What it is:A glue specifically formulated to lock down eye glitter and enhance its reflective quality.What it does:This colorless cream formula is designed to grab and hold loose glitters, pigments, and shimmers so they won't come off until you take them off.

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Questions & Answers for Too Faced Shadow Insurance Glitter Glue Glitter Bonding Eye Shadow Primer

Question

How do you use it?

Do you pat it on and then press the eyeshadow on right away? Or do you smear it on and rub it in like regular eyelid primer? Does it interfere with blending eyeshadows?

asked 2 years, 2 months ago

juicykris

(Fargo, ND)

on Shadow Insurance Glitter Glue Glitter Bonding Eye Shadow Primer

8 answers

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answer 1

I apply a line to the back of my hand, about 1/2 inch, which is enough for both eyes. Then I use an eye shadow brush to apply to the lid. I rinse the brush out with water right away so it's dry by the next morning. I've applied it with the damp brush and it's worked fine too.

I apply my eye shadow immediately after. I find you have a good 5-10 minute window to work in so you don't have to rush.

I do a lot of blending. Blending does take a little more work, meaning you will need to apply more shadow than you normally would, in order to blend it. I use brushes to blend and rarely my fingers.

Be sure to apply the product evenly because its noticable if you miss a spot!

answered 1 year, 8 months ago

moarinternets

(Minnesota)

answer 2

You do have to have a lighter hand when applying shadow because it really does glue it to you. You apply a small amount to you finger and dab, don't rub, the primer until its thinly and evenly applied from lashline up to the underneath of your brow.

answered 1 year, 8 months ago

cait23ebeth

(Texas)

answer 3

I pat it and then place eyeshadow on top but not all over the lid it is very sticky so might be uncomfortable to wear all over

answered 1 year, 11 months ago

fatsimax

answer 4

Spread it on evenly, all over your lids and let it dry before you apply shadow. It never really "dries" so to speak, but you need to let it set, before you apply shadow.

answered 1 year, 11 months ago

daylene

(Portland, OR)

answer 5

I use both aways. It does get harder to blend the colors, but so bad, you can still do it.

answered 2 years ago

icequeenb

(Evergreen, CO)

answer 6

Add the glitter right away before it starts to dry!

answered 2 years, 1 month ago

booangel

(Miami, FL)

answer 7

I pat it on just my lower eye lid to just above the crease because this is the only place I want the glitter to go. I then press the glitter or glittery eye shadow on the primed area. I can still blend the shadow I put on above the crease. Blending with the glitter glue is not a good option.

answered 2 years, 1 month ago

eastbewitched

(Dallas, TX)

answer 8

you spread it on like a regular eye shadow primer but I recommend to work it in fast because it gets tacky and that is what holds the glitter in place.

answered 2 years, 2 months ago

jvaliente

(San Juan, PR)

Question

Specifics regarding this product

Will this eye primer prevent glitter and shimmer fallout and is that what it is specificly desinged for? For example- I love the TF color Glamazon but the fine glitter fallout prevents me from using it as much as I would like. Will this stop that problem? I would also like to know more about the texture of it. Is it very sticky? Thanks for any help you can give!

asked 2 years, 4 months ago

nikitaam

(Las Vegas , Nevada)

on Shadow Insurance Glitter Glue Glitter Bonding Eye Shadow Primer

7 answers

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answer 1

It is semi sticky and holds the glitter pretty well! Add glitter right after applying the product before it starts to dry! I use over shadow as a liner on both top and bottom lids!

answered 2 years, 1 month ago

booangel

(Miami, FL)

answer 2

This product is sticky, but not like fly paper sticky. I use it with Too Faced glamour dust, which is a loose glitter, and it really keeps it on my eyelids and not my cheeks. Also, it comes off easily with eye makeup remover.

answered 2 years, 1 month ago

eastbewitched

(Dallas, TX)

answer 3

it is very sticky and it is perfect to prevent glitter fall out.. it grabs everything. you could try not rubbing it in completly and leaving it a little thick for extra hold

answered 2 years, 2 months ago

ilovestyle

(Brooklyn, New York)

answer 4

The Glitter Glue is tacky, but not overly sticky. Just use a small amount and you will definitely see less fall out from glitter shadows and loose pigments.

answered 2 years, 3 months ago

queenb88

answer 5

it's tacky but dries quick. it will stop fallout.

