Lethal Cosmetics Afterdark Eyeshadow Palette Review & Swatches
After Dark
Lethal Cosmetics Afterdark Pressed Powder Palette ($47.00 for 0.68 oz.) is a brighter, more colorful set of shades that includes eight matte shades and four shimmer shades. You can also purchase the shades individually if only one or two catch your eye.
For as many brighter, more colorful mattes included, it was a good palette, though those who normally use eyeshadow primer will see improvement of the more minor issues I had with a few of the mattes (only one was a real dud!).
Top Dupes
- Sephora Starlight (LE, ) is cooler (95% similar).
- Give Me Glow Tequila Sunrise (P, $7.00) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Day Date (P, $6.00) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop I'm Wishing (LE, $6.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Terra Moons Cosmic Blaze (P, $6.00) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop No Spots (LE, $4.50) is cooler (95% similar).
- Glaminatrix Fruit Tingle (P, $7.30) is more muted (95% similar).
- ColourPop Bussin' (LE, $6.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- Terra Moons Star Sailors (P, $6.00) is more shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- Sephora + Pantone Universe Bright White (LE, ) is cooler (95% similar).
Ingredients
After Dark
PPermanent. $47.00.
Frequency
Frequency is a soft white with neutral undertones and a matte finish. The texture was substantial enough to apply with mostly opaque coverage, but it did sheer out a touch due to being lightly powdery overall. 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
- Urban Decay Hey-o (P, $26.00) is cooler (95% similar).
- Sephora Porcelain (LE, ) is cooler (95% similar).
- elf Wispy Cloud (P, $5.00) is cooler (95% similar).
- KVD Beauty Por Vida (LE, ) is cooler (95% similar).
- Sephora Starlight (LE, ) is cooler (95% similar).
- ColourPop No Spots (LE, $4.50) is cooler (95% similar).
- Sephora + Pantone Universe Bright White (LE, ) is cooler (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Snow Queen (P, $5.25) is cooler (95% similar).
- Anastasia C1 (Norvina Vol. 1) (LE, $12.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Anastasia Headliner (LE, $12.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.00/0.06 oz. - $100.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to have "extreme pigmentation" and "effortless blendability" ... "that [will] last all day." There are two primary finishes: mattes and metallics, and the latter can also be used wet.
The matte finish has semi-opaque to opaque color coverage with moderate powderiness; it's a formula that is best used with a lighter hand. There was light fallout with some shades, though not at all, and they were blendable for the most part. Even with a light hand, there was still a bit of powderiness present--the brand did warn about using less with their formula--in the pan.
There were a few darker shades that had a tendency to sheer out when applied or did not apply as evenly, especially when layered over a lighter shade but most of the mid-tone and lighter shades were easy to apply and blend out. As a result, I found myself having better results by going dark to light rather than light to dark (which is more in line with how I typically work).
The metallic finish ranged from creamier, denser, and a bit thicker to softer, dense but still a little powdery (usually the lighter, more white-based shades). They were mostly opaque to fully opaque in a single layer, so they didn't need to be applied with a wet brush to achieve coverage or adhesion. I found that some of the more powdery, shimmery shades were more flattering on the lid when used with a fingertip or a dampened brush, though.
The matte eyeshadows tended to wear around eight hours on me before fading, while the shimmer shades lasted eight to eight and a half hours on me.
Browse all of our Lethal Cosmetics Pressed Powder Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
CI 77019 (Mica), Magnesium Stearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Kaolin, Zinc Stearate, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin. [+/- (May Contain): Silica, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide), CI 77499, CI 77492, CI 77491 (Iron Oxides), CI 778161 (Tin Oxide), CI 77007 (Ultramarines), CI 77288 (Chromium Oxide Greens), CI 77742 (Manganese Violet), CI 42090 (Blue 1 Lake), CI 16035 (Red 40 Lake), CI 19140 (Yellow 5 Lake), CI 15850 (Red 7), CI 45410 (Red 27 Lake)]
Disclaimer: Ingredient lists are as available by the brand (or retailer) at the time of publishing. Please always check product packaging, if it exists, for the ingredient list applicable to the product you're purchasing, or the brand or retailer's website for the most up-to-date ingredient list.
Frequency
PPermanent. $6.00.
