Review: Sleek Curacao I-Divine Eyeshadow Palette from Carribean Collection

Inspired by dynamic colours reminiscent of the Carribean, Sleek MakeUp has launched a Limited Edition Carribean Collection that combines 2 key Sring/Summer 2011 trends: 1970's beauty and bold brights to catapult you into that holiday feeling.

I will be reviewing first the Curacao I-Divine Eyeshadow Palette.

Product Info from SLEEK MAKEUP:

Jet off into paradise with the Curacao I-Divine 12 pc. Eyeshadow palette, a mix of bold corals, ocean blue hues, and tangerine brights. Sleek MakeUp's high colour pigmentation helps recreate the stand-out orange eyes rocked by Hollywood hottie Scarlett Johanssen and Pop Queen Fergie this Spring. Bright eyes are back; wear vivid sweep of coral or lucid yellow as seen at the Derek Lam and Peter Som fashion shows in 2011.

RETAIL PRICE: $10.50 on Sleek website.

WEIGHT: 12 x 1.1 grams

PROS:
* eyeshadow is mineral based, so lesser chance of allergies.
* palette is sleek and easy fits in your makeup bag.
* a mixture of 6 matte & 6 shimmery shades.
* really pigmented ; good color-pay off even without primer.
* minimal fall-outs due to its creamy, buttery texture.
* unscented
* amazing staying power; color did not fade throughout the day.
* darker shades can be used as eyeliner.
* minimal creasing on the inner corners of my eye (after 6 hours - not bad at all!)
Note: I have slightly oily lids.

CONS:
* not available locally.
* some shades are chalky (blue lagoon & screwdriver)


TIPS:
* Due to its creamy powder formula, I've noticed that it's best when you use a natural hair eyeshadow brush for easier application and to minimize fall-outs, if you don't own one you can also use your fingertips or the applicator provided.
* If your eyelids are not that oily like mine you can get away without using an eye primer, but if you have oily lids I highly recommend using one.

I RECOMMEND THIS TO:
Anyone who's a fan of bright colored eye makeup!


OVERALL:
The shades are really vibrant and pretty, but they are to bright for my liking... I prefer the Sleek Oh So Special palette for everyday use (will post swatches soon). Don't worry this palette won't go to waste, we are planning a photoshoot this month and I'm definitely using this!

More pics (click to enlarge)

From left:
Pardon the color description =)
1. Tequila Sunrise (shimmer) - orange with gold
2. Martini (shimmer) - bright white
3. Blue Hawaiian (matte) - sky blue
4. Bloody Mary (matte) - orangey- red
5. Screwdriver (matte) - canary yellow
6. Green Iguana (shimmer) - leafy green
7. Apres Midori (shimmer) - emerald green
8. Blue Lagoon (matte) - maya blue?
9. Purple Haze (matte) - purple w/ blue
10. Green Martini (shimmer) - olive green with gold
11. Singapore Sling (shimmer) - fuchsia with blue tones
12. Espresso Martini (matte) - pure black

Till next time,

Disclaimer: Products were sent for PR purposes.
This is not a paid review and is solely based on my honest opinions.