In this article, you will learn how you can make your own eyeshadow, what ingredients are used and where you can buy them.
What are the shadows made of?
If you want to make shadows with your own hands, first you should decide on the result of your creation, because shadows are dry and liquid. The composition of the product depends on this choice.
The composition of dry shadows is often formed by zinc and magnesium stearates, talc, titanium dioxide, zinc oxide, clay. In some products, instead of talc, which, according to some cosmetologists, clogs the skin and obliges women to wash off their makeup daily, they let mica into the recipe. Depending on the desired effect, the eyeshadow may contain boron nitride, allantoin, rice powder, miku, silk powder, etc.
Another composition is marked by shadow-pencils, the functions of the neck of which are not only to bring their own adjustments to the makeup, but also to keep the shape, which means that the composition of such products should be based on components that are more related to each other, but not too much. In order not to bother with recipes, manufacturers decided to use similar ingredients and a similar dosage that is used in the manufacture of lipsticks. Shadow pencils usually contain a mixture of various waxes and oils, paraffin, stearic acid, propylene carbonate, crosspolymer, lanolin, etc.
Creamy themes are made on the basis of vegetable oils, including peach seed, olive, castor oil. Some liquid options contain alcohol.
Regardless of the type of eyeshadow, they are all distinguished by the presence of their own color spectrum due to the content of pigments, which can be divided into two groups: mineral components and organic compounds. There is no consensus on the safety of these pigments, some argue that minerals are safer, others vote for organic compounds.
Beeswax
- the basis of many cosmetic ingredients, has good emollient, nourishing properties, promotes healing of skin lesions, and also protects the skin from external irritants, does not allow moisture to evaporate, forming a thin film. The more wax there is in the recipe, the harder the product will be.
Titanium dioxide
and zinc oxide are natural sunscreens. Zinc oxide is more transparent in comparison with titanium dioxide, it is also able to dry out the skin, therefore it is not recommended in large quantities for a dry type of skin, it is noted for its good anti-inflammatory and soothing properties. Titanium dioxide is often used as a white pigment, it builds the structure of the product and retains moisture in the skin.
Boron nitride
- an excellent addition to mineral cosmetics to create an inner highlighting effect. This component guarantees sliding, increasing the adhesion of the product to the skin.
Pigments are iron oxide (red, yellow, brown, black), and ultramarine, chromium oxide, carbon, etc. Mineral pigments are ideal for oily skin with enlarged pores.
Mother of pearl miki
- ordinary mica, colored with mineral pigments of different colors. Each mic is distinguished by its own particle size, small micas provide a pearl effect with a smooth sheen, medium ones - satin, large particles assist in the creation of decorative cosmetics with sparkling results.
Carrageenan
- stabilizer, thickener with a neutral odor and taste, easy to use, assists in the creation of stable emulsions. The component has softening and soothing properties, does not allow moisture to evaporate, and reduces irritation.
How to prepare shadows
Do you want to prepare shadows at home? Well, then you can pay attention to the following recipes:
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Golden Creamy Eyeshadow:
- Distilled water - 85, 65% (17 g).
- Carrageenan - 1.5% (0.3 g).
- Glycerin - 5.05% (1 g).
- Coco silicone - 2% (0.4 g).
- Mineral mother-of-pearl "Mica noisette" - 5.05% (1 g).
- Cosgard preservative - 0.75% (0.15 g).
Pour distilled water into a clean container and add carrageenan to it. These components should be heated in a water bath until the carrageenan is completely melted. Reduce heat and transfer the rest of all ingredients, stirring well with a glass rod, whisk, or other device. Transfer to a jar. Let the product steep for 3-4 hours before use. Shadows are applied with a finger either in pure form or on top of other shadows.
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Satin Creamy Eyeshadow:
- Shea butter - 34.75% (2.1 g).
- Vanilla macerate - 15.65% (0.9 g).
- Talc - 34.75% (34.75 g).
- Iron oxide red - 0.2% (0.01 g).
- Iron oxide yellow - 0.5% (0.03 g).
- Mineral mother-of-pearl "Mica blanc brillant" - 13.9% (0.8 g).
