Olympic gold medalist Alysa Liu, fresh off her dazzling 2026 competitions, pulls back the curtain on her can’t-miss smokey eyeliner that amps up her ice-princess fierceness. The 20-year-old figure skater nailed this competition-ready glam in a viral 10-minute Allure tutorial, proving you don’t need a glam squad for that sharp, lifted-eye magic. “I use a ton—it’s all about definition,” she says, blending athletic precision with effortless edge.
Her no-fuss routine skips primer or concealer, diving straight into a creamy black eyeliner-eyeshadow multi-stick. Liu pats it thick along the upper lash line, lifting her lid for control, then drags it down the lower waterline for intensity. “It’s tricky, so clean up with your finger,” she advises, smudging outward into a gradient haze—no muddy mess here. Black powder eyeshadow follows via fluffy brush, buffing from lash line to crease for seamless smoke, keeping the outer corners darkest to avoid a raccoon vibe.
Pro tips from Liu: Work fast for competitions (she’s mastered it sans fake lashes now), blend aggressively with fingertips for lived-in softness, and highlight inner corners post-smudge for pop. Pair with tubing mascara (her fave for sweat-proof hold), subtle brow carve, and glossy lips—Rare Beauty’s her go-to. No tree-like lash overload; one coat max keeps it fresh-faced.
Fans obsess over this “gold medal glam,” recreating it from Teen Vogue covers to red carpets. Liu’s hack suits busy mornings or stage-ready drama, blending urban edge with her Cali-cool roots. From jawline contour to cosmic sparkle, it’s versatile—dark smokey for night, softer browns by day. Why it slays? That winged lift elongates eyes, channeling power without trying. Liu’s secret: Bold application, finger-blend forgiveness, and zero perfection pressure. Get her look; own the ice (or the room).
