Maybelline • Expert Wear Eye Shadow Single: Linen • Eye Shadow
(25 reviews)
| Average Rating. | 4.1 |
| Would buy this product again. | 92% |
| Package Quality | 3.1 |
| Price | 1.6 |
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thowell124 on 5/2/2013 5:31:00 PM more reviews by thowell124
Age: 30-35 Skin: Very Dry, Fair-Medium Hair: Blond Eyes: Green
Linen has been a staple in my eyeshadow collection for years. Mostly, I've used it as a lid color, and to highlight around the inner corners for the "more awake" look. It is the perfect light cream color in my opinion, however, it does not last on my lids for very long, half a day max. I've never used it with a lid primer, so results may differ. The packaging is as cheap as it gets, and I've broken several of these through the years, but the last few drops have only broken off the top half layer, so I still have plenty of product left. Even so...they're so cheap, I can always buy another when one breaks. I would recommend this if you're looking for a basic neutral shadow and highlighter, and don't want to break the bank!
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DMlover on 3/25/2013 7:00:00 PM more reviews by DMlover
Age: 25-29 Skin: Combination, Olive Hair: Black Eyes: Brown
This is just and average vanilla colored eyeshadow that can be used to highlight under your brows or as a base. It looks matte but it actually has a bit of shimmer but it's not to noticeable. I like it but I don't love it and I would repurchase only if wet n wild discontinues my beloved brulee
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Daatch on 1/20/2013 10:12:00 PM more reviews by Daatch
Age: 36-43 Skin: Combination, Fair, Cool Hair: Brunette, Straight, Medium Eyes: Brown
I found this product from a recommendation from a u tube guru makeupbyalli. She was so right. It's perfect for highlighting. Lovr this shadow.
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*TOP REVIEWER* alexanna7 on 1/19/2013 8:30:00 PM more reviews by alexanna7
Age: 44-55 Skin: Normal, Olive, Neutral Hair: Black, Straight, Fine Eyes: Violet
Linen is a satin light ivory eye shadow.It goes really well on the application,it stays on all day! I use this one to finish a neutral look under my eye brows! It looks good also with a nude-peach.! It goes well with:neutral colors! Love it!
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*TOP REVIEWER* user24678 on 1/5/2013 9:09:00 PM more reviews by user24678
Age: 25-29 Skin: Sensitive, Fair, Neutral Hair: Black, Straight, Fine Eyes: Green
To second the reviewer a couple reviews down, I have to agree that this is a nicer product that Covergirl's French Vanilla, which I was previously using. I was satisfied enough with French Vanilla as it was the only shadow I had purchased in this type of shade and it worked well enough, but I picked up Maybelline Linen (almost identical shades) instead the last time I was at the store because they haven't had French Vanilla in stock for some time and Maybelline's shadows were on sale. I am sooo glad I tried this and will now switch over to using it regularly. It's smoother/creamier in texture and application than Covergirl French Vanilla, the shimmer is more subtle and it wears longer. I also find there's less fallout onto my black eyeliner. I really like it and would recommend for a drugstore eyeshadow in this shade!
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*TOP REVIEWER* Banjos on 12/26/2012 7:14:00 PM more reviews by Banjos
Age: 56 & Over Skin: Acne-prone, Fair-Medium, Warm Hair: Blond, Straight, Fine Eyes: Hazel
I am glad I read in MUA that this shade does not impart pink tones to the skin. It is a very natural brow-ridge highlighter, effective and with minimal sparkle; I would prefer none but it is difficult to find many matt shadows these days. The staying power is average when applied over liquid foundation.
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*TOP REVIEWER* athenasius on 12/6/2012 3:15:00 PM more reviews by athenasius
Age: 56 & Over Skin: Sensitive, Fair, Warm Hair: Red, Curly, Fine Eyes: Green
I compared this to a similar shade from Cover Girl (French Vanilla) using my own split face experiment and this one is a winner!
First off, don`t be put off by the slightly pinkish undertone to this cream coloured shadow. It won`t make your eyes look red. I have red rims, sensitive eyes and a lot of red in my skin and this just tones it down.
This is not a shimmer highlighter, it is a satiny matte. By that I mean it behaves like a matte, not drawing attention to wrinkley crepey eyelid skin, but it isn`t chalky like a matte often is, it has life.
It covers fairly well. The other one skips on the skin, but this doesn`t. It is sheer, but the cream is obvious, so this is ideal for the tear duct area or brow bone or anywhere else you need to highlight without applying all out shimmer.
It blends well with other shadows. I am now using it as my `matte`highlighter shade in eyeshadow with Clinique`s Champagne shimmer for anywhere I need a little restrained shimmer in a highlight.
It looks fantastic paired with Earthly Taupe, which is sold right next to it. I bought them both, and I`m impressed with these two.
I have sensitive skin, very reactive and this doesn`t bother me a bit. It feels buttery smooth and comfortable. It is a bit dry in feel as is the Cover Girl. It doesn`t crease or fade as the day goes on.
The price is terrific, and the quality is superb.
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kaylerina on 9/25/2012 7:27:00 PM more reviews by kaylerina
Age: 19-24 Skin: Acne-prone, Fair Hair: Blond Eyes: Green
I have just hit pan on my second, or possibly third purchase of this shadow. I always use this as my base for every eye look over elf primer. I'm actually more of a high end girl when it comes to shadows but these two simple products are my HG and have been for about 2 years. I also Use this as a highlight on my cheek bones when I am slightly paler in the winter. So affordable and such a great colour!
