عيون: NARS Rajasthan Eyeshadow Duo Review, Photos, Swatches

Modern, unique, sometimes unexpected color combinations of eyeshadow shades. Worn alone or together, all Duo Eyeshadow shades feature micro-fine powders that are highly pigmented, longwearing and crease resistant. Color glides on smoothly, evenly and blends effortlessly. The effects can be subtle or smoldering -- the options are endless.

"Best Overall Eyeshadow” 2011 InStyle "Best Beauty Buys”

True color application

Can be applied dry or with a dampened brush for stronger intensity.

Multi-funtion use for shading, lining and highlighting the eyes.

Classic, neutral, and fashion-forward shade pairings.

François' Insight

I try to take an unusual approach with the Duo Eyeshadows -- sometimes surprising, always interesting. The colors won't necessarily match in a traditional sense, but they will always make you think; always make you want to explore the different ways of using the two shades together

NARS Rajasthan eyeshadow duo is one of thetwo items (another one is Tzarine duo) that got me hooked on NARS! It was part of Fall 2010 collection and it was limited edition item. I was late for the party and saw review of this duo couple of months after release when it was already sold out almost everywhere. I went crazy to find it, and the only place that had it was Saks 5th ave. So I finally got my hands on it!
Well all the hunt for it was well worth it! This is one of the best duos that NARS ever released.

Lighter shade is silky cashmere gold with a touch of a bronze and darker shade is dark charcoal gray that has green undertone. I've read some reviews that describe darker shade as blue or navy but I do not see any blue in it at all.
Both shades are incredibly pigmented and smooth. Both are very easy to apply and blend. Colors are buildable and you can definitely create both daytime and nighttime looks with this palette.

I have two complaints about this palette:

It's not part of the permanent range. BUT Nars is great when it comes to limited edition items. They are available for a long time - months after release and they never sell out in a lightning speed (I am talking to you MAC!). So you have enough time to take a look at the products, figure out what you like and need before purchasing. You are not rushed into buying something just because it's LE and will sell out super fast. Love that about NARS!

I wish lighter shade is a tad lighter. I feel like I needed to add another lighter eyeshadow for highlighting. With duo shadows I like to use only those two shades. But that's just personal preference.