ColourPop x Barbie Malibu Barbie Palette Review & Swatches
Malibu Barbie
ColourPop Malibu Barbie 15-Pan Shadow Palette ($26.00 for 0.53 oz.) is a new, limited edition eyeshadow palette that included eight matte shades and seven shimmer shades. Most shades were pigmented, blendable, and long-wearing without being a challenge to use, but there were a few shades that were more powdery or sheerer. I had the most trouble with Vintage Doll, while the others were very workable in practice.
Malibu Barbie
LELimited Edition. $18.00.
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Cali Girl
Cali Girl is a pale, white gold with warmer undertones and a sparkling, metallic finish. The texture was lightly emollient with a smooth feel to it, which helped it apply evenly to bare skin and have the sparkles adhere without fallout. It had semi-opaque pigmentation that stayed on nicely for eight hours.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- MAC Nylon (P, $17.00) is less shimmery, cooler (95% similar).
- NARS Luz (LE, $19.00) is less shimmery, cooler (95% similar).
- Urban Decay Throwback (LE, $19.00) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- Becca Chardonnay (LE, ) is less shimmery, cooler (95% similar).
- NABLA Cosmetics Immaculate (PiP, ) is less shimmery, cooler (95% similar).
- Makeup Geek Artemis (LE, $6.00) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- Dior Celebrate in Gold #2 (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- MAC Dust Off (LE, $17.00) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- NARS Newbury Street (DC, $25.00) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- Anastasia Soft Gold (P, $12.00) is less 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.
Cali Girl
LELimited Edition. $4.50.
Vintage Doll
Vintage Doll is a pale pink with subtle, cool undertones and flecks of bluish-pink micro-sparkle. It had semi-opaque color coverage with a more powdery, almost chalky, consistency that made it hard to apply the product evenly. There was fallout during application, and I wasn’t able to build up the coverage. It lasted decently for seven and a half hours on me.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- MAC Swish (DC, $17.00) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Dior Blue Beat #1 (LE, ) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- ColourPop Not Playing (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery (90% similar).
- ColourPop Cutie Pie (LE, $4.50) is darker (90% similar).
- ColourPop Crown Chakra (LE, $4.50) is darker (90% similar).
- Anastasia Wild Child (LE, $12.00) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Chanel Pierre de Rose (846) (P, $36.00) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- MAC Da Bling (DC, $17.00) is more shimmery, warmer (85% similar).
- Viseart Boheme Dream #3 (LE, ) is more shimmery, warmer (85% similar).
- Giorgio Armani Rose Reflection (33) (P, $30.00) is more shimmery, 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.
Vintage Doll
LELimited Edition. $4.50.
Come On
Come On is a light-medium, golden bronze with strong, warm undertones and a metallic finish. It had opaque pigmentation with a smooth, lightly creamy texture that was dense but not too thick or too firmly-pressed into the pan. The color showed signs of fading after eight hours of wear.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Rosebud (LE, $6.00) is cooler (95% similar).
- Anastasia Paris (LE, $12.00) is cooler (95% similar).
- Anastasia Gorgina (LE, $12.00) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- Marc Jacobs Beauty Brav-O (P, $29.00) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- MAC Woodwinked (P, $17.00) is more shimmery, cooler (95% similar).
- Make Up For Ever ME644 Iced Brown (P, $17.00) is more shimmery, cooler (95% similar).
- BH Cosmetics Foil Eyes 2 #7 (PiP, ) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Pat McGrath Sable Bronze (LE, $25.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- KKW Beauty Glam (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Golden Flesh (68M) (PiP, $29.00) is more shimmery, darker, 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.
Come On
LELimited Edition. $4.50.
Let's Go Party
Let’s Go Party is a medium-dark coral-orange with warm undertones and a matte finish. The texture was somewhat powdery, which resulted in some fallout and some sheerness when blended out. 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).
Top Dupes
- Coloured Raine Crushin' (PiP, $6.99) is darker (95% similar).
- Viseart Granita (LE, ) is cooler (95% similar).
- Anastasia A1 (Norvina Mini Vol. 1) (LE, ) is darker, cooler (95% similar).
- Sephora Tiger (PiP, ) is warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Bubblicious (LE, $4.50) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Viseart Spritz (LE, ) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- Lethal Cosmetics Quicksave (P, $6.00) is cooler (90% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Scammin' (PiP, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Dear (LE, $4.50) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Urban Decay 12/12 (LE, $19.00) is 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.
Let's Go Party
LELimited Edition. $4.50.
Shine On
Shine On is a light, golden brown with strong, warm undertones and a bright, metallic finish. It had an incredibly smooth, almost cream-like texture that wasn’t overly dense. It had rich color payoff that lasted well for eight hours before creasing slightly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Silk Teddy (PiP, $4.50) is more shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Marvel (LE, $6.00) is more shimmery, warmer (95% similar).
