ColourPop Ctrl + Alt + Glam Eyeshadow Palette Review & Swatches

Christine — Sat, 19 Nov 2022 22:00:00 +0000

Ctrl Alt Glam

ColourPop Ctrl Alt Glam 12-Pan Pressed Powder Shadow Palette ($18.00 for 0.3 oz.) is a new, limited edition palette that included several pops of pink and berry paired with warmer, more orange-based neutrals. The mattes were very consistent with the brand’s formula (fairly pigmented, blendable, easy enough to work with but had some powderiness), while most of the shimmers were more emollient but thinner/firmer, which made them easier to use with a fingertip.

Ctrl Alt Glam

LELimited Edition. $22.00.

B+

8.5

Product

9.5

Pigmentation

8.5

Texture

8.5

Longevity

4.5

Application

88%

Total

Hologram

Hologram had a more translucent base packed full of white, pink, and silvery-blue glitter. This shade does contain plastic (PET) glitter.

Medium coverage
Very textured with glitter but had a slip to it
Spread fairly evenly on its own
Average-wearing (7 hours with fallout)

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ColourPop I'm Late (LE, $6.00) is lighter (90% similar).
ColourPop Kaleidoscope (LE, $6.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
ColourPop Icy Patch (LE, $6.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
ColourPop Island Hopping (LE, $6.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
ColourPop Anomaly (-, $8.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
ColourPop Royal Ball (LE, $6.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
ColourPop Virtual Love (LE, $6.00) is warmer (90% similar).
ColourPop Superfriends (LE, $6.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
ColourPop CEO (LE, $6.00) is warmer (85% similar).
ColourPop Rum Season (PiP, $6.00) is warmer (85% similar).

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Hologram

LELimited Edition. $6.00.

B-

Product

8.5

Pigmentation

8.5

Texture

7.5

Longevity

4.5

Application

82%

Total

Tokens

Tokens is a very light and bright pink base with subtle, warm undertones and contrasting, pale gold shimmer that gave it a metallic finish.

Opaque pigmentation
More loosely-pressed, lightly emollient and a touch thick
Best applied with a firm, flat brush and/or dampened brush
Long-wearing (8 hours)

FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

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ColourPop Fantasyland (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery (95% similar).
Huda Beauty Gemstone #8 (PiP, ) is more shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
ColourPop Sparkling (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, warmer (95% similar).
Laura Mercier Magnetic Pink (P, $29.00) is less shimmery (95% similar).
L'Oreal Always Pearly Pink (756) (P, $7.99) is darker (95% similar).
Huda Beauty Amethyst #8 (LE, ) is cooler (95% similar).
ColourPop Faithfully (PiP, $4.50) is darker (90% similar).
ColourPop Know Better (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
ColourPop Daytrippin' (LE, $6.00) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
Pat McGrath Iconic Ingenue (LE, $25.00) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar).

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Formula Overview

$4.50/0.05 oz. - $90.00 Per Ounce

The new Pressed Powder Shadow formula is supposed to be “highly pigmented” with an “ultra-velvety and silky” texture that is “long-wearing” and “adheres easily to the eyes.” Most of the shades have semi-opaque to opaque pigmentation that applies well to bare skin, blends out without issue, and lasts for seven to eight hours.

The matte eyeshadows tend to be a little more powdery, though soft and finely-milled, in the pan, while the shimmers have a creamier, dense consistency. Occasionally, the more sparkly or metallic shades apply better with fingertips or a dampened brush.

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Tokens

LELimited Edition. $4.50.

A-

8.5

Product

Pigmentation

8.5

Texture

8.5

Longevity

Application

90%

Total

Pixel

Pixel is a light-medium pink with cooler undertones and a semi-matte finish.

Semi-opaque color coverage
Soft, smooth, somewhat powdery
Blendable, easy to work with
Long-wearing (eight hours is typical of this formula)

FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

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ColourPop No Sleep (PiP, $4.50).
Terra Moons Utopia (P, $6.00).
Lethal Cosmetics Crossroads (P, $6.00).
ColourPop Two to Mango (P, $4.50).
ColourPop Ghostin' (PiP, $4.50).
ColourPop Love Letter (PiP, $4.50).
ColourPop Do or Dye (PiP, $4.50).
ColourPop Brr Baby (LE, $4.50).
ColourPop Sleepy Head (LE, $4.50).
Huda Beauty Libra (PiP, ).

Formula Overview

$4.50/0.05 oz. - $90.00 Per Ounce

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Pixel

LELimited Edition. $4.50.

