Anastasia x Jackie Aina Eyeshadow Palette Review & Swatches
Jackie Aina
Anastasia Jackie Aina Eyeshadow Palette ($45.00 for 0.392 oz.) is a new, limited edition palette that features 14 shades across three Pressed Pigments and 11 eyeshadows in various finishes, from matte to pearl to metallic. Where this palette shines is in its cohesive, yet versatile, color scheme. The left side of the palette has a pink/purple vibe, while the right side is warmer, earthier with taupe and green brown.
There’s a nice mix of depth, undertone, and finish to create many looks. The mattes in the palette are some of the brand’s best; they had some of the soft, lightly powdery nature that most expect from the brand’s formula, but I had hardly any fallout from the mattes and found them to be quite pigmented and blendable overall. A couple of the shimmers seemed a bit too loosely-pressed, but as long as you’re someone who doesn’t mind applying with fingertips or a wet brush (or if you normally use a tacky base), I don’t expect that to be a deal-breaker.
The three Pressed Pigments (Big Wig, Pinker, Supreme) are “not intended for use around the immediate eye area.” The product includes color additives that are not approved for usage on the eyes per the FDA. Brands in the US typically market these products as “Pigments” (instead of “Eyeshadow”), and there is often a warning on the back of packaging or the label as a result. Some color additives in “Pigments” have no usage restrictions in the EU, per CosIng, and can be used on the eyes. I recommend checking ingredients to confirm current safety assessment/restrictions: FDA/CosIng.
Ingredients
Jackie Aina
LELimited Edition. $45.00.
Soleil
Soleil is a light, peachy gold with strong,w arm undertones and a metallic finish. It had opaque pigmentation with a smooth, lightly creamy texture that was denser but not to the point that it became stiff or difficult to pick up (even after a few uses). The eyeshadow lasted well for eight hours on me before showing signs of fading.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Makeup by Mario Ethereal Eyes #10 (LE, ) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- LORAC Soft Pearl (PiP, ) is cooler (95% similar).
- Huda Beauty Toffee Brown #4 (PiP, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- Give Me Glow Just Peachy (P, $7.00) is more shimmery, cooler (95% similar).
- MAC Feast Your Eyes (LE, $25.00) is more shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- Ace Beaute Biscotti (DC, ) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Too Faced Silk Teddy (PiP, $16.00) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury The Dolce Vita #1 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, darker (85% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury Bejewelled (Dream Glow Prime) (LE, ) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- Kaja Champagne Cream (PiP, ) is darker (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$12.00/0.06 oz. - $200.00 Per Ounce
Anastasia EyeshadowĀ is supposed to be a āfinely-milled, highly-pigmentedā powder eyeshadow. There are several different finishes, and the performance can be better or worse depending on the finish, though it also ranges from shade to shade. On average, the formula is semi-opaque to opaque, lightly dusty to buttery, wears seven to nine hours, and is fairly blendable. The Metallic and Titanium finishes seem to be the best-performing to me, but there are some really standout mattes and shimmers as well. I have not tried the sparkle, satin, or velvet finishes as extensively as the other finishes, personally.
Browse all of our Anastasia Eyeshadow swatches.
Ingredients
MICA, OCTYLDODECYL STEAROYL STEARATE, CALCIUM ALUMINUM BOROSILICATE, SILICA, BORON NITRIDE, ZEA MAYS (CORN) STARCH, GLYCERIN, NYLON-12, POLYMETHYLSILSESQUIOXANE, VINYL DIMETHICONE/METHICONE SILSESQUIOXANE CROSSPOLYMER, ZINC MYRISTATE, ZINC STEARATE, MINERAL OIL/PARAFFINUM LIQUIDUM/HUILE MINERALE, THEOBROMA CACAO (COCOA) SEED BUTTER, TOCOPHEROL, BEESWAX/CERA ALBA/CIRE D'ABEILLE, HYDROGENATED LECITHIN, ISOPENTYLDIOL, LAUROYL LYSINE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, SODIUM POLYACRYLATE, TIN OXIDE, PHENOXYETHANOL, MAY CONTAIN/PEUT CONTENIR (+/-): CARMINE (CI 75470), IRON OXIDES (CI 77491, CI 77499), TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891)
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.
Soleil
LELimited Edition. $12.00.
Supreme
Supreme is a medium pink with subtle, warm undertones and a matte finish. It had nearly opaque color payoff in a single layer, which was easily built up to full coverage with less than half of a layer more. The texture was soft, lightly powdery but didn’t seem prone to fallout during application, and remained blendable on bare skin. It stayed on well for eight and a half hours on me before I noticed slight fading, though this didn’t seem to leave much of a stain behind.
(It is a Pressed Pigment, see beginning of the post for more information.)
Top Dupes
- NABLA Cosmetics Bolero (PiP, $8.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- Anastasia Monte Carlo (LE, $12.00) is more shimmery, cooler (95% similar).
- NARS Lady Marmalade (LE, $19.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- Dominique Cosmetics Wildflower (LE, ) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- About Face La Zona Rosa (P, $16.00) is warmer (95% similar).
- ColourPop Dream Girl (PiP, $4.50) is darker, cooler (95% similar).
- Make Up For Ever M860 Powdery Pink (DC, $17.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Love (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Lethal Cosmetics The Final Girl (LE, $6.50) is more shimmery, more muted, cooler (90% similar).
- Ciate Jelly Bean (LE, ) is more shimmery (90% similar).
