E.L.F. • Studio Line Single in Pebble • Eye Shadow

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pulsesync on 3/28/2013 12:20:00 AM more reviews by pulsesync

Age: 19-24   Skin: Dry, Fair-Medium, Neutral   Hair: Brunette, Curly, Medium   Eyes: Brown    

I didn't know I'd love this eyeshadow as much as I do. It can be such a perfect brow blending color through the inner part of the brow. I prefer a cool toned shade for cut creases for some reason, and this is perfect with Wet N' Wild's Brulee, another go-to single for me. I haven't hit pan on Pebble yet and I have been using it for 9 months on an on/off daily basis (I have probably used this for about 6 months worth of daily use). I use this to mix with a brow color that may look a little too warm, like the Revlon Brow Fantasy in Brunette, which is too neutral for me and not cool enough. For the record, my skin is light-medium, olivey-yellow, on the warm side, NC25, my lightest is NC20 and my darkest is lighter than NC30. I do look greenish when I get paler and certain shades really bring out the yellow and green in me. My hair is naturally a neutral soft black or an extremely deep brown in some lights. I am half Afghan and half Russian so my skin and hair are sometimes hard to match colors with. I think this e/s is all around a good color but for mixed race Caucausian-y people it is especially helpful. I have read blogs that this is a dupe for MAC Copperplate and I don't know if I'd ever justify spending on Copperplate when this is really good.. maybe I'll find an Inglot dupe and spend $6 for 2x the amount that MAC e/s contain/4x the amount that Elf e/s contain.

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macless13 on 3/2/2013 5:34:00 PM more reviews by macless13

Age: 19-24   Skin: Other, Fair-Medium   Hair: Blond   Eyes: Brown    

Almost finished with this product, and I intend to buy it as soon as I run out. It's a greyish-taupe color that shows up matte. I've heard many say that they use it for brow powder, for me it's my go-to crease color. I have issues with eyeshadows being too pigmented to look natural in my crease, but this one is just right in all aspects.

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*TOP REVIEWER* Meriel65 on 11/9/2012 9:37:00 PM more reviews by Meriel65

Age: 44-55   Skin: Very Oily, Fair, Warm   Hair: Brunette, Straight, Fine   Eyes: Brown    

I got this in a generous swap and I really like this. It is a lovely cool to neutral taupe with just the faintest amount of shimmer that doesn't really "read" when applied. It is fairly pigmented but not extremely so; some people will consider this a fault; others like myself will appreciate this because I am not great at makeup application and it is easier for me to apply formulas that are not densely pigmented. For $3 retail, this is excellent. The packaging is OK--I don't get thrilled by luxe packaging (I'd rather not pay for the privilege), and serviceable simply packaging is fine with me. This is a good color for my brows as well which is why I sought out a swap for this. It is quite similar to my own favorite taupe shade: Sally's Bark which is very very very hard to find. I would love to try one or two more colors in this line, but it appears matte shades are few and far between. I wonder when the makeup world will realize that not all of us can wear shimmer or glitter...

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*TOP REVIEWER* Hisoneandonly on 9/18/2012 11:45:00 PM more reviews by Hisoneandonly

Age: 30-35   Skin: Normal, Fair, Neutral   Hair: Brunette, Wavy, Medium   Eyes: Brown    

Pebble is a nice neutral shade in my collection. Nothing about it is spectacular in and of itself, but it does what it does nicely. When I need something neutral that is a medium intensity this shadow does the trick - no brainer. One thing I didn't expect is how nice of a brow powder Pebble would be. On my black, sparse and scraggly brows Pebble provides just the right amount of shadow behind to fill in without overpowering or looking artificial like most pencils (mine are just too overplucked to use a pencil without it being really obvious). I am happy with the versatility of this e/s.

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tayrose on 3/20/2012 5:41:00 PM more reviews by tayrose

Age: 18 & Under   Skin: Normal, Fair-Medium   Hair: Blond   Eyes: Other    

I'm sorry- but owning MAC's Copperplate, the two are nothing alike. Pebble has a shimmer, while Copperplate is matte. Copperplate also is straight gray, Pebble is a taupey color, more brown then gray. The color payoff is alright. It's a beautiful color, but I wouldn't say its a dupe for Copperplate.

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*TOP REVIEWER* BatFat on 2/27/2012 2:09:00 PM more reviews by BatFat

Age: 25-29   Skin: Acne-prone, Tan   Hair: Brown, Curly, Coarse   Eyes: Brown    

dead ringer for mac copperplate. if i had to own only one e/s i would want a shade like this. and since elf makes a good quality, well packaged, generously priced shadow in this shade, i say this is a must have! if you prefer your mac shadow then no need to own this since it's not incredibly unique. but its just THAT shade every girl should have.

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bnanaphone246 on 8/29/2011 4:59:00 PM more reviews by bnanaphone246

Age: 19-24   Skin: Other, Fair   Hair: Red   Eyes: Blue    

i lucked out and found this at a dollar store, the texture's really nice and the color is too, especially considering how cheap it was.

