Brass Metallic
Sephora Brass Metallic Ultimate Gel Waterproof Eyeliner Pencil ($13.00 for 0.01 oz.) is a medium orange-copper with warm undertones and a metallic sheen. It had medium pigmentation in one stroke, which I had no trouble building up to full coverage that was even and smooth.
The pencil was lightly emollient without being too slippery, so it adhered evenly and set quickly. It lasted nicely for eight hours before showing signs of wear.
FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Formula Overview
$13.00/0.01 oz. – $1300.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to be “long-lasting” and “waterproof” with color that “wont smudge, flake, or crack” with “one-stroke application without skipping” that delivers “vibrant color.” Well, those are the kind of claims you’d expect for a top tier eyeliner formula, but these are definitely more like two strokes–or overlapping strokes–to get more semi-opaque to opaque color. Some shades layered better than others; the “glitter” finish was the worst-performing–sheerer and less readily built up.
The texture was barely creamy but on the stiffer side, particularly with some of the lighter mattes, which I noticed were more prone to snapping off at the tip. These don’t contain much product, which is consistent and typical for twist-up eyeliners, so that’s not ideal as there isn’t a whole lot of product to waste! They tended not to tug noticeably on my lower lash line, but they didn’t have as much as glide as more eyeliners have these days (which some may prefer!).
They wore decently; they were relatively waterproof and lasted between eight and nine hours on average. I didn’t have issues with smudging or flaking.
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Ingredients
Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Mica, Trisiloxane, Synthetic Wax, Dimethicone, CI 77491 (Iron Oxides), CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide), Stearoxymethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer, Phenylpropyldimethylsiloxysilicate, Silica, Polyethylene, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, CI 77499 (Iron Oxides), Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax, CI 75470 (Carmine), Polyhydroxystearic Acid, CI 77492 (Iron Oxides), Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Talc, Tin Oxide, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Propylene Carbonate, C20-24 Olefin, Dicalcium Phosphate, CI 77000 (Aluminum Powder), Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate.
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.
8.5
Product
7
Pigmentation
8.5
Texture
8.5
Longevity
5
Application
Gold Metallic
Sephora Gold Metallic Ultimate Gel Waterproof Eyeliner Pencil ($13.00 for 0.01 oz.) is a medium-dark gold with strong, warm undertones and a metallic sheen. It had sheer pigmentation in a single pass, which was buildable to semi-opaque coverage that was fairly even but could have been better. The consistency was slightly thin, barely creamy but wasn’t prone to tugging. It stayed on decently for eight hours on me.
FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- Urban Decay Goldrush (P, $22.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Amber (LE, $22.00) is more shimmery, brighter (85% similar).
- Chanel Or Antique (48) (P, $34.00) is more shimmery, lighter (85% similar).
- ColourPop Fade Away (LE, $5.00) is lighter, cooler (80% similar).
- Urban Decay Goldmine (P, $22.00) is lighter, cooler (80% similar).
Formula Overview
$13.00/0.01 oz. – $1300.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to be “long-lasting” and “waterproof” with color that “wont smudge, flake, or crack” with “one-stroke application without skipping” that delivers “vibrant color.” Well, those are the kind of claims you’d expect for a top tier eyeliner formula, but these are definitely more like two strokes–or overlapping strokes–to get more semi-opaque to opaque color. Some shades layered better than others; the “glitter” finish was the worst-performing–sheerer and less readily built up.
The texture was barely creamy but on the stiffer side, particularly with some of the lighter mattes, which I noticed were more prone to snapping off at the tip. These don’t contain much product, which is consistent and typical for twist-up eyeliners, so that’s not ideal as there isn’t a whole lot of product to waste! They tended not to tug noticeably on my lower lash line, but they didn’t have as much as glide as more eyeliners have these days (which some may prefer!).
They wore decently; they were relatively waterproof and lasted between eight and nine hours on average. I didn’t have issues with smudging or flaking.
Browse all of our Sephora Ultimate Gel Waterproof Eyeliner Pencil swatches.
Ingredients
Trimethylsiloxysilicate, CI 77400 (Bronze Powder), Trisiloxane, Synthetic Wax, Dimethicone, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Silica, Mica, Stearoxymethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer, Phenylpropyldimethylsiloxysilicate, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide), Polyethylene, Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax, CI 77491 (Iron Oxides), Disteardimonium Hectorite, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Propylene Carbonate, CI 42090 (Blue 1 Lake), Tin Oxide, Dicalcium Phosphate, CI 77000 (Aluminum Powder), Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate.
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.
