Matte, iridescent or glitter eyeshadow, pencils for the eyes or simple line of liner , there are many variations of eye shadow fixatives. Which one to choose according to the product, a small guide to find oneself in the jungle of eye primer ...

Which eye shadow fixative to use if ...

  • I wear nude eye shadow?

If your eye makeup is very often limited to nude shades, from beige to pale pink to light browns, opt for an eye primer in the universal shade. Its formula will adapt to your complexion and the fixer will have a basic function, to prolong the makeup of your makeup, prevent it from letting go and intensify a little shades. You can also choose an eye primer suitable for your complexion, which you have chosen as a foundation, opting for the color closest to your complexion.

  • I wear purple, purple or gray eyeshadow?

With these cool shades, you can favor a slightly pink eyeshadow fixative, which will intensify the colors chosen.

  • I wear gold or copper eyeshadow?

With these warm shades, we put on gold fixers or even sequined, which will come to emphasize and intensify gold tints of eye makeup.

  • I wear colorful eyeshadow?

There are of course colored eyeshadow fixers, which can be in the same colors as your makeup or be in a complementary hue. Most of these bases can also be used alone, with just a dash of eyeliner to underline the hue. But for those looking for a more powerful effect, the black eyeshadow are perfect: under any bright colors, they intensify the makeup and bring out the hues used. They are therefore ideal for a dark smoky eyes .

Side material, which eyeshadow fixer use if ...

  • I wear matte eyeshadow?

For matte eyeshadow, use neutral fixatives. Choose them according to your complexion: if you have matte skin , prefer beiges and if your skin is clear, prefer pink bases. You can also opt for universal shades.

  • I wear iridescent eyeshadow or glitter?

If you're looking to intensify the shine of your eyeshadow, choose an iridescent eye shadow fixator, specially designed for eye shadow and glitter. Once blurred on the eyelid, we still see a little base. It can therefore be self-sufficient if you simply want to illuminate and open your eyes, without necessarily adding makeup over it. The advantage of these fixatives for iridescent makeup is that they avoid having to put a lot of makeup for this to be seen.

Finally, the same rules and explanations apply for pencils for eyes or liners. All you have to do is follow these tips!