answered 2 years, 3 months ago

mintycakes

(pensacola, fl)

answer 6

This product was pretty tacky, but blended on very nicely. My glitter clung to it all day, no fall out. I patted on the shadow, I think this works better than swiping. The glitter really clung to it. I love this product!

answered 2 years, 4 months ago

Rosy

(Dallas, TX)

answer 7

This product works really good. If you are looking to lock down the glitter on your eyes then this is the product for you. When you put a little on your finger you can tell that it has a glue like feeling but when it dries it doesn't feel cracky. It feels just fine once dried. I think you'll like it. This tube should last you a while.

answered 2 years, 4 months ago

lipjunkiee

Question

Would you recommend this for applying it over an existing shadow to accent that shadow with glitter?

I just want to be able to add some glitter over the shadow I put on, without covering up the shadow. How do you apply this product? Do you just slap it on your eye and then dab some glitter over it? Or would it work to mix in glitter with the glue???

Thanks

asked 2 years, 4 months ago

ananas24

(SF Bay Area, CA)

on Shadow Insurance Glitter Glue Glitter Bonding Eye Shadow Primer

7 answers

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answer 1

Apply this product first then apply the glitter right away before it starts to dry!

answered 2 years, 1 month ago

booangel

(Miami, FL)

answer 2

I have done exactly what you are wanting to do. Put your eyeshadow on the way you normally would. Then pat on a small amount of the glitter glue to the area you want to apply the glitter. Then press, not brush, the glitter to this area. You will get a fantasic effect that is really, really pretty.

answered 2 years, 1 month ago

eastbewitched

(Dallas, TX)

answer 3

if u try putting it over the shadow the shadow will come off with it. In my experience, i have used less strong lid primers and after putting my eyeshadow on i just use my finger and dab the glitter over the shadow and it holds ....i think that will work even better with this primer because it is soo sticky.

answered 2 years, 2 months ago

ilovestyle

(Brooklyn, New York)

answer 4

yes, you can do this. pat a TINY thin layer on the area where you want glitter (don't blend it around you will smear your e/s).

answered 2 years, 3 months ago

mintycakes

(pensacola, fl)

answer 5

haha no worries, thanks for your help! I am going to try it out!

answered 2 years, 4 months ago

ananas24

(SF Bay Area, CA)

answer 6

So sorry I posted a response in your question! It was an accident. Regarding your question.....Someone I spoke to on Beauty Advice said she mixed the primer with loose pigment glitter, then quickly applied with a brush and it turned out well. They also said the primer is colorless so I would think that it would not interfere with your base shadow if you want to add a layer of glitter to the top. Again, sorry for botching up your question. I could have sworn I posted it under my question :(

answered 2 years, 4 months ago

nikitaam

(Las Vegas , Nevada)

answer 7

Thanks Rosy! Your review was even more helpfull than your answer. I just ordered the UD Naked palette and a few TF shadows with high sparkle and want a primer that will help with fallout more than anything. Good review :)

answered 2 years, 4 months ago

nikitaam

(Las Vegas , Nevada)

Question

Does this product already have glitter in it?

How do you use this product? Do you use this as a base, like a primer, or do you put it on overtop of a glittery eye shadow? Lastly, the thing that is confusing me is does this product have the glitter in it already?

asked 2 years, 3 months ago

Anonymous

(Regina, Canada)

on Shadow Insurance Glitter Glue Glitter Bonding Eye Shadow Primer

6 answers

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answer 1

no glitter in it. You prime your eye, layer on your eyecolors, then with a small flat brush (or fingertip) pat on a light layer of Glitter Glue. Then you can get your glitter, and adhere it to the Glitter Glue over everything else. It stays tacky for a minute so you don't have to be super fast before it dries out on the lid and you dont get a chance to stick on the glitter.

answered 1 year, 8 months ago

laurelgale

(Roseville, CA)

answer 2

It does not contain glitter. This is an eye primer that you apply to a clean eye lid before you would apply loose glitter to your eye. It is clear and kind of thick and tacky (like elmers glue) which is very important and is why it works like nothing else at keeping glitters from creasing or traveling. It is not intended for regular eye shadows. Hope this helps. :)

answered 1 year, 10 months ago

alewo27

(Little Chute, WI)

answer 3

No glitter in this product!

