Temptalia https://www.temptalia.com/the-best-worst-of-fenty-beauty-match-stix-shimmer-skinsticks/ In-depth makeup reviews with swatches and dupes, plus what you need to know about new product launches and tips on how to use your makeup! Sun, 16 Aug 2026 05:41:15 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.7 The Best & Worst of Fenty Beauty Match Stix Shimmer Skinsticks https://www.temptalia.com/the-best-worst-of-fenty-beauty-match-stix-shimmer-skinsticks/ product https://www.temptalia.com/the-best-worst-of-fenty-beauty-match-stix-shimmer-skinsticks/#comments Sat, 07 Oct 2017 21:00:00 +0000 Christine https://www.temptalia.com/?p=312994 Fenty Beauty Match Stix Shimmer Skinstick ($25.00 for 0.25 oz.) is a cream formula that can be used as a highlight or blush and is available in 10 shades. The formula is supposed to be long-wearing with a “light-as-air,” “blendable” texture that “lives to be layered." They twist-up and are medium-sized with a domed edge. I found that applying to my fingertips worked better than direct application, as it enabled me greater control over coverage level as well as placement, and if you tend to apply over foundation, then this will help keep the Match Stix cleaner, too. The texture Continue Reading… ]]> Fenty Beauty Match Stix Shimmer Skinstick

Fenty Beauty Match Stix Shimmer Skinstick ($25.00 for 0.25 oz.) is a cream formula that can be used as a highlight or blush and is available in 10 shades. The formula is supposed to be long-wearing with a “light-as-air,” “blendable” texture that “lives to be layered.” They twist-up and are medium-sized with a domed edge. I found that applying to my fingertips worked better than direct application, as it enabled me greater control over coverage level as well as placement, and if you tend to apply over foundation, then this will help keep the Match Stix cleaner, too.

The texture was thin, and it did seem to go from a “cream” in the tube to a more powder-like product once on the skin. They were fairly blendable with a few being more sparkly with less visible base color, which may not be for everyone, and others had a more pearl-like sheen that didn’t emphasize my skin’s natural texture. Most shades applied and blended out without lifting up foundation or pulling into pores (over bare skin), but the ones that did tended to have larger particles in them. They lasted between six and eight hours on me.

A problem I had throughout just swatching each shade on my cheeks for photos was that whatever was exposed was a bit dry, more powdery to the touch, and I felt like I had to really warm the product up and/or swipe it back and forth on the back of my hand to refresh the texture. This is not uncommon with drier, cream-based formulas, but it’s still a downside and an area that could be improved upon. Some shades were very pigmented, others were medium and buildable, and a couple were sheerer.

01.

01. Ridiiic Fenty Beauty

Fenty Beauty

PPermanent. $25.00/0.25 oz.

A+
Fenty Beauty Ridiiic Match Stix Shimmer Skinstick

Fenty Beauty Ridiiic Match Stix Shimmer Skinstick ($25.00 for 0.25 oz.) is a rich, tomato red with warm, orange undertones and flecks of golden pearl...

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Fenty Beauty Ridiiic Match Stix Shimmer Skinstick ($25.00 for 0.25 oz.) is a rich, tomato red with warm, orange undertones and flecks of golden pearl...

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03. Yacht Life Fenty Beauty

Fenty Beauty

PPermanent. $25.00/0.25 oz.

A-
Fenty Beauty Yacht Life Match Stix Shimmer Skinstick

Fenty Beauty Yacht Life Match Stix Shimmer Skinstick ($25.00 for 0.25 oz.) is a vibrant, medium pink-coral with warm undertones and a golden sheen. ...

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Fenty Beauty Yacht Life Match Stix Shimmer Skinstick ($25.00 for 0.25 oz.) is a vibrant, medium pink-coral with warm undertones and a golden sheen. ...

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04. Rum Fenty Beauty

Fenty Beauty

PPermanent. $25.00/0.25 oz.

