Sydney Grace Coffee Talk (Deep) Palette Review & Swatches
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.
Coffee Talk (Deep)
PPermanent. $36.00.
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.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Dior Golden Day #1 (PiP, ) is cooler (95% similar).
- Too Faced Frost Those Buns (LE, $16.00) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (95% similar).
- Moira Showtime (P, $7.50) is cooler (95% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury Copper Charge #1 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, cooler (95% similar).
- ColourPop Save It For Later (P, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- LORAC Meadow (LE, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- NARS Endless (DC, $25.00) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Half Baked (LE, $19.00) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Viseart Suede (PiP, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Beach Bum (P, $6.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.25/0.06 oz. - $104.17 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.
Crema (Deep)
PiPPermanent in Palette. $6.25.
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.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- 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).
- 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).
- 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 Ewa Beach (LE, $4.50) is darker, cooler (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$5.25/0.06 oz. - $87.50 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.
Frappe (Deep)
PiPPermanent in Palette. $5.25.
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.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Americano (LE, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Golden Wheat (PiP, $5.25) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Ur Gutsy (PiP, $4.50) is warmer (95% similar).
- ColourPop Taboo (PiP, $4.50) is cooler (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Relax (P, $5.25) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Gadzooks (LE, $4.50) is cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Velveteen (PiP, $4.50) is lighter (90% similar).
- elf Cool Beans (P, $5.00) is cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Nuts 4 U (LE, $4.50) is darker, cooler (85% similar).
- ColourPop Roundabout (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, cooler (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$5.25/0.06 oz. - $87.50 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.
Macchiato
PiPPermanent in Palette. $5.25.
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).
Top Dupes
- MAC Nippy Taupe Dusk (LE, $17.00) is cooler (95% similar).
- Natasha Denona Glam (323CM) (PiP, ) is darker (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Journey Home (LE, $5.25) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Chanel Blurry Grey #1 (PiP, ) is warmer (90% 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).
- MAC Tailor Grey (P, $23.00) is lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- ColourPop Take the Lead (LE, $4.50) is lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- Olivia Palermo Smoked Chestnut (PiP, ) is darker, cooler (80% similar).
- ColourPop Run and Gun (LE, $4.50) is lighter, cooler (80% similar).
Formula Overview
$5.25/0.06 oz. - $87.50 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.
Cold Brew (Deep)
PiPPermanent in Palette. $5.25.
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).
Top Dupes
- Sydney Grace Love Me (Light) (PiP, $5.25) is warmer (95% similar).
- 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).
- ColourPop Sleepwalker (PiP, $4.50) is darker (90% similar).
- Anastasia B5 (Norvina Vol. 4) (LE, ) is lighter (90% similar).
- Chanel Deep #3 (PiP, ) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.25/0.06 oz. - $104.17 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.
Java
PiPPermanent in Palette. $6.25.
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).
Top Dupes
- Glaminatrix Bittersweet (P, $7.30) is warmer (95% similar).
- ColourPop Sad Girl (PiP, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar).
- Pat McGrath Xtreme Dusk (PiP, $25.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Spyder (LE, $5.25) is warmer (90% similar).
- Marc Jacobs Beauty Everywhere (PiP, ) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Ur Hot (LE, $4.50) is cooler (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
$5.25/0.06 oz. - $87.50 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.
Espresso (Deep)
PiPPermanent in Palette. $5.25.
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).
Top Dupes
- Sydney Grace Smooch (Deep) (PiP, $6.25) is darker (95% similar).
- Huda Beauty Bold Moves (PiP, ) is darker (95% similar).
- NARS Kauai I (PiP, $19.00) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Pat McGrath Palladium (LE, $25.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Give Me Glow 90s (PiP, $7.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Hustle Hard (LE, $4.50) is lighter (90% similar).
- Pat McGrath Metallurgy (LE, $25.00) is darker (90% similar).
- Dominique Cosmetics Espresso (PiP, ) is darker (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Oscar (455M) (PiP, $29.00) is less shimmery (90% similar).
- Terra Moons Caesium (P, $6.25) is darker (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.25/0.06 oz. - $104.17 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.
Ristretto
PiPPermanent in Palette. $6.25.
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).
Top Dupes
- 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, $6.25) 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).
- Pat McGrath Bronze Circuit (LE, $25.00) is darker, warmer (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).
- Chanel Patine Bronze (840) (P, $36.00) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.25/0.06 oz. - $104.17 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.
Latte
PiPPermanent in Palette. $6.25.
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).
Top Dupes
- Sydney Grace Crush on You (PiP, $6.25) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (95% similar).
- ColourPop Constrictor (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- MAC Bye Bye Bahamas (LE, $17.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- 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).
- Huda Beauty Jaguar #6 (LE, ) is lighter (90% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Drunk Text (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Give Me Glow Robot Girl (P, $7.00) is lighter (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).
Formula Overview
$6.25/0.06 oz. - $104.17 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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omg i do not need any more brown eyeshadow but these are SO PRETTY
My feelings exactly! I have dupes for my favourite shades and probably for all the others as well but this is so pretty and so compact and well thought out!
This palette is stunning. And no surprise that the quality is amazing. It sold out within hours of Sydney Grace putting it up for sale. I’m really sad I missed out on it and I hope it comes back in stock soon.
I guess that shows how much we all still love a good neutral palette.
Christine, will they be restocking these two palettes?
Yes!
What a beautiful neutral palette this one is – I only wish there were far less mattes and more shimmer shades. Love the neutral vibe and the quality is excellent, as usual for SG.
This looks like a great little palette, but I have this color scheme covered and then some. So, since I really am trying to de-clutter and consolidate, it is a no-go for me. But, if I were just starting to build my eyeshadow collection, this would definitely be on the list for serious consideration…although, probably in the light version for my skin tone.
What you said.
I really thought I’d want this one, however, it has dupes within my consortium of eyeshadows I’m pretty sure that I can find dupes. Would be convenient to have them all in one place, though.
I received my deep palette today and I’m kind if disappointed. The shades are much more cool toned. I can work with it, but I won’t be reaching for it as often as I hoped.