B+

8.5

Product

Pigmentation

8.5

Texture

8.5

Longevity

Application

88%

Total

So Meta (Mariale)

So Meta is a dusty, light-medium coral with warm, pink-leaning undertones and a matte finish.

Opaque color coverage
Soft, smooth, lightly powdery
Blendable, easy to work with
Long-wearing (eight hours is typical of this formula)

FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

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ColourPop Soft Core (LE, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar).
ColourPop Earth Angel (LE, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar).
Natasha Denona Relief (381CM) (PiP, ) is warmer (95% similar).
Sydney Grace Palace (PiP, $5.25) is warmer (95% similar).
ColourPop U Promise (PiP, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
Urban Decay Deserted (P, $26.00) is lighter (95% similar).
Natasha Denona Lyria (245CM) (PiP, ) is darker, warmer (95% similar).
Makeup Geek Rose (LE, $6.00) is cooler (95% similar).
ColourPop Look at Me (PiP, $4.50) is cooler (95% similar).
ColourPop Part Time (PiP, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar).

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Formula Overview

$4.50/0.05 oz. - $90.00 Per Ounce

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So Meta (Mariale)

LELimited Edition. $4.50.

A-

Product

Pigmentation

Texture

8.5

Longevity

Application

92%

Total

Upload

Upload is a bright, medium lavender with warm, pink undertones and a cooler, blue-to-violet shifting duochrome shimmer that gave it a metallic sheen.

Opaque pigmentation
More firmly-pressed, thin, emollient
More uneven application with brush, best with fingertip
Long-wearing (8 hours)

FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

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ColourPop Sunbird (LE, $4.50) is lighter, cooler (95% similar).
Juvia's Place Faso (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
Makeup Geek Hot Pants (DC, $6.00) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
NYX Volatile (P, $6.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
Too Faced Jelly (LE, $16.00) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
ColourPop Ripple (LE, $6.00) is less shimmery (90% similar).
ColourPop Starchild (P, $4.50) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
Lethal Cosmetics Enigma (P, $6.00) is more shimmery (90% similar).
Urban Decay Spitfire (LE, $19.00) is more shimmery (90% similar).
Huda Beauty Neon Pink #5 (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).

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Formula Overview

$4.50/0.05 oz. - $90.00 Per Ounce

The new Pressed Powder Shadow formula is supposed to be “highly pigmented” with an “ultra-velvety and silky” texture that is “long-wearing." The way the Pressed Pigments differ is that they're not intended for usage on the immediate eye area.

The majority of the shades are semi-opaque to opaque in coverage, blend out fairly well, and can sometimes be a bit drier/more powdery compared to typical matte shades. They often wear eight to nine hours on me before fading, but many shades in the Pressed Pigment family leave some staining behind.

Browse all of our ColourPop Pressed Powder Pigment swatches.

NOTICE: All products categorized under "Pigment" carry a warning in the US that the product is "not intended for use in the immediate eye area." 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. The product includes color additives that are not approved for usage on the eyes per the FDA. Some color additives in "Pigments" have no usage restrictions in the EU, per CosIng, and can be used on the eyes. We recommend checking ingredients to confirm current safety assessment/restrictions: FDA/CosIng.

Upload

LELimited Edition. $4.50.

A-

8.5

Product

Pigmentation

8.5

Texture

8.5

Longevity

Application

90%

Total

VR

VR is a vivid, medium-dark berry with strong, cool undertones and a matte finish.

Semi-opque, buildable acolor coverage
Soft, smooth, lightly powdery
Blendable, easy to work with
Long-wearing (eight hours is typical of this formula)

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ColourPop Chia Seed (LE, $4.50) is lighter (90% similar).
ColourPop Fae (LE, $4.50) is lighter (90% similar).
ColourPop Sista (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery (90% similar).
NABLA Cosmetics Venom (PiP, ) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
ColourPop Keepsake (LE, $4.50) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
Dominique Cosmetics Astrid Lust (PiP, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
Makeup Geek Invincible (P, $9.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
UOMA Beauty Abyssinia (LE, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
Anastasia A3 (Norvina Vol. 1) (LE, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
Huda Beauty Amethyst (PiP, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).

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Formula Overview

$4.50/0.05 oz. - $90.00 Per Ounce

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VR

LELimited Edition. $4.50.

B+

8.5

Product

Pigmentation

8.5

Texture

8.5

Longevity

Application

88%

Total

Avatar

Avatar is a medium-dark fuchsia pink with cooler undertones and a violet sheen.

