Eyeshadow base - why do you need a base, how to use it

What is an eye shadow base?

Eyeshadow foundation or eye primer is an indispensable beauty product. It makes makeup truly lasting and expressive. Features a special formula. At the same time, it facilitates easier blending of dry and cream products. And increases the degree of their color rendition. However, simplifying make-up is not the only function of the primer.

Eyeshadow base is the basic component of makeup. It must be applied to the skin of the eyelids before applying decorative cosmetics. It is usually a translucent substance with a liquid consistency.

Sold in three types:

• In liquid form;
• In the form of a cream;
• In the form of a gel.

It is this makeup base that will add brightness to the shadows. At the same time, it will not allow them to roll off. And your makeup will remain in its original form for the whole day. Interestingly, it does not have to be corrected or repainted.

Basic knowledge: testing eye shadow primers

Almost all makeup artists mention using an eyeshadow base as the main makeup hack. The base is quickly applied, economically used, prolongs the life of eyeshadow and makes it brighter and more pigmented. Bases are more sticky and satin, colored and transparent, leveling and shining; They can not only be used for their intended purpose, but also applied without shadows, just to even out the eyelid. BeautyHack special correspondent Moore Soboleva considers different options.

from left to right: Clarins, Bobbi Brown, Smashbox, Urban Decay, NYX, Inglot, NARS

And we test them with the help of shadows - Urban Decay Moondust glitter in the shade Skywalk.

from left to right: shadows without base, shadows with Clarins, Bobbi Brown, Smashbox, Urban Decay, NYX, Inglot, NARS bases

And more details about each participant:

Instant Light Eye Perfecting Base, shade 00, Clarins

Clarins has had a primer for eyelid makeup for a very long time, but a couple of years ago the brand repackaged it and redesigned the formula. The updated base itself is colored - it has a shade of quite noticeable concealer with a pink undertone, despite the universal shade 00. If you apply it alone without shadows as a leveler, the color will be quite noticeable and can contrast with the rest of your makeup, so I would use it is for its intended purpose only. The base is not very sticky, but the glitter sticks well.

Long-Wear Eye Base, Light to Medium, Bobbi Brown

Another color base, available in four shades. Unlike Clarins, the Bobbi Brown primer in Light to Medium blends completely even with pale skin. It feels quite silicone to the touch and smoothes the eyelid well. The shadows fall on it more transparently than on many others, but they fade evenly and do not fall off. Long-Wear Eye Base is applied with a convenient sponge and is used very economically.

Photo Finish Lid Primer, White, Smashbox

Smashbox are the creators of the super hit 24 Hour Photo Finish Shadow Primer (a clear sticky base that really keeps shadows looking pristine). This year, the brand also released colored eyeshadow bases for different makeup and skin colors. Bases come in five shades, but only three are available in Russia: white, black and the nude shade Light. White is truly white and brings out brights and neon shades fantastically - if you love colored makeup, this would be an exceptionally useful item to have in your arsenal.

Eyeshadow Primer Potion, Original, Urban Decay

One of the brand's main bestsellers was previously released in an ornate bottle reminiscent of an oriental vase, but fans of the brand informed its creators that there was too much product left in such a tube, and cutting it, to put it mildly, was inconvenient. Now the packaging is convenient for both those who like to squeeze out the product and those who use a sponge - and is as economical as possible. The primer itself is available in four versions (including the beautiful shining Sin, which is pleasant to use as a stand-alone shadow), but the main hit remains the transparent Original - it holds shadows (working especially well in pandan with UD, of course) and is absolutely universal.

HD High Definition Eye Shadow Base, NYX

The crazy shades of a big youth brand require a primer - and despite the fact that this base cannot be called a hit of the brand, it is very good. The product has a slightly pinkish color, which blends into the skin after a few seconds, and a fairly sticky texture - it allows you to hold glitter and crumbling shadows, but if you start applying makeup when the base has not yet “settled”, the shadows can be difficult to shade. However, the NYX base prolongs the longevity of the shadows considerably, so this is a good (and quite budget-friendly!) option, especially for trying out a primer and understanding whether you even need such a product.

Eye Shadow Keeper, Inglot

The base in a tube costs more than twice as much as the classic Inglot primer in a jar, but the small bottle contains as much as 10 ml of product - taking into account the cost-effectiveness of this base, it will last approximately a lifetime. Keeper does not have a sponge or dispenser - it needs to be squeezed out of the tube, but this is quite convenient, because the texture of the product is dense and you can dispense very little. The product itself is transparent and forms a thin silicone film, onto which the shadows are perfectly applied and shaded. The shadows stay on perfectly - even large glitters do not fall off.

