e.l.f Eyelid Primer Review

Iv bought two of these of far in the pearl primer and the champagne colour. The packaging for this product is pretty simple. I use these both and they are a very smooth formula. I wouldn't say it is 100% crease less but it does a good job. The lasting power of this is ok as well. I don't really like the applicator for these I always use a makeup brush to apply or my finger. It is abit greasy as well. Would buy again but not for the full RRP I was lucky to get these on special. If they weren't on special I properly wouldn't have bought it.

e.l.f Shadow Lock Eyelid Primer is available in 4 colours: Sheer, Champagne, Pearl & Golden. I wanted to try "Sheer" but the Kmart I went to was out of stock so I had to settle for "Pearl".

e.l.f. Shadow Lock Eyelid Primer provides a silky smooth foundation for your eye make-up and helps ordinary eye shadows to last longer and helps prevent them from creasing. The primer is packaged in a white plastic tube with silver writing and a black lid (similar in size to a slim tube of mascara) and has a colts-foot applicator.

I’ve found that for best results, the primer needs to be applied very thinly. To do this, remove the colts-foot applicator and either place a small dot of primer on each eyelid, or transfer some of the primer from the applicator and onto a finger before spreading the primer over the entire eye area (from lash line to eyebrow).

Personally, I prefer to place some of the primer on my ring finger, then gently rub my two ring fingers together to get a small amount on each before applying this to my eyelids. This ensures that a thin coat is applied and its easier to blend and quicker to dry. Allow the primer to dry completely before applying any eye shadow.

The lightweight creamy formula has a silicone-smooth feel with a soft, almost matte finish on the skin. "Pearl" comes out of the tube as a white primer with a slight shimmer but once it's blended and a light coloured eye shadow is applied over the entire area, the shimmer becomes much less noticeable.

Eye shadow definitely glides on a lot more smoothly than without a primer and eye shadow colours become more vibrant. I usually find that cheaper eye shadows collect in the crease of my (sometimes oily) eyelids but even these become longer-lasting, more intense and don't crease as much.

For a budget brand, this eye shadow primer works well and is definitely value for money.

This product is a great value for money but doesn't exactly tick all the boxes for me. It applies nicely, not took thick and cakey looking but I found when applying eyeshadow onto it, it was slightly more difficult than without the primer. This primer definitely made my eyeshadow last longer than it would have without the primer, but after a full day of wearing make up, it still did not prevent my eyeshadow from creasing.

Overall a good product and would buy again if on a budget.

For the money I find this product very good. It does make eyeshadow last the day for sure. Before using this eyeshadow just seemed to 'disappear' during the day. Only downer for me is that there doesn't seem like there is a lot of product in the tube, but on the other hand only a little is required each application.

Great at brightening my eyes i would even apply this under my eyes to get rid of my dull undrr eye bags

I found this a cheaper version of the benefit eye brightening pencil, not as good but close

I'd gotten this via iHerb - it was very reasonably priced at $3 US. I've never used an eyelid primer before and I thought this would be a good, inexpensive way to see if it was something I'd need.

It comes in a tube with a sponge applicator, which makes it quite handy - no separate brush required.

I found it went on a bit thicker than what I was expecting - I thought it would be almost transparent, but it goes on a bit pink. It doesn't show through or dull the color of the eye shadow at all - it acts really well as a base.

After using it a few times I discovered that I actually like the pink shade of the base, and I've worn it on my lids without applying eye shadow on top - it looks quite pretty and matte.

I'd say that this is a great product, and if you're thinking of trying an eyelid primer this is a pretty good one to start with.

I had read that this primer was a good alternative to Urban Decay eye primers, and at such an affordable price on iHerb I saw no reason not to try it.

I have huge trouble with my shadow slipping into my creases, which is awful as I love creating eye shadow masterpieces! I've tried loads of other more expensive eye primers and have been getting a bit fatigued with them not working but costing a lot!

This primer comes in a handy little tube, I like the small size as it fits easily into my little makeup bag. The applicator is like a lip gloss applicator, and easily dots product onto the eyelid and below the eye.

I have a light shade which gives an even base to hold pigment and show its true colour.

Typically I would smooth out onto clean skin using my fingers, then apply shadow. Initially I thought the product was a miracle, as after several hours my shadow was still in place (it normally moves within half an hour). I have found though that if I get warmer, the shadow does still tend to move unfortunately.

Next I'll try varying more or less product, and applying my shadow while the primer is still damp. I'll also experiment with different application brushes to smooth out the product.

I would recommend this primer, it's the best I've tried so far even though it's not perfect for me, I think I'm an extreme case and it would be great for most people at a very very good price. Worth a try!

I have never tried an eyelid primer, but I saw shaaanxo - my ultimate go-to beauty guru - raving on about it in some of her tutorials so I bought one! Such a good price, and it does exacly what it says it will, my eye shadow doesn't want to slip and slide and fade off anymore, and I still look fabulous at 2am after a rough night out ;)

I got this off iherb and it was only a few dollars. I really like it I do see my shadows lasting longer with it than without it. I have the shade sheer and it is great for any coloured eyeshadow.

It is nothing amazing but worth it for the price.

My only problem is that it can dry out in the tube quite fast considering I don't wear eyeshadow alot.

I have to admit I was apprehensive about what this product would actually deliver but I have to say I was pleasantly surprised. My make up routine has been made even easier. No more faux pas with my shadow or liner. Just no fuss shadow perfection.