ColourPop Secret Admirer Eyeshadow Palette Review & Swatches

Christine — Mon, 31 Jan 2022 20:00:00 +0000

Secret Admirer

ColourPop Secret Admirer 9-Pan Pressed Powder Palette ($14.00 for 0.32 oz.) is a new, red-themed palette that included coral to fuchsia to red shades. There were four shimmer shades and five matte shades. There was some redundancy, as it ended up being a more monochromatic color story, so it was better used with a few shades rather than extending to all or most of them.

Ingredients

Secret Admirer

LELimited Edition. $14.00.

A-

Product

9.5

Pigmentation

Texture

8.5

Longevity

4.5

Application

90%

Total

With Love

With Love is a light, dusty coral with warmer undertones and a matte finish. The eyeshadow had full pigmentation, while the texture was smooth, velvety, and a little powdery but not prone to sheering out too readily. This shade lasted well for eight hours before fading noticeably.

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ColourPop Gramma Nutt (LE, $4.50) is lighter, cooler (95% similar).
Pat McGrath Lotus Paradise (LE, $25.00) is cooler (95% similar).
ColourPop Soft Core (LE, $4.50) is warmer (95% similar).
ColourPop High Flying (LE, $4.50) is cooler (95% similar).
Sydney Grace Adore Me (Unbreakable Bond) (PiP, $5.25) is darker (90% similar).
Natasha Denona Lyria (245CM) (PiP, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
Urban Decay Deserted (P, $26.00) is lighter (90% similar).
ColourPop Woke (PiP, $4.50) is cooler (90% similar).
Sydney Grace Palace (PiP, $5.25) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
ColourPop Bubblicious (LE, $4.50) is darker, cooler (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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With Love

LELimited Edition. $4.50.

A-

Product

Pigmentation

Texture

8.5

Longevity

Application

92%

Total

In the Mood

In the Mood is a medium peach with warmer, more orange undertones and a soft, metallic finish. It had opaque color payoff paired with a soft, more loosely-pressed consistency that had light fallout during the initial application. It wore well for eight hours before fading visibly.

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ColourPop Amour (LE, $4.50) is warmer (90% similar).
ColourPop Just Imagine (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
ColourPop Fresh Picked (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
Kaja Sandy Peach (PiP, ) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
ColourPop Enamored (PiP, $4.50) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
Sephora Glazed Donut (365) (P, $9.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
MAC Flashbeams (PiP, ) is more shimmery, warmer (85% similar).
NYX Grapefruit Glow (P, $10.50) is less shimmery, darker (85% similar).
Tom Ford Beauty Body Heat #1 (PiP, ) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
Natasha Denona Transparent (PiP, $29.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).

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$4.50/0.05 oz. - $90.00 Per Ounce

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In the Mood

LELimited Edition. $4.50.

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Product

Pigmentation

Texture

8.5

Longevity

Application

92%

Total

Hey Girl

Hey Girl is a darker, dusty coral-red with warm undertones and a matte finish. It had nearly opaque pigmentation that easily built up to full coverage with a little more. The texture was soft and blendable but somewhat powdery. This shade showed signs of fading after eight hours of wear.

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

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ColourPop Cherry Stem (LE, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar).
ColourPop Sunday Soiree (LE, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar).
ColourPop Pretender (PiP, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar).
Natasha Denona Sangria (LE, ) is cooler (95% similar).
ColourPop Swim In (LE, $4.50) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
Sephora Ruby (PiP, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
Bad Habit Nimbus (PiP, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
ColourPop Vitamin C (LE, $4.50) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
ColourPop Imagination (LE, $4.50) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
ColourPop Effervescent (LE, $4.50) is darker (90% similar).

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$4.50/0.05 oz. - $90.00 Per Ounce

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Hey Girl

LELimited Edition. $4.50.

B+

8.5

Product

9.5

Pigmentation

8.5

Texture

8.5

Longevity

Application

89%

Total

Everlasting

Everlasting is a brighter, medium-dark pink with moderate, warm undertones and a matte finish. It had opaque color payoff paired with a soft, lightly powdery texture that was blendable and not prone to sheering out too readily. It stayed on nicely for eight hours before fading a bit.

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

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NARS Lady Marmalade (LE, $19.00) is cooler (95% similar).
Too Faced Love is Love (LE, $16.00) is warmer (95% similar).
ColourPop Poodle (P, $4.50) is cooler (95% similar).
Give Me Glow Place Your Bets (P, $7.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
ColourPop Turkish Delight (LE, $4.50) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
About Face La Zona Rosa (P, $16.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
Kaja Ruby Skies (PiP, ) is cooler (90% similar).
ColourPop Dream Girl (PiP, $4.50) is cooler (90% similar).
ColourPop Concierge (PiP, $4.50) is darker (90% similar).
Anastasia Monte Carlo (LE, $12.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).

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Formula Overview

$4.50/0.05 oz. - $90.00 Per Ounce

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Everlasting

LELimited Edition. $4.50.

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Product

Pigmentation

Texture

8.5

Longevity

Application

92%

Total

2 Cute

2 Cute is a neon fuchsia pink with strong, cool blue undertones and a frosted finish. The texture was firmer and stiffer to work with, so I had to really push at the surface using the edge of my brush to get product to come off the pan. It had mostly opaque, buildable pigmentation that wore well for eight hours before fading visibly.

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

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Viseart Boheme Dream #7 (LE, ) is more shimmery, darker (95% similar).
Viseart Interstellar (GPV2 #25) (P, ) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
ColourPop Ivy League (P, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
ColourPop Fame Game (LE, $6.00) is darker (90% similar).
ColourPop Christmas Town (LE, $4.50) is darker (90% similar).
Glaminatrix Bubblegum (P, $8.77) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
Anastasia Rezy (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
Melt Cosmetics Ultraviolet #2 (LE, $22.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
ColourPop Hibiscus (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
ColourPop Ringlet (LE, $6.00) 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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2 Cute

LELimited Edition. $4.50.

Product

Pigmentation

Texture

8.5

Longevity

4.5

Application

84%

Total

All Night

All Night is a deep, strawberry pink with subtle, warm undertones and a matte finish. It was intensely pigmented with a smooth, more velvety texture that wasn’t too powdery nor too firmly-pressed into the pan. This shade lasted well for eight and a half hours and left a stain behind.

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

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ColourPop For Shore (P, $4.50) is warmer (90% similar).
ColourPop Tart Me Up (PiP, $4.50) is lighter (90% similar).
MAC Bird's Eye View (LE, $17.00) is darker (90% similar).
MAC Gabriella (LE, ) is warmer (90% similar).
Fenty Beauty Lil Miss (PiP, ) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
MAC Mu Mu Bloom (LE, $17.00) is warmer (85% similar).
MAC Rabblerouser (LE, $23.00) is warmer (85% similar).
ColourPop Take a Sip (PiP, $4.50) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
ColourPop My Milkshake (PiP, $4.50) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
MAC Fuchsia Fury (LE, $17.00) is darker, warmer (85% similar).

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$4.50/0.05 oz. - $90.00 Per Ounce

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All Night

LELimited Edition. $4.50.

9.5

Product

Pigmentation

9.5

Texture

Longevity

Application

96%

Total

Heatin' Up

Heatin’ Up is a medium orange-red with strong, warm undertones and a pearly sheen. It had a lightly creamy, moderately dense texture that was smooth to the touch and allowed for a dry brush to pick up product with ease. It had opaque color coverage that stayed on well for eight hours before showing signs of fading.

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

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Melt Cosmetics Lydia (LE, ) is darker (95% similar).
Natasha Denona Phlox (PiP, $29.00) is darker (95% similar).
ColourPop Undefeated (LE, $4.50) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
Dior Reflexion #3 (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
Bad Habit Flare (PiP, ) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
ColourPop I am the Master (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
Urban Decay Raspberry Beret (LE, $19.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
JD Glow Ruby (P, $7.50) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
Juvia's Place Calabar (P, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
Natasha Denona Poppy (PiP, $29.00) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).

