So Very Lovely
ColourPop So Very Lovely 12-Pan Pressed Powder Shadow Palette ($18.00 for 0.36 oz.) is a new palette that really feels like it straddles the traditional colors of spring and summer, so it actually seemed like a very well-timed release. It included six matte eyeshadows and six shimmer eyeshadows with no pressed glitters (but three pressed pigments if that’s a concern). Overall, the palette was pigmented, blendable, and easy to use with a few shades being more semi-opaque or a touch harder to blend.
9.5
Pigmentation
8.5
Longevity
4.5
Application
Lace Up
Lace Up is a light, peachy gold with strong, warm undertones and faint pink pearl. It had semi-opaque, buildable pigmentation with a smooth, lightly creamy texture that was easy to work with on bare skin. It lasted well for eight hours before fading noticeably.
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- ColourPop Besos (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, warmer (95% similar).
- NABLA Cosmetics I Promise (PiP, $8.00) is less shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- Natasha Denona Queen (262M) (LE, $29.00) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Make Up For Ever I520 Pinky Sand (P, $17.00) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Too Faced Shooting Star (LE, $16.00) is more shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- Anastasia B1 (Norvina Vol. 4) (LE, $12.00) is more shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- Natasha Denona Dune (186S) (PiP, $29.00) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- MAC Rags to Riches (LE, $17.00) is less shimmery, cooler (95% similar).
- NARS Silk Road I (PiP, $19.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury Icon Day Eyes #1 (LE, ) is 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.
9
Pigmentation
8.5
Longevity
5
Application
Organza
Organza is a medium mauve with warmer undertones and a metallic finish. It was richly pigmented with a smooth, almost cream-like texture that was moderately dense but not too thick or too firmly-pressed into the pan. The eyeshadow wore well for eight hours before showing signs of fading.
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- NARS Earthshine (LE, $25.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Mystery (PiP, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar).
- YSL Paris #3 (LE, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Viseart Bisous (PiP, ) is cooler (90% similar).
- Tarte Pop Art Princess (LE, ) is warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Lifted (P, $5.00) is warmer (90% similar).
- Too Faced Sugared Raisin (LE, $16.00) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- ColourPop Just Fur Fun (LE, $6.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Kevyn Aucoin Ultraviolet (LE, ) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- NABLA Cosmetics Mystic (P, $8.00) is lighter, warmer (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.
9.5
Product
10
Pigmentation
9.5
Texture
8.5
Longevity
5
Application
Craft Works
Craft Works is a medium, peachy orange with warm undertones and a matte finish. The texture was soft, lightly powdery but dense enough not to be prone to sheering out, while the eyeshadow still blended out well along the edges. It had opaque pigmentation that stayed on nicely for eight hours before fading a bit.
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- ColourPop New Digs (LE, $4.50) is cooler (95% similar).
- ColourPop Luv (LE, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
- Urban Decay Hart (LE, $19.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Fenty Beauty Peach Me (PiP, ) is darker (90% similar).
- Kylie Cosmetics Sorbet (LE, ) is darker (90% similar).
- Fenty Beauty Buttarum (PiP, ) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Magical (PiP, $4.50) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- MAC Samoa Silk (P, $17.00) is warmer (85% similar).
- Lethal Cosmetics Cycle (P, $6.00) is darker (85% similar).
- ColourPop Twilight Flash (LE, $4.50) is darker, warmer (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
10
Pigmentation
8.5
Texture
8.5
Longevity
5
Application
Fringed
Fringed is a light-medium, golden pewter with warm undertones and a sparkling, metallic sheen. It had semi-opaque, buildable pigmentation that was best applied with a fingertip or a dampened brush to get even coverage and minimal (to no) fallout. The texture was lightly emollient to the touch, more loosely-pressed but not dry. It lasted well for eight hours before fading noticeably.
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for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- Tom Ford Beauty Red Harness #1 (LE, ) is warmer (95% similar).
- Pat McGrath Platinize (LE, $25.00) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- NARS Oleander (DC, $25.00) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Acoustic (LE, ) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- NARS Cielo (LE, $19.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Smashbox Moon Me (PiP, ) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Chanel Blurry Grey #4 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, lighter (85% similar).
- Milk Makeup Hotel Lobby (P, $24.00) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Make Up For Ever D552 Crystalline Gray Beige (P, $17.00) is more shimmery, lighter (85% similar).
- Sephora Smokey Quartz (PiP, ) is darker, warmer (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
8.5
Pigmentation
8.5
Texture
8.5
Longevity
5
Application
Braided
Braided is a light-medium gold with warmer undertones and a metallic sheen. It had mostly opaque pigmentation with a smooth, lightly creamy texture that was moderately dense but not difficult to pick up with a dry brush. It wore well for eight hours before fading visibly.
