NABLA Beige, Midnight Blue, Maroon, Ivory Cupid's Arrow Stylos Reviews & Swatches
Beige
NABLA Cosmetics Beige Cupid’s Arrow Longwear Stylo ($18.00 for 0.03 oz.) is a medium, reddish-brown with moderate, warm undertones and a matte finish.
- Nearly opaque pigmentation in one stroke
- Smooth, emollient texture allowed for glide-on application without tugging
- Dried down in 5 to 10 seconds, need to work quickly if blending/diffusing edges
- Long-wearing (8 hours before fading/creasing)
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Dose of Colors Foxy (PiP, ) is warmer (95% similar).
- ColourPop Shooting Star (PiP, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar).
- Sephora Branch (PiP, ) is warmer (95% similar).
- Urban Decay WTF (LE, $19.00) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Check Please (P, $6.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- Too Faced Peach Cobbler (PiP, $16.00) is warmer (95% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Downtown (LE, ) is warmer (95% similar).
- Viseart Brioche (Spritz) (LE, ) is warmer (95% similar).
- KKW Beauty Family (PiP, ) is warmer (95% similar).
- Makeup by Mario Master Mattes #7 (PiP, ) is lighter, warmer (95% similar).
Formula Overview
$18.00/0.03 oz. - $600.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to be "long-lasting, rich, and creamy" with "immediate full color pay-off" that is "extremely easy to use and to blend." There is also a built-in sharpener. They are a cross between a more traditional eye crayon and an eyeliner, so the point and thickness of the pencil was smaller and finer than a crayon but more substantial than an eyeliner.
They had a consistency that was smooth, comfortable, and creamy, which ensured they applied fluidly across skin and the curvature of the lid without dragging or pulling on skin. It also resulted in more even coverage for most shades, and the coverage was typically semi-opaque to opaque and buildable.
The formula was blendable initially but was still on the quicker side to dry down--more like an eyeliner than a cream eyeshadow in that respect--but by working one eye at a time and blending as it was applied, a more diffused edge was doable. Most shades wore well for eight to nine hours before thinning/fading as eyeliner or creasing as eyeshadow.
Browse all of our NABLA Cosmetics Cupid's Arrow Longwear Stylo swatches.
Ingredients
dimethicone, trimethylsiloxysilicate, synthetic wax, polymethylsilsesquioxane, caprylyl methicone, octyldodecanol, polyethylene, stearoxymethicone/dimethicone copolymer, mica, polyhydroxystearic acid, lecithin, disteardimonium hectorite, tocopherol, dicalcium phosphate, propylene carbonate, ascorbyl palmitate, citric acid. +/− (may contain / peut contenir): ci 77891 (titanium dioxide), ci 77491 - ci 77492 (iron oxides), ci 77007 (ultramarines).
Disclaimer: Ingredient lists are as available by the brand (or retailer) at the time of publishing. Please always check product packaging, if it exists, for the ingredient list applicable to the product you're purchasing, or the brand or retailer's website for the most up-to-date ingredient list.
Beige
PPermanent. $18.00.
Midnight Blue
NABLA Cosmetics Midnight Blue Cupid’s Arrow Longwear Stylo ($18.00 for 0.03 oz.) is a rich, navy blue with strong, cool undertones and a matte finish.
- Semi-opaque pigmentation, somewhat buildable
- Smooth, emollient texture allowed for glide-on application without tugging
- Could have built up more evenly
- Dried down in 5 to 10 seconds, need to work quickly if blending/diffusing edges
- Long-wearing (8 hours before fading/creasing)
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- NARS Darklight (P, $24.00) is cooler (95% similar).
- Maybelline Striking Navy (P, $9.99) is lighter, warmer (95% similar).
- Sephora Endless Night (62) (P, $11.00) is cooler (95% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury Super Blue (Matte) (PiP, ) is darker (95% similar).
- NARS Park Avenue (P, $24.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Marc Jacobs Beauty Over(night) (P, $25.00) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Haus Labs Navy Matte (P, $22.00) is darker (90% similar).
