We're pretty certain that the world is split into two types of people: ones able to flawlessly execute a seven-shade smokey eye with pigment-packed (albeit unforgiving) powders every time they pick up a palette, and ones that can't (hey, that's us). So, if you also missed out on the 'blessed in the blending department' gene, we cannot recommend creams enough. With no need for expensive brushes or elaborate blending, they're both entirely foolproof (they're practical) and just plain fabulous (they're pretty). Because while powders have their place, creams are absolute game-changers on the mornings when you have to get up and go (...to the couch for your next Zoom call), offering a super easy swipe and set application style. Got a clean finger and a cream shadow? That's your everyday eye look sorted. Without further ado, here are our absolute favourite formulas for crease-proof cream eyeshadow.
Welcome the new kids on the block! Yep, that’s right, the lazy girl’s answer to eyeshadow just got a matte makeover. Boasting an even creamier formula than the original shimmer sticks, these nine new shades blend like butter. Keep things simple with a single shade or play with a few different hues to create a custom look all your own.
If you were a fan of Charlotte Tilbury’s Eyes To Mesmerise classic cream eyeshadows ($44 at Charlotte Tilbury ) then boy, do we have great news for you. The A-list makeup artist just dropped a range of matte-finish cream shadows with the same rich pigment and buttery blendability. Personally, we’re coveting the shade ‘Chocolate Veil’ for its ability to be worn day or night with the mere swipe of a finger. Wear this long-lasting formula on its own or layer with a glitter eyeshadow to really make your eye look pop.
This long-lasting cream shadow stick is beloved by By Terry devotees for good reason (and we think this chocolate-chestnut colour has a lot to do with it).
Prefer a foiled finish? Australis Metallix Cream Eyeshadow offers both creamy bronze colour and covetable moisturising benefits (we see you, vitamin E).
We never met a built-in-brush we didn't like, but we still maintain this velvety blonde gold goes on best with a little warmth from fingers.
Worried about wear? Don't be. This fade-proof formula won't crease or flake for up to eight hours (in other words, the matte milk chocolate hue is here for the long haul).
If your complexion is on the lighter side (and you prefer paler taupes to rich tans) this concentrated cream colour is your ultimate lid neutraliser, perfect for delivering a low-key look.
With a unique jelly texture and a glitzy foil finish, NYX Professional Makeup Foil Play Cream Eyeshadow is a sheeny copper eyeshadow that's tricky to pin down as anything other than positively glorious.
It may look like a liquid, but its buttery blend glides like a cream, melding instantly with your lid to ensure transfer-free gilded gold colour.
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