Viseart Paris Edit Eyeshadow Palette Review & Swatches
Paris Edit
Viseart Paris Edit Edit Eyeshadow Palette ($39.00 for 0.28 oz.) is a new addition to the brand’s core range that is a riff on the original Paris Nudes 12-pan palette. Overall, the palette applied better than it swatched, which is typical of Viseart’s formula, but I definitely felt like a few shades were under-pigmented and/or more powdery, so it was one of the least impressive Viseart palettes I’ve tried. For the types of tones and shades in the palette, the misses were a surprise.
As someone who loved to the original (one of my all-time favorites for awhile), I found this one to be lacking. Part of what made Paris Nudes special was actually the finer, smoother sheen from each shade, and I felt like this one ran more metallic and included mattes. I don’t know that it recreated the feel of the original but doesn’t feel like it pairs well with the original either. The quality of the original, though mine is from five years ago, was more consistent and performed better for the few shades that overlapped.
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Paris Edit
PPermanent. $39.00.
Petale
Petale is a muted, light-medium pink with strong, warm undertones and a matte finish. It had medium coverage, which was buildable to semi-opaque coverage, but there was enough powderiness to it that I would recommend pairing it with primer to get full coverage out of it. There was a touch of fallout during application, so if I was using it on the brow bone area again, I’d apply it sooner rather than later. The color started to fade noticeably after eight hours of wear.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Grand Finale (PiP, $4.50) is lighter, cooler (95% similar).
- Viseart Eglantine (LE, ) is brighter, warmer (95% similar).
- ColourPop Coy (PiP, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar).
- Viseart Morganite (PiP, ) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Huda Beauty Ruby #1 (LE, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Lisa Eldridge Tea Room (P, $16.00) is warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Lucky You (DC, $4.50) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Huda Beauty Purple Haze #8 (PiP, ) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Give Me Glow At the Beach (P, $7.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Marc Jacobs Beauty The Enigma #5 (PiP, ) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
Formula Overview
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The eyeshadow formula is supposed to be "pigment[ed]" with "smooth and even application" that is "long-lasting." The matte shades are typically semi-opaque to opaque but buildable with soft, velvety textures that can sometimes be a little powdery or slightly firm, depending on the shade. I find that the mattes are often best suited to someone who likes control over pigmentation and may prefer to build up color; they regularly perform better in practice than just swatched on the arm as well.
The shimmer shades range from satin to metallic, and the more metallic shades tend to feel creamier to the touch, while the satin ones have a fine pearl to them that looks almost melted on the lid once blended out. Both the mattes and shimmers are blendable and easy to work with. Most of Viseart's eyeshadows wear between seven and nine hours on me.
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Petale
PiPPermanent in Palette.
Champs-Elysees
Champs-Elysees is a bright, white gold with subtle, warm yellow undertones and a metallic sheen. It had nearly opaque color coverage with a soft consistency that wasn’t pressed too firmly nor too softly into the pan, so it picked up well with a brush but wasn’t prone to fallout. It wore nicely for eight and a half hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- LORAC Unlocked (PiP, $19.00) is more shimmery, brighter (95% similar).
- Zoeva Yet to Come (PiP, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- MAC Fresh Blade (LE, $17.00) is lighter, brighter (95% similar).
- Marc Jacobs Beauty Lights On (LE, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- Makeup Geek Bling (DC, $6.00) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop High Tide (LE, $6.00) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- MAC What's the Pointilism (PiP, $17.00) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- ColourPop High Tide (LE, $6.00) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Urban Decay Snow (LE, $19.00) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Gucci Beauty Tuscan Storm #1 (DC, ) is darker (95% similar).
Formula Overview
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The eyeshadow formula is supposed to be "pigment[ed]" with "smooth and even application" that is "long-lasting." The matte shades are typically semi-opaque to opaque but buildable with soft, velvety textures that can sometimes be a little powdery or slightly firm, depending on the shade. I find that the mattes are often best suited to someone who likes control over pigmentation and may prefer to build up color; they regularly perform better in practice than just swatched on the arm as well.
