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Can you recommend an eyeshadow primer?

31 replies

BarelyHeathrow · 21/01/2019 14:22

I'm currently using up Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion which I don't really like. It's too thick and pale. I've used their anti-ageing one before and that was better but now I'm coming to the end of my tube of Primer Potion I'm on the lookout for something better.

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twostepsister · 21/01/2019 15:49

Nars pro prime smudge proof eyeshadow base is excellent, I used to use Urban Decay primer but it just wasn't doing the job. Nars lasts all day and keeps my eyeshadow in place, no crepes or smudges.
www.johnlewis.com/nars-pro-prime-smudge-proof-eyeshadow-base/neutral/p3833350

mintmagnummm · 21/01/2019 17:03

Was just coming on to say nars! I didn't get on with urban decay either

mintmagnummm · 21/01/2019 17:04

The nars one I use is the original which is white but blends to translucent, but they also do tinted ones now too

TheMarbleFaun · 21/01/2019 20:01

I use the NYX proof it in the white tube I think it's good

fizznchips · 21/01/2019 20:07

I've been using the Avon one for a few years now - my eyelids are really greasy but it works really well. Usually £7 but often on offer for £4

IloveJudgeJudy · 21/01/2019 20:49

I second nyx.

MustardMonster · 21/01/2019 20:55

NYX in the White tube is the best I've used. I've re-bought it several times!

BarelyHeathrow · 21/01/2019 22:28

Thanks everyone.

How to choose between Nars and NYX?!

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Judystilldreamsofhorses · 21/01/2019 22:45

Nars here too. Excellent stuff.

Palestperson · 21/01/2019 22:46

I absolutely love the Rimmel one. It’s way better than the Urban Decay one - I was really surprised at how good it it. My eye makeup doesn’t budge all day and on the odd occasion that I’ve fallen asleep with it on, most of it is still in place in the morning. It’s only about £3.99 or something.

WineNotTea · 21/01/2019 22:47

I just use my face primer on my eyes, should I be using a specific eye primer?

NotTheQueen · 21/01/2019 23:05

MAC paint pot in painterly - eyeshadow stays put all day and much of the night

WorriedMum11 · 21/01/2019 23:21

I was coming on to say Urban Decay -
Deffo not Bobbi Brown or NYX.

I may give Nars a go - but most MUAs I know use the urban decay one - mine lasts for hours and hours !! All day and night!

bionicnemonic · 21/01/2019 23:24

I just use face foundation. As shown to me by a make up artist. Works perfectly

Ollivander84 · 22/01/2019 10:42

This is meant to be good, I'm going to get the shade milk after I've used up my Plouise primer
http://shop-gelisybeauty.co.uk/product/gelisy-base-creme/

BusterGonad · 22/01/2019 15:43

I use my face primer, then foundation then a quick going over with face powder if I'm using a powder eyeshadow if a cream straight from primer to cream.

Karcheer · 22/01/2019 16:06

Mac paint pot in painterly... another vote here.

BarelyHeathrow · 22/01/2019 16:35

Oooh - more suggestions. Thanks!

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CoffeeTableBook · 22/01/2019 16:37

Urban decay does different versions of the primer potion now. You can get a shimmery one, a paler matte one, or a skin toned one etc.

tasharichford · 22/01/2019 17:03

Another for Mac paint pot in painterly.

sanitygirl · 22/01/2019 17:25

I like this one from e.l.f - you can get it Superdrug. www.superdrug.com/e-l-f-/e-l-f-Shadow-Lock-Eye-Primer-Sheer/p/735260#pdp__details Cheap and cheerful, and doesn't irritate my eyes like the ones with silicone do. Kiko also do an excellent eye base as part of their seasonal collection - they might still have it on sale in store.

70isaLimitNotaTarget · 22/01/2019 18:33

I have a Bare Minerals one (called 5B or something) which doubles as an eyeshadow but it is quite occlusive

Also got a Barbara Daly one which is lighter and more skin tone.

I quite fancy buying the W7 Lemon Meringue (which looks a dupe for Benefits 'LemonAid' )

TheCag · 22/01/2019 18:46

I also use the Mac paint pot in painterly.

Destinysdaughter · 22/01/2019 19:04

I have oily eyelids and honestly this stuff is brilliant, my eyeshadow stays on all day with it!

www.boots.com/lanacane-anti-chafing-gel-30g-10071974

Sparkletastic · 22/01/2019 19:11

Nars. The original formulation. Way better than UD or any dupes.