The eyeshadow primer can be applied with a makeup brush.
Eyeshadow primer is a cosmetic used to coat the eyelids prior to eyeshadow application so that makeup can be applied in a smooth, even layer that stays in place on the eyelid. Some people find that shadow wrinkles appear during the day as a result of simple blinking and normal eye movements. Primer works to prevent these creases from appearing and can also help increase the vibrancy of your eyeshadow color.
Cosmetic companies sell not only eyeshadow primers, but also primers for other areas of the face.
Most types of eyeshadow primers come in a small tube or bottle and are applied with a soft-ended brush or wand. A concealer brush can also be used to apply it. While there are slight variations in foundation colors, most come in shades that match most skin tones. That’s because the purpose of primer isn’t to accent your lids with color, but rather to prepare them for the shadow that will serve that purpose.
Eyeshadow primer gives shadows added on top a stronger surface to adhere to.
Although the primer has a slightly wet consistency, it dries quickly after application. To ensure proper drying, the cosmetic should be applied in a thin, even layer. After drying, you are left with a smooth, even surface that will take the shade well and work to hold it in place. The principle behind using eyeshadow primer is quite similar to the principle behind using primer on a wall: creating an even layer of product coats the structure below and creates a better surface for the top layer of product.
It’s a good idea to choose a neutral colored base that can be used on most shades of eyeshadow.
This cosmetic can be especially important for people who spend their days in hot or humid climates. Moisture or sweat condensation on the eyelids can cause eyeshadow to crease, shift, and even smudge, and using a primer can prevent this from happening. The product can also be important for people who like to wear very dramatic eyeshadows that, if smudged, can go from pretty to messy in the blink of an eye. By simply holding eyeshadow in place, primer eliminates this problem.