ColourPop You're Golden Mega Eyeshadow Palette Review & Swatches
You're Golden
ColourPop You’re Golden 30-Pan Shadow Palette ($34.00 for 0.92 oz.) is a new, mega-sized eyeshadow palette that included 14 matte shades, 12 shimmer shades, three sparkle matte shades, and one pressed glitter shade. The majority of the shades had mostly opaque to opaque color coverage and lasted between seven and eight hours. There were some shades that were more powdery in the pan or more prone to fallout during application or later on during wear.
You're Golden
PPermanent. $35.00.
PCH
PCH is a brighter, medium peach with moderate, warm undertones and a matte finish. It had opaque color coverage, though the texture was somewhat powdery so there was some sheerness in practice. It wore well for seven and a half hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Too Faced Peaches 'n Cream (PiP, $16.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- Dior Matte Nude (PiP, ) is cooler (95% similar).
- Milani My Daily Latte (PiP, $5.99) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Day Tripper (LE, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
- LORAC Pink Beige (PiP, ) is darker (95% similar).
- Viseart Peche (Rosé Edit) (PiP, ) is warmer (95% similar).
- Smashbox Suede (P, $22.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Anastasia Soft Peach (P, $12.00) is darker (90% similar).
- ColourPop Fluff Up (PiP, $4.50) is darker (90% similar).
- Zoeva Here to Stay (PiP, ) 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.
PCH
PiPPermanent in Palette. $4.50.
Jet Set
Jet Set is a light beige with moderate, warm undertones and a sparkling, metallic finish. The texture was soft, smooth, and lightly emollient, which helped the sparkles adhere to bare skin along with the opaque base. 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
- Pat McGrath Skintense Glow (PiP, $25.00) is darker, warmer (95% similar).
- Too Faced Whipped Cream (LE, $16.00) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- MAC Dazzlelight (P, $17.00) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- MAC Call of the Canyon (LE, $17.00) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Bailey's Bliss (P, $6.25) is warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Going Coastal (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Linda Hallberg Cosmetics Bang (LE, ) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Baked Goods (PiP, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Make Up For Ever I514 Pink Ivory (DC, $21.00) is warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Refill (PiP, $4.50) 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.
Jet Set
PiPPermanent in Palette. $4.50.
Rum Season
Rum Season has a transparent base chocked full of small iridescent glitter particles. It had semi-sheer color coverage at best, and it could have distributed more evenly. The texture felt emollient and almost wet to the touch, as consistent with the brand’s pressed glitters. This shade contained plastic (PET) glitter and was not intended for use on the eye area. I tested wear as a highlighter, and there was some glitter migration present after eight hours of wear.
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Virtual Love (LE, $6.00) is warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop I'm Late (LE, $6.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Able Sisters (LE, $6.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- ColourPop Thinker (LE, $6.00) is warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Deee-Light (LE, $6.00) is lighter (85% similar).
- ColourPop Moonlight Legend (LE, $8.00) is cooler (85% similar).
- ColourPop Law of Attraction (LE, $6.00) is warmer (85% similar).
- ColourPop Superfriends (LE, $6.00) is lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- Anastasia E2 (Norvina Vol. 4) (LE, ) is cooler (85% similar).
- ColourPop Royal Ball (LE, $6.00) is cooler (85% similar).
Rum Season
PiPPermanent in Palette. $6.00.
One Way
One Way is a light gold with strong, warm orange undertones and a metallic sheen. It had semi-opaque, buildable pigmentation with a moderately emollient consistency that was dense but not thick. It wore well for seven and a half hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Marc Jacobs Beauty Shimmy Dip (78) (P, $26.00) is darker (95% similar).
- UOMA Beauty Palm Wine (LE, ) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- Viseart Coy #6 (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Touring (LE, $4.50) is lighter, cooler (95% similar).
- Viseart Sunlight (GPV2 #23) (P, ) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- ColourPop Lit Vibes (PiP, $4.50) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Clionadh Sol (P, $5.25) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Rich Rich (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- Fenty Beauty Reignbow (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Clionadh Klondike Gold Rush (P, $6.00) 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.
One Way
PiPPermanent in Palette. $4.50.
