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Thewet n wild MegaLast Eyeshadow Primeris an affordable drugstore option that was easy to apply and never creased.
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Eyeshadow can be a tricky makeup product.
Think of how you prepare your skin with amoisturizeror primer beforeapplying foundation.
To see if a good eyeshadow primer truly makes a difference, Itested15 over four weeks.
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I considered price point, formula, performance, and how it lengthened the wear of my eye makeup.
Here are the primers that stood out from the rest.
First, the product was very easy to apply, and it spread evenly, making eyeshadow program seamless.
It honestly feels like wearing nothingthe formula is so lightweight and leaves a smooth finish.
As a bonus, this product has multiple uses; it can also prime the under-eye area beforeapplying concealer.
But after a few tries, I figured out the perfect amount.
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This is a product that I feel would last me several months since a little goes areallylong way.
It is currently only available in one shade, so we hope Rare Beauty introduces more soon.
First, they can be worn alone or layered with other eyeshadows.
Simply apply the primer using the doe foot applicator and blend it out with your fingers or abrush.
The formula is slightly tinted and has a bit of a shimmer to it.
Here are the factors I considered while testing:
There are several ways to apply eyeshadow primers.
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Dont be afraid to experiment with different software methods and find the one thats best for you.
This depends on the primer’s formula, says Mignano.
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