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    The cat that got the cream

    Updated:31 Aug 2014 9:46 PM | Posted by
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    So the regular beauties around here will all be aware of my slight issue with my LML (Lack of Mobile Lid) – in that my eyes are just too shallow-set to be able to do too much with eye make-up. You have to understand that for me, this is almost the equivalent of a doctor with no ears for a stethoscope (okay, maybe I’m being a little dramatic there…)

    I go to great lengths to be able to find new ways to doll up my eyes, and one thing that I’ve found works really well for me that doesn’t always go well for others is cream eyeshadow. Let me explain why.

    As my lids are quite shallow, I don’t have many lines around the socket, and what is cream eyeshadow’s biggest downfall? That’s right, settling into lines and creases! Cue big Cheshire Cat-like grin.

    But don’t fret; people with PML (Plenty of Mobile Lid) can also experience the joys of a silky, shimmery cream shadow too. Want to know how? Simply prep your eyelids with a great primer. I suggest Bare Escentuals bareMinerals Prime Time Eye Primer, which provides a smooth, crease-free canvas for your eye make-up.

    Next, take to your lid with a creamy shadow, starting with a thin layer and building up intensity to your taste (we love Bobbi Brown Long-Wear Cream Shadow for it’s long-wear smear-free formula.) Just try not to blink for a few seconds after application! To finish your look, dab some finishing powder over your shadow. A translucent shade will ensure the colour isn’t muted. Napoleon Perdis Translucent Loose Powder is perfect for this (and lasts ages.)

    What is your trick for dazzling eyes everytime?

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    32 Member Comments

    Yohanna 21 Dec 2016 2:12 PM

    Would love to try Bobbi Brown! To have dazzling eyes? I use Surratt curler for those glam looking lashes (pops open the peppers like nothing else!) and some bright coloured eyeliner (in dusts, pencils...whatever)

    annieleex 2 Apr 2016 5:58 PM

    Great article!

    talk-a-lot 31 Aug 2014 10:32 AM

    The Bobbi Brown Cream Eyeshadow looks and sounds divine, love to try it.

    Petal 1 Jul 2013 5:22 AM

    Thank you Liv for explaining the virtues of Bobbi Brown's cream eye shadow. I too don't have much eye lid space.

    apple8 7 Oct 2012 11:43 AM

    White on inner corners of eye and shimmer on brow bone, and a shimmery silver eye shadow as background.

    FeatheredBeauty 7 Jun 2012 3:37 AM

    I love coloured liner. Unfortunately I have far too much mobile lid so I can't go without eye primer at all if I want my eyemakeup to stay put for longer than 2 minutes.

    Beautalicious 13 Oct 2010 9:12 PM

    A very thin line with a brown eye liner, little bit of vaseline for a glossy glow and a coat of mascara. Simple yet elegant. If I make my eye area to heavy/busy my whole look is ruined. I have tried so many times, simple works best for me look.

    Lovely2 7 Oct 2010 4:06 AM

    Preping eyes with UDPP and smokey eyeshadow with liquid eyeliner, eye pencil in noir on the waterline with heaps of mascara and highlighter on the brow bone.

    Meibo 27 Sep 2010 5:18 AM

    dont use benefit's creaseless cream eyeshadows though. they dont do a very good job so unless you're happy to do touch ups from a colour that you absolutely love, stay away.

    peachsbeauty 26 Sep 2010 12:48 PM

    Highlight the brow bone; bit of white in the inner corners and tightline to make your lashes look thicker (:

    Dozenroses 23 Sep 2010 9:55 PM

    Loving your awesome tips Olivia, thank you! I would also like to suggest using Benefit's cream shadows as they are quite pigmented and very easy to apply.

    Fashionista8P 23 Sep 2010 12:00 PM

    great tips liv..

    Blissful Beauty 23 Sep 2010 8:48 AM

    Oops, let me try that again. I find using highlighter under my eyes and on my brow bone gives me dazzling eyes every time. Thanks for these great tips, Liv! : )

    Blissful Beauty 23 Sep 2010 8:42 AM

    Great tips, Liv. I like to find using highlighter under my eyes and on my brow bone makes my peepers pop. : )

    Dee255 23 Sep 2010 7:19 AM

    Purple eyeliner - it makes my eyes look SUPER green.

    bh's Olivia Mackinnon 23 Sep 2010 6:07 AM

    So sorry SimSta, it looks as though it's okay now though? Thanks for the tips beauties, i'll have to get to trying a few of those! x

    Dreamy 23 Sep 2010 5:17 AM

    I love to experiment with my eyeshadows. I love to wear teal, purple and smoky eyes these days with eyepencil on lower lid and liquid eyeliner on the upper eyelid with lots of mascara.

    Elle09 23 Sep 2010 2:56 AM

    Ohhh I agree with you Goddess, white eyeliner on the inner lower lids really makes eyes looks fab!! xoxo

    GoddessMagick 23 Sep 2010 2:46 AM

    Yay, glad the comments are working again :) Great ideas here! I am yet to try cream eyeshadow but think it might be a great idea as I do have crinkly lids and dry skin so even a cream blush would be great. I have seen Bobbi B's cream blush and love some of the colours :) My trick for dazzling eyes- white liner on the inner rime and/or inner corner to brighten up a tired eye!

    Elle09 23 Sep 2010 2:22 AM

    Hi Olivia, Great tips! I'm like Melmeko...I haven't been into cream-based eyeshadows until recently. And I really agree that eye primer is a must! Ohhh dear, Looks like some beauties have had trouble commenting! I hope my comment come up...here goes nothing girls...Ahhhhh.......

    SimSta 23 Sep 2010 1:57 AM

    It's stuffing up again Liv!

    Remko 23 Sep 2010 1:51 AM

    And again now it says I'm Remko...I'M SIMSTA!! Lol :)

    Remko 23 Sep 2010 1:50 AM

    Weird! I just posted a comment and I'm SimSta and it says that I'm Sumaya...what's up?!

    Sumaya 23 Sep 2010 1:47 AM

    I can't go wrong with eyeliner on the inner rim of the eye. I have PML so lining my upper lid can be a bit tricky cos if it's not straight it is very noticable. I like to apply eyeshadow where you normally apply the eyeliner on the upper lid and it looks great.

    melmeko 23 Sep 2010 1:36 AM

    YAY glad to see it is back to normal again when making comments, thanks Olivia :)

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