MAKEUP ARTIST APPROVED PRODUCTS FOR A GLOSSY LID
BY EMILY BOWEN
1 . Kevyn Aucoin The Exotique Diamond Eye Gloss
Who doesn ’ t want diamond eyes ? This product is highly rated and promises lids that are glass-like in appearance .
So , I have a little horror story when it comes to glossy lids . I was getting ready for a night out and decided to ignore all of the warnings about not attempting to make high shine eyes last for an entire day / evening . Unfortunately , there ’ s a high risk of creasing that comes along with the editorial look . But , the burgundy shadow that I coated my lids with just wasn ’ t enough , so I turned to gloss ; my NYX Butter Gloss to be exact ( which is definitely not formulated for eyes ). It ’ s great for lips , but went on a bit thick onto my eyelids . I thought that this could potentially be an issue , but then just thought , psh no , I look bomb , and went on my clueless way . Every time I blinked I could feel like gloss glooping up and sticking in unwanted crevasses .
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When I got to the pregame a cute guy immediately caught my now incredibly creased eye and I instantly regretted experimenting with my makeup . I was then extremely thankful for the dim lighting and alcohol that I hoped would put a filter on his vision for the night . I was so distracted by my sticky lids that I was thrown off my game and could barely make eye contact while flirting , tragic . I still got his number though , ehee ! Well , his Snapchat ... but we ’ ll blame that on my messy lids . Moral of the story is , glossy lids are gorgeous , but not easy to maintain . So to give yourself a fighting chance , try out some of these guru-recommended gloss products that are actually meant to be put on your lids . Update : the next time I saw him , sans-glossy lids , I got the number , just saying .
2 . Pat McGrath Clear Vinyl Gloss
This product is straight from the Mother ’ s womb . Mother being legendary makeup artist Pat McGrath , of course . You can also use this product to create the juiciest of lip looks that , when paired with a glossy lid , is a high shine dream .
3 . MAC Studio Eye Gloss
Whether you want your eyelids to look like a dark oil slick or angelic and dewy , MAC ’ s eye gloss has you covered . This product comes in five different shades that will allow you to rock a glossy lid on any occasion .
4 . MAKE Face Gloss
This product can be used on your eyes or all over your face for a glowy complexion that rivals the healthiest of skin .
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5 . NYX Lid Lacquer
NYX makes the most affordable eye gloss out of the bunch , which is perfect if you ’ re wanting to just dip your toe into this sometimes sticky trend .
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