When creating a dramatic smoky eye look, the last step is to

• A. use a gel liner to define the upper lash line
• B. apply two or three coats of mascara with a disposable wand
• C. blend the shadow with a fluffy brush
• D. finish with false eyelashes

Answer: (B)

The finishing touch in a dramatic smoky eye is mascara on a disposable wand. After you’ve defined the lash line and built up the smoky shadow, coating the lashes pulls the whole look together. Mascara darkens, lengthens, and separates the lashes so the eye reads as one cohesive smoky band from lash line outward. The disposable wand matters for hygiene and control—you can apply small amounts precisely, avoiding unwanted transfer or clumping as you fine‑tune the finish.

Defining with gel liner and blending the shadow come earlier in the process to create that crisp boundary and seamless gradient, while false lashes are an optional extra for more drama. When the last step is mascara, you ensure the eyes have a polished, unified finish.