Eyelid Tape Shadow Techniques

This is an update, as promised, about applying shadow with eyelid tape. I put 3 pieces of tape on my arm, did different techniques of applying shadow, and then rubbed them vigorously!

* Shadow UNDER the tape. There is no shadow on top of the tape whatsoever. The color is visible and vibrancy will depend on how much you apply on your lid before applying tape. The tape does not lose its' strength or ability to stick because of the shadow. It still displays the same durability. No worries about shadow coming off, since it's under the tape.

* Cream all-over pencil as a base and applied shadow, all ON the tape directly. This has a very vibrant color and not a lot of shadow is needed. After being rubbed, much of the shadow was still there.

* Shadow ON tape directly. No base, nothing underneath the tape. This does not show as brightly as without the base. You need to apply a bit more shadow for it to show. There was a tint of color after being rubbed.

I first swiped each swatch softly and nothing really came off. There was shadow on my finger, but it still looked the same to me. I did not see a visual difference with a soft swipe. Then I rubbed hard back and forth with my finger 10+ times. Most of us don't rub our eyeshadows like crazy, so this was like an extreme test to show true shadow lasting ability.

I think your best bet is to apply makeup under the tape. If you want the color to be bright, you will probably need to use a bit more shadow. But since the tape is still over it, it does look a little dullish. In turn, you don't have to worry about it coming off or fading. The tape with the cream base looks more like real shadow on a lid and doesn't look dull. You can even see the "realness" in the picture compared to the others. It doesn't come off easily either. Again, I rubbed it toughly, so I don't think you'll experience shadow coming off with regular wear. The tape with shadow directly on it suffered the most. I wouldn't recommend it.

I have applied gel eyeliner ON the tape to conceal it a bit and it stays on well without smudging or fading. I've never experience any problem doing so. I think applying gel eyeliner ON the tape directly is safe, but not shadow alone (unless with base). I would not recommend pencil or liquid eyeliner ON the tape either.

I hope this answers any questions you have about applying makeup with eyelid tape. I would love to see some pictures of you guys trying out tape and hearing your experience with it!!