This is what Fyrinnae says about its shadows:
They may be applied dry or wet, but for best results we recommend "patting" the colour on instead of "sweeping" it to apply.
Please keep in mind that the majority of Fyrinnae colours are complex and "layered", they are not repackaged mica. This does alter the application methods for many shades vs. traditional shadows. As with all of our products, all shades are created in our studio/lab then tested by us.
These are the colors I chose to try for my first Fyrinnae Shadows.
I will be reviewing these as I wear them.
Top: Daijodan, Arcane Magic Dragon Mix
Lower: Arcane Magic Archmage, Professional Colors Embrace
Right side alone: Immortality (free sample with order)
L to R Digital Faerie, Biker Chic
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What I like about the shadows:
Easy to apply
While I knew I loved the look on others, I was not sure if patting would work for me. Generally, on me because I am so fair, that results in blotching. But I'm happy to report that the ones I tried this morning went on like silk and feel like silk. I had the option of applying sheer or with brighter vibrancy. It was good to know the shadows have more than one look.
What brush?
Applied dry: Aromaleigh FO brush, and it worked well.
Feels soothing
This is a huge plus for me!!
I am having no sense of irritation, as I sometimes get from other lines. It feels very calming and soothing on.
Huge color selection
169 colors, but 261 categorized by shades - I'm not sure of the difference in numbers.
The colors are high fashion, beyond what is seen in department store brands or even Chanel.
Easy Categorization of shades
It is easy to choose what form of shadow you want to try.
148 dye-free
18 Arcane Magic
116 sparkle and shimmer
30 medium shimmer
22 matte and low shimmer
17 endangered (a portion of proceeds goes to the World Wildlife Fund)
9 in edition (Mad Tea Party March 2009)
20 liner
I tended to choose by finish. I know I usually don't prefer matte, so I chose more sparkle and shimmer. But I wanted to try across several of the finishes so I could get a feel for how they looked and applied.
Arcane Magic
It was really hard to choose -- I think I want nearly all of them!
I chose two: Dragon Magic and Archmage. Pictures to follow.
Fyrinnae's Arcane Magic Eyeshadows are specialized colours that change hue depending on how the light hits it. Different light sources will show different shades, too. All have a semi-opaque base to show off the colours better. Some may give off 4 or 5 different hues! The sample sizes are smaller because these colours are quite a bit more expensive to create.
Sparkle and Shimmer
Most of the colors I chose were this finish. Pictures to follow as I wear them.
Today I wore them dry.
Base: Trish McEvoy
Lids: Digital Faerie
Lined upper and lower: Biker Chic
Professional colors
I chose one of these: Embrace. Intense, shimmery teal. Not lip-safe.
Picture to follow.
Created for and with the help of makeup artists, our Professional Colours are made to be longer lasting and often more intense than our eye shadow. Sparkle "sticks" longer, and the colours stay brighter even in hot, humid conditions. May be used dry or mixed with water before use.
My recommendation
If you haven't tried these shadows, give them a try.
Their sampling program is an excellent way to start. You can try multiple colors without breaking the bank.
I'm going to try some reds next time and some of the neutrals and some...and some...LOL!
Karin
5 for color
5 for feel
4 it's migrating a bit, but that might be the base I used
Originally posted 2009-04-02 11:04:16.
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Love it!
Digital Faerie is one of my favorites!
Have you ever applied them wet? I think I might dampen a brush and go over it and see what it does then. Haven’t done it yet, tho.
How do you like immortality? Do all of the colors show up? how does it measure up to biker chic? thanks!
I’m sorry I missed your comment earlier! I think all the colors I’ve tried show up. Maybe I’ll try those two colors together and let you see them. I need to wear them again, anyway. I got sidetracked!