Because the saying goes, eyes are the home windows to the soul. I’d wish to make an addendum—so is their make-up bag. Okay, perhaps you possibly can’t inform every thing about an individual based mostly on their make-up merchandise, however I’m certain you’d choose up some issues about their character. For instance, you’d discover quite a lot of multitasking merchandise in mine (a.ok.a. I’m at all times in a rush, or lazy—your choose) and a ton of glitter eyeshadows (I like to make a delicate assertion). Mainly, in the case of make-up, I’ve by no means been the individual to grasp a full face beat. I need my completed look to really feel like a well-rested, evenly sun-kissed, and glowy model of myself. That being stated, I’m additionally loyal to manufacturers that share the identical magnificence ethos as me. Hourglass has at all times had formulation that complimented my pores and skin sort and routine. So you possibly can guess that when the model launched their new creamy shadow sticks, it instantly peaked my curiosity.
In contrast to your typical launch, the brand new Hourglass Voyeur Eyeshadows are a part of a novel collaboration with London-based artist Rana Begum and Desert X. In case you are not acquainted, Desert X is a up to date artwork exhibition that occurs each two years to showcase artists from world wide. Numerous exhibitions are positioned at particular websites all through the Palm Springs desert the place individuals can go and work together with the items free of charge.
Begum’s 2023 exhibition centered round completely different perceptions of sunshine, shade, and pure components which has similarities to the inspiration behind the Voyeur eye assortment. “I’ve at all times been impressed by artwork, design, and structure,” says Hourglass model founder Carisa Janes. “We regularly reference the artwork world, so it was an thrilling alternative to assist help various artists who’re telling inspiring and significant tales with their artwork. This partnership helps our shared mission of bringing consideration to vital social causes by lovely and artistic design.”
I used to be fortunate sufficient to be one of many first to expertise each Begum’s exhibition in individual and the brand new Hourglass Voyeur Eyeshadows. Learn my ideas on the brand new shadow, under.
The Product
Consider the Hourglass sticks as shimmery crayons on your face. The eyeshadow is available in seven metallic shades that had been all impressed by pure mild sources full with greens, pinks, and golds. “It’s the right stability of wealthy pigments and creamy texture for high-impact shade that wears comfortably,” says Vanessa Eckels, Hourglass World Artistry Coach. She notes that the product is extraordinarily intuitive to make use of, and I can vouch for that.. You merely twist the underside of the tube to disclose extra product and swipe anyplace you need a pop of shade. It’s imagined to final for eight hours with out creasing or fading.
Picture: Courtesy of Adi Giesey
Your complete assortment was made to combine and match which suggests experimenting is inspired. “Play with all of the shades in several areas,” says Eckels. “Use the lighter shades within the nook of the eyes and the forehead bone to brighten and spotlight, or create a smokey eye by making use of the richer shades throughout the lid and beneath the lash line.” I’m fast to play favorites in the case of colourful make-up, however discovered it tremendous simple to observe Eckels recommendation. You’ve got choices to purchase the whole assortment, one singular shade, or a duo set unique to the Desert X collaboration which accommodates shades solstice and phoenix.
My Evaluate
Whether or not you’re somebody who needs to create a dynamic daring eye or simply add a easy wash of shade to your lids, these merchandise will get the job completed. The pigment is tremendous buildable so don’t be shy when including few layers for a stronger hue or equally buff it out for one thing extra sheer.
Photographs: Courtesy of Adi Giesey
The form of the stick is extraordinarily complimentary to the pure curves of your eyelid which permits for exact and straightforward utility. Whereas you should utilize a brush to buff out the pigment submit utility, I simply used the heat of my finger tip to dab it out within the areas I needed. My go-to combo was utilizing the shade prism in the midst of my lid and mixing outwards then topping off with a pop of moon within the interior corners of my eye. This obtained me by breakfast conferences and Zoom calls. Earlier than going out at night time, I dabbed a little bit additional free glitter pigment on high for some additional oomph.
In the case of testing a brand new product, my standards revolves round how simple it’s to make use of, the talent degree required for utility, and the wear and tear declare. These shadow sticks hit each mark. The Hourglass sticks have earned a everlasting spot in my make-up bag and turn out to be a trusty go-to–particularly on date nights.
