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colorful cosmetic for eyelids

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An eye shadow palette with a wide variety of neutral and vibrant colors A mainly purple eye shadow look, with a brown shade blended in on the top. Eye shadow (or eyeshadow) is a cosmetic applied primarily to the eyelids to attract attention to the wearer's eyes, making them stand out or look more attractive. Eye shadow can also be applied under the eyes, on the cheeks, or to brow bones.

Civilizations around the world use and have used eye shadow across genders. In ancient Egypt, it was customarily used by both men and women. Kohl, an ancient eye cosmetic, played a prominent role in various cultures and religious practices.

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