Makeup 411-Eye Shadow base!

Okay so, here's the 411 on eyeshadow base, why it's used and how it helps..

Eyeshadow base is used to prime your eyes pre eyeshadow, why you ask?


1. helps your shadow look richer in color

2. keeps your shadow stay in place longer, even up to all day!


3.prevents your shadow from creasing (greasy lid syndrome.. ladies you so know what I'm talking about).

4.since your shadow now looks richer in color, you actually use less product (eyeshadow).

Here is a list of the eyeshadow Bases/Primers I use or have used (not all at once of course!):


1. Urban Decay Primer Potion-Love Love Love this one. It feels greasy when you put it on but it dries instantly and guess what, no grease!!

2. Too Faced Shadow Insurance- This base is A LOT like the Urban Decay one. I find almost no difference in them besides the packaging.. So of course I LOVE IT!

3.L'Oreal Decrease-This one is also great it looks like a concealer in color and actually lightens your lids. This product is definitely a decreaser..


4.Lancome Eyeshadow base-similar to #3 in color but not as loose in consistency (it's in a jar not tube hence the thickness) Super great product.

5.MAC Cream Color Base-very creamy, leaves a greasy like consistency, note:if your lids are ultra greasy, this product is not for you. however for those of you looking for something to make your shadow pop and don't have the greasy lid syndrome, Go For It!!


6.L'Oreal HIP liner Eyeshadow cream paint-Super great product can be worn as a shadow, liner or as a base. Even comes with a small brush which is great!

7.MAC Fluid Line-Yes this is eyeliner in a jar but can also be used as a base for really bright and/or (I prefer) dark shadows. just make sure you blend this stuff fast. it's dries in seconds!

8.Benefit Creaseless Cream Shadow/Liner-The is supposed to be a cream shadow/liner but it's also great as a base. I think it's also true to it's name. I have yet to see any creasing. I have it on today :)

9.Makeup Forever Flash Color-I've also used the white one as a base. Just beware, this stuff is super creamy if an excessive amount is applied you'll be creasing all over the place! But it really is a nice addition, it makes your shadows pop!

And of course, there's nothing like good ol' concealer on the lids as a base. I've also done this when i have forgotten my base... not a good feeling.. thank goodness for concealer! Just also be careful of to much of it since it is creamy it will crease!

Hope this info helped!

XOXO
Mel