ELF Flawless Eyeshadow in Beautiful Browns 21621

It took me another month to post another review here, but this will be worth it.

For those starting their kits and makeup, ELF is a sensible choice, not just for the price but because the selections are very good and with some tweaking of how to apply them correctly, you can get very good color pay off. Color pay off does not mean it is always highly pigmented, it just means if you know what you are doing to apply them correctly, you can really get your money's worth for it, and the Flawless eyeshadow pallete in Beautiful Browns 21621, is a very good start.

This palette would flatter any skintone. Note that I have olive undertones to the "needs warmth" color.

First of all, let me start by saying that just like any eyeshadow application, use a very good base. Do not skip this step. Especially needed if you use ELF Flawless Eyeshadow (FLE) is a base that is the creamiest that you have in your arsenal. Depending on the final effect you want to achieve, use one that is long lasting. Let us use (for example purposes) a tan colored base for this Beautiful Brown palette. It is best to use little amount to begin with and work your way up from there to get the desired color on your eyelid. Remember, a little goes a long way. You can always add but it can be a task to take some off or even try evening the color out once it is already applied on the eyelid.

Experiment. Do not be afraid to try and think outside the box. The colors on the pallete have suggested where each color be applied, but you know makeup is a subjective art, try to see what works best for you. Neutrals are always flattering and not over the top , be it for school, office or special events like a wedding.

Use a clean and very good quality brush. You are only as good in applying makeup with the tools that you use and use correctly. Clean the brushes and always have a clean one for blending. And blend away.

Disclaimer: I never liked the ELF sponge/brush applicator this comes with.

                                                                  Palette from the box.

                                            Color swatches, in the order they appear in the palette

The colors on my hand swatch does not have do it justice, but the top (browbone) eyeshadow is very flattering for anyone. The copperish color (third from top) is great for summer this year, complements any hue of dress or top color. The bottom color is a deep brown, very good for the outer V color. I use the 2nd from the top color as my base at times and use a dark defined eyeliner. It makes both the eyeliner and the soft brown color, pop! Nice.

If you use a wet brush, pick up eyeshadow lightly from the palette. Using a wet brush can create a dry film on top of the eyeshadow and would be difficult to pick up color the next time around. You will need to scrape the top off gently to get to the powder again.

Again, I highly recommend this ELF FLE palette for beginners. It won't break the bank and you will have fun using it. Invest in a high end neutral palette after you have mastered this one, you will thank me later. 

Grab yourself one of this and have fun with it. Use different brushes and application for each color.

I like it and sometimes when I am on a bind I travel with this palette only and it gets me through days and nights by just varying the color intensity and freshening up the colors by blending.

I recommend this palette for starters and for those travelling and want a handy palette in their purse.

Have fun!