MASSIVE Shadow Primer Review!
Hey everyone! It's been a long time coming! But I'm finally reviewing not one-- but 5 different eyeshadow primers! This was a tough review to do. I considered factors like staying power and the vibrancy that it added to my eyeshadow. In this online synopsis of my video review, I'm trying to keep it brief and easy to understand (sometimes it's just easier to read something than listen to it) but I'm also including information on pricing and packaging. Please be aware- I do not have oily lids. My eyelids stay relatively dry. My comments in this review pertain to how well these primers worked for me. I hope you'll find something you're interested in trying!
(RANKINGS BELOW ARE LISTED FROM WORST TO BEST)
(left to right: L'oreal De-Crease, Bee Luscious Shadow Magnet, ELF Mineral Eyeshadow Primer, Mary Kay Signature Eye Primer, Too Faced Shadow Insurance)
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(same sequence applies to these swatches of Cover Girl's Forever Fig eyeshdaow)
(RANKINGS BELOW ARE LISTED FROM WORST TO BEST)♥
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#5 L'oreal De-Crease
- COST: $7 (approx)
- WHERE TO BUY: drugstore
- PACKAGING: short-handled wand applicator
- CONSISTENCY: creamy, turns dry
- STAYING POWER: overall good, but occasional creasing
- SHADOW INTENSITY: does not effortlessly make shadows appear more intense
#4 Bee Luscious Shadow Magnet in Light
- COST: $17
- WHERE TO BUY: http://www.beeroyalproducts.com/
- PACKAGING: shallow tub
- CONSISTENCY: very tacky
- STAYING POWER: for best results, must use extremely thin layer. Creasing still possible
- SHADOW INTENSITY: grabs the shadow, excellent intensity
#3 ELF Mineral Eyeshadow Primer
- COST: $3
- WHERE TO BUY: http://www.eyeslipsface.com/
- PACKAGING: long-handled wand applicator
- CONSISTENCY: feels silky, leaves behind the slightest bit of tacky feel
- STAYING POWER: has proven staying power even in sweat-enducing conditions
- SHADOW INTENSITY: average, must build up the shadow somewhat
#2 Mary Kay Signature Eye Primer
- COST: $12
- WHERE TO BUY: http://www.marykay.com/ (to shop with a consultant)
- PACKAGING: squeeze tube
- CONSISTENCY: smooth, moderate tacky feel left behind on lid
- STAYING POWER: good staying power, creasing is very rare
- SHADOW INTENSITY: provides excellent shadow intensity
#1 Too Faced Shadow Insurance
- COST: $17
- WHERE TO BUY: http://www.sephora.com/
- PACKAGING: squeeze tube
- CONSISTENCY: creamy & leaves behind a silky yet slightly moisturizing feel on lids
- STAYING POWER: hands down- the best. Can withstand challenging conditions. (this swatch was the most difficult to wash off)
- SHADOW INTENSITY: without being extremely tacky, makes shadows appear true to their appearance in packaging. Provides impressive finish to even the cheapest shadow.
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♥ Emily's Journal ♥
It's been awhile since my last journal entry! The last time I blogged I just didn't have the time :( Just so you know, I didn't forget about Question of the Week- I just wanted to coordinate this blog post with my youtube video, so I'll do QOTW tomorrow :) I am super pumped about this week. Why, you ask? Because I only work 3 days! Don't get me wrong, I love my job. I enjoy the people I work with, and I love anchoring. But when you have to get up at 1:30 a.m. to start your work day, you savor a day off. This week I have Thursday & Friday off and Tyler and I are going to fit in some fun stuff during those days and into the weekend. I really don't remember the last time I had 4 days off in a row. You can bet I"ll be getting lots of super awesome tutorials done during that time! :D :D In other news... I did a story at a winery/vineyard today. They were doing their first grape crushing of the season so that was exciting! Southern Illinois has many different vineyards and I haven't been disappointed by a single one that I've visited- either for recreation or for news stories. I'm sort of jumping all over the place, but this past weekend I got some glasses! They're cute! I posted a pic on one of my recent twitter updates so feel free to check that out- http://twitter.com/emilynoel83 . I'm thinking about wearing them for the news tomorrow... but I'm a little scared. Never worn glasses on the news before! BLACKBERRY TOUR UPDATE: still LOVING IT!!! Will post a video with me & Tyler comparing our different Blackberries once I learn a little more. there's a lot to know, you know! :D Have a great day everyone!
♥ Emily
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