DIY Eye Shadow Recipe by Lori G Ashley®

Ingredients and their approximate conversions:

1. Kaolin Clay

   • 2-5% of total formula

   • Use: 1/4 tsp – 1/2 tsp (depending on how much you want to make)

2. Sericite Mica

   • 30-50% of total formula

   • Use: 1 1/2 tsp – 3 tsp (depending on how much shimmer you want)

3. Iron Oxide Pigments

   • 10-30% of total formula

   • Use: 1/2 tsp – 1 1/2 tsp (based on desired color depth)

4. Liquid Glycerin

   • 5-10% of total formula

   • Use: 1/2 tsp – 1 tsp (for creaminess, or adjust for texture)

5. Germall Plus (Preservative)

   • 0.1-0.5% of total formula

   • Use: (a pinch, or just a drop)

Approximate Recipe (for small batch):

• Kaolin Clay: 1/4 tsp

• Sericite Mica: 2 tsp

• Iron Oxide Pigment: 1 tsp (or more depending on the desired intensity of color)

• Liquid Glycerin: 1/2 tsp

• Germall Plus: (a pinch, or just a drop)

Procedure (in tsp):

1. Mix the Dry Ingredients:
   In a small bowl, combine 1/4 tsp Kaolin Clay, 2 tsp Sericite Mica, and 1 tsp Iron Oxide pigment. Stir them thoroughly to blend evenly.

2. Add Liquid Glycerin:
   Gradually add 1/2 tsp Liquid Glycerin and stir well until the mixture starts to come together into a smooth paste.

3. Add Germall Plus:
   Add a pinch (around 1/8 tsp) of Germall Plus to the mixture and stir thoroughly to ensure it’s incorporated.

4. Adjust Texture:
   If the mixture is too dry, you can add more glycerin, a drop at a time. If it’s too wet, add a tiny bit more Kaolin Clay or Sericite Mica to thicken it.

5. Pack the Eyeshadow:
   Once the mixture has the right consistency, transfer it into a small container and press it down to compact it. Allow it to set for a few hours or refrigerate it briefly to firm up.

This should yield a small batch of eyeshadow, perfect for testing! Adjust the proportions to create larger amounts as needed.