Pro-Prime Smudge Proof Eyeshadow Base, NARS

One of NARS's top bestsellers, a mega-popular eyeshadow base that American bloggers adore. It is moderately sticky (it will hold the glitter) and at the same time a comfortable base on which shadows of any texture behave well. Over time, the makeup on Pro-Prime Smudge Proof Eyeshadow Base fades slightly, but remains neat and does not crease. The base itself is transparent and is well suited for visually smoothing the skin of the eyelids.

Main functions of the primer

• Effectively disguises wrinkles. It's no secret that the skin of the eyelids is especially delicate and sensitive. In addition, it is prone to premature photoaging. Primer base works delicately. At the same time, it forms a protective weightless film. It evens out the relief and smoothes the surface.

• Hides signs of fatigue. The modern rhythm of life with frequent lack of sleep and overwork has a negative impact on the condition of the eyes. The foundation allows you to disguise light bruises. It gives the face a fresh and rested look.
• Eyelid foundation is not a skin care product. But they often contain various moisturizing and nutrients. They are the ones who carefully care for the delicate skin of the eyelid. Ideally protecting it from pigments of decorative cosmetics.
• Normalizes the functioning of the sebaceous glands. The mattifying effect prevents premature pilling and oxidation.
• Enhances color rendering. The situation is familiar: you bought a palette with bright contrasting shades. Everything seems to be perfect, but in reality it only slightly highlights the look. Does it provide virtually no coverage? Even using cheap shadows with an unknown composition will not harm the skin of the eyelids. If it's pre-applied with a good base coat. Purchasing a high-quality eyelid foundation will allow you to save on the purchase of expensive decorative eye cosmetics. And even the most inexpensive shadows will look high-quality and bright thanks to the base.

Shadow fruit base is a unique product

Do not be mistaken that face makeup base and eye shadow base are the same product, just labeled differently. These are two completely different means. The skin on the eyelids is much thinner and more sensitive than on the face. It is much drier and subject to whiter aging faster. Eyelid foundation is made by manufacturers taking into account these skin characteristics. Therefore, a high-quality, professional foundation for eyelids is responsible for solving the following tasks:

1. Protect thin, sensitive eyelid skin;
2. Smooth and nourish the skin;
3. Simplify the application of decorative cosmetics;
4. Ensure makeup lasts all day long;
5. Remove excess shine.

For each skin type, you need to purchase the appropriate eyelid foundation. For dry skin, a cream base is most suitable. For those with oily skin, it is better to opt for a gel base with a water base. For other girls, a light liquid eyeshadow foundation is suitable.

Eyelid primer: the need for choice

A primer is, as you know, a base for makeup, a base containing a certain percentage of pigment or completely colorless, designed to ensure the durability of makeup. Eyelid primer is a stand-alone product that performs the same functions, but is used exclusively for eye makeup. This raises a question (quite logical, by the way): why not use a simple primer for these purposes?

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Functions of eye primer

Perhaps no one will argue that high-quality, professional makeup begins with a high-quality, correctly selected base - it is also called a foundation or primer. Basic cosmetics help hide minor skin imperfections: black and white comedones, enlarged pores, wrinkles, oily sheen, the consequences of an unsuccessful tan, blemishes and acne scars. Under the base layer, the skin looks healthier and its color is noticeably improved. It is high-quality basic cosmetics that allow models and celebrities to look chic on magazine covers and in music videos. Well, an eyelid primer provides the same functions - but only in a narrowly limited area. Perhaps this is the only reason why it has not gained such popularity and is not as in demand as a makeup base.

There are primers (bases) not only for facial skin, but also separate ones for eyelids and lips and even eyelashes. The lip base helps the lipstick lie more evenly on the lips and prevents it from spreading, getting into creases and rolling. An eyeshadow primer prevents eyeshadow from creasing and allows for better blending. The base for eyelashes makes them thicker, longer, and also allows mascara to lie more evenly. And all these bases cannot be called interchangeable: a face base cannot replace an eyelid primer or a lip base, or vice versa.