Opaque pigmentation
More firmly-pressed, thin, emollient
More uneven application with brush, best with fingertip
Long-wearing (8 hours)

FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

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Terra Moons Lost in Space (P, $8.50) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (95% similar).
Glaminatrix Bubblegum (P, $8.77) is lighter (95% similar).
ColourPop Rosa (LE, $5.00) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
Moira Supernova (P, $7.50) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
ColourPop Fame Game (LE, $6.00) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
BH Cosmetics Club Tropicana #28 (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
JD Glow Sprung (P, $7.50) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
Sydney Grace Pink Fury (LE, $5.00) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
Dominique Cosmetics Electric Amethyst (PiP, ) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
Sydney Grace Winter Berry (DC, $8.00) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar).

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Formula Overview

$4.50/0.05 oz. - $90.00 Per Ounce

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Avatar

LELimited Edition. $4.50.

A-

8.5

Product

Pigmentation

8.5

Texture

8.5

Longevity

Application

90%

Total

Hacker

Hacker is a darker copper with warm, reddish-orange undertones and a metallic sheen that looked almost wet.

Opaque pigmentation
More firmly-pressed, thin, emollient
More uneven application with brush, best with fingertip
Long-wearing (8 hours)

FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

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Dior Shimmer Red Copper (PiP, ) is less shimmery, cooler (95% similar).
Viseart Saturn (GPV2 #11) (LE, ) is lighter (95% similar).
Pat McGrath Scandalous (LE, $25.00) is more shimmery, darker (95% similar).
Charlotte Tilbury Diva Lights (Enhance) (LE, ) is darker (95% similar).
ColourPop Racks (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar).
Chanel Rouge Brule (128) (LE, $32.00) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar).
Huda Beauty Nude Rich #4 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, cooler (95% similar).
Charlotte Tilbury Easy Smokey Date (Prime) (LE, ) is more shimmery, cooler (95% similar).
ColourPop Fever (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, cooler (95% similar).
KKW Beauty Samurai (PiP, ) is less shimmery, cooler (95% similar).

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$4.50/0.05 oz. - $90.00 Per Ounce

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Hacker

LELimited Edition. $4.50.

A-

8.5

Product

Pigmentation

8.5

Texture

8.5

Longevity

Application

90%

Total

Glamverse

Glamverse is a brighter, medium-dark pink with neutral-to-cool undertones and a matte finish.

Mostly opaque color coverage
Soft, smooth, somewhat powdery
Blendable, easy to work with
Long-wearing (eight hours is typical of this formula)

FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

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MAC Pink Net (PiP, ) is lighter (95% similar).
ColourPop Angel Eyes (PiP, $4.50) is warmer (95% similar).
Urban Decay Scrunchie (LE, $19.00) is warmer (95% similar).
ColourPop Fan Fiction (LE, $4.50) is lighter, cooler (95% similar).
Anastasia E1 (Norvina Vol. 4) (LE, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
Natasha Denona Esme (473CM) (PiP, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
ColourPop Pillow Mint (LE, $4.50) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
ColourPop Strawberry Sorbet (LE, $4.50) is lighter (90% similar).
ColourPop Loves It (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
Dior Rosy Canvas #3 (LE, ) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar).

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Formula Overview

$4.50/0.05 oz. - $90.00 Per Ounce

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Glamverse

LELimited Edition. $4.50.

B+

8.5

Product

Pigmentation

8.5

Texture

8.5

Longevity

Application

88%

Total

Glitch

Glitch is a bright, light-medium blue with moderate, cool undertones and an intense, metallic finish.

Opaque pigmentation
More loosely-pressed, not too thick or too thin
Applied evenly and blended out well
Long-wearing (8 hours)

FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

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BH Cosmetics Club Tropicana #25 (LE, ) is darker (95% similar).
Give Me Glow Ocean Water (P, $7.00) is warmer (95% similar).
ColourPop Tide Pool (PiP, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar).
Sydney Grace Juggler (P, $6.25) is warmer (95% similar).
BH Cosmetics Foil Eyes #25 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar).
Glaminatrix Icicle (P, $8.04) is warmer (95% similar).
Lethal Cosmetics Ascension (P, $6.00) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar).
JD Glow Blue Avenue (P, $7.50) is warmer (95% similar).
ColourPop Peeps Blue (LE, $6.00) is darker (95% similar).
Huda Beauty Sapphire #9 (LE, ) is darker (95% similar).

