First off, let me just say that the Kaely 2in1 Cream Eye Shadow Sticks are a dream for anyone who loves quick, effortless makeup. The pearl shimmer shades are absolutely stunning and give that perfect pop of brightness to tired eyes. I used the Champagne Shimmer for a daytime look, and it blended like butter—no clumping or skipping!

However, not everything is rainbows and unicorns. The twist-up mechanism is a bit too loose, and I accidentally pushed up way too much product on my first try (RIP my bathroom counter). Also, while most shades lasted a solid 8 hours on my oily lids, the lighter colors like Pearl White did crease a bit by hour 4. Pro tip: set with translucent powder!

Where these sticks truly shine (pun intended) is their versatility. I used the Bronze Gold as both an eyeshadow and a soft eyeliner—the smudger end is genius for lazy girls like me. Plus, the waterproof claim holds up! I wore Desert Gold to a sweaty outdoor brunch, and it didn’t budge.

Would I repurchase? Absolutely—especially for travel. But if you hate cream formulas or have ultra-oily lids, maybe stick (ha!) to powders. P.S.: The Rose Shimmer makes a killer cheek highlighter in a pinch!