Discover the Vibrant ColourPop Hey Boo Shadow Stix
ColourPop Hey Boo Shadow Stix ($8.00 for 0.04 oz.) offers a striking, cool-toned white hue with a matte finish that is perfect for creating bold eye looks. This product is designed for ease of use, providing opaque pigmentation in a single stroke. Its lightly creamy texture ensures a smooth and comfortable application experience. However, to achieve the best results, it’s advisable to work quickly as it sets rather fast. With an average wear time of about seven hours before any creasing occurs, this shadow stick is a reliable option for daily wear or special occasions.
- Opaque pigmentation in one stroke
- Lightly creamy, smooth, comfortable to apply
- Applied fairly evenly and blended out well but you’ll want to work quickly
- Average-wearing (7 hours before creasing)
FURTHER READING:
Explore the Formula Overview for in-depth details on performance and characteristics such as scent.
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In-Depth Formula Overview
$8.00/0.04 oz. – $200.00 Per Ounce
The formula boasts a description of being “ulta-pigmented” and “long-lasting,” making it versatile enough to be used as a shadow, base, or liner. It also includes a built-in sharpener on the opposite end for added convenience.
The newly formulated twist-up pencil eyeshadow is creamier, offers more pigmentation, and delivers a more consistent performance compared to the original Colour Stix, which had varying results. However, I noticed that the Shadow Stix were not particularly long-wearing on my skin; they tended to fade between six and seven hours, with some shades disappearing entirely by the nine-hour mark. They performed better when used over a primer or set with powder, making them ideal as a base.
Working with these shadow sticks is a comfortable experience, allowing for easy application on the lid. The creamy consistency enables ample blendability, whether using fingertips or a brush to smooth the edges on the skin. Buffing and patting the edges for an all-over lid color is incredibly simple, which is particularly beneficial given that about half of the range consists of various neutral tones.
For more inspiration, browse all of our ColourPop Shadow Stix swatches.
Hey Boo
LELimited Edition. $8.00.
Unveil the Magic with ColourPop Witch Please Shadow Stix
ColourPop Witch Please Shadow Stix ($8.00 for 0.04 oz.) features a captivating light-medium silver shade enriched with cooler undertones and a subtle pinkish pearl finish. This unique combination creates an enchanting effect that enhances your eye makeup. The pigmentation is classified as medium, allowing for buildable color that can be layered to achieve your desired intensity. Its lightly creamy texture ensures a smooth and enjoyable application process. For best results, utilizing a fluffy brush can help achieve a more even application, ensuring that this stunning shade blends seamlessly into your look. The average wear time for this shadow stick is around six hours before creasing, making it a worthy addition to your makeup routine.
- Medium pigmentation in one stroke, somewhat buildable
- Lightly creamy, smooth, comfortable to apply
- Could have applied more evenly; best with a fluffy brush
- Average-wearing (6 hours before creasing)
FURTHER READING:
Check out the Formula Overview for comprehensive insights into performance and characteristics, including scent.
Comprehensive Formula Overview
$8.00/0.04 oz. – $200.00 Per Ounce
This formula is touted as “ulta-pigmented” and “long-lasting,” suitable for use as a shadow, base, or liner. Additionally, it comes equipped with a built-in sharpener located on the opposite end for seamless usability.
The latest twist-up pencil eyeshadow formula has been enhanced to be creamier, more pigmented, and consistent in performance compared to the original Colour Stix, which displayed a wide range of effectiveness. However, I found that the Shadow Stix did not last exceptionally long on my skin; they often began to fade between six and seven hours, with some shades disappearing completely by the nine-hour mark. They perform significantly better when used atop a primer or set with powder, making them ideal for use as a base.
The creamy texture allows for a comfortable application experience on the eyelids, providing enough flexibility and blendability to work well with either fingertips or a brush for diffusing edges. Buffing and patting the edges for a seamless all-over lid color is remarkably simple, which is especially appealing given that many shades in the range are neutral tones.
For more ideas and inspiration, browse all of our ColourPop Shadow Stix swatches.
Elevate Your Look with ColourPop Midnight Hour Shadow Stix
ColourPop Midnight Hour Shadow Stix ($8.00 for 0.04 oz.) features a soft black shade that exhibits neutral-to-warm undertones with a matte finish. This versatile color is ideal for adding depth and dimension to your eye makeup. The pigmentation is semi-opaque in one stroke, allowing you to build the intensity as desired. Its lightly creamy texture ensures a smooth and comfortable application. While it applies fairly evenly, some users may find that the edges lack a seamless finish. The average wear time is around seven hours before creasing occurs, making it a solid choice for both day and night looks.
- Semi-opaque pigmentation in one stroke, somewhat buildable
- Lightly creamy, smooth, comfortable to apply
- Applied fairly evenly but edges weren’t seamless
- Average-wearing (7 hours before creasing)
FURTHER READING:
Explore the Formula Overview for essential insights into overall performance and characteristics, including scent.
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Detailed Formula Overview
$8.00/0.04 oz. – $200.00 Per Ounce
This highly-pigmented formula is praised for its long-lasting capabilities, making it suitable for use as a shadow, base, or liner. A built-in sharpener on the opposite end adds further convenience.
The updated twist-up pencil eyeshadow formula is creamier, more pigmented, and offers a more reliable performance compared to the previous Colour Stix line, which varied widely in quality. However, it’s worth noting that the Shadow Stix did not maintain their wear time on my skin; they typically began to fade after six to seven hours, with some shades nearly disappearing by nine hours. They performed better when layered over a primer or set with powder, enhancing their longevity as a base.
The creamy texture allows for a comfortable and easy application on the eyelids, offering enough flexibility and blendability to work well with either fingertips or a brush for diffusing edges. Achieving a seamless all-over lid color is remarkably simple, particularly because a significant portion of the shade range contains neutral tones.
For additional inspiration, browse all of our ColourPop Shadow Stix swatches.
