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Urban Decay Spring 2009: A Recessionista’s Guide

January 13th, 2009 by Karen 45 Comments

The economy’s got a lot of us rethinking our beauty spending habits. If you’re looking to save dough but still want in on the spring collection action, Urban Decay’s Eric Jimenez suggests looking for makeup that multitasks.

“In this economy-friendly environment,” suggests Eric, international makeup artist and Urban Decay worldwide retail director, “you want products with multiple functions.” Budget beauties are looking for lipsticks that double as blushes and lip colors that also work around the eyes. “Every woman wants something that she can do more than one thing with in her handbag.”

Urban Decay cosmetics, a line known for highly pigmented and colorful makeup, offers a few interesting multitaskers for spring.

Fellow members of Club Recessionista, here are Eric’s suggestions on how to get the most bang for your buck with items from the spring collection (in stores next month).


Strike a pose, Eric!

New Sin Potion Primer, a multitasking monster!

One of the most flexible items in the spring line is the new Sin Eyeshadow Primer Potion ($17), a shimmery, champagne version of Urban Decay’s cult classic, Primer Potion.

While intended as an eyeshadow base, Sin works well as a highlighter, too. Apply it along the bridge of the nose, under the brow bone and along the inner corner of the eyes to brighten and glow.

Eric even uses Sin on the lips. “Use it on the lips with a transparent or a see-through gloss over it,” he suggests, where it adds a frosty, fawn color and extends the wear time of lipsticks and glosses.

Oh, and if you’re running late (or just plain lazy, haaaaay), swipe Sin on your eyelids and blend with a finger. Voila! — instant eyeshadow.

Double duty with Cream Shadows and 24/7 Glide-on Eye Pencils


From top to bottom:Whipped, Weeds, Delinquent and Moonshine

The new Cream Shadows ($17 each; available in 12 colors) and the four 24/7 Glide-on Eye Pencil spring shades ($16) multitask like mo’ fo’s.

Cream Shadows work as both eyeshadows and liners. When Eric uses Asphalt, a shimmery black, as a liner, he sweeps the doe-foot applicator along the lower lash line and blends away harsh lines with a finger.

Have any black eyeshadows at home that you haven’t used in years? Bring ’em back to life atop a base layer of shimmery Asphalt.

Packed with moisturizing ingredients like Jojoba oil and Vitamin E, the four new 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencils — Graffiti, Flipside, Rasom and Underground — double as liners and eyeshadows.


From left to right: Graffiti, Flipside, Rasom and Underground

The 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencils are great as shadows when you want a quick pop of color. Just line the top lash line with one of them, and blend the color up into the crease with a finger.

Midnight Cowboy lipstick for nude cheeks and lips

Midnight Cowboy lipstick ($22), a shimmery fawn with flecks of gold glitter, might turn out to be Urban Decay’s next cult classic. According to Eric, “Midnight Cowboy is beautiful on everybody.” He’s used it on women of all shades and calls it universally flattering.

To really stretch out those dolla-dolla-bills-ya’ll, Eric advises against just slathering on Midnight Cowboy and other lipsticks and blotting away the excess with a tissue.

Instead, waste less lipstick by lightly tapping the tube against the lips and patting with a finger to blend.

Then, take the leftover lipstick on your fingertip, and work it into your cheeks. 🙂

For a nude lip able to dance the night away, apply Sin Potion Primer, and layer Midnight Cowboy lipstick on top.


Swatches from left to right: Midnight Cowboy, Sin Potion Primer, Delinquent Cream Shadow, Moonshine Cream Shadow, Weeds Cream Shadow, Whipped Cream Shadow

Urban Decay’s spring 2009 has a lil’ something for everyone, but OOH! — I’m all over my Midnight Cowboy and those 24/7 Glide-on Eye Pencils…

Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,

Karen

Urban Decay Spring 2009: A Recessionista’s Guide / Originally published January 13th, 2009

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  1. Tavia says

    January 13th, 2009 at 4:37 pm

    I love thee New Sin Potion Primer. The color is very nice and I like to have a multi tasking makeup toy in my bag:) I think the price is good also….I’m really curious how it will look like and eyeshadow.

    Tavia´s last blog post..Accessories – finishing touches

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  2. Glosslizard says

    January 13th, 2009 at 4:42 pm

    I’m intrigued by Sin Primer Potion, just make sure you look up one of those tutorials on how to get all the product out of the tube!

    Reply
  3. Briana says

    January 13th, 2009 at 4:49 pm

    Oooh, all of this stuff looks like fun! Would definitely like to try the Primer!

    Reply
  4. Maggie says

    January 13th, 2009 at 4:52 pm

    woooow, it looks greatt!!! <3

    Reply
  5. Briana says

    January 13th, 2009 at 4:53 pm

    Crappy! They don’t ship to Canada either!

