Stash ~ Greasepaint Sticks & Shadesticks [M.A.C.]

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Now I’m on a kick with swatches, so here’s the next installment. This time around I’m featuring two similar products for the eyes that are multi-purpose as bases, liners and shadows.

The Greasepaint Stick made it’s debut this past fall with the release of MAC’s Style Black collection. It was released in a single colour that didn’t have a name, but matched the rest of the collection by being an intense black with a slight purple shimmer undertone. Shortly afterwards, the DSquared collection saw the release of two more colours, V (purple) and B (blue). Unfortunately, all three were limited edition.

Greasepaint Stick:
A smooth and creamy black eye crayon with an opalescent sparkle finish specially formulated for maximum drama. Easily provides ultra-high-level coverage. Versatile. Use as a soft but intense liner or blend out to create a smoke-like shadow. Long-wearing. Transfer and water-resistant. Limited edition.

- maccosmetics.com.au

Shadesticks have been around for quite some time, but like so many other products they have been scaled back in recent months. Neutral shades can still be found in stores and online, but the bold, bright colours were retired as the Paint Pots rolled out as the newest, must-have eye product.

Shadestick:
A smooth and silky, rich and creamy eye shadow delivered in a sophisticated stick-style format. Provides rich gem-style colour overlaid by soft semi-precious finishes of shine. Glides on: works as a shadow – or a liner. Builds up coverage from sheer: colour always looks fabulous. More than an eye shadow. Total I-impact.- maccosmetics.ca

Only time will tell if the gp/s will be a true replacement for the s/s. They are definitely two very different formulas, but it would be fantastic to see a release of some brighter bases that will remain in the permanent line.