eye shadow
noun
: a cosmetic cream or powder in one of various colors that is applied to the eyelids to accent the eyes
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Her monochromatic makeup focused on warm brown tones, with deep eye shadow and liner, and frosty lips with a darker, contrasting border.
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Marci Robin, Allure, 14 Apr. 2025
This cream eye shadow is easy to use and the shade in ‘Undertone’ is a great base that works well on all skin tones and looks beautiful either alone or layered.
—Ivy Manners, New York Times, 5 Apr. 2025
The drawers are ideal for holding creams, moisturizers, and balms, while the middle tier is designed with smaller products—like blush, 1-ounce serums, foundation, and eye shadow in mind.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Mar. 2025
The textile artist wore her curly tresses in a sleek bun, while her makeup included shimmery rose gold eye shadow.
—Hannah Malach, WWD, 10 Mar. 2025
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Marci Robin, Allure, 14 Apr. 2025
This cream eye shadow is easy to use and the shade in ‘Undertone’ is a great base that works well on all skin tones and looks beautiful either alone or layered.
—Ivy Manners, New York Times, 5 Apr. 2025
The drawers are ideal for holding creams, moisturizers, and balms, while the middle tier is designed with smaller products—like blush, 1-ounce serums, foundation, and eye shadow in mind.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Mar. 2025
The textile artist wore her curly tresses in a sleek bun, while her makeup included shimmery rose gold eye shadow.
—Hannah Malach, WWD, 10 Mar. 2025
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“Eye shadow.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/eye%20shadow. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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