An ergonomic, flattering mascara
This mascara has a short wand with a rubbery coating that makes it easy to grip and maneuver, and the curved brush reaches every lash. But you may need multiple coats to achieve a thicker lash look.
Our testers with mobility issues said mascara was one of the hardest products to apply neatly, but the Tilt Lashscape Mascara made the task easier thanks to its contoured handle, short wand, and sturdy, curved brush. One panelist with hand-mobility challenges remarked, “I like how the rubbery texture of the tube makes it so easy to open.”
We also liked that the brush head itself is firm, with an angled tip that doesn’t bend or wobble when you’re applying it to your lashes. This makes it possible to reach the tiny lashes on the inner and outer corners without having to flex your wrist significantly.
As for the mascara itself, testers said it went on cleanly and easily, coating individual lashes for a defined look with minimal clumping. But it’s not super volumizing, so if you want more drama, you should apply several coats. Once the rich black color set, it stayed put with no reported smudging throughout the day, even in humid weather.
Also tested: Guide Beauty Lash Wrap, Thrive Causemetics Liquid Lash Extensions Mascara, Rare Beauty Perfect Strokes Universal Volumizing Mascara
A handy eyeliner that’s easier to apply
This eyeliner has a smooth-flowing pen and two built-in stamps for creating tiny wings on outer corners. But the tube is slim, which made it hard for some testers to grip.
The Sheglam Get Foxy Eye Stamp & Liner Pen solves an almost universal problem: Applying eyeliner is hard! And drawing identical wings on the outer corner of each eye is even harder. But testers said the Sheglam eyeliner made application easier.
The center of the pen opens to reveal a marker-like tip that testers said was easier to maneuver than the ultra-fine, pointed brush tips of other eyeliners they tried. (If you prefer thin lines, it’s probably not the best liner for you.)
We also liked the included wing stamps, which were helpful for people with tremors — or little-to-no eyeliner experience. Each swooped, triangular stamp (one for the left eye, one for the right) is soaked with a rich-black eyeliner. And unlike other stamps we tested, which came with two pens — one for each eye — Sheglam’s design means fewer tools to keep track of. Best of all, the inky liquid dried quickly, which helped to prevent smudging.
That said, it takes a bit of practice to get the position of the wing stamps just right, and the angles may not align perfectly with all eye shapes and lid types. Plus, the slim tube is difficult for some people to hold securely.
Also tested: Essence Quick Wing! Stamp Eyeliner, iMethod Eyeliner Stamp, The Flick Stick Winged Eyeliner Stamp, LA Pure Wing Eyeliner Stamps, Hanakoko One-Step Eyeliner Stamp, Kaja Wink Stamp Original Waterproof Wing Eyeliner Stamp & Pen
Easy-open tinted lip balms and lipsticks
You don’t need a mirror or a steady grip to apply this sheer tinted balm. And it’s possible to open the ergonomic case, which has a magnetic cap, with one hand.
The brand’s satiny lipsticks come in the same well-designed case. But the opaque colors take more dexterity to apply cleanly.
From the incredibly easy-to-open packaging to the buttery-soft rubberized cases, Tilt’s lip products are a delight to use. We especially liked the chubby, magnetized caps that were easy to remove, even with one hand. Most lipsticks “require twisting or putting the cap back on with more precision,” one tester explained. Another panelist said they liked the case because they didn’t feel like they were “gripping a hard, cold item.”
Testers with unsteady hands were drawn to the Tilt Grip Stick Hydrating Lip Treatments, which have sheer colors that don’t require a lot of precision to apply. The vegan formulas are also hydrating, thanks to the inclusion of shea butter and vitamin E, and many of the seven shades can even double as blushes.
We also liked the cushiony texture and buildable color payoff of Tilt The Easy Way Hydrating Satin Lipstick. The eight shades are opaque, so they require a steadier hand if you want to stay within the outline of your lips, and the colors only lasted two to three hours. But testers noted their lips felt hydrated even after the pigment wore off.
Also tested: Rare Beauty Kind Words Matte Lipstick, Tilt The Easy Way Effortless Lip Liner, Lancôme L’Absolu Rouge Cream Lipstick
A versatile 3-in-1 makeup stick
This multiuse makeup stick is perfect for anyone who has trouble creating precise or detailed makeup looks. The sheer, buildable colors look great on eyes, cheeks, and lips, and they’re easy to blend with fingers. But the small case may be difficult to open for people with limited hand dexterity.
Applying a full face of detailed makeup with multiple products is time-consuming — especially for people with low vision, cognitive impairment, or limited hand mobility. Enter multiuse makeup sticks, which make the whole process easier. Our testers tried options from multiple brands and liked the inexpensive E.L.F. Cosmetics Monochromatic Multi Stick best.
The emollient formulation glides on smoothly, and testers liked that they were able to finger-blend instead of using brushes. And unlike some other makeup sticks we tried, these didn’t leave skin feeling sticky or tacky as they dried.
The E.L.F. Cosmetics multi-stick comes in six flattering colors with a dewy, slightly reflective finish. Plus, all of the shades are buildable and have plenty of play time before they set, so we didn’t have to worry about applying too little or too much; we could just layer on more or blend in excess as needed.
Also tested: Embryolisse Color Balm 3-in-1 Stick, Mineral Fusion 3-in-1 Color Stick, Make Up For Ever Artist Color Crayon, Credo Beauty Axiology Multi Stick
This article was edited by Claire Perlman and Jennifer G. Sullivan.