answered 2 years, 1 month ago

booangel

(Miami, FL)

answer 4

There is no glitter in the product. It goes on a non color. It is best to just use it where you wear the glitter eyes shadow. I press the eye shadow on instead of brushing it on.

answered 2 years, 1 month ago

eastbewitched

(Dallas, TX)

answer 5

i use it like a lid primer. i put it directly onto my lid then apply any glitter or shadow over it and it holds everything.

answered 2 years, 2 months ago

ilovestyle

(Brooklyn, New York)

answer 6

this is a primer that you use with glittery shadows. there is no glitter, it is clear. pat it over e/s then add glitter or use it just like the regular shadow insurance.

answered 2 years, 3 months ago

mintycakes

(pensacola, fl)

Question

how long does it last as a primer?

I understand its tacky and that helps glitter stay on the lid, however does this last as much as the regular too faced shadow insurance, and have the same quality to keep oily lids with eyeshadows in place?

asked 2 years, 3 months ago

m2306

(Salt Lake City, UT)

on Shadow Insurance Glitter Glue Glitter Bonding Eye Shadow Primer

6 answers

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answer 1

I've used this product for a week now in the 105 degree Central Texas heat. I don't work outside, but I go in and out in the heat quite a bit. I would say I have slightly oily lids. If you use loose eye shadow, it works wonderfully. I have not had any creasing or decrease of performance over a 9 hour work day. I've worn it as long as 12 hours and had no problems. If you go back and forth with regular shadows, I would suggest keeping a regular primer around. It is my opinion this product is specifically for those of us that use a lot of loose pigments and glitter products. I have noticed when I use "regular" shadows with this primer, it just sticks there and is hard to blend.

answered 1 year, 9 months ago

pigmy80

(Georgetown, TX)

answer 2

It does last all day. I too have very oily lids and this does not crease when used with eye glitter. I think the glitter glue works even better than the other Too Faced eye primers.

answered 1 year, 10 months ago

alewo27

(Little Chute, WI)

answer 3

I wouldn't use it as a regular shadow primer, it is a bit too tacky for that. I just keep it handy for when I want to apply sparkle.

answered 1 year, 11 months ago

scorpi5150

(Fresno, CA)

answer 4

No it doesn't last as long as the primer you are using and its not really good as a primer better just for glitter products that normally will not stick to your lids.

answered 2 years, 1 month ago

booangel

(Miami, FL)

answer 5

The quality is the same if not better on holding color and loose glitters.
Particularly loose it's all about using the right brush on applying the glitters to your eyes. A flat firm brush is what I have found best to pat them on. :)

answered 2 years, 2 months ago

kdela

(San Antonio, Texas)

answer 6

yes i use it as my only lid primer...i dont mix it with any other primer and it works great.

answered 2 years, 2 months ago

ilovestyle

(Brooklyn, New York)

Question

Could this be used for metallic/glittery eyeliner?

I recently had a problem with a lot of the shimmer/glitter Urban Decay 24/7 pencils where the mica or shimmer particles fell in my eye and irritated it. The rest of the pencil--the pigment part--stays on, but the mica/glitter seems to fallout a little after wearing the eye pencil a while [I don't line my waterline]. Is this something you could use to prevent that, or is it so sticky you couldn't even apply an eye pencil over it?

asked 2 years, 3 months ago

Sheepy

(Boston, MA)

on Shadow Insurance Glitter Glue Glitter Bonding Eye Shadow Primer

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answer 1

I probably would not use it just to keep the glitter eyeliner in place. it is so tacky that if you don't put anything on top of it, your lid feels sticky and weird for hours (at least mine did where I didn't put any glitter). Maybe try a different primer? Urban Decay's Primer is too thin for my taste, I prefer the Bare Escentuals primers or the original shadow insurance from Too Faced.

answered 1 year, 8 months ago

laurelgale

(Roseville, CA)

answer 2

I think you would be able to apply an eye pencil over it, however you would not be able to "draw" with it. It would be more like patting the glitter on. But yes, I think it would accomplish what you would like for it to. The best thing I can think of is trying to find a Sephora store close to you and trying it in person. Good luck!

