13 Best Cream Eyeshadows That Won't Crease or Smudge, Tested & Reviewed in 2023

Meet the cream eyeshadow that legit converted me. This sparkly little stick is beyond easy to apply (I swipe it over my lids super quickly and tap it in with my fingertips) and leaves me with the prettiest, slightly subtle finish that actually stays put all day.

• Shades: 27
• Finishes: Shimmer, matte, metallic

THE REVIEW: “They glide on really nicely and have a slightly flat applicator that helps with lining your eyes or using as a shadow,” one tester writes. “They smudge well with the fingers for a beautiful, quick, and easy finish.”

Anything that multitasks has my vote, and that includes this cheek, lip, and eye tint by Danessa Myricks, which comes in a super-wide range of matte, metallics, and high-shine finishes. It’s also ideal if you like to keep a paired-down makeup bag since it's an all-in-one product. Example: The Sweet Pink Matte shade (pictured) or Primary Red shade can work as your cream eyeshadow, liquid blush, and tinted lip gloss for a simple monochromatic makeup look.

• Shades: 39
• Finishes: Matte, metallic, high shine

THE REVIEW: “A little goes a long way to make a statement,” reads one review. “The formula is easy to apply on top of powder shadow or without, and it lasts all day with a primer through the most humid conditions.”

Say hello to one of my holy grail beauty products—this g-o-r-g-e-o-u-s sparkly cream-powder hybrid eyeshadow that looks even prettier when it hits the light. The shadow can be lightly applied to be as sheer as you like or built up for a more opaque look. The best part? The brand avoids using plastic glitter, which can be harmful to the environment and irritating for sensitive skin and instead uses an eco-friendly, clean alternative.

• Shades: 2 (*Original Disco, pictured here, is a “clear” sparkle; Summer Disco is a warm, burnt sienna sparkle)
• Finishes: Sparkly

THE REVIEW: “This is one of my favorite shadows now,” one tester writes. “It has a light, glittery, look, perfect for the evening. The more that is applied, the more glittery of an effect you get. It goes on smoothly and wears well.”

Two things about me: (1) I love multi-purpose beauty products and (2) I also love them to be inexpensive. That's why the cult-favorite Super Shock Shadow by ColourPop is one of the best cream eyeshadows on the market because it can be used as both a wash of color on your lids as well as a highlighter. Not to mention, it's less than 10 bucks.

• Shades: 24
• Finishes: Sparkle, chrome-like

THE REVIEW: “These shadows have made me get rid of several palettes I've used for years,” reads one review. “The color payoff is ridiculous—go look at some videos showing how these are used and I promise you will buy them all.”

If you want your eyes to have the bronziest, glowiest, most radiant look, you absolutely need to add this cream eyeshadow by Charlotte Tilbury to your cart rn. The shimmer isn't like other sparkly eyeshadows because of the fact it's so finely milled, it won't give you that chunk-y effect. Pair it with your favorite liquid blush and cream bronzer for a just got back from vacation, look.

• Shades: 8
• Finishes: Shimmer

THE REVIEW: "My absolute favorite eyeshadow," notes one reviewer. "It is so easy to apply, blends so easily, and you can build it up if needed. The shimmer is just enough and isn’t overwhelming. This color makes my green eyes really shine."

I'm not lying when I say this is the creamiest, most blendable eyeshadow I have ever tried, and it's my everyday brown shade. I start by applying it in the crease of my lid to create depth before layering on the rest of my shadows, and then I use it on my lower lash line for a bit of dimension. It blends like butter, trust.

• Shades: 10
• Finishes: Matte

THE REVIEW: “It’s a nice, soft, and smooth texture that glides on like silk,” writes one tester. “It is so easy to apply, so vibrant, and lasts all day without smearing,” adds another.

Streamline your makeup routine with this multitasking cream eyeshadow that comes in 16 different shades and two different finishes for less than the price of your cocktail. The stick applicator lets you wear the formula on your lids or your waterline, andddd not to mention, it's the same viral eye pencil that Alix Earle uses every single day (*adds to cart immediately).

• Shades: 16
• Finishes: Matte, shimmer

THE REVIEW: "It's creamy, spreads easily, it's a giant size, and it's perfect for the inside of my eyes," one reviewer writes."It's not small where I'd be poking myself in the eye like with a tiny sharp pencil. I love this and it's very affordable."

This is my newest favorite cream eyeshadow on the market. The beautiful shades vary from bronze-y gold shades to chrome-like green and blues so you really can go either way. Plus, the formula is super pigmented and super long-lasting, plus it's basically crease-proof. I'd say that basically checks all the boxes, amiright?

• Shades: 5
• Finishes: Shimmer, metallic

THE REVIEW: "The mousse formula is so light and creamy and can be spread so easily," one tester's review reads. "I also love how with two or three layers, it turns to an intense pigment!"

The best part about this cream eyeshadow—aside from the fact that it won’t smudge or crease—is that it's a stick formula, which makes for easy application. So if you’re a makeup beginner or simply refuse to spend more than 30 seconds on your eyeshadow (hi, same), you can just guide this cream eyeshadow stick over your lids and blend it with your fingertips.

• Shades: 23
• Finishes: Shimmer, matte, metallic

THE REVIEW: "I LOVE this shadow stick," notes one tester. "It blends so easily and doesn't crease all day. There isn't any fallout and the application is so easy. I use this shade just to define my crease for an everyday look and blend it out with a small brush or my fingers. So easy and creates a beautiful, pulled-together look in 30 seconds."

This creamy black eyeshadow is the key to creating the smokiest of smokey eyes. Buff it across your lids with a fluffy brush, then trace your lash line with an angled eyeliner brush. And, fun fact, it can be layer (and layered again) for the deepest of black shades.

• Shades: 21
• Finishes: Matte, satin

THE REVIEW: "This eye color is so easy to apply and the color payoff is amazing," one review reads. "I had been looking for a good shadow...and this is everything I was looking for. The edges blend easily, layering is easy, and it's all-around a great product!"

Consider this cream eyeshadow your new go-to for quick touch-ups. The silky formula goes on super subtly, ideal for your soft-glam makeup look. So feel free to dab it onto your lids while you’re commuting to happy hour or your next Hinge date without fear of going overboard.

• Shades: 9
• Finishes: Shimmer

THE REVIEW: "Gorgeous super soft eye makeup and it's easy to apply with my finger; I love it," writes one tester. "Great color, not too shimmery, but adds a little zhuzh!" adds another.

If you haven't heard of the MAC Pro Longwear Paint Pot, you have been 100 percent living under a rock. This cream eyeshadow is a holy grail product that's lasted for quite a while now in the beauty world due to it being the best eyeshadow primer on the market (s/o to my shade Painterly), and not to mention, it's not a pretty bad eyeshadow, either (s/o to the other 14 shades).

• Shades: 15
• Finishes: Matte, shimmer

THE REVIEW: "It wasn't until I tried the shade Painterly that the product's full potential was revealed," one review reads. "I now use that shade as my only eyelid primer. It creates a smooth base that hides any unwanted pigmentation or imperfections and helps all eyeshadow stick and is more vibrant."

Honestly, the fact that this long-wear cream eyeshadow is less than $10 and comes with a convenient little eyeshadow brush is pretty excellent. The drugstore formula comes in 12 shades, too, including this iridescent green.

• Shades: 12
• Finishes: Metallic, matte, pearl, and satin

THE REVIEW: "I have used this cream eyeshadow for years and have emptied the jar many times," one tester's review reads. "I adore the shades, they blend like a dream, smoke nicely, and never crease which is magic as everything else creases on me within moments of application."