What it is: Urban Decay’s groundbreaking new eye shadow formula. What it does: This reformulation of Urban Decay’s eye shadow features even softer, amazingly velvety texture; richer, more dense and decadent color; smoother, more uniform pigment distribution and blendability; and longer-lasting, more crease-free wear. The new line of shadows features a completely revamped assortment of shades, new textures, and a totally redesigned token compact. The secret to the new formula is Urban Decay’s Pigment Infusion System™, a vehicle for color that holds tightly to pigment and gives the formula its glide. The proprietory blend of ingredients allows color to weave itself through the formula resulting in insane color payout, color that stays on your lids, and sparkle that doesn’t fall. The amazing technology works for every shade and finish. Every Urban Decay shade is silky, blendable, and stays put. What it is formulated WITHOUT:- Parabens- Sulfates- Synthetic Fragrances- Petrochemicals- Phthalates- GMOs- Triclosan What else you need to know:The new assortment of shades features bestselling favorites, all new shades, and several shades previously available in past palettes. Packaging was inspired by NYC subway tokens; the chromed gunmetal compact with a clear window allows you to see your shade and pop your shadows out and into one of the new customizable palettes.

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Questions & Answers for Urban Decay Eyeshadow

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Is this eye shadow a liquid or powder?

asked 4 months ago

Jellybean1318

(Veradale, WA)

on Eyeshadow

6 answers

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answer 1

This eye shadow is a compact powder.

answered 1 month ago

UDgirl21

answer 2

It is a powder. Its highly pigmented so you don't have to use much!

answered 1 month ago

CasuallyAllure

(Indianapolis, IN)

answer 3

powder

answered 1 month, 3 weeks ago

JaneChemi

(New york, NY)

answer 4

Powder! A very nice smooth powder, blends very nicely

answered 2 months, 1 week ago

Jpalum

(Chicago, IL)

answer 5

if Im not mistaken this comes in powder and liquid . very smooth texture and consistency . amazing for blending with different colors

answered 3 months, 4 weeks ago

Anonymous

(kearny,NJ)

answer 6

powder

answered 4 months ago

rhonda913

(Vine Grove, KY)

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Do these come with an eyeshadow applicator?

asked 9 months ago

Drae76

(Sequim,WA)

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4 answers

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answer 1

Nope

answered 2 months, 1 week ago

Jpalum

(Chicago, IL)

answer 2

answered 5 months ago

candydonya

(sherman oaks, ca)

answer 3

No, it does not if you purchase as a single shadow.

answered 8 months ago

msprissy

(Upper Marlboro, MD)

answer 4

No, but they have a very easily blendable formula so any brush or sponge applicator will work just fine. Urban Decay also sells their own line of Good Karma brushes.

answered 8 months ago

sexylady

(New Jersey)

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Are these shadows good for contact wearers?

I went to see my eye doctor today and she said I should avoid makeup that is not good for contact wearers and especially because my eyes are so dry. She said to especially avoid waterproof makeup and glittery because it does not dissolve in the eye and may get pushed around in my eye, causing scratches, which she said I had a lot of in my eyes.

asked 2 months, 3 weeks ago

Anonymous

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answer 1

My eyes dry out easily when I wear contacts, but this eye shadow doesn't bother me at all. Hopefully it wouldn't irritate you as well.

answered 1 month ago

UDgirl21

answer 2

I wear contacts and also have very dry eyes. So far this shadow has not given me any problems...but I have only used it for eyeliner. Color: Blackout.

answered 1 month ago

Dyna2

(NY)

answer 3

I'm a contact wearer too and I suffer from dry eyes. This is actually my favorite eye shadow to use as it doesn't flake into my eyes like cheaper brands. I say go for it :)

answered 2 months ago

belle13

(Tacoma, Washington)

answer 4

Take a look because many of the UD shadows have huge chunky glitter in it or small specs of glitter so at least just make sure you don't get those colors w/ the glitter chunks. Urban Decay's website breaks down each color about its consistency and glitter contents.

answered 2 months, 1 week ago

Jpalum

(Chicago, IL)

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Are "Easy Baked", "Laced" and "Desperation" exclusives?