The shimmer shades range from satin to metallic, and the more metallic shades tend to feel creamier to the touch, while the satin ones have a fine pearl to them that looks almost melted on the lid once blended out. Both the mattes and shimmers are blendable and easy to work with. Most of Viseart's eyeshadows wear between seven and nine hours on me.
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Champs-Elysees
PPermanent.
Creme Brulee (Paris Edit)
Creme Brulee (Paris Edit) is a very light, slightly peachy brown with moderate, warm undertones and a matte finish. It wasn’t as rosy as some lighter browns are, but it wasn’t as orange-toned either, so it was harder to categorize it (possibly “very dark peach” might be more apt; still mulling it over). The texture was soft, smooth, and blendable without being too powdery in the pan. The eyeshadow had rich pigmentation that lasted well for eight and a half hours before fading a bit.
There’s another shade by the same name in the Neutral Mattes Milieu palette, but they were drastically different, so this shade has been added a separate shade. Based on how different they were, it seemed more an issue of using the name twice rather than being that off in reproduction.
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Top Dupes
- MAC Lie Low (LE, $17.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Bad Habit Delirious (PiP, ) is lighter (90% similar).
- IT Cosmetics Adore (P, ) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace San Jose (P, $5.25) is lighter (90% similar).
- Giorgio Armani Nude Smoke (24) (P, $30.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Calling Birds (DC, $5.25) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- LORAC Dance 'Til Dawn Eyeshadow #4 (LE, $19.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- MAC Sugah Stick (LE, $17.00) is darker, more muted (85% similar).
- Milani Totally Fawn of You (PiP, $5.99) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
- NARS Ring My Bell (LE, $19.00) is darker (85% similar).
Formula Overview
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The eyeshadow formula is supposed to be "pigment[ed]" with "smooth and even application" that is "long-lasting." The matte shades are typically semi-opaque to opaque but buildable with soft, velvety textures that can sometimes be a little powdery or slightly firm, depending on the shade. I find that the mattes are often best suited to someone who likes control over pigmentation and may prefer to build up color; they regularly perform better in practice than just swatched on the arm as well.
The shimmer shades range from satin to metallic, and the more metallic shades tend to feel creamier to the touch, while the satin ones have a fine pearl to them that looks almost melted on the lid once blended out. Both the mattes and shimmers are blendable and easy to work with. Most of Viseart's eyeshadows wear between seven and nine hours on me.
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Creme Brulee (Paris Edit)
PiPPermanent in Palette.
Fleur
Fleur is a muted, medium-dark mauve with neutral-to-cool undertones and a matte finish. It had buildable coverage from semi-opaque to opaque pigmentation in two layers. The texture was soft, blendable, and smooth without being too firmly nor too softly pressed into the pan. The color applied evenly and wore well for eight and a half hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Viseart Potion (LE, ) is lighter, cooler (95% similar).
- Jouer Aubergine (PiP, ) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (95% similar).
- Blackbird Cosmetics Vintage (DC, $8.00) is warmer (95% similar).
- Dior Tutu #3 (PiP, ) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Mariposa (PiP, $4.50) is more shimmery, warmer (80% similar).
- Makeup Atelier Wood Pink #4 (P, ) is more muted, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Tuile (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- ColourPop Tang (P, $6.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- MAC Ribbon Realness (LE, $17.00) is darker, more muted, warmer (90% similar).
- Persona Chic (PiP, ) is warmer (90% similar).
Formula Overview
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The eyeshadow formula is supposed to be "pigment[ed]" with "smooth and even application" that is "long-lasting." The matte shades are typically semi-opaque to opaque but buildable with soft, velvety textures that can sometimes be a little powdery or slightly firm, depending on the shade. I find that the mattes are often best suited to someone who likes control over pigmentation and may prefer to build up color; they regularly perform better in practice than just swatched on the arm as well.
The shimmer shades range from satin to metallic, and the more metallic shades tend to feel creamier to the touch, while the satin ones have a fine pearl to them that looks almost melted on the lid once blended out. Both the mattes and shimmers are blendable and easy to work with. Most of Viseart's eyeshadows wear between seven and nine hours on me.
