Melt 4 U
ColourPop Melt 4 U 5-Pan Pressed Powder Palette ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a new, peach-and-coral themed palette that included two mattes, one sparkle matte, and two shimmers. The palette was decent–fairly pigmented and blendable–but somewhat powdery, so it was prone to fallout during application. I’d recommend doing eyes ahead of base products and using a primer to help with some adhesion.
8.5
Product
9.5
Pigmentation
8.5
Texture
8.5
Longevity
4.5
Application
Bonbon
Bonbon is a medium peach with warmer, more orange undertones and fine, pink pearl throughout that gave it a subtle shift, though I wouldn’t call it a full-on duochrome. The texture was creamy, moderately dense, but it wasn’t too firmly-pressed into the pan and picked up well with a dry brush. The eyeshadow applied evenly with opaque coverage that stayed on nicely for eight hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- NARS Alhambra I (PiP, $19.00) is more shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- Anastasia Gleam (P, $12.00) is more shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- NARS Amanecer (LE, $19.00) is less shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury Walk of No Shame #1 (PiP, ) is warmer (95% similar).
- Ciate Dainty (LE, ) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- Milani Champagne Wasted (PiP, $5.99) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty Azure Sun (Eye Color) (LE, ) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Pat McGrath Huetopia (LE, $25.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- NABLA Cosmetics Body and Soul (PiP, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Marc Jacobs Beauty Prim-O (P, $29.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$4.50/0.05 oz. – $90.00 Per Ounce
The new Pressed Powder Shadow formula is supposed to be “highly pigmented” with an “ultra-velvety and silky” texture that is “long-wearing” and “adheres easily to the eyes.” Most of the shades have semi-opaque to opaque pigmentation that applies well to bare skin, blends out without issue, and lasts for seven to eight hours.
The matte eyeshadows tend to be a little more powdery, though soft and finely-milled, in the pan, while the shimmers have a creamier, dense consistency. Occasionally, the more sparkly or metallic shades apply better with fingertips or a dampened brush.
Browse all of our ColourPop Pressed Powder Shadow swatches.
10
Pigmentation
8.5
Longevity
5
Application
Sweetie
Sweetie is a bright, pink-peach with subtle, warm undertones and a matte finish. It had rich color coverage in a single layer, but the texture was somewhat powdery, which resulted in the product sheering out and having fallout during application. It lasted for seven and a half hours before fading noticeably.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- ColourPop Crush (LE, $4.50) is darker (90% similar).
- ColourPop Matter of Fact (PiP, $4.50) is warmer (90% similar).
- KKW Beauty Japan (PiP, ) is more muted (90% similar).
- ColourPop 2 Hot 4 U (LE, $4.50) is more muted (85% similar).
- Huda Beauty Ruby #1 (LE, ) is darker, cooler (85% similar).
- Huda Beauty Khaki Haze #2 (PiP, ) is darker, more muted, warmer (85% similar).
- ColourPop Lovesick (PiP, $4.50) is darker, more muted (85% similar).
- Anastasia Waisted (LE, $12.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (85% similar).
- Huda Beauty Sand Haze #5 (PiP, ) is darker, warmer (80% similar).
- Ciate Aura (PiP, ) is darker, warmer (80% similar).
Formula Overview
$4.50/0.05 oz. – $90.00 Per Ounce
The new Pressed Powder Shadow formula is supposed to be “highly pigmented” with an “ultra-velvety and silky” texture that is “long-wearing” and “adheres easily to the eyes.” Most of the shades have semi-opaque to opaque pigmentation that applies well to bare skin, blends out without issue, and lasts for seven to eight hours.
The matte eyeshadows tend to be a little more powdery, though soft and finely-milled, in the pan, while the shimmers have a creamier, dense consistency. Occasionally, the more sparkly or metallic shades apply better with fingertips or a dampened brush.
Browse all of our ColourPop Pressed Powder Shadow swatches.
8.5
Product
10
Pigmentation
8.5
Texture
8
Longevity
5
Application
Dipped
Dipped is a light-medium pink with strong, warm undertones and warmer, peachy-gold shimmer that gave it a smooth, metallic sheen. It had nearly opaque color payoff that was buildable to full coverage with less than a second layer. The texture was soft, smooth, and blendable but felt slightly more loosely-pressed so there was a smidgen of fallout during application if I wasn’t careful. It wore well for eight hours before showing signs of wear.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- Natasha Denona Pixie (304M) (PiP, $29.00) is more shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Risque (LE, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
- Fenty Beauty Uppaclass (PiP, ) is more shimmery, cooler (95% similar).
