Loose eyeshadow powder?
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Nov 30, 2011
Sharon G.
Ok.... So I'm not too sure what the difference between loose eyeshadow powder and normal eyeshadow ! Besides the obvious......I get one is not compact, but what's the benefit of loose powder.....and how do you apply it???
Very much a makeup novice.....sorry beauties! ;-) xxx
Nov 30, 2011
Jasmine P.
Too add on to what Nichole states, pigments are also multi-purpose. You can mix them with nail polish as well as mediums to create eyeliner.
Dec 1, 2011
Sharon G.
Wow...ok....then how would I apply the powder to stay on the eyelids? How does it stick?
And Jasmine....you mentioned mixing with mediums (?)....
Do loose pigments last longer than normal shadow?
Thnx for your replies:-)).
XxX
Dec 1, 2011
Alexis C.
Some loose shadows adhere really well and you cane even sweep it on. If you want a stronger payoff patting it on over a creamy base or even foiling it with a mixing medium. This means adding liquid like water, MAC's Fix Plus, Visine, water mixed with glycerin, etc can create almost a paste like consistency that once applied on your lid gives a foiled effect with shimmery shades. Other 'mediums' can include lotion, hair products, lip gloss, and nail polish. Mix a shimmery gold pigment with lotion and you have your own 'shimmer creams' that lots of companies make. You can do the same with hair gel and add shine to your hair, mix some clear gloss with pigment to make your custom lip gloss, and mix some pigment with nail polish to make a custom shade. You can also use a dark pigment mixed with any of the mediums listed above to make your own 'liquid liner' of sorts.
It really depends on every pigment and the primer/base you use. I haven't had any problems with loose pigments and their lasting power.
Here are some great videos about MAC Pigments but can be applied for other loose colors. After watching these ALL your questions and more will be answered. I thought I new about pigments but there is some really great info. Enjoy :D
Intro to MAC Pigments:
http://www.youtube.com/watchannotation_id=annotation_383851&src_vid=6CJbnAQb4sg&feature=iv&v=uyvIWYNqCRw
MAC Pigments: Eyes
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6CJbnAQb4sg&feature=relmfu
Mac Pigments Lips:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=irn3Vp1tSo0&feature=relmfu
Mac Pigments Face and Body:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HYuPMRb_W3Q&feature=relmfu
Mac Pigments: Hair and Nails
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aNCjb-iFuN4&feature=relmfu
Dec 1, 2011
Sharon G.
Alexis!! WOW!! What a reply!!
Thank you so much for such an amazing answer to ALL my questions!
So gonna look at those vids! Thank you for taking the time to write such an indepth
Reply!! So much appreciated!! XxX
Dec 1, 2011
DJ M.
I just want to add, patting rather than swiping is generally a great technique for loose shadows! Also, if you have an ultra glittery one or a pigment that doesn't have much of a base to it there tends to be a lot of fallout and less staying powder, but Fyrinnae Pixie Epoxy is fabulous for keeping shadows like that in place! You can't use it with matte shadows, but it works like a dream with everything else. If you're not use to blending with loose shadows it can take a bit of practice to keep from muddying them or over-blending them, but in general it's almost comparable to blending pressed shadows in my opinion!
Another thing to note is that often loose shadows do not include some of the ingredients used in pressed shadows to bind them. If you're really ingredient-conscious, loose shadows can be a great alternative as a result ;) The look I did in my profile pic was done with loose shadows--I like loose or pressed!
Dec 1, 2011
Sharon G.
Brilliant! Thnx DJ M.....I did try some this am and it's totally muddy LOL! I think a sh*t load of practice is in need! Hahaha a.... Gonna go look at ur profile pic now ;-)
Thnx for the tips! X
Dec 1, 2011
DJ M.
@Sharon Welcome ;)
Dec 1, 2011
Jasmine P.
Wow Alexis great reply! I was going to answer but you've covered all of the bases!
Dec 1, 2011
Alexis C.
Thanks! No problem I am glad I could help out! :D
Dec 2, 2011
Sharon G.
And i watched ALL the videos! They were brilliant! Rhnx again!