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Fleur
PiPPermanent in Palette.
Opera
Opera is a brighter, light-medium pink with warm undertones and a metallic finish. The eyeshadow yielded opaque coverage, while the texture felt a little creamier and thicker, but it was more loosely-pressed so I had to be careful to press and pat it into place to avoid light fallout. There were signs of fading after eight and a half hours of wear.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Tarte Pop Art Princess (LE, ) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- MAC Love Yourself (P, $22.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Sephora Rose (LE, ) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Too Faced Glistening Peach (PiP, $16.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Sephora Into the Sunset (382) (P, $9.00) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Coloured Raine Hi Cutie (LE, $6.99) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Huda Beauty Daydream (PiP, ) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty Venus Rising (LE, $46.00) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Viseart Changeling (LE, ) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- Giorgio Armani Rose Reflection (33) (DC, $39.00) is darker, cooler (85% similar).
Formula Overview
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The eyeshadow formula is supposed to be "pigment[ed]" with "smooth and even application" that is "long-lasting." The matte shades are typically semi-opaque to opaque but buildable with soft, velvety textures that can sometimes be a little powdery or slightly firm, depending on the shade. I find that the mattes are often best suited to someone who likes control over pigmentation and may prefer to build up color; they regularly perform better in practice than just swatched on the arm as well.
The shimmer shades range from satin to metallic, and the more metallic shades tend to feel creamier to the touch, while the satin ones have a fine pearl to them that looks almost melted on the lid once blended out. Both the mattes and shimmers are blendable and easy to work with. Most of Viseart's eyeshadows wear between seven and nine hours on me.
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Opera
PiPPermanent in Palette.
Beaux-Arts
Beaux-Arts is a light-medium copper with warmer undertones and a soft, frosted finish. It seemed slightly drier and less firmly-pressed, so there was some tendency to sheer out, light fallout, and a bit of excess that kicked up in the pan. It had semi-opaque, buildable coverage that lasted well for eight hours.
The color seemed to be a little more muted, less opaque, and rustier (not as golden) compared to the original I have from five or so years ago.
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Top Dupes
- Ciate Gold (LE, ) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Too Faced Bon Bon (Semi-Sweet Palette) (PiP, $16.00) is darker (95% similar).
- bareMinerals Gold Leaf (LE, ) is less shimmery, cooler (95% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty De La Creme #2 (PiP, ) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- L'Oreal Sunset Seine (P, $5.99) is cooler (95% similar).
- Chanel Blurry Green #1 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- Chanel Grandeur (56) (LE, $30.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Dior Rivage #3 (LE, ) is darker (90% similar).
- Make Up For Ever ME700 Amber (DC, $21.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- ColourPop Fling (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
Formula Overview
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The eyeshadow formula is supposed to be "pigment[ed]" with "smooth and even application" that is "long-lasting." The matte shades are typically semi-opaque to opaque but buildable with soft, velvety textures that can sometimes be a little powdery or slightly firm, depending on the shade. I find that the mattes are often best suited to someone who likes control over pigmentation and may prefer to build up color; they regularly perform better in practice than just swatched on the arm as well.
The shimmer shades range from satin to metallic, and the more metallic shades tend to feel creamier to the touch, while the satin ones have a fine pearl to them that looks almost melted on the lid once blended out. Both the mattes and shimmers are blendable and easy to work with. Most of Viseart's eyeshadows wear between seven and nine hours on me.
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Beaux-Arts
PiPPermanent in Palette.
Tulle
Tulle is a light-medium coral with warmer undertones and a matte finish. The texture was moderately powdery, so there was light fallout during application and a tendency to sheer out. It was better built up over primer, but I was able to get to semi-opaque coverage in two layers without primer. It wore well for eight hours before fading noticeably.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Viseart Petal (PiP, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Floral Feels (LE, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar).
- Makeup by Mario Ethereal Eyes #7 (LE, ) is cooler (95% similar).
- Urban Decay Introvert (P, $19.00) is cooler (95% similar).
