ColourPop Locket Down Eyeshadow Palette Review & Swatches
Locket Down
ColourPop Locket Down 9-Pan Pressed Powder Palette ($14.00 for 0.32 oz.) is a new, limited edition taupe-and-berry themed color story. It included five matte eyeshadows, three shimmery eyeshadows, and one pressed glitter shade. The matte eyeshadows performed well overall with a couple of shades being a little powdery, while the shimmers were on the drier side overall. The glitter was sheerer and drier, so it was hard to work with and had a fair amount of fallout/migration.
Ingredients
Locket Down
LELimited Edition. $14.00.
Momento
Momento has a transparent base full of pale lavender and cooler pink glitter and sparkle. It had semi-sheer to medium coverage with a slightly drier consistency, though there was some slip to it that helped the particles adhere to bare skin. There was fallout during application/blending, and then there was visible migration of the glitter particles after six hours of wear. This shade included plastic (PET) glitter, so it is not intended for use around the eye area.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Cake Walk (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- ColourPop Borealis (PiP, $4.50) is darker (90% similar).
- Viseart Wisteria (PiP, ) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Satin Ribbon (LE, $6.00) is cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Also Me (PiP, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Cuddle Weather (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Dior Pink Vibration #3 (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Sephora Moonstone (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
- MAC Ghost Story (LE, $17.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Stila Monarch (LE, $30.00) is more shimmery, 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.
Momento
LELimited Edition. $4.50.
Off Key
Off Key is a light, rosy mauve with strong, warm undertones and a matte finish. The consistency was smooth, velvety, and a little powdery, but it had enough weight to it to apply without fallout and still have full color coverage in one layer. It lasted well for eight hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- LORAC Rose Bud (PiP, $19.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Huda Beauty Crash (PiP, ) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Viseart Puck (LE, ) is warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop On the List (LE, $4.50) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Gravity Hill (PiP, $4.50) is darker (90% similar).
- ColourPop 1st Date (LE, $4.50) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Lisa Eldridge Mauve Decade (P, $16.00) is cooler (85% similar).
- MAC Blanche Cloud Nine (LE, $17.00) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
- NABLA Cosmetics Lullaby (PiP, $8.00) is lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- ColourPop Stone Age (PiP, $4.50) is darker, cooler (80% 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.
Off Key
LELimited Edition. $4.50.
Pave
Pave is a light pink with cooler undertones and a frosted finish. The texture seemed on the drier side, which translated to a more frosted finish that wasn’t as smooth or as shiny as the brand’s shimmers typically are. It had opaque color coverage that wore well for eight hours on me.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Feels (PiP, $4.50) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Cuddle Weather (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- ColourPop Borealis (PiP, $4.50) is darker (90% similar).
- ColourPop Satin Ribbon (LE, $6.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Sephora Illusion (PiP, ) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Hey Bestie (P, $8.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Ciate Mood (PiP, ) is more shimmery, warmer (85% similar).
- Anastasia A2 (Norvina Vol. 4) (LE, ) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Huda Beauty Neon Pink #8 (LE, ) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
- ColourPop Also Me (PiP, $4.50) is less shimmery, more muted, 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.
Pave
LELimited Edition. $4.50.
Open Book
Open Book is a light taupe-brown with subtle, warm undertones and a matte finish. It was richly pigmented with a smooth, somewhat powdery texture, but it was finely-milled, blendable, and weighted to prevent fallout during application and blending. It stayed on well for eight hours before showing signs of fading.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- NARS Mahe #2 (PiP, $19.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Urban Decay Naked 2 (PiP, $19.00) is lighter, more muted (90% similar).
- Chanel Blurry Grey #1 (PiP, ) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Lethal Cosmetics Unearthed (P, $6.00) is lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- ColourPop Run and Gun (LE, $4.50) is darker, cooler (85% similar).
- Natasha Denona Glam (323CM) (PiP, ) is darker (85% similar).
- NABLA Cosmetics Fossil (P, $8.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- bareMinerals Graceful (LE, ) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- MAC Groundwork (P, $23.00) is more shimmery, warmer (85% similar).
- MAC Sweet Dreams (LE, $17.00) is lighter, warmer (80% 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.
Open Book
LELimited Edition. $4.50.
Togetherness
Togetherness is a rich, medium-dark berry with cool undertones and a pearly sheen. The eyeshadow had opaque color coverage in a single layer, which applied beautifully to bare skin with an even application of color that diffused well along the edges. This shade lasted well for eight hours before fading noticeably.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- MAC Plum Dressing (DC, $17.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Pat McGrath Iridescent Orchid (LE, $25.00) is more shimmery, brighter (90% similar).
- MAC Supreme Harmony (LE, $20.00) is warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Bloomer (LE, $6.00) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- City Color U Jelly? (P, $6.99) is more shimmery (90% similar).
- MAC Care 4 You (LE, $17.00) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Lethal Cosmetics Rebirth (P, $6.00) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
- BH Cosmetics Foil Eyes 2 #12 (PiP, ) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
- NYX Plum Player (P, $10.50) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
- ColourPop Poison Apple (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, darker, brighter (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.
Togetherness
LELimited Edition. $4.50.