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Formula Overview

$4.50/0.05 oz. - $90.00 Per Ounce

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Heatin' Up

LELimited Edition. $4.50.

Product

Pigmentation

Texture

8.5

Longevity

Application

97%

Total

C U Tonite

C U Tonite is a deep, coppery plum with warm, red undertones and a metallic finish. It had a soft, more yielding consistency that felt loosely-pressed while still being more emollient, so it adhered exceptionally well to bare skin and yielded full pigmentation. It wore well for eight hours before fading visibly.

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

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ColourPop The Scorpion (LE, $6.00) is cooler (95% similar).
Juvia's Place Nomad (P, ) is darker, warmer (95% similar).
Sydney Grace Forever Enough (P, $6.25) is cooler (95% similar).
Lethal Cosmetics Euphoria (P, $6.00) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (95% similar).
NARS Bad Intentions (LE, $19.00) is lighter (95% similar).
Urban Decay Girl Crush (LE, $19.00) is less shimmery (95% similar).
Chanel Lame Pourpre (35) (LE, $36.00) is less shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
Too Faced Temper Temper (LE, $16.00) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
Tarte Graffiti (LE, ) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
Give Me Glow Bouquet (PiP, $7.00) is cooler (90% similar).

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Formula Overview

$4.50/0.05 oz. - $90.00 Per Ounce

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C U Tonite

LELimited Edition. $4.50.

A-

Product

Pigmentation

Texture

8.5

Longevity

Application

92%

Total

My Everything

My Everything is a deep red with subtle, cool undertones and a matte finish. The product had a firmer, slightly stiffer texture in the pan, so it did not blend out as easily as other matte shades in the palette. It had opaque color coverage that lasted well for eight hours and left a stain behind.

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

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ColourPop Mack (LE, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar).
Anastasia C4 (Norvina Vol. 3) (LE, ) is more muted (90% similar).
Pretty Vulgar Snitch (PiP, ) is cooler (90% similar).
Viseart Groseille (PiP, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
Zoeva Get Your Glory (LE, ) is cooler (90% similar).
Natasha Denona Rebellion (403CP) (PiP, ) is more shimmery (90% similar).
Ace Beaute Lust (DC, ) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
Melt Cosmetics Nueva Vida (LE, ) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
Viseart Louvre (PiP, ) is more shimmery (90% similar).
Huda Beauty Maneater (Remastered) (PiP, ) 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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My Everything

LELimited Edition. $4.50.

B+

8.5

Product

Pigmentation

8.5

Texture

8.5

Longevity

4.5

Application

89%

Total

ColourPop Secret Admirer 9-Pan Pressed Powder Palette

ColourPop With Love Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop In the Mood Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop Hey Girl Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop Everlasting Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop 2 Cute Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop All Night Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop Heatin' Up Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop C U Tonite Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop My Everything Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop Secret Admirer 9-Pan Pressed Powder Palette

ColourPop With Love Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop In the Mood Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop Hey Girl Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop Everlasting Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop 2 Cute Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop All Night Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop Heatin' Up Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop C U Tonite Pressed Powder Shadow

ColourPop My Everything Pressed Powder Shadow

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ColourPop Secret Admirer Eyeshadow Palette Review & Swatches

Secret Admirer

Ingredients

LELimited Edition. $14.00.

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With Love

Top Dupes

Formula Overview

LELimited Edition. $4.50.

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In the Mood

Top Dupes

Formula Overview

LELimited Edition. $4.50.

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Hey Girl

Top Dupes

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LELimited Edition. $4.50.

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Everlasting

Top Dupes

Formula Overview

LELimited Edition. $4.50.

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2 Cute

Top Dupes

Formula Overview

LELimited Edition. $4.50.

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All Night

Top Dupes

Formula Overview

LELimited Edition. $4.50.

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Heatin' Up

Top Dupes

Formula Overview

LELimited Edition. $4.50.

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C U Tonite

Top Dupes

Formula Overview

LELimited Edition. $4.50.

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My Everything

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Formula Overview

LELimited Edition. $4.50.

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