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Shimmering Stardust Eyeshadow By Urban Decay Review | Highly Pigmented Shadows Blend Well & Glide On

Sunday, October 17th, 2010

Urban Decay Stardust EyeshadowUrban Decay has devised a shimmering set of eye shadows for spring 2010 called Stardust. These shades aren't for the faint heart! Apparently there is even more glitter than ever before, 40% more to be exact says Urban Decay.

The 9 different shades are listed below:

  • Space Cowboy- shimmering champagne beige
  • Bobby Dazzle- shimmery white
  • Griffith -shimmery yellow green
  • Diamond- shimmering brown
  • 54-sparkly purple
  • Retrograde- shimmering deep purple with a tinge of red
  • Atmosphere- shimmery bright blue
  • Moon spoon-sparkly greyish mauve
  • Void-greyish black with sparkles (like the night sky)

The stardust set has been designed not to have big chunks of glitter that gets every where, it should stay put. The eyeshadow has a long last formula and should glide onto your eye lids with ease. The amount of product you get has doubled compared to the other Urban Decay shadows.

Users Conclusions

Pros

  • Shimmery
  • Blends well
  • Glides on easily

Cons

  • Glitter fall out ( only a small amount but enough to notice)

Tips

To get less glitter fall out from an eye shadow try using a damp sponge to apply it. Stardust would work well for a sexy shimmering smokey eye look. I personally think void and retrograde would work well together.

Ingredients

All shades contain: Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Dimethicone, Talc, Zinc Stearate, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Octyldodecyl Stearate, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol.

To Sum Up

A nice selection of colors that most ladies love, unfortunately they aren't as pigmented as Urban Decay promise. Still very desirable though, personally I prefer more subtle shades anyway.

There is a small amount of fall out also which lets stardust down, although if used with a damp sponge fall out should lesson.

Even though Urban Decay have doubled the amount of product you get for Stardust shadow, it is still expensive at $20 for one shade.

To see a color swatch on skin visit: http://www.temptalia.com/urban-decay-stardust-eyeshadow-review-photos-swatches

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A Best Seller Eyeshadow Primer Potion by Urban Decay Review | Long Lasting & Crease Proof

Friday, October 1st, 2010

Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer PotionUrban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion has a unique veil shaped like a genie bottle in a cute lilac shade.

The primer is devised to provide a totally translucent base that should glide on easily, this is promised by Urban Decay to make eyeshadow smoother to apply, appear more vibrant and last longer without creasing.

Apparently the potion has been improved with its new bent wand, this is designed to make applications smoother and easier.

The ingredients suggest this may not appeal to the more Eco friendly patron as it contains some synthetic ingredients.

Users Conclusions

Below I have summarized users opinions of Urban Decay's Eyeshadow Primer Potion:

Pros

  • No flaking or fading
  • No creasing
  • Lightweight creamy texture
  • Non sticky
  • Colors appear more vibrant

Cons

  • A little expensive
  • wand applicator isn't very effective
  • Doesn't work for oily lids ( according to a few reviews)

Ingredients

Isododecane, Talc, Cyclopentasiloxane, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Trihydroxystearin, Triethylhexanoin, Isopropyl Lanolate, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, VP/Eicosene Copolymer, Dimethicone, PEG-40 Stearate, Propylene Carbonate, Phenoxyethanol, Cera Alba (Beeswax), Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Propylparaben, Methylparaben, Ethylparaben, Butylparaben, Methicone, Isobutylparaben. May Contain: Mica, CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide), CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499 (Iron Oxides), CI 77163 (Bismuth Oxychloride).

To Sum Up

The majority of patrons adored this potion as it made their eyeshadow last all day without fading or creasing.

However, a few users found it didn't work for them at all, this was mainly ladies with oily lids. They said it didn't make any difference to their eyeshadow, some even said it made the shadow crease more.

The primer is also a little lavishly priced at $18 but most users said it does last a long time, so its worth the price.

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Honey Flavored Body Powder by Urban Decay Review | Shimmering, Edible & Gives a Natural Glow

Saturday, September 25th, 2010

Urban Decay Flavored Body Powder - HoneyHoney flavored body powder by Urban decay is devised to give the skin a shimmering glow that's good enough to eat, literally! It can be applied onto the face, arms anywhere.

The powder comes in a gold container with a signature leopard print buffer puff, very saucy. Personally I really like this product, it is good for a bit of fun.