Salty
Salty is a soft peach with moderate, warm undertones and a sparkling, metallic finish. It had semi-sheer to medium pigmentation that was best applied with a fingertip or a dampened brush, which improved opacity but also ensured the eyeshadow applied more evenly. The texture was soft, somewhat drier, and more loosely-pressed. It stayed on decently for seven and a half hours on me.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Sephora Glazed Donut (365) (P, $9.00) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- ColourPop Vivacious (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- ColourPop Glazey (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- Marc Jacobs Beauty The Most (PiP, ) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- NARS Singapore #1 (PiP, $19.00) is more shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- Tarte Seashell (LE, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop The Most (P, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Blondie (P, $6.25) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Satin Tips (PiP, $4.50) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Stila Kitten (LE, $24.00) is darker (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.
Salty
PiPPermanent in Palette. $4.50.
Hidden Gem
Hidden Gem is a medium peach with warm undertones and a matte finish. The eyeshadow had a soft, smooth consistency that was lightly powdery but not prone to sheering out too readily. It had full color coverage that applied evenly and lasted nicely for seven and a half hours before fading a bit.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- NARS Seven Heaven (DC, $25.00) is darker (90% similar).
- LORAC Nymph (LE, ) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- NARS St-Paul-de-Vence II (PiP, $19.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Secretive (LE, ) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Bad Habit Delirious (PiP, ) is lighter (90% similar).
- Lisa Eldridge Raw Sienna (P, $16.00) is warmer (90% similar).
- KVD Beauty Fawn (Base) (LE, ) is warmer (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Solar Storm (LE, $19.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Kaja Nude Apricot (PiP, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- LORAC Dance 'Til Dawn Eyeshadow #4 (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” 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.
Hidden Gem
PiPPermanent in Palette. $4.50.
Covet
Covet is a light, golden brown with moderate, warm undertones and a matte finish. The consistency was lightly powdery, though it was more velvety and substantial, so while there was light fallout when applied and blended out, it still yielded full coverage. It wore well for seven and a half hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Viseart Praline (PiP, ) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (95% similar).
- Anastasia HOE (LE, $12.00) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Breezy (PiP, $4.50) is darker (90% similar).
- Too Faced Gingerbread Latte (LE, $16.00) is darker (90% similar).
- Viseart Warm Mattes #7 (PiP, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Unseen (PiP, ) is lighter (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Aria (PiP, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Bucked (PiP, $19.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Bad Habit Blasphemy (PiP, ) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Huda Beauty Smokey #2 (PiP, ) 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.
Covet
PiPPermanent in Palette. $4.50.
Secret Spot
Secret Spot is a light-medium brown with warmer, more orange undertones and a matte finish. It had opaque color payoff in a single layer, though the consistency was more powdery and had light fallout. This shade showed signs of fading after eight hours of wear.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Wet 'n' Wild Comfort Zone #6 (PiP, ) is warmer (95% similar).
- Zoeva Eerily Empty (PiP, ) is darker (95% similar).
- Huda Beauty Keep Going (PiP, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- Lisa Eldridge Deep Ochre (P, $16.00) is more shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- Sephora Clay (LE, ) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Anastasia Ginger (LE, $12.00) is darker (90% similar).
- Morphe Tan (PiP, ) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Wet 'n' Wild My Glamour Squad #8 (PiP, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Side Tracked (P, $4.50) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Sea Stars (P, $4.50) 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.
Secret Spot
PiPPermanent in Palette. $4.50.
On Ice
On Ice is a medium gold with strong, warm undertones and a frosted finish. The texture was more loosely-pressed and drier, which resulted in some fallout during application. It had mostly opaque pigmentation, but I would apply it using a fingertip or a dampened brush to help the product apply evenly and to minimize fallout. 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
- MAC Velvet Vamp (LE, $25.00) is cooler (95% similar).
- Tarte Paradise Found (P, $22.00) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- ColourPop Okay (LE, $6.00) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Morning Star (P, $6.25) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty Apres Ski #1 (LE, ) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (95% similar).
- Kaja Apricot Soda (PiP, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- NARS Dirty Talk (DC, $25.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Deco Days (LE, $6.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Pat McGrath Astral Gold Allure (LE, $25.00) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Tarte Top Yacht (P, $22.00) 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.
On Ice
PiPPermanent in Palette. $4.50.
