NUDESTIX Magnetic Matte Eye Color

Most Helpful Critical Review

Soft, Creamy, Opaque, Easy to Apply

This product is easy to apply - very smooth and even color. I've used it on my bare eyelids without any other product, as well as on top of concealer + powder and in both cases, it applied well. The color "terra" is much lighter in person than it appeared online. However, I did notice that it oxidi...zed and became a lot more orange after a couple hours. Although it applied very smoothly, it did "set" after application, so there were no issues with it smearing. This means you have to blend it as soon as you apply. It was also easy to remove with makeup remover oil. The product is a thick pencil, which comes in a black tin case with a removable lid. The lid has a mirror on the underside. There is also a sharpener (with its own cover) included in the case. You can attach the sharpener to the end of the pencil, however it does not fit into the case this way. I've sharpened it once so far, and it was a bit messy because the sharpened off pieces of product separates from the wood shavings and can make a mess. A self sharpening, twist up pencil would have been better. This is more expensive than other similar products. I think the case is unnecessary and maybe adds to the cost. I usually use this type of product when I want something quick, and I would probably reach for the Bobbi Brown and Laura Mercier versions instead because they don't need to be sharpened. I liked the matte, opaque color without the product being drying, and tended to use it on low-makeup days as it can brighten up/add definition to the eye area without creasing and being very easy to apply.