ColourPop Sage the Day Eyeshadow Palette Review & Swatches
Sage the Day
ColourPop Sage the Day 9-Pan Pressed Powder Palette ($14.00 for 0.32 oz.) is supposed to be a sage-inspired color story, though I’d just say it’s green-leaning rather than a particularly literal-translation of sage as a hue. It was grounded by warmer browns. The matte shades were pigmented, smooth, and blendable, while the shimmers were mostly opaque in coverage but a couple were a bit more loosely-pressed in feel.
Ingredients

Sage the Day
LELimited Edition. $14.00.
Lit Vibes
Lit Vibes is a very pale, peachy-gold base with green-to-gold shifting duochrome shimmer.
- Opaque pigmentation
- Smooth, moderately emollient consistency without being too dense
- Picked up readily with dry brush, blended out well
- Long-wearing (8 hours before fading visibly)
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Mama Odie (LE, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Striking (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- Moira Sonder (P, $8.50) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Touring (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop La Playa (P, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- MAC Flame (LE, $17.00) is less shimmery (90% similar).
- Huda Beauty Neon Green #5 (LE, ) is cooler (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Springtime (P, $6.25) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Rich Rich (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Minty Dream (P, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker (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.
Lit Vibes
PiPPermanent in Palette. $4.50.
Retreat Me
Retreat Me is a light green with moderate, warm undertones and a frosted finish.
- Opaque pigmentation
- Smooth, more loosely-pressed but not dry
- Picked up readily with dry brush, blended out well
- Long-wearing (8 hours before fading visibly)
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Lethal Cosmetics Inhabit (P, $6.50) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- ColourPop Pressed Juice (LE, $6.00) is warmer (85% similar).
- Kaja Starcrusher (PiP, ) is more shimmery, warmer (85% similar).
- ColourPop On the Outs (LE, $4.50) is lighter (85% similar).
- Lethal Cosmetics Vertigo (P, $6.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- Natasha Denona Limoncello (169M) (LE, $29.00) is less shimmery, warmer (85% similar).
- ColourPop Sunburst (PiP, $4.50) is warmer (85% similar).
- JD Glow Meringue (P, $7.50) is warmer (85% similar).
- Terra Moons Io (P, $13.00) is lighter, warmer (80% similar).
- ColourPop Sandy (Pineapple Cake) (LE, $4.50) 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.
Retreat Me
PiPPermanent in Palette. $4.50.
Sips Tea
Sips Tea is a pale, yellowish-green with a matte finish.
- Mostly opaque color coverage
- Soft, finely-milled, lightly powdery
- Applied evenly and was blendable
- Long-wearing (8 hours before fading visibly)
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Fresh Cut (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Huda Beauty Neon Green #3 (LE, ) is warmer (95% similar).
- ColourPop Frazzled (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, warmer (95% similar).
- Coloured Raine Cucumber Avocado (LE, $6.99) is darker, warmer (95% similar).
- elf Lava Lamp (P, $5.00) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Designer (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, warmer (95% similar).
- Fenty Beauty Thyme is Money (LE, ) is darker (95% similar).
- Natasha Denona Zest (433CP) (LE, ) is darker, warmer (95% similar).
- Urban Decay Supergreens (LE, $19.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Clionadh Sublimate (P, $4.50) is darker, warmer (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.
Sips Tea
PiPPermanent in Palette. $4.50.
Keep Calm
Keep Calm is a light, slightly brighter, lime green with subtle, warm undertones and a matte finish.
- Opaque color coverage
- Soft, finely-milled, lightly powdery
- Applied evenly and was blendable
- Long-wearing (8 hours before fading visibly)
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Anastasia A2 (Norvina Mini Vol. 2) (LE, $12.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- Sugarpill Twitch (PiP, ) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Viseart Pistachio (20) (LE, ) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Andradite (340CM) (LE, ) is lighter (90% similar).
- ColourPop Sips Tea (PiP, $4.50) is lighter (90% similar).
- Clionadh Sublimate (P, $4.50) is lighter (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Calmeria (DC, $5.25) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- UOMA Beauty Nandi (LE, ) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Supergreens (LE, $19.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- ColourPop Bussin' (LE, $6.00) 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.
Keep Calm
PiPPermanent in Palette. $4.50.
Tree of Life
Tree of Life is a darker, olive green with moderate, warm undertones and a pearly sheen.
- Opaque pigmentation
- Smooth, moderately emollient consistency without being too dense
- Picked up readily with dry brush, blended out well
- Long-wearing (8 hours before fading visibly)
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Clionadh Shani (LE, $6.25) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Give Me Glow Buffy (P, $7.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Black Widow (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Dose of Colors Jackpot (P, $20.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Sephora Golden Bronze (381) (P, $9.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- Kaja Wood Breeze (PiP, ) is less shimmery, cooler (85% similar).
- Pat McGrath Force Sensitive (LE, $25.00) is more shimmery, lighter (85% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Matheo (PiP, ) is more shimmery, lighter (85% similar).
- Fyrinnae Tardigrade (P, $8.50) is lighter (85% similar).
- Clionadh Firewood (P, $5.50) is more shimmery, 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.
Tree of Life
PiPPermanent in Palette. $4.50.
Intuition
Intuition is a light-medium, orange-brown with strong, warm undertones and a matte finish.
- Opaque color coverage
- Soft, velvety, smooth
- Applied evenly and was blendable
- Long-wearing (8 hours before fading visibly)
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- KKW Beauty Calabasas (PiP, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Chocolate Swirl (LE, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
- NABLA Cosmetics Deja Vu (PiP, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- Huda Beauty Toffee Brown #1 (PiP, ) is darker (95% similar).
- NABLA Cosmetics Ghibli (PiP, $8.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- Urban Decay Keeper (PiP, $19.00) is warmer (95% similar).
- Fenty Beauty Take Cover (PiP, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Poppy (Deep) (PiP, $5.25) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Pink Slip (LE, $4.50) is lighter (90% similar).
- ColourPop Tuscan Fun (LE, $4.50) 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.
Intuition
PiPPermanent in Palette. $4.50.
Manifest
Manifest is a medium-dark brown with moderate, warm undertones and a matte finish.
- Opaque color coverage
- Soft, finely-milled, lightly powdery
- Applied evenly and was blendable
- Long-wearing (8 hours before fading visibly)
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- MAC Spice Dynasty (LE, $17.00) is warmer (95% similar).
- Makeup by Mario Master Mattes #10 (PiP, ) is warmer (95% similar).
- ColourPop Crack On (PiP, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar).
- Viseart Nue (PiP, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Ewa Beach (LE, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
- Kaja Rich Espresso (PiP, ) is darker (95% similar).
- Natasha Denona Balance (376CM) (PiP, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Highest Rated (LE, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
- Chanel Légèreté et Expérience #4 (LE, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- Viseart Latte (PiP, ) is warmer (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.
Manifest
PiPPermanent in Palette. $4.50.
Nature Bae
Nature Bae has a warmer, reddish-brown base with green-to-blue shifting duochrome shimmer.
- Opaque pigmentation
- Smooth, more loosely pressed but had good adhesion
- Picked up readily with dry brush, blended out well
- Long-wearing (8 hours before fading visibly)
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Sydney Grace Red Chameleon (P, $6.25) (100% similar).
- Sydney Grace Starry Night (DC, $8.00) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- BH Cosmetics Foil Eyes #21 (PiP, ) is more shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop FYI (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, warmer (95% similar).
- Clionadh Toadstool (P, $5.25) is warmer (95% similar).
- Urban Decay Bloodstone (LE, $19.00) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- Makeup Geek Insomnia (P, $9.99) is more shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Starry Night (P, $8.00) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- Pat McGrath Dragonfly (LE, $25.00) is more shimmery, warmer (95% similar).
- ColourPop Sassy (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, 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.
Nature Bae
PiPPermanent in Palette. $4.50.
Smudge Me
Smudge Me is a rich, deep olive-green with muted, warm brown undertones and a matte finish.
- Opaque color coverage
- Soft, finely-milled, lightly powdery
- Applied evenly and was blendable
- Long-wearing (8 hours before fading visibly)
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Melt Cosmetics Sour Diesel (LE, ) is warmer (95% similar).
- ColourPop Hot Toddy (LE, $4.50) is lighter (90% similar).
- Chanel Intense #3 (PiP, ) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Charmed (LE, $4.50) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace General (P, $5.25) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Savanna (LE, ) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- Anastasia Destiny (DC, $12.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- NARS Up in Smoke (LE, $19.00) is lighter (85% similar).
- Zoeva MT150 (PiP, ) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- NABLA Cosmetics Radikal (P, $8.00) 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.
Smudge Me
PiPPermanent in Palette. $4.50.