Ingredients
MICA, DIMETHICONE, BORON NITRIDE, NYLON-12, ZEA MAYS (CORN) STARCH, POLYMETHYLSILSESQUIOXANE, ZINC STEARATE, CYCLOPENTASILOXANE, SILICA, VINYL DIMETHICONE/METHICONE SILSESQUIOXANE CROSSPOLYMER, ZINC MYRISTATE, GLYCERIN, TOCOPHEROL, HYDROGENATED LECITHIN, ISOPENTYLDIOL, LAUROYL LYSINE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, POLYSILICONE-11, PHENOXYETHANOL, MAY CONTAIN/PEUT CONTENIR (+/-): BLUE 1 LAKE (CI 42090), CARMINE (CI 75470), RED 7 LAKE (CI 15850), RED 21 LAKE (CI 45380), ULTRAMARINES (CI 77007), YELLOW 6 LAKE (CI 15985), IRON OXIDES (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891)
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.
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Supreme
LELimited Edition.
Pinker
Pinker is a deeper, pink-berry with subtle,c ool undertones and a semi-matte finish. There seemed to be very fine, almost bluish micro-shimmer throughout, though it was primarily matte to the eye once applied. The texture was soft, smooth, and finely-milled, and sometimes these types of shades (especially when marketed as a Pressed Pigment) can be a bit dry, so I was happily surprised that it was so smooth to the touch. The opaque pigmentation wore nicely for eight and a half hours before fading noticeably, and it did leave a stain behind after removal.
(It is a Pressed Pigment, see beginning of the post for more information.)
Top Dupes
- ColourPop New Dream (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (95% similar).
- Huda Beauty Risque (PiP, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- Anastasia Semsa (LE, ) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Anastasia C4 (Norvina Vol. 1) (LE, ) is less shimmery, brighter (90% similar).
- Anastasia Love Letter (P, $12.00) is less shimmery, darker (85% similar).
- Wet 'n' Wild Rose in the Air #8 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, brighter (90% similar).
- Wet 'n' Wild Secret Garden Rendezvous #4 (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- ColourPop Bitter Sweet (P, $6.00) is less shimmery (90% similar).
- Ciate Phlox (PiP, ) is less shimmery (90% similar).
- ColourPop Swallowtail (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
Ingredients
MICA, DIMETHICONE, BORON NITRIDE, NYLON-12, ZEA MAYS (CORN) STARCH, POLYMETHYLSILSESQUIOXANE, ZINC STEARATE, CYCLOPENTASILOXANE, SILICA, VINYL DIMETHICONE/METHICONE SILSESQUIOXANE CROSSPOLYMER, ZINC MYRISTATE, GLYCERIN, TOCOPHEROL, HYDROGENATED LECITHIN, ISOPENTYLDIOL, LAUROYL LYSINE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, POLYSILICONE-11, PHENOXYETHANOL, MAY CONTAIN/PEUT CONTENIR (+/-): BLUE 1 LAKE (CI 42090), CARMINE (CI 75470), RED 7 LAKE (CI 15850), RED 21 LAKE (CI 45380), ULTRAMARINES (CI 77007), YELLOW 6 LAKE (CI 15985), IRON OXIDES (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891)
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.
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Pinker
LELimited Edition.
Big Wig
Big Wig is a medium-dark purple with warmer, pink undertones and a matte finish. It had nearly opaque pigmentation in a single layer with a smooth, finely-milled consistency that was a little thinner (but not as powdery as the average Anastasia matte eyeshadow). It applied decently, and it was marginally more blendable over an eyeshadow primer, but it was still a shade that took extra effort and some talent to really diffuse and blend out seamlessly. Pinker actually ends up being a perfect way to fake it, as Big Wig diffuses out to a similar pinker tone, so the two end up meshing seamlessly without having to work so hard at it. On me, Big Wig lasted well for eight and a half hours before fading a bit, but it did leave behind a pinkish stain.
(It is a Pressed Pigment, see beginning of the post for more information.)
Top Dupes
- Glaminatrix Nectar (P, $7.30) is more shimmery, cooler (95% similar).
- ColourPop Out Late (PiP, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar).
- Anastasia B5 (Norvina Vol. 1) (LE, ) is more shimmery, cooler (95% similar).
- ColourPop Filtered (PiP, $4.50) is lighter (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Poison Berry (180CM) (LE, ) is brighter, warmer (95% similar).
- Viseart Bougainvillea (Grande Pro (Vol. 1) #20) (P, ) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Viseart Lavender (LE, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Ace Beaute Dusk (DC, ) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Royal Affair (LE, $4.50) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Serene Sable (LE, $4.50) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
Ingredients
MICA, DIMETHICONE, BORON NITRIDE, NYLON-12, CYCLOPENTASILOXANE, SILICA, VINYL DIMETHICONE/METHICONE SILSESQUIOXANE CROSSPOLYMER, ZINC MYRISTATE, ZEA MAYS (CORN) STARCH, GLYCERIN, POLYMETHYLSILSESQUIOXANE, ZINC STEARATE, TOCOPHEROL, HYDROGENATED LECITHIN, ISOPENTYLDIOL, LAUROYL LYSINE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, POLYSILICONE-11, PHENOXYETHANOL, MAY CONTAIN/PEUT CONTENIR (+/-): BLUE 1 LAKE (CI 42090), CARMINE (CI 75470), RED 6 LAKE (CI 15850), RED 7 LAKE (CI 15850), RED 21 LAKE (CI 45380), ULTRAMARINES (CI 77007), YELLOW 5 LAKE (CI 19140), YELLOW 6 LAKE (CI 15985), IRON OXIDES (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891)
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.
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Big Wig
LELimited Edition.
