt for a pale or sheer lip gloss in a nude or pink color if you want your eyes to receive all of the focus. Choose a bold color for the lips for a more extreme punk look. Blood red shades work well, as do purples and bright pinks. Use a dark lip liner to contrast with the lip color for an even stronger lip look.
  
  

Go for Natural Cheeks

• As with lips, there are two ways to handle the cheeks in a punk makeup look. Go with minimal blush or a natural looking shade that does not add too much color to the face if you want to keep the focus on your eyes. Choose a bright pink shade and place it along the cheek bones in a stripe that mimics the 1980s punk look if you are feeling bold.