We have all been new to the makeup world some time or another and learnt everything by trial and error. One thing which comes in the mind of a person new to makeup is; affordable makeup products since they haven’t mastered any techniques and hence need affordable options to experiment and learn with.
And for anyone trying their hands on eye shadows, is to get a good eye shadow primer, that should be the prime objective. An eye shadow primer acts as a base for your eye shadow, makes the pigmentation of the eye shadow more visible and helps in the staying power of the eye shadow on your lids.
However, there aren’t many affordable options available in the Indian market. When I started using eye shadows, there were barely any primers available, even the costly ones.
So, I DIY-d my very own eye shadow primer and used it for ages till I got an actual eye shadow primer from the market. Hopefully, this will help anyone new to makeup or someone who wants to save some bucks on an eye shadow primer.
It consists of basic things which we all have lying around anyways. It works the same as any eye shadow primer in the market would.
What you’ll need:
Foundation
Concealer
Body Butter or Thick Moisturizer
Empty and Clean Tub
Toothpick
Starting with, you’d want to sanitize the tub you want to keep your primer in. I have used this old lip balm tub and sanitized it. You can even buy empty tubs similar to these online.
Step1
Initially, you want to pour some foundation in the tub, the foundation is the base of the product so you should use the most of it depending on how much eye primer you want to make. I am using this Foundation by the body shop in my eye shadow primer.
Step2
Next, put in a little concealer, use it lesser than the foundation, half than how much foundation you used to be precise. It will help in adding that little brightness in your eye shadow primer. I am using this Deliplus concealer I had got from Spain.
Step3
Finally, put a bit of body butter or thick body lotion, you shouldn’t use a light/thin consistency moisturizer since it would make the consistency of your eye primer runny.
The ratio of the moisturizer/body butter should be same or teeny less than the concealer. What the moisturizer does, is to retain the moisture on your lids underneath all that eye shadow. I am using this parachute body lotion.
The ratio you want to work in is 2:1:1 that is 2 parts foundation, 1 part concealer and 1 part moisturizer.
Step4
Mix it well with the help of a toothpick and store it away well. Always use a brush to apply the product to avoid spreading any germs and always pat some powder on top of the eye shadow primer to help it not to crease.
I wouldn’t really recommend making huge batches of the eye shadow primer. Make a batch that’ll not last you more than 1-2 months. You require a really small amount for each use.
Done
I have used this eye shadow primer for more than 8 hours and it lasted me without creasing or fading my eye makeup.
Editor’s Note: That sounds like a good eye primer. I would also recommend adding a little glycerine in place or addition to the body butter, just a tiny amount.
Colorbar is one of the leading cosmetics brand in India and offers an array of makeup products. I love the versatility of their range which consists of budget friendly to high end products and their quality is impeccable. From what Colorbar has started in India, it has come a long way and has some of the best products at reasonable price. One of the main reasons that draws me toward this brand is their availability. Of lately, we witnessed a lot of new launches and they completely kept us on our toes. Each one of them as good as can expect and we couldn’t help but lust them all. Therefore, I decided to do a list on the top 10 favorites or must-haves from Colorbar.
(Click on the links to read reviews or see swatches)
If you are a kohl kind of girl, you would fall head-over-heel on these kajals. It comes in 5 different matte colors and has a smudger sponge at the end. The colors are as rich, intense and pigmented as they can be and glides on the eyes like a dream. The creamy texture gives you enough time to carefully smudge and create a smoky look and then it settle down a clean matte look. It is extremely long lasting, even on oily eyelids and totally smudge proof and water poof all day long.
Colorbar I Glide Eye Pencils comes in 17 different colors. No amount of praise would be enough to define how beautiful these eye pencils are! They glide so smoothly on the eyes and great for everyday wear. It has the intense pigmentation and has both matte and glitter shades. It settles down to a semi-matte finish, extremely long lasting and water proof. They don’t flake or feels uncomfortable at all. Considering the price tag, it is one of the best creamiest eye pencil available in India. (P.S: I have Jaded and Prunella)
3. Colorbar Perfect Match Face Primer – 825 INR
Primer plays an essential role as a base makeup for a long lasting one. Colorbar Perfect Match Face Primer is considered one of the best budget friendly primer for oily skin in skin. It makes the skin smooth and provides a noticeable difference to the pores. It has somewhat a gel like consistency that sets in with a matte look. The smooth base it provides, help the foundation glide effortlessly and controls the unwanted shine. It also tones down certain blemishes and gives a natural radiance to the skin.