- Linden flower essential oil - 0.25% (0.02 g).
First, melt the shea butter; this can be done using a microwave or a water bath. Then add vanilla macerate to it and stir. Transfer the iron oxides and talcum powder to the mortar, to obtain a homogeneous mixture, mix the components with a special pestle. If you have a grinder available, great, you can use it to stir the ingredients quickly and efficiently. Add the resulting powder to the oil with macerate, and add shiny mica and essential oil there. Let the mixture cool, preferably in the refrigerator.
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Shadow "Gold powder":
- Distilled water - 91% (9 g).
- Carrageenan - 2% (0.2 g).
- Mineral mother-of-pearl "Mica poudre d'or" - 3% (0.3 g).
- Leucidal preservative - 4% (0.4 g).
Stir the water with the carrageenan and place in a water bath until completely melted. Reduce heat and start adding the mother of pearl and preservative. Before use, it is advisable to let the mixture brew for 3-4 hours.
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Compact shadows "Silver gray". Preparing a base for shadows includes the following components:
- Talc - 73% (7.3 g).
- Powder "Gentle Touch" (cosmetic active Touche de Douceur) - 5% (0.5 g).
- Rice powder - 12% (1, 2 g).
- Shea butter - 5% (0.5 g).
- Sesame oil - 5% (0.5 g).
In a mortar or grinder, stir together the talc, rice powder and Gentle Touch asset. Simultaneously melt the shea butter in a water bath, reduce heat and transfer the exact amount of sesame oil. Combine powder with oily liquid.
Proceed to the second part of the eyeshadow preparation, which will require additional ingredients:
- Mother of pearl "Mica Charbon iris?" - 5% (0.5 g).
- Mother of pearl "Mica blanc brillant" - 25% (2.5 g).
Mix 70% of the previously prepared base with the above-mentioned mineral nacres until a uniform color and consistency is obtained.
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Shadows "Matte Pearl":
- Distilled water - 85.9% (17 g).
- Carrageenan - 1.5% (0.3 g).
- Glycerin - 5% (1 g).
- Coco Silicone - 2% (2 g).
- Mineral mother-of-pearl "Mica noisette" - 1% (0.2 g).
- Mineral mother-of-pearl "Mica blanc brillant" - 4% (0.8 g).
- Cosgard preservative - 0.6% (0.15 g).
Put the carrageenan water in a water bath and heat the ingredients until the gum is completely melted. Add the rest of the ingredients and you can transfer the finished product to a clean container.
The easiest way to make shadows at home is to prepare a product using sericite, additives such as magnesium myristate or magnesium stearate, and pigments (preferably miku). Prepare more ethyl alcohol, a paper napkin, a coin for pressing shadows, a container for future shadows, a spoon.
At the very beginning of the preparation of a cosmetic product, it is necessary to thoroughly disinfect the container and spoon. As for the eyeshadow formula, take sericite (50%) miku (45%) and additive (5%) and stir in a mortar or grinder until a homogeneous powder is obtained. Pour the resulting bulk mixture into a jar, add alcohol drop by drop and stir with a spoon, as a result of which the mixture will resemble a thick paste. Place a napkin on top and press the shadows with a coin. After a while, the ethyl alcohol will evaporate.
Where to order eyeshadow ingredients
Thanks to the opening of online stores of cosmetic components for making products with your own hands, you can order almost any product from anywhere in the world. On sale you can find the following ingredients for the preparation of eyeshadow:
- Cosmetic talcum powder, White line - a widely used component in decorative cosmetics, which is the base of the product. Weight - 150 g, price - 350 rubles.
- Mineral mother-of-pearl "Mica blanc brillant", Aroma-Zone - Glossy mica, removed by extraction from raw ore, refining, heat treatment and grinding. Mother-of-pearl mica is a composition in the form of a fine powder of mica and titanium dioxide, used to visually brighten the skin and give it a glossy satin effect. Weight - 10 g, cost - 2.5 €.
- Sesame oil, Miko - has a moisturizing, nourishing effect, suitable for use on the skin around the eyes. Volume - 50 ml, price - 280 rubles.
Video recipe for making mineral shadows:
