Friday 3 October 2014

Sleek i-Divine Eyeshadow Palette in Au Naturel

Can you believe that up until a few weeks ago, I didn't own an eyeshadow palette? (I owned about fifty million quads, duos and singles, but no palettes.)

The last time I went shopping with my sister, we both decided it was high time we bought one. We didn't want to spend a fortune, and I'd heard nothing but good things about Sleek makeup, so we both decided to get the Sleek i-Divine palette in Au Naturel. There is a huge choice of Sleek palettes, and we were seriously tempted by a lot of them - pastel colours, bright colours, jewel colours - but we both felt that neutrals were the way to go for our first foray into the world of palettes.

Sleek i-Divine Eyeshadow Palette in Au Naturel


Just look how gorgeous this is. I love every shade, not to mention the... well... sleek black packaging.

Sleek i-Divine Eyeshadow Palette in Au Naturel





I paid £7.99 for this palette in Superdrug, which I think is a real bargain, as there is no shade here that I wouldn't use. Three of the shadows are shimmery, the rest matte. All of them are soft as butter, easy to apply and well-pigmented. My sister started using hers immediately, and when we went out for dinner that evening, I noticed how pretty her eye makeup looked. I, of course, wanted to save mine until I got the chance to photograph it. #bloggerproblems, and all that jazz.

Sleek i-Divine Eyeshadow Palette in Au Naturel






Top row, back to front - Nougat, Nubuck, Cappuccino, Honeycomb, Toast, Taupe.
Bottom row, back to front - Conker, Moss, Bark, Mineral Earth, Regal, Noir.

If you've been reading this blog for a while, you'll know that I quite like it when makeup brands provide suggestions for how to put their products to the best possible use. I'm all for experimenting, and thoroughly intend to do so with this palette in the hopes of improving my eyeshadow game, but when you're not blessed with much natural skill in the in the makeup department, it's nice to be given a nudge in the right direction. The back of this palette does exactly that, suggesting a couple of combinations to create a "daytime smoky eye."

Here I am wearing one of them - Cappuccino all over the lids, Taupe in the inner corners, Bark through the crease and Mineral Earth on the upper and lower lash line. You probably won't be able to make out all the individual colours in these photos, but you can get an idea of how soft and pretty the look is. I'm wearing no other liner here, just Mineral Earth.

Sleek i-Divine Eyeshadow Palette in Au Naturel

(While we're here, shall we just quickly address the polka dot shirt situation? Despite how it might appear, I do own other tops. I just always seem to be wearing this one when I want to take blog photos. I could change, but I'm always pushed for time/too lazy. Anyway, this is about the eyeshadow, so I hope you can overlook it!)

Sleek i-Divine Eyeshadow Palette in Au Naturel


In summary, I'm seriously impressed with this Sleek palette and now (of course) I want all the others.

What's your favourite eyeshadow palette? Have you got any of the Sleek ones, and if so, which ones do I need?

Kate x
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    1. Thanks Renata! Yes, I think I'll get a lot of use out of it. x

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  2. I love, love eye shadow palettes! I have one from Sleek called 'Oh so special' and the quality is great. x

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    1. I'm so tempted to get more Sleek palettes! You're right, the quality is fantastic, especially considering the price. x

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  3. This palette is absolutely gorgeous!xx
    http://heyitshannaah.blogspot.co.uk/

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  4. I just got my first sleek palette as well and love it! I got the Storm one which I think has really great shades in it x

    Jasmin Charlotte | UK Lifestyle Blog

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    1. They have so many lovely ones! After being so impressed by this one, I'm even more tempted to go out and buy the lot! x

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  5. I've only heard good things about Sleek eyeshadow palettes. They look quite similar to the MUA ones (but I believe Sleek came first). The bit about the polka dot shirt situation made me laugh - it's a cute shirt though, so no harm done!

    x Sneha | www.snehakadaba.com

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    1. Never tried MUA, but I can definitely recommend Sleek. I really must try to wear a different shirt next time! x

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  6. I've got this exact palette and I love it so much! I love the look you created with the shades :) xxx

    http://www.beyondthevelvet.blogspot.co.uk/

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  7. This little palette looks wonderful.Love the colors!
    http://www.fabuloustorture.blogspot.com

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  8. I love sleek eyeshadow palettes! I haven't tried this one, but the warm colours look perfect for winter
    -A,x
    Mandeville Sisters

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  9. such a pretty palette - it has such a gorgeous selection of colours! xx


    whatbeckyloves.com

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  10. What a beautiful palette with such a gorgeous colors! This one is on my wishlisht for a while now :)

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  11. You look gorgeous and I love this pallette, I am useless with eyeshadow still! xxx

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  12. Sleek products are so pigmented and I've had a few of their eyeshadow palettes in my time. They're looking great on you.

    Victoria
    FlorenceandMary.com

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  13. I have this and use it all the time, such a handy palette to have! x

    Evelyn @ We Were Raised By Wolves

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  14. I love soft buttery shadows. I think my fav palette is one I got from makeup rev, closely followed by the Naked 2 palette!

    Corinne x
    www.skinnedcartree.com

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  15. Such a pretty palette, those shades are beautiful!
    xprincessjas | ♥

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  16. Hey sweetie - first of I just want to say I didn't even realise you were wearing the same top, then scrolled down and saw it in another post - this made me laugh! I'm the same!!! :D

    The palette actually looks gorgeous and like you can really create some beautiful things but haven't tried anything from Sleek - yet! :)

    Looking lovely as always and making me smile :)

    Layla xx

    www.sprinklesofstyle.co.uk

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  17. I wish more palettes would come with more matte colors and less shimmery ones. Shimmer just doesn't fit in well during the day!

    Another Beautiful Thing

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  18. Gorgeous, gorgeous palette! Very "Sleek" indeed ;) I really need to get one, I only seem to have rubbishy ones that are horribly dust ridden! :| You look like a complete stunner Kate, such a beauty you are! <3

    Sophie | soinspo xo

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  19. I have a couple of sleek palettes and they are fantastic :) x

    Heather | Of Beauty & Nothingness x

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  20. What a beautiful palette ! I love the colors !

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  21. the colors look great! i really want to try sleek palettes.

    www.simplymee89.blogspot.com

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  22. I love Sleek palettes, I have all of them except maybe 2 or 3 :-)

    xx
    MJ

    http://mjintheskywithglitter.blogspot.com/

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