Laura Mercier Single Eye Shadow — Buttercream 0.09 oz, Matte & Buildable

Laura Mercier Single Eye Shadow in Buttercream is a creamy, pure-matte eyeshadow that delivers buildable, crease-resistant pigment with minimal fallout.

This single-pan shadow offers a silky matte finish in a neutral, flattering Buttercream shade designed to suit every eye color and skin type. Formulated with dimethicone and silica, the texture glides on smoothly, allowing you to sheer, blend, or layer for deeper intensity without looking chalky or powdery. The compact 0.09 oz size is ideal for a personal collection, travel kit, or to test a versatile staple shade from a prestige brand praised for clean, performance-driven formulas.

How does Buttercream perform on different skin types and eyelids?

Buttercream is crafted to work across oily, dry, sensitive, and mature eyelids. The dimethicone gives slip and wear, while silica helps control shine and reduce migration, so color stays true throughout the day. Because it’s fragrance-free and dermatologist-tested, it’s suited for those with sensitivity concerns.

• Dimethicone and silica for glide and oil control
• Non-comedogenic formula minimizes pore clogging
• Matte pigment that resists creasing and fallout
• Neutral Buttercream complements all eye colors

How do I apply and build this matte eyeshadow for best results?

The formula is versatile: use a fluffy brush to diffuse a soft wash, or a denser brush to pack on color for more intensity. It layers easily over primer or a base shade and blends smoothly into other shadows or eyeliner for seamless transitions. Because fallout is minimal, the application stays clean whether you do eye makeup first or after skin base.

• Use a flat brush for packing color, a fluffy brush for blending
• Start light and layer to achieve desired depth
• Works well over or under cream bases and liners
• Minimal fallout means easier clean-up and precision

Will this shade and finish last through a full day or evening?

When applied over a quality eye primer, Buttercream maintains color and a matte finish for extended wear. The combination of silicone and silica helps the shadow cling to the lid and resist migration into creases. For long events, set with a thin layer of coordinating powder shadow to lock it in place further.

• Use with primer to maximize wear time
• Formula resists creasing on most skin types
• Easily deepened for evening looks without patchiness
• Pairs well with shimmer toppers for added dimension

How can Buttercream fit into daily and evening makeup routines?

Buttercream is a versatile neutral that can be the single shadow you wear for a polished daytime look or the base you build on for a smoky evening eye. Its matte finish provides structure for liners and highlight shades, blending seamlessly into both minimalist and layered palettes. Because it’s subtle yet pigmented, it adapts to quick touch-ups or more elaborate multi-step applications.

• Perfect as an all-over lid shade for everyday wear
• Functions as a transition color for multi-shadow looks
• Blends smoothly with shimmer toppers or deeper mattes
• Compact size fits travel and on-the-go touch-ups

Who is this for: This single shadow is aimed at anyone seeking a high-quality matte neutral—makeup beginners who want an easy-to-use, flattering shade; busy professionals who prefer one dependable shadow for quick application; and beauty enthusiasts who value a compact, blendable matte that layers well with other products. If you favor clean, fragrance-free cosmetics with a refined finish and predictable performance, Laura Mercier’s Buttercream is a practical addition to your personal or professional kit.

Ingredients

Talc, Zea Mays (Corn) Starch, Zinc Stearate, Mica, Silica, Dimethicone, Isonoyl Isononanoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethiconol, Chlorphenesin, Potassium Sorbate, Synthetic Beeswax, Tetrasodium EDTA. (+/-): CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide), CI 77491 (Iron Oxides), CI 77492 (Iron Oxides), CI 77499 (Iron Oxides), CI 77510 (Ferric Ferrocyanide), CI 75470 (Carmine), CI 77007 (Ultramarines).