DIY: Pressing Mineral Pigments (Part 1 of 2)

**A quick note on video length** If you think it’s too long, you don’t have to watch it. Simple as that. I like making longer videos because it gives me more time to deliver detailed information (eg reviews). Especially for DIYs, I show you every step because I think many people learn best by watching. I want to make videos where you can get great results if you follow through. =) My recipe: 1) Shake EZ Prez Pressing Medium to combine layers. 2) To a full jar of EDM shadow, add about 5 drops of EZ Prez Pressing Medium. 3) Add the equivalent number of drops of 99% isopropyl alcohol. 4) Combine to form a wet sand consistency. 5) For shimmery shadows, follow 2)-4) with about 7 drops each of EZ Prez Pressing Medium and 99% isopropyl alcohol. For matte shadows, follow 2)-4) with about 3 drops each of EZ Prez Pressing Medium and 99% isopropyl alcohol. 6) Mist pan with 99% isopropyl alcohol and fill halfway with eyeshadow mixture. It will be the consistency of bread crumbs and should settle easily into the pan. 7) Press using a quarter and a piece of paper towel. I find this leaves a nice hatch mark like fabric does, and also helps to absorb excess alcohol and pressing medium. I usually do about 4 good hard presses, until the paper towel comes away clean. Mist the eyeshadow surface with 99% isopropyl alcohol, and add the remaining mixture. Repeat step 7). 9) MOST IMPORTANT STEP. After letting the shadow sit for about 10 minutes, heat up your toaster oven to 200°C. Place the …

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