ColourPop x Hocus Pocus Witching Hour Eyeshadow Palette Review & Swatches
Witching Hour
ColourPop Witching Hour 12-Pan Pressed Powder Shadow Palette ($18.00 for 0.36 oz.) is a new, limited edition eyeshadow palette that included five shimmery shades and seven matte shades. Most shades were semi-opaque to fully opaque, but the formula on the shimmers made them best applied with a fingertip or a dampened brush. The mattes seemed a little thinner than recent releases, but they were fairly blendable and long-wearing.
Witching Hour
LELimited Edition. $18.00.
300 Years
300 Years is a medium-dark, golden peach with strong, warm undertones and a metallic sheen. It had rich color payoff paired with a soft, lightly creamy texture that was more loosely-pressed but not prone to fallout. It stayed on well for eight hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop B and B (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, warmer (95% similar).
- ColourPop Soo Good (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Viseart Ferver (LE, ) is lighter, warmer (95% similar).
- Chanel Lumieres et Vibrations #1 (LE, ) is lighter, less pigmented (95% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty Supernouveau #1 (PiP, ) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- Viseart Prosecco (LE, ) is warmer (95% similar).
- Urban Decay Blaze (Beached) (LE, $19.00) is less shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Atoll (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury Dream Glow (Prime) (LE, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Clionadh Honeycomb (P, $6.25) 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.
300 Years
LELimited Edition. $4.50.
All Hallow's Eve
All Hallow’s Eve is a very light orange with strong, warm yellow undertones and a matte finish. The texture was soft, smooth, and somewhat powdery in the pan, but it maintained its opacity when applied to bare skin but still blended out with ease. 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
- ColourPop Running Late (P, $4.50) is darker, warmer (95% similar).
- ColourPop Full Send (LE, $4.50) is warmer (95% similar).
- Tarte Cashmere (PiP, ) is brighter (95% similar).
- Viseart Creamsicle (LE, ) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Full-Bodied (PiP, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Twilight Flash (LE, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
- Kylie Cosmetics Sorbet (LE, ) is cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Pow (PiP, $4.50) is lighter, brighter (90% similar).
- ColourPop Come All (LE, $4.50) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Sahara (LE, ) 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.
All Hallow's Eve
LELimited Edition. $4.50.
Moon is Round
Moon is Round is a bright, yellowy orange with strong, warm undertones and a matte finish. The eyeshadow had opaque color coverage with a smooth, more velvety texture that was moderately powdery, so I had to be careful to tap off excess to avoid fallout. It wore nicely for eight hours before fading a bit.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Smackaroo (LE, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
- Terra Moons Butter Nut (P, $6.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- KVD Beauty Gina (LE, ) is warmer (95% similar).
- ColourPop Sequoia (PiP, $4.50) is warmer (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Mango Tea (P, $5.25) is warmer (95% similar).
- Fenty Beauty Buttarum (PiP, ) is warmer (95% similar).
- Lethal Cosmetics Estem (P, $6.00) is warmer (90% similar).
- LORAC Morocco (PiP, ) is warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Chanterelle (LE, $4.50) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Running Late (P, $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.
Moon is Round
LELimited Edition. $4.50.
Summon Us
Summon Us is a light brown with moderate, warm undertones and a matte finish. It had full color payoff in a single layer, though the texture was moderately powdery and resulted in the product sheering out in practice. It stayed on decently for seven hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Urban Decay Boring (LE, $19.00) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Duvet It (PiP, $4.50) is lighter, warmer (95% similar).
- NARS Seven Heaven (LE, $19.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- NARS Seven Heaven (DC, $25.00) is cooler (95% similar).
- ColourPop Bare to Wear (PiP, $4.50) is warmer (95% similar).
- KVD Beauty Fawn (Base) (LE, ) is warmer (95% similar).
- Kaja Nude Apricot (PiP, ) is warmer (95% similar).
- Makeup Geek Buffed (LE, $6.00) is warmer (95% similar).
- ColourPop Nova (LE, $4.50) is cooler (95% similar).
- NARS St-Paul-de-Vence II (PiP, $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” 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.