Remote
Remote is a vivid, medium-dark orange-coral with strong, warm undertones and a matte finish. The eyeshadow had rich pigmentation that was paired with a soft, blendable texture that was a little powdery in the pan but not in practice. 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 Fire Nation (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Hoops (PiP, $4.50) is warmer (95% similar).
- Makeup Geek Nectar (LE, $6.00) is more shimmery, cooler (95% similar).
- ColourPop Slim Fit (LE, $4.50) is warmer (95% similar).
- ColourPop Frose (PiP, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
- Viseart Nectar (PiP, ) is cooler (95% similar).
- Too Faced Peach Punch (PiP, $16.00) is cooler (95% similar).
- ColourPop Be Cool (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- MAC Carnal Charm (LE, $17.00) is cooler (95% similar).
- Juvia's Place Kogi (LE, ) is 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.
Remote
PiPPermanent in Palette. $4.50.
Cruise
Cruise is a medium-dark beige with soft, warm undertones and a matte finish. I found this shade was more reactive to any natural oils on my skin, which resulted in the product going on a little uneven in color, so it would be better over a drier eyeshadow base. The texture was soft, somewhat powdery but blendable and not too prone to fallout. It had opaque pigmentation that stayed on nicely for eight hours before fading noticeably.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Easy Does It (PiP, $4.50) is darker, warmer (95% similar).
- LORAC Soft Taupe (PiP, ) is darker (95% similar).
- Natasha Denona Nurture (451CM) (PiP, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- MAC Sugah Stick (LE, $17.00) is warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop You and I (PiP, $4.50) is darker (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Earthside (LE, $19.00) is darker (90% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Mari (PiP, ) is warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Graded (PiP, $4.50) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Glam (326CM) (PiP, ) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty Naked Pink #2 (LE, ) 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.
Cruise
PiPPermanent in Palette. $4.50.
Illusion
Illusion is a light, peachy copper with strong, warm undertones and flecks of sparkle over a metallic finish. It had semi-sheer color coverage, which was best applied with a fingertip or a dampened brush to achieve full coverage and to minimize fallout as the texture was chunkier. There was light fallout after eight hours of wear.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Sydney Grace Star Struck (P, $8.00) is more shimmery, warmer (95% similar).
- Viseart Sucre (PiP, ) is warmer (95% similar).
- NARS Old Church Street (Left) (LE, ) is warmer (95% similar).
- Sephora Demanding (31) (P, $9.00) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Too Faced Push-up (2018) (PiP, $16.00) is darker (95% similar).
- elf Champagne Crystal (P, $5.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Laura Mercier Rose Quartz (LE, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop OG (LE, $7.00) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Wild Out (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- LORAC Meadow (LE, ) is more shimmery (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.
Illusion
PiPPermanent in Palette. $4.50.
Weekend
Weekend is a rich, light-medium golden copper with strong, warm undertones and a bright, metallic finish. The consistency was smooth, almost cream-like to the touch, and moderately dense without being difficult to pick up. The eyeshadow had opaque 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
- LORAC Sandbar (LE, $19.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- Tarte Jewel (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- Urban Decay HBIC (PiP, $19.00) is less shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- Hourglass Foil (LE, $29.00) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- Smashbox 10000 Likes (PiP, ) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury Power Eyes (Smoke) (LE, ) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Mulholland (P, $5.00) is warmer (95% similar).
- Tarte Simmer (PiP, ) is less shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- Pat McGrath Gold Nectar (LE, $25.00) is warmer (95% similar).
- ColourPop Quiet Storm (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker (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.
Weekend
PiPPermanent in Palette. $4.50.
Sandy
Sandy is a bright, medium-dark pink-coral base with warmer, lighter gold shimmer throughout that gave it a metallic finish. The eyeshadow had opaque color coverage in a single layer, which was paired with a smooth, lightly creamy texture that wasn’t too firmly-pressed into the pan. 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
- ColourPop Turntables (P, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop The Ram (LE, $6.00) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Golden Peach (P, $6.00) is less shimmery, cooler (95% similar).
- ColourPop Gone Retro (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Destination Wedding (LE, $8.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Golden Strawberry (P, $5.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- ColourPop Saguaro (LE, $9.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Free Time (P, $6.00) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop It's a Vibe (LE, $6.00) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- ColourPop Gentle Soul (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.