    Reply
  6. Rae says

    January 13th, 2009 at 5:05 pm

    I’m so excited for Sin PP ^^ It looks gorgeous (even on your lips – whoa, I wouldn’t have expected that from a primer!), and I love the original UDPP! Would you say it’s just as good at making shadow “stick”?

    Rae´s last blog post..Or maybe a whimper?

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  7. Karen says

    January 13th, 2009 at 5:33 pm

    Hi Tavia,

    It’s pretty — I used it as a simple was for a FOTD today. I’ll post up pics soon. 🙂

    Reply
  8. Karen says

    January 13th, 2009 at 5:33 pm

    Hi Glosslizard,

    LOL, I’m not about to take a handsaw to my tube… I lack both the coordination and upper body strength.

    Reply
  9. Karen says

    January 13th, 2009 at 5:33 pm

    Hi Briana,

    Yeah, it’s pretty colorful and playful. It’ll definitely appeal to those that love vibrant, colorful makeup!

    Reply
  10. Karen says

    January 13th, 2009 at 5:33 pm

    Hi Maggie,

    It’s pretty! What do you like the most?

    Reply
  11. Karen says

    January 13th, 2009 at 5:33 pm

    Hi Briana,

    Oh no, that’s a bummer!

    Reply
  12. Karen says

    January 13th, 2009 at 5:34 pm

    Hi Rae,

    I have only used it as a wash… when I layered the pencils on top I did notice that it held onto them nicely. I’ll let you know how they handle powders and when I get the chance to play with it a lil’ bit more. 🙂

    Reply
  13. Jen says

    January 13th, 2009 at 6:07 pm

    Hey Karen

    Hmm I’m pretty intrigued about the Sin primer potion. Have you tried Sin eyeshadow? It is effin’ gorgeous. Is it super shimmery? Every time I’ve seen swatches is looks almost metallic. I’m not sure if I need it or not though–I have Mac paint pot in Bare Study and Clinique’s cream eye shadow in another nude color, so I’m kind of waffling.

    I want to try the 24/7 liners so bad! But I’ve put myself on a pretty strict budget, and I’m hoping somehow I’ll find a discount on them one day.

    Reply
  14. Vampy Vanrish says

    January 13th, 2009 at 6:42 pm

    Yep, I too am all over the 24/7 eye pencils! I have 3 of them already and LOVE them!

    Vampy Vanrish´s last blog post..MAC Varicose Violet

    Reply
  15. Miss QQ says

    January 13th, 2009 at 7:05 pm

    Hi Karen. I want to try 24/7 liners too but we don’t have it. When Sephora opened last month, I was very excited to try it but was disappointed to know that UD is not carried. I don’t like things that multi-task actually. Too complicated LOL.

    Reply
  16. Karen says

    January 13th, 2009 at 7:17 pm

    Hi Jen,

    I haven’t tried Sin eyeshadow! I am looking forward to checking it out during my next Sephora jaunt. 🙂 I’ll let you know if it’s super shimmery.

    You just might get addicted to the 24/7 liners. Maybe when one of your staple colors runs out you can try one of ’em!

    Reply
  17. Karen says

    January 13th, 2009 at 7:17 pm

    Hi Vampy Varnish,

    Oh! What colors do you have?

    Reply
  18. Karen says

    January 13th, 2009 at 7:17 pm

    Hi Miss QQ,

    That’s too bad! Perhaps if customers start demanding it they’ll start to carry the line. You never know. 🙂

    Reply
  19. Alicia says

    January 13th, 2009 at 8:30 pm

    Love your blog about this! I’m so excited to get Sin Primer Potion. I love the original primer so I’m sure I will love this one!

    Reply
  20. Karen says

    January 13th, 2009 at 8:48 pm

    Hi Alicia,

    If you love the original one then I think you’ll find this handy. Do you wear lots of shimmer? Sin will definitely take those shadows to the next level!

    Reply
  21. odelle says

    January 13th, 2009 at 9:44 pm

    I’m very disappointed that UD didn’t used this chance to change the packaging for PP. I think next time, I’ll buy Too Faced Shadow Insurance.

    Reply
  22. Karen says

    January 13th, 2009 at 9:47 pm

    Hi Odelle,

    I really like Shadow Insurance. Mine went MIA, though! I can’t seem to find it and I’m heartbroken.

    Reply
  23. nai says

    January 13th, 2009 at 10:55 pm

    ooh, pretty pretty!

    the only concern i have is a hygenic one, if we’re talking about using any product on both eyes and lips. don’t want to give yourself a bug from your mouth to your eye. so not sexy!

    Reply
  24. YJ says

    January 13th, 2009 at 11:36 pm

    That makeup looks hella fun!!! I might have to go get that primer stat… once I (finally) get paid!

