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For a Shot of Shimmer, Try These Laura Mercier Fairy Dust Eye Shimmers

February 24th, 2015 by Karen 30 Comments

The new Laura Mercier Fairy Dust Eye Shimmers, $28 each
The new Laura Mercier Fairy Dust Eye Shimmers (five shades, $28 dollars each)

Yes, I’m picturing an invisible factory staffed by thousands of flittering fairies who crush precious gems with tiny magic hammers.

This, because of the new $28 Fairy Dust Eye Shimmers by Laura Mercier.

I’m also thinking, “Ooh, shimmer!” 🙂

As it turns out, these loose eyeshadows are more shimmery than glittery — like powdered pearls — so if you want bigger bits of bling, steer your tush toward Urban Decay, or somewhere else with mounds of glitter.

To use these, there’s a flat, wide brush attached to the bottom of the twist-off cap. Just swipe the brush, which should already be loaded with pigment, directly on your lids.

You can wear them on their own, blended with other shadows, or use ’em as like a sparkly topcoat, by layering them on top of an already finished eye look.

Laura Mercier Fairy Dust Eye Shimmer Swatches from the left: Crushed Copper, Crushed Platinum, Crushed Amethyst, Crushed Lapis and Crushed Opnyx
Swatches from the left of Crushed Copper, Crushed Platinum, Crushed Amethyst, Crushed Lapis and Crushed Onyx


Cool…

No, really. There’s a cooling sensation on my skin from these finely milled shimmers. I don’t know how or why that’s possible, but it is.

You know the Pixi Fairy Dust powder pigments? The ones that are $10? These are like fancy-pants versions.

Have a look and maybe a swatch next time you visit Sephora. There are five shades for $28 each.

Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,

Karen

For a Shot of Shimmer, Try These Laura Mercier Fairy Dust Eye Shimmers / Originally published February 24th, 2015

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  1. Amy says

    February 24th, 2015 at 6:27 pm

    Oh! That copper is gorgeous! It’s on my list now…

    Reply
  2. Katherine M says

    February 24th, 2015 at 6:29 pm

    I do love me some Laura Mercier. These look like a lot of fun and easy to use. I like that they do come with a brush. My latest thing has been using whatever applicator comes with my eye makeup and then using a blending brush to blend. It works out pretty well for the most part.

    One thing I’ve always loved about Laura’s makeup is that she does a lot of neutrals with just the right twist to enhance the skin and eyes. Her makeup is interesting without going into the “out there” and “not totally office appropriate.” I especially love her liners in Stormy Grey and Black Violet.

    Reply
    • Karen says

      February 25th, 2015 at 10:25 am

      Hi Katherine,

      Me too. If you ever get the chance try her cream eyeshadows (both in the tube and stick). I think you will love them!

      Reply
  3. Erin says

    February 24th, 2015 at 6:40 pm

    The cooling sensation might be nice come summer!
    Erin recently posted … Grifone Bianco

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  4. Laarni says

    February 24th, 2015 at 7:56 pm

    AHHH! Everything is gorgeous esp the crushed copper!!!
    Laarni recently posted … My Summer Look 2015

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  5. Nicole says

    February 25th, 2015 at 2:52 am

    Do you remember when Benefit sold Show-offs? Laura Mercier’s fairy dust eye shimmers remind me of the now discontinued eyeshadow.
    Nicole recently posted … Three reasons to love Maybelline’s Color Drama Intense Velvet Lip Pencil

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    • Karen says

      February 25th, 2015 at 10:23 am

      OMG, YES! I think I might actually have an old tube around here somewhere that I’ve kept for makeup prosperity!

      Reply
  6. Lancy says

    February 25th, 2015 at 3:31 am

    Crushed copper looks fantastic! 🙂 Would love to see it on you!
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    • Karen says

      February 25th, 2015 at 10:23 am

      That one is giving me lovie eyes from across the room! I will probably end up caving, LOL!

