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Eyeshadows: colors, textures, and finishes to enhance your eyes

Eyeshadow helps intensify your eyes, add brightness, or create contrast depending on the colors and finishes you choose. Powder, cream, stick, or liquid: each formula offers a different finish and is suitable for both quick application and more elaborate makeup looks. On MyOrigines, discover a selection of eyeshadows to create a natural, luminous, or more intense look, depending on your preference.

The main eye shadow textures

Texture	Result	Application
Powder	Buildable, easy to blend	Apply with a brush
Cream	Luminous and more blended	Apply with your finger or a brush
Stick	Quick and precise	Directly onto the eyelid
Liquid	Intense or metallic	With applicator, finger, or tweezers

Must-have eyeshadows

Diorshow Mono Couleur, Dior

Diorshow Mono Couleur by Dior is a single-shade eyeshadow available in several colors and finishes. It allows you to create everything from a subtle look to a more intense eye look, depending on the shade and the amount applied.

Phyto-Ombres, Sisley

Phyto-Ombres by Sisley comes in a variety of shades and finishes to create the desired color effect. Its powder texture blends easily and can be used alone or combined with other shades.

Phyto-Eye Twist, Sisley

Sisley’s Phyto-Eye Twist comes in a convenient stick format for direct application. It can be used as eyeshadow, to intensify the lash line, or to create a more graphic look.

Ombre Hypnôse Stylo, Lancôme

Lancôme’s Ombre Hypnôse Stylo features a creamy texture in a pen format that’s easy to apply and blend. This type of product is particularly well-suited for quick makeup applications or touch-ups throughout the day.

Choosing Colors Based on the Desired Look

Beige, taupe, and brown shades help create a natural, easy-to-wear look. Bronze, copper, or gold shades add more warmth, while pinks, purples, or plums allow you to play with more pronounced contrasts.

It’s not necessary to choose a color strictly based on eye color: the intensity of the contrast, skin undertone, and the rest of your makeup also play a role in the final result.

Application techniques to define the eyes

For a simple look, apply a shade to the upper eyelid and then blend the edges with a clean brush. For more depth, add a darker shade to the outer corner and the crease of the eyelid. A light or shimmery shade can be applied to the inner corner of the eye or the center of the eyelid to catch the light. Cream and stick formulas can also be used as a base before applying powder eyeshadow to intensify the color.

FAQ: Everything You Need to Know About Eyeshadow

Which Eyeshadow Texture Should You Choose?

Powder is ideal for creating gradients and adjusting intensity. Cream and stick formulas are convenient for quick application and a more blended look, while liquid eyeshadows can provide a very luminous or metallic finish.

Which eyeshadow color should you choose?

Neutral shades like beige, taupe, or brown are easy to wear every day. More intense shades like plum, bronze, or blue allow you to create more contrast.

How do you apply eyeshadow?

Apply the color to the upper eyelid, then blend the edges with a soft brush. Add a darker shade to the outer corner if you want more depth.

How can you make your eyeshadow last longer?

An eyeshadow primer can improve longevity and prevent the eyeshadow from settling into creases. Also, avoid applying a heavy moisturizer right before applying eye makeup.

Can you mix cream eyeshadow with powder eyeshadow?

Yes. A cream texture can serve as a base to enhance the intensity of a powder eyeshadow applied on top. However, it’s best to apply in thin layers to avoid a heavy, caked-on look.

How can you prevent eyeshadow from falling off?

Pick up a small amount of product, lightly tap the brush before application, and press the color onto the eyelid rather than immediately making broad strokes. Highly glittery textures can also be applied with your finger or a slightly dampened brush if the formula allows it.

How long should you keep eyeshadow?

First, check the PAO symbol on the packaging, such as 12M or 24M after opening. The shelf life varies depending on the formula: cream and liquid products generally have a shorter shelf life after opening than powders.

Can you add oil to cream eyeshadow that has dried out?

It’s best to avoid this. Adding oil or another ingredient can alter the formula, its stability, and its shelf life, especially for a product applied near the eyes. If the texture or smell has changed, it’s best to replace the product.

Eyeshadows on MyOrigines

On MyOrigines, discover a selection of eyeshadows in powder, cream, liquid, or stick eyeshadows, available in a wide range of shades and finishes. Complete your eye makeup with our selection of mascaras, eyeliners and pencils and kohls.