Summon Us
LELimited Edition. $4.50.
Under the Ground
Under the Ground is a rich, molten gold with strong, warm undertones and a metallic finish. The texture was smooth, moderately creamy to the touch, and dense without being overly firm. It had rich pigmentation that lasted well for eight hours before fading noticeably.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Lethal Cosmetics Equinox (P, $6.00) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- ColourPop Gold Star (Get That Coin) (LE, $4.50) is darker, cooler (95% similar).
- Urban Decay Sinful (LE, $19.00) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Sleep In (LE, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Citrus Squeeze (LE, $6.00) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Harmony (LE, $6.00) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Too Witty (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Bayshore (PiP, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Bold Rush (LE, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
- Viseart Soleil (LE, ) is less 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.
Under the Ground
LELimited Edition. $4.50.
Bubble Bubble
Bubble Bubble is a deeper orange-coral with warm undertones and lighter, peachy-gold shimmer that gave it a frosted finish. It had opaque color coverage paired with a moderately-dense consistency that wasn’t overly firm but felt a little drier once I started to apply it to my lid so it didn’t go on as smoothly as I expected. It wore nicely for eight hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Diver (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Urban Decay Lumbre (PiP, $19.00) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Viseart Coy #3 (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Garden Date (PiP, $4.50) is more shimmery, cooler (95% similar).
- ColourPop Pecking Order (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Anastasia E1 (Norvina Vol. 1) (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Viseart Sangria (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Verano (LE, $6.00) is more shimmery, brighter (90% similar).
- Viseart Bronzed Peach (PiP, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Viseart Marmalade (LE, ) is more shimmery, 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.
Bubble Bubble
LELimited Edition. $4.50.
Twist the Bones
Twist the Bones is a medium purple with warmer, pink undertones and flecks of violet and silver pearl throughout. It had a drier, thinner texture that was best applied with a fingertip or a dampened brush as it resulted in a smoother, more even application of color. It had opaque pigmentation applied dry, so it was really a texture issue. This shade showed signs of fading after seven and a half hours of wear.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Majesty (PiP, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
- Tarte Amethyst (P, $14.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (95% similar).
- ColourPop Badlands (P, $5.00) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Lovely Lavender (LE, $6.25) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- KVD Beauty Catherine (LE, ) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Sephora Faerie (PiP, ) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Viseart Calypso (GPV2 #15) (P, ) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop That's Deep (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Anastasia Gemstone (P, $12.00) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Neutrino (P, $4.50) 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.
Twist the Bones
LELimited Edition. $4.50.
Circle of Salt
Circle of Salt has a blackened base with emerald green shimmer and sparkle throughout. It had mostly opaque, buildable pigmentation that applied fairly evenly to bare skin but definitely had to be layered and diffused a little more than other shimmers in the palette as the texture was slightly drier and thinner. It stayed on well for eight hours before fading a bit.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Too Faced Lost Boys (LE, $16.00) is more shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Optimism (P, $6.00) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Pat McGrath Supernova (LE, $25.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Persona Driven (PiP, ) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Makeup Geek Epic (P, $9.99) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Buxom Money Maker (P, $12.00) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- Coloured Raine Grandeur (LE, $6.99) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- LORAC Evergreen (LE, ) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Morphe Diva (LE, ) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- NABLA Cosmetics Rosemary (PiP, ) 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.
Circle of Salt
LELimited Edition. $4.50.
Green Newt
Green Newt is a muted, medium brown with subtle, warm undertones and a matte finish. It had mostly opaque, buildable color coverage paired with a soft, blendable texture that was lightly powdery in the pan but easy to work with on the lid as it wasn’t prone to fallout. It lasted well for eight hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- NARS Shadow Hill (LE, $19.00) is cooler (95% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury Easy Smokey Date (Smoke) (LE, ) is darker, cooler (95% similar).
- NARS Fresh Cut (LE, $19.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Camp (PiP, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
- MAC Spice Dynasty (LE, $17.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Makeup by Mario Master Mattes #10 (PiP, ) is darker (95% similar).
