When I was in 'Murica earlier this year I had a little (long) moment in CVS. It was a special time for me. I think I lost myself in those isles for a while, floating around in a sate of bliss amongst the various (normally unavailable to me) beauty bits. One of things that made it's way into my basket was the Physicians Formula Matte Collection Quad Eyeshadow. I'm glad it did.
I did my research before I flew from this land of tea and biscuits across the pond to the home of cola and cookies. I had a list. I had goals. I got distracted.
I like to use the lightest shade in the corner of my eyes and under my brows. The lighter of the taupe shades I sweep across the lid with the darker taupe in the crease and under my bottom lash line. The dark grey I like to use around the outer corners of my eye in a smoked out sorta way and sometimes I'll run it under my bottom lashes on top of the dark taupe or on its own. I just love this palette. It's a compact 'everything you really need' kinda quad. Swatches below. Thought I'd do in shade and sunshine, just so you really get a feel for the sucka!
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| Note that the grey is more grey than this (see the shade swatch). |
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| My skin tone looks like that of a zombie in this ^. 'I'M GUNA EAT YOUR BRAINS AND GAIN YOU'RE KNOWLEDGE.' - Name that film!!!! The swatches are accurate though. Promise. |
So yeah. It's awesome. Not much else to say and for just over $7 this is some crazy value for money! If you love a good matte like myself then go. Buy. Be happy. xxx
Awesome read, yet again. Being from 'Murrrricaaa, it is sometimes hard to find good quality products for a decent price. Especially when you are from smaller cities. Not every name brand store and product is at your fingertips. I have adapted and managed to find some comfort products for myself, but of course that is a lot of trial and error at the price of beauty. I have never heard of this brand before, but $7 you say?! CVS?! For a product that price, I think it is time to venture out and try something new. Woot woot!
ReplyDeleteAre there any other eye shadow shades you are a fan of? I've been just dill dallying around with different combinations for shits and giggles.
Thanks again!
Hey Ashley!
DeleteThe wet n wild eye shadows are pretty darn good considering their super cheap price tag. The glittery shades have quite a bit of fall out so just be careful when applying. If you use them with a good primer though then once they are on they stick! :)
(full review coming soon)
Long live 'murrricaaa!!!!
Jx
Hey, this reminds me of the Naked Basics palette! I love me some good ol' basic mattes. This quad seems really great for accompanying other eyeshadow palettes! They actually sell Physician's formula where I live, but at hideously jacked up prices. I need to give some of their stuff a go!
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Ah naked basics. I love it so! There's definitely a couple of shades I use more than any other though. Wish you were able to replace individual pans in the palette. One day maybe?! xxx
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ReplyDeleteAnother amazing article! Your blog is my favourite, all the products you promote are always awesome. I love how witty your blog is, and you're a real inspiration! Keep being totally awesome!
Lots of love, Emma. Xx
Emma!
DeleteYou have no idea how much this comment cheered me up today. Thank you. Thank you so much :) xxx
Looks like a really nice-all you need palette, and it's matt and not too big :) Do you use a primer underneath it?
ReplyDeleteHow long has your list been? :D
And - Doctor Block scares the living **** out of me!!
Elli X
Nice work on the reference ;)
DeleteI usually use a primer but I've not used one with this a bunch of times and it still lasts pretty much all day! Jx
This just looks fantastic. I absolutely love matte eyeshadows, I will definitely check them out when I go to the US. I also tend to have a moment (HOURS) in American drugstores, they are truly an experience. Did you have any chance to go to Target?
ReplyDeleteI wiiiiish I'd had a chance to go to Target! Damn. Maybe next time. I can almost seen the fluorescent lighting... x
DeleteJust found your blog and read all of the posts! haha its awesome!
ReplyDeleteI instantly knew i'd love it all when i read your about section. It was the Disney love and board games that I knew you'd get me.
haha anyways, I really enjoyed this post. Made me think about all the things I'm missing out on when I go to CVS! I think some new eyeshadow is in order.
-Ash
Haha! Thank you Ashley! Deffo have a look about in CVS there are some wicked things hiding in there.
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Hi!
ReplyDeleteI know it's off the subject but how did you become an art director? :)
Love,
Annie
To be honest Annie by a fluke. I quit my job as a graphic designer, didn't know what the hell I was guna do, had friends on the look out, took an opportunity and ran with it!x
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