B+
Fenty Beauty Rum Match Stix Shimmer Skinstick

Fenty Beauty Rum Match Stix Shimmer Skinstick ($25.00 for 0.25 oz.) is a medium-dark bronzy brown with warm, golden pearl. There was enough shimmer...

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Fenty Beauty Rum Match Stix Shimmer Skinstick ($25.00 for 0.25 oz.) is a medium-dark bronzy brown with warm, golden pearl. There was enough shimmer...

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05. Blonde Fenty Beauty

Fenty Beauty

PPermanent. $25.00/0.25 oz.

B+
Fenty Beauty Blonde Match Stix Shimmer Skinstick

Fenty Beauty Blonde Match Stix Shimmer Skinstick ($25.00 for 0.25 oz.) is a medium, yellow gold with warm undertones and a fine, pearly sheen. It had...

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Fenty Beauty Blonde Match Stix Shimmer Skinstick ($25.00 for 0.25 oz.) is a medium, yellow gold with warm undertones and a fine, pearly sheen. It had...

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06. Starstruck Fenty Beauty

Fenty Beauty

PPermanent. $25.00/0.25 oz.

B
Fenty Beauty Starstruck Match Stix Shimmer Skinstick

Fenty Beauty Starstruck Match Stix Shimmer Skinstick ($25.00 for 0.25 oz.) is a light, pinky beige with warmer undertones and a sparkling, metallic...

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Fenty Beauty Starstruck Match Stix Shimmer Skinstick ($25.00 for 0.25 oz.) is a light, pinky beige with warmer undertones and a sparkling, metallic...

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07. Sinamon Fenty Beauty

Fenty Beauty

PPermanent. $25.00/0.25 oz.

B
Fenty Beauty Sinamon Match Stix Shimmer Skinstick

Fenty Beauty Sinamon Match Stix Shimmer Skinstick ($25.00 for 0.25 oz.) is a muted, medium-dark copper with warm, brown undertones and a pearly sheen....

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Fenty Beauty Sinamon Match Stix Shimmer Skinstick ($25.00 for 0.25 oz.) is a muted, medium-dark copper with warm, brown undertones and a pearly sheen....

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08. Unicorn Fenty Beauty

Fenty Beauty

PPermanent. $25.00/0.25 oz.

B
Fenty Beauty Unicorn Match Stix Shimmer Skinstick

Fenty Beauty Unicorn Match Stix Shimmer Skinstick ($25.00 for 0.25 oz.) is a muted, medium lavender with subtle, cool undertones and a pearly sheen. ...

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Fenty Beauty Unicorn Match Stix Shimmer Skinstick ($25.00 for 0.25 oz.) is a muted, medium lavender with subtle, cool undertones and a pearly sheen. ...

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09. Trippin Fenty Beauty

Fenty Beauty

PPermanent. $25.00/0.25 oz.

B
Fenty Beauty Trippin Match Stix Shimmer Skinstick

Fenty Beauty Trippin Match Stix Shimmer Skinstick ($25.00 for 0.25 oz.) is a medium, peachy coral with warm, yellow gold frosted shimmer. It had...

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Fenty Beauty Trippin Match Stix Shimmer Skinstick ($25.00 for 0.25 oz.) is a medium, peachy coral with warm, yellow gold frosted shimmer. It had...

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10. Confetti Fenty Beauty

Fenty Beauty

PPermanent. $25.00/0.25 oz.

D
Fenty Beauty Confetti Match Stix Shimmer Skinstick

Fenty Beauty Confetti Match Stix Shimmer Skinstick ($25.00 for 0.25 oz.) is a light, bluish lavender with cool undertones and blue and lavender pearl...

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Fenty Beauty Confetti Match Stix Shimmer Skinstick ($25.00 for 0.25 oz.) is a light, bluish lavender with cool undertones and blue and lavender pearl...

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87%
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Glossover Averages
product
8.5
pigmentation
9.5
texture
8.5
longevity
8.5
application
4.5
Total
87%
product
8.5
pigmentation
9.5
texture
8.5
longevity
8.5
application
4.5
Total
87%
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