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*TOP REVIEWER* Christinaann5 on 8/29/2011 3:39:00 PM more reviews by Christinaann5

Age: 25-29   Skin: Normal, Fair, Cool   Hair: Blond, Straight, Coarse   Eyes: Brown    

wow! i bought all these quite awhile ago & im so glad i finally got around to writing my review this.. I absolutely adore this shadow! i own all the Elf Studio Eyeshadows & love em all but this one is prob one of the top 3!
~~~~~~~~PRICE & AVAILABILITY ~~~~~~~~~~
The Elf Studio Eyeshadow singles can be found online at the eyeslipsface site & various shades in varying Target & KMart stores. I have recently seen these are my local Dollar Tree for $1 which is amazing so check out your local Dollar Tree to see if you can pick these up to try. Elf Studio Eyeshadow singles are priced at $3 which is a great price but even better that rarely do you need to pay full price, check these out during a good sale. Check online for coupon/codes to use. Ive paid full price for some & got some on sales.
~~~~~~ SHADE & FORMULA & PERFORMANCE ~~~~~~
According to the Elf site.."The beautiful soft texture melts into the skin for a vibrant color that lasts. Convenient and easy to apply, just layer the color to achieve the desired intensity. Apply wet or dry for a fabulous look that never creases or fades." To me, Pebble is a medium toned cool gray taupe. The finish leans more on the matte side but maybe a little bit of a satin finish. Pigmentation is great. It shows up a little bit lighter on eye than it does in pan. Its pigmented & true to color but can easily be sheered out or built up for a more intense darker color. its one of my fav shadows to use for my daytime/neutral smoky eye looks. its a great all around shadow meaning- it can be used on the lid by itself or with others to make a great smoky eye or a neutral eye or in the crease to add definition.. its so great to use for most looks..i find myself going for this shadow alot! This goes great w/ most of my looks since i have a cool pale skin tones so it pulls out the cool undertones. This can be used for so many looks. If you are looking for a nice matte gray taupe, def give Pebble a try. the Elf Single shadows are amazing & such a great value but Pebble is such a nice neutral color that I dont have to wear a special look to use it. Can be used for daytime or night time looks. I use the Elf Eyelid Primer & depending, a cream base but it shows up & these stay put on my lids for 6-7 hrs before i see fading. I dont have oily lids though so wear time will differ. I dont typically have issues of creasing but using a primer will help w/ fading & creasing. These are great performing affordable shadows & Pebble has quickly became my favorites esp since i love taupe shadows. These shadows are smooth, soft, easy to apply & blend. Formulation varies slightly depending on color but Pebble is a soft smooth shadow w/ little to no fall out in pan.
~~~~~~~~~~~ Packaging ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Elf Studio eyeshadow singles come in the standard flat black compacts. The singles come in a small sized rectangular compact. The front has a peek through window to allow you to see which shadow color is inside. The elf logo & product name is stamped in white lettering on the front lid. The back is where the little sticker is located w/ shade name, i wish they would stamp the shadow name on the back or have a bigger sticker since its hard to see & easily falls off. The compact fits in the palm of my hand. They open & close easily. Inside the lid or top is a little mini mirror above window. Then the shadow pan fills the bottom. A good fair amount of shadow fills pan. It will take me forever to get through one of these shadows, even w/ daily use ive yet to hit pan on any. The Elf Studio packaging is reminiscent of Nars & looks sleek & chic. Feels & looks expensive. Def looks nice. These are small & can easily be traveled with.
Overall, Pebble is a gorgeous taupe gray eyeshadow that offers so many choices of looks. Can be used for smoky day or night time looks. This is a great performing eyeshadow. If you have yet to try any of the Elf Studio singles, def check your local Dollar tree or make an order & try at least one! They are great!

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sandi149 on 8/29/2011 12:32:00 PM more reviews by sandi149

Age: 44-55   Skin: Combination, Fair, Cool   Hair: Blond, Straight, Fine   Eyes: Green    

I do like this eyeshadow....it is lighter than it looks in the pan but still pigmented. It's good for a light natural look. Will buy again although it looks like it will last a very long time.

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*TOP REVIEWER* MakeUp4Fun on 8/22/2011 3:30:00 PM more reviews by MakeUp4Fun

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Brown    

This is one of my fav eyeshadows! The quality is up there with dept brands. I've been reaching for this more than my MAC and Stila shadows. It's a matte gray color that is easily blendable. I love it over a shimmery base so it doesn't look too flat. It is also very long lasting.

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Fozziebug on 6/27/2011 9:38:00 PM more reviews by Fozziebug

Age: 30-35   Skin: Combination, Fair, Cool   Hair: Brunette, Wavy, Fine   Eyes: Brown    

Well, the packaging is great. Sleek, sturdy- all you could want. What a shame the product inside is so awful. I found this extremely chalky, drying and unpigmented. I am very pale, and this hardly showed on my skin, even with UDPP and TFSI. The shade was beauiful, if I was prepared to spent 5 hours layering it. I love taupes and light shimmer usually so I was hugely disappointed by this offering. Based on this, I doubt I'll buy an ELF shadow again. Maybe it's only £3.50 but that's money I'd rather have spent on something that showed on my skin and didn't make the skin around my eyes feel tight.

