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Question re shimmer eyeshadow

JudyL — Thu, 22 Jul 2021 18:01:31 GMT

Seems my eyes don't like shimmers much. They seem to get irritated and water. Think its the fallout when I'm applying it. Been applying with my finger. They also seem to disappear on my eyelids pretty fast - doesn't matter whether its TARTE or ND or any other brand.

I do use an eye primer and have a base shadow on so I'm not putting them on bare eyelids so to speak.

Do you think maybe dampening finger/brush with water would help? I did see Allie Glines put shimmer on her eyeshadow brush then lightly spray it with setting spray. Wonder if that would help?

Thoughts? Don't want to not be able to use all my pretty new shimmers!

Re: Question re shimmer eyeshadow

RainyDayGal — Thu, 22 Jul 2021 18:08:34 GMT

Shimmer or glitter? I love shimmer and I don't have any fallout. Glitter definitely has fallout and I won't wear it. I bought a beautiful eye shadow and didn't realize it was more glitter than shimmer and of course cannot wear it because it ends up all over my face.

Good luck in your search for an answer. I use younique eyelid primer and I swear it's like glue for your shadows. Your shadow will not come off, even if you sleep in it.

Re: Question re shimmer eyeshadow

Trinity11 — Thu, 22 Jul 2021 18:10:44 GMT

@JudyL wrote:
Seems my eyes don't like shimmers much. They seem to get irritated and water. Think its the fallout when I'm applying it. Been applying with my finger. They also seem to disappear on my eyelids pretty fast - doesn't matter whether its TARTE or ND or any other brand.

I do use an eye primer and have a base shadow on so I'm not putting them on bare eyelids so to speak.

Do you think maybe dampening finger/brush with water would help? I did see Allie Glines put shimmer on her eyeshadow brush then lightly spray it with setting spray. Wonder if that would help?

Thoughts? Don't want to not be able to use all my pretty new shimmers!

Like an artist's brushes, I find the result is dependent upon the tools used. I use Bobbi Brown brushes now after having tried some less expensive brushes..house brand at Sephora. World of difference!

Re: Question re shimmer eyeshadow

Mistreatedbycs — Thu, 22 Jul 2021 18:13:44 GMT

Why are you using your finger to apply?

Your finger can't catch all the shadow and you are probably putting more in your eye than on your lid.

I would suggest a foam applicator for shimmer vs a brush. The foam will absorb the shadow and let you apply equally on the lid.

p,s, I used to use my fingers for my entire face, then I have makeup sponges and a good set of brushes...you can't believe the difference it makes with proper tools for the proper job.

Ever paint a bedroom or livingroom, buy a cheap paint brush and you get a cheap paint brush look on your walls, same with your face. Buy a good set of brushes, they'll last you a long time as long as you take care of them and you'll be happy with the results.

Re: Question re shimmer eyeshadow

decaf — Thu, 22 Jul 2021 18:47:12 GMT

@JudyL The more shimmer and glitter in an e/s, the more irritating it is, especially for middle age and older eyes. It's usually due to the increased amount of mica. Using your finger should be ok. Or try spraying your brush with setting spray and finishwith a spritz of spray on your closed eyes when you're done. Which brand and palette is causing this?

Tarte is.definitely not the safe and mild brand they make it out to be, it has lots of bad ingredients. Or you might be allergic to the mica or another ingredient in that shadow. I have allergies to many eyeshadows so I know how bad that feels, let us know

if you find a solution. Be well.

Re: Question re shimmer eyeshadow

JudyL — Thu, 22 Jul 2021 18:48:03 GMT

@Mistreatedbycs and @Trinity11 - I use good quality brushes already. Thanks for the suggestions though. I've heard many time on beauty videos and here to apply shimmer with your finger so its not a new technique.

Re: Question re shimmer eyeshadow

Trinity11 — Thu, 22 Jul 2021 18:51:22 GMT

@JudyL wrote:
@Mistreatedbycs and @Trinity11 - I use good quality brushes already. Thanks for the suggestions though. I've heard many time on beauty videos and here to apply shimmer with your finger so its not a new technique.

@JudyL You aren't having luck with using your finger, so I suggested a brush. The only influencer I watch is Andrea Ali. She uses brushes...

Re: Question re shimmer eyeshadow

JudyL — Thu, 22 Jul 2021 18:52:32 GMT

@decaf - it doesn't seem to matter the brand of eyeshadow palette - it happened with TARTE and Natasha Denona. The shimmers don't look glittery to me. I'll try moistening a brush and applying that way to see if it helps. If not, oh well, at least the palettes I have, have lots of mattes so it won't be a loss if I can't use the shimmers. Just kind of sad though.

Re: Question re shimmer eyeshadow

JudyL — Thu, 22 Jul 2021 18:54:47 GMT

@Trinity11 - it was a good suggestion and I appreciate it. Will definitely try it.

