ColourPop Lit 8-Pan Pressed Shadow Palette Review & Swatches
Lit
ColourPop Lit 8-Pan Pressed Shadow Palette ($12.00 for 0.32 oz.) is a new, limited edition palette with warm-toned shades across mattes and shimmers. Worth noting, the following shades are “not intended for use in the immediate eye area” per the brand: Mercy and Like. Most of the eyeshadows had good pigmentation, were blendable, and easy enough to use, though it wasn’t quite as good as some of the brand’s previous offerings have been.
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Lit
LELimited Edition.
Or Whatevah
Or Whatevah is a soft, peachy brown with warm undertones and a matte finish. It had good pigmentation that was buildable to full coverage with a second layer. The consistency was soft, blendable, and just a touch powdery in the pan. It wore well for eight hours on me before fading noticeably.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Good Habit (PiP, $4.50) is cooler (95% similar).
- Morphe M.F.E.O. (LE, ) is darker (95% similar).
- KVD Beauty Fawn (Base) (LE, ) is more muted (95% similar).
- ColourPop Wake Up Call (P, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
- MAC Kid (P, $17.00) is more muted (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Cleveland (Light) (PiP, $5.25) is darker (95% similar).
- Makeup Geek Buffed (LE, $6.00) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Bare to Wear (PiP, $4.50) is lighter, more muted (90% similar).
- Too Faced Gretchen (LE, $16.00) is darker (90% similar).
- NARS Seven Heaven (LE, $19.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
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.
Browse all of our ColourPop Pressed Powder Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Talc, Boron Nitride, Zinc Stearate, Lauroyl Lysine, Magnesium Stearate, Dimethicone, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Silica, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Dimethiconol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Iron Oxides (CI 77492, CI 77499), Mica (CI 77019), Red 40 Lake (CI 16035), 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.
Or Whatevah
LELimited Edition. $4.50.
Mercy
Mercy is a medium-dark red with subtle, warm undertones and a sparkling, metallic finish. The texture was chunkier and denser with a firmer, slightly cream-like texture, which made it harder to apply evenly with brushes but was workable with a flat, synthetic brush and patting/pressing motions on my lid. There was a bit of fallout when blended out along the edges. It stayed on well for eight hours on me before creasing faintly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Melt Cosmetics Haze (PiP, ) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- MAC Crimson Tryst (LE, $17.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Buxom Best Life (P, $12.00) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Razzle Dazzle (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Pat McGrath Lotus Luxe (LE, $25.00) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Huda Beauty Fling (LE, ) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Poppy (PiP, $29.00) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Fyrinnae Feline Pretty Femme (P, $7.00) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Handsome Nose (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Tarte Revel (P, $14.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
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.
Ingredients
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Dimethicone, Lauroyl Lysine, Polyethylene, Magnesium Myristate, Boron Nitride, Dimethiconol, Phenoxyethanol, PTFE, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Iron Oxides (CI 77491), Red 7 Lake (CI 15850). *Not intended for use in the immediate eye area.
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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Mercy
LELimited Edition. $4.50.
Macchiato
Macchiato is a medium-dark, reddish brown with warm undertones and a matte finish. It had nearly opaque pigmentation that applied evenly to bare skin. The consistency was soft, smooth, and not too thick or too thin, so it blended out easily but did not lose its intensity. It lasted well for eight hours on me before it started to fade.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Chanel Lumieres et Vibrations #4 (LE, ) is more shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Pumpkin Pie (LE, $5.25) is lighter (95% similar).
- Urban Decay Extra Bitter (PiP, $19.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Solomon (P, $5.25) is cooler (95% similar).
- ColourPop Web3 (LE, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
- Pat McGrath Paradiso (LE, $25.00) is cooler (95% similar).
- MAC Bougie Babe (LE, $17.00) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Warmer Daze (PiP, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
- NARS Whipped (LE, $19.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Natasha Denona Mindful (374CP) (PiP, ) is more shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
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.
Browse all of our ColourPop Pressed Powder Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Talc, Boron Nitride, Zinc Stearate, Lauroyl Lysine, Magnesium Stearate, Dimethicone, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Silica, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Dimethiconol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Blue 1 Lake (CI 42090), Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77499), Manganese Violet (CI 77742), Mica (CI 77019), Red 40 Lake (CI 16035), 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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Macchiato
LELimited Edition. $4.50.
Cleo Amore
Cleo Amore is a vivid, medium-dark yellow with strong, warm undertones and a matte finish. It was richly pigmented with a smooth, velvety texture that adhered well to bare skin and didn’t appear chalky. It wore well for eight hours on me before fading noticeably.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- UOMA Beauty Kandake (LE, ) is warmer (95% similar).
