HZ Beauty Mantra: Know How To Make Your Eyeshadow Last All Day Long

There’s nothing more frustrating than spending a massive chunk of your time to get that perfect eye makeup look only to have it faded by mid-afternoon. Is this the story of your life?

So, listen up! We have got some pro tips and tricks that will save you from this hassle! Now, if you are ready to put in some effort, these techniques might as well leave you with professional-level results.

But first, we are going to talk about some basics. Why does this happen? Or what kind of eyeshadow should you use?

Trust us, these techniques are going to make your eyeshadow look as fresh in the evening as when you first decked up in the morning. So, take out your eyeshadow palette and keep your notepads ready!

Why Does Your Eyeshadow Not Last Long?

There are various factors responsible for your eyeshadow fading away. Some of them are:

Dealing With Oily Eyelids

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The first and foremost reason can be that you have oily eyelids. The sebum or oil produced by your skin seeps into the makeup products that you used causing your eye makeup to smudge or wear off.

Using Oil-Based Makeup Removers

Oil-based makeup removers can also decrease the wearing power of your beautiful eye shadow. So, do ensure that the entire remover is gone before applying your eye makeup. Further, instead of oil-based makeup remover, you can opt for a cream-based makeup remover.

Skin Is Not Hydrated Enough

Not only oily eyelids but also dry eyelids can make it difficult for your eyeshadow to stay put. Because of the dryness, the powder doesn’t adhere well to the skin and is more likely to fade away. You can use an eye cream to keep your skin hydrated.

Using Foundation Or Concealer As A Base

If you prime your lids with concealer or foundation, then, that is where the issue lies. These products usually contain oil which can become a reason behind rubbing off your eyeshadow.

Also, they are too thick for the delicate skin of your eye area, and can make your eye makeup cakey.

How To Choose The Perfect Eyeshadow?

Eyeshadows can make or break your whole makeup look. So, choosing the right one for your look and as per your skin tone is all the more important as they come in different textures, formulas, and finishes.

Know Your Skin Undertone

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Have you ever felt like some shades of eyeshadow just don’t look right on you? Then, you need to choose your shades according to your skin undertone.

If your skin appears to have a blue or pink tinge, then you have a ‘cool’ undertone. This means that when you are picking out the eyeshadow, you should opt for tones like blues, greens, and purples, as they will amp up your whole look.

While, if you observe that there are yellow or golden hues in your skin, then your skin undertone is ‘warm’. Similarly, you can go for shades in the range of golds, oranges, and reds.

Lastly, if you feel like your skin has both kinds of tinge, then you have a ‘neutral’ undertone. This means that you have the privilege to experiment with cool as well as warm shades. Isn’t that great?

Different Types Of Eyeshadow

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The beauty industry is constantly evolving and with this, makeup products, especially eyeshadows, come in different tones, formulas, and textures.

Powder eyeshadow is actually the most common type of eyeshadow that you will see. It is also the most often recommended product for makeup beginners as this formula is easier to blend. This kind of eyeshadow is available in a variety of finishes, whether it is matte, shimmer, glitter, or satin, you name it!

Cream eyeshadow has a shimmery finish and possesses a long-wearing formula. It usually comes in a pot or pan and you can easily apply it with your fingers or brush. But do note that they tend to crease easily.

Liquid eyeshadow comes in small tubes that also include an applicator wand, just like a liquid lipstick. Though it is a bit complicated to work with, especially for makeup beginners, but its color pay-off and dramatic finish make it popular.

Loose powder or pigment eyeshadow are finely milled eyeshadows that are often used by advanced makeup artists or beauty enthusiasts. These shades are highly pigmented and you need to pat the shade onto the lids. But you have to be careful as it can dry out your skin.

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Tips To Make Your Eyeshadow Last Long

Use An Eye Primer

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Hear us out! An eye primer is a first and foremost product you must apply before you start doing your eye makeup. It is basically the coveted secret to keeping your eye makeup intact and lasting throughout your long day.

An eye primer controls oil on your eyelids and also makes the colours pop. It is a must if you are going for cream or dense powder eyeshadows. But do ensure that your eye primer is water-based and oil-free so that it keeps your makeup in place.

Spritz Water On Your Makeup Brush

You might think that this tip will do no good but trust us, it can work wonders. How? If you spray your makeup brush with some water before applying your eyeshadow, it will help in spreading the eyeshadow smoothly and the product will adhere to your eyelids.

Also, it will make your eye makeup more vibrant and the colours will look even better. Who knew?

Apply Cream Eyeshadow First

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Don’t fret, we are not telling you to replace all your powder eyeshadow palettes with cream eyeshadows! Instead, you can enjoy the best of both worlds.

Use a cream eyeshadow as your base on your eyelids as they stay on much longer than powder eyeshadows. You can simply invest in a pale or nude cream eyeshadow for trying out this trick.

We can guarantee you that this hack will definitely keep the colours of your eyeshadow intact, and thus, will last longer!

Use Powder Eyeshadow Over Cream Eyeshadow

Now, if you want to make your eyeshadow last, you should set your cream eyeshadow base with your favourite powder eyeshadow. The layering of these two formulas will prevent either product from coming off or smudging as the sticky cream will catch the powder. Isn’t it cool?

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Invest In A Makeup Setting Spray

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Now that you’ve got eyeshadow that won’t budge, so there’s one last tip that you need to follow for a truly long-lasting look. Well, that’s using a makeup setting spray.

This spray doesn’t just work wonders for your face, but it can bring your A-game for your eye makeup, too. After you apply your eyeshadow, just spritz the setting spray over your eyes. It will make your eyeshadow colours look brighter and seal them in place.

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