Dwollahs
Dwollahs is a light gold with moderate, warm yellow undertones and a sparkling finish; it straddles that undertone where it’s warm enough to be a gold but it’s not a peachy or orange-toned gold and yet it’s also not that green-ish gold either. The texture was smooth, dense without being too thick or heavy in the pan, and it applied well with a dry brush, though fingertips or a wet brush will amplify the shimmer and help it spread out faster. It had rich color coverage that stayed on nicely for eight hours on me. There was a smidgen of fallout during application but none that I could determine during wear.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Take It Again (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- BH Cosmetics Club Tropicana #7 (LE, ) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- MAC Spun from Gold (LE, $18.00) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Wild Life (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- LORAC Black Tie Attire #7 (LE, $19.00) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop MVP (LE, $4.50) is warmer (90% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty Emerald Isles (Eye Color) (LE, ) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Third Eye (LE, $4.50) is warmer (90% similar).
- Too Faced Fun in the Sun (LE, $16.00) is warmer (90% similar).
- Anastasia C2 (Norvina Vol. 1) (LE, $12.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$12.00/0.06 oz. - $200.00 Per Ounce
Anastasia EyeshadowĀ is supposed to be a āfinely-milled, highly-pigmentedā powder eyeshadow. There are several different finishes, and the performance can be better or worse depending on the finish, though it also ranges from shade to shade. On average, the formula is semi-opaque to opaque, lightly dusty to buttery, wears seven to nine hours, and is fairly blendable. The Metallic and Titanium finishes seem to be the best-performing to me, but there are some really standout mattes and shimmers as well. I have not tried the sparkle, satin, or velvet finishes as extensively as the other finishes, personally.
Browse all of our Anastasia Eyeshadow swatches.
Ingredients
ALUMINUM CALCIUM SODIUM SILICATE, MICA, SYNTHETIC FLUORPHLOGOPITE, CALCIUM ALUMINUM BOROSILICATE, OCTYLDODECYL STEAROYL STEARATE, BORON NITRIDE, ZEA MAYS (CORN) STARCH, GLYCERIN, NYLON-12, POLYMETHYLSILSESQUIOXANE, SILICA, VINYL DIMETHICONE/METHICONE SILSESQUIOXANE CROSSPOLYMER, ZINC MYRISTATE, ZINC STEARATE, MINERAL OIL/PARAFFINUM LIQUIDUM/HUILE MINERALE, THEOBROMA CACAO (COCOA) SEED BUTTER, TOCOPHEROL, BEESWAX/CERA ALBA/CIRE D'ABEILLE, HYDROGENATED LECITHIN, ISOPENTYLDIOL, LAUROYL LYSINE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, SODIUM POLYACRYLATE, TIN OXIDE, PHENOXYETHANOL, IRON OXIDES (CI 77491, CI 77499), TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891)
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.
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Dwollahs
LELimited Edition. $12.00.
Credit
Credit is a deep, reddish-brown with neutral-to-warm undertones and a matte finish. It had an incredibly soft, silky texture that was a smidgen powdery in the pan, but I actually found that fallout was next to none when working with it. The pigmentation was opaque in a single layer, and the color diffused seamlessly along the edges with little effort. It wore well for eight hours on me before fading slightly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Too Faced I Can't Even (LE, $16.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop French Toast (LE, $4.50) is warmer (95% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury The Queen of Glow #4 (PiP, ) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Throw Shade (LE, $4.50) is lighter, warmer (95% similar).
- Lethal Cosmetics Corrosion (P, $6.50) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Ace Beaute Earth (DC, ) is darker (90% similar).
- Pat McGrath Mink Noir (LE, $25.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Makeup Geek Cherry Cola (DC, $6.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Laura Mercier Kir Royal (PiP, $22.00) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- Tarte Dive (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$12.00/0.06 oz. - $200.00 Per Ounce
Anastasia EyeshadowĀ is supposed to be a āfinely-milled, highly-pigmentedā powder eyeshadow. There are several different finishes, and the performance can be better or worse depending on the finish, though it also ranges from shade to shade. On average, the formula is semi-opaque to opaque, lightly dusty to buttery, wears seven to nine hours, and is fairly blendable. The Metallic and Titanium finishes seem to be the best-performing to me, but there are some really standout mattes and shimmers as well. I have not tried the sparkle, satin, or velvet finishes as extensively as the other finishes, personally.
Browse all of our Anastasia Eyeshadow swatches.
Ingredients
MICA, DIMETHICONE, BORON NITRIDE, NYLON-12, ZEA MAYS (CORN) STARCH, POLYMETHYLSILSESQUIOXANE, ZINC STEARATE, CYCLOPENTASILOXANE, SILICA, VINYL DIMETHICONE/METHICONE SILSESQUIOXANE CROSSPOLYMER, ZINC MYRISTATE, GLYCERIN, TOCOPHEROL, HYDROGENATED LECITHIN, ISOPENTYLDIOL, LAUROYL LYSINE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, POLYSILICONE-11, PHENOXYETHANOL, BLACK 2 (CI 77266), CARMINE (CI 75470), YELLOW 5 LAKE (CI 19140), IRON OXIDES (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891)
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.
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Credit
LELimited Edition. $12.00.
Lituation
Lituation is a medium taupe with neutral-to-warm undertones and a metallic sheen. It seemed to have a slightly cooler overtone and a warmer, brownish base, so it tended to look cooler or warmer based on what else it was paired with. It had an incredibly smooth, almost cream-like, consistency that was easy to apply and “melted” onto my lids. The pigmentation was opaque and lasted nicely for eight hours on me before fading a bit.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Milani Come-Hither (PiP, $5.99) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (95% similar).