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Formula Overview

$4.50/0.05 oz. - $90.00 Per Ounce

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Glitch

LELimited Edition. $4.50.

A-

Product

Pigmentation

Texture

8.5

Longevity

Application

92%

Total

Circuit

Circuit is a faded, eggplant purple with neutral-to-warm undertones and a matte finish.

Opaque color coverage
Soft, smooth, lightly powdery
Blendable, easy to work with
Long-wearing (eight hours is typical of this formula)

FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

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ColourPop Dynamo (PiP, $4.50) is more shimmery, cooler (95% similar).
ColourPop Echoes (PiP, $4.50) is cooler (95% similar).
ColourPop New Realm (LE, $4.50) is lighter (90% similar).
Sydney Grace Redeemed (DC, $5.25) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
Urban Decay Neo (LE, $19.00) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
ColourPop Autumn Breeze (LE, $4.50) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
Tarte Still Life (LE, ) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
Dior Pink Vibration #5 (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
Huda Beauty Vortex (PiP, ) is cooler (90% similar).
ColourPop Buddies (LE, $4.50) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).

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Formula Overview

$4.50/0.05 oz. - $90.00 Per Ounce

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Circuit

LELimited Edition. $4.50.

A-

Product

Pigmentation

Texture

8.5

Longevity

Application

92%

Total

Web3

Web3 is a rich, medium-dark brown with subtle, warm red undertones and a mostly matte finish.

Opaque color coverage
Soft, smooth, lightly powdery
Blendable, easy to work with
Long-wearing (eight hours is typical of this formula)

FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

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ColourPop Pouffe (PiP, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
ColourPop Macchiato (LE, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar).
ColourPop Groovin' (LE, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar).
MAC Bougie Babe (LE, $17.00) is lighter (95% similar).
ColourPop Bullion (LE, $4.50) is cooler (95% similar).
Tarte Cozy (PiP, ) is lighter (95% similar).
ColourPop Soft Launch (LE, $4.50) is cooler (95% similar).
ColourPop Spun Around (PiP, $4.50) is cooler (95% similar).
ColourPop Warmer Daze (PiP, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
Natasha Denona Dakota (247CM) (PiP, ) is lighter (90% similar).

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Formula Overview

$4.50/0.05 oz. - $90.00 Per Ounce

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Web3

LELimited Edition. $4.50.

A-

Product

Pigmentation

Texture

8.5

Longevity

Application

92%

Total

ColourPop Ctrl Alt Glam 12-Pan Pressed Powder Shadow Palette

ColourPop Hologram Pressed Glitter

ColourPop Tokens Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop Pixel Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop So Meta (Mariale) Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop Upload Pressed Powder Pigment

ColourPop VR Pressed Powder Pigment

ColourPop Avatar Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop Hacker Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop Glamverse Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop Glitch Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop Circuit Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop Web3 Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop Ctrl Alt Glam 12-Pan Pressed Powder Shadow Palette

ColourPop Hologram Pressed Glitter

ColourPop Tokens Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop Pixel Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop So Meta (Mariale) Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop Upload Pressed Powder Pigment

ColourPop VR Pressed Powder Pigment

ColourPop Avatar Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop Hacker Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop Glamverse Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop Glitch Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop Circuit Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop Web3 Pressed Powder Shadow

Temptalia

ColourPop Ctrl + Alt + Glam Eyeshadow Palette Review & Swatches

Ctrl Alt Glam

LELimited Edition. $22.00.

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Hologram

Top Dupes

LELimited Edition. $6.00.

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Tokens

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Formula Overview

LELimited Edition. $4.50.

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Pixel

Top Dupes

Formula Overview

LELimited Edition. $4.50.

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So Meta (Mariale)

Top Dupes

Formula Overview

LELimited Edition. $4.50.

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Upload

Top Dupes

Formula Overview

LELimited Edition. $4.50.

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VR

Top Dupes

Formula Overview

LELimited Edition. $4.50.

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Avatar

Top Dupes

Formula Overview

LELimited Edition. $4.50.

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Hacker

Top Dupes

Formula Overview

LELimited Edition. $4.50.

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Glamverse

Top Dupes

Formula Overview

LELimited Edition. $4.50.

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Glitch

Top Dupes

Formula Overview

LELimited Edition. $4.50.

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Circuit

Top Dupes

Formula Overview

LELimited Edition. $4.50.

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Web3

Top Dupes

Formula Overview

LELimited Edition. $4.50.

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