If you’re a makeup enthusiast you probably already know about eyeshadow primers and actively use them in your makeup routine. If you don’t use them, I’m here to explain why you’re missing out!
I started using primers on my eyes a few years ago and now I can’t imagine my makeup routine without them.
For those of you who aren’t familiar with them, eyeshadow primers act as a base for your eyeshadows. They make your eyeshadow last longer and appear more vibrant. People use all kinds of different products as a base but here are a few of the well-known ones….
One popular primer is Urban Decay’s Primer Potion, which is what I use everyday. It comes in different formulas and works the best, in my opinion. A little goes a long way and lasts all day.
Original Eyeshadow Primer Urban Decay’s # 1 best-selling product in a NEW easy-to-squeeze tube! Apply before your eyeshadow for more vibrant CREASE-FREE color that lasts for 24+ hours. |
Another well-known primer is the Too Faced Shadow Insurance. I haven’t used this one but I’ve heard it works great.
Shadow Insurance – Anti-Crease Eyeshadow Primer With Too Faced Shadow Insurance you can rest easy knowing your eye shadow will never crease flake or fade. |
Another option is to use something like Benefit’s Stay Don’t Stray which can be used under eyeshadows or under concealer. It’s a thicker formula than the primer potion and costs more but serves more than one purpose.
Stay Don’t Stray Stay Don’t Stray by Benefit Cosmetics is the stay-put primer for concealers & eyeshadows |
A cheaper alternative is to use something like the NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil as a base. It’s like a crayon and comes in many colors. Make sure to apply a thin layer though, otherwise it will make your eyeshadow crease.
Jumbo Eye Pencil NYX Top Selling Jumbo Eye Pencil features a creamy, non-crease formula that glides on smoothly and can be used as both an eye shadow and an eye liner. |
Hopefully if you’ve never used a primer for your shadows you find this post helpful and consider trying one. You’ll notice a difference immediately and wonder why you never used one before!
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