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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the purpose of an eye shadow primer?
Simply put, an eye shadow primer’s purpose is to secure your eye makeup in place without creasing, smudging, or fading throughout the day—like a face primer, but specifically for the concerns unique to the eye area. “They also absorb oil and increase the longevity of your eyeshadow,” adds Spickard. Many eye shadow primers are infused with hydrating, moisturizing, and even oil-absorbing ingredients (like hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and kaolin clay, respectively) to offset concerns like dry skin or oil buildup.
What should mature skin types keep in mind when looking for an eye shadow primer?
If you’re in the market for a fine line-smoothing primer for your eye shadow, Spickard recommends finding a formula that fully dries down (so, wait for it to set before you move onto eye shadow!) and locks in place to create a smooth, seamless base. “Also, you’re going to want something with pigment as mature eyes often have more discoloration and you want to even out the lid before going in with your eyeshadow for an even application,” he adds.
Meet the experts
How we test and review products
Before reviewing any makeup, we ask questions about a number of factors: What ingredients are in it? Does the brand offer a wide shade range inclusive of consumers with all skin tones and undertones? Is it safe for readers who have sensitive skin or wear contact lenses? Is it on the affordable side or more of a splurge? Is its packaging consciously designed or needlessly wasteful?
For our review of the best eye primers for mature skin, we enlisted the help of multiple editors, writers, contributors, and professional makeup artists to review the products. This ensures our testing base spans different skin tones, genders, and dermatological conditions. We considered each product’s performance across four primary categories: ingredients, wear and longevity, packaging, and inclusivity. For more on what’s involved in our reporting, check out our complete reviews process and methodology page.
Our staff and testers
A beauty product is a personal purchase. You might be searching for a face cream to address persistent dryness or a new nail product to add to your Sunday self-care routine; you may simply be browsing around for the latest launches to hit the hair market. No matter what you seek or your individual needs and concerns, Allure wants to ensure that you love anything we recommend in our stories. We believe that having a diverse team of writers and editors—in addition to the wide range of outside testers and industry experts we regularly call upon—is essential to reaching that goal.
