Estrella
Melt Cosmetics Estrella Gel Liner ($19.00 for 0.088 oz.) is a rich, deeper gold with moderate, warm undertones–not quite antique-leaning but not that orange-based either–with a smooth, metallic shine. It had nearly opaque color coverage in a single layer, but it was a little overly emollient, so I preferred to give it a little time (like five seconds) to “dry” before applying it to my lid and this ensured a more even, fuller coverage application. It stayed on well for 10 hours without fading or flaking.
- Fenty Beauty Trophy Wife (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- ColourPop Gold Rush (LE, $9.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- Urban Decay Goldrush (P, $22.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- Marc Jacobs Beauty Oh My Gold (102) (LE, $26.00) is more shimmery, lighter (85% similar).
- Zoeva After the Disco (P, $7.50) is lighter (80% similar).
- NARS Sunset Boulevard (P, $24.00) is less shimmery, lighter (80% similar).
- Urban Decay Goldmine (P, $22.00) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (80% similar).
- ColourPop Fade Away (LE, $5.00) is less shimmery, lighter (80% similar).
Ingredients
ISODODECANE, MICA, SYNTHETIC FLUORPHLOGOPITE, TRIMETHYLSILOXYSILICATE, DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE, BEHENYL DIMETHICONE, SILICA, STEARYL STEARATE, POLYETHYLENE, SILICA DIMETHYL SILYLATE, PROPYLENE CARBONATE, RHUS VERNICIFLUA PEEL CERA / RHUS VERNICIFLUA PEEL WAX, COPERNICIA CERIFERA CERA / COPERNICIA CERIFERA (CARNAUBA) WAX, TIN OXIDE, ALUMINUM CALCIUM SODIUM SILICATE. MAY CONTAIN: BRONZE POWDER CI 77400, TITANIUM DIOXIDE CI 77891, IRON OXIDES CI 77491, IRON OXIDES CI 77499.
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at the time of publishing. Please always check product packaging, if it exists, for the ingredient list applicable
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10
Pigmentation
10
Longevity
5
Application
Colibri
Melt Cosmetics Colibri Gel Liner ($19.00 for 0.088 oz.) is a deep, rich teal with cool, blue undertones and a pearly sheen. The texture was emollient without being too slippery, so it was fluid and easy to work with as an eyeliner or as a cream eyeshadow. It had rich color payoff in a single layer, and a little went a long way. It wore nicely for 10 hours without fading or thinning on me.
- Urban Decay Overdrive (P, $22.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- Haus Labs Empire (P, $18.00) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Sephora Waterfall (DC, $10.00) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Make Up For Ever I32 Iridescent Lagoon Green (P, $21.00) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- Marc Jacobs Beauty Gemstoned (P, $24.00) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- Urban Decay Deep End (P, $22.00) is lighter, cooler (80% similar).
- Sephora Waterfall (47) (P, $11.00) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (80% similar).
Ingredients
ISODODECANE, CALCIUM SODIUM BOROSILICATE, TRIMETHYLSILOXYSILICATE, SYNTHETIC FLUORPHLOGOPITE, DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE, BEHENYL DIMETHICONE, STEARYL STEARATE, POLYETHYLENE, SILICA DIMETHYL SILYLATE, PROPYLENE CARBONATE, RHUS VERNICIFLUA PEEL CERA / RHUS VERNICIFLUA PEEL WAX, COPERNICIA CERIFERA CERA / COPERNICIA CERIFERA (CARNAUBA) WAX, KAOLIN, TIN OXIDE. MAY CONTAIN: BLUE 1 LAKE CI 42090, TITANIUM DIOXIDE CI 77891, ULTRAMARINES CI 77007, YELLOW 5 LAKE CI 19140, FERRIC FERROCYANIDE CI 77510, IRON OXIDES CI 77492.
Disclaimer: Ingredient lists are as available by the brand (or retailer)
at the time of publishing. Please always check product packaging, if it exists, for the ingredient list applicable
to the product you’re purchasing, or the brand or retailer’s website for the most up-to-date ingredient list.
10
Product
10
Pigmentation
10
Texture
10
Longevity
5
Application
100%
Total
Concha
Melt Cosmetics Concha Pigment Paint ($19.00 for 0.084 oz.) is a bright, darker fuchsia pink with cool, blue undertones and a matte finish. It was richly pigmented in a single layer, which applied evenly to skin and was fluid to work with as the texture was creamy, smooth, and spreadable without being too emollient. It lasted well for 10 hours without fading or thinning.
Ingredients
ISODODECANE, MICA, TRIMETHYLSILOXYSILICATE, ALUMINUM CALCIUM SODIUM SILICATE, DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE, BEHENYL DIMETHICONE, STEARYL STEARATE, POLYETHYLENE, SILICA DIMETHYL SILYLATE, PROPYLENE CARBONATE, RHUS VERNICIFLUA PEEL CERA / RHUS VERNICIFLUA PEEL WAX, COPERNICIA CERIFERA CERA/ COPERNICIA CERIFERA (CARNAUBA) WAX, TIN OXIDE, SYNTHETIC FLUORPHLOGOPITE. MAY CONTAIN: RED 28 LAKE CI 45410, TITANIUM DIOXIDE CI 77891.
Disclaimer: Ingredient lists are as available by the brand (or retailer)
at the time of publishing. Please always check product packaging, if it exists, for the ingredient list applicable
to the product you’re purchasing, or the brand or retailer’s website for the most up-to-date ingredient list.
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.
9.5
Product
10
Pigmentation
9.5
Texture
10
Longevity
5
Application
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