No.in the world of make-up, liquid eyeshadow it was created with a specific function. «It was born as a base for eye make-up on which to subsequently apply the powder color. A bit like you do with the combination of foundation and powder: the first creates a smooth and homogeneous surface, the second fixes the result “, explains Daniele Batella, global make-up artist Astra. But let’s see how it works, and why choose it in the summer.
Liquid eyeshadow: mat or shine, the advantages over powder
With the development of increasingly sophisticated formulations, over time it has become a valuable makeup tool increasingly appreciated for its versatility and benefits. Whether it’s matte, satin or shiny, liquid eyeshadow, used alone or layered, instantly adheres to the skin, remains unchanged for a long time and offers the opportunity to create an almost infinite variety of make-up.
Liquid eyeshadow, how to (pictured Rosie Huntinghton-Whiteley (@rosiew Instagram)
The matte version was born first. “L‘matte liquid eyeshadow has a gelatinous texture rich in pigments and gives a homogeneous color effect similar to a film, with a more or less vibrant and opaque intensity depending on the stratifications of the product. that instantly adhere to the surface of the skin », says Daniele Batella.
“The liquid eyeshadow with glitter it has the same consistency and is enriched with luminous micro-fragments, which can be very fine or more showy. They give away an incredible brightness to the eye. They can be used alone to increase the glow around the eyes, and are considered multi-functional tools, which can also be used with small touches on the cheekbone to emphasize it ».
«Both versions are perfect to use in summer because they resist heat and perspiration. They should be preferred over powdered ones: while the latter tends to “melt” and “fall” on the upper part of the cheekbone, or on the sides of the eye, once applied liquid eyeshadows remain adherent to the skin for many hours », Batella points out.
What to use for the application
Many versions of liquid eyeshadow have a sponge applicator included. «This product can also be used by using simply fingertips, for a “random” result to be modulated as needed, or with a brush with rounded bristles, for a more defined and precise finish », continues Batella.
“Using thin, flat brushes, instead, liquid eyeshadow it can become a substitute for eyeliner, and allows you to create more or less thin lines on the line of the upper and lower mobile eyelid ».
Liquid matte eyeshadow, how to use it
There matt pigmented version it can be used as a base, or on its own as an alternative to the powder one, it allows the creation of classic make-up using different different distribution methods (only on the mobile eyelid, for example, or on the entire surface up to the eyebrow arch).
Liquid eyeshadow with glitter: makeup ideas
Instead, glitter eyeshadow has an edge because it can count on the magic given by its reflective components.
Depending on the shades of iridescence included in the formulas, the bright eyeshadows can be used in different ways. “When the reflective splinters, very thin or showy, have champagne, bronze and gold tones, they create passepartout make-up, sophisticated and chic that give sober and elegant gleams, which are perfectly synchronized with the golden complexion ».
The liquid eyeshadow enriched with silver glitter, instead, it’s perfect blended in the center of the mobile eyelid: creates a stroboscopic halo make-up, ideal for summer evenings.
The colorful versions such as yellow, fuchsia and lilac, then, allow fun games perfect for special occasions: they are of great impact especially when combined with a colored mascara », concludes Daniele Batella.
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