Noted
Noted is a muted, light-medium brown with subtle, warm undertones and barely-there micro-sparkle over a matte finish. It had rich color payoff paired with a soft, somewhat powdery texture, so there was light fallout when initially placed on the eye (even with care), but it was blendable and wasn’t prone to sheering out too readily. It wore well for eight hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Natasha Denona Nude Mauve (144CM) (PiP, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Sandcastle (Light) (PiP, $5.25) is lighter (90% similar).
- ColourPop Stardom (LE, $4.50) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Marc Jacobs Beauty Dog and Pony (LE, ) is warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Carried Away (LE, $4.50) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Made to Last (P, $4.50) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- LORAC Rosewood (LE, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Make Up For Ever M546 Dark Purple Taupe (P, $17.00) is warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Tongue Tied (PiP, $4.50) is lighter (90% similar).
- LORAC Pecan (PiP, $19.00) is lighter, 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
dimethicone, synthetic fluorphlogopite, calcium sodium borosilicate, calcium aluminum borosilicate, magnesium myristate, lauroyl lysine, boron nitride, dimethiconol, silica, alumina, phenoxyethanol, caprylyl glycol, ethylhexylglycerin, hexylene glycol, tin oxide. may contain: iron oxides (ci 77491, ci 77492, 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.
Noted
LELimited Edition. $4.50.
Keepsake
Keepsake is a vivid, medium-dark purple with subtle, warm undertones and a matte finish. The texture was slightly powdery in the pan, but it had good adhesion and blendability on my skin; you’ll just want to use a lighter hand when initially grabbing color to avoid fallout. It had opaque pigmentation that stayed on nicely for eight and a half hours and left a stain behind.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- NABLA Cosmetics Venom (PiP, ) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Little Stinker (LE, $4.50) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Dominique Cosmetics Astrid Lust (PiP, ) is warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop VR (LE, $4.50) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- UOMA Beauty Abyssinia (LE, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Kaja Major Grape (PiP, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop 143 (P, $4.50) is warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Spellcaster (LE, $4.50) is lighter (90% similar).
- Smashbox No Shame (P, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- UOMA Beauty Gazania (LE, ) is 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.
Keepsake
LELimited Edition. $4.50.
These Chains
These Chains is a light, pinky-plum with subtle, warm undertones and a pearly sheen. The eyeshadow was thinner and a little drier, so there was fallout during application and a tendency for the shimmer to look somewhat faded after a few minutes of wear. It had mostly opaque color coverage, but it appeared faded within six hours of wear.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Bare Minimum (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Elizabeth (Light) (PiP, $6.25) is more shimmery, cooler (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Girl's Night (P, $6.25) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- ColourPop Like Literally (PiP, $4.50) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Elizabeth (Deep) (PiP, $6.25) is darker (90% similar).
- ColourPop Not All There (LE, $8.00) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Sweetheart (P, $5.00) is more shimmery, warmer (85% similar).
- ColourPop Treasure Box (PiP, $4.50) is warmer (85% similar).
- Natasha Denona Razzle Dazzle (360SM) (LE, $29.00) is more shimmery, lighter (85% similar).
- Anastasia E5 (Norvina Vol. 3) (LE, ) is lighter (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.
These Chains
LELimited Edition. $4.50.
Hide and Peek
Hide and Peek is a bright, medium-dark berry with strong, cool undertones and a matte finish. It had opaque color coverage in a single layer, which adhered evenly to bare skin and blended out without difficult. The texture was soft, smooth, and blendable with slight thinness but not anything that made it stiff. It wore well for eight and a half hours before fading and left a stain behind.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Makeup Geek Dedicated (P, $9.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Anastasia C4 (Norvina Vol. 1) (LE, ) is warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Bop (PiP, ) is warmer (90% similar).
- MAC Lens Blur (P, $20.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Heron Chic (LE, $4.50) is darker (90% similar).
- ColourPop The Sagittarius (P, $4.50) is darker (85% similar).
- Natasha Denona Edgy (449CP) (PiP, ) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
- ColourPop Dead Man's Toe (LE, $4.50) is darker (85% similar).
- NARS Exxxcess (LE, $19.00) is warmer (85% similar).
- Anastasia B4 (Norvina Vol. 3) (LE, ) is lighter, brighter, cooler (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.
Nice enough, but I will likely get the ND Retro for my berry/pink/taupe fix, instead. And then pray that those cream to powder mattes don’t crease like crazy with my very hooded lids
I actually love the color story here and though it isn’t anything unique in this day of pink and red shadows, they look great together. I was thinking that I wished a couple of the shadows were sold individually because they are beautiful and actually scored the A’s in the palette but the stinker shades are not good so then I was thinking I would pass. Then I remembered that the ColourPop palettes are like $14 and I have paid that much for an individual shadow from other companies, so maybe I am going for it.
I thought the same thing, except that I would never use the magenta/berry shadows unless I used them for eyeliner (I’m always trying to find a color to make my yellow/green eyes look more green}. If Off Key, Open Book & Noted are the shades that interest you, the ColourPop 9-pan palette “Making Mauves” would serve you better. I usually use it at least once a week.
I’m very sad that Momento scored so poorly. To me, it’s reminiscent the lightest color in their Blush palette.