Re: Question re shimmer eyeshadow

JeanLouiseFinch — Thu, 22 Jul 2021 18:57:45 GMT

@JudyL Try a flat brush and pat/press it across your lid rather than swiping.

Re: Question re shimmer eyeshadow

JudyL — Thu, 22 Jul 2021 19:01:45 GMT

Ok, think I have a flat brush - as opposed to a fluffy one - somewhere in my brush stash. Will look for it and try that and do the pat and press method. Ugh, I'm not giving up on the shimmers just yet! LOL

Re: Question re shimmer eyeshadow

decaf — Thu, 22 Jul 2021 19:07:06 GMT

@JudyL wrote:
@decaf - it doesn't seem to matter the brand of eyeshadow palette - it happened with TARTE and Natasha Denona. The shimmers don't look glittery to me. I'll try moistening a brush and applying that way to see if it helps. If not, oh well, at least the palettes I have, have lots of mattes so it won't be a loss if I can't use the shimmers. Just kind of sad though.

@JudyL Shimmers are usually pretty subtle. Do they actually have large 'chunks' of glitter in the pan? Those should definitely show on the eyelid

Re: Question re shimmer eyeshadow

JudyL — Thu, 22 Jul 2021 19:36:48 GMT

@decaf wrote:
@JudyL wrote:
@decaf - it doesn't seem to matter the brand of eyeshadow palette - it happened with TARTE and Natasha Denona. The shimmers don't look glittery to me. I'll try moistening a brush and applying that way to see if it helps. If not, oh well, at least the palettes I have, have lots of mattes so it won't be a loss if I can't use the shimmers. Just kind of sad though.
@JudyL Shimmers are usually pretty subtle. Do they actually have large 'chunks' of glitter in the pan? Those should definitely show on the eyelid

@decaf They are definitely shimmers - no big "chunks" of anything in them.

Re: Question re shimmer eyeshadow

ECBG — Thu, 22 Jul 2021 21:02:34 GMT

@JudyL

My eyes are very deep set. I use this primer. Your issue may be anything on your lids before the primer goes on.

To keep from having fallout, I use the little foam eyeshadow brushes.

Two Faced Eyeshadow Primer

Re: Question re shimmer eyeshadow

Shanus — Fri, 23 Jul 2021 00:01:17 GMT

@JudyL wrote:
Seems my eyes don't like shimmers much. They seem to get irritated and water. Think its the fallout when I'm applying it. Been applying with my finger. They also seem to disappear on my eyelids pretty fast - doesn't matter whether its TARTE or ND or any other brand.

I do use an eye primer and have a base shadow on so I'm not putting them on bare eyelids so to speak.

Do you think maybe dampening finger/brush with water would help? I did see Allie Glines put shimmer on her eyeshadow brush then lightly spray it with setting spray. Wonder if that would help?

Thoughts? Don't want to not be able to use all my pretty new shimmers!

@JudyL If you're eyes are getting irritated or water, the last thing you want on your brush or eyes is a setting spray. Have you tried placing the shimmer shadow in a patting motion directly after the primer dries...no setting shadow? Shimmers are difficult to swipe on...patting on better. A flat shadow brush is helpful.

Re: Question re shimmer eyeshadow

Dusty1 — Fri, 23 Jul 2021 02:11:32 GMT

@JudyL 1. Have you tried a different primer? You may just not have the one that works for you.

2. Definitely try the flatter brush & try patting the shadow on, but I don't feel like you should get that much fallout from Tarte (I love their shadows! I don't have any ND.), so you may want to try another primer or a cream shadow that will have more of a sticky base.

3. I love cream shadow sticks (Laura Mercier, Nudestix, Bobbi Brown, etc). You get a beautiful shimmer shadow with none of the fallout. I don't use primer under mine. I apply those sticks to my lid & crease & blend them up & soften the edges with my Mac #252 brush & I can be done. Liner & mascara. Or I can add powder shadows to get a different look.

4. Good luck. I hope you find something that works for you.

Re: Question re shimmer eyeshadow

decaf — Fri, 23 Jul 2021 03:49:35 GMT

@monicakm wrote:
@decaf

I hope you ladies aren't putting glitter on your eyelids It WILL sooner or later end up in your eye. It can just be an irritant or it can scratch your cornea

@monicakm No glitter for me.! My eyes are sooo sensitive, allergic to most common e/s chemicals, there's hardly any mattes I can wear. Lol.

Re: Question re shimmer eyeshadow

Kabella — Fri, 23 Jul 2021 10:07:13 GMT

@JudyL I agree with the others that patting on with a flat brush just might work for you. Make sure you tap off excess shadow fallout before applying. I have always patted on the shimmers on my lids. Some shimmers have more fallout than others.