L'Oreal Paris Le Shadow Stick Cream Eyeshadow — Midnight Noir (290), Smudge-Resistant Retractable Stick

L'Oreal Paris Le Shadow Stick in 290 Midnight Noir is a creamy, smudge‑resistant eyeshadow stick that glides on for buildable, blendable smokey-eye color.

Designed for quick, professional-looking eye makeup, this retractable stick delivers rich pigment and a smooth finish without creasing or excessive transfer. The formula combines a soft, glide-on texture with long-wear performance so you can layer, blend, or define with a fingertip or brush. Midnight Noir is a deep, true black with rich payoff ideal for dramatic liners, smoked lids, and intense crease definition.

How will this stick simplify my morning routine?

Application is fast and intuitive: swipe the stick directly on the lid and blend with your finger or a brush. The creamy texture spreads evenly so you can create a quick wash of color or build intense depth without tugging the skin. It’s also retractable, eliminating sharpening and saving time.

• Swipe-on formula for one-step eyelid coverage
• Blendable cream consistency for fast diffusing
• Retractable stick keeps application mess-free
• Works as liner, base, or full lid color

Will it stay put through the day and resist smudging?

The Le Shadow Stick is formulated to be transfer- and smudge-resistant once set, offering long-lasting wear on most skin types. While it’s blendable at first, it firms up to reduce creasing and migration across the lid. For extended hold, pair with a powder or a primer.

• Smudge-resistant finish for multi-hour wear
• Crease-minimizing formula suited to daily wear
• Layerable—won’t cake when built up carefully
• Performs well alone or under eyeshadow powder

How do I create different looks with Midnight Noir?

Midnight Noir is versatile: use a thin swipe for a soft smoked liner, a heavier application for a dramatic smokey lid, or blend it out as a base for powder shadows. It complements matte, shimmer and metallic finishes and plays well with lighter shades for gradient effects. Precision along the lash line creates depth while smudging produces a lived-in, smoky vibe.

• Thin line + smudge = soft smoky eyeliner
• Full lid layer = intense matte black base
• Blend under powder shadows for amplified color
• Use at the lash line to define and thicken appearance

What skin tones and eye looks suit this shade?

Midnight Noir is a deep, neutral black designed to flatter a wide range of skin tones and eye colors. It creates contrast for lighter eyes and enhances depth for darker eyes, making it a universal shade in smokey palettes. Because it blends smoothly, it adapts to both subtle daytime looks and bold evening makeup.

• Universally flattering deep black shade
• Suitable for all eye colors and many skin tones
• Mixes well with warm or cool color families
• Ideal for both soft and dramatic finishes

Who is this for? Makeup lovers who want a dependable, travel-friendly tool for quick smokey eyes, liners, and cream bases will appreciate L'Oreal Paris Le Shadow Stick in 290 Midnight Noir. It’s aimed at anyone who values pigment, portability, and easy blending—beginner to pro—looking for a crease-resistant, buildable black that performs alone or as part of layered eye looks.

Key features:

• Rich, creamy pigment that glides on evenly
• Buildable, blendable formula for multiple looks
• Smudge- and transfer-resistant performance
• Available in matte, metallic, and shimmer variations
• Retractable stick for no-sharpen convenience

How to use: Apply directly to the eyelid, blend with a fingertip or brush, and layer to intensify. Use alone for a minimalist look or under powder eyeshadows for longer-lasting color.

Ingredients

G2004869 - INGREDIENTS: AQUA / WATER / EAU • BUTYLENE GLYCOL • SYNTHETIC FLUORPHLOGOPITE • SODIUM STEARATE • SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE • GLYCERIN • DIMETHICONE • SORBITAN STEARATE • CALCIUM SODIUM BOROSILICATE • SILICA SILYLATE [NANO] / SILICA SILYLATE • PHENOXYETHANOL • SILICA • HYDROXYETHYLCELLULOSE • SODIUM HYDROXIDE • CITRIC ACID • TIN OXIDE • SODIUM PHOSPHATE • DISODIUM PHOSPHATE • POLYSORBATE 60 ● [+/- MAY CONTAIN: MICA • CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499 / IRON OXIDES • CI 77891 / TITANIUM DIOXIDE • CI 77163 / BISMUTH OXYCHLORIDE • CI 77007 / ULTRAMARINES]. (F.I.L. N70041208/2).