Eye Makeup Worth Purchasing - Eyeshadow Edition
Looking For The Best Eyeshadow To Make Applying Your Eye Makeup Easy?
Let’s enhance your eyes with the most flattering colours and formula
It is not unusual for a makeup lesson request to come in wanting to learn how to apply eye makeup, it is something I see time and time again so I want to help you find the best eyeshadow products for you.
When it comes to eye makeup it is not just about the application using the right brushes but it also about the formula, the layering, and the most suitable formula for you.
You may not have time to do an elaborate eye for a daytime look, you could be time restraint or may not have the desire to do so. That’s OK because I have some great recommendations if that is you.
If you are looking for a versatile eyeshadow palette where you can create a simple day look but have the options to change it to a more “going out” look there are some great options available so we can still keep your makeup bag nice and compact and not overwhelming with too much choice!
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Cream eyeshadows are a great choice if you are looking for a quick eye look, not only are you going to save time you will be able to create a simple look that enhances the eyes without feeling overwhelmed with product placement.
My top recommendations for cream eyeshadow are;
Available in matte & shimmer finishes
Benefits;
Liquid formula
Crease-proof
Waterproof
Longwearing
Mid-budget
Available in matte & shimmer finishes
Benefits;
Creamy formula
Smudge-proof
Transfer-proof
Long-wearing
Low-budget
Shimmer finishes
Benefits;
Crease-proof
Smudge-proof
Long-wearing
Low-budget
Shimmer one end, matte other end
Benefits;
Complimentary paired shades
Crease-proof
Smudge-proof
Long-wearing
High-budget
Available in shimmer and matte finishes
Benefits;
Hydrating ingredients
Crease-proof
Waterproof
Long-wearing
High-budget
When it comes to the application of cream eyeshadows you can sweep them on the lid and either blend out the edges with your finger or a brush, completely your preference. With the formulas they will dry down quickly so do not let them sit on the lid for too long as they will be difficult to blend.
If you are already using powder eyeshadows, or your feeling a little more adventurous, powder palettes are a great investment especially if you want the ability to create multiple different looks.
My advice would be to always invest in your powder formulas as you need the quality in the powder to help with blending and longevity.
My top recommendations for powder eyeshadow palettes are;
Available in light, medium, medium-deep and dark palette versions
Benefits;
Three matte tones
Three complimentary shimmer tones
Take your look from day to night
Highly-pigmented
Blendable & buildable
Long-wearing
Neutral matte shades
Benefits;
Highly-pigmented
Blendable & buildable
Buttery-soft textures
Too Faced Born This Way The Natural Nudes - (Click to purchase)
Available in matte & shimmer co-ordinating shades
Benefits;
Richly-pigmented
Buildable buttery formula
Easy to blend
Intense shimmers
Fenty Beauty Snap Shadows Mix & Match Eye Shadow Palette Peach - (Click to purchase)
Available in matte & shimmer co-ordinating shades
Benefits;
Easily blendable
Highly pigmented
DIOR Backstage Eye Palette 002 - (Click to purchase)
Available in matte & shimmer finishes
Benefits;
Easily blendable
Highly pigmented
Long-wearing
There are many eyeshadow options available to buy but the above selection is a round up of products I have used and are currently in my professional kit.
To me a more compact palette of eyeshadow powders can feel less overwhelming but it also gives you the opportunity to use the shadows over and over again without feeling you are not utilising the whole palette.
If you are wondering which eyeshadow brushes would be the best to use these are my professional recommendations. The brushes are made to a high standard and wash incredibly well, do not fall apart after a few uses and can be shaped back perfectly.
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