- Anastasia Chocolate Crumble (P, $12.00) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- LORAC Tails & Top Hats #3 (LE, $19.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Dior Univers (655) (LE, $32.00) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Marc Jacobs Beauty Who Has Time (PiP, ) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- MAC Satin Taupe (PiP, ) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Chanel Tisse Rivoli #1 (PiP, ) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Anastasia Libra (LE, $12.00) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- Makeup Geek Mesmerized (P, $9.99) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Tarte Minx (PiP, ) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$12.00/0.06 oz. - $200.00 Per Ounce
Anastasia EyeshadowĀ is supposed to be a āfinely-milled, highly-pigmentedā powder eyeshadow. There are several different finishes, and the performance can be better or worse depending on the finish, though it also ranges from shade to shade. On average, the formula is semi-opaque to opaque, lightly dusty to buttery, wears seven to nine hours, and is fairly blendable. The Metallic and Titanium finishes seem to be the best-performing to me, but there are some really standout mattes and shimmers as well. I have not tried the sparkle, satin, or velvet finishes as extensively as the other finishes, personally.
Browse all of our Anastasia Eyeshadow swatches.
Ingredients
MICA, OCTYLDODECYL STEAROYL STEARATE, CALCIUM ALUMINUM BOROSILICATE, SILICA, BORON NITRIDE, ZEA MAYS (CORN) STARCH, GLYCERIN, NYLON-12, POLYMETHYLSILSESQUIOXANE, VINYL DIMETHICONE/METHICONE SILSESQUIOXANE CROSSPOLYMER, ZINC MYRISTATE, ZINC STEARATE, MINERAL OIL/PARAFFINUM LIQUIDUM/HUILE MINERALE, THEOBROMA CACAO (COCOA) SEED BUTTER, TOCOPHEROL, BEESWAX/CERA ALBA/CIRE D'ABEILLE, HYDROGENATED LECITHIN, ISOPENTYLDIOL, LAUROYL LYSINE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, SODIUM POLYACRYLATE, TIN OXIDE, PHENOXYETHANOL, MAY CONTAIN/PEUT CONTENIR (+/-): CARMINE (CI 75470), IRON OXIDES (CI 77491, CI 77499), TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891)
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.
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Lituation
LELimited Edition. $12.00.
Zamn
Zamn is a light, golden copper with warm undertones and flecks of pink and gold sparkle over a metallic finish. It had nearly opaque pigmentation that was easily built up to full coverage with less than half of a layer more. The consistency was a bit more loosely-pressed in the pan, so there was some excess product that kicked up if I wasn’t careful. This was the only shade that was harder to control fallout of without using a dampened brush, as gently pressing and patting it into place yielded some fallout as did fingertip application (less fallout than a dry brush but still some). The eyeshadow stayed on well for eight hours on me before showing signs of fading.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Huda Beauty Caramel Brown #5 (PiP, ) is warmer (95% similar).
- Hourglass Warm Gold (PiP, ) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Viseart Seduction (LE, ) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- Rouge Bunny Rouge Angelic Cockatiels (P, $19.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Maiden (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Day Spring (PiP, $29.00) is darker (90% similar).
- LORAC Rose Gold (LE, $19.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Viseart Fizz (LE, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury Exagger-Eyes (P, $34.00) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Givenchy Palette Ors Audacieux #3 (LE, ) is cooler (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$12.00/0.06 oz. - $200.00 Per Ounce
Anastasia EyeshadowĀ is supposed to be a āfinely-milled, highly-pigmentedā powder eyeshadow. There are several different finishes, and the performance can be better or worse depending on the finish, though it also ranges from shade to shade. On average, the formula is semi-opaque to opaque, lightly dusty to buttery, wears seven to nine hours, and is fairly blendable. The Metallic and Titanium finishes seem to be the best-performing to me, but there are some really standout mattes and shimmers as well. I have not tried the sparkle, satin, or velvet finishes as extensively as the other finishes, personally.
Browse all of our Anastasia Eyeshadow swatches.
Ingredients
MICA, ALUMINUM CALCIUM SODIUM SILICATE, SYNTHETIC FLUORPHLOGOPITE, SILICA, OCTYLDODECYL STEAROYL STEARATE, CALCIUM ALUMINUM BOROSILICATE, CALCIUM SODIUM BOROSILICATE, BORON NITRIDE, ZEA MAYS (CORN) STARCH, GLYCERIN, NYLON-12, POLYMETHYLSILSESQUIOXANE, VINYL DIMETHICONE/METHICONE SILSESQUIOXANE CROSSPOLYMER, ZINC MYRISTATE, ZINC STEARATE, MINERAL OIL/PARAFFINUM LIQUIDUM/HUILE MINERALE, THEOBROMA CACAO (COCOA) SEED BUTTER, TOCOPHEROL, BEESWAX/CERA ALBA/CIRE D'ABEILLE, HYDROGENATED LECITHIN, ISOPENTYLDIOL, LAUROYL LYSINE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, SODIUM POLYACRYLATE, TIN OXIDE, PHENOXYETHANOL, IRON OXIDES (CI 77491), TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891)
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.
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Zamn
LELimited Edition. $12.00.
Wiggalese
Wiggalese is a rich, reddened copper with warm undertones and a pearl finish. The eyeshadow was richly pigmented with a smooth, lightly creamy consistency that was thin without being too thin (yet not as dense/cream-like as some of the other shimmers in the palette). It applied evenly and blended out effortlessly on bare skin. It wore nicely for eight hours on me before I noticed any fading.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Natasha Denona Phlox (PiP, $29.00) is more shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- Viseart Clove (PiP, ) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Juvia's Place Calabar (P, ) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Pat McGrath Blitz Flame (PiP, $25.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- UOMA Beauty Barranquilla (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (95% similar).