In some cases, eyelid primers containing light, light pigments can serve as base (lightest) shadows, which, as we remember, must be applied on top, directly under the eyebrows. So the statement that eyelid primer is the basis for the stability of eye makeup will not be too loud. Moreover, according to professional makeup artists and stylists, this product ensures almost 100 percent success of any eye makeup! For example, the top 10 most exciting eye makeups of the season from the New York Fashion Week show are “held” by eyelid primers. So if you choose a quality eyelid primer, then it doesn’t matter so much what kind of shadow you use and how much of it you apply: it will still stay in place all day and won’t mark the arch under your eyebrows that surrounds your upper eyelid. And here we come close to the question of who exactly needs an eyelid primer in the first place...

Who needs an eyeshadow primer?

First of all, this product will be needed by women with eyelid features such as freckles, folds and those with so-called transparent eyelids: a high-quality primer will “hold” the shadows longer, ensure their even application and, accordingly, mask all the imperfections in this area. Well, for those who have such a structural feature of the eyelid, when its moving part is almost invisible (this is not called a “overhanging” eyelid, as many mistakenly call it, but a “closed” eyelid), eyelid primers can safely be called a key item in cosmetic bag (and almost the only chance to see eyeshadow on yourself that hasn’t smeared haphazardly in the evening before makeup removal).

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However, some make-up artists claim that this is a universal product that every girl from 16 to 66 years old needs. According to them, eyelid primer is the No. 1 way to avoid smudged eye makeup, which suits all girls, regardless of eye structure. So when deciding whether you need an eyelid primer, think about it this way: It's easier for you to spend an extra 10 seconds in the morning priming the area above your eyes than it is to spend an extra five minutes every couple of hours removing crumbled eye shadow and smudged liner from the corners of your eyes.

How to choose the best eye primer?

As a rule, an eyelid primer contains silicones and various pigments: silicones provide adhesion (make-up durability), even out the surface of the skin, mask folds, and pigments correct other imperfections. These products may contain different colored and/or pearlescent pigments depending on the type of skin defect. Pearlescent particles, also called aesthetic enhancers, are also supposed to give the face a fresh, radiant and youthful appearance. Any pigments in eyelid primers, of course, must match the skin tone: pink pearlescent pigment is suitable for light transparent skin, delicate peach for darker skin, thick apricot for dark skin.

Assessing the quality of an eyelid primer - morning, afternoon, evening

Choosing an eyelid primer follows the same principle as other decorative cosmetics: liquid products are definitely not suitable for oily skin, but are very appropriate for dry or aging skin. Of course, the upper eyelid is not an area that can “boast” of active sebum production, but sweat often accumulates in this area, so when choosing an eyelid primer, also take this fact into account. In general, a good, high-quality primer - regardless of texture or packaging - should be easily and quickly distributed over the eyelid: having shaded the base, you need to lightly rub it in, and then gently pat it all over the eyelid with the pad of your finger: the product should dry almost instantly.

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Main types

The main function of an eye shadow base is to prolong the durability of your makeup. During the day, the skin of the eyelids becomes covered with a characteristic shine due to the secretion of sebum. As a result, smudges form. But the remnants of the shadows roll into the crease of the eyelid. The base serves as a fastening element between the surface of the skin and the cosmetic product. It mattifies the skin, improves pigmentation and promotes even distribution of shadows.

There are 2 types of eyelid primer. They differ in structure and method of application:

Cream. These bases come with a sponge for application. The distribution of the product is carried out using line movements. Shading is done upward from the lash line.

Powdery. It is convenient to apply the powder base with a special brush or fingertips. They do this in short strokes. Afterwards it is driven into the skin with patting movements. After applying the base, dry shadows can be applied immediately without waiting for the base to dry. Creamy shadows are not advisable to use on oily skin.

Application rules

Before application, the skin must first be cleaned using special products;

If the primer does not moisturize the skin, then you should use a moisturizer for the skin around the eyes before applying it.

When using a colored base, the shade is chosen based on your own skin tone.

Using a makeup brush will help prevent the appearance of wrinkles.

Application area: from the lash line of the upper eyelid to the eyebrows.

When applying the base, you do not need to make sharp strokes. One layer of product is enough.

Layering in this case makes the makeup heavier.

If you have eye cream in your makeup bag, you can use it before applying your base foundation. It is applied in a few minutes. The cream should be completely absorbed;

Do not apply the base with your fingers. Buy a special brush, this will help avoid unnecessary stretching of the delicate skin of the eyelids;

The base is applied very carefully, with soft, gentle movements;

Before applying shadows, you should wait a few minutes until the base is completely absorbed. Then it is slightly shaded and the excess is removed;

Excess cosmetic product must be removed with a cotton pad.

