Eyeshadow Bases

Eyeshadow bases and primers are usually jumbled up into one meaning. Its often confused to mean the same thing. Realistically, they can serve the same purpose, but sometimes they don't work the same way.

The purpose of a primer is to smoothly and evenly layer out the eyeshadow by preventing it from creasing and smudging, so that the eyeshadow stays in place for long periods of the day. Some eyeshadow primers should be able to keep your eyelids smudge-free for at least 6-8 hours. They can also intensify the pigmentation and the vibrancy of the eyeshadow, by helping them to be easier to blend. 
Whereas, eyeshadow bases act as a base over the primer to intensify the eyeshadow pigment. However, not all bases can act as primers to prevent the eyeshadow from creasing. Before, I apply eyeshadow, I usually apply both the primer and then the base on top. You can use gel liners, cream eyeshadows, mac paint pots and jumbo pencils as eyeshadow bases. 

Here's a list of my favorite eyeshadow primers: 

 

 Nyx Eyeshadow base and Jumbo pencil

Nyx is my favorite brand and "go-to" product in terms of eyeshadow base. Not only  is it reasonably priced ($5.99), but it usually gets the job done. I usually apply it on top of the primer. It intensifies the eyeshadow color and makes it more vibrant. Once you apply too much of this product on to your lid, you will notice some creasing. The key is to use just a small thin amount of it so it acts as a small barrier between your eyeshadow and the primer. Depending on your lid, you might not even notice any creasing, it really depends on how much oil your lids produce. So, just to be on the safe side, apply a primer before any eyeshadow application.

Maybeline Eyeshadow Tattoo

I absolutely love this product! It can be used alone as a cream eyeshadow or as a base before applying the eyeshadow. It does not crease or fade, and it  really intensifies the pigmentation of the eyeshadow. I can usually get away with this base without a primer. These "eyeshadow tattoos" is said to be comparable to the Mac Paint pots.

Mac Paint Pots

Mac paint pots can be used both as a primer and a base. My personal favorite is the "Painterly Paintpot". It evens out your lid's skin tone; it preps your eyelids before applying eyeshadow and; makes your eyeshadow vibrant. 

MY EYESHADOW STILL CREASES AFTER USING A PRIMER AND A BASE

If you notice that your eyelids are still creasing after applying both a primer and a base, here  is a few suggestions:

• 1. you applied too much eyeshadow base 

• 2. you applied too little eyeshadow base 

• 3.  you could be allergic to the primer

Makeup is really trial and error. Everyone's eyelids is different. We all produce oils differently. The primer that your friend uses might not actually work for you and what you use, might not actually work best on another person. You have to find out what works for you. If you try one primer or base and it doesn't work, then try something else. When you find out what works for you, don't go overboard by applying too much to the point where it looks messy. Be generous with the application. Eventually, you will find the right amount that will work for your eyelids. You want to apply a nice, thin layer so that the eyeshadow doesn't shift and move to the point where it creases completely. 

Hopefully, this post is helpful. If anything needs better clarification, please don't be afraid to ask me a question or post a comment :)