What is it about my eyes that makes them look so 'dead'? (Photo)

March 19, 2018
Asked By:freiheit in Chicago, Illinois

I'm only 26, but I've always gotten comments that my eyes are sleepy, tired, not lively. I do have nice facial features and big, blue eyes, but they have a rather 'dead' (for lack of a better word) look about them unless I'm constantly raising my brows. I do have some natural hooding- the fold of my eye extends below my outer corner so I can't apply winged liner. What are some options for getting a brighter, happier look?

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March 21, 2018

Answer: Tired look

March 21, 2018

Answer: Tired look

March 21, 2018

Answer: "Tired" eyes

March 21, 2018

Answer: "Tired" eyes

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