- Milani Always Pink of Me (PiP, $5.99) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Goodbye Butterfly (LE, $6.00) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- MAC Shell Peach (P, $17.00) is warmer (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Picking Peaches (P, $5.25) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Moon Castle (LE, $4.50) is lighter (90% similar).
- Huda Beauty Neon Green #8 (LE, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
Formula Overview
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The eyeshadow formula is supposed to be "pigment[ed]" with "smooth and even application" that is "long-lasting." The matte shades are typically semi-opaque to opaque but buildable with soft, velvety textures that can sometimes be a little powdery or slightly firm, depending on the shade. I find that the mattes are often best suited to someone who likes control over pigmentation and may prefer to build up color; they regularly perform better in practice than just swatched on the arm as well.
The shimmer shades range from satin to metallic, and the more metallic shades tend to feel creamier to the touch, while the satin ones have a fine pearl to them that looks almost melted on the lid once blended out. Both the mattes and shimmers are blendable and easy to work with. Most of Viseart's eyeshadows wear between seven and nine hours on me.
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Tulle
PiPPermanent in Palette.
Cerise
Cerise is a muted, medium-dark burgundy with warm undertones and flecks of micro-sparkle over a matte finish. The texture was slightly drier with some powderiness, though it applied evenly and blended out well. It was the kind of shade that seems like it would be problematic but ended up better applied than merely swatched. There was some unintended diffusion of sparkles beyond where I was blending, though. It stayed on well for eight and a half hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- NARS Real Surreal (LE, $28.00) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (95% similar).
- ColourPop Shade (LE, $4.50) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Laura Mercier Plumifique (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Make Up For Ever I834 Grape (P, $17.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty Iris Bronze #4 (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- MAC Oh My Mocha! (P, $17.00) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- MAC Kabuki Doll (LE, $17.00) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Pucker Up (PiP, $5.25) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Anastasia Rich Velvet (P, $12.00) is darker (90% similar).
- ColourPop Throw Shade (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
Formula Overview
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The eyeshadow formula is supposed to be "pigment[ed]" with "smooth and even application" that is "long-lasting." The matte shades are typically semi-opaque to opaque but buildable with soft, velvety textures that can sometimes be a little powdery or slightly firm, depending on the shade. I find that the mattes are often best suited to someone who likes control over pigmentation and may prefer to build up color; they regularly perform better in practice than just swatched on the arm as well.
The shimmer shades range from satin to metallic, and the more metallic shades tend to feel creamier to the touch, while the satin ones have a fine pearl to them that looks almost melted on the lid once blended out. Both the mattes and shimmers are blendable and easy to work with. Most of Viseart's eyeshadows wear between seven and nine hours on me.
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Cerise
PiPPermanent in Palette.
Saint Germain
Saint Germain is a medium-dark, purplish-taupe with cool undertones and a pearly sheen. The texture was more emollient and thinner, but it also seemed drier in a way–like the barest crumbles–as it sheered out very readily and was difficult to apply evenly to build up coverage. It wore well for eight hours before fading visibly.
When really heavily packed on and minimally blended, the color was very close to the original I have (from five years ago), but the performance of the one in this palette is much poorer so they don’t quite look the same applied.
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Top Dupes
- MAC Stolen Moment (P, $20.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Laura Mercier Violet Steel (LE, $23.00) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- Chanel Poesie #4 (LE, ) is warmer (90% similar).
- Ardency Inn Disco (DC, $21.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Sephora Don't Get Me Wrong (DC, $10.00) is more shimmery (90% similar).
- MAC Winterized (LE, $21.00) is warmer (90% similar).
- Giorgio Armani #16 (P, $32.00) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Rouge Bunny Rouge Eclipse Eagle (P, $19.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Chanel Tisse Camelia #4 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury The Uptown Girl #4 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
Formula Overview
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The eyeshadow formula is supposed to be "pigment[ed]" with "smooth and even application" that is "long-lasting." The matte shades are typically semi-opaque to opaque but buildable with soft, velvety textures that can sometimes be a little powdery or slightly firm, depending on the shade. I find that the mattes are often best suited to someone who likes control over pigmentation and may prefer to build up color; they regularly perform better in practice than just swatched on the arm as well.