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Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- UOMA Beauty Bahia (LE, ) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- BH Cosmetics Club Tropicana #12 (LE, ) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Anastasia D2 (Norvina Vol. 3) (LE, ) is more shimmery (90% similar).
- Kaja Starcrusher (PiP, ) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- MAC Heaven Loves You (LE, $18.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Viseart Coy #1 (LE, ) is darker (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Seize the Day (P, $6.00) is more shimmery, brighter (85% similar).
- Pat McGrath Refined Gold 002 (LE, $25.00) is darker, cooler (85% similar).
- MAC Sun’s Out, Buns Out (LE, $17.00) is more shimmery, lighter (85% similar).
- ColourPop Love Note (DC, $4.50) is more shimmery, cooler (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.
9
Pigmentation
8.5
Longevity
5
Application
Macaroon
Macaroon is a brighter, medium lavender with subtle, cool undertones and a matte finish. The consistency was somewhat powdery, though more substantial, so it managed to retain most of its opacity when applied and blended out on bare skin. This shade showed signs of fading after seven and a half hours of wear.
FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- ColourPop Uplevel (LE, $4.50) is warmer (95% similar).
- Viseart Haze (PiP, ) is darker (90% similar).
- Zoeva Daydream (LE, ) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- MAC Sock-it Xiqu (LE, $21.00) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- Natasha Denona Naga (344CM) (LE, ) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- ColourPop Brr Baby (LE, $4.50) is warmer (85% similar).
- ColourPop Friendly (LE, $4.50) is warmer (85% similar).
- Viseart Cool Mattes 2 #4 (PiP, ) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- MAC Style & Influence (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (80% similar).
- MAC She’s a Machine (LE, $17.00) is more shimmery, lighter, 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
Eyelet
Eyelet is a medium, orange-coral with warmer undertones and a matte finish. It had opaque color coverage in a single layer, while the texture was slightly thinner and stiffer, so it could have been more blendable. There was a little bit of fallout during application, too, and I found it was more forgiving of texture when used with an eyeshadow primer. It wore well for eight hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- ColourPop Centerfold (PiP, $4.50) is cooler (95% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Nip Slip (LE, ) is cooler (95% similar).
- ColourPop Dream Maker (PiP, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Perky (PiP, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Desk Eyes (Enhance) (LE, ) is more muted, cooler (95% similar).
- Viseart Peony (Rosé Edit) (PiP, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- Dose of Colors Loungy (LE, ) is brighter (95% similar).
- Give Me Glow Last Summer (P, $7.00) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Enchanted (LE, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
- Fenty Beauty Shoot UR Shot (PiP, ) is warmer (95% 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.” The way the Pressed Pigments differ is that they’re not intended for usage on the immediate eye area.
The majority of the shades are semi-opaque to opaque in coverage, blend out fairly well, and can sometimes be a bit drier/more powdery compared to typical matte shades. They often wear eight to nine hours on me before fading, but many shades in the Pressed Pigment family leave some staining behind.
Browse all of our ColourPop Pressed Powder Pigment swatches.
product is “not intended for use in the immediate eye area.” Brands in the US typically market these
products as “Pigments” (instead of “Eyeshadow”), and there is often a warning on the back of packaging or
the label. The product includes color additives that are not approved for usage on the eyes per the
FDA.
Some color additives in “Pigments” have no usage restrictions in the EU, per CosIng, and can be used on the
eyes. We recommend checking ingredients to confirm current safety assessment/restrictions:
FDA/CosIng.
10
Pigmentation
8.5
Longevity
4.5
Application
Rose Ave
Rose Ave is a muted, medium pink with strong, warm undertones and a matte finish. It had opaque pigmentation in a single layer, which applied evenly to bare skin and blended out without issue. The texture was soft, lightly powdery but not prone to fallout or sheering out too readily. It lasted well for eight hours before fading a bit.
FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- KVD Beauty Plum (Base) (PiP, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- Too Faced Pink Suede (PiP, $16.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty Insolent Rose #3 (PiP, ) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Huda Beauty Shy (LE, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop With Luv (LE, $4.50) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Embrace (P, $5.00) is cooler (90% similar).
- MAC Fotos Y Recuerdos (LE, $17.00) is more shimmery, cooler (85% similar).
- Huda Beauty Rose #9 (LE, ) is cooler (85% similar).
- MAC Missing My Baby (LE, $17.00) is lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- Anastasia Love (LE, $12.00) is more shimmery, cooler (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.” The way the Pressed Pigments differ is that they’re not intended for usage on the immediate eye area.
The majority of the shades are semi-opaque to opaque in coverage, blend out fairly well, and can sometimes be a bit drier/more powdery compared to typical matte shades. They often wear eight to nine hours on me before fading, but many shades in the Pressed Pigment family leave some staining behind.
