NARS Lhasa Eyeshadow Review, Photos, Swatches
Wednesday, January 11th, 2012
NARS Lhasa Eyeshadow
NARS Spring 2012: Lhasa Eyeshadow
NARS Lhasa Eyeshadow ($24.00 for 0.07 oz.) is described as a “shimmery lavender-gray.” It’s gray, just slightly brown, with a stormy, smoky purple brewing in it. The color payoff is good, though just a touch sheer, but it has a really silky-smooth feeling to the texture. It also adheres really well to the lid. Urban Decay Bust is browner. theBalm Come Hither Heather is grayer, more cool-toned. Estee Lauder Tempting Mocha is lighter. Bare Escentuals Rowdy is a touch lighter. MAC Shale is similar but a touch darker.
NARS’ pressed eyeshadows are supposed to be long-wearing, crease-resistant, and highly pigmented on their own, and they do a good job of staying in place without fading or creasing, but only for around eight hours without a primer, at which time there is very slight fading and noticeable (but not deep) creasing. With a primer, I have no concerns as they last until I take off my makeup.
Where to Buy: NARS on January 13th, $24.00
The Glossover
Admittedly, it seemed more unique when I first swatched it, but there are a fair number of shades that come close to it! If you don't have a shade like it, though, it is extremely versatile. It can be used in a neutral eye as well as a more dramatic, smoky eye.
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NARS Lhasa Eyeshadow
NARS Lhasa Eyeshadow
NARS Lhasa Eyeshadow
NARS Lhasa Eyeshadow
NARS Lhasa Eyeshadow
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Product & Review FAQ
Where can I purchase it? How much is it?
NARS on January 13th, $24.00.
Is it limited edition?
No.
Any dupes?
Urban Decay Bust is browner. theBalm Come Hither Heather is grayer, more cool-toned. Estee Lauder Tempting Mocha is lighter. Bare Escentuals Rowdy is a touch lighter. MAC Shale is similar but a touch darker.
is this by any chance similar to the all gone nars "barbuda" ? my mom loved that shade and is so sad that its gone. she did try mad shale but didnt like it.
I don't think I have Barbuda to compare!
This is right up my alley right now, as soon as Nordstrom has it it's mine :)
Christine, is this anything like Benefit's 'where there's smoke'?
Lovely! Is this similar to MAC's style snob?
I have to get out of this smokey taupe rut, it's all I wear, but now I want this one to add to my collection - it's lovely!
Could the last shadow in the WnW Silent Treatment be a dupe for this e/s? I think I'm in love.
Hey, Christine! How does this compare to the eyelid color from Wet'n'Wild's Silent Treatment trio? Thanks!
It looks like Wet n' Wild Nutty, which I love and its only $1 if you catch a sale. Is it?
This looks a lot like Stray Dog by Urban Decay. Still pretty, though!
it reminds me of nars ashes to ashes
Was there fallout with this color?
No - I would have mentioned if that was an issue as it would have impacted the rating significantly!
It does look like Shale. And Fauve (which someone else mentioned). But I have such a weakness for this sort of colour that I have a feeling I'll end up getting it anyway...
I might have to have this. It reminds me of one of my favorite BB shadows Fawn. The only issue I have with Fawn is how shimmery it is, granted it's a Shimmerwash but still I would love to find something similar but not as shimmery.
Is it anything like Lancome snap?
I don't think I have that, sorry!
How does Lhasa compare to Chanel's Taupe Grise?
Taupe Grise is very gray in comparison.
Hi, is this similar to mac's satin taupe? thanks for your time!
No, not at all.
Is it similar to MAC Style Snob?
I don't know why, but this reminds me of theBalm's Insane Jane (here). Gorgeus! ^^
*Gorgeous ¬¬
Love this mix of purple and grey. Really pleased it is not limited edition too.
I was just wondering how you'd pronounce this shadow, if you know. Would the h be silent or would it be "luh-asa" or "luh-hasa" ?
I had the same question and then checked. Its silent 'H' ,"LA-SA".
Lhasa is a city in Tibet. La-sa.
Also like the dog, Lhasa Apso.
Hi Christine, I was wondering if you have Chanel's Safari eyeshadow and if you do, would you say that Lhasa is similar? Thanks!
Looks a little like MAC Satin Taupe
Love it! I think it would go great with my blue/green eyes. Depending on the colour eyeshadow I wear they seem to change colour.
Reminds me of a slightly less purple NYX Red Bean, which I barely use. A miss for me :(
It looks like Chanel Fauve without the silver glitter.
I agree!
Do you think this is similar to MAC's Shale? Very pretty swatch!
This is in the post!
This looks a lot like MAC's Groundcover from the Fashion Flower collection last year (with shimmer though).
Groundcover is much browner :)
This would make a nice smoky eye. :)
Looks a lot like NARS Ashes to Ashes, but just a touch warmer. Hmm, still kinda want it, even though I have Ashes to Ashes.
This is a really beautiful color, and I could see a gorgeous brown smoky eye with it. I already have Shale, but I'm really tempted by this one! I'll have to think about it. =)
This reminds me of ELF Saddle... even though I don't have it. The colors seem to swatch alike. :) I love this taupe shade, very light, elegant and wearable.
Ooo such a pretty color! I don't have anything like it in my collection... *makes excuse in order to justify buying it, haha!*
Thanks for listing all the similar shades Christine! I thought this one looks REALLY unique but I do have Shale which is apparently only a touch darker. Now I can spend my money on something else lol
I love it. Christine, what do you think does this greyish color go well with blue eyes?
I don't see why not!
I have blue eyes and I really love colors like this. I'd give it a try. I actually want this color myself!
I have Shale and love that one. I often wear it all over the lid for a quick and easy look. It goes great with my blue eyes.
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