- Sugarpill Metro (PiP, $13.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- KVD Beauty Fran (LE, ) is cooler (95% similar).
- ColourPop Airbending (LE, $4.50) is warmer (95% similar).
- ColourPop Vibey (LE, $4.50) is warmer (95% similar).
- Anastasia Phresh (LE, $12.00) is cooler (95% similar).
- ColourPop Sun Belt (PiP, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
- Coloured Raine Lemon Drop (PiP, $6.99) is brighter, cooler (95% similar).
- Natasha Denona Citrine (PiP, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- MAC Goldenrod (DC, $17.00) is darker, brighter (95% similar).
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.
Browse all of our ColourPop Pressed Powder Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
Boron Nitride, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Zinc Stearate, Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Lauroyl Lysine, Caprylyl Glycol, Dimethiconol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492), Mica (CI 77019), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Yellow 5 Lake (CI 19140).
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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Cleo Amore
LELimited Edition. $4.50.
She Got Money
She Got Money is a medium gold with warm undertones and a metallic finish. The eyeshadow had opaque color coverage in a single layer, which adhered well to bare skin and still blended out easily on my lid. The texture was soft, lightly creamy and easy to work with. It stayed on nicely for eight hours on me before it creased slightly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Natasha Denona Blaze (263K) (LE, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- Chanel Or Ambre (27) (LE, $36.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- bareMinerals Hoopla (LE, ) is cooler (95% similar).
- Bobbi Brown Overheated (LE, $38.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Quicksand (LE, $4.50) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Zoeva Unfinished (PiP, ) is less shimmery, more muted (90% similar).
- MAC Twinkling Lights (LE, $21.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Linda Hallberg Cosmetics Ethereal (PiP, ) is lighter, brighter (90% similar).
- ColourPop Genie (PiP, $4.50) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Baked Cowboy (DC, $19.00) is less shimmery (90% similar).
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.
Browse all of our ColourPop Pressed Powder Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
Dimethicone, Boron Nitride, Magnesium Stearate, Lauroyl Lysine, Dimethiconol, Phenoxyethanol, Talc, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Bismuth Oxychloride (CI 77163), Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77499), Mica (CI 77019), 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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She Got Money
LELimited Edition. $4.50.
Periodt
Periodt is a medium-dark coral-red with warm undertones and a matte finish. It had semi-opaque pigmentation that was buildable to full coverage with a second pass. The texture was lightly dusty in the pan, but it blended out easily along the edge. It lasted well for eight hours before fading slightly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Sephora Rust (PiP, ) (95% similar).
- ColourPop Charisma (LE, $4.50) is warmer (95% similar).
- MAC Louvre at First Sight (PiP, $17.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Give Me Glow West Coast (P, $7.00) is brighter (90% similar).
- ColourPop Seed Money (PiP, $4.50) is darker (90% similar).
- Lethal Cosmetics Fahrenheit (P, $6.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Be Bold (PiP, $5.25) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Sydney Grace Berry Fizz (DC, $5.25) is darker (85% similar).
- Persona Passionate (PiP, ) is darker, more muted, warmer (85% similar).
- Give Me Glow Dramatic (P, $7.00) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
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.
Browse all of our ColourPop Pressed Powder Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Talc, Boron Nitride, Zinc Stearate, Lauroyl Lysine, Magnesium Stearate, Dimethicone, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Silica, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Dimethiconol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Carmine (CI 75470), Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), Mica (CI 77019), Red 40 Lake (CI 16035), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Yellow 5 Lake (CI 19140).
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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Periodt
LELimited Edition. $4.50.
Like
Like is a medium-dark berry with subtle, cool undertones and a mostly matte finish. There were faint micro-shimmers that I could see in the swatch photos but not so much in person. It had good pigmentation that was buildable to full coverage with a second layer. The texture was soft, lightly dusty but blendable. It wore nicely for eight hours on me.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Anastasia C1 (Norvina Mini Vol. 3) (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- ColourPop Latchkey (P, $4.50) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- NABLA Cosmetics Senorita (PiP, $8.00) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Give Me Glow Sweet Bitch (P, $7.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Pat McGrath Night Bloom (LE, $44.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Sephora Mauve (LE, ) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Wet 'n' Wild Rose in the Air #8 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Nest Egg (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Glory (PiP, ) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Please-blossom (LE, $7.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
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.
