Total Seduction Eyeshadow Stick

NARS Total Seduction Eyeshadow Stick is eyeshadow without the brushes: a creamy bullet you swipe straight onto the lid, blend with a fingertip, and leave alone. It goes on with strong colour and settles into a matte finish the brand says resists creasing all day. Eight shades span the range of skin tones, so one stick can carry a whole look.

What it actually does

• Instant colour, matte result. High-impact pigment on application that dries down matte rather than staying wet or tacky.
• Flexi-Lock Technology. NARS credits this for a cream that stays flexible as it wears — smooth to glide on, easy to blend, and buildable.
• Wear time of up to 16 hours, per the brand, with a transfer- and smudge-proof finish.
• Crease-resistant all day, which is the main reason to reach for a stick over a powder on oily lids.
• Consumer panel feedback, from an independently run panel of 30 people commissioned by NARS: 100% agreed it allowed enough working time before setting, 100% agreed it did not feel oily, 97% agreed it blended easily without tackiness, 94% agreed it applied evenly and built well, and 91% agreed one swipe delivered strong colour. Self-reported results.
• Ophthalmologist tested and non-irritating, as stated by the brand. Each stick holds 1.6 g (0.05 oz).

How to use

1. Draw it straight on the lid and blend the colour out with your fingertips.
2. Layer to intensify. Add cream or powder shadow on top if you want more depth.
3. Lighter to medium skin tones: sweep DON'T TOUCH or ADULTS ONLY across the whole lid, then soften the upper edge toward the crease with a fingertip.
4. Deep and medium-deep skin tones: use STRIP DOWN or OBLIVION across the lid and blend the edge upward the same way.
5. For a smoky eye, trace a deep shade along the lash line and diffuse it with the #25 Smudge Brush.

Is it right for you?

Questions

How long do I have to blend before it sets?

The formula is built to give you working time before it locks down — in the brand's panel, every one of the 30 people agreed there was room to finish the look before it set. Still, work one eye at a time rather than doing both at once.

Which shade should I start with?

NARS suggests DON'T TOUCH or ADULTS ONLY for light to medium skin tones, and STRIP DOWN or OBLIVION for deeper tones. Message us on WhatsApp if you'd like help narrowing it down.

Will it transfer onto my brow bone?

The brand lists it as transfer-proof and smudge-proof once set, with up to 16 hours of wear and resistance to creasing.

Can I use it with my powder shadows?

Yes — it works well as a base. Lay the stick down first, then press powder or cream shadow over the top to deepen the colour.

Delivery, payment and returns?

Delivery takes 3 to 21 working days, depending on availability. Payment is by credit card, debit card, Instapay and mobile wallets — no cash on delivery. Returns cover defective, damaged or expired items only, reported within 1 day of delivery, with the refund going to your original payment method within 15–30 days.