My Holy Grail lipsticks! I can literally rattle all day long to describe this beauty. My lip stash is full of Velvet Matte Lipsticks for every occasion. It has 29 shades in total and totally budget friendly. The creamy touch and a matte formula is what make the product stand out and it is quite long lasting on the lips. The colors do not bleed even when they are rich and pigmented. It also nourishes the lips with the presence of Vitamin E and feels comfortable even in winters.
5. Colorbar Zoom and Whoosh Mascara – 650 INR
Colorbar has the Zoom and Whoosh Mascara which not only adds volume and thickness but also lengthens the lashes. The black color is well pigmented and coats the lashes evenly without messing with the eye makeup. Only two coats of the product gives the drama and enhancement you desire for every look. The wand is great to apply the mascara and doesn’t clump at all. It also dries pretty fast without any smudging at all. A great mascara for a intense the eye makeup.
These are chubby wooden lip pencils which offers 17 stunning shades. The shades mostly has pinks and reds and you are sure to find a favorite here. The texture resembles that of a creamy one and it has a wet-matte finish. It is extremely hydrating and forgiving for dry and chapped lips as it has conditioning ingredients like Shea butter and vitamin E. The color pay off exceptional with just single coat and the color doesn’t bleed at all. There is no staining at all and also comes with a sharpener for free.
BB creams are such raving in the beauty industry. It reminds me of the quote ‘less is more’. They are not foundation yet provides such nice and smooth touch to the skin. Colorbar BB cream is one exceptional one which provides 4 different shades for different complexions and undertones. It blends flawlessly and sets onto the skin without looks patchy, ashy or uneven. It is light weight and hence you can easily wear it on summers and also in winter underneath a nice moisturizer.
8. Colorbar Nail Polish Exclusive – 175 INR
The most popular nail polish range of Colorbar and has a mammoth collection of 36 colors. One of the striking thing is that the nail lacquers are toluene and DBP free and does not yellow out nails. Majority of the shades are well pigmented and gives a nice color pay off with just 2 coats. The rich color and high sheen formula strengthens nails and keeps them moisturized. The bottle lasts long and the texture doesn’t thicken over the time. (P.S: They also have small sets of 3 based on a theme, looking forward to try the new French Manicure Kit. They have also launched a Speed Dry Top Coat)
9. Colorbar Deep Matte Lip Crème – 675 INR
One of the launches of Colorbar in the beginning of 2015 is the matte lip crèmes which are quite a rage. It comes in 10 gorgeous colors and packaging with the doe foot applicator. It settles down to a spotless matte finish with an intensely bright effect. Deep Matte Lip Crèmes are light weight and comfortable to wear. It also has moisturizing ingredients that prevents the lips from drying out and has a super long lasting formula. It survives snacks and drinks and requires very less touch ups. (P.S: I also love the Kiss Proof Lip Stains)
10. Colorbar Definer Lip Liner – 599 INR
These lip liners from Colorbar is very pretty and comes with its own customized sharpener. The overall packaging is very convenient and it has shades. The lip liners are very smooth and glides well on the lips with tug or pull. It has a nice matte texture that can also be worn alone underneath lip balm or on top of a gloss. The color are rich and deep in pigmentation and helps to bring out the best of any lipstick. This is another must-have product for every lipstick lover.
Do let me know your favorite product from Colorbar
Editor’s Note: Colorbar is one of my all time favourite brands especially for lipsticks and eye pencils! They make amazing eye and lip stuff, I also love their skincare. The Colorbar Fresh Start Water Cleanser is an amazing cleanser cum makeup remover and the Colorbar Stay The Day Finishing Mist is what I use to set my makeup all the time. Apart from that I have the Just Smoky Kajal in Green which I love and the Kiss Proof Lip Stains are also amazing! I have Mauve Dusk and eyeing the Haute Latte now. The Colorbar Lip Definer Pencil in Berry Roseis an absolute must have! I have the Jumbo Take Me As I Am in Flirtatious Pink and Sinful Orange. Also love the Matte Touch Lipsticks, have 2 from the Darkened Summer Collection. Colorbar Soft Touch Lipstick in Rougemarie is a deep berry shade which is an old buy but berry is quite IN currently 🙂 Colorbar eyeshadows are pretty decent too, see the swatches HERE. They have just launched the Eye shadow Sticks and I am looking forward to trying them, would review them soon.