      Reply
  7. Kim says

    February 25th, 2015 at 4:51 am

    Oh, they’re lovely! A bit too much shimmer for these old lids but I like the nail polish-like bottle and brush design. It seems pretty neat. 🙂

    Reply
    • Karen says

      February 25th, 2015 at 10:22 am

      I’m hoping that if I ever get around to these that the whole brush situation will help me NOT make a huge mess. Who knows, though? Where there is a will…

      Reply
      • Kim says

        February 25th, 2015 at 11:07 am

        Oh, good point! It could be a bit of a fallout disaster. There’s probably going to be some tapping involved. 🙂

        On a completely different note, have you watched Better Call Saul? I’m liking it a lot!

        Reply
  8. Chris25 says

    February 25th, 2015 at 8:06 am

    Crushed Lapis!!!! :O

    Reply
    • Chris25 says

      February 25th, 2015 at 8:07 am

      And Crushed Copper. It looks a little like MAC Copper Sparkle.
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      • Karen says

        February 25th, 2015 at 10:17 am

        Hi Chris,

        Ooh, yeah! A little bit! Good eye.

        Reply
    • Karen says

      February 25th, 2015 at 10:17 am

      I know, right?

      Reply
  9. Kiss & Make-up says

    February 25th, 2015 at 8:12 am

    Crushed Copper looks pretty 🙂
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    • Karen says

      February 25th, 2015 at 10:17 am

      That one’s my fave, too. 🙂

      Reply
  10. Sookie says

    February 25th, 2015 at 8:29 am

    Oooh—I love how it’s not “too much”. Will definitely have my mommy try out the Crushed Copper. Should go well with dark brown eyes!

    xoxo Sookie
    (www.sookiethechi.com)

    Reply
    • Karen says

      February 25th, 2015 at 10:16 am

      Hi Sookie,

      Aww, that’s so sweet that you and your mom can bond over makeup. Have you ever done her makeup?

      Reply
      • Sookie says

        February 25th, 2015 at 2:38 pm

        No, but I have “undone” her makeup before.

        What can I say, I want to give kisses to everyone. Apparently, my mom doesn’t want any when she’s just put her makeup on. :/

        xoxo Sookie
        (www.sookiethechi.com)

        Reply
  11. Poo@beautyandmakeupmatters says

    February 25th, 2015 at 10:06 am

    so many prettyy shades.. copper crush is brightest of them all!!

    They can be termed as eye shadow finishing powder for the pop of color on lids.. but the cooling sensation.. I am really not sure whether to go ahead with this bcz I totally detest such products. 😛
    Poo@beautyandmakeupmatters recently posted … Stila Lip Glaze – Passion Fruit Review, Swatch, LOTD

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    • Karen says

      February 25th, 2015 at 10:14 am

      Hi Poo,

      The cooling sensation is very subtle. Nothing too crazy!

      Reply
  12. Masha russia says

    February 25th, 2015 at 10:52 am

    Crushed Onyx has to be mine! It is very appropriate for the spring season, and even in the summer wearing on the beach!
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  13. Gio says

    February 25th, 2015 at 12:32 pm

    That copper is gorgeous! It’d be perfect for a quick summer look.
    Gio recently posted … Product Review: HQ Gel “Effetto Lifting”

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  14. Noemi says

    February 25th, 2015 at 1:10 pm

    I swatched Crushed Onyx at Sephora and it is BEAUTIFUL!!

    Reply
  15. Jen L says

    February 25th, 2015 at 1:17 pm

    Ooh, this is a must have! Thanks for the post and I’m glad to hear they come with a brush. I never know what brush to use (!)

    Reply
  16. Allison C says

    February 25th, 2015 at 1:30 pm

    So many metallics this year! And they’re showing metallics with nude looks – I think it’s great. Love LM’s shadows!
    Allison C recently posted … NeoStrata Intensive Eye Therapy

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  17. LindaLibraLoca says

    February 25th, 2015 at 11:47 pm

    If they included the fairies, Inwould be completely sold.
    Imaging the fluttering around, dusting you in shimmer right before the prince rides in…
    But maybe the brush will do.
    LindaLibraLoca recently posted … Different shades of neutral – my eyeshadow collection

    Reply
  18. Fancie says

    February 26th, 2015 at 12:18 pm

    I love Copper and Onyx!
    Fancie recently posted … On Wednesdays We Wear Pink!

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