Arcade
Arcade is a brighter, light pink with moderate, warm undertones and flecks of almost greenish-gold sparkle and shimmer that gave it a metallic finish. It was intensely pigmented with a smooth, moderately dense texture that picked up well with a brush and deposited even coverage. This shade stayed on well for eight hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Terra Moons Starry Eyes (P, $13.00) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Northern Lights (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Clionadh Enchantment (P, $12.50) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Anastasia Barb (LE, $12.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Huda Beauty Neon Green #9 (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- ColourPop Outfit Rememberer (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Misfit Toys (LE, $4.50) is warmer (90% similar).
- Half Magic Dopamine Sparkle (P, $26.00) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Lethal Cosmetics Halo (P, $18.00) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- Terra Moons Celestial Petal (P, $8.50) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.00/0.06 oz. - $100.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to have "extreme pigmentation" and "effortless blendability" ... "that [will] last all day." There are two primary finishes: mattes and metallics, and the latter can also be used wet.
The matte finish has semi-opaque to opaque color coverage with moderate powderiness; it's a formula that is best used with a lighter hand. There was light fallout with some shades, though not at all, and they were blendable for the most part. Even with a light hand, there was still a bit of powderiness present--the brand did warn about using less with their formula--in the pan.
There were a few darker shades that had a tendency to sheer out when applied or did not apply as evenly, especially when layered over a lighter shade but most of the mid-tone and lighter shades were easy to apply and blend out. As a result, I found myself having better results by going dark to light rather than light to dark (which is more in line with how I typically work).
The metallic finish ranged from creamier, denser, and a bit thicker to softer, dense but still a little powdery (usually the lighter, more white-based shades). They were mostly opaque to fully opaque in a single layer, so they didn't need to be applied with a wet brush to achieve coverage or adhesion. I found that some of the more powdery, shimmery shades were more flattering on the lid when used with a fingertip or a dampened brush, though.
The matte eyeshadows tended to wear around eight hours on me before fading, while the shimmer shades lasted eight to eight and a half hours on me.
Browse all of our Lethal Cosmetics Pressed Powder Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
CI 77019 (Mica), Magnesium Stearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Kaolin, Zinc Stearate, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin. [+/- (May Contain): Silica, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide), CI 77499, CI 77492, CI 77491 (Iron Oxides), CI 778161 (Tin Oxide), CI 77007 (Ultramarines), CI 77288 (Chromium Oxide Greens), CI 77742 (Manganese Violet), CI 42090 (Blue 1 Lake), CI 16035 (Red 40 Lake), CI 19140 (Yellow 5 Lake), CI 15850 (Red 7), CI 45410 (Red 27 Lake)]
Disclaimer: Ingredient lists are as available by the brand (or retailer) at the time of publishing. Please always check product packaging, if it exists, for the ingredient list applicable to the product you're purchasing, or the brand or retailer's website for the most up-to-date ingredient list.
Arcade
PPermanent. $6.00.
Replica
Replica is a bright, light-medium green with subtle, warm undertones and a matte finish. The consistency was soft, smooth, and velvety with good substance, so it yielded rich coverage without being prone to sheering out while I had no issues diffusing the edges. It wore nicely for eight hours before showing signs of fading.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Bussin' (LE, $6.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- UOMA Beauty Nandi (LE, ) is lighter (90% similar).
- Anastasia A2 (Norvina Mini Vol. 2) (LE, $12.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Viseart Pistachio (20) (LE, ) is lighter (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Mantis (LE, $5.25) is lighter (90% similar).
- ColourPop Silico (LE, $4.50) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Sugarpill Twitch (PiP, ) is lighter (85% similar).
- By Beauty Bay Mint (LE, ) is more muted, cooler (85% similar).
- ColourPop Mad Tea Party (LE, $4.50) is lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- Sydney Grace Honeydew (P, $5.25) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.00/0.06 oz. - $100.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to have "extreme pigmentation" and "effortless blendability" ... "that [will] last all day." There are two primary finishes: mattes and metallics, and the latter can also be used wet.
The matte finish has semi-opaque to opaque color coverage with moderate powderiness; it's a formula that is best used with a lighter hand. There was light fallout with some shades, though not at all, and they were blendable for the most part. Even with a light hand, there was still a bit of powderiness present--the brand did warn about using less with their formula--in the pan.
There were a few darker shades that had a tendency to sheer out when applied or did not apply as evenly, especially when layered over a lighter shade but most of the mid-tone and lighter shades were easy to apply and blend out. As a result, I found myself having better results by going dark to light rather than light to dark (which is more in line with how I typically work).
