I first heard about this product when I seen it featured on Influenster, as part of the Paradise Voxbox. The shade everyone seemed to be reviewing was in Smokey Topaz, which is one of the original shades. I decided that I needed to hunt down the Sparkle Eye Dust in Brilliant Sapphire A.S.A.P! I went to several stores before I happened to snag the last one in stock. I love trying out new things!
However, I soon realized that this is an old product with revamped packaging. It will be familiar to you, if you frequent the NYC displays.
I have to say the new packaging is 100% improvement compared to the old packaging. I don't care for products with those horrible brush tip applicators. The product gets everywhere and it makes applying the product in a clean, precise manner impossible. Kudos to NYC brilliant product revamp!
These are the currently available colors, as listed on the
NYC website:
The lighter shades tend to be more on the sheer side, so I recommend using those as inner corner or brow bone highlights. They even make a great all-over lid color.
The new packaging comes with a doe-foot applicator, which I happen to be very partial to when it comes to products in a tube. It makes applying the product a breeze! As you can tell from the swatches, the sparkle eye dust is very pigmented by itself without a primer or a base. I always use a primer or a base, when applying any eyeshadow on my eyes though and recommend it to help keep the product from budging. It lasts a really long time I wore this product all day, and it didn't crease at all.
Since this is a loose shadow, you can use it dry or wet to take it to a new level of bold. When using the product wet you can turn it into an eyeliner. They have a shade for everyone whether you're a neutral lover or addicted to color.
Product Description:
Sprinkle a little New York magic into your world! These super sparkly shades of NYC Sparkle Eye Dust add light and life to your look. A light touch gives you an alluring halo of illumination around the eye. Perfect for the NYC girl who is ready to shine at work and in life!For full on radiance that will make even Time Square look bland, build up the pigment for a full eye-shadow look. For the NYC socialite looking to fire up the dance floors with her stare and get noticed!
BENEFITS
High shimmering loose powder eye shadow
The ultra soft formula, which is highly concentrated in multi-reflective pearls, creates maximum iridescence
The smart applicator delivers luscious, shimmering color exactly where you want it!
Dermatologist tested
KEY INGREDIENTS
Infused with iridescent powders
Price:
$2.99
All-in-all I think this is a brilliant product, especially for the price point. To get a loose pigment eyeshadow for under $10 is almost unheard of! If you're in the market for something versatile and season appropriate, then stop by your local drugstore & give this a try. A special thank you, to Influenster for the wonderful product suggestion!
Disclaimer:
I purchased this product myself in order to test and review. The product was recommended by Influenster. My opinions are 100% my own!
