Smashbox Eyeshadow Optics Review

Smashbox Eyeshadow Optics is perfect for creating a wide range of looks, from natural to dramatic. And you can use it as an around your eyes with dark shades, or you can layer it all over your eyes.

In this article, I will take a closer look at the swatch, how to use, and potential drawbacks of this eye shadow.

List

1. Color

2. How to use

3. Pros and Cons

4. Makeup Look

1. Color

Smashbox Eyeshadow Optics is a warm tone, deep dark green with gold pearl. It applies well, smooth and is rich pigment.

Personally, it was more convenient to use with fingertips than with a brush. If you use it with your fingertips, you can make it fall less powdery.

The shades last more than 8 hours without eyeshadow primer, and the pigment payoff. So it lasts a long time, so I recommend removing eye makeup thoroughly.

2. How to use

When you apply this dark color all over your eyelids, it’s important to apply divide the color several times to create a natural, deep shade.

Tutorial

To create an everyday eye makeup look with this palette, start by applying a warm brown shade (Urban Decay Eyeshadow Beware) under the eyebrow bone. Then, use a shade in the center of eyelids creases to add depth with a fingertip. Next, use a shimmer shade (Smashbox Champagne) on the inner corner of the eye for a pop of brightness.
Finally, apply again this shade in the center of eyelids with fingertips. And apply mix the dark shade (Smashbox Cruise + Rustic) under the eyelid with eyeliner brush.

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3. Pros and Cons

Pros

Range of colors to create any look
Highly pigmented
Blendable
Long-lasting
Suitable for both daytime and nighttime looks
Suitable for all skin tones

Cons

Pricey compared to other eyeshadow palettes
Dark color eyeshadow may make it difficult for beginners to use

Solution of Cons

If it is difficult to use because of the dark color, I recommend Laura Mercier eyeshadow khaki. It’s a green shimmer eye shadow product that’s good for beginners to apply above and below the eyes without worrying about the color concentration.

In conclusion, Smashbox Eyeshadow Optics can produce both day and night. From neutral to thick, it’s very colorable and can be mixed.

However, it is recommended to apply it with your fingertips because it may fall around your eyes around when using it with a brush. This is because if you apply it on your eyelids with your fingertips, there is no powder flying. And it’s warm green family, so it goes well with all skin tones.

4. Makeup Look

Day To Night Looks

Creating a day to night look with shimmer eyeshadow and glossy red lips is easy and fun. Whether you’re heading to work or out for a night on the town, shimmer eyeshadow and glossy red lips are the perfect combination for any occasion.