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Product Review—Makeup: NYX Nude on Nude Palette—Plenty of Bang for your Buck

November 7, 2012 / 1 Comment

Every fashionista has a closet of neutral colors in their wardrobe, and every beauty junkie should have the same in their makeup arsenal. This of course includes nude eyeshadows that work for day and night—from casual to glam. I have tried several nude eyeshadow palettes as I am somewhat of an eyeshadow lover, and when the NYX Nude on Nude Palette came my way, it was love at first sight!

About NYX Nude on Nude Palette:

NYX Nude on Nude set is a classy medley of 20 neutral eye shadows and 10 vibrant lip colors that work for every skin tone and every occasion. This makeup palette comes with a mirror and 2 applicators for your lips and eyes, making it perfectly portable.

Dimensions
Compact: 6.75"W x 2.375"H x 1"D
Extended: 6.75"W x 4"H x 2.75"D

Here is why I love the nude eyeshadow palette:
The 20 different shadows combine for countless looks day or night. The shadows range from light beiges and pinks (perfect for brow bone highlighting) to deep grays, browns, and black.

This is the perfect palette travel as it includes every possible color you need any look. I also love the fact that it has a nice sized mirror built in. NYX Nude on Nude Palette is also a good size; it fits easily into a tote or purse, which is a major plus. Being able to carry it along means you can easily transform a day look to an evening look.

If you have girlfriends who love makeup, it's the perfect gift at only $25.

Here are my results for a simple day look:

Bling factor:

Pro: These eyeshadows are fabulous and highly pigmented. They will work for every skin tone and last all day.

Con: Some of the glosses aren't the greatest colors for my darker brown skin.

Price: $25

Buy again: Yes

Packaging: 5 Blings—The case is very appropriate, all neural colors with windows that allow for a peek at the eyeshadow colors.

Overall: 5 blings—Even though all of the glosses didn't work for me, it's a phenomenal value for 20 quality eyeshadows in great packaging.

Get your NYX Nude on Nude Palette here:

NYX ONLINE ONLY! Nude On Nude Cosmetic Palette

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