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Merit Beauty has been on my radar for some time so I was excited when their newest launch arrived. As a fan of a quick and easy eyeshadows the new Solo Shadows instantly grabbed my attention. If you are looking for an elegant and flattering long lasting eyeshadow keep reading to find out more!
Merit Beauty launched this year in the UK. Their collection is perfect for those that love minimalist beauty. Focusing on body, skin and planet they use effective skin loving ingredients to ensure beautiful results. The Solo Shadow comes chic jar with a luxurious golden lid which opens easily to reveal the smooth cream enclosed. Joining the new Solo Shadows is the New Brush No2. A dual ended brush which is perfect for an even application and lining the under eye.
What the Merit Beauty Solo Shadow Promises:
- A cream-to-powder shadow
- A soft matte finish
- Buildable colour
- Easy to apply and blend using a brush or your finger
- A smooth finish which won’t crease or settle into fine lines
- Cruelty free and vegan
Key Ingredients:
- Chamomile and Calendula Extracts – Soothes the delicate eye area
- Magnolia Bark Extract – Smooths the appearance of the skin
- Peptides – Helps to strengthen the skin barrier, boost hydration and smooth the skin reducing signs of ageing
- Sunflower Seed Oil – With anti-inflammatory properties it nourishes the skin whilst reducing redness
There are eight shades available in the collection. The neutral shades have been created to compliment shades of The Minimalist foundation.
- Brun— Deep Brown. For shades Chestnut – Umber
- Midcentury — Warm Brown. For shades Sand – Amber
- Vachetta — Warm Beige. For shades Ecru – Bisque
- Studio— Cool Taupe. For shades Bone – Dune
To discover your perfect shade simply use the colour match tool on their website. Studio was identified as my perfect neutral which I have to share with you.
There are also four wearable shades in the collection:
- Nelson Nelson — Soft Gray
- Social — Soft Mauve
- Viper— Warm Green
- Midnight — Classic Navy
Swatches
My Review
The best of both the Merit Solo Shadow applies easily and smoothly as a cream before setting as a powder. It blends quickly and effortlessly leaving an even and elegant soft matte finish. It is an extremely flattering shadow which doesn’t emphasise lines and gives my lids a more even appearance which I am really impressed with (I’m not getting any younger!). A little goes a long way and I love its versatility, applied using my fingers it gives a sheer wash of colour and using a brush a soft pop of colour. It’s super easy to build the colour without ever affecting the finish.
Once it dries down it doesn’t move and gives me a beautiful long lasting colour which stays put all day. I have used it alone and alongside cream and powder eyeshadows and it works perfectly if you do want to create different looks. The No2 Brush feels soft and comfortable to use and picks up the perfect amount of product every time. I do recommend allowing a little extra time to remove at the end of the day and found my cleansing balms made quick work of it. Described by Merit as ‘impossible to mess up’ and I completely agree. This is perfect for minimal makeup lovers and anyone who enjoys an effortless one and done eye look. A beautiful eyeshadow I know I will finish!
£26.00 available from Merit Beauty*
Love Sarah xxx
