I have been using the Black Long Lasting Eye pencil from Essence since about December 2011. Being a performer I am VERY fussy when it comes to my make up, and when I at first saw the incredibly low price for these, I honestly did not expect great results.. Wow, how surprised I was!!! I love everything about it, colour intensity in perfect and the price is SO affordable!! Would recommend anyone to try this out. It's SO worth it!!