Furthermore, can I use concealer as eyeshadow primer?
You can use concealer as an eyeshadow base, but not as an eyeshadow primer. Here’s the difference: Eyeshadow primer is formulated to combat the oils produced by the eyelids which can break down and cause creasing of eyeshadows. It will not dry and will crease and will cause your eye shadow to crease too.
Also, should you set eyeshadow primer?
When you prime your eyes with an eye shadow primer, many people like to set the primer with a matte eye shadow that’s close to their skin tone. Once that shadow dries, it then makes it easier to blend any other shadows you layer on top.
Do you really need eyeshadow primer?
“Not everyone needs an eyeshadow primer,” Giaimo says. Giaimo also pointed out that primer is also only necessary depending on the type of eye shadow you’re planning on wearing. “Eye shadow primer is great for any eyeshadow look,” she comments, “but it especially improves the look and longevity of powder eyeshadows.”
How do you apply eye primer before makeup?
Smooth a small amount of eye shadow primer onto the entire lid with your fingertips, blending up and out toward the brow. Try to apply as close to the lash line as possible. Using a concealer brush or base brush, blend evenly.