The shimmer shades range from satin to metallic, and the more metallic shades tend to feel creamier to the touch, while the satin ones have a fine pearl to them that looks almost melted on the lid once blended out. Both the mattes and shimmers are blendable and easy to work with. Most of Viseart's eyeshadows wear between seven and nine hours on me.
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Saint Germain
PiPPermanent in Palette.
Marais
Marais is a medium-dark copper with warmer undertones and a metallic sheen. The consistency felt slightly more loosely-pressed, but it applied evenly and blended out well without fallout or sheering out too readily. It had opaque color coverage that wore nicely for eight and a half hours before I noticed signs of fading.
It seemed slightly deeper and more metallic but drier compared to the original I have from five or so years ago.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Up and Atom (P, $4.50) is darker, cooler (95% similar).
- Marc Jacobs Beauty About Last Night No. 03 (LE, ) is cooler (95% similar).
- Anastasia Hot & Cold (LE, $12.00) is darker, more muted, cooler (90% similar).
- LORAC Nude #5 (LE, $19.00) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Lust in Time (LE, $4.50) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Bad Habit Klimt (PiP, ) is less shimmery (90% similar).
- MAC Luscious (LE, $17.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Make Up For Ever D712 Creme Brulee (DC, $21.00) is more shimmery (90% similar).
- Guerlain Majestic Rose #1 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- Makeup Geek Glamorous (DC, $6.00) is less shimmery (90% similar).
Formula Overview
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The eyeshadow formula is supposed to be "pigment[ed]" with "smooth and even application" that is "long-lasting." The matte shades are typically semi-opaque to opaque but buildable with soft, velvety textures that can sometimes be a little powdery or slightly firm, depending on the shade. I find that the mattes are often best suited to someone who likes control over pigmentation and may prefer to build up color; they regularly perform better in practice than just swatched on the arm as well.
The shimmer shades range from satin to metallic, and the more metallic shades tend to feel creamier to the touch, while the satin ones have a fine pearl to them that looks almost melted on the lid once blended out. Both the mattes and shimmers are blendable and easy to work with. Most of Viseart's eyeshadows wear between seven and nine hours on me.
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Marais
PiPPermanent in Palette.
Pirouette
Pirouette is a medium-dark copper with moderate, warm undertones and a bright, metallic finish. It was intensely pigmented with a smooth, creamy consistency that applied evenly to bare skin and blended out well without fallout. It stayed on well for nine hours before creasing faintly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Charlotte Tilbury Icon Day Eyes #2 (LE, ) is less shimmery, cooler (95% similar).
- Moira Fantasy (P, $7.50) is cooler (95% similar).
- ColourPop Hacker (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- NABLA Cosmetics Amarcord (PiP, ) is less shimmery, cooler (95% similar).
- ColourPop Pitter Patter (LE, $4.50) is darker (90% similar).
- Wet 'n' Wild My Glamour Squad #10 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty Electric Cherry #1 (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Hourglass Blaze (P, $29.00) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- Viseart Saturn (GPV2 #11) (LE, ) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Wet 'n' Wild Stop Ruffling My Feathers #3 (LE, ) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
Formula Overview
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The eyeshadow formula is supposed to be "pigment[ed]" with "smooth and even application" that is "long-lasting." The matte shades are typically semi-opaque to opaque but buildable with soft, velvety textures that can sometimes be a little powdery or slightly firm, depending on the shade. I find that the mattes are often best suited to someone who likes control over pigmentation and may prefer to build up color; they regularly perform better in practice than just swatched on the arm as well.
The shimmer shades range from satin to metallic, and the more metallic shades tend to feel creamier to the touch, while the satin ones have a fine pearl to them that looks almost melted on the lid once blended out. Both the mattes and shimmers are blendable and easy to work with. Most of Viseart's eyeshadows wear between seven and nine hours on me.
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Pirouette
PiPPermanent in Palette.
Tuileries (Paris Edit)
Tuileries (Paris Edit) is a medium plum with strong, warm undertones and a pearly sheen. The texture was smooth, lightly creamy, and dense without being too thick. It had excellent color payoff that applied well to bare skin and blended out with ease. This shade lasted well for nine hours before fading visibly.
