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Time To Switch To Cream Eyeshadow?


Do You Find Applying Eyeshadow A Struggle? Maybe You Lack Confidence Or Time?

Let Me Introduce You To The Easiest Eyeshadow Products To Help You


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Over the last decade of my makeup career I have seen powder eyeshadow palettes dominate the space, which has been great if you love a powder eyeshadow, however I have barely seen many cream eyeshadows for those who struggle with eye makeup!'

Something I come across often in makeup lessons is the lack of confidence and knowledge of how to apply eye makeup. Sometimes it comes down to time restraints where it is just not an option to create an eye look before you need to get out of the door.


Thankfully the makeup industry is starting to catch up and I am seeing more and more brands bringing out cream eyeshadows! A definite game-changer for those who are a little intimidated by creating an eye look, but also for those who want to wear a little something to enhance your eyes within a time friendly manner.

Benefits Of Using Cream Eyeshadow;

  • Quick to apply

  • Easy to blend out with a brush or your finger

  • Can be long-wearing and crease-free

  • Can be applied in thin layers for a natural look or thicker layers for a more impactful look

  • They are safer because they can't flake off into the eye

  • Have a smoother texture and are less likely to settle into fine lines and wrinkles

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Let’s dive in to some amazing cream eyehadow’s and choices now available!

NARS Total Seduction Eyeshadow Stick Exclusive

One of the newest on the block in 2024! The range is fully matte and is both crease and smudge resistant.

You will get up to 16-hours wear so great to know that when this is on it is on!

KIKO Milano Long Lasting Eyeshadow Stick

Available in both matte and shimmer shades, you are spoilt for choice when it comes to colours!

Up to 8-hours, with no signs of smudging or transferring.

Bobbi Brown Long-Wear Cream Shadow Stick

A smooth and creamy formula available in both matte and shimmer shade, this is an iconic product.

Never sinks into fine lines or creases.

Bobbi Brown Long-Wear Cream Shadow Stick Duo

A long-wear cream stick duo for those who want to create more dimension with their eye look!

One end is generally matte while the other is shimmer. The colour combinations have been created to deliver a flattering look.

Laura Mercier Caviar Stick Eye Colour

Pigmented colours that last up to 24-hours on the lid. Available in both matte and shimmers.

Smooth and blendable, the formula hydrates the eyes as it defines, combining hyaluronic acid with raspberry stem cells for a boost of moisture.

Revlon ColorStay Creme Eye Shadow

An affordable option in a pot format that provides 24-hour wear and is water-resistant.

Available in both matte and shimmer you can achieve a wash of colour or build to a richer pigment.

Rimmel Wonder'last Shadow Stick

Another new release for 2024! Available in only a shimmer finish, these will give you an all-day wear.

A fragrance-free, cruelty-free, vegan formula

Maybelline New York Color Tattoo Eye Stix Longwear Eyeshadow

Another exciting new release of 2024 is the re-formulated Maybelline Tattoo cream shadow. Previously in a pot this is now an easy to use shadow.

A bold 24-hour wear, this is available in 9 longwearing shades.

Fenty Beauty Shadowstix Longwear Eyeshadow Stick

Pigmented, blendable matte and shimmer shades available. A long-wear formula that’s easy to blend and smudge with a brush or fingers.

Resists creasing, fading, sweat and heat! Transfer-proof and water-proof  

All of the cream eyeshadows above are great products! If you want an introduction to using a cream I would highly recommend Kiko and Maybelline for the most affordable options which give you both matte and shimmer formulas.

I really hope you will take a dive into cream eyeshadows to see how easy they are, and also how quick they can be at creating a really simple eye look!

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