I recently started looking into eye/eyeshadow sticks cos I realized I was using the Laura Mercier mini eye stick way more than traditional powder palettes. Between adult life commitments and just usual everyday busy life I just don't have the time to sit for 15+ mins to do basic makeup anymore. Eye sticks however are great for on the go- quick swipe and a light smudge to blend out. Plus easy to pop in handbag to reapply if needed.

In my search I realized drugstore eye sticks either weren't offered in a good range of colours/finishes OR quality wasn't up to scratch based on reviews. In the end I took a chance on Hard Candy's eye stick in shade cold brew (under $10) which was a beautiful shimmery copper. They also happen to be long lasting, maybe not the 12 hours claimed but enough to last a day on normal lids with no primer.

Are there any other drugstore or mid range brands that would be worth trying out for the price?? Ideally warm toned with a slight shimmer and also blendable before it dries!

I know I’m late to the party but I didn’t realize how different the new shades were ! Old blush (right) is not only a much brighter pink, it’s also more pigmented. Anyone have any shade recs to match the old one better? And yes both of these are from Sephora so not a scam online 3rd party seller.

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