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Home » Eyes » Eyeshadow » The Magic Trio: Benefit Creaseless Cream Eyeshadow in Strut, Skinny Jeans and Birthday Suit

The Magic Trio: Benefit Creaseless Cream Eyeshadow in Strut, Skinny Jeans and Birthday Suit

June 14, 2010 Paris B 21 Comments

If ever I had a reader to blame for making me pick up yet another Benefit Creaseless Cream Eyeshadow, it would be you Anis! Thanks to Anis’ comment, I ran over to StrawberryNET.com to pick out Birthday Suit for US$13 during the sale that I told you about when I reviewed Strut.

Benefit Creaseless Cream Eyeshadow

It got here a while ago, but I didn’t do anything with it. Part of the reason is because it swatched a little darker than I expected on my skin. However, I liked the subtle shimmer it had. Its like “now you see it, now you don’t” which is very pretty.

I experimented one day using just cream shadows for the eyes and wowza! I loved the look! I used the 3 Benefit Creaseless Cream Eyeshadows I own – Strut, Skinny Jeans and Birthday Suit.

Just quickly, Birthday Suit is a neutral cream eyeshadow that swatches a little beige on my skin with very subtle shimmer. Like the other Benefit cream shadows, this one lasts all day long on me without creasing and without making my lids feel dry. It swipes like buttah!

Here’s a picture of how I used Birthday Suit with Strut and Skinny Jeans.

  • Apply Strut close to the lash line blended upwards
  • Apply Skinny Jeans on the lid and blend with Strut
  • Apply Birthday Suit on the inner corner and on the outer part of the lid, blending in the colours

I did a subtle wash of colour which looks way more intense and better in person than in pictures. Depending on how much of each colour you use, you can end up with a pretty smokey evening look or a fresh day look. I had lots of fun playing with this!

The other nice thing is that since these are cream shadows and long lasting on my lids, I used them a lot when I go out and about. These were the only eyeshadows I took on my trip to Singapore last weekend where I spent a lot of time walking and out in the sun. Lasted through my sweaty days hurrah!

Pros: Very Smooth, Lasts all day on my lids, Intense colour, Creaseless (!!)

Cons: Can be considered pricey unless you grab it during a sale, Glass bottles are heavy and bulky to travel with

I like using Birthday Suit by itself with just eyeliner and mascara. It has a great way of making the eyes look polished and yet you look natural. Its like you have makeup on… but you don’t. Awesome! 😀

I use my fingers to apply these cream shadows, but you can use a synthetic brush, if you prefer using brushes. I don’t think I’ll be getting anymore Benefit Creaseless Cream shadows for now because none of the other colours really grab me. But then, never say never! 😉

Do you have thoughts on these cream shadows? Do they work well for you too?

Paris B

Benefit Creaseless Cream Eyeshadows retail at about RM85 at Benefit Cosmetics’ counters or US$19 at benefitcosmetics.com. I get mine from StrawberryNET.com when they go on sale or from benefitcosmetics.com

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Paris B is a 40-something beauty and skincare enthusiast with a practical and very critical view of beauty products and the world of beauty. Her mission on My Women Stuff is to deliver clear, honest reviews and facilitate discussions about beauty trends and life, tempered with a healthy dose of humour. Let the buyer's remorse be ours not yours! When not testing the newest skincare creams and lotions, or playing with makeup, find her testing her culinary skills in the kitchen at Chez PB. Read more about us here or leave a comment below or connect with us on social media at Instagram, Facebook and Twitter!