Ingredients
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Talc, Boron Nitride, Zinc Stearate, Lauroyl Lysine, Magnesium Stearate, Dimethicone, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Silica, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Dimethiconol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Carmine (CI 75470), Iron Oxides (CI 77499), Mica (CI 77019), Red 6 Lake (CI 15850), Red 7 Lake (CI 15850), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891). *Not intended for use in the immediate eye area.
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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Like
LELimited Edition. $4.50.
Bading
Bading is a soft, pinky-coral with warm, golden pearl. It had good pigmentation with a drier, dustier texture that was thinner than most shades by the brand (especially for a shimmer). It seemed to look more faded when applied, almost as if some of the shimmer disappeared. It blended out easily, though, and stayed on well for seven hours on me.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Milani Most Covet Rose (PiP, $5.99) is more shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- Laura Mercier Pink Haze (LE, $23.00) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Stila Metallic Peach (LE, $18.00) is more shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- Pretty Vulgar Chirp (PiP, ) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Too Faced Fleur (LE, $16.00) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Too Faced Boxes & Bows (LE, $16.00) is more shimmery (90% similar).
- NABLA Cosmetics Vanitas (PiP, ) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- ColourPop Chick (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Urban Decay X (DC, $19.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Terra Moons Sun Sign (P, $13.00) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
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.
Browse all of our ColourPop Pressed Powder Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
Talc, Dimethicone, Boron Nitride, Lauroyl Lysine, Nylon-12, Octyldodecanol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Silica, Dimethiconol, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Bismuth Oxychloride (CI 77163), Carmine (CI 75470), Iron Oxides (CI 77491), Mica (CI 77019), Red 40 Lake (CI 16035), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Yellow 5 Lake (CI 19140).
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 urban dictionaried some of these shade names. Don’t. As to the palette, it’s a little too been there-done that.
The only one I can imagine you found offense to was Bading. The person who collaborated with CP on the palette is a gay Filipino and who wanted to reclaim the term. I don’t see what’s wrong with the others though,
Am I the only one who finds it weird that two shades of an eyeshadow palette aren’t eye safe?
Not weird. It comes up repeatedly — it generally has to do with ingredients that are rated eye-safe in other places (say … Europe) but not here, so technically they’re eyeshadows but have to be sold in the U.S as “pigments” because of our particular rules.
You are not. And there are quite of few of that type out there. Although does that mean you can use them on your lid but just not right up to your eyeball? Either way, it’s strange.
That’s very common, actually. Most people just don’t bother reading the back of the boxes palettes come in. I use some shadows that aren’t “safe” and even my sensitive eyes don’t react.
This is quite pretty, but I have a small gripe with Colourpop’s emails. I don’t know who the fuck Bretman Rock is, and seeing the title of an email with basically only his name to let me know what the email is about…yeah, straight in the spam folder and now all their emails are automatically going in there. It’s kind of a pain in the ass to try and reverse spam markers with my email account.
PSA to Colourpop – just because we signed up to the email list doesn’t mean everyone knows who your collaborators are, maybe reassess titles. Thanks!
Ok…back to the swatches, I like this palette and the other eye palette and that red lip quite a lot. Also your hair looks amazing still. If it was mine all those beautiful reds and purples would have faded in two washes.
It’s a nice, cohesive color story. I do like it, as I normally tend to favor warm colors such as these. It’s a good size to travel with, if you wanted a smaller palette for traveling.
OK Colour Pop, we have seen enough of these, very dupable, warm toned palettes. You can try something different now.
Beautiful eye look Christine.
Blame the people who keep buying all of them, not the company making the products that bring in the most money!
If I didn’t already have Queen of Hearts, and a few spectacular singles, I’d probably be interested.
Even though I realize that this color combo has been done ad nauseum, this eye look you did with this little palette is KILLER! My favorite shade in here is Mercy. Now to locate a perfect dupe!
Pretty little palette. Nothing ground breaking but the look you did with the palette and the lippie Wig with your hair is stunning. You are killing it in the eye look department. Even on a good day I can’t get my eye shadow to look like that and the pairing with the lip is perfect. Oh, passing on the palette!!
I had to google Periodt. I thought it was a typo for Peridot, but then that would be a green jewel tone. Ugh, I’m old. I think the colors on the palette are interesting and I love that they put in the bright matte yellow.
I too notice that many palettes put in a few shades that aren’t eye safe. I don’t have any issues with that at all, just find some really pigmented red or pinks sometimes stain.
Haha, me too! God, I feel old.
I’m certain I have dupes of most of the colors in this palette. But, I had to take another look after seeing them on you. They look beautiful on youI