Urban Decay Naked2 Basics Matte Eyeshadow Palette

Product Information

The Urban Decay Naked2 Basics is a staple "workhorse" palette that serves as the cooler, more taupe-leaning counterpart to the original Naked Basics. While the newer Naked Shaped palette you looked at earlier offers a full face solution, the Naked2 Basics is strictly about perfecting the eye with six high-performance matte shadows.It is often described as the "must-have" palette for people with cool-to-neutral skin tones who find that traditional "nude" palettes look too orange or yellow on them.The 6-Shade ArchitectureThe palette follows a logical gradient from light to dark, allowing for a seamless transition from a "no-makeup" look to a deep, smoky eye.Shade NameColor ProfileBest UseSkimpPale Nude IvoryThe only "satin" finish; ideal for a subtle brow-bone highlight.StarkNude-Pink MatteA perfect base shade to even out the lid color.FriskWarm Gray MatteThe "magic" transition shade for a cool-toned crease.CoverMuted Red-Brown MatteAdds depth to the crease without looking "muddy."PrimalMuted Brown MatteA deeper taupe for outer-corner definition.UndoneDeep Smoky Brown MatteA soft, cool-toned black; great for smoky liner.

Why It Remains a Cult FavoriteThe "iPhone" Compact:

It is about the size of a mobile phone, making it arguably the most travel-friendly palette on your list. It's built into a sturdy, rubberized case that survived the "clutter" of many a handbag.The Multi-Use Factor: Because the shades are all matte and cool-toned, they are frequently used as brow powders or even contour for the nose and eyes.Texture: It uses Urban Decay's Pigment Infusion System™, which gives the mattes a velvety, buttery feel that is much easier to blend than cheaper drugstore mattes.