topic Re: Let's Talk Eyeshadows in Beauty

Let's Talk Eyeshadows

Katcat1 — Sun, 19 Jul 2020 03:33:29 GMT

I seldom wear eye shadow but when I do, I want a really good eye shadow that does not flake or smear. Rate from 1 to 10. Ten (10) being the best.

My favorites: Bobbi Brown - 10

Laura Mercier - 10

I was interested in Urban Decay but I have no idea how this shadow is rated Let us know your favorites and rate individually rate each.

I should have added Stila. Their shimmer shadows were the best years ago. I don't know about now but when I purchased, they were a 10.

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ECBG — Sat, 18 Jul 2020 22:03:40 GMT

I have no flaking during the day, but I wear Too Face Eyeshadow Insurance (deep set eyes), I use the foam applicators and tap them off. My colors are deep and true, not so without the eyeshadow base.

I wear Revlon.

You might want to ask @Shanus since she does makeup for clients.

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Shanus — Sat, 18 Jul 2020 23:40:55 GMT

@Katcat1 wrote:
I seldom wear eye shadow but when I do, I want a really good eye shadow that does not flake or smear. Rate from 1 to 10. Ten (10) being the best.

My favorites: Bobbi Brown - 10
Laura Mercier - 10

I was interested in Urban Decay but I have no idea how this shadow is rated Let us know your favorites and rate individually rate each.

@Katcat1 There's usually some flaking with most powder shadows, more so w/ shimmers and sparkles. UD palettes only have a few mattes and the rest are high shimmer. Fallout is inevitable. Since you already like BB and LM, why not try their top rated waterproof eye shadow sticks? No fallout and no shadow base necessary. You can always apply a powder shadow on top. If you've already done your other makeup, just hold a folded tissue under your eye.

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SurferWife — Sat, 18 Jul 2020 23:45:26 GMT

I hope this is not too much off topic, but what are some of your favorite eyelid primers? I've really only tried UD & like it but I would like to explore others. Thoughts?

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Mellie32 — Sun, 19 Jul 2020 00:06:47 GMT

I really like the Milani palettes, especially the all matte one. I think Urban Decay has gone way down on the list of beauty brands since they first launched their Naked palettes. I also really, really like the Sydney Grace and Viseart shadows.

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Oshare-girl — Sun, 19 Jul 2020 00:17:16 GMT

I haven't purchased an Urban Decay eyeshadow in a few years, but it used to be my favorite formula. Really pigmented and smooth, not dry or chalky. But I can't say if it's still like that. That was a 10 for me.

Laura Mercier shadows are nice as well, but more of an 8 for me, because they weren't as pigmented as the UD ones. Also, the shimmer shades are more subdued than the UD ones. Depends on your preference.

The most current shadows I have are the Pat McGrath mini palette that is all shimmer. Those are a 10 for me. Nice pigment and nice shine.

Viseart matte shadows are also nice, a 9 for me. I had fallout from the shimmers so I don't like those.

I'd be interested in hearing about drugstore shadows. I haven't purchased any since the old Wet N Wild formula.

I've tried the UD Primer Potion in original and anti-aging formulas. I also tried the Milani Eyeshadow Primer. The Milani one is a thinner consistency but works well. I like the slightly thicker consistency of the UDPP, but I don't like that they added a doe foot to the packaging. The squeeze tube with the narrow tip was just perfect. Less chance for contamination.

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Memebell — Sun, 19 Jul 2020 01:15:42 GMT

I use and like Urban Decay. Not flaky and lays down smooth and great color payoff.

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bargainsgirl — Sun, 19 Jul 2020 01:21:33 GMT

My all time favorites are Bare Minerals in the little pots. They go on so smoothly and last all day. Subtle colors too.

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Mellyg — Sun, 19 Jul 2020 01:25:27 GMT

I've used UD in the past; for me, they were a 7-8. I didn't necessarily have a complaint, but they did wear off quickly. I have (and continue to use) the UD primer. I started using Tarte Amazonian clay eyeshadows. I love them because they stay put (all day) and bled easily.

