Coffee Talk (Deep)
Sydney Grace Coffee Talk (Deep) 9-Pan Eyeshadow Palette ($33.00 for 0.54 oz.) is a new, muted neutral palette from the brand that include five matte eyeshadows and four shimmer eyeshadows. All nine shades were consistent with the brand’s eyeshadow performance–pigmented, blendable, long-wearing–and the palette itself coordinated well with a good level of depth across the shades.
9.5
Product
9.5
Pigmentation
9.5
Texture
9
Longevity
5
Application
Crema (Deep)
Crema (Deep) is a light copper with strong, warm orange undertones and a bright, metallic finish. It had rich pigmentation in a single layer, which adhered evenly to bare skin and blended out with ease. The texture was smooth, dense without being too thick or difficult to pick up. It lasted well for nine hours before fading a bit.
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for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- Charlotte Tilbury Copper Charge #1 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, cooler (95% similar).
- Dior Golden Day #1 (PiP, ) is cooler (95% similar).
- ColourPop Save It For Later (P, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- NARS Endless (DC, $25.00) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Viseart Suede (PiP, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Half Baked (P, $19.00) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Sunset Chaser (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- NABLA Cosmetics Fabric (PiP, ) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- Sephora Demanding (31) (P, $9.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- NARS Morongo (LE, $19.00) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.00/0.06 oz. – $100.00 Per Ounce
The shimmer eyeshadows are more consistent in pigmentation with the majority of shades having opaque color coverage. The more metallic/sparkly the shade is, the creamier and more emollient the eyeshadow felt in the pan, which often yielded really smooth application and good adherence to the lid, though a few worked better with a fingertip or a dampened brush for true-to-pan color or to get a truer finish/sheen.
Most shades, however, worked well with brushes, and I didn’t have trouble applying or blending out most of the shimmer shades. The more satin to pearl like finishes tend to feel a little thinner but blend out well. These shades wore between eight and nine hours on me with some of the more foiled-like shades creasing noticeably at the end (and the less foiled-like ones fading).
Browse all of our Sydney Grace Pressed Pigment Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
Silk Mica (Mica (77019), Boron Nitride, L-Lysine Mica (Mica 77019 and Lauroyl Lysine), Carnauba Mica (Mica 77019 and Carnauba Wax), Magnesium Stearate, Magnesium Myristate, Zinc Stearate ((+/- Mica (77019), Fractionated Coconut Oil (Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Chromium Hydroxide Green (CI77289), Chromium Green (CI77288), Iron Oxide (CI 77499, 77491, 77492), Tin Oxide (CI 778161), Manganese Violet (CI 77742), Ferric Ferrocyanide (CI 77510), Ultramarines (77007), Silica, Synthetic Flurophylogopite, Zinc (CI 77947), Bronze and Copper Powder (CI 77400), Nylon 12, Carmine (75470), Aluminum (77000) Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, and Hexylene Glycol
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10
Product
10
Pigmentation
10
Texture
9.5
Longevity
5
Application
Frappe (Deep)
Frappe (Deep) is a medium brown with moderate, warm undertones and a matte finish. It had nearly opaque color coverage in a single layer, which was easily built up to full coverage with less than a second layer. The consistency was soft, blendable, and not too powdery nor too firmly-pressed into the pan. It stayed on well for eight and a half hours before fading noticeably.
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Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- Fenty Beauty Nudy Booty (PiP, ) is darker (95% similar).
- Viseart Latte (PiP, ) is darker (95% similar).
- NARS Bengali (P, $19.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Viseart Nue (PiP, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Marc Jacobs Beauty Daddi-O (P, $29.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Drip (PiP, $19.00) is warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop $10 Latte (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Kaja Cocoa Dip (PiP, ) is darker (90% similar).
- Kaja Rich Espresso (PiP, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Sephora Flax (LE, ) is lighter, cooler (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$5.00/0.06 oz. – $83.33 Per Ounce
The matte eyeshadows tend to be pigmented (typically semi-opaque or opaque, often buildable if they aren’t opaque) with a soft, more velvety texture that has slight slip but isn’t so thick that it gets difficult to use, applies unevenly, or has a lot of fallout. I’ve found that most of the matte eyeshadows apply and blend out without much effort but a few may take a bit more effort to diffuse along the edges. The matte formula tends to wear between eight and eight and a half hours on me.