- MAC Can You Chill (LE, $16.00) is more shimmery, cooler, glossier (90% similar).
- Moira Navy (P, $5.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- About Face Blue is the New Black (P, $13.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$18.00/0.03 oz. - $600.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to be "long-lasting, rich, and creamy" with "immediate full color pay-off" that is "extremely easy to use and to blend." There is also a built-in sharpener. They are a cross between a more traditional eye crayon and an eyeliner, so the point and thickness of the pencil was smaller and finer than a crayon but more substantial than an eyeliner.
They had a consistency that was smooth, comfortable, and creamy, which ensured they applied fluidly across skin and the curvature of the lid without dragging or pulling on skin. It also resulted in more even coverage for most shades, and the coverage was typically semi-opaque to opaque and buildable.
The formula was blendable initially but was still on the quicker side to dry down--more like an eyeliner than a cream eyeshadow in that respect--but by working one eye at a time and blending as it was applied, a more diffused edge was doable. Most shades wore well for eight to nine hours before thinning/fading as eyeliner or creasing as eyeshadow.
Browse all of our NABLA Cosmetics Cupid's Arrow Longwear Stylo swatches.
Ingredients
dimethicone, synthetic wax, polymethylsilsesquioxane, lauroyl lysine, mica, diisostearyl malate, octyldodecanol, isodecyl neopentanoate, polyhydroxystearic acid, disteardimonium hectorite, propylene carbonate, lecithin, tocopherol, ascorbyl palmitate, dicalcium phosphate, citric acid. +/− (may contain / peut contenir): ci 77891 (titanium dioxide), ci 77499 (iron oxides), ci 77007 (ultramarines), ci 77510 (ferric ammonium ferrocyanide), ci 15850 (red 7).
Disclaimer: Ingredient lists are as available by the brand (or retailer) at the time of publishing. Please always check product packaging, if it exists, for the ingredient list applicable to the product you're purchasing, or the brand or retailer's website for the most up-to-date ingredient list.
Midnight Blue
PPermanent. $18.00.
Maroon
NABLA Cosmetics Maroon Cupid’s Arrow Longwear Stylo ($18.00 for 0.03 oz.) is a darker, reddish-brown with warm undertones and a matte finish.
- Nearly opaque pigmentation in one stroke
- Smooth, emollient texture allowed for glide-on application without tugging
- Dried down in 5 to 10 seconds, need to work quickly if blending/diffusing edges
- Long-wearing (8 hours before fading/creasing)
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Charlotte Tilbury Copper Charge (Matte) (PiP, ) is warmer (95% similar).
- MAC Nudge Nudge Ink Ink (P, $23.00) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
- ColourPop Flame (LE, $7.00) is lighter, brighter (80% similar).
Formula Overview
$18.00/0.03 oz. - $600.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to be "long-lasting, rich, and creamy" with "immediate full color pay-off" that is "extremely easy to use and to blend." There is also a built-in sharpener. They are a cross between a more traditional eye crayon and an eyeliner, so the point and thickness of the pencil was smaller and finer than a crayon but more substantial than an eyeliner.
They had a consistency that was smooth, comfortable, and creamy, which ensured they applied fluidly across skin and the curvature of the lid without dragging or pulling on skin. It also resulted in more even coverage for most shades, and the coverage was typically semi-opaque to opaque and buildable.
The formula was blendable initially but was still on the quicker side to dry down--more like an eyeliner than a cream eyeshadow in that respect--but by working one eye at a time and blending as it was applied, a more diffused edge was doable. Most shades wore well for eight to nine hours before thinning/fading as eyeliner or creasing as eyeshadow.
Browse all of our NABLA Cosmetics Cupid's Arrow Longwear Stylo swatches.
