Rimmel Scandaleyes Eyeshadow Paints Review + Swatches

Right to Left: Beige, Chestnut Taupe, Rich Russet, Golden Bronze, Magnese Purple

 Chestnut Taupe

 Left to Right (with flash): Manganese Purple. Golden Bronze, Rich Russet, Chestnut Taupe, Beige

YouTube Video Review

These creamy eyeshadows are one of the new launches in the United States from Rimmel. They did already launch in Great Britain a while back, although only in 5 shades. We are lucky enough to get 8 shades. The 4 new shades the U.S. launch includes are Chestnut Taupe, Manganese Purple, Beige, and Garnet. The British launch includes a color called Mercury Silver, which is not part of the U.S. line. Overall, they are a really interesting concept. I love the packaging which looks quite similar to the Rimmel lip glosses. Unfortunately, the packaging and the colors are about all I really like with these eyeshadows. Maybelline's 24 HR Color Tattoos are still the best cream shadow product I have used from the drugstore, especially if you are looking for something that can double as an eyeshadow base. Check out my list of Pros & Cons below. 

Price: $4.99 at Ulta

Pros:

• Good neutral color range with a couple fun colors (Manganese Purple, Garnet)
• Beautiful shimmer/reflective quality on the eyelid without large pieces of sparkle. 
• Most apply creamy, cooling to the lid
• Great packaging - less messy & more hygienic than a classic cream eyeshadow pot. 

Cons:

• NOT Waterproof - although they claim to be. 
• Can crease/fade if you have oily eyelids and don't prime since they are not waterproof. 
• Have no slip/tackiness so cannot be worn as eyeshadow bases.
• No matte color options. All have shimmer.
• Some colors not as pigmented and apply a little streaky (i.e. Manganese Purple).

Final Grade: C-