Estée Lauder Pure Color Shadow.

First they introduced Pure Color Gloss, now they are onto eye shadow. Estée Lauder is kicking it up another notch with the launch of this new line of eye shadows, called Pure Color Shadow.

Pure Color Shadow is a brilliant collection of 48 highly pigmented shades, that come in 4 dynamic finishes. The collection again comes from world-renowned makeup artist and Estée Lauder Creative Makeup Director Tom Pecheux.  Just like the Pure Color Gloss, the shadows use the Lauder exclusive True Vision™ Technology which incorporates intense pigments into the shadow for saturated, color rich application. Couple that technology with the four different finishes – matte, satin, luminous and metallic – your eyes will be bright, bold and illuminated.

When asked about the creation of these new shadows, Pecheux said, "I think eyeshadow brings to a woman a lot of self-confidence and power. The new Pure Color EyeShadow shades and finishes are sensual and powerful and I love them. These are definitely my babies."

The finishes:

  • MATTE: Jet milled coated pigments provide a contemporary, suede-like finish
  • SATIN: A low lustre texture combined with a refined luminosity creates a soft, sophisticated sheen
  • LUMINOUS: Prismatic light-reflecting pearls provide a chic, lustrous sparkle (listed as Shimmer on the EL website)
  • METALLIC: Flattened and round pearls are paired to create intense, vivacious drama

To see the 48 eye shadow shades, visit the Pure Color Shadow page over on EsteeLauder.com. From the palest pink to the richest brown, blue and smoky gray, the shade you crave is there. Each Pure Color Shadow retails for $20 and is available now online and at all Estée Lauder counters nationwide.

*Press sample(s) of the product(s) featured was provided by brand or brand representative for editorial consideration.

MAKE UP FOR EVER Aqua Cream.

Summer time means I am using a lot of waterproof and water resistant products. Some are great and I highlight them here. Many are sub-par, especially when it comes to eye shadows. I find that many of the waterproof shadows don't last without starting to cake or crease throughout the day. Such is NOT the case with these new creamy beauties from MAKE UP FOR EVER.

Meet Aqua Cream. A very smooth and creamy, super long-lasting, waterproof, crease proof, full of pigment eye lip and cheek creams.  If you are looking for all of those requirements, then you may have found your new best friend.

Aqua Cream comes in the following 21 shades, listed as safe for lips and cheeks or eyes and cheeks:

Shades for Lips and Cheeks

  • #5 Peach
  • #6 Fresh Pink
  • #7 Fuchsia
  • #8 Red
  • #9 Coral
  • #10 Orange

Shades for Eyes and Cheeks

  • #1 Anthracite
  • #2 Steel
  • #3 Silver
  • #4 Snow
  • #11 Gold
  • #12 Golden Copper
  • #13 Warm Beige
  • #14 Satin Brown
  • #15 Taupe
  • #16 Pink Beige
  • #17 Plum
  • #18 Purple
  • #20 Intense Blue
  • #21 Turquoise
  • #22 Emerald Green

Aqua Cream is available now at Sephora only, where each one is $22.00.

*Press sample(s) of the product(s) featured was provided by brand or brand representative for editorial consideration.

A Neutral Eye Shadow Kit for Naturally Flawless Eyes.

Too Faced's new Natural Eye Neutral Eye Shadow Collection contains everything you need to create a pretty, soft and yes, a sexy natural eye. This kit was created by Too Faced's creative director Jerrod Blandino as the answer to those of use who want to kick natural up just a bit.

This all-inclusive kit includes nine essential shadows that you can use all over the lid, highlighting, lining, defining and even smudging. Plus, the kit contains three very easy-to-follow cards with step-by-step instructions and great application tips. Three different looks can be created, or of course, you can mix or match to your hearts content.

If you have not ever tried any of the shadows from Too Faced, I urge you to give them a try, and I think that this kit is a great place to start. Their shadows are very rich in pigment, so the color you see is the true color payoff you get. The shadows are silky smooth, blend with ease, and last all day.

The Natural Eye Kit is available for $34.00 at Sephora and Too Faced.