How to use primer

Scheme for applying primer to the face
Makeup primer is easy to apply to the skin, so no one should have any problems using this product. We tell you step by step how to apply primer to the skin.

• STEP 1: Cleanse your skin with tonic or foam cleanser.
• STEP 2: Apply moisturizer if you are going to use a silicone, gel, mattifying primer. For an oil-based liquid base, pre-moisturizing the skin is not necessary. You can also skip this step if you have oily skin type.
• STEP 3: Apply a small amount of makeup primer to your face. First, place points on the forehead, cheeks, chin, nose. Then rub it with your fingers. The layer should be thin.
• STEP 4: Allow the base to absorb, then apply foundation with a sponge or makeup brush. Don't forget about concealer, blush and powder.

Manufacturers

Currently, the cosmetics market is filled with a huge number of eyelid foundations from various manufacturers. Before purchasing, you should analyze the condition of your skin, take into account the age limit and your financial abilities.

Let's look at the main manufacturers and the features of their eyeshadow bases:

1. The main advantage is the low price of the product, it has a light structure and does not dry out the skin. The main disadvantages include distribution only via a network;
2. ArtDeco Eyeshadow Base. This is a very popular brand of European cosmetics, which is inexpensive and of good quality. But such a base is not suitable for women with dry eyelid skin;

1. Relouis Color Designer. The base is not expensive and has a dispenser. According to customer reviews, it dries out the skin greatly. At the same time, it does not provide long-lasting makeup;
2. Lumene Beauty Base Eyeshadow Primer. This is a universal foundation that can be applied to the eyelids and lips under lipstick. Provides perfect long-lasting makeup. It's not cheap. Sometimes it dries out the skin;
3. BeYu Eye Base. This is a professional base without preservatives or flavors. Easy to apply, but does not provide sufficient durability. Important, not suitable for oily and normal eyelid skin;
4. Vivienne Sabo. A very inexpensive French foundation that can provide long-lasting makeup. But at the same time it has a very thick consistency. Often causes skin irritation;
5. NYX Professional. An excellent foundation suitable for all skin types. Comfortable texture and low cost. There are no negative points;
6. MAS. A very good foundation that ensures makeup lasts for more than 18 hours. Easy to apply. The main disadvantage is the high cost.

What is a primer, what types are there?

A primer is a makeup base that comes in different textures (gel, cream, liquid). The base color for make-up is mostly transparent.

The product is applied to cleansed and moisturized skin. Primers in makeup are divided depending on the functions they perform. There is a primer for the face, eyelids, lips, eyelashes. There is also a base for nails, but this is a completely different product, it has a different function. Nail primer is not a base. In manicure, it performs the function of “coupling” the base for gel polish with the nail plate. And the primer in makeup is the base that is applied under the foundation.

Main types of facial primers:

• Liquid, usually water or oil based. The first is for oily and problem skin, the second is for dry and combination skin. Available in a bottle with a pipette or as a spray. It can replace moisturizer in summer. In winter, it is recommended to use both products, as the skin needs more care.
• Cream is suitable for women who have dry skin. Apply a thin layer with your fingers.
• Gel - suitable for creating long-lasting evening makeup, holiday makeup or for a photo shoot. For daily use, it is recommended to choose liquid or cream.
• Silicone is recommended for adult women who want to disguise fine wrinkles. It fills cracks and voids, evening out the tone.
• Reflective is often used not only as a base for makeup, but also instead of highlighter. In this case, it is applied to the cheekbones and the tip of the nose.
• Mattifying is necessary for women with problem skin and enlarged pores. It perfectly smoothes the tone and removes oily shine.
• Color can be used instead of corrector. Green neutralizes redness, and purple removes yellowness from the face.

Selection rules

There is nothing complicated about how to apply an eyeshadow base; the main thing is to choose the right product for your skin type. When it's dry, the primer smoothes out flaking; when it's oily, it prevents the shadows from creasing. It also makes it easier to draw arrows, regardless of whether you do it with a cosmetic pencil or eyeliner.

Texture is an important parameter that should be taken into account when purchasing any cosmetic product. But it’s even more important to focus on the skin problems that you want to solve with its help.

• Illuminating primers help combat dull skin and uneven skin tone. They contain shimmering color-reflecting particles. They visually smooth the skin and give it a healthy glow. Such primers can be applied either to the entire face or only to the prominent parts of the face instead of a highlighter.
• If your skin tends to be oily, a mattifying primer is a good choice. It controls sebum secretions, so you don’t have to apply eye shadow during the day.
• An excellent solution for dry skin is a moisturizing primer. It contains caring components: oils, vitamins and hyaluronic acid.

