We love when packaging makes makeup easy to apply. Max Factor Vivid Impact Eyeshadow Duos allow you to use really intense eyeshadows without having to worry about mistakes. The dual sided eyeshadow tube gives you the perfect amount on the applicator every time so there is no mess. It’s no surprise that it’s the 2009 winner of the Life & Style Best of Beauty Award and the Star Superstar Beauty Award. This shadow is also easy to blend and layer; our favorite shade was 180 Emerald Coast. Stock up now, Max Factor products will not be sold in the United States anymore starting next year!

This article was written by Kristen Jason at Cosmetic Promotions. For more information on Cosmetic Promotions, please check out their website www.cosproagency.com or contact Kristen direct at kcopeland@cosmeticpromotions.com.

Most women want only a bit of shimmer and don’t want to end up looking like they’re glittering up for a rave. WetnWild i-Sparkle Eyeshadow has a selection of eyeshadow quartets that brighten the eyes with a subtle shimmer.

Each quartet comes with an ingenious sliding mirror that makes application a cinch and a really fun design. Our favorite shade was 141 Galatic Realm. Although the colors may look intense, they do not deposit a lot of pigment (think a step higher than sheer).

This article was written by Kristen Jason at Cosmetic Promotions. For more information on Cosmetic Promotions, please check out their website www.cosproagency.com or contact Kristen direct at kcopeland@cosmeticpromotions.com.

Quality eyeshadow has never been so affordable. We have found the perfect palette of colors for the Spring! For around $5, the WetnWild Ultimate Expressions Eyeshadow Palette has 8 long wearing eyeshadows. Fantasy Island 398 is our favorite shadow combination this season. It has vibrant hues that will match any spring wardrobe, and also includes a matte selection of brown and cream (reminiscent of the Bobbi Brown best selling shadow, Bone).

There is a generous amount of eyeshadow in this palette, and it also includes a mirror. The shades are meant to complement each other, and they are crease resistant. Try using a synthetic brush to apply the dark brown or green shadow for a soft but unique look.

This article was written by Kristen Jason at Cosmetic Promotions. For more information on Cosmetic Promotions, please check out their website www.cosproagency.com or contact Kristen direct at kcopeland@cosmeticpromotions.com.

Women with fair skin might be hesitant to embrace the purple eyeshadows modeled on the runways for Spring 2009 collections.  But women with fair skin will especially love CoverGirl Eye Enhancers 4-Kit Shadows in the Pure Romance palette.  With matte eyeshadow in style now, we were glad to see that 3 of the plum shades were matte.  The 4 shades are easy to blend, and you can create several different looks.  We found that CoverGirl TruShine Lipstick in Lilac Shine goes well with this eyeshadow.  Darker complexions will look best with a brownish or burgundy version of plum shadows.  Not sure what colors you should be wearing?  Check out http://www.covergirl.com/registration/index.jsp?redirect_page=/products/product.jsp%3FproductId%3Deye_enhancers_4_kit_shadows.  CoverGirl has a section on their website where you can find the perfect shades for YOU.

This article was written by Kristen Jason at Cosmetic Promotions. For more information on Cosmetic Promotions, please check out their website www.cosproagency.com or contact Kristen direct at kcopeland@cosmeticpromotions.com.

As the weather starts getting hotter, lightweight makeup is the way to go.  WetnWild has a surprisingly light eyeshadow, Triple Fusion. Each eyeshadow is a palette of three coordinating shades including a highlighting, base, and crease color. Because it’s in the beautybenefits line, this eyeshadow actually helps your skin. It contains antioxidants for age prevention and brightening minerals.

Triple Fusion eyeshadow is really silky, yet long wearing. You’ll feel like you don’t have anything on your eyes at all. If you like eyeshadows with high intensity you might not like this one, you get more of a sheer wash of color than a dramatic effect. We recommend this for your daytime makeup, or if you prefer a natural look.

This article was written by Kristen Jason at Cosmetic Promotions. For more information on Cosmetic Promotions, please check out their website www.cosproagency.com or contact Kristen direct at kcopeland@cosmeticpromotions.com.

For all you recessionistas looking to spend less on cosmetics, Black Radiance is a great brand to try. Their Eyeshadow Quartet (only $3.99 at Walgreens) has 4 complementary colors that are long lasting and easy to blend. Black Radiance is intended for women of color, so the colors are very rich in pigment. We especially liked the 8803 Deep Tapestry Quartet, which contains ever popular purple eye shadow. It was fun to use and stayed put throughout the evening.