    YJ´s last blog post..Insomnia

    Reply
  25. YadiQ says

    January 14th, 2009 at 6:44 am

    HOOORRRAAAAAYYY

    i am so glad you posted abt urban decay !

    i am such a major fan – as you know i am all bout the color!

    i hope you try the 24-7 eye pencils – i know you will love them once you play with them !

    i want to try a few of the new pencils i am not bg on cream textures for my eyes primer or not they crease on me – i think i am an alien!!! but i have a few of their eyeshadow palettes and they are major staples in my day to day thir deluxe shadows are super pigmented and they look really awesome when blended with earthy tones for a fun day look

    Reply
  26. Vampy Varnish says

    January 14th, 2009 at 8:15 am

    I have Rockstar, 1999 and Lust. I have to say Rockstar blows my mind, it looks SUPER fabulous with blue eyes!

    Vampy Varnish´s last blog post..MAC Varicose Violet

    Reply
  27. Karen says

    January 14th, 2009 at 8:53 am

    Hi Nai,

    Oh, good point! Gotta watch out for that…

    Reply
  28. Karen says

    January 14th, 2009 at 8:53 am

    Hi YJ,

    It’s very colorful and playful. Do you like to wear brights?

    Reply
  29. Karen says

    January 14th, 2009 at 8:53 am

    Hi YadiQ,

    I know you are all about the color. 🙂

    Do you have any Deluxe Shadow colors you can recommend? I want to try those, too!

    Reply
  30. Karen says

    January 14th, 2009 at 8:53 am

    Hi Vampy Varnish,

    Oh! What fun names. I will note those colors on my list. 🙂

    I gotta have an eyeliner named after a Prince song…

    Reply
  31. YadiQ says

    January 14th, 2009 at 9:26 am

    i have the deluxe shadow box it has the following colors
    Fishnet, Honey, Ransom, Graffiti, Zero, Peace, Shag, Scratch, and Underground

    the other eye palette to look out for is the urban ammo set it has:
    Smog , Maui Wowie , Mildew , Shattered, Oil Slick, Polyester Bride, Last Call, Grifter, Chopper , and Sin

    i can honestly say i love them all!! prior to getting the deluxe set i had bought fishnet which is a fabulous color pinky, purple and irridescent. the urban ammo is also a great set and at 30 something bucks a set its really a lot of variety for the buck the glitter shadows also arent over the top they are subtle – my only dislike of the line is the primer potion i just dont like it but the sadows work darn good with the two faced shadow insurance

    in the 24-7 liners i got the vip set as well as velvet rope and they are all divine!

    have fun i hope you get some of these suggestions!

    Reply
  32. Amanda says

    January 14th, 2009 at 12:22 pm

    24/7 liners are sooo awesome. I have 3 original colors, and they are fab-they stay on like glue! I really like the swatch of grafitti. Sin primer potion sounds interesting. I was very, very loyal to the original PP until I decided to try Too Faced SI. 🙂 And I LOVE that royal blue cream eyeshadow swatch! WOWZERS!

    Reply
  33. Karen says

    January 14th, 2009 at 2:22 pm

    Hi YadiQ,

    I may have to get Maui Wowie and Polyester Bride for the names alone. 🙂

    Did I tell you that my Too Faced Shadow Insurance went MIA? I can’t find it. *tears*

    Reply
  34. Karen says

    January 14th, 2009 at 2:22 pm

    Hi Amanda,

    Yah, that blue cream shadow is NOT messing around. I am planning on wearing that with some false lashes, woo hoo. It’s one of those colors where you have to go big, you know?

    Reply
  35. YadiQ says

    January 14th, 2009 at 2:41 pm

    hmmm

    i think tabs stole your shadow insurance!!! i highly doubt el hub had anything to do with it lol

    i say buy the 2 shadow sets and a new SI stat!

    Reply
  36. Karen says

    January 14th, 2009 at 2:56 pm

    Hey YadiQ,

    You know, I wouldn’t be surprised if either El Hub or El Tabs hid my beloved tube. They both believe I have gone too far with eye my makeup obsession.

    BUT THEY CAN’T HOLD ME DOWN!!!

    Reply
  37. Sonja says

    January 16th, 2009 at 7:07 pm

    Absolutely fabulous! I gotta get me some of that potion and that lipstick. I adore Midnight Cowboy. Thanks for the great post!

    Sonja´s last blog post..Lovely Peeps

    Reply
  38. aziajs says

    February 5th, 2009 at 2:53 pm

    I looove Delinquent and Ransom. I have to have them.

    Reply
  39. Angie says

    May 7th, 2009 at 5:27 pm

    That midnight cowboy stuff….. i WILL get it.
    i love shimmery nudes!

    Reply
  40. chloe says

    February 10th, 2010 at 9:12 am

    Hi, just to let you know incase you havent got the 24/7 liners, i bought them off an airline for 9.99 pounds and theres 9 in a box like travel size but still do a good job!

    Reply

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