Thursday, December 13, 2012

Central Basics: Cosmetic Eye Shadow

By Haywood Hunter


Cosmetic eye shadow is a makeup product that is often applied under the eyebrows and onto the eyelids. It is often worn to many they eyes stand out or appear more attractive. This product is manufactured by numerous companies and is available in a wide range of colors and finishes.

The shadow adds dimension and depth to the eye. It may also complement the eye color, drawing attention to the eyes. The product is mostly usually made from mica and powder. However, it may come in pencil, mousse or liquid form.

All around the world, civilizations have long used this makeup product. It is predominately adorned by women, though some men may choose to wear it as well. It is considered a feminine product in many western societies, despite male usage. Most women are born with a space between their eyebrows and eyelashes that is twice as big as that of a man.

More often than not, eye shadow is applied in an effort to improve the appearance of an individual. Essentially, it tries to mimic the natural shadow created on the eyes. Plays and other theatrical performances often utilize this type of makeup to add a dramatic effect, using non-traditional colors, textures and patterns.

Shadow can be applied in many different ways. How this is done depends greatly on the formulation or the desired appearance. Small brushes or fingertips are commonly used for application. An important step in applying the makeup is blending it well. Eye makeup remover and wipes, baby oil and face washing are effective ways to remove the product from the skin.

This product is available in various stores. At a makeup store, technicians can offer helpful advice on how to select and wear the product. They may offer you special tricks and tips and suggest a specific shade that complements your skin type or tone. Some people wear numerous colors on their lid at one time to create a certain effect or add to their complete look. There is no set way of how to wear this kind of makeup.

Cosmetics date far back. In fact, eye shadow goes as far back as 10,000 BC, when the Egyptians regularly carried out burials. In Egypt, oils and ointments have long been used to treat skin. Likewise, paints and dyes have been used to change the appearance of the body and hair. Egyptians, both men and women, use henna to stain their nails, rouged their lips and cheeks, and used kohl to line their eyes and eyebrows. Greeks also used cosmetics early on. They are known for using glosses, dye, powders, perfumes and eye shadows. The Romans dabbled in cosmetics, they used face paint to ward off evil eyes and utilized oils, gums and resins for medicinal, cosmetic and religious purposes.

Sericite, preservatives, magnesium stearate, mica and colorants are common ingredients in eyes shadows. Fillers are usually made from talc, liquid binders from silicone, and dry binders from magnesium stearate. In order to create this product, there must be a perfect balance between the fillers and binders, both liquid and dry. When that formula has been reached, the shadow may be pressed and finished. Quality of cosmetic eye shadow depends upon its manufacturing source.




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