answered 1 year, 9 months ago

vixxen81

(Six Mile, SC)

answer 3

You could probably apply sparkle liners over the glitter glue but I honestly don't think it will help. The reason it's so tacky is it needs to be to hold onto the larger dry particles of a glitter as opposed to the smaller particles of a regular eye shadow. I just don't think going wet to wet will help. (I hope that makes sense. In the make-up artist world, eye liners and primers are both considered "wet") My advice would be to try applying a little bit of a translucent powder (ie Mineral Veil) with an eye shadow brush on top of your applied eye liner. That might keep the glitter from falling out of the liner. I hope it works!

answered 1 year, 10 months ago

alewo27

(Little Chute, WI)

answer 4

I would add a little of your favorite eye shadow in a similar color over top of your 24/7 pencils. Thats what I do to make it last all day and no flaking! Make sure you are using an eyeshadow or lid primer!

answered 2 years, 1 month ago

booangel

(Miami, FL)

answer 5

I don't think it would be good to use with a pencil. This stuff is fairly sticky.

answered 2 years, 1 month ago

eastbewitched

(Dallas, TX)

answer 6

its perfect for keeping glitters and shadows where they are supposed to be,...on your eyelid. I actually use this product as a lid primer and i dont use any other primer with it. its clear so even if i dont put makeup over it, you dont get these 'white' areas outside your eyesahdow.

answered 2 years, 2 months ago

ilovestyle

(Brooklyn, New York)

Question

Is this product only available online, and not in stores?

asked 2 years, 4 months ago

jackiep83

(Granada Hills, CA)

on Shadow Insurance Glitter Glue Glitter Bonding Eye Shadow Primer

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Answers

answer 1

definitely bought mine in store!

answered 1 year, 8 months ago

yuey

(Boston, MA)

answer 2

Available in stores, Not inside JCP Sephora though!

answered 2 years, 1 month ago

booangel

(Miami, FL)

answer 3

I have seen this item in the store as well as online.

answered 2 years, 1 month ago

eastbewitched

(Dallas, TX)

answer 4

bought it in the store on 34th street, the big one

answered 2 years, 2 months ago

ilovestyle

(Brooklyn, New York)

answer 5

Yes, all of the new spring products will be available in the stores by the 3rd week of January.

answered 2 years, 4 months ago

headmistress

(New York, NY)

answer 6

Unfortunately we do not have an estimated date of arrival for this item in our stores. If it is not available in store in the next few weeks, we suggest asking the store for more information. Thanks!

answered 2 years, 4 months ago

1877SEPHORA

(San Francisco, CA)

Question

Can it double as a lid primer?

On the days I don't need this for loose powders/shimmers/glitters, can I wear it as a regular eyelid primer, like Too Faced's Shadow Insurance? I haven't bought it yet, but it'd be nice to not have to use seperate products.

Additionally, do you have to use a primer beneath this Glitter Glue?
Thanks!

asked 2 years, 3 months ago

annavp

(Osh, WI)

on Shadow Insurance Glitter Glue Glitter Bonding Eye Shadow Primer

6 answers

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answer 1

no primer needed underneath the primer! this primer is super tacky and will adhere anything to your lids! and yes you can definitely use this for other eyeshadows, however i would not recommend it. the glue is literally glue and the last time i tried it, it made my lids feel sticky and caused my make up brush to stick together.

answered 1 year, 8 months ago

yuey

(Boston, MA)

answer 2

You might be able to use this as a normal primer, however keep in mind. It is sticky, to hold the glitter in place. Therefore, you would probably have to use a finger to apply the eyeshadow and you would have to pat it on. I do not think it would work well with a brush or trying to rub the shadow on. Good luck!

answered 1 year, 9 months ago

vixxen81

(Six Mile, SC)

answer 3

No. I really hope no one else is telling you it's okay to do so. Glitter Glue is very thick and tacky which is very important for loose glitters but it will make your powder and cream shadows smear or crease. Sorry :(

answered 1 year, 10 months ago

alewo27

(Little Chute, WI)

answer 4

No...only good for glitter that doesn't normally stick to your lids!

answered 2 years, 1 month ago

booangel

(Miami, FL)

answer 5

I do not use another primer under the glitter glue. However, I would not use this as just a primer without putting anything on over it. It is too sticky for that.

answered 2 years, 1 month ago

eastbewitched

(Dallas, TX)

answer 6

it lasts pretty much all day. i wore it a few nights ago and woke up with my makeup looking as great as it did when i put it on.

answered 2 years, 2 months ago

ilovestyle

(Brooklyn, New York)

Question

How does it work with UD eyeshadow?

