Today I would like to share two products I am loving at the moment. They are not brand new but I got to try them recently with the arrival of Urban Decay to Germany at the end of last year.
If you are following me, you might already know that Urban Decay 24/7 Glide On Pencils are my all time favorite eye liners and I use them daily on my looks. I also own all their Naked Palettes. Although I find Naked Palettes to be very good value for money, I don't reach for them very often. Since now I can go to the counter and play with the testers, it was time to get introduced to the brand with two other products from the range. Today I would like to write about Urban Decay Moondust Eyeshadow in Ether and Revolution Lipstick in Naked.
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| Urban Decay Moondust Eyeshadow in Ether, Revolution Lipstick in Naked |
Urban Decay Moondust Eyeshadow in Ether is one of the new shade in Moondust range. The formula of this one is close to pressed pigments of MAC, such as ones reviewed here. They can both be applied wet and dry but I can clearly say that I prefer Urban Decay's Ether to any of the MAC pressed pigments I own. The reasons for this are: the glitters are more sparse so it makes a more wearable eye shadow for the day time, it applies much better once used dry although I have to almost always use MAC pressed pigments wet, and finally because it does apply more evenly over all. The glitter in Ether is so complex, it makes my heart skip a beat. Urban Decay calls it "3-D Sparkle" for a good reason. It almost dances with light in all possible colors. My one and only concern with these is the fall out during the day. Urban Decay Moondust Eyeshadow in Ether definitely needs a sticky base under it to keep it in place.
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| Urban Decay Moondust Eyeshadow in Ether |
The base shade of Ether is a dusky purple and the glitters in punk give it a more purple look over all. All I can say is that if you like purple on the eyes, you need Ether. I like applying the shade all over the lid but not as high as the crease since I don't like glitter near my crease. I apply a cool brown shade, such as MAC Brun on the crease and add a bit of highlighter shade on the inner corner, voilà. Below I combined Ether with Urban Decay 24/7 Glide On Eyepencil in Tornado and Chanel Le Volume Mascara on upper and lower lashes.
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| In-action: Urban Decay Moondust Eyeshadow in Ether |
I was excited to try my first lip product from Urban Decay. It was a shocking moment to find out that I only own eye products from the brand although I have to confess that I was tempted by the cheek products a few times. Urban Decay Revolution Lipstick in Naked was a shot in the bull's eye for me. I am always in for my lips but better shades with pink in them. Naked is not too light nor too deep, the rose undertones brighten up the face. The formula feels nice and balmy without being too thick. It doesn't dry out my lips and has a moderate longevity. Since I am a foody and a passionate coffee drinker, it is hard to say exactly how long it stays *grins*.
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| Swatch: Urban Decay Revolution Lipstick in Naked |
Here is me wearing Urban Decay Moondust Eyeshadow in Ether on the eyes and Revolution Lipstick in Naked on the lips. I have combined these with Tom Ford Cheek Color in Frantic Pink which I am also loving at the moment, especially with a nice nude lip like this one and smoky eyes.I have worn this look 3 times in the last 2 weeks, which is, well, unbelievably often considering my stash size. I have also went to the counter and grabbed one more Moondust, the one in Solstice. I managed to resist Scorpio, at least for now!
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| FOTD with Urban Decay Moondust Eyeshadow in Ether, Revolution Lipstick in Naked |
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| FOTD with Urban Decay Moondust Eyeshadow in Ether, Revolution Lipstick in Naked |
Final thoughts: If you can get along with a little bit of fall out during the day or use a sticky base, Urban Decay Moondust Eyeshadow in Ether is a purple lover's dream. I am also very surprised to see how much I liked Revolution Lipstick in Naked, the shade is phenomenal and it is very comfortable to wear. Two thumbs up from me.
Which other products would you recommend me from Urban Decay range that I have yet to try? What is your favorite product from them?
Disclaimer: The products in this post are provided free of charge for my consideration.
I am not paid for this review, all opinions are honest and my own.
