How to Make Eyeshadow (We Tried Top 3 DIY Recipes)

As long as you’re not on the verge of bankruptcy like Isla Fisher from Confessions of a Shopaholic and you don’t mind being a spendthrift, you can splurge on that expensive eyeshadow to please the makeup-o-holic in you.

Of course, the only difference between you and her would be that you prefer makeup over clothes and shoes.

But when the bills hit you like a bus you know you’ve got to stop! This is where you let us come to the rescue because we bring you the most inexpensive ways to make eyeshadow.

You can whip up these eyeshadows on your own in no time. The best part is that you’ll have a one-of-a-kind color you could never find in the store.

Here are three ways to make your eyeshadow.

Method 1: Powder

A mineral makeup base, pigments, and mica mineral are all ingredients you can buy online and sometimes even in select local stores.

Almond oil is rich in vitamin E, monounsaturated fatty acids, potassium, and proteins. It is very light on the skin, so it is a perfect ingredient for eyeshadows.

It also penetrates easily into the skin to deeply moisturize. Furthermore, it is a non-comedogenic product that does not clog the skin pores and allows the skin to breathe.

Adding almond oil to your eyeshadow will not only hold the mixture together well but also moisturize the skin around your eyes, protecting it from the harmful drying effects of other chemicals.

Things you’ll need:

• Mineral makeup base – 1 teaspoon
• Pigment – 1 teaspoon
• Mica – 1 teaspoon
• Almond oil – 1 or 2 drops

Step 1. Combine the four ingredients

• Put 1 teaspoon each of the mineral makeup base, pigment, and mica in a mixing bowl.
• There are a variety of vibrant pigments available in the market. Use the colors of your personal choice.
• Add 1 or 2 drops of almond oil to the mix.

Step 2. Blend the ingredients & put the mixture in an eyeshadow container

• Mix the ingredients well.
• Put the entire mixture into a clean and empty eyeshadow container and press it down using the back of a spoon.

Step 3. Apply the eyeshadow

• Use an eyeshadow brush to apply it on your eyelids.
• Enjoy your new instant and absolutely inexpensive eyeshadow.

As this eyeshadow is powder-based, it should store up to 6 months.

Method 2: Cream

# With Lotion

Using a thick cream as a base for your eyeshadow will help retain moisture around your eyes and prevent clumped and crackled looking eye makeup. In fact, you can whip a DIY moisturizing cream that is 100% natural and use it for your all-natural, homemade eyeshadow.

A cream-based eyeshadow wears longer than the powder-based variety.

Things you’ll need:

• Moisturizer cream – 1 teaspoon
• Eyeshadow – 1 teaspoon

Step 1. Blend the moisturizer and eyeshadow & put it in a container

• Put 1 teaspoon of any thick moisturizing cream of your choice into a mixing bowl.
• Add 1 teaspoon of eyeshadow of your choice.
• Mix the ingredients well.
• Put the entire mixture into an empty eyeshadow container.

Step 2. Apply the eyeshadow on your eyelids

• Apply a dash of the eyeshadow on your eyelids using an applicator brush.

This eyeshadow will store well for 3 to 4 months.

# With Shea Butter

Shea butter has a rich concentration of natural vitamins and fatty acids that make it an incredible moisturizing and nourishing ingredient. It reduces inflammation and has strong healing properties.

Both rosehip seed oil and vitamin E oil are known to have anti-aging properties. Rosehip is full of antioxidants, vitamins and essential fatty acids that are known to correct dark spots and skin hyperpigmentation as well as hydrate and tone loose skin.

The beeswax acts as a skin protectant, shielding it from harmful chemicals and environmental pollutants.

Things you’ll need:

• Refined shea butter – ½ tablespoon
• White cosmetic beeswax – 1 teaspoon
• Refined rosehip seed oil – 1 teaspoon
• Vitamin E oil – 3 drops
• Eyeshadow colorant, hibiscus powder – ½ tablespoon

Step 1. Microwave the shea butter and beeswax & add the oils

• Put ½ tablespoon of refined shea butter and 1 teaspoon of white cosmetic beeswax in a microwave-safe bowl.
• Microwave them until they melt.
• Add 1 teaspoon of refined rosehip seed oil and 3 drops of vitamin E oil to the melted mixture.

Step 2. Add the colorant & mix well

• Put ½ tablespoon of hibiscus powder eyeshadow colorant into the mixture.
• You can use any eyeshadow colorant of your choice. There are a variety of colors available in the market.
• Blend the colorant well into the mixture.

Step 3. Pour the liquid into an empty eyeshadow container

• Pour the mixture into an empty eyeshadow container.
• Allow the mixture to set up, then screw on the lid.
• Your homemade eyeshadow will be ready to use after 24 hours.

This eyeshadow will store well for 3 to 4 months.

Tips You Should Keep in Mind

• Always do a patch test in order to make sure none of the ingredients cause a reaction.
• Make eyeshadow by using your natural pigments and colorants by powdering hibiscus or rose flowers.
• Use cocoa for a dark brown colorant and activated charcoal to tint or for a black eyeshadow.
• For rich colored eyeshadow, you may replace hibiscus powder with beetroot powder.