Make Up Forever Aqua Cream

Anthacite (Silvery charcoal shimmer) Pink Beige (pinky beige shimmer)

Description from Sephora:
An ultra-pigmented, long-lasting waterproof cream.

What it does:
Aqua Cream combines the highest-quality pigments with mother of pearl particles to give immediate rich color payoff with a luminous finish in just one application. It's long-lasting formulation will not crease or smudge under the most extreme conditions and its creamy and elastic texture allows for easy blending.

Size: 0.21 oz / $22

I was quite impressed with the staying power of this cream shadow. It would stay all day without moving. The charcoal color is more versatile for an everyday smokey look. The pink beige color is a bit too sparkly for my taste for an everyday makeup look. These cream shadows can create effortless looks for any occasion or for everyday. I think this can work as a replacement of eye primers. Although the product is good for it's quality, the colors tend to be on the shimmery or sheen side which isn't ideal to use all over the eyes. The product does tend to smell funky. I'm not so sure if I'll repurchase this product again since I'm not so fond of the shimmery finish. I'll probably try Bobbi Brown's cream shadow or MAC's paintpots next.

Pros:

• Long lasting and staying power 
• Pigmented and good color payoff 
• Waterproof. Works well in humid weather or extreme sports. 
• Doesn't crease. Tips: Apply a translucent powder before applying the cream shadow. It'll help take off oils and moisture from eye creams and help adhere better and last longer. 
• Wear alone or under eyeshadow 
• It works well without a primer 
• Comes in a variety of colors from neutrals to bright colors 

Cons:

• A bit clumpy. I have to use my fingers to apply the product. 
• Doesn't work so well when applying with a brush 
• Dries fast so you have to blend it out quickly before it sets 
• Some colors are too shimmery or metallic 
• Can easily overapply and make it look uneven or clumpy on the eye. Have to apply in thin layers and build it up. 
• Has a chemical kind of smell to it. Maybe it's the talc. 

This doesn't even budge under running water. It can work well if you need a long lasting look for all day. Best for a day at the beach, dancing, or weddings.



Ingredients:
Isododecane, Synthetic Wax, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Zinc Stearate, Kaolin, Trioctyldodecyl Citrate, Acrylates Copolymer, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Isononyl Isononanoate, Propylene Carbonate, Parfum (Fragrance), [CI 15850 (Red 6, Red 7 Lake), CI 15985 (Yellow 6 Lake), CI 19140 (Yellow 5 Lake), CI 47005 (Yellow 10 Lake), CI 42090 (Blue 1 Lake), CI 73360 (Red 30 Lake), CI 75470 (Carmine), CI 77000 (Aluminum Powder), CI 77288 (Chromium Oxide Greens), CI 77289 (Chromium Hydroxide Green), CI 77742 (Manganese Violet), Mica, Silica, CI 45410 (Red 27 Lake, Red 28 Lake), Talc, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Alumina, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Tin Oxide, CI 77007 (Ultramarines), CI 77163 (Bismuth Oxychloride), CI 77400 (Bronze Powder), CI 77491 (Iron Oxides), CI 77492 (Iron Oxides), CI 77499 (Iron Oxides), CI 77510 (Ferric Ferrocyanide), CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide)].