Tag Archives: Eyeshadow

Nars Stud and Etrusque

2 of my favourite eyeshadows along with my favorite eyeshadow primer. If you can’t get your eyeshadow to stay on, then try a primer for grip. This NYX Eyeshadow primer really grips eyeshadow once it dries down but I’m sad … Continue reading

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My Holy Grail of Primers

I first tried Urban Decay’s Primer Potion (eye shadow primer) when I was at the airport. I figured that if it could hold up for an 8 hour flight, then it would be good for everyday too. Well it didn’t … Continue reading

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Dior Eye Reviver Palette 001 Illuminating Neutrals

Here’s a blast from the past this morning – Dior no longer has these eye palettes and has redone it’s Backstage Pro collection but this palette was classically great. This spring, Dior released its own version of the neutral eyeshadow … Continue reading

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Old Dior Designer Palette

This is the palette I’ve been using for the past few weeks even though we are staying home because of Covid 19.  I’m finding that it’s still healthy for me to get ready every day, so I’m using what I … Continue reading

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Catrice Cosmetics Self-Made Bae Palette

It’s a great time to get good at doing makeup, and I’m loving playing with some of the colours in this new Self-Made Bae Palette by Catrice Cosmetics. I love that it’s a nice blend of shimmer and matte shades … Continue reading

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Dior 5 Couleurs Designer Eyeshadow Palette

This is palette 508, Nude Pink Design. I first picked it up because of the gorgeous shimmer shade.  It’s clear, but just shimmer.  There’s no base colour, but just very fine pink glitter that looks good on a bare lid … Continue reading

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Nars St. Paul De Vence Eyeshadow Duo

I got this eyeshadow duo from Nars years ago and it’s still one of my favourite colour combos. The nectarine colour on the left is great for brightening up the eye area, and the deeper shade works well in the … Continue reading

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Hourglass Modernist Eyeshadow Palette

Found this old Hourglass eyeshadow palette from 2015 and not sure if I should keep it or give it away. I haven’t used it in 5 years! Do you hold on to old makeup?

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From the Archives: MAC MetalX

The highlights from the MAC MetalX line were the cream shadows. These shadows have the texture of mousse and provide intense colour, only the way a MAC product can. What I love about the shadow is that a little goes … Continue reading

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Beautycounter Velvet Eyeshadow Palette

Alright, it’s time to get out your Christmas list and put down an eyeshadow palette on it – because although you might have a few kicking around in your makeup drawer, you might not have one that’s as buttery smooth … Continue reading

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