I seem to be attracted to makeup that comes in the form of a crayon & these Laura Mercier Caviar Eyeshadow Sticks called my name. This set of 4 mini ones were a Christmas release in Space.NK and I’m so glad I treated myself to them as I’ve used them so much. They are perfect for those of us that like to get ready quickly but still look put together.
What I like most about these is their effortless application, one swipe across your lids and a little blend with your finger & you’re ready to go. They apply a really good even amount of colour. If you wanted to spend a little more time you can put down a little more colour or combine a couple of the shades and blend out the edges with a brush. These are all very pigmented and the shades I have are very pretty & wearable. They all have a slight metallic finish to them but nothing too glitzy. These twist up so no need to sharpen and they’re handy for travel. Cream shadows are my go-to eye look when I’m in a time crunch.
If you have oily lids or if eyeshadow usually creases on you then these will be your new best friend as they glide across your lids without tugging, their creamy consistency means they’re easy to blend then they dry and don’t budge. When I initially swatched these in the store they were on my hand until the next morning despite washing my hands several times. They stay all day without transferring, creasing or fading, that’s got to be all anyone wants form their eyeshadow, right? You can also use these as a base/primer and apply your regular powder shadows over the top for a more dramatic look but I mostly wear these by themselves as the colours are pigmented.
L-R RoseGold //Amethyst // Pink Opal // Sugar Frost.
Rosegold is a stunning peachy copper colour and looks perfect worn all over the lid, it is a really pretty shade. The colour pay off is opaque in one swipe.
Amethyst is a deep taupe with a touch of shimmer. This is my most used shade out of the four. Its great for day or night and just gives your lids a lovely wash of colour. It has a metallic finish & is also pretty paired with Pink Opal
Pink Opal is a frosty pink and looks lovely. I found this shade was a little harder than the others to blend but it still looks nice on & is a great inner corner highlight. It is the least pigmented but is subtle and gives your eyes a touch of brightness.
Sugar Frost is a golden champagne shade with lots of glitz, this is the shade I wear the least but I think this would be a pretty colour for a night out. If you apply this in too much of a rush it can look a little patchy but if you spend a moment to blend it before it dries you get an even distribution of colour.
I think Amethyst and Rosegold are my two favourite shades and I think they wear the best and apply effortlessly on my lids. If you have time to apply a primer under these they will sit a little better on your eyelids. Being a little older my eyelids have some wrinkles so I do always apply a primer. It makes my shadows sit better & wear longer.
Let me know if you have tried any of these Caviar Sticks & what shade is your favourite.
All four of these are in their permanent collection and available full size. I will be buying a few more of these as they have 18 to pick from ranging from smoking grey to gorgeous mint greens. Full size these are £20.50 and available from SPACE.NK
These are beautiful! Super jealous!
Stephanie
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OH MY! These are stunning! I love the colors! I can’t believe the wear on them is so long lasting, usually sticks and creams aren’t THAT long! Sounds awesome.
These sticks look really easy to use and the shades are so gorgeous! I would love to try one of them 🙂
Kisses, Kali
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Wow, they are soooo pretty. I have a bit of a love/hate relationship with crayon eyeshadows but this look so good, I may have to give them a try.
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I have amethyst which I received as part of a gift set… its a great on color smokey eye option! They are so soft and blendable! I want to get more colors of these!
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That Amethyst shade is beautiful, I love anything in crayon form as well!
I completely agree – there is something so appealing about make up in crayons! These look beautiful – the amethyst is a lovely shade.
Beccy // Bluebell & Bumpkin
I love the look of Pink Opal, such a pretty shade! I definitely agree that there is some odd draw to crayon make-up 🙂
Jess xo
I got this set too!! The only one I liked was amethyst and that one is really good!! I found the two lighter colours to be patchy and crusty-they just didnt work for me at all. I have heard the darker shades are the better performers in this range
Stacey Expat Make-Up Addict xx
I really like eyeshadow crayons i love how quick and easy they are and these are such gorgeous colours!
xx
These look gorgeous! Eyeshadow sticks seem to be everywhere at the moment, I’m really gonna have to pick some up and try for myself.
Catherine, xo // Lady Liquor
These colours are so striking and pigmented. I don’t have many cream eyeshadows and want to add some more to my stash for summer xx