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  1. domncroxd says

    June 14, 2010 at 3:45 pm

    Hi ParisB, it’s a great look! I’ve got Skinny Jeans as well and I really like the texture : ) Will probably get some more from StrawberryNet soon

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    • ParisB says

      June 14, 2010 at 3:47 pm

      Highly recommend you pair it with Birthday Suit – works great for those “no makeup” looks

      Reply
  2. Hsu Jen says

    June 14, 2010 at 4:44 pm

    Love how you manage to make it look so easy to use them! And you did your eyes up using only fingers? Not even with an eyeliner brush? How?? D:

    Btw, your blog has a knack for making me want to buy a lot of things! Recently invested in Guerlain Meteorites (miniatures) after reading your raving reviews and I love them!! Did a review in my blog and linked you because I referred to your post for some details. Hope you dont mind!! 🙂

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    • ParisB says

      June 14, 2010 at 4:50 pm

      Haha thanks and of course I don’t mind – thanks for letting me know 😀 As for lining, I use a pencil or liquid liner so no brushes were harmed in creating this look 😛 I use my fingers for my eyes most times because I’m lazy to clean brushes. Glad you are loving the Meteorites too!

      Reply
  3. xin says

    June 14, 2010 at 5:50 pm

    they do a really good combo on u! love your lightly-smoky eyes 😀

    Reply
    • ParisB says

      June 15, 2010 at 8:56 am

      Thanks Xin! Dead easy and fast which is what’s important in the mornings!

      Reply
  4. Isabel says

    June 14, 2010 at 9:51 pm

    I was just telling a friend today that I need to get a neutral/nude cream shadow to use as a base for my eye makeup. I’m off to strawberrynet!

    Reply
    • ParisB says

      June 15, 2010 at 8:57 am

      I hope you like this one then!

      Reply
  5. Connies says

    June 15, 2010 at 1:28 am

    that combo looks great! now you’re tempting me with birthday suit…. :p

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    • ParisB says

      June 15, 2010 at 8:58 am

      Eeps! Wait for sale. 😛 I think it might be discontinued – not sure

      Reply
  6. gio says

    June 15, 2010 at 2:07 am

    That’s a very pretty look. I really wanna try one of these eyeshadow but I don’t like the color selection, I wish it were more colorful 🙁

    Reply
    • ParisB says

      June 15, 2010 at 8:59 am

      Thank you Gio! I think these shadows are best in the “neutral” category. Their other colours are really boring!

      Reply
  7. rinnah says

    June 15, 2010 at 7:38 am

    Uh-oh… now I’m feeling a lemming to head over to StrawberryNet and find me some Benefit cream shadows! 🙂

    Reply
    • ParisB says

      June 15, 2010 at 8:59 am

      Hehe… wait for the next sale… unless you can’t wait for your colour to go on sale!

      Reply
  8. anis says

    June 15, 2010 at 10:55 am

    hey u actually got it! hehehe

    now i can go for strut n try the colour combi ;D

    Reply
    • ParisB says

      June 15, 2010 at 11:24 am

      Yup! Your fault 😛 hehe… Hope you like using the combi I used!

      Reply
  9. Fa says

    June 15, 2010 at 11:04 am

    you are truly evil. byebye money.

    Reply
    • ParisB says

      June 15, 2010 at 11:24 am

      *dons devil horns and grabs pitchfork*

      Reply
  10. ally says

    July 4, 2010 at 1:24 am

    I just bookmarked u, so i won’t miss this page, that looks so amazing on u, can u actually do a step by step and upload it as a step-by-step-picture? i only have strut, i just put the product on my lash line and blend, the product goes actually no where, coz it stays there, only glitters were moving upwards when i blend it. I did it quite fast though (b4 it really dried up)
    can i know do u apply ur skinny jeans using ur fingers? and strut using brush or something? i like how it looks kinda natural and not so dramatic on u..
    everytime i use my finger to dab the product and transfer on my lids, it seems too much. so how did u actually do it? blending the product?not quite get it bcoz it stays there immediately u put on ur skin..
    plz reply…)

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    • ParisB says

      July 4, 2010 at 10:05 am

      Yes I use my fingers for all colours. I start with Strut and then apply Skinny Jeans and blend the edges. Strut is quite dark so if you don’t have Skinny Jeans, try using another cream shadow that is lighter. It helps blend out the harsh edges of Strut. I use the tip of my finger, dab it on Strut and then apply. Using a lighter cream shadow to blend out the edges makes it look better.

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      • ally says

        July 4, 2010 at 10:23 pm

        wow, thanks! no wonder i didn’t get my result like yours. Thank u,I will practice =)

        Reply

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