Milani Bella Eyes Gel Powder Eyeshadow in Bella Espresso, Bella Gray Review

Milani came out with a line of eye shadows last year in June. They named it ‘Milani Bella Eyes Gel Powder Eyeshadow’. I saw many good reviews online for this line of products and went on an impulsive shopping. I bought many eyeshadows. Here, I am reviewing ‘Espresso’ and ‘Gray’.

Milani Bella Eyes Gel Powder Eyeshadow in Bella Espresso, Bella Gray Review

Product Description:
A gel powder – what would that even look like? We’ll tell you: It looks like rich, vibrant color that glides on in a single stroke, delivering a stunning multi-dimensional effect. What makes it a gel powder? Well, the formula starts as a gel and then is transformed by a special process into a stunning powder eyeshadow with pure color and power wear.

Application:
Apply using ring finger or brush for luminous eyes in one stroke. Use lighter shades on brow bone as a highlighter, mid-tone shades on the lid and deeper shades for contouring in the crease. Use any shade WET as a liner to create intense color or added definition for limitless, multidimensional looks as unique as you!

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Price:
$4.99 (approximately INR 300)

My Experience with Milani Bella Eyes Gel Powder Eyeshadow in Bella Espresso, Bella Gray:

Packaging:
Despite being a drugstore brand, Milani has done an excellent job in packaging of these eyeshadows. The container is gold in color and circular in shape. There is transparent window provided on the lid with ‘Milani’ printed on it. The see through plastic is quite secure and would not come off even on applying pressure.

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At the back the shade names, finish, quantity, manufacturing details etc. are mentioned. The lid closes quite securely. There are no mirrors or applicators provided. The actual product weighs around 1.4gm. According to me, it is less than drugstore standards. But, Milani is known for good product and higher price in comparison to other brands. The plastic is sturdy and travel friendly.

Texture:
The eyeshadows are silky, soft and smooth, texture wise. The product is not dry and there is no fall out or spillage on dipping a brush. The color transfers evenly on skin with just one swatch. Both the eyeshadows have matte finish. It is mentioned in the product description that it is gel to powder eyeshadow, but on touching the product, it feels nowhere near to be gel like consistency.

No chunky glitters or shimmer are present. Eyeshadows can be used dry as well as wet. Wet swatches do not change the finish just packs on more pigment. Both the shades are buildable easily. They blend very nicely.

Milani Bella Eyes Gel Powder Eyeshadow in Bella Espresso, Bella Gray Review

Pigmentation:
For a drugstore brand, the color payoff is great. You can take a look at dry and wet swatches. The swatches speak for themselves. I lightly swiped the eye shadow surface and load of color came off and when rubbed on my wrist whole color transferred evenly.

Espresso – is a dark coffee color with grey undertones. It can give the best smokey eyes look.

Gray – is a dark gray colored eye shadow. This color in the inner part of eyelids and Espresso on the outer eyes can be used for a perfect function look.

Both the colors stain and set fast, so the blending has to be done fast.

Staying Power:
Staying power is great! They can stay up to 7-8 hours without primer. My lids are oily still I do not use primer that much. There is an even fading because these shadows stain also. When used wet, the staying power increases by 1-2 hours. Generally, for party use this expanse of time is sufficient. For other times, makeup setting spray takes care of!

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Swatches:

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Blended:

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Pros of Milani Bella Eyes Gel Powder Eyeshadow in Bella Espresso, Bella Gray:

• Decent staying power
• Superb color payoff
• Affordable
• Durable packaging
• Smooth, butter like texture
• No spillage or fall out
• Nice and natural finish
• No presence of glitters and shimmers
• Travel friendly, sturdy and attractive packaging

Cons of Milani Bella Eyes Gel Powder Eyeshadow in Bella Espresso, Bella Gray:

• Availability

IMBB Rating:
4.5/5

Would I Recommend Milani Bella Eyes Gel Powder Eyeshadow in Bella Espresso, Bella Gray?
Yes, I highly recommend these shades of Bella Eyeshadows. These are great eyeshadows offered by drugstore brands apart from Maybelline and L’Oreal. With very attractive packaging with a great product, there are must-haves for those who can reach out for them!

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3 thoughts on “Milani Bella Eyes Gel Powder Eyeshadow in Bella Espresso, Bella Gray Review

  1. I really like the Espresso one. You are right Ankita. The color is perfect for smokey eyes. And the packaging also looks expensive. Excellent product in this price range. Thanks for reviewing.

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