NYX Roll On Shimmer in Salmon – Can You Ever Get Enough Of Shimmer?

NYX Roll On Shimmer in Salmon – Can You Ever Get Enough Of Shimmer?

“Some girls are just born with glitter in their veins” – Paris Hilton

Hey ladies!

So, if you’ve read some of my earlier reviews, you will know by now that I am a huge glitter/sparkles/shimmer aficionado. Be it mists, be it make-up, be it clothes, be it accessories…the works! In my world, glitter is my magic dust; it just perks me up like nobody’s business. Obviously adjusting the glitter quotient wisely so as not to look like a Christmas tree (just saying ladies!) but you get the drift right! Left to my own devices, I would even have it sprinkled on my food (the edible kind of course) and sadly I don’t but you never know till I open my own bakery and have shimmer dusted over everything. I intentionally say bakery as can’t imagine glittery Mutton/Chicken 😛 Okay, so I may be getting carried away here, but what I’m trying to establish is that I just can’t get enough and whenever I’m near something iridescent, I am smitten!

NYX Roll On Shimmer in Salmon

Seeing that a friend and I had some time off bang in the middle of the week, we decided to pay a visit to one of the malls and bring in the Christmas spirit in full bloom. Completely mesmerized by the ubiquitous sparkly baubles in Select City mall, we made our way straight to Sephora to lighten our purses; all in the name of the festivities (actually do we even need a reason? No). Anyhow, so as my friend got down to some serious business in sampling some makeup, I stumbled upon the range of roll on shimmer sticks by NYX. Pleasantly surprised, by the assortment of hues, my eyes immediately fell on a shade called “Salmon,” a delicate rose gold. There were a dozen gorgeous eye-popping colours to choose from, but I thought I would make my first buy a more neutral shade and then I can move onto the other ones which I sadly left behind, in the sheer hope to return and pick up soon.  So, I tested Salmon first on my hands and then directly on my eyelids. Without a doubt, I gasped in joy and then followed the happy dance!  When in doubt, just add glitter!

Price:

430 INR for 1.5 gm.

Product Claims:

Brighten up with Roll on Shimmer! Add lustre to your look with our brilliant shades that roll easily onto eyes, face and body. You control the intensity of the pigment! Easily blend the shimmer powder using a brush or fingers, then pop it into your purse for on-the-go sparkle.

Packaging:

This roll on comes in a cute little transparent plastic tube, so you can see the shade and a roll on ball for application.

NYX Roll On Shimmer in Salmon

My Experience with NYX Roll On Shimmer in Salmon:

What I particularly loved about this product is that it readily glides on and has the most brilliant density ever. The high pigmentation can be adjusted depending on how much you apply which is great. You can opt for subtle in the day or deeper towards the evening on a night out. Although it is loose powder, it has a very silky formula that just slithers on with one stroke, and you can roll on as much as you need to create your desired density. The effortless application and intense glamorous shimmer did it for me and I was sold and just for a price of 430 INR, this was a steal!

NYX Roll On Shimmer in Salmon

When I tried it on my eyelids on the day of purchase, I noticed that by the time I reached home, the density had reduced a bit, so would definitely suggest using a primer before you apply this. I have oily eyelids, so a primer would be sensible for maximum effect. Despite being superbly sparkly, trust me, it isn’t over bearing, so you can rest at ease and the “Salmon” shade that I’m using is a good start for anyone who’s a wee bit apprehensive when it comes to shimmer. They also have a gorgeous “nude,” but I liked the Salmon for its rose gold tint.

NYX Roll On Shimmer in Salmon

I use it sometimes on its own, all over my eyelid till the crease (on top of a primer only) as it’s just beautiful on your skin colour and spruces up my look or over another eyeshadow (in any colour) to lend more drama and get a more glamorous look.  Can even be used in the inner and outer corners of your eyes and blended in with a darker shade for a striking eye look. Due to the roller ball application, it’s quick and easy to use too. I like to roll it on and blend with my fingers (especially to get into the corners well), but you can just use directly from the tube; whatever works for you. As the products suggests, this isn’t just limited to the eyes, but can be smothered anywhere on your body and face. For instance, I wouldn’t mind adding a touch of this on my cupids bow or highlight my face wherever required.

NYX Roll On Shimmer in Salmon

Pros of NYX Roll On Shimmer in Salmon:

  • Silky formula that glides on effortlessly.
  • Can use directly using its rollerball or blend with fingers or a brush.
  • Highly pigmented color.
  • Lasts long but advisable to use over a primer to ensure it doesn’t move.
  • Full coverage and not patchy.
  • Works for day and night.
  • Value for money.

Cons of NYX Roll On Shimmer in Salmon:

  • People will get completely enraptured by your dazzling eyes and lose concentration, so you may have to repeat yourself when talking to someone.
  • Can fall off a bit with time, hence the primer.

Would I Repurchase NYX Roll On Shimmer in Salmon?

Oh yes! I would be stupid not to but next time, I’m going for the blues and greens to add to this collection.

IMBB Rating:

4.5/5

Conclusion:

So my friends, I hope I have managed to share what this adorable wonder product does for me and help you too. My palms are twitching to get hold of all the shades but I will not be completely irresponsible and go mental but rather wait and enjoy my Salmon first and see how long I can resist temptation (Lol not too long…) And as they say “If you don’t own anything glittery, you’re living life all wrong”.

Achtung baby!!!

xoxo

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12 thoughts on “NYX Roll On Shimmer in Salmon – Can You Ever Get Enough Of Shimmer?

  1. Mimosa… I am totally smitten… By ur reviews. U write exceptionally well, and I just love ur reviews. Though not a shimmer fan, u hav me almost itching to get this. Good job lady… Love abd hugs

    1. Thankyou so so much Arpita! I can imagine shimmer can be daunting a bit for those who don’t like it but a teeny weeny bit is okay I guess so don’t itch my lady…..shimmer away 😉

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