Browse all of our Sydney Grace Matte Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
Silk Mica (Mica (77019), Boron Nitride, L-Lysine Mica (Mica 77019 and Lauroyl Lysine), Carnauba Mica (Mica 77019 and Carnauba Wax), Magnesium Stearate, Magnesium Myristate, Zinc Stearate ((+/- Mica (77019), Fractionated Coconut Oil (Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Chromium Hydroxide Green (CI77289), Chromium Green (CI77288), Iron Oxide (CI 77499, 77491, 77492), Tin Oxide (CI 778161), Manganese Violet (CI 77742), Ferric Ferrocyanide (CI 77510), Ultramarines (77007), Silica, Synthetic Flurophylogopite, Zinc (CI 77947), Bronze and Copper Powder (CI 77400), Nylon 12, Carmine (75470), Aluminum (77000) Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, and Hexylene Glycol
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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.
9.5
Product
9.5
Pigmentation
9.5
Texture
9
Longevity
5
Application
Macchiato
Macchiato is a medium, taupe-brown with warmer undertones and a matte finish. The eyeshadow had a soft, lightly powdery consistency that was blendable and easy to work with as it wasn’t prone to fallout or sheering out too readily. It had nearly opaque color payoff that was easily built up to full coverage if desired. This shade showed signs of fading after eight and a half hours of wear.
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Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- Sydney Grace Golden Wheat (PiP, $5.00) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Americano (LE, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Relax (P, $5.00) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Velveteen (PiP, $4.50) is lighter (90% similar).
- ColourPop Taboo (PiP, $4.50) is cooler (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Death Moth (LE, $5.00) is lighter, more muted (85% similar).
- Smashbox Greige (P, $22.00) is darker, cooler (85% similar).
- NABLA Cosmetics Camelot (P, $8.00) is darker, cooler (85% similar).
- Milani Smokin’ Hot (PiP, $5.99) is lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- Marc Jacobs Beauty O Boy (600) (LE, $29.00) is lighter, more muted, cooler (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$5.00/0.06 oz. – $83.33 Per Ounce
The matte eyeshadows tend to be pigmented (typically semi-opaque or opaque, often buildable if they aren’t opaque) with a soft, more velvety texture that has slight slip but isn’t so thick that it gets difficult to use, applies unevenly, or has a lot of fallout. I’ve found that most of the matte eyeshadows apply and blend out without much effort but a few may take a bit more effort to diffuse along the edges. The matte formula tends to wear between eight and eight and a half hours on me.
Browse all of our Sydney Grace Matte Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
Silk Mica (Mica (77019), Boron Nitride, L-Lysine Mica (Mica 77019 and Lauroyl Lysine), Carnauba Mica (Mica 77019 and Carnauba Wax), Magnesium Stearate, Magnesium Myristate, Zinc Stearate ((+/- Mica (77019), Fractionated Coconut Oil (Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Chromium Hydroxide Green (CI77289), Chromium Green (CI77288), Iron Oxide (CI 77499, 77491, 77492), Tin Oxide (CI 778161), Manganese Violet (CI 77742), Ferric Ferrocyanide (CI 77510), Ultramarines (77007), Silica, Synthetic Flurophylogopite, Zinc (CI 77947), Bronze and Copper Powder (CI 77400), Nylon 12, Carmine (75470), Aluminum (77000) Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, and Hexylene Glycol
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9.5
Product
9.5
Pigmentation
9.5
Texture
9
Longevity
5
Application
Cold Brew (Deep)
Cold Brew (Deep) is a light, grayish-taupe with neutral undertones and a matte finish. It had a soft, smooth consistency that wasn’t too firmly nor too loosely-pressed into the pan, so it had very minimal kickup when picked up and no fallout during blending. It had opaque coverage that lasted nicely for eight hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- Chanel Blurry Grey #1 (PiP, ) is warmer (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Glam (323CM) (PiP, ) is darker (90% similar).
- MAC Tailor Grey (P, $23.00) is lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- ColourPop Take the Lead (LE, $4.50) is lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- Milani Slate All Day (PiP, $5.99) is more shimmery, lighter (85% similar).
- MAC Sweet Dreams (LE, $17.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- Lethal Cosmetics Unearthed (P, $6.00) is lighter, cooler (80% similar).
- Smashbox Grey Bae (PiP, ) is lighter, cooler (80% similar).
Formula Overview
$5.00/0.06 oz. – $83.33 Per Ounce
The matte eyeshadows tend to be pigmented (typically semi-opaque or opaque, often buildable if they aren’t opaque) with a soft, more velvety texture that has slight slip but isn’t so thick that it gets difficult to use, applies unevenly, or has a lot of fallout. I’ve found that most of the matte eyeshadows apply and blend out without much effort but a few may take a bit more effort to diffuse along the edges. The matte formula tends to wear between eight and eight and a half hours on me.