Ingredients
dimethicone, synthetic fluorphlogopite, magnesium myristate, lauroyl lysine, boron nitride, silica, calcium sodium borosilicate, aluminum calcium sodium silicate, triethoxycaprylylsilane, alumina, calcium aluminum borosilicate, dimethiconol, phenoxyethanol, caprylyl glycol, tin oxide, ethylhexylglycerin, hexylene glycol. may contain: aluminum powder (ci 77000), bismuth oxychloride (ci 77163), black 2 (ci 77266), blue 1 (ci 42090), bronze powder (ci 77400), carmine (ci 75470), chromium hydroxide green (ci 77289), chromium oxide greens (ci 77288), copper powder (ci 77400), ferric ammonium ferrocyanide (ci 77510), ferric ferrocyanide (ci 77510), iron oxides (ci 77491, ci 77492, ci 77499), manganese violet (ci 77742), mica (ci 77019), red 6 (ci 15850), red 6 lake (ci 15850), red 7 (ci 15850), red 7 lake (ci 15850), red 27 (ci 45410), red 27 lake (ci 45410), red 28 (ci 45410), red 28 lake (ci 45410), red 40 lake (ci 16035), titanium dioxide (ci 77891), ultramarines (ci 77007), yellow 5 lake (ci 19140), yellow 6 lake (ci 15985), yellow 10 lake (ci 47005).
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Sandy
LELimited Edition. $4.50.
Lounger
Lounger is a light-medium, caramel brown with moderate, warm orange undertones and a matte finish. It was richly pigmented with a smooth, velvety consistency that was a little powdery in the pan but not apparent on the lid, as the product went on evenly and blended out well along the edges. It lasted nicely for eight hours before fading noticeably.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Urban Decay New Riff (P, $19.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Tarte Starry (LE, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- Coloured Raine Satin (PiP, $6.99) is lighter (95% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury Happy Glow (Smoke) (LE, ) is darker (95% similar).
- Anastasia Ginger (LE, $12.00) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop She Got Game (PiP, $4.50) is cooler (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Freckle (217CM) (PiP, ) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- KKW Beauty Miami (LE, ) is warmer (90% similar).
- Anastasia Caramel (P, $12.00) is warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Clink Clink (LE, $4.50) 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.
Lounger
PiPPermanent in Palette. $4.50.
Bayshore
Bayshore is a vivid, molten gold with strong, warm orange undertones and a metallic finish. The eyeshadow had opaque pigmentation in a single layer, which applied evenly to bare skin and blended out well. The texture was soft, smooth, and lightly emollient without being too dense or too firmly-pressed into the pan. 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 Bold Rush (LE, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Too Witty (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- ColourPop Gold Star (Get That Coin) (LE, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Mrs. Potts (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, cooler (95% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty TFX14 (LE, $36.00) is less shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Golden Scepter (PiP, $6.25) is less shimmery, cooler (95% similar).
- ColourPop On Time (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- JD Glow Goldie Locs (P, $7.50) is darker (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace The Dream (PiP, $6.25) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Under the Ground (LE, $4.50) is lighter (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.
Bayshore
PiPPermanent in Palette. $4.50.
Suns Out
Suns Out is a very light, bluish-aqua with warmer, green-gold shimmer. It had a drier consistency with chunkier shimmer particles, so it was more prone to emphasizing skin texture. I had a smoother, more even result when applying it with a fingertip or a dampened brush as this helped to bind everything together better. It stayed on well for seven and a half hours on me.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Mojito Mami (PiP, $4.50) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Lethal Cosmetics Celestial (P, $6.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- ColourPop Cold Drink (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Bobbi Brown Seafoam (LE, ) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop New Age (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Skylight (PiP, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Play It Cool (PiP, $4.50) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Clionadh Iceberg (P, $5.25) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Glowworm (LE, $4.50) is cooler (90% similar).
- Terra Moons Half Moon (P, $8.50) 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.
Suns Out
PiPPermanent in Palette. $4.50.