Browse all of our ColourPop Pressed Powder Pigment swatches.
product is “not intended for use in the immediate eye area.” Brands in the US typically market these
products as “Pigments” (instead of “Eyeshadow”), and there is often a warning on the back of packaging or
the label. The product includes color additives that are not approved for usage on the eyes per the
FDA.
Some color additives in “Pigments” have no usage restrictions in the EU, per CosIng, and can be used on the
eyes. We recommend checking ingredients to confirm current safety assessment/restrictions:
FDA/CosIng.
10
Pigmentation
8.5
Longevity
5
Application
Dream Catcher
Dream Catcher is a rich, medium-dark copper with moderate, warm orange undertones and a matte finish. The eyeshadow was richly pigmented with a smooth, more velvety texture that was a smidgen powdery in the pan but had great adhesion and blendability on the lid without being prone to fallout. It lasted well for eight hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- ColourPop Flower Power (LE, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar).
- Smashbox Sienna (P, $22.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- Make Up For Ever M738 Auburn (P, $17.00) is lighter, more muted, cooler (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Harvest (P, $5.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop No Promises (P, $6.00) is brighter (95% similar).
- LORAC Spice (LE, $19.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Devinah Cosmetics Runa (P, $5.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Huda Beauty Nude Rich #7 (PiP, ) is darker, more muted (90% similar).
- ColourPop Nutmeg (LE, $4.50) is darker (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Ripe (253CM) (LE, ) is lighter (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.
9.5
Product
10
Pigmentation
9.5
Texture
8.5
Longevity
5
Application
Tea Time
Tea Time is a medium copper with warmer, more orange undertones and gold pearl. It had opaque color payoff that adhered well to bare skin with a smooth, even lay down of product that blended out nicely along the edges. The texture was lightly creamy, moderately dense but not overly thick. This shade wore well for eight hours before fading noticeably.
FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- Too Faced Gingersnap (LE, $16.00) is less shimmery, warmer (95% similar).
- JD Glow Bestie (P, $7.50) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Puppuccino (LE, $6.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Pat McGrath Blood Moon 005 (PiP, $25.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Urban Decay Ignite (PiP, $19.00) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Truth and Beauty (LE, $6.00) is less shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- Ciate Gilt (PiP, ) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- MAC Rose (LE, $21.00) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- Natasha Denona Crest (267M) (LE, $29.00) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- Huda Beauty Nude Medium #5 (PiP, ) is lighter (95% 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
Product
10
Pigmentation
10
Texture
8.5
Longevity
5
Application
Collective
Collective is a medium-dark pink with subtle, cooler undertones and warmer, gold and pink pearl that gave it a metallic finish. The texture was soft, slightly powdery in the pan, but it had good adhesion to bare skin and blended well. The eyeshadow yielded opaque pigmentation that stayed on nicely for eight hours before showing signs of fading.
FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
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
Topanga Blvd
Topanga Blvd is a rich, reddened burgundy with subtle, cool undertones and a matte finish. It had opaque color payoff paired with a slightly firmer texture that had no fallout but could have been a touch more blendable. It lasted decently for eight and a half hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- Melt Cosmetics No Exit (LE, ) is warmer (95% similar).
- NABLA Cosmetics Opera (PiP, $8.00) is cooler (95% similar).
- Natasha Denona Commitment (PiP, ) is warmer (95% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Sangre (PiP, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop No Drama (LE, $4.50) is cooler (95% similar).
- Huda Beauty Untamed (PiP, ) is lighter (90% similar).
- MAC 300 Game (LE, $17.00) is darker (90% similar).
- ColourPop Spindrift (LE, $4.50) is cooler (90% similar).
- Viseart Chestnut (4) (LE, ) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Obituary (LE, ) is lighter, warmer (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.” The way the Pressed Pigments differ is that they’re not intended for usage on the immediate eye area.
The majority of the shades are semi-opaque to opaque in coverage, blend out fairly well, and can sometimes be a bit drier/more powdery compared to typical matte shades. They often wear eight to nine hours on me before fading, but many shades in the Pressed Pigment family leave some staining behind.
Browse all of our ColourPop Pressed Powder Pigment swatches.
product is “not intended for use in the immediate eye area.” Brands in the US typically market these
products as “Pigments” (instead of “Eyeshadow”), and there is often a warning on the back of packaging or
the label. The product includes color additives that are not approved for usage on the eyes per the
FDA.
Some color additives in “Pigments” have no usage restrictions in the EU, per CosIng, and can be used on the
eyes. We recommend checking ingredients to confirm current safety assessment/restrictions:
FDA/CosIng.
8.5
Product
10
Pigmentation
8.5
Texture
9
Longevity
4.5
Application
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