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Not all cardio machines are created equal.Once upon a time, I dreamt of becoming a world-famous celebrity makeup artist, made possible by the hours of complicated YouTube tutorials I’d watch. I’ve come to terms with the fact that that probably isn’t in the cards—but that hasn’t stopped me from loving a daily routine and always experimenting with new looks. In my adult years, I’ve pivoted toward easy-to-use products and simple hacks that deliver effortless, looks-professionally-done glam—like the Bobbi Brown gift set of mascara and five cream eyeshadows I recently discovered.

Admittedly, I was skeptical at first, given that my past experiences with cream eyeshadows have been underwhelming. Many of the ones I’ve tried need multiple layers to build up pigmentation, are tough to blend, or crease by midday. As it turns out, I’m not alone in my initial hesitation—professional makeup artist Molly Geiger says that many people share my concerns about cream shadows. But with the right formula, she says they’re actually easier to use (and often more effective) than powders.

As compared to powders, cream eyeshadows offer better adhesion and longevity without the annoyance of fall-out, Geiger says. “Bobbi Brown’s cream shadow formula is beautiful—crease-resistant and ultra-pigmented, it’s quick to apply and lasts all day.” With this in mind, I unboxed my new Bobbi Brown Eyes All Aglow Long-Wear Cream Shadow Stick Set with a hint of my past makeup-artist aspirations—and I can officially say I’m sold. Here’s my review, and why I want everyone I know and love to snag their own set while it’s 40 percent off through the end of November.

My review of the Bobbi Brown gift set

This set absolutely delivers in terms of results. The combination of the cream eyeshadows and the lashes-for-days mascara makes it a super useful (and cost-effective) addition to my morning and nighttime makeup routines. For effortless everyday vibes, I gravitate toward the matte shades—and the shimmer and multi-chrome shades make for the simplest transition to more festive evening activities.

Plus, Geiger is right about the formula—this stuff is long-lasting. I don’t need to reapply throughout the day (even when I don’t use a setting powder), and I haven’t experienced any creasing or product transfer. Bonus: It feels barely-there on my eyelids.

As for the mascara? It’s my new BFF. The formula is both lengthening and volumizing, and whether I apply a single coat or build up to three, there’s no clumping in sight. When layered together, these products create a low-effort eye makeup look that’s anything but basic, offering all the impact with none of the hassle.

How to apply the Bobbi Brown cream eyeshadows

With my celeb makeup artist dreams fully reignited, I cou