What to look for in a makeup stick

Makeup sticks offer quick, versatile application for on-the-go beauty routines—here’s what to keep in mind when choosing one.

1. Formula and Finish

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Consider whether you want a matte, dewy, or satin finish, and choose a formula that suits your skin type. Creamy formulas blend easily and work well for dry or normal skin, while matte formulas may be better for oily skin.

2. Multi-Use Versatility

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Some makeup sticks are designed for use on cheeks, lips, and eyes, while others are specialized. Decide if you want an all-in-one product or one that targets a specific area.

3. Shade Range

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Look for brands that offer a wide variety of shades to match your complexion or desired look. A good shade match ensures natural-looking results.

4. Blendability and Wear Time

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Check reviews or product claims about how easily the stick blends into the skin and how long it lasts without fading or creasing. Long-wear formulas are ideal for busy days.

  1. 1
    Skin Foundation Stick

    Bobbi Brown

    1,586 REVIEWS
    BestSeller
    Designed to look and feel like skin, this award-winning foundation is formulated with a unique transparent base and skin tone correct pigments for the most natural-looking, skin-like finish.
  2. 2
    Secret Camouflage Concealer Duo Stick
    1,498 REVIEWS
    A 2-in-1 all-over face and under-eye concealer duo that instantly erases imperfections and brightens the under-eye for perfected, beautiful looking skin.
  3. 3
    Traceless Soft Matte Concealer
    893 REVIEWS
    Skincare-infused concealer stick designed to hydrate skin with buildable coverage.
  4. 4
    Caviar Stick Matte Eye Shadow
    805 REVIEWS
    BestSeller
    A 24-hour long-wear, cream, matte eyeshadow stick that effortlessly glides, blends and builds on lids without tugging, flaking or creasing.
  5. 5
    Quickliner For Eyes Intense
    5,060 REVIEWS
    All the intensity of liquid liner in a richly pigmented, automatic pencil.
  6. 6
    Quickliner For Eyes Eyeliner
    4,229 REVIEWS
    Twists up. Glides on. Smudges to a smooth blur of transfer-resistant colour. Needs no sharpening.
  7. 7
    Lip Color Matte Lipstick
    1,496 REVIEWS
    Ultra-pigmented with a matte finish, this lipstick delivers rich color. 
  8. 8
    Confession Ultra Slim High Intensity Refillable Lipstick
    99 REVIEWS
    Each ultra slim refillable lipstick delivers saturated, longwearing color with a satin finish.
  9. 9
    Eye Brightener Pencil

    Trish McEvoy

    45 REVIEWS
  10. 10
    Phyto-Rouge Shine Refill

    Sisley Paris

    20 REVIEWS
    Hydrating and plumping lip balm

What to look for in a makeup stick

Makeup sticks offer quick, versatile application for on-the-go beauty routines—here’s what to keep in mind when choosing one.

1. Formula and Finish

Citrus catapult arrow

Consider whether you want a matte, dewy, or satin finish, and choose a formula that suits your skin type. Creamy formulas blend easily and work well for dry or normal skin, while matte formulas may be better for oily skin.

2. Multi-Use Versatility

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Some makeup sticks are designed for use on cheeks, lips, and eyes, while others are specialized. Decide if you want an all-in-one product or one that targets a specific area.

3. Shade Range

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Look for brands that offer a wide variety of shades to match your complexion or desired look. A good shade match ensures natural-looking results.

4. Blendability and Wear Time

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Check reviews or product claims about how easily the stick blends into the skin and how long it lasts without fading or creasing. Long-wear formulas are ideal for busy days.