If you are in doubt about what kind of eyeshadow base you need, you can choose a universal one. The main thing is quality; when choosing, you need to pay attention to the following aspects:

1. Compound. Only natural ingredients.
2. Consistency. For those under 25 years of age, it is better to buy a light liquid version; for older ladies, a cream version; for oily skin, a gel base is needed.
3. Shelf life and storage.

The best mattifying face primers

Are you complaining that your makeup doesn't last because your skin is too oily? Mattifying primers that absorb sebum released during the day will save the situation. They will eliminate the untidy greasy shine and the need to frequently touch up your makeup with powder. If desired, apply this product only to the T-zone or all over the face and enjoy the durability and beautiful look of your makeup throughout the day.

Estee Lauder The Mattifier Shine Control Perfecting Primer+Finisher

5

★★★★★

editorial assessment

100%

buyers recommend this product

Estee Lauder Sebum Controller is an unusual cosmetic product that is used to prepare the skin for makeup and throughout the day to maintain its durability. The light creamy formula is quickly absorbed, leaving behind a pleasant velvety finish.

Algae, mulberry extracts and hyaluronic acid in the base provide sebum-regulating, leveling, bactericidal, pigment-constricting and moisturizing effects. The product mattifies the skin for a long time, makes it easier to apply and at the same time increases the durability of the foundation, and when applied to makeup, it blocks oily shine for a long time even in the heat.

Advantages:

• Pleasant light texture;
• Long lasting matting effect;
• Good composition;
• Doesn't clog pores;
• Increases the durability of the foundation and facilitates the distribution of capricious creams.

Flaws:

• High price (about 3000 rubles for 30 ml).

Those with oily skin will need this primer from Estee Lauder to create super-long-lasting holiday makeup for weddings and other special events.

Huda Beauty Matte Perfection Pre-Makeup Base

4.9

★★★★★

editorial assessment

95%

buyers recommend this product

Does your skin not tolerate heavy textures? In this case, she will appreciate a water-based primer from the Huda Beauty brand. The weightless corduroy veil spreads easily over the face, preparing it for the perfect setting of the foundation. Thanks to its non-comedogenic formula, you can use this makeup base every day without the worry of clogged pores or breakouts.

The key component of the Matte Perfection Pre-Makeup Base is milk of magnesia, which has a powdery texture. It perfectly absorbs sebum throughout the day. The primer formula is enriched with extracts of esculent, black cohosh, oleanolic acid, calcium, potassium and magnesium, which have a sebum-regulating, equalizing, anti-inflammatory and energizing effect.

Advantages:

• Non-comedogenic formula;
• Blocks the appearance of oily shine;
• Cares for the skin;
• Prolongs the durability of makeup;
• Easily distributed.

Flaws:

• May accentuate flaking.

This primer from Huda Beauty is recommended for those with oily and breakout-prone skin who don’t have time to regularly touch up their makeup with powder.

A'Pieu Start Up Primer Matt

4.9

★★★★★

editorial assessment

94%

buyers recommend this product

A'Pieu mattifying primer is a multifunctional product for creating makeup and treating problem skin. The product has a mousse texture and a universal light shade that adapts to any complexion tone.

The base contains adenosine, niacinamide, extracts of bergamot, rosemary, tea tree and green tea, which have a renewing, soothing, anti-inflammatory, sebum-regulating and pigment-constricting effect.

Thanks to its moderate concealing properties and natural velvety finish, A'Pieu Start Up Primer Matt can also be used as an alternative to foundation, setting it with a layer of mineral powder.

Advantages:

• Universal shade;
• High-quality composition;
• Improves the condition of problem skin;
• Mattifies for a long time;
• Prolongs the durability of make-up.

Flaws:

• May highlight flaking.

Mattifying primer from A'Pieu is ideal for young problem skin with oily shine, rashes and uneven texture.

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Products that replace eye shadow bases

Water. If you apply shadows wet. They must first be moistened with water. It is advisable to do this with a brush. This way they will last longer. This method achieves a wet finish effect. This improves the pigmentation of the shadows.

Concealer. Convenient to use as a base for eyelid makeup. Distributing the product over the face, cover the eyelid area. An alternative option in this case could be concealer. It is suitable for those with dry skin.

