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Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion Review

Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion Review
Overall rating from 88 reviews so far:
4.5/5
Would use it again?
4.4/5
Did it do what it said it would?
4.5/5
Would recommend it to a friend?
4.4/5

Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion is THE most legendary primer in the beauty industry. Eyeshadow Primer Potion is coveted by makeup artists and makeup junkies alike because it guarantees more vibrant eyeshadow that lasts for 24 hours and NEVER CREASES!

Once you experience its powers (plus how smoothly it glides on – an added bonus) you'll never want to live without it. Original formula dries down invisibly, while Eden, Sin and Greed are shades that can also be worn as shadows or highlighters!

Website http://www.urbandecay.com

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Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion Review

Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion Review

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Overall rating:
4.7/5
2nd May, 2014
2 members found this review useful
UDPP

I've had this eyeshadow primer for a good few months now, and I do feel that it was worth the spend. However, I won't necessarily repurchase once I've run out (at least straightaway), as it still wasn't entirely perfect, and there are other primers I'd like to try as well.

The Good:

-Easy-to-use packaging. The squeezy tube is much easier to control than many other options, in my opinion, and it shouldn't be hard to get every last bit out once I finally run out.

-Creamy formula. It's easy to blend out on the lid (although it is quite a bit thicker than I had originally anticipated), and a little goes a loooooong way.

-Definitely makes shadows more vibrant. This works great with UD shadows (I have the Naked2 palette), but also with a few cheaper options that I use sometimes. It's nice to be able to use them and have them look just as pigmented and good-quality as a higher-end shadow, thanks to this primer.

-Prevents creasing/prolongs shadow wear. I have slightly hooded eyelids, and I basically *always* experience a bit of creasing because of that. However, this definitely puts a stop to that (at least for a while), and I do find that my eye makeup lasts for a considerably longer time than it used to without this.

The Not-So-Good:

-While this does prevent creasing, on me it doesn't stop it entirely after some time has passed. I personally am not bothered by this that much, as I still get at least 6 hours wear before creasing happens, but it is something to be aware of, particularly if you have very oily eyelids (mine are more normal/dry, I just get creasing because of my hooded eyelids).

-This is relatively expensive. However, as I said above, a little goes a long way, so I think that it is worth it, given how long it will last. Mine is in no way showing signs of running out at all, and I've used it a fair bit in since I got it.

That's it, really. I am pleased that I got it, and don't regret it at all, but because it doesn't *completely* eliminate the chance of creasing, I probably will try a different brand (I'm keen to try either the Two-Faced or NARS one) before I rush out and repurchase. The Elf one has had a lot of good reviews too, so I might investigate that option also.

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Overall rating:
1.7/5
6th May, 2014
2 members found this review useful
Disappointing...

I got a 3.7ml trial size of this as a bonus when I got my Naked Palette. I was super dooper excited to receive it and even more excited to try it. I have semi-hooded lids so when my eyes are open you cant see much of the lid (which means OILY lids siiiigh) unfortunately this didnt work for me. I feel that it actually made my lids even MORE oily and made my shadow creasing even more obvious. It was a bit of a bummer to be honest. The only good thing I can say is I LOVE the pretty purple bottle n the silver lid/wand.

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Overall rating:
5.0/5
2nd December, 2015
2 members found this review useful
Crazy good!

I don't think I will ever use another eye shadow primer! This stuff is SO good. I have long understood the importance of eye primer and used different brands, they certainly made a difference and I would sing the song of the eye primer birds BUT this stuff is a whole new level!

At the moment I am using the 'Original' shade but I can't wait to get my hands on 'Eden'.

The formula is soft and silky and really easy to apply, it spreads a long way and does not feel tacky at all. It comes with a doe foot applicator, I tend to use this to put it on the lid then smooth out with my finger.

I have tested out an eye shadow palette using the same shades, one day with the primer and one day without. The difference was huge, when using this product my eyeshadow looked the same at the end of the day as when I applied it. Still as pigmented and not smudged at all, even after 12 hours.

Sometimes I find eye primer can make eye shadow harder to blend but that was not the case with this brand.

This is now my holy grail!!

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trudijoy
7th July, 2016

def get your hands on Eden, it's AMAZING

Overall rating:
4.0/5
1st May, 2014
1 members found this review useful
Doesn't quite live up to the job.

Like everyone else, I had heard rave reviews about this. It seemed everyone on the internet couldn't stop saying how incredible this is. I decided to get it just to see what the hype was about.

I have the original primer potion. The packaging is really pretty - it's a soft lilac colour with a silver screw off lid which reminds me of a genie bottle. The tube is a squeezy tube and doesn't come with an applicator (I use my fingers).