- ColourPop Magnetic (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Viseart Nuance #6 (PiP, ) is more shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Lydia (LE, ) is more shimmery, warmer (95% similar).
- ColourPop Peace of Mind (PiP, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar).
- Ace Beaute Mirage (DC, ) is more shimmery, warmer (95% similar).
Formula Overview
$12.00/0.06 oz. - $200.00 Per Ounce
Anastasia EyeshadowĀ is supposed to be a āfinely-milled, highly-pigmentedā powder eyeshadow. There are several different finishes, and the performance can be better or worse depending on the finish, though it also ranges from shade to shade. On average, the formula is semi-opaque to opaque, lightly dusty to buttery, wears seven to nine hours, and is fairly blendable. The Metallic and Titanium finishes seem to be the best-performing to me, but there are some really standout mattes and shimmers as well. I have not tried the sparkle, satin, or velvet finishes as extensively as the other finishes, personally.
Browse all of our Anastasia Eyeshadow swatches.
Ingredients
MICA, SYNTHETIC FLUORPHLOGOPITE, SILICA, OCTYLDODECYL STEAROYL STEARATE, BORON NITRIDE, ZEA MAYS (CORN) STARCH, GLYCERIN, NYLON-12, POLYMETHYLSILSESQUIOXANE, VINYL DIMETHICONE/METHICONE SILSESQUIOXANE CROSSPOLYMER, ZINC MYRISTATE, ZINC STEARATE, MINERAL OIL/PARAFFINUM LIQUIDUM/HUILE MINERALE, THEOBROMA CACAO (COCOA) SEED BUTTER, TOCOPHEROL, BEESWAX/CERA ALBA/CIRE D'ABEILLE, HYDROGENATED LECITHIN, ISOPENTYLDIOL, LAUROYL LYSINE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, SODIUM POLYACRYLATE, PHENOXYETHANOL, IRON OXIDES (CI 77491), TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891)
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Wiggalese
LELimited Edition. $12.00.
Shookington
Shookington is a light-medium purple with subtle,c ool undertones and a frosted sheen. The consistency was drier, and it felt more loosely-pressed in the pan, so there was a fair amount of excess product that kicked up–I’d recommend using a light hand with it. I was able to press and pat it into place without running into issues with fallout during application, but you’ll have even better success applying it with a slightly dampened brush. It had semi-opaque coverage with some fallout during application. This shade lasted well for eight hours on me before fading noticeably.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Lisa Eldridge Iris (P, $27.00) is more shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Glory (DC, $8.00) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Wet 'n' Wild Hasta La Costa Baby #3 (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Anastasia Opaline (DC, $12.00) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Makeup Geek Hype (P, $9.99) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Tarte Unleashed (P, $22.00) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Druggie (LE, $19.00) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Make Up For Ever D926 Blueberry (DC, $21.00) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Chanel Au Fil des Fleurs #4 (LE, ) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Magnetic (PiP, $20.00) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$12.00/0.06 oz. - $200.00 Per Ounce
Anastasia EyeshadowĀ is supposed to be a āfinely-milled, highly-pigmentedā powder eyeshadow. There are several different finishes, and the performance can be better or worse depending on the finish, though it also ranges from shade to shade. On average, the formula is semi-opaque to opaque, lightly dusty to buttery, wears seven to nine hours, and is fairly blendable. The Metallic and Titanium finishes seem to be the best-performing to me, but there are some really standout mattes and shimmers as well. I have not tried the sparkle, satin, or velvet finishes as extensively as the other finishes, personally.
Browse all of our Anastasia Eyeshadow swatches.
Ingredients
MICA, CALCIUM ALUMINUM BOROSILICATE, SYNTHETIC FLUORPHLOGOPITE, OCTYLDODECYL STEAROYL STEARATE, SILICA, BORON NITRIDE, ZEA MAYS (CORN) STARCH, GLYCERIN, NYLON-12, POLYMETHYLSILSESQUIOXANE, VINYL DIMETHICONE/METHICONE SILSESQUIOXANE CROSSPOLYMER, ZINC MYRISTATE, ZINC STEARATE, MINERAL OIL/PARAFFINUM LIQUIDUM/HUILE MINERALE, THEOBROMA CACAO (COCOA) SEED BUTTER, TOCOPHEROL, BEESWAX/CERA ALBA/CIRE D'ABEILLE, HYDROGENATED LECITHIN, ISOPENTYLDIOL, LAUROYL LYSINE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, SODIUM POLYACRYLATE, TIN OXIDE, PHENOXYETHANOL, CARMINE (CI 75470), FERRIC FERROCYANIDE (CI 77510), IRON OXIDES (CI 77491), TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891)
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Shookington
LELimited Edition. $12.00.
Trust Issues
Trust Issues is a light, white gold with subtle, warm undertones and a sparkling finish. It had semi-opaque color payoff in a single layer, which was buildable to full coverage with a second layer or applied with a dampened brush. The texture felt cream-like, more silicone-based, so it had some slip, which helped the sparkles and micro-sparkles bind with the base and minimized the chance of fallout (I didn’t feel it had fallout when I used it, but it was more prone to spreading further than intended during blending). It stayed on well for eight hours on me before I noticed a bit of fading.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Banana Split (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop 415 (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- ColourPop We Jammin' (P, $9.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- Marc Jacobs Beauty Next Season (PiP, ) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (95% similar).
