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Oily eyelids
  • Ally E.Ally E.
    I know this might sound a bit ridiculous and not a lot of people have the same problem, but I have oily eye lids. And as we all know eye area is very sensitive and I can't use my usual toner on there. So maybe someone will have some tips for me? My eye shadow creases all the time. Urban Decay potion doesn't work. Also I should note that I put my city block spf 40 onto there and that really adds to the oiliness.

    Any tips will be appreciated,
    Cheers.
  • Suze
    Alla,
    There are a couple of products that will help you, Oil Mattifier or Eye Primer. Oil Mattifier will control the excess oil not just on your eyelid but but your entire face and the Eye Primer will keep your eye makeup from creasing.
  • Ally E.Ally E.
    Ahem, I already mentioned the primer. I do appreciate the responses but why do people always ignore the original post?
  • Suze
    Sorry, I don't see it mentioned unless that is what Urban Decay is. I've never heard of it, but that sounds kind of scary!
  • Suze
    By the way, the Oil Mattifier is by Mary Kay and I have customers with oily skin using this who absolutely love it as it keep their makeup on all day!
  • Ally E.Ally E.
    suze, i'm not putting mattifying cream on my eyes.

    and urban decay potion is supposedly the best eye primer, but i heard better responses about Too Faced one.
  • Left BrainLeft Brain
    Why can't you use your usual toner and use a cotton ball for controlled application? 
  • Suze
    Just to clarify, the Oil Mattifier
    * Instantly absorbs oil.
    * Controls shine for at least eight hours.

    I fefinitely would prefer something called mattifier then Decay.
  • PurpleRulesPurpleRules
    Could you use the Peter Thomas Roth mineral powder sunscreen instead of the Clinique?
    This unrelated to oily eyelids but I prefer the Too Faced primer to the Urban Decay; better packaging and better product.
  • K
    That has to be a frustrating problem Alla E. I would not necessarily recommend using the oil mattifier on your eyes, because it may not be eye safe- as you know. It does work very well on the face, though. Primers can help- but I don't love Urban Decay.

    For me- hands down- Mac Paints are the BEST! They are better than everything else I've tried. It's advertised as an eyeshadow, but it has a cream to powder formula that, at least for me, stops oil and wears like a dream! It is incredibly light, goes on amazingly smooth and zero creasing. Many makeup artists swear by it. If you buy from Macy's you can return it if you don't like it- so you have nothing to lose! Find a color, like Bare Canvas, that is close to your skin tone for the most versatility. It applies the best with your finger.

    Or, I would suggest applying rice powder to your face and eyes as a primer. It is sheer, slowly absorbs oil, and will help your makeup to go on smoother.

    To learn about Mac Paints: http://www.maccosmetics.com/product/spp.tmpl?CATEGORY_ID=CAT154&PRODUCT_ID=344 (the description of this product says it creates a shiny- reflective look to the lid. It doesn't- especially since you are putting powder over it. They also say Bare Canvas is a shimmer- but it's matte. I don't know who writes their descriptions... just hit the mall and check it out.)

    To get rice powder: http://www.coastalscents.com/cfwebstore/index.cfm/product/569_46/rice-powder.cfm

    Perhaps look for moisturizer with SPF. It's likely to be less oily than straight sunscreen.

    Hope that helps!
  • sarahf
    K, thanks for your advice. Alla, you are not alone. I have oily lids and have pretty much given up on eyeshadow in favor of plain liner (waterproofed) and mascara. You don't see much of my eyelids much anyway because I have naturally hooded lids. But if I ever feel like using shadow again, I'll try these recommendations.
  • Ally E.Ally E.
    I bought myself some Shu Uemura and Mac treats for graduation, including Mac paint pot and what do you know? My eyelids decided to stop being oily. Flipping 'ell.
  • K
    Sweet!!!! I'm glad the paint pot worked for you. It can cause creasing on some people, and if it does for you after awhile, return it and get Mac paint. It's a different formula and comes in little metal tubes. That works better for me, but stick with whatever works for you!!
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