- ColourPop Smoky Quartz (PiP, $4.50) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- Anastasia Streak (LE, $12.00) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Dozin' Off (LE, $6.00) is cooler (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Paris (P, $6.00) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Huda Beauty Please Me (PiP, ) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Pat McGrath Twilight Bronze (LE, $25.00) is darker (90% similar).
- Huda Beauty Cashmere (PiP, ) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Rumored (PiP, $4.50) is more shimmery, 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.
Shine On
LELimited Edition. $4.50.
West Coast (Malibu Barbie)
West Coast (Malibu Barbie) is a bright, medium-dark yellow with warm undertones and a matte finish. It had nearly opaque color coverage that was buildable to full coverage with a second layer. The texture was slightly thin with light powderiness, though it blended out without much effort and wasn’t prone to fallout. There were signs of fading visible after eight hours of wear.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Viseart Daisy (18) (LE, ) is darker, warmer (95% similar).
- Viseart Pastis (LE, ) is warmer (95% similar).
- Anastasia Edge (DC, $12.00) is darker, warmer (95% similar).
- Make Up For Ever M402 Mimosa (P, $17.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- Huda Beauty Toffee Brown #5 (PiP, ) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Sugarpill Metro (PiP, $13.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Dominique Cosmetics Mango (PiP, ) is warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Sunnies (LE, $4.50) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- UOMA Beauty Kandake (LE, ) is warmer (90% similar).
- Smashbox Ochre (P, $22.00) is darker, 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.
West Coast (Malibu Barbie)
LELimited Edition. $4.50.
Best Coast
Best Coast is a bright, medium-dark fuchsia pink with subtle, cool undertones and a matte finish. It had nearly opaque, buildable pigmentation with a slightly thinner, drier texture, though it wasn’t powdery and blended out without issue but was easier to work with over a primer if one had drier skin. It stayed on well for eight and a half hours before fading and stained my lid slightly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Anastasia E5 (Norvina Vol. 4) (LE, ) is cooler (95% similar).
- ColourPop Flirt (PiP, $4.50) is more shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- MAC Bijou (LE, $17.00) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Sandbar (P, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar).
- Anastasia A5 (Norvina Vol. 1) (LE, ) is darker (95% similar).
- Pat McGrath Rose Rebellion (LE, $25.00) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Makeup by Mario Poppy Pink (P, $24.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- ColourPop Seed U Later (P, $8.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- ColourPop Tuned In (P, $8.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Pat McGrath Cherish (P, $38.00) 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." 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.
Best Coast
LELimited Edition. $4.50.
Follow the Sun
Follow the Sun is a darker pink with cool undertones and cooler, fuchsia micro-sparkle. It had mostly opaque color coverage that could be built up to full coverage if applied with a dampened brush or fingertip. The texture was lightly emollient, smooth to the touch, and dense without being too firmly-pressed or too thick to work with. It wore well for eight hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Make Up For Ever D850 Nitro Pink (DC, $21.00) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- NABLA Cosmetics Big Experience (PiP, ) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- BH Cosmetics Club Tropicana #21 (LE, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Anastasia B3 (Norvina Vol. 1) (LE, ) is lighter (90% similar).
- ColourPop Big Sugar (PiP, $4.50) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Lethal Cosmetics Mainframe (P, $6.00) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Clionadh Amulet (P, $5.25) is more shimmery, cooler (85% similar).
- ColourPop The Ivy (PiP, $4.50) is lighter (85% similar).
- Natasha Denona Daisy (190CK) (PiP, ) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- MAC Explosive Chemistry (LE, $21.00) is more shimmery, 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.
Follow the Sun
LELimited Edition. $4.50.
Malibu Memories
Malibu Memories is a light-medium blue with subtle, cool undertones and a matte finish. It had semi-opaque color payoff that built up over primer but not bare skin. The texture was thin, slightly drier, and as a result, felt stiffer and wasn’t as blendable as ideal. There were signs of fading present after eight hours of wear.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Sydney Grace Scuba Diver (P, $5.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Terra Moons Carnaval (P, $6.00) is darker (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Boom (LE, $19.00) is darker, warmer (80% similar).
- Sephora Shawn (LE, ) is darker, warmer (80% similar).
- Dior Blue Beat #5 (LE, ) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (80% similar).
- Anastasia C4 (Norvina Vol. 2) (LE, $12.00) is darker, cooler (80% similar).
- NABLA Cosmetics Addiction (PiP, $8.00) is darker (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.
Malibu Memories
LELimited Edition. $4.50.
Zuma Beach
Zuma Beach is a medium, reddish-brown with moderate, warm undertones and a matte finish. It had rich color coverage paired with a soft, smooth consistency that was a touch powdery in the pan but blended out beautifully in practice. It lasted well for eight hours before fading a bit.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop The Grotto (LE, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar).
- Viseart Sepia (Dark Matte #4) (PiP, ) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (95% similar).
