i prefer to use creamy eyeshadows because i think they look nicer, though recently i been using powder because i am finding it very hard to find a creamy eyeshadow that stays on my eyelid. seems as though the ones i buy dont go on right, either smear everywhere or after being on ends up in a line above my eyelid lol give me some good brands. u see all the ladies on tv with such pretty makeup.....i want some!