I've never heard of Easy Baked, Laced and Desperation as single shadows before now. Are these exclusive to Sephora?

asked 1 month, 4 weeks ago

Jennifurr

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answer 1

I'm waiting for these so I can get them during the VIB Sale!!

answered 1 month ago

bambigirl71

(Terryville, CT)

answer 2

No they're just new for summer 2013. They're also permanent.

answered 1 month ago

minette1000

(New York, NY)

answer 3

those are permanent shades

answered 1 month, 1 week ago

lovelykatya

(Overand park, ks)

answer 4

You can order those shades in the single pot on urbandecay.com as well.

answered 1 month, 3 weeks ago

samanthabeth

(Chicago, IL)

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Has anyone compared the new formula of Midnight Cowboy to the old formula?

asked 1 year ago

Karrieanne13

(Los Angeles, CA)

on Eyeshadow

4 answers

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answer 1

do not get the new formula if you loved all the glitter the old formula has. this new formula seems more like a shimmer and it doesn't have all that glamour of the old one. like everyone else said, there's going to be "fall out" either way, but if the glitter was important to you (like it is to me) search down the old formula on urban decay's website before it sells out. there's a lot of anti-glitter people here on sephora for some reason, but if you're pro-glitter, stay far away from this new formula.

answered 7 months ago

primrose

answer 2

The glitter in all of the new ones is finer and therefore has less fallout. It's still there, but not as abvious as the old formula, and it's easy to wipe away with a cotton ball.

answered 8 months ago

sexylady

(New Jersey)

answer 3

i highly prefer it in the new formula, honestly. the glitter in the old formula made the shadow a bit gritty for me, but that's totally gone with the new formula. i also feel like you get more color payoff from the new formula, too, without having to apply as much. the glitter in it still goes everywhere, just like with the old one, as the previous reviewer said, so no change there, but i do feel that the glitter stays in place better with the new formula.

if you seriously need this color, buy it. if you're wanting to try others, though, i'm with the previous reviewer, and suggest trying other palates. if you're like me though, and you know what you like (and will never use 85% of those wild colors) just get what you want!

answered 11 months ago

reiseliza

(Pennsylvania)

answer 4

Yes Ive tried both. It is creamier, less powdery, more pigmented, less fallout. You will still have fallout, but its less. You will still need a piece of tp under your eye when you apply to catch fallout. I dont think its worth buying a shade in the new formula if you own it in the old, just my opinion. Try something new. Have you ever used sellout, midnight rodeo, or vanilla if pale skin? Also keep in mind that several UD palettes already have the new formula; 15 yr ann, mariposa, naked 2, the recent book of shadows. If you want a color, but you can find it in one of those, it might be better to get the palette (selection and money). Unless it is your all time favorite shade, I dont think its worth it. Sorry, my opinion and Im being honest. I do think the new formula is worth trying, its nice. Id just get it in a color I didnt own and in a color that I couldnt get in a palette.

answered 1 year ago

quesoluvr

(Bethlehem, PA)

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can I order an individual urban decay sidecar?

asked 9 months ago

Lita1

(Pitt, pa)

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4 answers

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answer 1

Unfortunately not :-(, plus I've been dying for them to make this color w/ out chunky glitter and no such luck

answered 2 months, 1 week ago

Jpalum

(Chicago, IL)

answer 2

Sidecar is now available (urbandecay.com)

answered 2 months, 3 weeks ago

jammiex33

(honolulu, hawaii)

answer 3

I don't think so :( They don't sell singles of Sidecar. It sucks... I want one too. It's one of my favorite colors.

