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May 22, 2008, 12:28 pm
Okay, so all of you enviro-friendly babes will like the re-fillable packaging (as did I) but it's not all that durable and you may end up having to buy another one sooner than you think. The colors are pretty and soft, but the residue is murder; it strays everywhere and is tough to get off. If you can keep it on your lids, it's actually quite pretty and true to the colors you see in the pan. May 22, 2008, 12:28 pm
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February 20, 2008, 6:20 am
Oh my, I love Kitten eyeshadow. I don't use it often, but every time I pick it up I wonder why? (I know exactly why, actually: because I have more eyeshadows than the Estee Lauder factory!)
Kitten is so lovely and shimmery and soft. It's a nice benign shade that would work on just about everyone: it's a soft, soft peachy beige. The shimmer is also nice, because it's soft- not glittery.
Kitten is a great all-over shade, perfect base if you want to dilute darker colors placed on top of it, and a fantastic brightener for days when you need a hit of light in the eye area.
All around a great color I love to curl up next to. Two stars come off because I resent having to buy a palette for one shadow. February 20, 2008, 6:20 am
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February 17, 2008, 4:44 pm
I have tried eyeshadow brand after eyeshadow and haven't found anything that is better for me. Many of the colors are great for me (fair, blond, blue-eyed) and this shadow stays put after hours of use.
Some of the good points:
This glides on very smoothly and blends easily (assuming use of a good brush).
I love the shimmer in many of their colors. I am not much for matte shadows in general - they tend to look muddy on me, and the shimmer in these shadows is very fine. I think they make my eyes noticably brighter.
The overall effect of these shadows is sophisticated and beautiful without being too boring. Colors are multidimensional, which makes them even prettier. I have used other expensive brands that do not have colors that go on so beautifully.
This shadow, of the many I have tried, stays on the longest. I get the tiniest amount of creasing in the crease of my eyelid after about 4-5 hours, which I easily blend away if I am out. Most other shadows I use crease fairly quickly and in a greater amount, even brands that are far more expensive.
It is true that you either have to buy - for an additional $2 - a case to hold the pan, or if you want multiple pans, a compact holding 4 for $14. This is a bit expensive. I went for the compact of four and have filled it with my favorite shades and I love that aspect of it, despite the cost. I also have some of their special edition eyeshadows which come in a variety of cases already. Media Darling from 2003 was a great one with 4 shadows. Each season they tend to offer a more cost-effective option if that is what you are looking for.
Look for Kitten, which is the best universally flattering basic colored shimmer (love it!!).
Only con: be careful during travel - the compact does not necessarily protect the shadows from crumbling when tossed around on airlines. February 17, 2008, 4:44 pm
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February 15, 2008, 8:34 am
This is the best eyeshadow on the market! I was shocked when I read the review from the editor of this website, b/c I have had nothing but GREAT experiences with this formula. The shadows are so soft, almost creamy and silky and blend effortlessly! If you want them to wear longer or protect against creasing, just use an eyeshadow base (urban decay and benefit have good ones). But the colors and the texture are UNMATCHED. I love being able to create my own color palette with these. Colors that I love: Kitten, Moonlight, Viola, Barefoot, Jezebel. February 15, 2008, 8:34 am
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July 16, 2008, 2:53 am
I only have one color of the Stila eyeshadow so far and it's called "Ray", a shimmery bronzy -orange color. Looks great with my skin tone and I wear it almost every day. On my somewhat oily lids, wearing this shadow without primer lasts about 5 hrs and with primer it lasts almost all day.
I like the texture of this eyeshadow and it's very easy to blend. I'm planning on purchasing more colors from this brand this coming weekend,. July 16, 2008, 2:53 am
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March 11, 2008, 6:43 am
And you know what I mean. I am 33, and when I leave with Kitten on my lower lids, I am adorable!! When I come home, I am atrocious, and have aged 10 yrs. Not to mention it looks like I have been at my niece's pre-school making glitter posters all day with my face. Not for those over 25! Unless you have never smoked, always worn sunscreen, and slept upside down since you were 20. March 11, 2008, 6:43 am
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November 26, 2007, 7:37 pm
I love the blending ability of these eyeshadows and the colors (as everyone knows, Kitten rocks). I have to agree with the editor review though in that buying another container is annoying (I feel nickel and dimed). I also want to mention that because of the fine texture of these shadows, they have a tendency to crumble if you travel with them and aren't careful. November 26, 2007, 7:37 pm
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March 31, 2008, 2:58 pm
I love cosmetics companies that let you create your own shadow palettes! Still has an amazing range of colors you can use to create your own compact. Two of the matte shades, chinois (an off-white) and bouquet (a very pale pink) work well as a nude shadow to hide any lid discoloration or as a base to wear brighter colors over. March 31, 2008, 2:58 pm
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