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borrricua on 6/15/2011 7:42:00 PM more reviews by borrricua

Age: 25-29   Skin: Oily, Olive, Neutral   Hair: Brown, Wavy, Fine   Eyes: Brown    

I LOVE this eyeshadow. It is a taupey matte brown eyeshadow. It looks like it has some shimmer in the pan but that doesn't transfer to the lid. This is a go to neutral for a classy, polished, yet not overdone look.

And the packaging is pretty good considering the price. Sturdier than MAC products.

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Nola504 on 1/27/2011 3:41:00 PM more reviews by Nola504

Age: 36-43   Skin: Combination, Fair, Neutral   Hair: Brown, Wavy, Medium   Eyes: Blue    

It's a beautiful cool brown but I find it too matte and chaulky. There are other shadows that are similar with some sheen.

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*TOP REVIEWER* AlexisAdella on 1/6/2011 9:01:00 PM more reviews by AlexisAdella

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Brown    

This is a great medium brown that is pretty pigmented. It is definitely in my opinion not comparable to a Urban Decay or Too Faced shadow, but with my elf Studio Crease Brush, I can get quite a bit of color, and deposit it nicely into the crease of my lid. Looked super pretty lightly dusted over liner on my lower lashline as well. I would def. repurchase tho I doubt I'd ever need to. The amount of brown eyeshadow in my stash is overwhelming, and to be honest I pretty much grab this when it's on top of my drawer of "browns," not because I prefer it to another eyeshadow. Unless that eyeshadow is one of the older formulations from CoverGirl or Maybelline. Those were chalk-city.

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bachawi on 12/20/2010 2:54:00 AM more reviews by bachawi

Age: 30-35   Skin: Normal, Fair-Medium, Cool   Hair: Brunette, Straight, Medium   Eyes: Green    

This is perfect eyeshadow for filling my brows. Its great match in terms of color. I like it for defining my crease as well. When i run out, I will definately repurchase.

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susielee12 on 9/25/2010 11:25:00 AM more reviews by susielee12

Age: 30-35   Skin: Acne-prone, Fair   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Brown    

I really like this color, but I have very fair skin and brown eyes, so it may not be for everyone.

I thought it blended well. But I use high quality brushes, so if you aren't experiencing good application try a different brush.
It wore well. My eyeshadow always tends to crease no matter how expensive they are or no matter what primer I use. This one was no different although no worse then super expensive brands, so I just touch up before going out again.

Overall I LOVE it and will buy it again, except I bought the last one in this color at Target, so if I see it again I will definitely stock up, $1 is SO cheap for such a great product. Perfect price though, I wouldn't have tried it otherwise and would have missed out on a pretty color.

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blushingpammy on 9/24/2010 6:26:00 AM more reviews by blushingpammy

Age: 25-29   Skin: Oily, Fair-Medium   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Brown    

I don't like this as an eyeshadow as neutral colors look muddy on me. But this works perfect as a brow powder instead. I like the texture of this product but I won't buy it again since I can't use this as an eyeshadow and I already bought the brow kit and I won't get to use this as much.

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prim4tologist on 7/14/2010 1:49:00 PM more reviews by prim4tologist

Age: 19-24   Skin: Combination, Medium   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Brown    

I wanted to like this, but I just couldn't. This color barely shows up on my medium tan asian skin. I purchased a couple of other shades from this line, but I wasn't too impressed with any of them. The only one that was okay was Charcoal, but that was about it. With e.l.f. shadows, I find that quality and pigmentation wise, they are hit or miss. Sometimes, I find that the darker colors tend to work better, but still, I find myself reaching for my other higher-end eyeshadows over these. Overall, not impressed.

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entreprentice on 7/2/2010 11:52:00 PM more reviews by entreprentice

Age: 19-24   Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium, Cool   Hair: Red, Straight, Medium   Eyes: Brown    

I want to like this shadow, I really do, but it is just not pigmented enough. I like to wear a taupe on my lid alone and I can't with this it's too light.The packaging is cute and it has a little mirror but I don't think I would repurchase because there are other colors that are similar and better quality.

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ChocolatCake on 6/28/2010 3:01:00 AM more reviews by ChocolatCake

Age: 19-24   Skin: Combination, Fair, Neutral   Hair: Brunette, Straight, Medium   Eyes: Brown    

Definitely on the fence about this product. While the color is gorgeous (think dark moss) and matte, it is hell to blend. I use TFSI each day and have never had a problem with blending cheapie eyeshadows. This creases and goes on uneven each time I try to use it. Very sad. :( I love the packaging and the price. Sadly, I don't think I will repurchase.

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