Bourjois Smoky Stories Palette - 06 Up Sidebrown
Discover a compact, travel-ready quartet designed to create effortlessly chic smoky eyes in minutes. The Bourjois Smoky Stories 06 Up Sidebrown combines four harmonious tones in a single sleek case, crafted to glide on with a creamy-powder texture that blends like a dream. The case features a transparent lid for quick visibility, a built-in dual-ended applicator for precise shading, and a compact footprint that slips easily into a makeup bag or purse. This palette is ideal for everyone from beginners who want a foolproof smoky look to pros who crave a quick, refined eye on busy days.
Key features
- Four complementary shades designed to build a complete smoky-eye look in a single compact.
- Cream-powder texture blends smoothly, delivering rich color with minimal effort for a seamless finish.
- Long-wearing formula that resists creasing and fading through daily activities and evening events (noted by several retailers as up to 12 hours of wear).
- Includes a built-in dual-ended applicator for precise placement and easy blending, making it ideal for on-the-go touch-ups.
- Compact, travel-friendly design with a clear lid for quick shade selection at a glance.
Shade notes
- Light Champagne Highlight – a luminous, pale champagne that brightens the lid and makes the eyes appear more awake.
- Warm Taupe Base – a versatile mid-tone taupe that acts as a flattering crease shade and transition color.
- Bronze-Gold Accent – a shimmering bronze-gold hue that adds dimension and glow, perfect for the center of the lid or lid-to-liner blending.
- Deep Espresso/Dark Brown – a rich chocolate-brown shade with a touch of shimmer to deepen the outer corner and define the lash line.
Fragrance notes
Fragrance notes: the brand does not publish a distinct fragrance profile for this palette. If you are sensitive to scents, consider performing a patch test before full use and applying over a fragrance-free primer to minimize any potential irritation.
How to use
- Prep your lids with a light primer to ensure smooth application and extended wear.
- Apply the Light Champagne Highlight all over the mobile lid for a bright base that catches the light.
- Brush the Warm Taupe Base into the crease and along the upper lash line to create a soft, natural depth.
- Intensify the outer corner and lower lash line with the Deep Espresso shade, using small circular motions to shape the smoky contour.
- Dip into the Bronze-Gold Accent to add a glow on the center of the lid or along the lower lash line for a modern twist.
- Finish with the Light Champagne Highlight under the brow bone and in the inner corner to complete the open-eyed effect, then blend well for a seamless gradient.
Why you should choose this palette
Designed for versatility, the 06 Up Sidebrown Smoky Stories palette offers a complete look in one compact case. The carefully curated quartet covers base, crease, highlight, and accent—reducing the need to carry multiple shadows. The creamy-powder texture enhances blendability, enabling soft, editorial fades or a sharper, more defined smoky eye depending on your mood. The included dual-ended applicator makes it easy to sculpt precision lines or softly buff color for a diffuse finish, while the sturdy case protects powders from breakage in your bag. For those who want a fast, flattering smoky-eye option without sacrificing depth or glow, this palette excels in both routine days and special occasions. The four shades are designed to work well together, avoiding muddy blends and helping you achieve a polished, camera-ready look with minimal effort.
Closing note: If you’re after a cohesive smoky-eye toolkit that travels well, offers buildable intensity, and presents a balanced mix of matte and shimmer tones, the 06 Up Sidebrown is a reliable choice. It pairs classic warmth with modern glow, making it suitable for daytime office wear or a sultry evening look with just a few swipes. Key selling points include the four coordinated shades, long-wear formula, built-in applicator, and compact design that fits into any routine without sacrificing quality or performance.
