i have the deep brown one....lentil something? i really love it for everyday. it's smooth and easy to apply...i don't have to mess with it and unlike my powder shadow's it doesn't drip little bits of color on my cheeks : )

i also bought the sharkskin but haven't used it much because it's such a dramatic dark grey...i do love it when it's on but haven't had the excuse to wear it alot.

There are mixed feelings concerning the Shadestick. Some love it and some, just don't care for it.

I for one, being in my fifties, I prefer to use the paint pots or paints as a base. I have found that using the paints/paint pots pulls on my eyelids much less than the shadestick. Using the shadestick, one tends to hold the eyelid to the side in order to get an even coverage; with the paints/paint pots you can use a concealer brush, less pull. Of course, this is a personal preference; I do not wish to add pre-mature wrinkles on my already wrinkled eyes, if you know what I mean. LOL

Of course, these are my feelings, being a MAC addict and all =D

Blessings

If you're looking for a great eye base, I would go for Urban Decay's Primer Potion -- it's neutral & will go with any color scheme you choose...that way, you don't have to have different colors for different looks.

I found I was a bit sensitive to something in the shadesticks, so it you've got skin allergies, test one first before putting it all over your eyelids. I do however love MAC's cream color bases. Having a solid color base really does make eyeshadows much more vibrant.

I also watched the you tube panacea vids using shadestick and loved the effect it gave so I took the plunge and brought the sharkskin one and for performance makeup it's awesome... I used it for my end of year concerts and it lasted the entire night (I sweat like a pig...never understood that saying since pigs don't sweat...but I digress;) and it was veryyyy esy to use...and I was nervous coz it can be quite strong...but use other shadows over, it can tone down the grey...works wonderfully! I recommend it! I also don't have to stretch the skin...depends on shape of eyes I guess..

If i were to get one, get MAC shadestick in Sharkskin. its a deep grey color that covers very well if need be

I have two shadesticks... One in Sharkskin and one in Beige-ing. I love them both! They make the powder shadows I put on top of them pop so nicely....