- ColourPop Tada (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- Natasha Denona True Gold (20M) (2019) (PiP, $29.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- Chanel No 5 #3 (LE, ) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- Marc Jacobs Beauty Early Bird (LE, ) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- Tarte Shine On (LE, ) is less shimmery, cooler (95% similar).
- NARS Bionic (DC, $25.00) is lighter, cooler (95% similar).
Formula Overview
$12.00/0.06 oz. - $200.00 Per Ounce
Anastasia EyeshadowĀ is supposed to be a āfinely-milled, highly-pigmentedā powder eyeshadow. There are several different finishes, and the performance can be better or worse depending on the finish, though it also ranges from shade to shade. On average, the formula is semi-opaque to opaque, lightly dusty to buttery, wears seven to nine hours, and is fairly blendable. The Metallic and Titanium finishes seem to be the best-performing to me, but there are some really standout mattes and shimmers as well. I have not tried the sparkle, satin, or velvet finishes as extensively as the other finishes, personally.
Browse all of our Anastasia Eyeshadow swatches.
Ingredients
CALCIUM ALUMINUM BOROSILICATE, MICA, SYNTHETIC FLUORPHLOGOPITE, SILICA, OCTYLDODECYL STEAROYL STEARATE, BORON NITRIDE, ZEA MAYS (CORN) STARCH, GLYCERIN, NYLON-12, POLYMETHYLSILSESQUIOXANE, VINYL DIMETHICONE/METHICONE SILSESQUIOXANE CROSSPOLYMER, ZINC MYRISTATE, ZINC STEARATE, MINERAL OIL/PARAFFINUM LIQUIDUM/HUILE MINERALE, THEOBROMA CACAO (COCOA) SEED BUTTER, TOCOPHEROL, BEESWAX/CERA ALBA/CIRE D'ABEILLE, HYDROGENATED LECITHIN, ISOPENTYLDIOL, LAUROYL LYSINE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, SODIUM POLYACRYLATE, TIN OXIDE, PHENOXYETHANOL, TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891)
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Trust Issues
LELimited Edition. $12.00.
Edges
Edges is a slightly muted, medium copper with warm, red undertones and a matte finish. It had rich pigmentation in a single layer, which adhered evenly and smoothly to bare skin. The texture was soft, silky, and blendable without being too powdery nor too firmly pressed in the pan. It wore well for eight hours on me before I noticed any fading.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Fortunate (LE, $4.50) is lighter, cooler (95% similar).
- Smashbox Guava (P, $22.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Berry Fizz (DC, $5.25) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Rare Beauty Nearly Neutral (P, $20.00) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Break Up (PiP, ) is darker (90% similar).
- Sephora Branch (PiP, ) is darker (95% similar).
- Morphe Chestnut (PiP, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Persona Passionate (PiP, ) is darker (90% similar).
- Dose of Colors Wanderlust (LE, ) is darker, cooler (85% similar).
- Natasha Denona Uncovered (338CM) (PiP, ) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$12.00/0.06 oz. - $200.00 Per Ounce
Anastasia EyeshadowĀ is supposed to be a āfinely-milled, highly-pigmentedā powder eyeshadow. There are several different finishes, and the performance can be better or worse depending on the finish, though it also ranges from shade to shade. On average, the formula is semi-opaque to opaque, lightly dusty to buttery, wears seven to nine hours, and is fairly blendable. The Metallic and Titanium finishes seem to be the best-performing to me, but there are some really standout mattes and shimmers as well. I have not tried the sparkle, satin, or velvet finishes as extensively as the other finishes, personally.
Browse all of our Anastasia Eyeshadow swatches.
Ingredients
MICA, DIMETHICONE, BORON NITRIDE, NYLON-12, CYCLOPENTASILOXANE, SILICA, VINYL DIMETHICONE/METHICONE SILSESQUIOXANE CROSSPOLYMER, ZINC MYRISTATE, ZEA MAYS (CORN) STARCH, GLYCERIN, POLYMETHYLSILSESQUIOXANE, ZINC STEARATE, TOCOPHEROL, HYDROGENATED LECITHIN, ISOPENTYLDIOL, LAUROYL LYSINE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, POLYSILICONE-11, PHENOXYETHANOL, MAY CONTAIN/PEUT CONTENIR (+/-): BLUE 1 LAKE (CI 42090), CARMINE (CI 75470), RED 6 LAKE (CI 15850), RED 7 LAKE (CI 15850), RED 21 LAKE (CI 45380), ULTRAMARINES (CI 77007), YELLOW 5 LAKE (CI 19140), YELLOW 6 LAKE (CI 15985), IRON OXIDES (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891)
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Edges
LELimited Edition. $12.00.
Sponsored
Sponsored has a warm-toned, caramel brown base with green-to-teal shifting shimmer that gave it a metallic finish. It was intensely pigmented with a smooth, cream-like texture that wasn’t too thick or too thin, and the texture just “melted” on my skin for an incredibly reflective finish. The eyeshadow lasted nicely for eight and a half hours on me before showing signs of fading.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- KVD Beauty On the Road (P, $16.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (95% similar).
- ColourPop Sassy (LE, $4.50) is darker, cooler (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Red Chameleon (P, $6.25) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Scarab (LE, $6.25) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- Wet 'n' Wild Comfort Zone #8 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Too Faced Girly (LE, $16.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Orion (105DC) (PiP, $29.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Ardency Inn Peacock (DC, $21.00) is darker (85% similar).
