17 Foolproof Eyeshadow Sticks for When You'd Rather Not Deal With Powder (2024)

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Bobbi Brown Long-Wear Cream Shadow Stick

Bobbi Brown's suggestion to "just swipe and go" with this cream shadow stick is music to our ears. The stick's budge-proof formula will stay put for up to eight hours of wear without creasing or fading, according to the brand. Swipe it all over the lid, blend with your finger, and you're good to go.

NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil

The silky application of this eye pencilis extra impressive considering its price point. It comes in 12complementary shades that work for both day and night and don't get dry or cakey in the process. "Very creamy and pigmented. Stays all day," one Ulta buyer shares. One advantage of a shadow stick instead of a cream in a pot, according to Perreaux, is that sticks tend to be on the drier side, making them longer-lasting. "Make sure to properly put the cap back on to ensure your product doesn’t prematurely dry out," she adds.

Charlotte Tilbury Colour Chameleon Eye Shadow Pencil

This formula is Trop's favorite. "The shades are so flattering for any eye color and I love that they've got a subtle shimmer to really make the eyes sparkle." Each one of the eightshades is customized tocomplement different eye colors. Once applied, the shadow is completely waterproof and lasts up to 10 hours, according to the brand. It has such staying power that the brand recommends blending it quickly once you apply. Otherwise, you won't be able to get it to budge.

Sephora Collection Colorful Shadow & Liner

This shadow-liner hybrid from Sephora Collection caught our eye thanks to its shade range of 30 different matte, glitter, and shimmer shadows. The highly pigmented formula is designed to resist heat, water, and humidity so that it lasts for 12 hours, according to the brand. It's also ultra-creamy to allow for easy blending with your fingers.

Chanel Stylo Ombré Et Contour

Perreaux calls these sticks "a perfect hybrid between eyeliner and cream shadow." They come in four shades, which are a step beyond your typical black or brown while remaining neutral. "Try #12 Contour Clair for a sexy mauve-y brown look," says Perreaux. In general, "don't be afraid to mix powder shadows with [cream]" as long as you lay the cream down first. "Cream shadow can be a great base to build off of for your eye look."

Shiseido Kajal Ink Artist Shadow Liner

Afour-in-one liner, kajal, eyeshadow, and brow color, thisproduct from Shiseido is ready to meet your every need. It glides on easily for weightless coverage that is smudge-proof, crease-proof, and waterproof. Use the sponge blender for an extra-smoky effect.

Clinique Chubby Stick Shadow Tint

Available in10 different shades, this lightweight shadow provides buildable, creamy coverage. Simply dab it on your lids and then blend it upward and outward with your fingertips, and build until you reach your desired effect. One Nordstrom buyer raves, "Creamy, even coverage. Color is subtle and can build for intensity. Portable and so convenient for on-the-go touch-ups." We're sold.

Mally Beauty Evercolor Shadow Stick

These creamy shadow sticks come in a range of shimmers and mattes. They'rehighly pigmented to deliver a bold, blendable finish. Sweep all over your lids, then blend with your fingertipto create a polished eye look.

Julep Eyeshadow 101 Crème-to-Powder Eyeshadow Stick

A unique crème-to-powder formula sets this shadow from Julep apart. After you apply and blend, it will set and dry into a powder that's waterproof and long-lasting. Plus, it's infused with vitamin E meant to soothe your delicate lids.

Pixi Beauty Endless Shade Stick

"These come in a beautiful range of colors," says Perreaux. "My favorite is Copper Glaze as someone always drawn to warm, rosy hues.The formula is made with Green Tea and Aloe vera to nourish and Chamomille to soothe.This ensures the product will glide onto the sensitive eye area rather than tug and irritate."

Nudestix Magnetic Eye Color

Nudestix, a line of products built off of the ease of having one handy tool thatneeds only be blended with your fingers,ispretty much expected to make incredible eyeshadow sticks—and thatit has. The brand's eyeshadows are easy to blend, a cinch to sharpen (like butter), and don't crease in the slightest.

e.l.f. Cosmetics No Budge Shadow Stick

The metallic shade offerings of this eyeshadow stick aremesmerizing. Each stick includes a built-in sharpener so you can ensure that you achieve your desired level of precision. Pro tip: In addition to using it on your eyelids, try using the rose-gold shade as a creamy highlighter.

Laura Mercier Caviar Stick Eye Shadow

This Laura Mercier Caviar Stick Eye Shadow comes in shimmer, matte, and metallic finishes. Blend with your fingers or a brush for an easy and long-lasting look. This eye shadow stick applies even and smooth with a rich pigment payoff that will take your look to the next level.

About-Face Shadowstick

The About-Face Shadowstick line is packed with bold hues from the electric Butterfly Collective to the vibrant In Dreams. This makeup line by Halsey gives you the range to get playful with your looks while also boasting a crease-proof, smudge-proof, and waterproof formula.

Live Tinted Huestick

This product was built for multitaskers. Add a splash of color to your lips, eyes, and cheeks in one go with the weightless Huestick by Live Tinted.

It Cosmetics Superhero No-Tug Waterproof Eyeshadow Stick

It Cosmetic's Superhero No-Tug Waterproof Eyeshadow Stick is a blendable and buildable formula that comes in pearl and matte tones. This shadow stick was created with easy application in mind.

Milani Gilded Shadow Stick

Inspired by our National Parks, Milani's Gilded Shadow Stick line includes four colors from a gorgeous mossy green to a soft rosy pink. This formula provides a smooth application and has bold color payoff.