Private Beach
Private Beach is a light-medium, yellowed brown with warm undertones and a matte finish. The texture was soft, slightly powdery but blendable and substantial enough not to be prone to sheering out too easily. It had opaque color coverage that lasted well for eight hours before fading a bit.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Urban Decay Faith (PiP, $19.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Sephora Hot Chocolate (LE, ) is darker (95% similar).
- Viseart Toffee (Dark Matte #1) (PiP, ) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Whiskey Neat (LE, ) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Chanel Lumieres Naturelles #3 (LE, ) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- LORAC Walnut (LE, $19.00) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Urban Decay Drip (PiP, $19.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- Coloured Raine Hot Cocoa (DC, $6.99) is warmer (85% similar).
- Make Up For Ever M636 Cappuccino (DC, $21.00).
- Too Faced Mocha (PiP, $16.00).
- Pretty Vulgar Nest Egg (PiP, ).
- Coloured Raine Nighty Night (LE, $6.99).
- Anastasia Boie (LE, $12.00).
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.
Private Beach
PiPPermanent in Palette. $4.50.
Must Stay
Must Stay is a light, peachy brown with strong, warm orange undertones and flecks of gold micro-sparkle over a matte finish. It had rich color payoff in a single layer, though the flecks of sparkle did not bind with the base color, so there was fallout during application. The texture was soft, blendable, and lightly powdery but wasn’t prone to sheering out. It wore well for seven and a half hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Tuscan Fun (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- Fenty Beauty Take Cover (PiP, ) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Intuition (PiP, $4.50) is darker (90% similar).
- MAC Back to Surreality (LE, $17.00) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- ColourPop Like a Bull (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
- NABLA Cosmetics Caramel (P, $8.00) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- NABLA Cosmetics Deja Vu (PiP, ) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
- ColourPop Brave (LE, $4.50) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- ColourPop Pink Slip (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
- NABLA Cosmetics Ghibli (PiP, $8.00) is less 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.
Must Stay
PiPPermanent in Palette. $4.50.
Saunter
Saunter is a medium, caramel brown with moderate, warm undertones and a matte finish. The consistency was soft, smooth, and blendable without being too firmly nor too loosely-pressed into the pan. It had opaque color coverage that stayed on nicely for eight hours before fading noticeably.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Danessa Myricks Rustic (P, $18.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- Natasha Denona Ripe (253CM) (LE, ) is brighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Peach Tea (PiP, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
- Coloured Raine Leonidas (LE, $6.99) is darker (95% similar).
- Viseart Roussillon (PiP, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Gold Rush (PiP, $4.50) is lighter, warmer (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Sunset (P, $5.25) is darker (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Summer Heat (P, $5.25) is lighter (95% similar).
- Sephora Branch (PiP, ) is lighter, warmer (95% similar).
- ColourPop Chromosphere (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker (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.
Saunter
PiPPermanent in Palette. $4.50.
The Palisades
The Palisades is a medium, coppery brown with strong, warm orange undertones and a smooth, metallic sheen. It had opaque pigmentation paired with a moderately dense, lightly creamy texture that wasn’t too firmly-pressed into the pan, so it remained easy to pick up and to blend out. 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
- ColourPop Main Attraction (LE, $6.00) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- Moira Glace (P, $7.50) is darker (95% similar).
- Wet 'n' Wild Nude Awakening #10 (PiP, ) is warmer (95% similar).
- Natasha Denona Magnolia (143K) (DC, ) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- ColourPop Hideaway (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Djali (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Rookie (LE, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Be U (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- Urban Decay Volcanic (LE, $19.00) is darker (90% similar).
- Too Faced Luv the Bun UR With (LE, $16.00) is less shimmery, 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.
The Palisades
PiPPermanent in Palette. $4.50.
Balmy
Balmy is a darker copper with moderate, warm orange undertones and a soft, more pearl-like sheen. It had opaque color coverage with a soft, slightly more loosely-pressed and drier texture, though it applied evenly and had minimal fallout during application. It wore well for seven and a half hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Ciate Gilt (PiP, ) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- ColourPop Puppuccino (LE, $6.00) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Urban Decay Volcanic (LE, $19.00) is more shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Tea Time (PiP, $4.50) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Marc Jacobs Beauty O MG (P, $29.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- Urban Decay Trax (LE, $19.00) is less shimmery, warmer (95% similar).
