Eye shadow in the form of stick
Few eye shadow are in stick form and are hard like cream. They become loose during summers and become hard during winters. Because of which it is difficult to apply and spread them.

Powder eye shadow
They are like compact powder. They have moisturizer also. They remain on skin for long period. They are best for oily skin. They are applied with the help of applicator.

Creamy eye shadow
They are best for dry skin because there base is oil. They can be spread on skin easily.

Pencil eye shadow
It is just like eye brow pencil which is found in different colors. But they are more soft than eye brow pencil. The eye shadow is applied through them and after this spread easily through tips of fingers.

Caution:
The women who use contact lenses should not use powder eye shadow.