ColourPop Sage the Day 9-Pan Pressed Powder Palette

ColourPop Sage the Day 9-Pan Pressed Powder Palette

ColourPop Sage the Day 9-Pan Pressed Powder Palette

ColourPop Sage the Day 9-Pan Pressed Powder Palette

ColourPop Sage the Day 9-Pan Pressed Powder Palette

ColourPop Sage the Day 9-Pan Pressed Powder Palette

ColourPop Sage the Day 9-Pan Pressed Powder Palette

ColourPop Lit Vibes Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop Lit Vibes Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop Retreat Me Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop Retreat Me Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop Sips Tea Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop Sips Tea Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop Keep Calm Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop Keep Calm Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop Tree of Life Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop Tree of Life Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop Intuition Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop Intuition Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop Manifest Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop Manifest Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop Nature Bae Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop Nature Bae Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop Smudge Me Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop Smudge Me Pressed Powder Shadow
This one literally SURPRISED me by how much I love it! Didn’t think I would, either.
I think this is a lovely muted neutral and green palette – the shades work well together and the ratings are very good.
I think this looks a lot like The Child palette from the Star Wars Mandalorian collection
I think this is really pretty, and I think the shades all go together really well. I love that there is a really deep hazel shade instead of a just a brown or black. I’m going to get it. I think it’ll look fab with my hazel/green eyes.