- PIXI Beauty Auburn Blaze (PiP, $20.00) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Tarte Mic Drop (LE, ) is more shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- Too Faced Wet Kisses (LE, $16.00) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Inglot J339 Copper (LE, $10.00) is brighter (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.
Balmy
PiPPermanent in Palette. $4.50.
Primetime
Primetime is a medium brown with soft, warm undertones and a matte finish. The color payoff was opaque in a single pass, which adhered evenly to bare skin and blended out without difficulty. The texture was slightly firmer in the pan, so there was no powderiness, but it didn’t inhibit the application. This shade showed signs of fading after eight hours of wear.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Fenty Beauty New'd Beach (LE, ) is warmer (95% similar).
- Viseart Sepia (Dark Matte #4) (PiP, ) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (95% similar).
- ColourPop Vibez (LE, $4.50) is warmer (95% similar).
- Urban Decay Twisted (LE, $19.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Viseart Sorrel (PiP, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Blink (LE, $4.50) is darker, warmer (95% similar).
- MAC Dali Wood (PiP, $17.00) is warmer (95% similar).
- Huda Beauty Caramel Brown #9 (PiP, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- NARS Whipped (LE, $19.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Hot Chocolate (P, $5.25) 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.
Primetime
PiPPermanent in Palette. $4.50.
Daydreamer
Daydreamer is a medium, golden taupe brown with warmer, lighter bronze sparkle over a metallic finish. The texture was slightly drier to the touch, though it had opaque color coverage and applied evenly with slight fallout while blending out well along the edges. It lasted nicely for eight hours before fading noticeably.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- NARS Madrid (P, $22.00) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Chanel Desert Wind (28) (P, $36.00) is more shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- MAC Bye Bye Bahamas (LE, $17.00) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Kaja Tiger's Eye (P, $16.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Tiara (P, $6.25) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Cuppa Joe (PiP, $6.25) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Dose of Colors Slinky (P, $20.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Jazzy (454M) (PiP, $29.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop La Brea (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury Starlight #4 (LE, ) is less shimmery, 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.
Daydreamer
PiPPermanent in Palette. $4.50.
Cover Up
Cover Up is a deep brown with neutral-to-warm undertones and a matte finish. It had opaque color coverage with a slightly firmer texture, though that ensured there was no fallout and made it easier to build up (if desired); the blending took longer due to the firmness. It wore well for seven and a half hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Makeup Atelier Red Ochre #5 (P, ) is warmer (95% similar).
- ColourPop Teddy Bare (PiP, $4.50) is warmer (95% similar).
- Huda Beauty Toffee Brown #7 (PiP, ) is darker, warmer (95% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty Tiger Eye #4 (PiP, ) is more shimmery, warmer (95% similar).
- Huda Beauty Topaz #7 (LE, ) is warmer (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Sandcastle (Deep) (PiP, $5.25) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Zoeva Cup of Joy (LE, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Sundown (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- LORAC Woods (LE, ) is darker (90% similar).
- LORAC Bark (LE, $19.00) is 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.
Cover Up
PiPPermanent in Palette. $4.50.
Slumber
Slumber is a rich, orange-copper with strong, warm undertones and a matte finish. The texture was moderately firm in the pan, so it wasn’t prone to powderiness or fallout, but it still was yielding and blendable. The eyeshadow had rich color payoff that stayed on well for eight hours before fading noticeably.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Ace Beaute Hazelnut (DC, ) is lighter, cooler (95% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics 1 Upper (LE, ) is cooler (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Summer Heat (P, $5.25) is more shimmery, cooler (95% similar).
- ColourPop Elixir (P, $6.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Huda Beauty Coral #4 (PiP, ) is more muted (95% similar).
- ColourPop Ya Peel Me (PiP, $4.50) is lighter, brighter (90% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Rule Breaker (LE, ) is darker (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Ripe (253CM) (LE, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Hands Down (LE, $4.50) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Balance (LE, $4.50) 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.
Slumber
PiPPermanent in Palette. $4.50.
Warmer Daze
Warmer Daze is a dark, reddish-brown with warm undertones and a matte finish. The eyeshadow had rich color payoff that applied evenly to bare skin and blended out with little effort, though there was a little fallout due to the lightly powdery consistency. 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 Pouffe (PiP, $4.50) is cooler (95% similar).