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lianne — Sun, 19 Jul 2020 01:42:50 GMT

Urban Decay and MAC eyeshadows are great quality, don't flake and blend very well

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LilLadyNJ — Sun, 19 Jul 2020 02:06:38 GMT

@SurferWife wrote:
I hope this is not too much off topic, but what are some of your favorite eyelid primers? I've really only tried UD & like it but I would like to explore others. Thoughts?

Too faced shadow insurance works great for me. I have the oilest eye lids and it holds my shadow in place for about 8 hours or so. A good alternative is the Nars eye primer.

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FranandZoe — Sun, 19 Jul 2020 12:11:41 GMT

Bobbi Brown is my number 1 along with Mally. I wouldn't wear anything else.

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ALRATIBA — Sun, 19 Jul 2020 12:18:21 GMT

I’ve mentioned before - I only wear a smokey dark gray/taupe. I accidentally discovered this color when I crushed all my shadow mistakes into powder and mixed them together . I have enough to last me the rest of my life.

Generally I just dip my finger in the powder and apply.
Ppl

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Regal Bee — Sun, 19 Jul 2020 13:24:15 GMT

Urban Decay and Too Faced are my favorites but I have lots of eyeshadows....just love them. The ones I mentioned blend well and do not flake.

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Lally — Sun, 19 Jul 2020 22:05:42 GMT

Currently, my favorites are Gallany (Persuade), Eve Pearl, and Anastasia. I keep looking for medium-toned matte purples and greens that don't sheer out. Those shades work best with my blue/green eye color.

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joviolin — Sun, 19 Jul 2020 22:34:44 GMT

I am a sucker for eyeshadow palettes and lean towards shades of peach, gold, and copper. My current "10s" are Kylie Royal Peach Palette and Too Faced Gingerbread Spice and Gingerbread Extra Spicy. The colors are beautiful and highly pigmented. Since I have green eyes, I am always searching for the perfect purple palette, but have not yet found my HG one.

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Shanus — Sun, 19 Jul 2020 23:31:59 GMT

@SurferWife wrote:
I hope this is not too much off topic, but what are some of your favorite eyelid primers? I've really only tried UD & like it but I would like to explore others. Thoughts?

@SurferWife I'm not sure if this question was for me, but I usually use either LM Cavier Stick in a light neutral shade or one from BB. Since they're waterproof, they're oil free and don't crease. I don't have to set them w/ any powder before a colored shadow.

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Shanus — Sun, 19 Jul 2020 23:33:32 GMT

@Mellie32 wrote:
I really like the Milani palettes, especially the all matte one. I think Urban Decay has gone way down on the list of beauty brands since they first launched their Naked palettes. I also really, really like the Sydney Grace and Viseart shadows.

@Mellie32 The Viseart Paris Edit is one of my favorite cool toned palette.

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SurferWife — Sun, 19 Jul 2020 23:45:32 GMT

@LilLadyNJ wrote:
@SurferWife wrote:
I hope this is not too much off topic, but what are some of your favorite eyelid primers? I've really only tried UD & like it but I would like to explore others. Thoughts?

Too faced shadow insurance works great for me. I have the oilest eye lids and it holds my shadow in place for about 8 hours or so. A good alternative is the Nars eye primer.

@LilLadyNJ

I have that one on my wish list! I may try it since I already love Too Faced foundation & it's my current #1 favorite.

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wvumountiefan — Mon, 20 Jul 2020 00:30:47 GMT

I have found my favorite eyeshadow primer and it’s the P.Louise Eyeshadow Base in #2. It’s takes care of any discoloration and keeps my eyeshadow in place.

My Top 10 eyeshadows are from Makeup Geek, Colourpop, Natasha Denona, ELF, and MAC. I have the TF Born this Way palette and it’s good, not a 10.

The P.Louise Eye Base is the key for my shadows to last. I also like the one from Milani, but it doesn’t cover the discoloration on my eyelids.