The list of the best cream eyeshadows is carefully curated for my beautiful readers as I know how it can be sometimes painful while in a hurry to put the powder eyeshadows in place and get the desired results! Well, that's the game-changing part of the creamy ones as they are just like ready-to-cook instant noodles (pardon me for comparing my favorite makeup product with my favorite dish)! All they need is your firm finger and some blending skills, and ta-da, you are ready to go! Plus, the products are so creamy that you can literally glide them on your lid like a dream.

Let's not forget how pigmented and long-lasting these eyeshadows are, because I've tried and tested them myself, and approved them in my first use! Longevity? Check! Buildability? Check! Ease of application? Double check! You can also carry them along for emergency touch-ups, but trust me, you may not require one, considering their long-wearing formulas.

Our contributor Ghanima Abdullah, an experienced cosmetologist and beauty consultant, says, “Cream makeup, whether it’s blush, foundation or eyeshadow, is always more blendable. Cream products match the skin composition better than powders and liquids and allow the product to look as natural as possible.”

Drawing from my experience, beginners will be more elated to get this on their shelf, in addition to the busy bees who struggle in the morning to get everything in place! So, without wasting time any further, let's delve into the product recommendations —

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  Best Pigmented Formula

  Julep Eyeshadow 101

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Loaded with vitamin E, vitamin C, and candelilla wax, Julep eyeshadows have been my absolute favorite for providing much-needed care to my delicate skin, thereby ensuring top-notch results. Apart from caring for and protecting the most sensitive area of the face, it ensures great moisturization which results in great blendability as you work on your eyelid with this. Adding to that, the eyeshadow sticks effortlessly glide on your skin to offer you a top-notch finish that you only see on Pinterest!

Finish: Metallic

Shades available: 46

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Best Waterproof Formula

Revlon Crème Eyeshadow

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Revlon has been one of my favorites when it comes to cream eyeshadows. I remember purchasing my first cream eyeshadow from Revlon and immediately falling in love with it! With an array of shades and a couple of finishes, the highly pigmented formula stays put on your eyelid to deliver you the classy finish for 24 hours! Furthermore, the creamy texture glides smoothly on your lid which will make it way easier for you to apply the product while in a hurry!

Finish: Matte & shimmer

Shades available: 12

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Best Long-lasting Formula

FOCALLURE Cream Eyeshadow Sticks- Pack of 2

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The cream eyeshadow sticks offered by Focallure are not only my absolute favorite but also preferred by makeup professionals around the world. The credit goes to the super creamy formula and the packaging that ensures ease of application. Furthermore, it promises to deliver a pigmented formula that won't crease or budge with time. The best part? It remains on your lid for the longest possible time so that you are all set to slay during the day or night! 

Finish: Matte and shimmer

Available shades: 16

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Best Cruelty-free Formula

wet n wild Color Icon Cream Eyeshadow

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The cream eyeshadow is intensely pigmented and can be worn on not only eyelids but also cheeks and lips. Let me tell you my secret — I wear the champagne shade as a highlighter when in a hurry. The buildable formula allows you to go for an intense eye look while the creaminess offers an awesome blendability. Adding to that, enriched with argan oil, vitamin E, and virgin passion fruit seed oil, the creamy eyeshadow moisturizes your eyelids as you place it on them.

Finish: Matte and shimmer

Shades available: 16

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Best to Provide Smooth Finish

Maybelline New York Color Tattoo Cream Eyeshadow

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Maybelline’s cream eyeshadow is one of the most noteworthy purchases of my entire collection, let me tell you why! The tattoo cream, which stands true to its name, lasts for more than 24 hours while accentuating your eyes and resisting creases and smudges. The highly pigmented formula comes in various finishes so that you can opt for the ‘one’ as per your mood or the occasion. Furthermore, the creamy formula can be taken at your fingertips and applied on the lid in the most hassle-free manner.

Finish: Shimmer and matte

Shades available: 10

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Best to Fade Fine Lines

Oulac Shimmer Cream Eyeshadow

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Oulac eyeshadows come with a supremely nourishing formula that gives your eyes a defined look without causing any dryness. The highly blendable formula glides like a dream on your lids without any lag. Addedly, it comes in portable packaging that you can drop in any corner of your bag for quick application. And the best part is that it claims to last for 12 hours so you don't need any frequent touch-ups! Infused with shea butter, jojoba oil, and meadowfoam seed oil, it beautifully moisturizes your skin while replenishing it at the same time.