The metallic finish ranged from creamier, denser, and a bit thicker to softer, dense but still a little powdery (usually the lighter, more white-based shades). They were mostly opaque to fully opaque in a single layer, so they didn't need to be applied with a wet brush to achieve coverage or adhesion. I found that some of the more powdery, shimmery shades were more flattering on the lid when used with a fingertip or a dampened brush, though.
The matte eyeshadows tended to wear around eight hours on me before fading, while the shimmer shades lasted eight to eight and a half hours on me.
Browse all of our Lethal Cosmetics Pressed Powder Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
CI 77019 (Mica), Magnesium Stearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Kaolin, Zinc Stearate, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin. [+/- (May Contain): Silica, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide), CI 77499, CI 77492, CI 77491 (Iron Oxides), CI 778161 (Tin Oxide), CI 77007 (Ultramarines), CI 77288 (Chromium Oxide Greens), CI 77742 (Manganese Violet), CI 42090 (Blue 1 Lake), CI 16035 (Red 40 Lake), CI 19140 (Yellow 5 Lake), CI 15850 (Red 7), CI 45410 (Red 27 Lake)]
Disclaimer: Ingredient lists are as available by the brand (or retailer) at the time of publishing. Please always check product packaging, if it exists, for the ingredient list applicable to the product you're purchasing, or the brand or retailer's website for the most up-to-date ingredient list.
Replica
PPermanent. $6.00.
Outrun
Outrun is a bright, light-medium blue with cool undertones and a matte finish. It had semi-opaque, buildable pigmentation paired with a smooth, more velvety texture that was lightly powdery but not prone to fallout nor sheering out too quickly. The eyeshadow lasted well for eight hours before fading noticeably.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- elf Oasis (P, $5.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Bad Habit Dreamland (PiP, ) is warmer (95% similar).
- KVD Beauty Doom (LE, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- KVD Beauty Synth (LE, ) is warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Luv Poem (LE, $4.50) is warmer (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Laguna (LE, ) is warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Rowdyruff Boys (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Lethal Cosmetics Surge (P, $6.00) is darker (90% similar).
- Give Me Glow Sky High (P, $7.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Anastasia C2 (Norvina Vol. 2) (LE, $12.00) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.00/0.06 oz. - $100.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to have "extreme pigmentation" and "effortless blendability" ... "that [will] last all day." There are two primary finishes: mattes and metallics, and the latter can also be used wet.
The matte finish has semi-opaque to opaque color coverage with moderate powderiness; it's a formula that is best used with a lighter hand. There was light fallout with some shades, though not at all, and they were blendable for the most part. Even with a light hand, there was still a bit of powderiness present--the brand did warn about using less with their formula--in the pan.
There were a few darker shades that had a tendency to sheer out when applied or did not apply as evenly, especially when layered over a lighter shade but most of the mid-tone and lighter shades were easy to apply and blend out. As a result, I found myself having better results by going dark to light rather than light to dark (which is more in line with how I typically work).
The metallic finish ranged from creamier, denser, and a bit thicker to softer, dense but still a little powdery (usually the lighter, more white-based shades). They were mostly opaque to fully opaque in a single layer, so they didn't need to be applied with a wet brush to achieve coverage or adhesion. I found that some of the more powdery, shimmery shades were more flattering on the lid when used with a fingertip or a dampened brush, though.
The matte eyeshadows tended to wear around eight hours on me before fading, while the shimmer shades lasted eight to eight and a half hours on me.
Browse all of our Lethal Cosmetics Pressed Powder Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
CI 77019 (Mica), Magnesium Stearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Kaolin, Zinc Stearate, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin. [+/- (May Contain): Silica, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide), CI 77499, CI 77492, CI 77491 (Iron Oxides), CI 778161 (Tin Oxide), CI 77007 (Ultramarines), CI 77288 (Chromium Oxide Greens), CI 77742 (Manganese Violet), CI 42090 (Blue 1 Lake), CI 16035 (Red 40 Lake), CI 19140 (Yellow 5 Lake), CI 15850 (Red 7), CI 45410 (Red 27 Lake)]
Disclaimer: Ingredient lists are as available by the brand (or retailer) at the time of publishing. Please always check product packaging, if it exists, for the ingredient list applicable to the product you're purchasing, or the brand or retailer's website for the most up-to-date ingredient list.
Look Using this Product
Outrun
PPermanent. $6.00.