5
Pigmentation
8.5
Longevity
4.5
Application
Copper Metallic
Sephora Copper Metallic Ultimate Gel Waterproof Eyeliner Pencil ($13.00 for 0.01 oz.) is a brighter, medium-dark red-copper with strong, warm undertones and a pearly sheen. It had semi-sheer to medium color coverage, which was buildable to semi-opaque pigmentation.
The texture was slightly stiffer and thinner, which wasn’t the most comfortable to use on my skin. It wore well for eight hours before thinning noticeably.
FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Formula Overview
$13.00/0.01 oz. – $1300.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to be “long-lasting” and “waterproof” with color that “wont smudge, flake, or crack” with “one-stroke application without skipping” that delivers “vibrant color.” Well, those are the kind of claims you’d expect for a top tier eyeliner formula, but these are definitely more like two strokes–or overlapping strokes–to get more semi-opaque to opaque color. Some shades layered better than others; the “glitter” finish was the worst-performing–sheerer and less readily built up.
The texture was barely creamy but on the stiffer side, particularly with some of the lighter mattes, which I noticed were more prone to snapping off at the tip. These don’t contain much product, which is consistent and typical for twist-up eyeliners, so that’s not ideal as there isn’t a whole lot of product to waste! They tended not to tug noticeably on my lower lash line, but they didn’t have as much as glide as more eyeliners have these days (which some may prefer!).
They wore decently; they were relatively waterproof and lasted between eight and nine hours on average. I didn’t have issues with smudging or flaking.
Browse all of our Sephora Ultimate Gel Waterproof Eyeliner Pencil swatches.
Ingredients
Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Mica, Trisiloxane, Synthetic Wax, Dimethicone, CI 77491 (Iron Oxides), Dicalcium Phosphate, Silica, Stearoxymethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer, Phenylpropyldimethylsiloxysilicate, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide), Polyethylene, Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, CI 77510 (Ferric Ammonium Ferrocyanide), CI 75470 (Carmine), Disteardimonium Hectorite, Propylene Carbonate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Tin Oxide.
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.
5
Pigmentation
7.5
Texture
8.5
Longevity
4
Application
Bronze Metallic
Sephora Bronze Metallic Ultimate Gel Waterproof Eyeliner Pencil ($13.00 for 0.01 oz.) is a darker, coppery brown with warm undertones and flecks of gold sparkle. It had sheer color payoff that had to be built up and layered (three or four passes) to get to mostly opaque, even coverage.
The fact that it got to even coverage was the more important part as that has been something I’ve struggled with in this formula. The texture was lightly emollient, so it was comfortable enough to work with. It lasted for eight hours before showing signs of fading.
FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- ColourPop Macrame (LE, $5.00) is cooler (95% similar).
- MAC Naked Bond (P, $21.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- ColourPop Nut (LE, $7.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Sephora Golden Hour (59) (P, $11.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- NARS Rodeo Drive (P, $24.00) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- Sephora Brass Metallic (P, $13.00) is lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- ColourPop Bronze Touch (LE, $9.00) is more shimmery, darker (85% similar).
- ColourPop The Rose Standard (LE, $9.00) is more shimmery, cooler (80% similar).
- MAC Lion Babe (LE, $21.00) is more shimmery, lighter, brighter (80% similar).
Formula Overview
$13.00/0.01 oz. – $1300.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to be “long-lasting” and “waterproof” with color that “wont smudge, flake, or crack” with “one-stroke application without skipping” that delivers “vibrant color.” Well, those are the kind of claims you’d expect for a top tier eyeliner formula, but these are definitely more like two strokes–or overlapping strokes–to get more semi-opaque to opaque color. Some shades layered better than others; the “glitter” finish was the worst-performing–sheerer and less readily built up.
The texture was barely creamy but on the stiffer side, particularly with some of the lighter mattes, which I noticed were more prone to snapping off at the tip. These don’t contain much product, which is consistent and typical for twist-up eyeliners, so that’s not ideal as there isn’t a whole lot of product to waste! They tended not to tug noticeably on my lower lash line, but they didn’t have as much as glide as more eyeliners have these days (which some may prefer!).
They wore decently; they were relatively waterproof and lasted between eight and nine hours on average. I didn’t have issues with smudging or flaking.
Browse all of our Sephora Ultimate Gel Waterproof Eyeliner Pencil swatches.
Ingredients
Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Trisiloxane, Mica, Synthetic Wax, Dimethicone, CI 77499 (Iron Oxides), CI 77491 (Iron Oxides), Dicalcium Phosphate, Silica, Stearoxymethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer, Phenylpropyldimethylsiloxysilicate, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Polyethylene, Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax, CI 77510 (Ferric Ammonium Ferrocyanide), CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide), Disteardimonium Hectorite, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, CI 77266 (Black 2) [nano], Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Propylene Carbonate.
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.
4.5
Pigmentation
8.5
Longevity
4.5
Application
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