Sunday 24 May 2015

Laura Mercier Caviar Stick Eye Colour | Swatches and Chat

Laura Mercier's Caviar Stick Eye Colours are one of my favourite eye products. I have accumulated a modest four shades over the last 2 years, and have been trying to quiet the beauty lover's voice in my mind that keeps whispering " ...oh wouldn't it be lovely to try some more shades Lou?...." 

Anyone else hear that little voice? Do tell me I'm not alone here?

There are a number of reasons why I adore these cream shadows. They have a creamy, sophisticated  formula that once set, does not move. They have a beautiful range of shades, each of the four that I own can be quickly applied to the eye lid, and then blended up into the crease for a quick and easy one-shadow look... I'm all about that. Their compact, streamlined packaging makes them perfect for travel, and their mechanical, twist-up design means they do not require sharpening.

 Considering I have quite oily eyelids, I am always surprised by how long these last on me. I find applying a primer underneath does not work well for me, I prefer to apply these to clean eyelids, but you use whatever works for you. I find that the formula tends to adhere to the primer and not blend out as well. 

If you would like to see the shades that I own, along with swatches, then please read on!...










LAURA MERCIER CAVIAR STICK EYE COLOUR  L-R Rose Gold, Orchid, Amethyst, Cocoa


Rosegold and Orchid are both really pretty applied to the eyelid and just patted in with your fingertip.  I have always wished that Rosegold was a touch more pink ( fussy old bird I am ), but none the less, it is beautiful, and perfect for a quick and easy everyday look. I often use Orchid in the same way, it is also really pretty on the inner half of the lid, with Amethyst on the outer half, and blended into the crease. 

In the Autumn and Winter months, I love using Amethyst on its own, it is such a beautiful, deep taupe with a hint of purple. Pair it with some black winged liner and you have the perfect eye look for a night out. Cocoa is the most recent addition to my collection, and the only matte shade that I own. It has a special place in my heart, because I purchased it from Sephora in New York last year. As you can see from the swatch above, it is ridiculously pigmented. Having said that, it is still very easy to blend out. I often take an angled eyeliner brush, take some product from the tip of the pencil, and use it to line my upper lash line. It is a beautiful, rich shade, and just so creamy! Both Cocoa and Amethyst make a quick, easy and effortless smokey eye.

I love using the Real Techniques brushes with these shadows, in particular, the Base Shadow brush or the Shading Brush. Both will blend out the product perfectly... no fuss, no bother.

I purchased the shades Amethyst and Orchid from Strawberry Net last year. I know that a few people have had issues with authenticity when purchasing products from Strawberry Net, but I have not had any problems personally. They are currently listed at $44.00 AUD, which I believe is a little more expensive than what I purchased them for last year.

In Australia, Laura Mercier is sold nationally at David Jones stores , and is also available online from Adore Beauty, who currently have the Caviar Sticks for $39.00 AUD, which is a little less than Strawberry Net.


Whilst they are certainly positioned on the more expensive side, I believe that they are most definitely worth the splurge, and would not hesitate to recommend them!



Do you own any of these beautiful cream eyeshadows? Do you have any shade recommendations for me to pick up next time I am feeling weak and enabled? Do leave a comment below...I'd love to hear from you!





Thanks so much for stopping by!



Blessings,



Lou xo



8 comments:

  1. These all look stunning so pigmented and creamy. Love the colours you have picked up, I may have to have a look at these babies :)

    Nicole xo | www.nicolesbeautybabble.blogspot.com.au

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    1. I really like them Nic, definitely worth the splurge I think! Let me know if you pick any up! Amethyst is probably my fave! Lou xo

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  2. I've got a set of mini Caviar Sticks and I absolutely love the Amethyst shade - it's fantastic for this time of the year. Orchid looks really great, I may actually pick it up at some point.

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    1. Hi Magda! Orchid would look beautiful with your eye colour! I think Amethyst is my favourite! Lou xo

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  3. Rose Gold is my go to! I have the mini ones and I'M SO IN LOVE. I'll definitely go out and purchase the full size because they're fab. I'm so oily and these don't budge, it's incred x

    Katina | www.katinalindaa.com

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    1. I know! I have the oiliest eyelids too and am so impressed with how these wear! Rose Gold is the perfect go-to! I agree! So quick and easy! Hope you are well lovely! Lou xo

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    1. It's beautiful... I enjoy all of them very much! Burnished copper is next on my list! Lou xo

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