Youngblood Pressed Mineral Eyeshadow Quad Garden Party 4g

Talc-free eyeshadow quad with four rosy shades, from soft peachy pink to deep plum

Pink and plum on the eyes may sound bold, but in the right combination they make a soft, fresh look that flatters many skin tones. It helps when the shades are already matched, so you don't have to work out which light and dark colours go together. Youngblood Pressed Mineral Eyeshadow Quad Garden Party is a compact palette with four pressed mineral eyeshadows in a rosy colour family. You can use it for a light daytime look, but also for a deeper, smoky version in plum.

The eyeshadows are talc-free and, according to Youngblood, have a silky, velvety texture that blends seamlessly and stays put all day. The quad combines matte, shimmer and pearl finishes, so you can bring shine to the centre of the lid and use the matte shades for depth. The colour is buildable: one layer gives soft definition, a second layer a more intense result. The compact contains 4 g and fits in any makeup bag.

Shades: Garden Party contains the shades Pink Peony, Radiant Rose, Bloom and Plum Passion. In the photos you can see a soft peachy pink, a shimmering pink, a mauve and a deep plum. That gives you a light base, a medium shade for the crease, a shimmering accent and a dark shade for the outer corner, all in one quad. If you prefer neutral shades, take a look at Taupe Smoke, and for warm copper and terracotta shades, Starlit.

Benefits

• Four coordinated rosy shades in one compact
• Talc-free, velvety mineral formula
• A mix of matte, shimmer and pearl finishes
• Buildable from soft definition to intense colour
• Blends seamlessly and, according to Youngblood, stays put all day
• With rice starch, jojoba seed oil, vitamin E and honeysuckle extract

Key ingredients

The mineral formula is all about pigment, but it also contains ingredients that support comfort and wear on the lid:

Mica: Ethically sourced, according to Youngblood. Mica adds a subtle sheen and a silky-smooth texture. In the shimmering shades of Garden Party it creates the light reflection.

Rice starch: Controls shine and helps soften the look of fine texture. It helps the eyeshadow last instead of collecting in the crease.

Jojoba seed oil: Conditions and hydrates the skin. It gives the eyeshadow a smooth, cushioned feel, so it glides evenly over the lid.

Vitamin E: Nourishes and softens the skin. That is pleasant on the delicate eyelid, where you often wear makeup for hours.

Honeysuckle extract: An antioxidant that, according to Youngblood, helps protect against free radicals and supports the skin barrier.

How to use

1. Sweep the lightest shade across the lid or just under the brow to brighten, using the YB9 All-Over Shadow Luxe Brush
2. Blend a medium shade through the crease with the YB8 Tapered Blending Luxe Brush for soft depth
3. Use the plum shade to create a small "V" at the outer corner, for example with the YB11 Crease Luxe Brush
4. Soften the edges until no harsh transitions remain
5. For more intense colour, use a slightly dampened brush, as Youngblood also recommends

Suitable for

• All skin types, according to Youngblood
• Lovers of pink, mauve and plum on the eyes
• A fresh daytime look and a deeper evening look
• Anyone looking for a small palette to keep in their bag

Frequently asked questions

Do pink and plum shades suit everyone?

Rosy shades on the eyes suit many skin tones, especially when you combine them with a darker shade for depth. Plum makes brown and green eyes in particular stand out, because the colour contrasts with the iris. Start with a thin layer and build up to the intensity that suits you.

Can I apply this eyeshadow wet?

Yes, Youngblood says you can use the eyeshadow dry for a soft look and wet for more intensity. Dampen the brush slightly, tap off the excess and apply the colour to the lid. The shimmering shades in particular really come alive this way.

How do I stop eyeshadow from creasing?

Work in thin layers and tap the excess off your brush before applying colour. An even, clean base on the lid helps the colour stay in place for longer. The formula contains rice starch, which according to Youngblood contributes to longer wear.

Which brushes do I need?

Youngblood recommends the YB9 for the lid, the YB8 Tapered Blending Brush for the transition in the crease and the YB11 Crease Brush for the outer corner. With these three brushes you can create a complete look with Garden Party, from light to dark.