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The Best Make Up, In Stick Form

A solid routine.

By Katie Dickens
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From cushion compacts to rubber masks, K-beauty brands can't stop, won't stop churning out innovations destined to inspire companies closer to home. Last year, Alicia Yoon of Peach & Lily noted that stick skincare was big in Korea, so it's not surprising that this new format is finally finding its way onto our shelves. (Not only is this a cool way to care for your complexion, these solids are TSA-friendly―no need to jam them into that clear plastic Ziploc.) Here are six new sticks that can pretty much take care of your entire regimen.

Clinique Take the Day Off Eye Makeup Remover Stick

Liquid, Style, Violet, Cosmetics, Tints and shades, Beige, Bottle, Cylinder, Material property, Silver,

Cleansing cloths made you less likely to fall into bed with a full face of makeup. Even easier, especially while away from home, is this slim stick version of Clinique's popular Take the Day Off Cleansing Balm.

$18.50, clinique.com

Tarte FRXXXTION Stick Exfoliating Cleanser

Purple, Violet, Logo, Magenta, Lavender, Electric blue, Cobalt blue, Cylinder, Bottle cap, Bottle,

This multitasking wonder fills the role of clarifying cleanser, gentle exfoliator, and detoxifying face mask. So basically it's a magic, complexion-clearing wand.

$22, sephora.com

Milk Holographic Stick

Liquid, Product, Glass, Drinkware, Aqua, Transparent material, Food storage containers, Lid, Silver, Solvent,

So strobing isn't new, but this lavender-tinged iridescent highlighter offers a more multidimensional, ethereal effect (think hot alien) than anything else out there. It also nourishes your skin with a blend of mango butter, peach nectar, and avocado oil.

$28, milkmakeup.com

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Belif The True Tincture Chamomile Cleansing Stick

Brown, Product, Liquid, Tan, Bottle, Peach, Label, Cosmetics, Cylinder, Coquelicot,

Of course, this K-beauty apothecary brand has a stick in its line-up. As with all its herbal-based solutions, this cleanser mines the powers of plants, specifically chamomile, which boosts microcirculation and softens skin while washing away a day's worth of dirt.

$28, sephora.com

Bobbi Brown Instant Confidence Stick

Product, Tints and shades, Liquid, Magenta, Violet, Cosmetics, Bottle, Beige, Cylinder, Silver,

Seeking an IRL Insta-filter? This line- and pore-blurring primer stick comes pretty close to the magic of Face Tune. It's also packed with peptides so it will smooth skin in the long-term. Oil-absorbing ingredients will leave skin blissfully shine-free for hours.

$45, bobbibrowncosmetics.com

H2O+ Oasis Hydrating Eye Balm

Liquid, Grey, Aqua, Turquoise, Teal, Cosmetics, Skin care, Cylinder, Peach, Silver,

Rid your eyes of evidence of last night's party with this de-puffing and circle-minimizing balm. Bonus: The solid offers a welcome cooling effect, which you can boost by stashing it in your fridge.

$28, h2oplus.com

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