Ingredients
dimethicone, synthetic wax, polymethylsilsesquioxane, lauroyl lysine, mica, diisostearyl malate, octyldodecanol, isodecyl neopentanoate, polyhydroxystearic acid, disteardimonium hectorite, propylene carbonate, lecithin, tocopherol, ascorbyl palmitate, dicalcium phosphate, citric acid. +/− (may contain / peut contenir): ci 77891 (titanium dioxide), ci 77499 (iron oxides), ci 77007 (ultramarines), ci 77510 (ferric ammonium ferrocyanide), ci 15850 (red 7).
Disclaimer: Ingredient lists are as available by the brand (or retailer) at the time of publishing. Please always check product packaging, if it exists, for the ingredient list applicable to the product you're purchasing, or the brand or retailer's website for the most up-to-date ingredient list.
Maroon
PPermanent. $18.00.
Ivory
NABLA Cosmetics Ivory Cupid’s Arrow Longwear Stylo ($18.00 for 0.03 oz.) is a light beige with subtle, warm yellowish undertones and a matte finish.
- Semi-opaque pigmentation in one stroke
- Smooth, emollient texture allowed for glide-on application without tugging
- Could have applied and built up more evenly
- Dried down in 5 to 10 seconds, need to work quickly if blending/diffusing edges
- Long-wearing (8 hours before fading/creasing)
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Chanel Lueurs Ambrees #4 (PiP, ) is cooler (95% similar).
- Smashbox Vanilla (PiP, ) is darker (95% similar).
- NYX Kiss the Day (P, $4.50) is cooler (95% similar).
- KVD Beauty Sage (Highlight) (PiP, ) is warmer (95% similar).
- Moira Nude Beige (P, $7.50) is darker (95% similar).
- Moira Beige (P, $5.00) is warmer (95% similar).
- Too Faced Peach Meringue (PiP, $16.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Urban Decay Buffer (P, $26.00) is cooler (90% similar).
- Too Faced Vanilla Wafers (LE, $16.00) is darker (90% similar).
- Kaja Modern Beige (PiP, ) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$18.00/0.03 oz. - $600.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to be "long-lasting, rich, and creamy" with "immediate full color pay-off" that is "extremely easy to use and to blend." There is also a built-in sharpener. They are a cross between a more traditional eye crayon and an eyeliner, so the point and thickness of the pencil was smaller and finer than a crayon but more substantial than an eyeliner.
They had a consistency that was smooth, comfortable, and creamy, which ensured they applied fluidly across skin and the curvature of the lid without dragging or pulling on skin. It also resulted in more even coverage for most shades, and the coverage was typically semi-opaque to opaque and buildable.
The formula was blendable initially but was still on the quicker side to dry down--more like an eyeliner than a cream eyeshadow in that respect--but by working one eye at a time and blending as it was applied, a more diffused edge was doable. Most shades wore well for eight to nine hours before thinning/fading as eyeliner or creasing as eyeshadow.
Browse all of our NABLA Cosmetics Cupid's Arrow Longwear Stylo swatches.
Ingredients
dimethicone, synthetic wax, dicalcium phosphate, polymethylsilsesquioxane, mica, lauroyl lysine, diisostearyl malate, octyldodecanol, isodecyl neopentanoate, polyhydroxystearic acid, disteardimonium hectorite, propylene carbonate, lecithin, tocopherol, ascorbyl palmitate, citric acid. +/− (may contain / peut contenir): ci 42090 (blue 1 lake), ci 15850 (red 6, red 7), ci 77491 (iron oxides), ci 45410 (red 28 lake), ci 77510 (ferric ammonium ferrocyanide), ci 77266 (nano) (black 2).
Disclaimer: Ingredient lists are as available by the brand (or retailer) at the time of publishing. Please always check product packaging, if it exists, for the ingredient list applicable to the product you're purchasing, or the brand or retailer's website for the most up-to-date ingredient list.
I guess I’m in trouble, because I love 3 of the above! Ivory for eye brightening on my lower waterline, Midnight Blue looks so deep, rich and cool-toned, and Maroon would work so well with many an autumnal eye look!
For matte finishes, the brand has done these quite well.
Love the maroon. Very rich looking 👍