What kind of eyeshadow formula do you wish was more popular?
I would love to see more satin/pearl finishes. I feel like we have lots of mattes and then tons of very intense metallics but not much in-between!
— Christine
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MAC’s Veluxe Pearl and Inglot’s Pearl finishes/formulas are my favourite examples of a preferred formula. As for MATTE shadows, I really liked MAC’s Matte2 formula, which is a thing of the past.
Satin finishes.
Raises hand in agreement, Christine! 🙋🏻♀️
I remember when the once enormous OG MAC eyeshadow catalog included lovely satins, Veluxe Pearl and softer metallic shades. UD also had quite a few beautiful softer metallic and shimmer eyeshadows in their permanent range, once upon a time. I’m definitely glad that I was able to nab Dior’s pre-(newest) reformulation with Tutu and Plum Tulle that likewise has that softer shimmer, satin and refined metallic formulas.
I agree, Christine. There isn’t much middle ground with eyeshadow finishes.
Yes, I would go for more satin and pearl finishes as well. How about a palette of autumn shades with satin, pearl, soft shimmers and a couple of metallics and NO mattes?
I’m with you Christina more satins !!! They’re just pretty and easy to apply.
I agree with you, Christine. I love a beautiful satin finish that gives just a hint of luster and color, all with staying power. As my eyelids age, it becomes more evident that sparkles won’t work.
Yes to satins/pearls…like Viseart’s Paris Nudes and Bijoux Royale (which I foolishly decluttered and can no longer find)
I agree about the satin finishes! Also, anything in twist up stick form for application. In every shade and finish!
Concur! Satin in particular. And also semi-mattes.