The cool thing about eye makeup products today, is that there are all sorts of eyeshadow tools — from powders to creams — to suit your needs.
Both types of eyeshadow (matte n shimmer) add color, interest, and depth to the eyes, and are worn by many women as part of their every day beauty routine.
Matte Eyeshadow :
- What is Matte eyeshadow ? Matte Eyeshadow refers to an eye shadow that does not have any kind of light reflectors and does not appear shinny when applied.
- In terms of its texture, matte eyeshadow is silky just like other types of eye shadows.
- There’s a reason that “all-matte” palettes aren’t so readily available- matte shadows are meant to be used as “compliments” to other textures/finishes.
- When To Wear ? Matte eyeshadow is best if worn during the day and correct color
choice and blending can make you look exceptional and very attractive. It helps in giving subtle looks that will bring full color. However, if you are going for an evening out and you want to look glamorous, matte eye shadow will not help you . - Simple and sophisticated, matte shadows can define and enhance your natural eye color. Use a deep brown matte shadow in the crease of the eye to create a sculpted eye look that pops.
- When a matte shadow goes on patchy, it’s not a sign of poor quality, but rather it’s not being used for it’s intended purpose.
- You can use a matte shade similar to your skintone as a base, or you can just use a transluscent face powder.
- How To Use ? You can use a fluffy brush to blend, as I feel I get better placement & pigmentation using a denser brush. Glide the bristles over the pan in one direction. Don’t swirl or wipe your shadow brush back & forth because this will result in fall-out, and the application will be patchy.
Shimmer Eyeshadow :
- What is Shimmer Eyeshadow ? Shimmer eyeshadow is a type of cosmetic that is applied to the eyelids, brow bone, and corners of the eyes. Shimmer eyeshadow contains small particles that reflect the light.
- Shimmer eyeshadow comes in virtually any color imaginable, in warm colors and cool colors.
- Silver and white eyeshadows are typically only used to highlight the eyes, and not as a color for the entire lid
- shimmer and glitter eye shadows have become increasingly more popular. There are shimmer eye shadows for all types of looks. Whether you tend to go natural or like to boost your eye appearance, shimmers come in all colors.
- It can also look totally glam at night if you layer it on and add some smudgy black liner.
- Shimmers reflect light and instantly brighten the eye. Select a neutral shade for a simple day look or pump up the nighttime drama with a brighter shimmering shade.
- How To Use ? Apply less to the bottom portion of your eyelid. If you are using more than 3 colors blend well. Don’t take dark colors all the way to the top till the brow bone because that’s too much! Apply a color that compliments your eye color. Also adding shimmery colors just to the corners of the eye looks pretty too.
Inshort
Matte Eyeshadow
For creating a natural look, consider using mid-tone matte shades. Matte eyeshadows have a higher concentration of color and are an excellent choice for shaping and defining the eyes. Matte eyeshadows are more suited for mature skin.
Shimmer Eyeshadow
For sheer coverage, with a hint of sparkle, shimmer eyeshadow is the answer. Many glamorous colors are available and can be worn by women of all ages. Light shimmery colors are often used to highlight the eye area.
If fine lines and wrinkles are a concern, shimmery eyeshadow will not settle into your fine lines IF it’s not over applied.
So what do you like Shimmer Eyeshadow or Matte Eyeshadow?
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Nice article. I feel like matte eyeshadows get a bad blending wrap but my MAC matte shadows blend well.
Thank you dear :) You are right …. even I think mac n Inglot matte shadows blend well unlike many others !
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I used to love shimmer eyeshadows, recently I owned a sleek matte pallette which I adored, but I guess is better for the winter! In summer I prefer bright colors and shimmer!
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You are right dear… shimmer and bright colors work well for summer… <3 <3
Great post, very informative. I personally like to mix it up and I go for matte one day and shimmery the other.
Thanks a ton dear :) :) Even I love both shimmer and matte shadows….love to mix n match !
as long as it’s “clean” eyeshadow (talc-free, bizmuth-free etc.), I find good use for both! ;) what’s difficult, is to “learn” to use mineral pigments – they behave differently.
YOu are right dear ! Mineral Pigments can be difficult to work with ! :) :)
…and I’m still researching a clean alternative for a eye shadow base. because only silicones give you the best results yet (and I don’t want them anymore). tricky! :D
I love matte shades!!
Matte shades are my fav too :)
Nice post, love the table that you have put in the end.
Thanks a lot dear :) :) I’m glad you liked the table :)
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How we can used both matte & shimmer shadows at one time? Please help me.
Hello dear,
If you want to use both I suggest applying matte shade in the crease and shimmery shade all over your eyelids. Make sure you blend them together :-)
Should I buy an all matte pallette or a pallette that has a few of the same matte colors but a few shimmery too? I mostly wear it for everyday looks but once in a while go out
Hello Natasha,
Excellent question. I would recommend getting a palette that has both Matte and Shimmer eyeshadows. Matte shades are good transition shades (you can use in the crease), shimmer shadows can be used on lids depending on the look you are going for.