Browse all of our Sydney Grace Matte Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
Silk Mica (Mica (77019), Boron Nitride, L-Lysine Mica (Mica 77019 and Lauroyl Lysine), Carnauba Mica (Mica 77019 and Carnauba Wax), Magnesium Stearate, Magnesium Myristate, Zinc Stearate ((+/- Mica (77019), Fractionated Coconut Oil (Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Chromium Hydroxide Green (CI77289), Chromium Green (CI77288), Iron Oxide (CI 77499, 77491, 77492), Tin Oxide (CI 778161), Manganese Violet (CI 77742), Ferric Ferrocyanide (CI 77510), Ultramarines (77007), Silica, Synthetic Flurophylogopite, Zinc (CI 77947), Bronze and Copper Powder (CI 77400), Nylon 12, Carmine (75470), Aluminum (77000) Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, and Hexylene Glycol
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.
9.5
Product
10
Pigmentation
9.5
Texture
9
Longevity
5
Application
Java
Java is a medium-dark taupe-brown with subtle, warm undertones and a matte finish. The eyeshadow had opaque color coverage paired with a soft, smooth, and bendable texture that wasn’t too powdery nor too firmly-pressed into the pan, which made it easy to work with. There were signs of fading visible after eight and a half hours of wear.
FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- ColourPop Fickle Fate (PiP, $4.50) is lighter, warmer (95% similar).
- NARS Bali (P, $19.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- Terra Moons Decadent (P, $6.00) is warmer (95% similar).
- Lethal Cosmetics Kindlewood (P, $6.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- MAC Cool Complement (PiP, $17.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Too Faced Maple Syrup (LE, $16.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Anastasia B5 (Norvina Vol. 4) (LE, ) is lighter (90% similar).
- Chanel Deep #3 (PiP, ) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Makeup Atelier Natural Chestnut #4 (P, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Clarins Brown #2 (PiP, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.00/0.06 oz. – $100.00 Per Ounce
The shimmer eyeshadows are more consistent in pigmentation with the majority of shades having opaque color coverage. The more metallic/sparkly the shade is, the creamier and more emollient the eyeshadow felt in the pan, which often yielded really smooth application and good adherence to the lid, though a few worked better with a fingertip or a dampened brush for true-to-pan color or to get a truer finish/sheen.
Most shades, however, worked well with brushes, and I didn’t have trouble applying or blending out most of the shimmer shades. The more satin to pearl like finishes tend to feel a little thinner but blend out well. These shades wore between eight and nine hours on me with some of the more foiled-like shades creasing noticeably at the end (and the less foiled-like ones fading).
Browse all of our Sydney Grace Pressed Pigment Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
Silk Mica (Mica (77019), Boron Nitride, L-Lysine Mica (Mica 77019 and Lauroyl Lysine), Carnauba Mica (Mica 77019 and Carnauba Wax), Magnesium Stearate, Magnesium Myristate, Zinc Stearate ((+/- Mica (77019), Fractionated Coconut Oil (Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Chromium Hydroxide Green (CI77289), Chromium Green (CI77288), Iron Oxide (CI 77499, 77491, 77492), Tin Oxide (CI 778161), Manganese Violet (CI 77742), Ferric Ferrocyanide (CI 77510), Ultramarines (77007), Silica, Synthetic Flurophylogopite, Zinc (CI 77947), Bronze and Copper Powder (CI 77400), Nylon 12, Carmine (75470), Aluminum (77000) Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, and Hexylene Glycol
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
9
Longevity
5
Application
Espresso (Deep)
Espresso (Deep) is a blackened taupe with subtle, cool undertones and a matte finish. It had semi-opaque, buildable pigmentation that applied more evenly and intensely in practice (on the lid) than initially swatched. The texture was silky, smooth, and more finely-milled than most of the brand’s shades. It wore well for eight and a half hours before fading noticeably.
FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- ColourPop Sad Girl (PiP, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar).
- Jouer Ash Brown (PiP, ) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- MAC Cocktail Black (LE, $17.00) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- Pat McGrath Xtreme Dusk (PiP, $25.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Spyder (LE, $5.00) is warmer (90% similar).
- Marc Jacobs Beauty Everywhere (PiP, ) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Buxom Unapologetic (P, $12.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Tarte Charcoal Sketch (LE, ) is cooler (90% similar).
- Dior Grand Bal #3 (PiP, ) is more shimmery (90% similar).
