elf Cosmetics has really been stepping up their game in every aspect! They continue to put out supreme quality products that impress, while maintaining the drugstore price tag. Even when they copy high-end, you swear you are using a product that is much more expensive than it is. It is time to explore the elf No Budge Shadow Stick line. With this type of formula, there is always a concern that it will crease, and otherwise turn into a disaster in a hurry. I am swatching all of the shades, including a detailed review with two inspirational looks. Are these sticks the real deal? Keep reading to find out!
elf No Budge Shadow Sticks
Where to Buy elf No Budge Shadow Sticks
First, I am going to start with where you can buy elf No Budge Shadow. They are $5 each and available at elf Cosmetics, Ulta, Target, Amazon, and Walmart. Only elf carries the full 12 shade lineup.
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elf No Budge Shadow Stick Ingredients, Claims
Second are the elf No Budge Shadow Stick ingredients and claims. Below is the ingredient list:
Phenyl Trimethicone, Silica, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Polyethylene, Microcrystalline Wax (Cera Microcristallina), Phenoxyethanol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Caprylyl Glycol, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Glycerin, Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
These eyeshadows claim to have a buildable, long-wearing, high-pigment color in metallic hues. They should be creamy and blendable to apply easily without smearing or creasing. You can wear them alone or with your favorite eye color. The package features a twist-up crayon design, with a sharpener in the opposite end. You get 1.6 grams or 0.056 ounces of product.
elf No Budge Shadow Stick Colors
Third are the elf No Budge Shadow Stick colors. As you cans see by the shade names, each is inspired by a metallic element. I will warn you that the shade of the package does not perfectly match the shade that you will end up with on the eye! Outside of these 12 shades from their permanent line, they do offer limited edition shades, which I have swatched, used, and reviewed here on the blog. The Mint Melt collection offers three shades, while the Cookies ‘N Dreams collection brings us four.
- Rose Quartz
- Champagne Crystal
- Golden Goddess
- Copper Chic
- Magnetic Pull
- Rich Amethyst
- Midnight Sapphire
- Blue Steel
- Bronze Metal
- Metallic Mocha
- Rose Gold
- Perfect Pearl
Rose Quartz
Champagne Crystal
Golden Goddess
Copper Chic
Magnetic Pull
Rich Amethyst
Midnight Sapphire
Blue Steel
Bronze Metal
Metallic Mocha
Rose Gold
Perfect Pearl
elf No Budge Shadow Stick Swatches
Fourth are the elf No Budge Shadow Stick swatches! You can see that you get full-on color easily, and the shimmer and metallic properties are evident. They are so much more stunning and powerful than regular powder.
elf No Budge Shadow Stick Review
Next is my elf No Budge Shadow Stick review! I have so many good things to say here that you will think I am sponsored, but I am not! I really love this product collection and I have to gush about it.
For starters, this formula is incredibly creamy. It glides right over the skin without skipping, tugging, or pulling. The pigmentation is so strong that you hardly need to build up the color. You can easily achieve an eye look that is more vibrant than traditional eye color with these sticks.
I also love how you get enough time to work with these sticks before they set. You do not have to rush or feel pressured! You can blend these out with a brush or your fingers. Once these set down, they will not fade, crease, smudge, or move AT ALL for your entire day. Even after eight plus hours of wear, these look exactly how they did at time of application! How many times can you say that about eyeshadow, or any makeup product?
These are incredibly handy for when you are short on time. Seriously, you can pop one shade on the eyelid and be out the door. You can totally use multiple sticks in one look to do something like you would with an eyeshadow palette. You can even pair the sticks with regular eyeshadow. Additionally, these make for great eyeliners. The sky is the limit when it comes to your creativity! Honestly, these are amazing and such a breakthrough in the makeup world. elf needs to release many more shades.
elf No Budge Eyeshadow Looks
Next, I have two looks that will inspire you on how to use an elf Shadow Stick! These are my favorite ways to wear them.
Look 1: Sticks Only (Almost)
With this first look, I am showing my super quick, get out the door way to wear a stick. You can take any color that you want (here I am using Metallic Mocha), and apply it to the eyelid. Then, blend it up and into the crease with a blending eye brush. For extra oomph, you can apply the same stick along the lower lash line, and give that a nice blend. Here I also applied some powder bronzer into the crease to add definition. Then, I apply Perfect Pearl to the brow bone and inner corner to highlight. I finish the look by doing some quick eyeliner with Midnight Milkshake from the Cookies collection.
Look 2: Sticks Paired With Eyeshadow
This second look shows you how to incorporate a stick into a powder eyeshadow look. Here I am doing a classic eye look that is great with a red lip and for a special occasion. I am using a nude eyeshadow palette for the entire eye, but using the Champagne Crystal stick on the eyelid for a pop of metallic color that wears all day.
elf Shadow Stick Frequently Asked Questions – FAQs:
I am ending with some elf No Budge Shadow Sticks frequently asked questions:
Where can you buy elf No Budge Shadow Sticks?
You can buy elf No Budge Shadow Sticks at Walmart, Ulta, Amazon, Target, and from elf’s website.
How do you use elf No Budge Eyeshadow?
You can use elf No Budge Eyeshadow by applying the stick directly to your eye. From here, you can choose to blend it with your fingers or a brush. They also work well as eyeliner!
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Conclusion
In summary, you absolutely need these shadow sticks in your life! With my swatches and review, you can pick the best shades for you. However, you will have a hard time picking when they are all so beautiful, and work well. If you have had bad experiences in the past with stick eyeshadows, do not let that deter you from trying these affordable hues. The quality rivals high-end in every possible way. You will not walk away disappointed. Until next time, continue to let your true beauty shine.
Which shades will you be picking up?
One Response
I live in Australia and haven’t found any Target that stock them