Clionadh Gleam & Gilding Iridescent Glitter Multichromes Review & Swatches
Gleam
Clionadh Gleam Iridescent Glitter Multichrome Eyeshadow ($10.50 for 0.05 oz.) has a more translucent base with multichromatic shifting shimmer/sparkle that went between cooler pink, warmer pink, orange, and yellowy gold. Per the brand, it is described as having “a translucent base that reflects pink-orange-yellow.” This felt like an accurate representation of the shifts, which I was able to see with ease.
The texture was smooth, lightly emollient to the touch, and more loosely-pressed into the pan, so a lighter hand and pressing motion was best for picking up product without over-applying. It had nearly opaque pigmentation that could be sheered out for more of a wash of shimmer/sparkle if desired. There was a touch of fallout during application, but the product stayed on well for eight and a half hours after that.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Danessa Myricks Young Love (P, $26.00) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- JD Glow Firestorm (P, $15.00) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- Lethal Cosmetics Zero Day (P, $21.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Terra Moons Red Giant (P, $17.00) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Clionadh Aura (P, $14.25) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Clionadh Spark (P, $12.50) is less shimmery (90% similar).
- Clionadh Fuse (P, $12.50) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- Terra Moons Euphoria (P, $17.00) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- Clionadh Breaker (P, $12.50) is less shimmery, cooler (85% similar).
- Clionadh Translucency (P, $10.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$7.75/0.05 oz. - $155.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to have a "nearly transparent base" so they can be used on all skin tones (despite appearing white in the pan), and they "can be used on eyes, lips, face and body." While other Multichromes may require more specific application or technique, the brand says that this formula can be used "the same way you would" apply any "highlight or shadow."
The "Glitter" finish (which isn't actual, plastic PET glitter!) is more loosely-pressed in the pan, so they need to be used with a lighter hand. They can also have some fallout when used with a dry brush, which is why the brand specified to apply with a fingertip or a wet brush, though I definitely found them very usable with a dry brush (with minor clean-up of fallout required). They wore between eight and nine hours on me before fading a bit.
I found that the shift wasn't as dramatic between the three described color shifts per shade (some more so than others), but they did have a dramatic shift between at least two shades.
I tried a few shades as cheek highlighters, and they applied well on cheeks and diffused readily along the edges without emphasizing my skin's natural texture. They wore between eight and nine hours as cheek highlighters as well.
Browse all of our Clionadh Iridescent Glitter Multichrome Eyeshadow swatches.
Ingredients
Dimethicone, Caprylic/ Capric Triglyceride, Isopropyl Myristate, Kaolin Clay (CI 77004), Magnesium Stearate, Zinc Stearate, Calcium Carbonate (CI 77220), Boron Nitride, Allantoin, Silica, Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax, +/- Synthetic Fluorohlogopite, +/- Aluminum Oxide, +/- Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, +/- Silicon Dioxide, +/- Mica (CI 77019), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), +/- Tin Oxide (CI 77861), +/- Iron Oxide (CI 77491), +/- Ferric Ferrocyanide (CI 77510), +/- Bismuth Oxychloride (CI 77163), +/- Red 40 (CI 16035), +/- Red 33 (CI 17200), +/- Red 27 (CI 45410), +/- Blue 1 (CI 42045), +/- Blue 2 (CI 73015), +/- Yellow 5 (CI 11380), +/- Ultramarines (CI 77007), Silver Powder (CI 77820), Aluminum Powder (CI 77000).
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.
Gleam
PPermanent. $7.75.
Gilding
Clionadh Gilding Iridescent Glitter Multichrome Eyeshadow ($21.00 for 0.05 oz.) has a silver base with shimmer/sparkle that shifted between yellowy gold, peach, and aqua. Per the brand, it is described as having “a silvery iridescent base that reflects pink-orange-yellow-lime.” I didn’t get as much of a pink-orange vibe–a little more in person than captured in my swatches–but it was a brighter, aqua-yellow-peach overall.
The texture was smooth to the touch, more emollient, but it was one of the more sparkly shades, which I felt resulted in a little more fallout and a slightly less-even application of product. I’d recommend applying this with a fingertip for sure as it didn’t apply well with a dry brush (which wasn’t as recommended, but I’ve found most shades are versatile enough to apply in a multitude of ways). It had semi-opaque color coverage that lasted well for eight hours before creasing faintly but had some additional fallout over time.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Terra Moons Phoenix (P, $17.00) is brighter (95% similar).
- Terra Moons Timeshift (P, $17.00) is less shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- Clionadh Glint (P, $7.75) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- Clionadh Lux (P, $14.25) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Terra Moons Ceres (P, $15.00) is more muted, warmer (90% similar).
- Terra Moons Saturn's Rings (P, $17.00) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Lethal Cosmetics Parallax (P, $16.50) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Terra Moons Meteorite (P, $8.50) is warmer (85% similar).
- JD Glow Jade (P, $7.50) is cooler (85% similar).
- Danessa Myricks Spring Equinox (LE, ) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$7.75/0.05 oz. - $155.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to have a "nearly transparent base" so they can be used on all skin tones (despite appearing white in the pan), and they "can be used on eyes, lips, face and body." While other Multichromes may require more specific application or technique, the brand says that this formula can be used "the same way you would" apply any "highlight or shadow."
The "Glitter" finish (which isn't actual, plastic PET glitter!) is more loosely-pressed in the pan, so they need to be used with a lighter hand. They can also have some fallout when used with a dry brush, which is why the brand specified to apply with a fingertip or a wet brush, though I definitely found them very usable with a dry brush (with minor clean-up of fallout required). They wore between eight and nine hours on me before fading a bit.
I found that the shift wasn't as dramatic between the three described color shifts per shade (some more so than others), but they did have a dramatic shift between at least two shades.
I tried a few shades as cheek highlighters, and they applied well on cheeks and diffused readily along the edges without emphasizing my skin's natural texture. They wore between eight and nine hours as cheek highlighters as well.
Browse all of our Clionadh Iridescent Glitter Multichrome Eyeshadow swatches.
Ingredients
Dimethicone, Caprylic/ Capric Triglyceride, Isopropyl Myristate, Kaolin Clay (CI 77004), Magnesium Stearate, Zinc Stearate, Calcium Carbonate (CI 77220), Boron Nitride, Allantoin, Silica, Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax, +/- Synthetic Fluorohlogopite, +/- Aluminum Oxide, +/- Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, +/- Silicon Dioxide, +/- Mica (CI 77019), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), +/- Tin Oxide (CI 77861), +/- Iron Oxide (CI 77491), +/- Ferric Ferrocyanide (CI 77510), +/- Bismuth Oxychloride (CI 77163), +/- Red 40 (CI 16035), +/- Red 33 (CI 17200), +/- Red 27 (CI 45410), +/- Blue 1 (CI 42045), +/- Blue 2 (CI 73015), +/- Yellow 5 (CI 11380), +/- Ultramarines (CI 77007), Silver Powder (CI 77820), Aluminum Powder (CI 77000).
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.
Gilding is magnificent! I could see using this in a dusty, deep blue eye look. I used to have Maybelline Prussian Blue roughly 40 years ago. It had a bluish gray base with a gold flash. This is like an amped up version of that!
Wow – these are beautiful and would complement any eye look. I love how the shades shift to different colours. Gleam would be my favourite.
These are heavenly!
Gleam is part of my order and so should reach me within the next century.