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*TOP REVIEWER* FancyShmancyBlonde on 6/26/2012 3:29:00 PM more reviews by FancyShmancyBlonde
Age: 44-55 Skin: Dry, Fair, Neutral Hair: Blond, Straight, Fine Eyes: Green
This is a great shadow! Today is the first day I am using it..... I did my makeup at 7 this morning and as of now (around 3:30PM) it still has that freshly applied look, no fading or creasing whatsoever. It's a beautiful 100% matte cream/ivory shade. I use it from lash to brow and then put a brown shadow in my crease. I also used it to set my concealer, worked like a charm. It's dirt cheap...... picked it up in Target for 3 dollars and some change. If your on the hunt for a matte highlight shade I highly recommend Maybelline Linen.
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MiniAndBoss on 6/1/2012 11:03:00 AM more reviews by MiniAndBoss
Age: 19-24 Skin: Normal, Fair-Medium Hair: Brunette Eyes: Brown
This e/s is now a matte shadow and no longer has any shimmers in it. It's good for a subtle highlight, and it looks much more office appropriate than a shimmer highlight. It's not very pigmented, but it's not chalky either. It's a light bone/ cream color, like that of vanilla ice cream. It's hard to find matte highlights in the drugstore brands, and I got it for $3.50 at target
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streetlove on 1/30/2011 3:09:00 PM more reviews by streetlove
Age: 18 & Under Skin: Combination, Fair, Warm Hair: Red, Straight, Fine Eyes: Green
I really like the uses of this. It can be used for a highlight, a full wash or use just a little bit. The only problem with this, along with pretty much ever Maybelline eyeshadow, is the short lasting time. It will crease in about two hours time.
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*TOP REVIEWER* melindamac on 1/14/2011 12:19:00 AM more reviews by melindamac
Age: 36-43 Skin: Normal, Dark Hair: Brunette Eyes: Brown
HG Highlight! Loves it. It is the perfect finishing touch for my eyes. It's a warm cream with a hint of pinky/gold with out being OTT. It can also double as a wash of color for my whole eye! It is not ashy in the least and can be used alone or with any eye look. Now that I think about it, this is the eyeshadow version of MAC's Luminary Lusterglass. Total must have in my collection. I plan to stock up because Mabelline is known for getting rid of colors!
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*TOP REVIEWER* pjw1209 on 12/30/2010 10:20:00 PM more reviews by pjw1209
Age: 44-55 Skin: Combination, Fair, Warm Hair: Brown, Wavy, Fine Eyes: Brown
Linen works as a highlighter or an all over color wash. The days that I use this are my light makeup days. The color is light, so it doesn't give off too much shimmer. I top Linen off with an eyeshadow from NYX called Ultimatum, which is my favorite eyeshadow w/ the right amount of shimmer. It's a nice combo with a gel liner, a little lip gloss or nude lipstick. It's my perfect look for running errands, so I don't get caught with absolutely no makeup on. I love the Maybelline Expert Wear Singles ~ they are a great product and a great value...
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mindynguyen27 on 8/21/2010 4:51:00 AM more reviews by mindynguyen27
Age: 19-24 Skin: Acne-prone, Medium, Warm Hair: Brunette, Straight, Medium Eyes: Brown
DUPE FOR MAC'S SHROOM EYESHADOW!
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nebulus on 2/8/2010 12:41:00 PM more reviews by nebulus
Age: 19-24 Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium Hair: Black Eyes: Brown
Got this at RiteAide for 40% off. It's a nice cheap highlighter for people with medium/dark skin, however, this product didn't show on my light olive asian complexion. Also, it feels a bit chalky; the pigmentation of the powder is not great. It didn't show through for me. It's also very dry so after I put it on all I could see were dusty dry patches on my face. Had to return it. Well, you get what you pay for.
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portalhop on 11/5/2009 5:58:00 PM more reviews by portalhop
Age: Unknown Skin: Other Hair: Other Eyes: Other
I use "Linen" as an eyeshadow base and as a highlighter. It's shimmery, but not obnoxious and glittery.
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*TOP REVIEWER* eq2008 on 9/6/2009 11:30:00 PM more reviews by eq2008
Age: 30-35 Skin: Combination, Medium Hair: Brown Eyes: Brown
I love this shadow as highlighter. It's not chalky and not too white and shimmery. I love it!
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*TOP REVIEWER* staciarose22 on 7/22/2009 11:15:00 PM more reviews by staciarose22
Age: 25-29 Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium, Neutral Hair: Brown, Wavy, Medium Eyes: Green
Linen is a good highlight shade. It's not too white or too much of a skintone cream shade. Somewhere in the middle, so it gives a great glowing effect as a slight shimmer. It's not over the top on shimmer, but does reflect and illuminate eyes. I'd call it more vanilla than linen.
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zephyr8989 on 4/9/2009 9:56:00 PM more reviews by zephyr8989
Age: 18 & Under Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium Hair: Brunette Eyes: Hazel
I got this product hoping to actually replace a lancome sample I've had for a while which is now running out (how sad..). I got it in a BOGO sale, so, for me at least, the price was pretty much as good as it gets :) I hadn't, however realized that it was supposed to be a shimmer, because for my purposes I was looking for a matte color. Since it's not incredibly shimmery, and it IS lighter than my skintone, it makes an absolutely superb highlight! I was very pleasantly surprised with this product!
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itsmyhannah on 3/8/2009 7:06:00 PM more reviews by itsmyhannah
Age: 18 & Under Skin: Dry, Fair Hair: Brunette Eyes: Green
I bought this with the idea in mind it would be a good highlighter color and would have some shimmer. When i put it on it was actually pretty close to my skin color. I use it all over my eye now when i want a shimmery eye. I think its really pretty :D The packaging is nice and i would buy it again, their only four dollares!
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