Top 10 of 2011: Eyeshadows

And finally, to finish off eyes, my favorite eyeshadows from this year!

1. MAC Mega Metal Eyeshadows
2. Giorgio Armani Eyes to Kill Intense Eyeshadows
3. Le Metier de Beaute Chameleon Eyeshadow
4. Bare Escentuals Urban Nature Prime Time Shadow
5. Hourglass Gypsy Eyeshadow Duo
6. Chanel Illusion d’Ombre
7. Urban Decay Strip Eyeshadow
8. MAC Surf Baby Eyeshadow
9. Chanel Beige Lame Ombre Essentielle
10. Sugarpill Stella Chromalust

What was your favorite eyeshadow this year?

Chanel Holiday 2011: Blazing Gold Ombre Essentielle

Chanel Blazing Gold Ombre Essentielle ($28.50 for 0.07 oz.) is a yellow gold with chunky gold sparkle. Unlike Beige Lame, this one was disappointing. The powder was soft but gritty–the larger sparkle didn’t seem to adhere and meld with the base color but separated from it. It resulted in poorer color payoff; it was sheer and uneven, and boy, it was a pain in the behind to apply. There was fall out all over the place!  There are many golds that compare well to this one, and often, they are better in texture and overall quality. You might consider Bare Escentuals Aspire, MAC Goldmine, or Make Up For Ever #10.

The Glossover

	Blazing Gold C-
	There was too much fall out to make this a viable option--you shouldn't have to deal with it all day long while you wear it. You also shouldn't have to pack the product on to get decent color payoff!
	Product 7/10 Pigmentation 6.5/10 Texture 6.5/10 Longevity 8/10 Application 3.5/5
	Where to Buy
Login or Register to be able to add this to your Vanity or Wishlist! Plus rate and review!

See more photos & swatches!

Chanel Blazing Gold Ombre Essentielle

Chanel Blazing Gold Ombre Essentielle

Chanel Blazing Gold Ombre Essentielle

Chanel Blazing Gold Ombre Essentielle

Chanel Blazing Gold Ombre Essentielle

Chanel Holiday 2011: Beige Lame Ombre Essentielle

Chanel Beige Lame Ombre Essentielle ($28.50 for 0.07 oz.) is a medium-dark beige with multi-colored sparkles and a subtle hint of rose. The color payoff is nice with full color and true-to-pan color in one go. It translates exceptionally well on the lid–it really gives color and oomph without being over-the-top, smoky, or bright. You could wear it as a sheer wash of color or more opaque (which is how I wore it). I love that the multi-colored sparkle actually shows up on the lid and doesn’t end up all over your face, which was a bit of a surprise! The texture of Chanel’s individual eyeshadows is silky soft and very finely-milled; these two attributes combine to create an eyeshadow applies smoothly and blends out effortlessly.

Urban Decay Spotlight is cooler-toned and doesn’t have the sparkle. MAC Moleskin is similar in the base color but doesn’t have the sparkle either.

The Glossover

	Beige Lame A+
	The texture, color payoff, and application are excellent with Beige Lame! So soft and easy to use--it blends like butter and feels like silk when applied.
	Product 10/10 Pigmentation 10/10 Texture 10/10 Longevity 10/10 Application 4.5/5
	Where to Buy
Login or Register to be able to add this to your Vanity or Wishlist! Plus rate and review!

See more photos & swatches!

Chanel Beige Lame Ombre Essentielle

Chanel Beige Lame Ombre Essentielle

Chanel Beige Lame Ombre Essentielle

Chanel Beige Lame Ombre Essentielle

Chanel Beige Lame Ombre Essentielle

Chanel Beige Lame Ombre Essentielle on lid