eye shadow
noun
: a cosmetic cream or powder in one of various colors that is applied to the eyelids to accent the eyes
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The draw to these glitter eye shadows is their alluring sparkle atop the eyelid.
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Kiana Murden, Vogue, 31 Dec. 2024
The actor and musician also adds a swoop of bronzer right atop the crease of her eyelid for a subtle hint of definition without the need for eye shadow.
—Kara Nesvig, Allure, 27 Dec. 2024
Plans start at just $14 per month, and come with makeup brushes and sponges, eye shadow, concealer, toner, lipstick, nail polish and more.
—Christopher Murray, Fox News, 23 Dec. 2024
Its sheer, buildable tint is so easy to use (just break the balm with your finger and pat it on) and its large range of colors acts as a natural-looking blush, bronzer, highlighter, even eye shadow.
—Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 19 Dec. 2024
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Kiana Murden, Vogue, 31 Dec. 2024
The actor and musician also adds a swoop of bronzer right atop the crease of her eyelid for a subtle hint of definition without the need for eye shadow.
—Kara Nesvig, Allure, 27 Dec. 2024
Plans start at just $14 per month, and come with makeup brushes and sponges, eye shadow, concealer, toner, lipstick, nail polish and more.
—Christopher Murray, Fox News, 23 Dec. 2024
Its sheer, buildable tint is so easy to use (just break the balm with your finger and pat it on) and its large range of colors acts as a natural-looking blush, bronzer, highlighter, even eye shadow.
—Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 19 Dec. 2024
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“Eye shadow.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/eye%20shadow. Accessed 8 Jan. 2025.
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