How does it work with the moderately glittery vs. the total glitter bombs? Also, do the shades remain blendable when put over this base, or does blending still cause a major glitter fallout?

asked 2 years, 3 months ago

teyeger

(BC)

on Shadow Insurance Glitter Glue Glitter Bonding Eye Shadow Primer

6 answers

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answer 1

It works amazing with UD shadows. I swatched the entire Black Palatte shadows over it and they were like NEW shadows, gorgeous. Also locked down glitter in UZI, Mowie Wowie, Snatch and MCRA.

answered 1 year, 9 months ago

msversaci

(Wilmington, DE)

answer 2

I've used it with UD shadows. I'd recommend blending as you go for sure, but it didn't cause any fallout that way for me. It's just that it's harder to blend when it dries completely it holds so well for me. I even got this to work with my NARS eurydice (the purple side with the blue reflects that don't show...they showed up!) and NARS tropic without fallout!

answered 1 year, 10 months ago

thiaw

(Georgetown, KY)

answer 3

I wouldn't use this as a primer for regular shadows, only for glitter that doesn't normally stick to your lids. Too Faced Lockdown is great to hold shadows like Urban Decay

answered 2 years, 1 month ago

booangel

(Miami, FL)

answer 4

Blending still causes major glitter fall out. However, it does work beautifully with all the glitter shadows I have, including UD.

answered 2 years, 1 month ago

eastbewitched

(Dallas, TX)

answer 5

i am not sure how the glitter will hold up to blending over it, but it seems to be a pretty thick creamy primer so i would still recommend it. In my experience, the primer has amazing hold.

answered 2 years, 2 months ago

ilovestyle

(Brooklyn, New York)

answer 6

You could definitely use this with UD's glitter shadows and that's one of the reasons I bought it. Primer itself doesn't keep the glitter from falling down through out the day but this stuff really adheres to the eyes (it's not heavy either). When applying your glitters, best way to avoid excess fall out during application is either use the same finger you used to apply the bonding primer with or use a brush to blend the glitter bond over the eye and then use the same brush to pick up the glitters (pick up small amounts) and pat it on. I think this is every woman's dream come true product for those pesky glitter fall outs. Hope this helps. It's a great investment and definitely saves the rest of your face from looking like a glitter bomb after a couple of hours.

answered 2 years, 3 months ago

sapphireroses

(Alabama)

Question

Is it hypoallergenic?

Did anyone have any adverse reaction to this glitter glue?

Apparently I have sensitive skin on the eyelids and would like to know if anyone who has tried it had any bad reaction to it. Thanks.

asked 2 years, 3 months ago

applechik

(New York, NY)

on Shadow Insurance Glitter Glue Glitter Bonding Eye Shadow Primer

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answer 1

I have VERY sensitive eyes/skin too and never had any irritation. It also does not have any gluey smell that I am sensitive to. Every skin is different, but I think with this product you are on the safe side.

answered 1 year, 7 months ago

starprincess

(New York, NY)

answer 2

I have extremely sensitive eyes. I haven't had any issues with this at all and I've used it along my lower lashline to line with glitter.

answered 1 year, 10 months ago

thiaw

(Georgetown, KY)

answer 3

I have sensitive "allergy eyes" and I wear contacts and I have not had any problem with the glittle glue. But this is not an ordinary eye primer. It is intended for eye glitter (not just sparkling shadows) which are difficult for some people to use if you are not careful. So if you are an experienced glitter gal, you shouldn't have an issue. If not, I recommend Bare Escentuals Brightening Prime Time Eye Primers. They are all natural and amazing. Hope that helps. :)

answered 1 year, 10 months ago

alewo27

(Little Chute, WI)

answer 4

I have light, sensitive skin too and I didnt even get pink. was just fine!

answered 1 year, 11 months ago

marasss

answer 5

Not so far and I have sensitive eyes!

answered 2 years, 1 month ago

booangel

(Miami, FL)

answer 6

my skin is usally pretty sensitive and reacts to alot of things...but so far this product is great on my eyes, no itching, swelling, bumps. i love it

answered 2 years, 2 months ago

ilovestyle

(Brooklyn, New York)

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