- MAC First Class (LE, $17.00) is cooler (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$5.00/0.06 oz. – $83.33 Per Ounce
The matte eyeshadows tend to be pigmented (typically semi-opaque or opaque, often buildable if they aren’t opaque) with a soft, more velvety texture that has slight slip but isn’t so thick that it gets difficult to use, applies unevenly, or has a lot of fallout. I’ve found that most of the matte eyeshadows apply and blend out without much effort but a few may take a bit more effort to diffuse along the edges. The matte formula tends to wear between eight and eight and a half hours on me.
Browse all of our Sydney Grace Matte Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
Silk Mica (Mica (77019), Boron Nitride, L-Lysine Mica (Mica 77019 and Lauroyl Lysine), Carnauba Mica (Mica 77019 and Carnauba Wax), Magnesium Stearate, Magnesium Myristate, Zinc Stearate ((+/- Mica (77019), Fractionated Coconut Oil (Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Chromium Hydroxide Green (CI77289), Chromium Green (CI77288), Iron Oxide (CI 77499, 77491, 77492), Tin Oxide (CI 778161), Manganese Violet (CI 77742), Ferric Ferrocyanide (CI 77510), Ultramarines (77007), Silica, Synthetic Flurophylogopite, Zinc (CI 77947), Bronze and Copper Powder (CI 77400), Nylon 12, Carmine (75470), Aluminum (77000) Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, and Hexylene Glycol
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
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8.5
Pigmentation
9.5
Texture
9
Longevity
5
Application
Ristretto
Ristretto is a light-medium, golden pewter with warm undertones and a bright, metallic finish. The eyeshadow had full color coverage in a single layer, which applied evenly to bare skin and blended out with ease. The consistency was smooth, moderately dense but not overly thick, and picked up well with a brush. It lasted well for nine hours before fading a bit.
FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- Give Me Glow 90s (PiP, $7.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Pat McGrath Metallurgy (LE, $25.00) is darker (90% similar).
- Dominique Cosmetics Espresso (PiP, ) is darker (90% similar).
- Terra Moons Caesium (P, $6.00) is darker (90% similar).
- NARS Kauai I (PiP, $19.00) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- NARS Stud (P, $22.00) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Coloured Raine Amazon Basin (LE, $6.99) is darker (85% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics No Regrets (LE, ) is darker, cooler (85% similar).
- Give Me Glow Icy Frap (P, $7.00) is more shimmery, cooler (85% similar).
- Sydney Grace Wondrous Knight (PiP, $6.00) is darker, cooler (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.00/0.06 oz. – $100.00 Per Ounce
The shimmer eyeshadows are more consistent in pigmentation with the majority of shades having opaque color coverage. The more metallic/sparkly the shade is, the creamier and more emollient the eyeshadow felt in the pan, which often yielded really smooth application and good adherence to the lid, though a few worked better with a fingertip or a dampened brush for true-to-pan color or to get a truer finish/sheen.
Most shades, however, worked well with brushes, and I didn’t have trouble applying or blending out most of the shimmer shades. The more satin to pearl like finishes tend to feel a little thinner but blend out well. These shades wore between eight and nine hours on me with some of the more foiled-like shades creasing noticeably at the end (and the less foiled-like ones fading).
Browse all of our Sydney Grace Pressed Pigment Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
Silk Mica (Mica (77019), Boron Nitride, L-Lysine Mica (Mica 77019 and Lauroyl Lysine), Carnauba Mica (Mica 77019 and Carnauba Wax), Magnesium Stearate, Magnesium Myristate, Zinc Stearate ((+/- Mica (77019), Fractionated Coconut Oil (Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Chromium Hydroxide Green (CI77289), Chromium Green (CI77288), Iron Oxide (CI 77499, 77491, 77492), Tin Oxide (CI 778161), Manganese Violet (CI 77742), Ferric Ferrocyanide (CI 77510), Ultramarines (77007), Silica, Synthetic Flurophylogopite, Zinc (CI 77947), Bronze and Copper Powder (CI 77400), Nylon 12, Carmine (75470), Aluminum (77000) Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, and Hexylene Glycol
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
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10
Product
10
Pigmentation
10
Texture
9.5
Longevity
5
Application
Latte
Latte is a medium bronze with moderate, warm undertones and a metallic finish. It was richly pigmented with a smooth, cream-like consistency that was dense but not thick, so it “melted” once on the lid and looked very smooth and seamless. It stayed on well for nine hours before fading noticeably.
FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- Chanel Patine Bronze (840) (P, $36.00) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Giorgio Armani Incognito #4 (PiP, ) is warmer (90% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury Bejewelled (Seduce Glow Smoke) (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Clionadh Caribou (P, $6.00) is darker (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Palladium (316M) (PiP, $29.00) is warmer (90% similar).
- NABLA Cosmetics Archetype (PiP, $8.00) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- KVD Beauty Copper (LE, ) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Givenchy Palette Ors Audacieux #2 (LE, ) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- MAC Golden Petals Scattering (LE, $17.00) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Anastasia Paris (LE, $12.00) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.00/0.06 oz. – $100.00 Per Ounce
The shimmer eyeshadows are more consistent in pigmentation with the majority of shades having opaque color coverage. The more metallic/sparkly the shade is, the creamier and more emollient the eyeshadow felt in the pan, which often yielded really smooth application and good adherence to the lid, though a few worked better with a fingertip or a dampened brush for true-to-pan color or to get a truer finish/sheen.
Most shades, however, worked well with brushes, and I didn’t have trouble applying or blending out most of the shimmer shades. The more satin to pearl like finishes tend to feel a little thinner but blend out well. These shades wore between eight and nine hours on me with some of the more foiled-like shades creasing noticeably at the end (and the less foiled-like ones fading).
Browse all of our Sydney Grace Pressed Pigment Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
Silk Mica (Mica (77019), Boron Nitride, L-Lysine Mica (Mica 77019 and Lauroyl Lysine), Carnauba Mica (Mica 77019 and Carnauba Wax), Magnesium Stearate, Magnesium Myristate, Zinc Stearate ((+/- Mica (77019), Fractionated Coconut Oil (Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Chromium Hydroxide Green (CI77289), Chromium Green (CI77288), Iron Oxide (CI 77499, 77491, 77492), Tin Oxide (CI 778161), Manganese Violet (CI 77742), Ferric Ferrocyanide (CI 77510), Ultramarines (77007), Silica, Synthetic Flurophylogopite, Zinc (CI 77947), Bronze and Copper Powder (CI 77400), Nylon 12, Carmine (75470), Aluminum (77000) Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, and Hexylene Glycol
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
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10
Product
10
Pigmentation
10
Texture
9.5
Longevity
5
Application
Cuppa Joe
Cuppa Joe is a blackened olive base with warmer bronze pearl and flecks of sparkle that gave it an intense, metallic finish. The texture was soft, slightly more loosely-pressed but not prone to fallout as long as I pressed the product on initially. It had rich pigmentation that wore nicely for eight and a half hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- Kaja Tiger’s Eye (P, $16.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Glam (333M) (PiP, $29.00) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Drunk Text (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Dose of Colors Slinky (P, $20.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Chanel Silver Screen (822) (LE, $36.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Touch in Sol Aurora Taupe (7) (P, $18.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- ColourPop Constrictor (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Daydreamer (PiP, $4.50) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- MAC Bye Bye Bahamas (LE, $17.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Dior Moonlight #4 (LE, ) is less shimmery, cooler (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.00/0.06 oz. – $100.00 Per Ounce
The shimmer eyeshadows are more consistent in pigmentation with the majority of shades having opaque color coverage. The more metallic/sparkly the shade is, the creamier and more emollient the eyeshadow felt in the pan, which often yielded really smooth application and good adherence to the lid, though a few worked better with a fingertip or a dampened brush for true-to-pan color or to get a truer finish/sheen.
Most shades, however, worked well with brushes, and I didn’t have trouble applying or blending out most of the shimmer shades. The more satin to pearl like finishes tend to feel a little thinner but blend out well. These shades wore between eight and nine hours on me with some of the more foiled-like shades creasing noticeably at the end (and the less foiled-like ones fading).
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Ingredients
Silk Mica (Mica (77019), Boron Nitride, L-Lysine Mica (Mica 77019 and Lauroyl Lysine), Carnauba Mica (Mica 77019 and Carnauba Wax), Magnesium Stearate, Magnesium Myristate, Zinc Stearate ((+/- Mica (77019), Fractionated Coconut Oil (Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Chromium Hydroxide Green (CI77289), Chromium Green (CI77288), Iron Oxide (CI 77499, 77491, 77492), Tin Oxide (CI 778161), Manganese Violet (CI 77742), Ferric Ferrocyanide (CI 77510), Ultramarines (77007), Silica, Synthetic Flurophylogopite, Zinc (CI 77947), Bronze and Copper Powder (CI 77400), Nylon 12, Carmine (75470), Aluminum (77000) Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, and Hexylene Glycol
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Product
10
Pigmentation
9.5
Texture
9
Longevity
5
Application
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