I'm reviewing the honey powder which tastes and smells of honey, though not an over powering smell. Urban Decay also made this powder in Chocolate and Marshmallow flavors too, yummy!

Users Conclusions

Below I have listed the opinions of people using the honey flavored body powder:

Pros

  • Long lasting shimmer and glow
  • Tastes great
  • Smells sweet
  • Fun and flirty

Cons

  • Rubs off on clothes
  • Hard to spread evenly (one users said)

To Sum Up

Most patrons relish this powder as they say it tastes magnificent and they also like the natural shimmering glow it provides.

One problem that a few users had was it seemed to transfer easily onto clothes but one fanatic did suggest applying a smaller amount, as she found that helped. There was a couple of ladies who found it hard to apply the powder evenly over their body.

The price is average at $26, it could be fun to try if its within the budget.

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Urban Decay Liquid Eyeliner Review | 24 Hour Wear, Smudge Proof & Quick Drying

Sunday, August 22nd, 2010

Urban Decay Liquid EyelinerUrban Decay Liquid Liner Eyeliner is designed to last all day and night without smudging. It comes in 14 different shades from black, a shimmering neutral or a sparkling bright color.

The bottle itself has been designed for ease of use due to the shape of the lid, it should fit in your hand nicely. The formula should dry quickly for less risk of smudging and should have a subtle shine.

I personally love the effect of a liquid eyeliner, but applying it isn't always easy I know, but practice makes perfect. When perfected it looks gorgeous!

This liner does sound like a good buy if you are looking for that shiny and glossy style, which is popular for a night town with a bit of glamor. Urban Decay is a well known brand among younger circles, although its products are sometimes a little over priced.

Users Conclusions

Pros

  • Glossy finish
  • Worth the price
  • Great definition
  • Easy to use
  • Quick drying
  • Doesn't smudge

Cons

  • Brush is a little big for smaller eyes
  • Not good for everyday wear as too shiny

Ingredients

Water (Aqua), PEG 75 Lanolin, Propylene Glycol, Beeswax (Cera Alba), Cetearyl Alcohol, Polybutene, Polysorbate 20, Triethanolamine, Shellac, Phenoxyethanol, Xanthan Gum, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Simethicone, May Contain (+/-): Mica, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), Ferric Ferrocyanide (CI 77510), Ultramarines (CI 77007), Blue 1 Lake (CI 42090), Chromium Oxide Greens (CI 77288), Carmine (CI 75470), Yellow 5 Lake (CI 19140).

Tips

To get a more defined line use the very tip of the brush, or if you like a thicker line lay the brush flat. It will look better if you can make the line in one sweep, it takes a steady hand and practice but its worth it for gorgeous eyes.

To Sum Up

Urban Decay has pulled in good reviews for this liquid eyeliner with most users impressed with the precision and ease of use. However, a few ladies found the brush a little big for small eyes.

If you can, try and test it before you buy. This eyeliner is quite pricey at $18 considering some brands cost as little as $10 and can be just as good.

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Urban Decay Heavy Metal Glitter Eyeliner Review | Sparkly Rock Star Liquid Eyeliner

Monday, August 9th, 2010

Urban Decay Rock Star Liquid EyelinerUrban Decay Heavy Metal Glitter Eyeliner is a sparkly eye liner designed to make you look like a rock star. It has a thin brush, so you can paint on a very precise line. The eye liner should dry quickly, once dry it should not smudge or flake.

Heavy Metal Glitter Eyeliner comes in a wide range of colors so you should be able to find the perfect rock star color for you, if that's your thing?

Geeta .K from mystyle.com says it is very sparkly but looks better when applied with an eye shadow.

Alicia .G from mystyle.com says heavy metal glitter eyeliner goes on very easy but doesn't have a lot of pigment so looks better over a normal eyeliner.

Tips

When applying, only apply one coat at a time and let it dry before applying the next coat. Else it might course the first layer to smudge or come off all together.

Ingredients

Water (Aqua), Polyethylene Terephthalate, Propylene Glycol, Glycerine, Acrylates Copolymer, PVP, Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract (Carrot), Prunus Persica Fruit Extract (Peach), Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract (Cucumber), Polyurethane 11, PVM/MA Decadiene Crosspolymer, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Hydroxide, Pheonoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Ethylparaben, Butylparaben, Propylparaben, Isobutylparaben.

If you want to look like a rock star you can buy Urban Decay Heavy Glitter Eye Liner for $18. Which is expensive compared to a lot of other brands.

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