5 Stunning Summer Eyeshadow Looks with Application Tips
Summer is the perfect time to freshen up your makeup routine with vibrant, long-lasting eyeshadow looks.
Whether you’re headed to a tropical vacation, a summer wedding, or just enjoying a sunny day at home, these curated Mary Kay Chromafusion® Eye Shadow palettes will have you glowing all season long.
Each look features rich pigments, effortless blendability, and 12-hour wear thanks to Mary Kay’s breakthrough Chromafusion® Matrix Technology.
Let’s take a look at these five stunning summer eyeshadow looks along with step-by-step application tips!
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1. Copper Heat
Palette Colors:
Look Description:
Turn up the warmth with the Copper Heat palette. Rich copper and warm neutrals make this look perfect for both casual days and summer nights.
Application Tips:
Apply Biscotti all over lid as a brightening base.
Sweep Shiny Penny across the lid for a radiant copper glow.
Blend Hazelnut into the crease for a smooth transition.
Deepen outer corner and lower lash line with Mahogany.
Finish with eyeliner and mascara.
2. Island Dreams
Palette Colors:
Look Description:
Inspired by Caribbean waters and sandy beaches, Island Dreams offers a playful pop of color with emerald greens and warm coppers.
Application Tips:
Apply Moonstone all over lid as your base.
Sweep Shiny Penny across center lid.
Blend Cinnabar into the crease for depth.
Add Emerald to lower lash line or outer corner for tropical flair.
Finish with liner and mascara.
3. Summer Bride
Palette Colors:
Look Description:
Perfect for weddings or romantic summer evenings, Summer Bride blends soft pinks and lavenders with a touch of smoky drama.
Application Tips:
Apply Blossom across lid as a soft base.
Sweep Soft Heather over the lid.
Blend Merlot into the crease and outer corner.
Use Granite as eyeliner or outer V depth.
Finish with eyeliner and mascara.
4. Cotton Candy
Palette Colors:
Look Description:
Light and feminine, Cotton Candy combines soft shimmer with playful pinks and plums for a sweet summer vibe.
Application Tips:
Apply Blossom all over lid.
Sweep Sunlit Rose on the mobile lid.
Blend Smoky Quartz into crease.
Add Sweet Plum to outer corner or lower lash line.
Finish with eyeliner and mascara.
5. Desert Heat
Palette Colors:
Look Description:
Earthy greens and bronzy golds make Desert Heat a stunning sun-kissed look for any summer day.
Application Tips:
Apply Sand Castle all over lid.
Sweep Gold Status on the lid for shimmer.
Blend Burnished Bronze into crease.
Add Moss to outer corner or lower lash line.
Finish with eyeliner and mascara.
Why You’ll Love Mary Kay Chromafusion® Eye Shadow:
Powered by Mary Kay Chromafusion® Matrix Technology, each shade delivers:
High-impact, true-to-color pigments
12-hour wear without creasing or fading
Blendable, buildable, and silky smooth application
No messy fallout — even in the summer heat
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Mary Kay® Skin Analyzer App
Want a deeper insight into your skin? Your Mary Kay Independent Beauty Consultant has an app for that!
Here is a great digital way to help you analyze your skin and select the best products for your specific needs!
This handy app acts like a digital skin care assistant and scans the skin to provide personalized Mary Kay® skin care recommendations.
Key Features:
- Uses facial skin recommendation technology to evaluate your skin and provide personalized Mary Kay product recommendations.
- Evaluates these skin characteristics:
Skin Type
Skin Texture
Wrinkles
Skin Tone
Undereye Appearance - Text or email the results to your Independent Beauty Consultant to create your customized skin care routine
How It Works:
Think of it like a virtual appointment.
1. You’ll tap the I’m a Customer button
2. Scan your face
3. Tap “Share Results” and email or text their results to me.
4. You can then set an appointment with me to discuss the results, and as your skin care expert, I’ll guide you through the Mary Kay® product recommendations.
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The Mary Kay® Skin Analyzer App is available to download for FREE for Apple® and Android tablets and smartphones in the following app stores:
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Mary Kay Mirror Me™ App
Mary Kay Mirror Me™ is the new virtual makeover app that uses augmented reality to try color products on the face in real time, allowing the user to move naturally and view makeup in a lifelike setting.
Easily create makeup looks you love with the Mary Kay Mirror Me™ App, our real-time makeover app.
Use our twist on augmented reality to find your most fabulous face from the comfort of your couch or on the go by swiping through countless color combinations on your face, eyes and lips.
The Mary Kay Mirror Me™ App uses your phone’s camera or an uploaded photo to apply makeup trends and color products the same way they look in real life.
Key Features:
- Use the front-facing camera to follow your movement and the rear-facing camera on friends to accurately place makeup on eyes, lips and face.
- Instantly try on hundreds of Mary Kay® products, shades and specially curated makeup artist looks.
- Try on makeup looks before meeting with your Independent Beauty Consultant.
- Share looks that you design or full looks created by Global Beauty Ambassador Luis Casco with friends across social media platforms and email or save the looks to your device for inspiration.
- Shop as you play by adding the products you love to your bag straight from the app.
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