- Viseart Nue (PiP, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Sephora Nylon (PiP, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Moonbeam (LE, $8.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Too Faced Fur Baby (LE, $16.00) 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.
Green Newt
LELimited Edition. $4.50.
Life Potion
Life Potion is a medium coppery orange with moderate, warm undertones and a matte finish. The texture was smooth, more velvety, and somewhat powdery in the pan, but it yielded opaque coverage that applied evenly to bare skin and didn’t seem prone to fallout. It wore well for eight hours before fading noticeably.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Viseart Zest (11) (LE, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- Give Me Glow Dramatic (P, $7.00) is warmer (95% similar).
- Ciate Ignite (PiP, ) is lighter, warmer (95% similar).
- Too Faced Cinna-moan (LE, $16.00) is darker, cooler (95% similar).
- KVD Beauty Malice (LE, ) is brighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Criss Cross (P, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Summer Heat (P, $5.25) is more shimmery, warmer (95% similar).
- Huda Beauty Nude Rich #7 (PiP, ) is darker (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Be Bold (PiP, $5.25) is cooler (95% similar).
- Natasha Denona Ripe (253CM) (LE, ) 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.
Life Potion
LELimited Edition. $4.50.
Hello Billy
Hello Billy is a medium purple with warmer, pink undertones and a matte finish. It had nearly opaque color coverage that adhered evenly to bare skin and blended out without difficulty. The texture was slightly drier and more firmly-pressed in the pan, so there wasn’t any fallout to worry about. It stayed on well for eight hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Dior Pink Corolle #5 (PiP, ) is more shimmery, more muted (95% similar).
- ColourPop Dead Man's Toe (LE, $4.50) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Lethal Cosmetics Unity (P, $6.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- MAC Absurdly Pretty (LE, $17.00) is more shimmery, warmer (85% similar).
- ColourPop Tell Tail (LE, $4.50) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Natasha Denona Electra (115CM) (PiP, ) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Huda Beauty Love Bite (PiP, ) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury Confident Eyes (Smoke) (LE, ) is warmer (85% similar).
- ColourPop Snowhere (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Anastasia A3 (Norvina Vol. 1) (LE, ) is brighter, 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.
Hello Billy
LELimited Edition. $4.50.
Fur Black as Black
Fur Black as Black is a deep teal with cool, blue undertones and a matte finish. It had mostly opaque, buildable pigmentation with a fairly soft, blendable texture that applied evenly to bare skin but took a little extra effort to blend out the edges. It wore well for eight hours before fading a bit.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- MAC Stormwatch (P, $17.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop PNW (LE, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar).
- Natasha Denona Symbol (272CP) (LE, ) is cooler (95% similar).
- Urban Decay Tex (PiP, $19.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Zoeva MT130 (PiP, ) is lighter (90% similar).
- By Beauty Bay Rich (LE, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Viseart Pacific (8) (LE, ) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- ColourPop Bring It (LE, $4.50) is lighter, cooler (80% similar).
- NABLA Cosmetics Addiction (PiP, $8.00) is lighter, cooler (80% similar).
- Huda Beauty Electric #7 (PiP, ) is lighter, 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.
Nice palette but I can dupe it. I started to buy this palette but choose the older rereleased “Gather Round Sisters” Hocus Pocus palette instead. I also ordered the mirror fro my daughter who loves cats.
It’s a much more colourful palette that what we are used to seeing from CP and thank goodness, not pink themed. It has a good range of shades and generally they are well done.
But not for me – waaay too many mattes and orangey shades.
This is an easy skip for me.
I kind of like Circle of Salt, Twist the Bones and Hello Billy but I don’t like them enough to buy this palette. It’s far too warm toned for me.
I also have a feeling they could have made it a lot more fun, as it is it’s, for me, just another warm toned, for lighter skin neutral palette with a few pops of colour.
There’s something very pleasing about these colors together. Each shade individually isn’t right for me – all that orange. I can’t explain why I’m so drawn to this palette – it’s put a spell on me! XD
It drives me NUTS that “Green Newt” is not even the slightest bit green. I’d accept a dirty olive because IRL most newts are not vividly green, but brown?!