- MAC Bougie Babe (LE, $17.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- Give Me Glow Velvet Petals (PiP, $7.00) is cooler (95% similar).
- ColourPop Web3 (LE, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Livin' (PiP, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar).
- Pat McGrath Major Mahogany (LE, $25.00) is cooler (95% similar).
- ColourPop Macchiato (LE, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Solomon (P, $5.25) is lighter, cooler (95% similar).
- Pat McGrath Paradiso (LE, $25.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Soft Launch (LE, $4.50) is cooler (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.
Warmer Daze
PiPPermanent in Palette. $4.50.
Bask
Bask is a medium brown with moderate, warm undertones and flecks of gold micro-sparkle over a matte finish. The sparkles did not bind with the underlying base color, so they resulted in some fallout, though many of the sparkles seemed to get trapped in my brush. The texture was smooth, velvety, and slightly powdery in the pan, but it had opaque coverage that wasn’t prone to sheering out too readily. It wore well for eight hours with light fallout over time.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop HWY 1 (PiP, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
- Natasha Denona Familia (452CM) (PiP, ) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- Natasha Denona Mindful (374CP) (PiP, ) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- ColourPop First Mate (LE, $4.50) is cooler (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Cayenne (PiP, $19.00) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Wet 'n' Wild Not a Basic Peach #1 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Viseart Nude Caramel (PiP, ) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty Desert Fox #4 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- Make Up For Ever M603 Cinnamon (P, $17.00) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- MAC Dali Wood (PiP, $17.00) is less shimmery (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.
Bask
PiPPermanent in Palette. $4.50.
Sporty
Sporty is a muted, dark blue-teal with cool undertones and a matte finish. It had nearly opaque pigmentation with a soft, smooth, and blendable texture that had a touch of powderiness present in the pan. It stayed on nicely for eight hours before fading noticeably.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Burnout (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Too Faced Jolly (LE, $16.00) is more shimmery, cooler (95% similar).
- ColourPop Totally Crushin' (PiP, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
- Anastasia Axis (DC, $12.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Symbol (272CP) (LE, ) is darker (90% similar).
- Chanel Quiet Revolution #2 (PiP, ) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Sephora Capri (PiP, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Sephora Dark Ocean (337) (P, $9.00) is cooler (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Interstellar (PiP, $5.25) is darker (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Fata Morgana (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.
Sporty
PiPPermanent in Palette. $4.50.
Fling (You're Golden)
Fling (You’re Golden) is a deep brown with neutral-to-cool undertones and flecks of gold micro-sparkle over a matte finish. The sparkles did not translate much when applied, other than in the form of fallout. The texture was soft, blendable, and lightly powdery, while the base color was nearly opaque and buildable from there. It lasted well for seven and a half hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Kaleidos Cold Brew (Accentuate) (PiP, ) is cooler (95% similar).
- ColourPop On Track (PiP, $4.50) is warmer (95% similar).
- ColourPop Droid Protocol (LE, $4.50) is lighter, warmer (95% similar).
- ColourPop Real Deal (PiP, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
- Anastasia Back Rolls (LE, $12.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Lindy Hop (LE, $4.50) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury Super Nudes Day Eye (Smoke) (PiP, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- MAC Te Amo (LE, $17.00) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- Sydney Grace Peach Fuzz (LE, $5.25) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- ColourPop Cozy Vibez (PiP, $4.50) is less 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.
I admit I was considering this one, but then I took into account how little I use the CP palettes I have and I decided to pass. It’s not a formula that works well for me.
Ditto Wednesday. I barely touch my CP palettes anymore.
I can’t believe you tested 30 shades, Christine! Your poor eyelids…
I already knew I definitely didn’t need this so it’s an easy pass for me but I feel like some of those shimmers…seem a little more lackluster than usual
Overall, I’d say this is quite a nice palette! I think it would be a really good one for someone who loves mostly neutral shades, but is either just starting out or all over again.
What a mammoth palette for you to test Christine! It could have been halved as there were quite a few similar shades and certainly many the brand has done before.
As per usual for CP these days, it was a mixed bag of results: the good, the bad and the ugly (PET glitter).
The only interesting shade for me was Daydreamer.
I know! These mega palettes are rough, lol!