mAyBeLLiNe's EyE StuDiO EyEsHaDoW QuAd ***

The only eyeshadow palette that you'll find sleeping in my kikay kit. Presenting, the most abused one, my Maybelline Eye Studio Eyeshadow Quad!



From Maybelline's Website:
Rich color. Smooth feel. Now silk makes shadow new again. Our exclusive formula with silk pigments creates the ultimate shadow texture and luminosity.

For Best Result:

"SUBTLE CHIC LOOK"
Illuminate– sweep lightest shade all over eye using wider side of applicator, from lash line to brow bone.
Blend – apply second shade across full lid; using tapered end of brush, add shade to lower lash line for depth.
Emphasize – sweep third shade from inner corner to middle of lid.
Contour – line darkest shade on upper lash line with tapered end of brush for added intensity.

"HIGH IMPACT LOOK"
Illuminate – sweep lightest shade all over eye using wider side of applicator, from lash line to brow bone.
Emphasize – blend second shade from inner corner to middle of lid.
Intensify – apply third shade from outer corner to middle of lid; line upper and lower lash for extra pop.
Deepen – add darkest shade in crease and line upper and lower lash line for more impact.

Likes:

• gives my eyes intensity at its best
• makes my eyes pop
• love the color that i chose (i think i got the "Give Me Gold" color)
• texture is very soft and light
• does not make my eyes feel heavy
• color pay-off is really great
• gives me that vibrant color even without an eye primer
  
• blends easily
• gives off that shimmery look for the eye
• packaging is good
• locally available

Dislikes:

• too shimmery if not used properly
• glitters all over the cheek area after application
• expensive (for a quad i think)
• can easily break due to its texture (too powdery)
• applicator is not really useful (for me, hehehe, but read till very end to find out how you can use this effectively)

Tips:

• if applying this quad, better use with a brush to achieve that classy blended look.
• place a tissue or any paper that will protect your cheeks from the fall-outs of this quad as this will really stick to your cheek area and you'll find it so hard to take the shimmer out.
• use the applicator which comes with this quad to apply the lightest shade to your tear duct area for a more vibrant eye look (this method will brighten your eyes).
• don't use too much of this if you don't like your eyes to appear like a shimmering disco ball.
• i don't really recommend this for day use as the sun which reflects natural light on your eyes will make it appear more glittery.
• better use this quad for evening parties, clubbings, and gigs.
  

Overall, i really like this product, why shouldn't i when it brings out the best of my eyes right?
Although i must say that this product is pricey compared to such brands as E.L.F., Elianto, or Nichido, the price you'll pay is worth of what you'll get from this. Good thing for me because i bought this when maybelline had their sale (20% off the original price maybe? not so sure), as a matter of fact, i bought other product from them too. So if you're a make-up addict like me, why not get this right?

Total Damage: P400.00+ (not so sure anymore, i forgot.)