answered 7 months ago

alexandram

(Riviera Beach, FL)

answer 4

Sidecar is not available as an individual at the moment. E-mail Urban Decay with a request! I am going to with some other colors as well.

answered 8 months ago

sexylady

(New Jersey)

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Can the pan be removed so it can be added to a pallette?

asked 5 months, 1 week ago

LipsLaRue

on Eyeshadow

4 answers

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answer 1

If they are the new eyeshadows yes, if old, no. They will have a small indentation in the ring of plastic around the shadow if they can. You push from the bottom and they pop right out

answered 2 months, 1 week ago

Jpalum

(Chicago, IL)

answer 2

Yes! They pop out quiet easily. Sephora carries the "build your own palette" in a 4-pot version, and Urban Decay's website carries a 6-slot. You should be able to fit them into any master pro palette though.

answered 4 months ago

AzhureSnow

(Minot AFB, ND)

answer 3

Yes

answered 5 months ago

aw300

(Dallas, Texas)

answer 4

Not that I can see.

answered 5 months, 1 week ago

mommyslilmonster

(West Warwick, Rhode Island)

Question

What are your favourite, must-have shades?

I am loving these shadows and wanted to know what everyone liked!

asked 11 months ago

lavieparisienne

on Eyeshadow

3 answers

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answer 1

I love: scratch, half baked, bordello, walk of shame, last call, midnight rodeo

answered 5 months ago

candydonya

(sherman oaks, ca)

answer 2

There are so many but the ones I reach for the most are Toasted, Stray Dog, Busted, Hijack, Bender, and Loaded. I also like all of the "Midnight" colors as highlighters, even though they are notorious for being messy. The new formula is a little better than the old one when it comes to fallout though.

answered 8 months ago

sexylady

(New Jersey)

answer 3

Sin and YDK. I have both the Naked and Naked 2 pallets and those are the only ones with significant dents in them.

answered 11 months ago

hannahm213

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Color recommendations for olive skin/brown eyes?

Could you recommend some eyeshadow colors for olive skin and brown eyes? I prefer to wear neutrals (champagne, browns), taupes, purples, and/or greens/olive. Can you recommend some shades for me?

asked 7 months ago

Anonymous

(San Francisco, CA)

on Eyeshadow

3 answers

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answer 1

Virgin is my go to color!! Lasts all day and gives you a natural look. Great for weekends and lazy days, for a perk up look. I wear it daily.

answered 1 month, 1 week ago

rosser

(Austin, Texas)

answer 2

I am a lighter toned Asian with yellow undertones. I also have dark brown eyes. I also like more of the neutral toned makeup. My favorite UD shadows for a day time appropriate smokey eye are toasted and smog. My favorite for a liner color or a night time appropriate smokey eye is dark horse. Favorite tear duct highlight is half baked.

I recommend picking up the UD Naked Palette (original) if you are going to purchase more than 2 shadows. It has great neutrals and some that you may not think to try being olive toned.

answered 7 months ago

bethybeth

(California)

answer 3

Gold as a base color and a deep purple for the crease would look great!

answered 7 months ago

dmhh

(Gahanna, Oh)

Question

what other colors for my green eyes

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asked 4 months ago

Anonymous

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3 answers

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answer 1

browns! my girlfriend always wears a medium metallic brown with her green eyes and it makes them pop!

answered 2 months, 1 week ago

Jpalum

(Chicago, IL)

answer 2

Any of the purple-ish colors go great with green eyes! Also burgundy like Roach or a goldish color like Twice baked. I also love Midnight Cowboy Rides Again and my eyes are green. :)

answered 3 months, 3 weeks ago

SteffieR

(Toledo, Ohio)

answer 3

Your so lucky you have green eyes!
I would say a copper color, to bring out the green. Or maybe warm brown tones
Just try using different shades until your satisfied with your look ;)
Good luck gorgeous!
<3

answered 3 months, 4 weeks ago

lovestory

(Maryland)

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