The texture of this is really thick and creamy. It's so thick that I find it a little difficult to squeeze out. However, once it is out you only need a really small amount to cover both eyelids.

It doesn't feel heavy on your lids and it applies completely transparent. It does make your eyeshadow appear more pigmented and it does help prevent creasing - although after around 9-10 hours of wear I did notice my shadow started to crease.

Overall if I were going to recommend a more 'high end' primer - I would personally go for Too Faced's eyelid primer. I feel that is more tacky and holds your eyeshadow better. This definitely does the job but because of the price I wouldn't repurchase this again.

- Also, a tube lasts you a loooooong time. I have had mine for almost a year and I still have a lot left.

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Overall rating:
5.0/5
1st May, 2014
1 members found this review useful
Changed my eyeshadow wearing life

I have semi-hooded eyelids, which means that before I discovered this primer my eyeshadow tended to rub off very quickly so I rarely bothered using it. I got a sample of it and it quickly became a permanent addition to my make up routine. I only need to apply a small amount and it makes a massive difference. My eye make up will still look perfect after 12-15 hours, which is great for a busy woman like me. I have only tried the original formula, but the tinted shades look like they could be an interesting multi-tasking product.

Tips: Put a small dot of it on your finger and apply to the lids. Don't use too much as it may get too greasy and do the opposite of what you're intending to achieve.

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amberallen989
1st May, 2014

Thanks for the awesome review! i need this :)

Overall rating:
3.7/5
8th May, 2014
1 members found this review useful
Good product but not great

I hate to say I don't absolutely love this product as I know it is adored by many! I do like it but I have other eye primers that do help my eyeshadows stay longer. I do have quite oily eyelids so find that my eyeshadows do still crease (only a little) with this product. It is a great colour and I really like the consistency, but I reach for my others more (one being the essence I heart stage primer which is soooo affordable!)

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Overall rating:
3.7/5
16th May, 2014
1 members found this review useful
Primer Potion

I got the sample of all four of these primers with the Naked 2 palette. It does help eyeshadow stay on for a REALLY long time, and I noticed a lot less creasing while wearing this, but I found it next to impossible to blend out on my eyes. It got patchy and moved around so much on my lids at first, even when I don't have oily lids at all, but then it dries so fast that if I got any near my inner corner it just clumped up and looked horrible and I couldn't remove it without taking off all my eye makeup. It did do what it says it should but there were also a lot of negatives and I think there are better eye primers out there, so it was a bit disappointing.

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Overall rating:
5.0/5
7th July, 2014
1 members found this review useful
Best Eyeshadow Primer!

I've always had quite oily eyelids and could never find any type of eyeshadow that would last the day. I was then given a sample of this wonderful product....

I had the shade Eden, which is a nice creamy pale beige. This product makes made my eyeshadow look freshly applied all day. I just apply it with my finger to my eyelid and it sets quickly so there is no waiting around to put your eyeshadow on. I feel like the eyeshadow colours really pop with this as the base.

Tips: You only need to use the smallest amount.

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Overall rating:
5.0/5
22nd March, 2015
1 members found this review useful
Eyeshadow Primer virgin

I have never used an eyeshadow primer before, so I didn't know what to expect. I was gifted Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion, Original.

I love the packaging. The Primer Potion comes in an eye catching, metalic lavender tube with an exotic shaped silver lid. The lid is easy to unscrew and then there is a long beak applicator with a pin head size opening. You do not need to squeeze the tube very hard and only a tiny amount of primer is required per eye.

I do no apply with a brush. I apply primer to my finger and it glides across my eyelid. Make sure you have clean hands. You can see where you have applied the primer and it drys very fast. Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion is light beige in colour and very thick but soft and creamy.

You can feel feel the difference once primer is on your eyelid. It's not heavy but you are aware there is a coating. And once primer is applied, your eyelids feel very smooth. Eyeshadow glides on like magic.

For me, the difference of wearing a primer and not wearing a primer is my makeup sits in place all day. My eyeshadow has not bled, faded or entirely disappeared. There is nothing more I would require from a primer.

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Macs
6th May, 2015

sounds good

Overall rating:
5.0/5
14th May, 2015
1 members found this review useful
Great little primer

I'm very new to eye shadow primer. Had a theme wedding to attend that I knew was going to require more makeup than I normally wear and I didn't want to be touching up every hour or two so I did some research, and this product was highly recommended. For me, first impression was great - love the packaging. Secondly, product did exactly what it said it would. My eyeshadow stayed put for the entire wedding and helped ensure that the colours didn't crease or fade. It's five stars from me, would definitely purchase again.

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