Rimmel ScandalEyes Shadow Paint Review & Swatches

I’ve been wanting to try this product for so long after seeing and hearing all the raves across the blogosphere. It finally showed up here in the US and I found mine at a local grocery store while shopping for err.. food… not sure how I ended up at the makeup aisle! :)

Rimmel ScandalEyes Shadow Paint in Rich Russet
Rimmel ScandalEyes Shadow Paint in Rich Russet
Rimmel ScandalEyes Shadow Paint in Rich Russet
Rimmel ScandalEyes Shadow Paint in Rich Russet
Rimmel ScandalEyes Shadow Paint in Rich Russet
Rimmel ScandalEyes Shadow Paint in Rich Russet

I picked up the new Rimmel ScandalEyes Shadow Paint in Rich Russet which is a beautiful metallic taupe brown. There are some other shades on the display including Slate Grey, Golden Bronze, Mercury Silver, and Manganese Purple but I went for Rich Russet because it’s the most wearable shade and I just wanted to test out the formula first before going crazy and buying all of them. The packaging is very similar to a lip gloss packaging with a long clear tube and a doe-foot spatula applicator.

Rimmel ScandalEyes Shadow Paint in Rich Russet
Rimmel ScandalEyes Shadow Paint in Rich Russet
Rimmel ScandalEyes Shadow Paint in Rich Russet
Rimmel ScandalEyes Shadow Paint in Rich Russet
Rimmel ScandalEyes Shadow Paint in Rich Russet
Rimmel ScandalEyes Shadow Paint in Rich Russet
Rimmel ScandalEyes Shadow Paint in Rich Russet
Rimmel ScandalEyes Shadow Paint in Rich Russet

ScandalEyes Shadow Paint is basically an ultra creamy liquid eyeshadow that leaves a metallic sheen of color on your lids. It can be worn alone as a wash of color or as a base to amplify the intensity of your powder eyeshadow. Advertised as waterproof and crease-proof with 8-hour wear but from my experience, it is not waterproof, only crease-proof. It has a thick and wet consistency that applies easily with incredibly intense color payoff, and with a little cooling sensation.

The formula dries down rather quickly so a speedy hand is a must during blending/sheering out the color. I suggest you apply and blend one lid at a time, and while you can use your ring finger to blend it out, I find myself using a small brush instead because I get a better control of where I want to place the shadow on my lid. When I used my fingertip, the application got messy and I ended up spreading the shimmer bits all over, not a good sight.

Once it sets, it’s not going anywhere. Period. No budging, no smudging, no creasing, no flaking! I’d say it performs very similarly to cream shadows that come in a jar which I also like to use but I think I’m starting to like this Shadow Paint a little more because it’s so much easier to blend and doesn’t tug on the skin on my eyes. All I need is just a tiny dab which is more than enough to cover my entire lid and a small soft brush.

It’s very simple to use and you can wear it alone for a subtle smokey effect for daytime. Add a little bit of eyeliner and mascara, and you are set! Perfect solution for pretty eye makeup during the morning rush!

Rimmel ScandalEyes Shadow Paint in Rich Russet
Rimmel ScandalEyes Shadow Paint in Rich Russet
Rimmel ScandalEyes Shadow Paint in Rich Russet
Rimmel ScandalEyes Shadow Paint in Rich Russet
Rimmel ScandalEyes Shadow Paint in Rich Russet on NC30 thick swatch (L) and blended (R)
Rimmel ScandalEyes Shadow Paint in Rich Russet on NC30 thick swatch (L) and blended (R)

I’ve been using this as a base also and I noticed that it does increase the intensity of my powder eyeshadow as well as the longevity. It adds a little extra shimmery effect to the otherwise basic shadow look. There is a ton of product in the tube, and considering you literally need just a dab of it per application, this product is going to last a really long time. And for the price, it’s a total steal in my opinion. I’m thinking of picking up Golden Bronze and Mercury Silver, too. I think they will look really nice for the inner corners as well as an eyeliner. :)

Have you tried these? Do you like them?

Purchase

US$4.99 at Ulta

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11 Comments

  1. says: Samantha M

    Oh my gosh your pictures are so amazing and this product looks gorgeous! Pinned immediately haha xx

  2. says: Barbie

    Omg I love how you took the photos so cool! I love rimmel and I love taupe colors so this is a must have

  3. says: rashmi

    I landed here from Temptalia few weeks back but sorry for not commenting :(

    your picturessssssssssssssssssssssss
    they give me sleepless nights and my brain stops working ..
    i need to meet you in real life and just touch your fingers dear :)

    GOD , pls give me correct words to praise the beauty and her brains :D

    darling … you rock hard ..

    your swatches and pics are WORLD’sssssssssssss best

    1. says: Jaa

      Wow, thank you so much Rashmi for your kind words!! I try my best. :D :D And don’t worry about not commenting before. Christine has been sending me quite a bit of traffic (which I am very thankful for) but only a few left a comment, so I think it’s me. Ha ha.

      P.S. I’m intrigued about Stila All Day Liquid Lipstick so I’m gonna check out your post in a minute! :)

    1. says: Jaa

      I love anything metallic sparkly, ha ha. What’s your go-to shadow texture? :) And yeah, this taupe is so pretty I couldn’t pass up. :)

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