- MAC The Mothergate (LE, $20.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Barrel (LE, $9.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$12.00/0.06 oz. - $200.00 Per Ounce
Anastasia EyeshadowĀ is supposed to be a āfinely-milled, highly-pigmentedā powder eyeshadow. There are several different finishes, and the performance can be better or worse depending on the finish, though it also ranges from shade to shade. On average, the formula is semi-opaque to opaque, lightly dusty to buttery, wears seven to nine hours, and is fairly blendable. The Metallic and Titanium finishes seem to be the best-performing to me, but there are some really standout mattes and shimmers as well. I have not tried the sparkle, satin, or velvet finishes as extensively as the other finishes, personally.
Browse all of our Anastasia Eyeshadow swatches.
Ingredients
MICA, SILICA, OCTYLDODECYL STEAROYL STEARATE, BORON NITRIDE, ZEA MAYS (CORN) STARCH, GLYCERIN, NYLON-12, POLYMETHYLSILSESQUIOXANE, VINYL DIMETHICONE/METHICONE SILSESQUIOXANE CROSSPOLYMER, ZINC MYRISTATE, ZINC STEARATE, MINERAL OIL/PARAFFINUM LIQUIDUM/HUILE MINERALE, THEOBROMA CACAO (COCOA) SEED BUTTER, TOCOPHEROL, BEESWAX/CERA ALBA/CIRE D'ABEILLE, HYDROGENATED LECITHIN, ISOPENTYLDIOL, LAUROYL LYSINE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, SODIUM POLYACRYLATE, TIN OXIDE, PHENOXYETHANOL, IRON OXIDES (CI 77491, CI 77499), TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891)
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.
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Sponsored
LELimited Edition. $12.00.
Ginger
Ginger is a light-medium brown with warm undertones and a matte finish. The eyeshadow had opaque color payoff that applied evenly to bare skin and blended out easily along the edges. The consistency was soft, finely-milled, and easy to work with; it was just barely powdery in the pan but didn’t give me trouble with fallout during application nor did it lose its intensity when applied and blended out. This shade stayed on nicely for eight hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Luv Ya (PiP, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Ch-ch-changes (LE, $4.50) is darker, cooler (95% similar).
- KKW Beauty Miami (LE, ) is lighter, warmer (95% similar).
- Makeup Geek Latte (DC, $6.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Dusk (LE, $4.50) is cooler (95% similar).
- Urban Decay New Riff (P, $19.00) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Clink Clink (LE, $4.50) is darker, cooler (95% similar).
- ColourPop So Chiseled (LE, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Like a Bull (LE, $4.50) is warmer (95% similar).
- Makeup by Mario Ethereal Eyes #9 (LE, ) is darker (95% similar).
Formula Overview
$12.00/0.06 oz. - $200.00 Per Ounce
Anastasia EyeshadowĀ is supposed to be a āfinely-milled, highly-pigmentedā powder eyeshadow. There are several different finishes, and the performance can be better or worse depending on the finish, though it also ranges from shade to shade. On average, the formula is semi-opaque to opaque, lightly dusty to buttery, wears seven to nine hours, and is fairly blendable. The Metallic and Titanium finishes seem to be the best-performing to me, but there are some really standout mattes and shimmers as well. I have not tried the sparkle, satin, or velvet finishes as extensively as the other finishes, personally.
Browse all of our Anastasia Eyeshadow swatches.
Ingredients
MICA, DIMETHICONE, BORON NITRIDE, NYLON-12, CYCLOPENTASILOXANE, SILICA, VINYL DIMETHICONE/METHICONE SILSESQUIOXANE CROSSPOLYMER, ZINC MYRISTATE, ZEA MAYS (CORN) STARCH, GLYCERIN, POLYMETHYLSILSESQUIOXANE, ZINC STEARATE, TOCOPHEROL, HYDROGENATED LECITHIN, ISOPENTYLDIOL, LAUROYL LYSINE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, POLYSILICONE-11, PHENOXYETHANOL, MAY CONTAIN/PEUT CONTENIR (+/-): BLUE 1 LAKE (CI 42090), CARMINE (CI 75470), RED 6 LAKE (CI 15850), RED 7 LAKE (CI 15850), RED 21 LAKE (CI 45380), ULTRAMARINES (CI 77007), YELLOW 5 LAKE (CI 19140), YELLOW 6 LAKE (CI 15985), IRON OXIDES (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891)
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.
I like this more every time I see it. I think it will work really well with the Norvina Palette, too.
I bet it would, too!
So beautifully cohesive that I could easily bring it on a trip with just a MAC quad of Orb, Typographic, and a few other shades. And the quality seems nice enough, too. It’s a win for me seeing your seal of approval on top of all that!
It’s a nice selection of shades!
A maybe.
I feel like I’ve seen this so many times. Maybe it’s because I don’t like all the browns/earth tones. I do like Trust Issues, though!
I am on a serious low-buy with eyeshadow so buying the palette is out of the question but I was so interested to see if there were dupes for Lituation and Sponsored. SHOCKINGLY I already have dupes for both of them! Thanks for saving me some money, Christine!
Happy to help! š
Maybe it’s the picture/video quality, but every review I see of this palette, the colors look very different (especially the more vivid colors). In your photos the colors of the eyeshadows are really vibrant. Anything I saw from Youtube videos (which I assume is PR) was quite… washed out and ashy toned. And oddly (given the collaboration), I did find them looking better on people with lighter complexion; I don’t think they looked bad on deeper skin tones… just not as flattering. This palette actually made me realize how hard it must be for people with very dark complexion to find eyeshadows vibrant and pigmented enough, flattering given their skin coloring.
I really appreciate your review, since I felt like most people were reviewing the collaboration more than the palette, fearing the backlash.
Sponsored or not (hope Jackie really gets her coins), that `Sponsored` looks amazing! It deserves to be permanent.