Powder. It creates a mattifying effect. You can use loose and compact powder. This option is suitable for those with oily skin.

Lip balm. This method is controversial. But practice shows that lip balm instead of eyelid base helps to achieve depth of color and makes eyelid makeup long-lasting.

Eyeliner. Choose white or nude pencils with a light texture. Most often, the pencil is used as a base when creating makeup for photo shoots. So that the camera can capture the color saturation, the pigmentation of the shadows is improved by the base. For dark shades, use a black pencil. For pastel colors, a white pencil is suitable.

The Best Color Correcting Primers for the Face

It is difficult to disguise age spots, rosacea and redness with conventional primers. But products enriched with colored pigment cope well with this task. For example, green makeup bases perfectly cover redness, while purple and blue shades cover brown pigment spots.

In addition to color correction, such primers increase the durability of makeup, give the face a matte appearance and smooth out enlarged pores.

Givenchy Prisme Primer

5

★★★★★

editorial assessment

100%

buyers recommend this product

Givenchy's Prisme Primer line includes 5 color-correcting primers, in the variety of which you can easily find an assistant to solve any skin imperfections.

The blue base perfectly masks pigment spots, the yellow one covers blue spots and dark circles under the eyes, the green one amazingly camouflages rosacea, and pink and orange even out the tone of the face and give a sleek glow.

The light texture of the base spreads perfectly and fills pores, preparing the perfect canvas for the subsequent application of tone. The primer contains a flower complex and minerals that provide moisturizing, antioxidant and softening effects. Another advantage of this makeup base is the presence of sun protection factor SPF20, which will be sufficient for urban conditions.

Advantages:

• Large selection of color correcting shades;
• Light texture;
• The presence of a sun protection factor;
• Leveling properties;
• Masks any color imperfections of the skin;
• Increases the durability of makeup.

Flaws:

• It costs expensive.

Perfect skin without imperfections is very rare, so the Givenchy Prisme Primer range of color-correcting primers will cover skin imperfections for every representative of the fairer sex.

Max Factor Miracle Prep Color-Correcting Primer

4.8

★★★★★

editorial assessment

92%

buyers recommend this product

Couperose reminds you of itself even through a thick layer of foundation? Tame redness with Max Factor's Color Correcting Primer. The creamy green texture spreads easily over the face and is quickly absorbed, evening out the tone, masking spider veins and giving a matte finish.

Miracle Prep contains green tea extract, panthenol and allantoin, which have an energizing, soothing, antioxidant, moisturizing and anti-inflammatory effect.

Color-correcting primer from Max Factor effectively masks facial redness and increases the durability of makeup, but can emphasize flaking, so it is not suitable for those with dry skin.

Advantages:

• Masks facial redness;
• Mattifies the skin;
• Increases the durability of makeup;
• Caring effect;
• Affordable price.

Flaws:

• Emphasizes peeling.

Max Factor Color Correcting Primer is ideal for normal, combination and oily skin with severe rosacea, breakouts and other signs of sensitivity.

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So why do you need an eye shadow base?

Professionals call this valuable item for a cosmetic bag a primer - this is a special product that gives eye makeup a special durability. Why do you need an eye primer? Any woman will answer this, because often she has to carry out “facial repairs” more than once a day. Thanks to this base, the shadows do not roll off, do not get caught in wrinkles, and do not lose the saturation of shades.

It is advisable to select the product individually, taking into account the structure of the skin and the characteristics of the shadows. An eyeshadow primer should:

• protect the skin from low-quality cosmetics;
• maintain the shade of the shadows;
• help cosmetics adhere more tightly.

Therefore, before choosing an eyeshadow base, you need to carefully study the composition, consult with the seller and read reviews from women who have already tried this product on themselves. And then choose the most optimal option for yourself.

What is an eyelid primer?

An eyelid primer or eyeshadow base is a special cosmetic product for the eyelids, similar in consistency to a concealer, and has the ability to even out the overall skin tone, eliminate color imperfections, and serve as a barrier between the skin and cosmetics.

Today you can find many variations on the theme of eyelid primers on the market. Here are just some examples:

• colorless primers - apply like a cream, leaving no tint;
• primers of a neutral shade - apply like a concealer, adjusting to the skin tone, lightening it a little;
• color primers - apply a light shade to the eyelid, usually lightening it slightly and adding shine. For example, eyelid silks from Jane Iredale can be used as liquid shadows - they leave a beautiful neutral shade with a pearly sheen on the eyelid.