Maybelline Master Prime Long Lasting Eyeshadow Bases

These are Maybelline's 1st eyeshadow primers! How exciting is that! 

These come in three different finishes, "Prime + Smooth", "Prime + Illumination" and "Prime + Matte".

Of the three I have bought two to share with you ("Prime + Smooth" and "Prime + Matte").

I tested these out with Maybelline's ExpertWear Eyeshadows (Brand on Brand) and I have to say these primers do prolong the wear of the eyeshadows, but I wouldn't say they help intensify the color of the shadows.

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The Prime + Matte is my favorite. It applies on silky smooth and it has a soft pinkish color that helps brighten up the skin as well as conceal any blemishes, discolorations, or apparent veins. Of course, it also dries matte.

The Prime + Smooth is on the shimmery side. It still glides on smoothly even with the micro-shimmers. By itself, the gentle shimmers give the eyes a sweet shine. If you are going to use this with eyeshadows, be sure to only apply a thin layer because the fine shimmer within this primer does not seem to mix well with the powders from the shadows. I notice that it tends to ball up, leaving the eyelids looking clumpy. The shimmer also disappears once the eyeshadows are in place.

I am pretty certain that you have already guessed which one I enjoy over the other for obvious reasons (the Prime + Matte). I happen to enjoy using these by themselves more than what they were meant to be used for. I enjoy the way they perfect the look of the skin while adding a pinkish tone to make your eyes appear brighter.

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Overall, these primers are just okay primers. Maybelline gets an A for effort, but a C when compared to other primers that are available in the market. 

I hope you have found this review helpful, and let me know your thoughts on these primers if you have already tried them! 

Happy Wandering, Alice!