Recently, I was at Walmart and spotted a ton of new Flower Beauty products (see my post here for all the details). I couldn't wait to dig in and try everything I bought, especially these new Ultimate Eye Color Cream Eyeshadows ($7.98 each). I assume that these are replacing the Color Play Creme Eyeshadows because they were no longer on the display (and are currently sold out online). Overall, I noticed a lot of new products in the display that seemed to be replacing older versions, so they may have decided to reformulate certain products. I do remember liking the Color Play cream eyeshadows, so let's take a look and see how these compare!
First, let's talk about the packaging! It's very high end and luxurious...definitely a step-up from their old white packaging (although that wasn't too shabby either). These eyeshadows come in heavy glass pots with glossy black twist-on lids that have rose-gold accents. I'm really impressed because you just don't see packaging like this at the drugstore...there's no flimsy plastic here...these containers make you feel like you spent a lot more than $7.98.
Inside, there's a black disk sitting on top of the product, which reminded me a lot of the L'Oreal Infallible Eyeshadows. The packaging doesn't indicate whether you're supposed to keep it in there or throw it out but, I'm keeping mine because I think it may help to keep air out of the container and prevent the product from drying out.
Just looking at these shadows, I assumed they were a similar consistency to the L'Oreal Infallibles...velvety powder that's loosely packed, similar to wet sand. But to my surprise, these are actually creams with a soft cushiony texture, closer to Colourpop's Super Shock than Maybelline Color Tattoos. But unlike the Colourpop formula, these feel lighter and a bit more sheer. They go on super silky and smooth with a barely-there feel that I really love!
Sheer Sands is a really beautiful rose gold shade.
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| Sheer Sands |
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| Sheer Cinnamon |
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| Sheer Buff |
According to the packaging, these claim crease-proof, 12-hour wear and lightweight, sheer color.
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| Sheer Buff |
I mainly use my fingers to apply these, but I also like to use an eyeliner brush to apply these to my bottom lash line. I find that when I apply powder eyeshadow under my eyes, it ends up migrating down, giving me the dreaded raccoon eyes, but since these have amazing staying power they're perfect for smudging underneath my bottom lashes.
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| Sheer Buff, Sheer Sands, Sheer Cinnamon |
Next time you're at Walmart, I definitely recommend picking up one (or two or three) of these. Two thumbs up!