- Viseart Cider (5) (LE, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- Milani Spice It Up (PiP, $5.99) is darker (95% similar).
- Huda Beauty Chocolate Brown #6 (PiP, ) is lighter, warmer (95% similar).
- Lethal Cosmetics Loom (P, $6.00) is cooler (90% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Bold (LE, ) is warmer (90% similar).
- Too Faced Gingerbread Glam (LE, $16.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Confidential (LE, $19.00) is darker (90% similar).
- Too Faced Spice, Spice Baby (LE, $16.00) is 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” 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.
Zuma Beach
LELimited Edition. $4.50.
Make Waves
Make Waves is a medium-dark, yellowed peach with strong, warm undertones and a matte finish. It had opaque pigmentation with a soft, smooth texture that was lightly powdery but wasn’t prone to sheering out too readily. It wore well for eight hours before fading noticeably.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- MAC Tete-a-Tint (P, $17.00) is darker, cooler (95% similar).
- Viseart Café Crème (PiP, ) is darker (95% similar).
- Viseart Tarocco (LE, ) is cooler (95% similar).
- Sephora Thread (PiP, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Fake Tan (LE, ) is warmer (90% similar).
- Viseart Crescendo (LE, ) is cooler (90% similar).
- Morphe Butter (LE, ) is darker (90% similar).
- Ciate Coco (LE, ) is darker (90% similar).
- NARS Foix (DC, $25.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Morphe M.F.E.O. (LE, ) is 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.
Make Waves
LELimited Edition. $4.50.
Board Walk
Board Walk is a muted, medium coral with warm, pink undertones and a matte finish. The consistency was soft, lightly powdery but blendable and easy enough to work with. The eyeshadow yielded full color payoff that lasted nicely for eight hours before fading a bit.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Natasha Denona Soul (PiP, ) is darker (95% similar).
- Pat McGrath Peach Dusk (LE, $25.00) is more shimmery, warmer (95% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Flamingo Dream (LE, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Flowerboy (P, $4.50) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Ganache (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Intense (PiP, ) is darker, brighter (90% similar).
- ColourPop Dutch (LE, $4.50) is darker (90% similar).
- Anastasia Bloom (LE, $12.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Rare Beauty Nearly Rose (P, $20.00) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Lethal Cosmetics Remnant (P, $6.00) is lighter (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.
Board Walk
LELimited Edition. $4.50.
Surf's Up
Surf’s Up is a light, bluish-teal with warmer, green-gold shifting pearl that gave it a metallic finish. The eyeshadow had opaque pigmentation paired with a smooth, lightly emollient texture that wasn’t too firmly nor too loosely-pressed into the pan, so it picked up well with a dry brush and had good adhesion. It wore well for eight hours before fading noticeably.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Anastasia B1 (Norvina Vol. 3) (LE, $12.00) is more shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Confession (PiP, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Mint 4 U (LE, $6.00) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- NARS Islamorada (P, $28.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Lethal Cosmetics Mirage (P, $6.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Anew (DC, $8.00) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- JD Glow Varsity (P, $7.50) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (85% similar).
- Juvia's Place Zulu #6 (LE, ) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
- ColourPop Banana Daiquiri (P, $6.00) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Clionadh Lineage (P, $12.50) is more shimmery, 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.
Surf's Up
LELimited Edition. $4.50.
1971
1971 is a light-medium, caramel brown with warmer undertones and barely-there pink and gold pearl woven through a more metallic finish. It had opaque pigmentation with a soft, smooth consistency that was slightly more loosely-pressed, so there was a touch of fallout if I wasn’t careful. It wore well for eight hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Fishnets (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, cooler (95% similar).
- NARS Basic Instinct (LE, $19.00) is less shimmery, cooler (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Guardian Angels (DC, $5.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Bird Brain (LE, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Hoot N Holler (LE, $8.00) is more shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury Walk of No Shame #3 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- LORAC Aurora (PiP, ) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop The Twins (LE, $6.00) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- LORAC Mirage (PiP, ) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Day Eyes (Enhance) (LE, ) 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.
1971
LELimited Edition. $4.50.
So-Cal
So-Cal is a bright, medium orange with strong, warm undertones and a matte finish. The texture was slightly powdery and drier, though it applied evenly and blended out without issue on my eye area. It had opaque color coverage that stayed on nicely for eight hours before fading.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
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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.
For nostalgia sake and color theme, I will likely buy this. I could see myself doing some very so-cal beachy looks using it. But, do I need it? Probably not.
For a bright, summery palette ColourPop has done a fairly good job on this one. I did like the neutral shades here and even the mattes are quite pigmented.
I put it in my basket and thought about it and talked myself out of it. Would I like it? Yes. Do I need it? No. My no buy is back on track.
Very cute color story . It’s very bright and Barbie!
This looks like a fun, summery palette. Love the packaging, too 🙂