Finish: Shimmery

Shades available: 25

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Best Cruelty-free Formula

e.l.f. No Budge Cream Eyeshadow

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e.l.f., one of the favorite drugstore brands among beauty enthusiasts, comes with a 3-in-1 creamy eyeshadow that works as a primer, liner, and eyeshadow color at the same time. It offers a crease-resistant color that stays put on your eyelid for the longest possible time. The velvety formula offers further ease of blendability that won't crease or budge with time. Plus, e.l.f. has a good reputation among mindful beauty lovers for being vegan-friendly and cruelty-free!

Finish: Matte

Available shades: 8

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Best Long-lasting Formula

LAURA GELLER NEW YORK Dual-Ended Eyeshadow

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Laura Geller goes a step ahead and provides a cream eyeshadow in the form of a pencil, that too with dual ends. It provides you with a long-lasting finish with its highly pigmented formula, offering an eye-catching look. While the velvety formula offers a smooth look, the luxurious texture promises not to budge or crease for a beautiful appearance throughout the day. Adding to that, the travel-friendly design will allow you to go for any look you want.

Finish: Matte and shimmer 

Available shades: 5

9

Best Buildable Formula

IMAKEUPNOW Cream to Powder Eyeshadow Stick

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The cream-to-powder eyeshadow stick from IMAKEUPNOW is nothing but a revolutionary formula that offers great pigmentation that you will fall in love with! It not only brightens your eyes but also offers a great finish for the rest of the day. The matte cream eyeshadows of the range are excellent to wear daily for office and casual events. Furthermore, it sets in 30 seconds and resists smudge for 24 hours. How cool is that! 

Finish: Shimmer and matte

Available shades: 14

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Best Hypoallergenic Formula

LUXAZA Cream Eyeshadow Stick- Pack of 6

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Luxaza is already an established name when it comes to eyeshadow sticks! The brand offers a waterproof formula that makes the eyeshadows last longer than regular ones. Furthermore, its hypoallergenic formula is something that can be worn by sensitive skin beauties as well. Addedly, the portable size allows you to carry it along with you wherever you go for convenience and last-minute touch-ups. The best part? The blendable texture glides on your eyelid like a dream that you will adore!

Finish: Matte and shimmer

Available shades: 15

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CHARMACY Multichrome 2-in-1 Cream Eyeshadow Stick

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The cream-based eyeshadow from Charmacy offers a multichrome effect which is ideal for parties and special events. But the cream color also ensures that you get that look in the most hassle-free manner. The highlighter stick offers a smudge-proof formula along with a highly pigmented finish that lasts all day without creasing or smudging. Plus, the softness and richness deliver a beautiful combo that made me include the product in the list. 

Finish: Metallic

Available shades: 6

Now that you have checked out the products, take a look at how you can pick the best one among the lot—

Our contributor Ghanima Abdullah, who is an experienced cosmetologist, says, “Shimmery eyeshadows are more for special occasions and nights out. Matte eyeshadow is perfect for daytime use and wearing to the workplace.”

Here are the parameters to consider before picking the best cream eyeshadow - 

a) Formula- The formula you should pick depends a lot on your concerns. If you have sensitive skin, a dermatologically- tested or hypoallergenic formula would work best for you. On the other hand, if you are a mindful beauty lover, a vegan-friendly and cruelty-free formula is the right one!

b) Blendability- The cream formula you are choosing must offer high blendability in order to ensure the natural finish that you need out of your makeup product.

c) Finish- The finish you like depends on your personal preference. Creamy eyeshadows come in a variety of finishes, including matte, shimmer, glitter, and metallic finishes. For regular use, a matte one would work best. On the other hand, for subtle glam, a shimmer eyeshadow is what you need. Meanwhile, glitter eyeshadows are best for parties.

Now that you have checked how you can choose the best cream eyeshadows, take a look at how you can apply them to your eye makeup effortlessly—

Here's how you can do it—

Step 1: First things first, if you want a vibrant and long-lasting outcome out of your eyeshadows, let's not forget the priming part. You can either apply an eyeshadow primer or a concealer.

Step 2: Apply some loose powder with a fluffy brush to set the concealer, in case you are opting for it as a base.

Step 3: Depending on the color palette you are opting for, you can take an eyeshadow brush, and apply the cream eyeshadow from the same color palette in the crease. Colors with matte finish like brown, taupe, mauve, pink, coral, and nude go excellent as a transition or a crease shade.

Step 4: If you have shimmer or glitter cream eyeshadows, it is an excellent way to make your eyes vibrant with them by applying them all over the lids.

Step 5: Lastly, you can anytime set the cream eyeshadows with a powder shadow of the same color with the same finish to get the saturated effect out of your eye makeup.

Step 6: Apply coats of mascara or liner of your choice at last, to seal the deal.

Contributor: Ghanima Abdullah, Cosmetologist, The Right Hairstyles