

It can be layered for custom saturation and it’s highly blendable. Powder eye shadow is a good choice foreveryone.

When deciding between cream or powder eye shadow, consider your needs. These shadows can have a lustrous finish that can range from satiny to shimmery. Pro tip: For longer-lasting colour, first prep eyes with a primer.Ĭream eye shadow works great with drier skin, as it applies smoothly with a fingertip or shadow brush and may be hydrating. Our powder eye shadows come in a rainbow of colours with multiple finishes, including shimmer, matte and glitter. Ideal for everyone, a powder formula can be layered for custom saturation and is highly blendable.
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Next, decide what brushes - if any - that you'd like to use.ĭeciding between cream or powder eye shadow? Consider both your desired look and skin type.

To extend wear and create a smooth canvas, start with an eye primer, such as M∙A∙C Prep + Prime 24-Hour Extend Eye Base. There are multiple ways to apply eye shadow and the basic steps to apply eye shadow can be completed in minutes. For a soft, diffused look, smudge shadow on with your fingertip and blend with a clean, fluffy shadow brush. If you want to create a tight line, use a stiff liner brush with a cream shadow. Next, decide what brushes - if any - that you'd like to use.įluffy shadow brushes can be used to apply a wash of colour on the lids or in the creases, while stiffer angled brushes create sharper angles and lines. First, create a smooth canvas for longer-lasting colour by prepping lids with eye primers, such as Prep + Prime 24-Hour Extend Eye Base. The basic steps to applying eye shadow can be completed in minutes. For a saturated look, use a wet brush with powder shadow or pigment. M∙A∙C eye shadows are buildable and easy to layer, and they can be applied with fingers or a shadow brush. Shimmer eye shadow can be combined with matte and glitter formulas to create a multifaceted makeup look. Matte eye shadow is universally flattering and can be used to create eye looks ranging from subtle to dramatic. Shimmer formulas have a lustrous, pearlescent finish, while glitter shadows are bold and sparkly. M∙A∙C has several different types of eye shadow finishes, including shimmer, matte and glitter eye shadow in a wide range of hues and shades. For a more saturated look, use a wet brush with powder shadow or loose pigment. Matte eye shadow is universally flattering and can be used to create looks ranging from subtle to dramatic.īlend shimmer Eye Shadow with matte and glitter formulas for a multifaceted makeup look. Shimmer formulas have a lustrous, pearlescent finish, while glitter shadows are sparkly and more dramatic. Different types of eye shadow finishes include shimmer, matte and glitter in an array of shades.