- ColourPop So Jaded (DC, $4.50) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Chanel Candeur et Provocation #1 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Dior Rouge Trafalgar #1 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- BH Cosmetics Carli Bybel Deluxe Edition #6 (LE, ) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty Virgin Orchid #2 (PiP, ) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Chanel Cristal de Printemps #2 (PiP, ) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Fenty Beauty U There (PiP, ) is lighter, more muted (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$4.50/0.05 oz. – $90.00 Per Ounce
The new Pressed Powder Shadow formula is supposed to be “highly pigmented” with an “ultra-velvety and silky” texture that is “long-wearing” and “adheres easily to the eyes.” Most of the shades have semi-opaque to opaque pigmentation that applies well to bare skin, blends out without issue, and lasts for seven to eight hours.
The matte eyeshadows tend to be a little more powdery, though soft and finely-milled, in the pan, while the shimmers have a creamier, dense consistency. Occasionally, the more sparkly or metallic shades apply better with fingertips or a dampened brush.
Browse all of our ColourPop Pressed Powder Shadow swatches.
8.5
Product
9
Pigmentation
8.5
Texture
8.5
Longevity
5
Application
Ganache
Ganache is a brighter, medium-dark pink-coral base with warmer undertones and flecks of gold and lavender micro-sparkle over a matte base. The texture was moderately powdery with some fallout, both from the powderiness but also from the micro-sparkles that did not bind with the underlying base color. It had opaque coverage, though, that blended out relatively easily on my skin. This shade stayed on well for eight hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- Natasha Denona Intense (PiP, ) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Flowerboy (P, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Rare Beauty Nearly Rose (P, $20.00) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- ColourPop Love (LE, $4.50) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Flamingo Dream (LE, ) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Viseart Melon (LE, ) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- ColourPop Woke (PiP, $4.50) is less shimmery, warmer (85% similar).
- Anastasia Bloom (LE, $12.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Viseart Liaison (LE, ) is less shimmery, warmer (85% similar).
- ColourPop Side Chick (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker, brighter (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$4.50/0.05 oz. – $90.00 Per Ounce
The new Pressed Powder Shadow formula is supposed to be “highly pigmented” with an “ultra-velvety and silky” texture that is “long-wearing” and “adheres easily to the eyes.” Most of the shades have semi-opaque to opaque pigmentation that applies well to bare skin, blends out without issue, and lasts for seven to eight hours.
The matte eyeshadows tend to be a little more powdery, though soft and finely-milled, in the pan, while the shimmers have a creamier, dense consistency. Occasionally, the more sparkly or metallic shades apply better with fingertips or a dampened brush.
Browse all of our ColourPop Pressed Powder Shadow swatches.
10
Pigmentation
8.5
Longevity
4.5
Application
Dutch
Dutch is a darker, pink-coral with warm undertones and a mostly matte finish. The texture was soft, lightly powdery but substantial enough to maintain its full coverage when applied to bare skin and blended out along the edges. It stayed on nicely for eight hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- ColourPop Love (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Soul (PiP, ) is lighter (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Intense (PiP, ) is lighter (90% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Flamingo Dream (LE, ) is lighter (90% similar).
- ColourPop Side Chick (LE, $4.50) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Huda Beauty Nude Rich #5 (PiP, ) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- Anastasia Bloom (LE, $12.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- ColourPop Flowerboy (P, $4.50) is lighter (85% similar).
- Rare Beauty Nearly Rose (P, $20.00) is lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- ColourPop Anemone (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, lighter (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$4.50/0.05 oz. – $90.00 Per Ounce
The new Pressed Powder Shadow formula is supposed to be “highly pigmented” with an “ultra-velvety and silky” texture that is “long-wearing” and “adheres easily to the eyes.” Most of the shades have semi-opaque to opaque pigmentation that applies well to bare skin, blends out without issue, and lasts for seven to eight hours.
The matte eyeshadows tend to be a little more powdery, though soft and finely-milled, in the pan, while the shimmers have a creamier, dense consistency. Occasionally, the more sparkly or metallic shades apply better with fingertips or a dampened brush.
Browse all of our ColourPop Pressed Powder Shadow swatches.
10
Pigmentation
8.5
Longevity
5
Application
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