There is shade by the same name in the Golden Hour palette, but it was a different color entirely–matte black!–so there’s nothing to compare this to, but I wanted to make that clear!
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- NARS Private Eye (LE, $19.00) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (85% similar).
Formula Overview
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The eyeshadow formula is supposed to be "pigment[ed]" with "smooth and even application" that is "long-lasting." The matte shades are typically semi-opaque to opaque but buildable with soft, velvety textures that can sometimes be a little powdery or slightly firm, depending on the shade. I find that the mattes are often best suited to someone who likes control over pigmentation and may prefer to build up color; they regularly perform better in practice than just swatched on the arm as well.
The shimmer shades range from satin to metallic, and the more metallic shades tend to feel creamier to the touch, while the satin ones have a fine pearl to them that looks almost melted on the lid once blended out. Both the mattes and shimmers are blendable and easy to work with. Most of Viseart's eyeshadows wear between seven and nine hours on me.
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For Viseart, this is just not worth my $’s. The quality is just all over the place, even for one of the shades that makes the OG Paris Nudes Palette so special: Saint Germain.
What a mixed bag of results this one is – it’s really quite poor when a brand releases an updated version of a beautiful palette to now turn it into something quite ordinary. What a disappointment it is.
If a brand can’t get a lovely taupe shade right (Saint Germain), it makes you wonder about what is going on in the production process.
A lovely eye look Christine.
Wow! Two C-minus and a D. Not at all what I would have expected from Viseart. I had sort of decided not to buy this palette because I think I can get similar looks with what I already own but now it is a definite no. Thanks, Christine.
I have so much trouble with St Germain! So I was bummed but it’s validating that it’s not just beginner me. ?? But the other colors I’m likely to wear are lovely.
I’m happy that I’m not alone either!
Gee not the best rating.I’m glad I didn’t jump on this one like I usually do with Viseart palettes. This color scheme is so similar to all of the other pinky/mauve eye shadows I own I decided to skip it. I may buy a couple of their new lip glosses though.
I bought this based on how much I love my other edit palettes. Hopefully some primer and foiling or sticky primer with the dud shimmers makes them usable.
Let me know how it works for you, Rachel!
I will!
This is the first Viseart palette that has really spoken to me. Your review makes me rethink investing in it.
Same thing here, I was really looking forward to the review and was planning to buy it but now I probably won’t. 🙁
would you be ok to post new swatches of paris nudes? i know you work a lot
Thanks for the suggestion! Right now, I have the next 2 weeks of swatches that I have to for sure get through that are a higher priority (I can’t plan very far out since I don’t necessarily know what’s coming out when), so I don’t know if or when there will be time to do so (that I could justify taking away from something else). I’m physically only able to swatch so much on my arm before the skin reddens (or dries out/turns flaky), so I have to allocate that time to higher priority items first.
Wow! What a mixed bag of good and bad. Thank you, Christine. This seals the deal for me, and I will be picking up the original Paris Nudes when MuseBeauty has their next sale.
I actually received this palette today and was really underwhelmed by how it looks in person compared to what it looks like online. After ready this review, I’m just going to send it back. You still created an absolutely stunning look.
I actually received this palette today and was really underwhelmed by how it looks in person compared to what it looks like online. After reading this review, I’m just going to send it back. You still created an absolutely stunning look.
In spite of its issues, I still find it stunning!
And having lived in Paris, and been a ballerina, I find the shade names that are being difficult hilariously appropriate! There’s always a problem with Tulle, Les Beaux Arts, and Saint Germain, etc. and Les Tuileries are never the same twice, and so on…
It’ll help me remember when to spritz my brush (or finger) with Evian Water, and the difference between palettes. Autrement, je suis sous le charme. I think this one will be mine.
Lovely little travel palette, but sadly it didn’t do well enough for me to have an interest. I’ve learned from past disappoint when I didn’t follow your ratings B+ or better. (I think only once, maybe twice, have I disagreed with you, so this saves me money.) 😉