I felt the same way. On other swatches, the color loses its depth on brown skin in general. This says that the shades are more shine/shimmer than pigment.
Your point of shimmer vs pigment is really interesting, I never though on eyeshadow formula from that point of view. š
I just watched Mel Thompson’s review on Youtube this morning and the colors looked as vibrant and complex as in Christine’s review.
Maybe it’s the primer (Mel uses ABH eye primer which is quite opaque and great primer formula in my opinion for making colors more vibrant), maybe it’s her artistry and complexion… but those shimmers looked amazingly complex.
That’s why is good to watch many reviews… some people don’t do justice to a product even when they have the best intentions to support it.
I mean I had purchased this to support Jackie anyway but it getting an A and meeting your standards is a plus ā¤ļø
ABH and Jackie Aina did quite well on this collab. I was anxious that it would not live up to the hype LOL.
I’m so glad it did!
In a recent interview with Harper’s BAZAAR (posted by HB on YT), the owner, Anastasia Soare, mentioned that all their eyeshadow palettes are created based on a quad-type color scheme (the first four eyeshadows create a look, then the next four, and so on; you can go from the other direction as well). I’ve never thought of this until I watched the video, and I will challenge myself to create some looks based on this theory, with my existing ABH palettes. Will see how it turns out š
Yes, I really like how they do that b/c it does make it fairly easy to come up with an eye look. I don’t think it works with every palette, but it really does with this one.
Indeed, Jessica. It’s easier to come up with different ideas for an eye look following this concept.
That’s so interesting! I can see the quads here, and will see ABH palettes differently now.
Same here! I never looked at her palettes in this way. I will try to create some eye looks with my existing ABH palettes (Mario, Modern Renaissance and Sultry), based on this concept.
I usually wait on ABH palettes since I got the Mario one and didn’t really love it, it took me ages to buy Norvina and I skipped Soft Glam, Riveria and Sultry completely but I think I’m gonna snag this one right now…
Sultry is actually a really good palette. It’s one of their best palettes IMO. I like Soft Glam, but I didn’t need it, I returned Norvina b/c it didn’t have enough depth, I skipped Rivera and Alyssa Edwards. But I’m really excited to get my hands on this palette b/c of how cohesive it is and b/c every shade is usable for me. I know it the shades aren’t ground breaking, but I’m a sucker for a cohesive palette.
I agree. Sultry is my favorite ABH palette and I think Norvina is my least favorite. I still like it, just not as much as the others. I honestly think this one and Alyssa Edwards are my next faves after Sultry.
Six of the 14 shades in this just don’t appeal to me (including the ones that aren’t eye safe) so this wouldn’t be a good value for me. But I’m curious again about the shades that aren’t eye safe. Those of you who’ve purchased this (or are planning to) – do you use them on your eyes anyway or use them as blushes or what? As someone with eye problems (I see my retina specialist next week, coincidentally), I would never put something not considered eye safe near my eyes so I’m truly curious.
It’ll depend on the individual – some are comfortable using them on eyes because they can be used on the eyes in the EU, so because one regulatory body (which I see many say is stricter than the FDA) says it’s fine, that’s enough for them. It’s better to do a patch test to see if your skin reacts to the color additives if it’s something you’re considering (but concerned about).
I use them on my eyes, as they are OK’d for use in the EU. I keep them off my waterlines to avoid potential irritation. I have sensitive eyes, and I’ve never had a problem using them that way. (YMMV, of course.)
Itās SO GORGEOUS and I have wanted to incorporate more colours into my eyeshadow looks when I can be arsed to do any, so this is a strong contender for this monthās treat yourself money š So glad it performs as well! Well done Jackie and ABH š
I think I have dupes for a lot of these, but I’m a sucker for having a cohesive palette that performs well, so this is going on the wish list!
I’m really happy about this because it’s like the perfect baby of the last few palettes. I skipped on Rivera and Alyssa Edwards b/c they each had a white matte that I would never use and I returned Norvina b/c it didn’t have enough depth. I’m really happy that this palette is available, super happy it rated this high, and it’s even recommended. This is like the perfect everyday palette and I can use all of the shades which is rare. I should be receiving my palette on Thursday. I’m really excited to play with it.
Hello Christine,
Hoping if you could help, I’m trying to choose between the 2 pallets.which is so hard!!! I never tried both brands but I’m keen to try one. If you could buy one, which one would you prefer? The Anastasia x Jackie Aina Eyeshadow Palette or the Persona Identity Two Eyeshadow Palette. Thank you xx
Hi Alyss,
I’m still testing the Persona Identity Two palette, so I couldn’t say!
It’s a no for me. I have enough for these same shades. Not a fan either. š
I used to love watching Jackie Aina’s video’s, she thought me a lot about colour combinations. Happy this gets such a good rating.
Saw Mel blending, blending, and then even more blending and that removed any final vestiges of want.
Iām not a fan of the pigments. Too much work.
I’m SOOOO glad this received a good rating! I so want to try it and support her (if any other this does). But now goes the dupe yet and then I’ll jump on to Sephora France (surprised they have it so soon) and use my birthday card! š
Okay, lots of dupes, but 5 colors that still stand out and that I can’t dupe well. ND’s Orion is pretty than Sponsored and Shookington could have had a little bit of green or blue (something to give it a tad bit of pop), but I’m still going to purchase it because 1.) you rated it well 2.) I want to support Jacki’s effort and 3.) it looks like a cohesive palette and 4.) you did such a good job showing off the lack of creasing, which I appreciate in eyeshadows as a mature woman. (And having everything in one palette is a plus for me!)