Sequence
Sequence is a darker, cooler lavender with almost a bluish tone to it paired with a matte finish. The texture was soft, lightly powdery, and thinner compared to most of the matte shades in the palette, so it wasn’t as easy to build up or to blend out. It had semi-opaque coverage that was buildable best over an eyeshadow primer. 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
- MAC Cobalt (P, $17.00) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Glaminatrix Periwinkle (P, $7.30) is warmer (85% similar).
- ColourPop Wanted (PiP, $4.50) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- ColourPop Own Ur Power (LE, $4.50) is lighter (85% similar).
- ColourPop Selfie (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, warmer (85% similar).
- ColourPop Escapism (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
- ColourPop The Aquarius (P, $4.50) is darker (85% similar).
- Kaleidos Glowing Iris (Diffuse) (PiP, ) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Sugarpill Baby Doll (PiP, $13.00) is lighter, more muted, cooler (80% similar).
- Sephora + Pantone Universe Serenity (LE, ) is lighter, cooler (80% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.00/0.06 oz. - $100.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to have "extreme pigmentation" and "effortless blendability" ... "that [will] last all day." There are two primary finishes: mattes and metallics, and the latter can also be used wet.
The matte finish has semi-opaque to opaque color coverage with moderate powderiness; it's a formula that is best used with a lighter hand. There was light fallout with some shades, though not at all, and they were blendable for the most part. Even with a light hand, there was still a bit of powderiness present--the brand did warn about using less with their formula--in the pan.
There were a few darker shades that had a tendency to sheer out when applied or did not apply as evenly, especially when layered over a lighter shade but most of the mid-tone and lighter shades were easy to apply and blend out. As a result, I found myself having better results by going dark to light rather than light to dark (which is more in line with how I typically work).
The metallic finish ranged from creamier, denser, and a bit thicker to softer, dense but still a little powdery (usually the lighter, more white-based shades). They were mostly opaque to fully opaque in a single layer, so they didn't need to be applied with a wet brush to achieve coverage or adhesion. I found that some of the more powdery, shimmery shades were more flattering on the lid when used with a fingertip or a dampened brush, though.
The matte eyeshadows tended to wear around eight hours on me before fading, while the shimmer shades lasted eight to eight and a half hours on me.
Browse all of our Lethal Cosmetics Pressed Powder Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
CI 77019 (Mica), Magnesium Stearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Kaolin, Zinc Stearate, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin. [+/- (May Contain): Silica, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide), CI 77499, CI 77492, CI 77491 (Iron Oxides), CI 778161 (Tin Oxide), CI 77007 (Ultramarines), CI 77288 (Chromium Oxide Greens), CI 77742 (Manganese Violet), CI 42090 (Blue 1 Lake), CI 16035 (Red 40 Lake), CI 19140 (Yellow 5 Lake), CI 15850 (Red 7), CI 45410 (Red 27 Lake)]
Disclaimer: Ingredient lists are as available by the brand (or retailer) at the time of publishing. Please always check product packaging, if it exists, for the ingredient list applicable to the product you're purchasing, or the brand or retailer's website for the most up-to-date ingredient list.
Look Using this Product
Sequence
PPermanent. $6.00.
Proxy
Proxy is a darker, bluish-aqua with cool undertones and a matte finish. The eyeshadow had nearly opaque color payoff that applied well to bare skin as the color deposited evenly and blended out well along the edges. The texture was soft, lightly powdery but not prone to sheering out. It wore well for eight hours before fading noticeably.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Glaminatrix Posy (P, $7.30) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Huda Beauty Mint #9 (LE, ) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Boardwalk (PiP, $4.50) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop A Dip (LE, $4.50) is warmer (85% similar).
- MAC Powerful Performance (LE, $17.00) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Sephora Helen P (LE, ) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Urban Decay Fluorescent (LE, $19.00) is more muted, cooler (85% similar).
- ColourPop HTML (LE, $4.50) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
- ColourPop Muscle Beach (P, $4.50) is darker, warmer (80% similar).
- Natasha Denona Brisk (426CM) (LE, ) is lighter, warmer (80% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.00/0.06 oz. - $100.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to have "extreme pigmentation" and "effortless blendability" ... "that [will] last all day." There are two primary finishes: mattes and metallics, and the latter can also be used wet.
The matte finish has semi-opaque to opaque color coverage with moderate powderiness; it's a formula that is best used with a lighter hand. There was light fallout with some shades, though not at all, and they were blendable for the most part. Even with a light hand, there was still a bit of powderiness present--the brand did warn about using less with their formula--in the pan.
There were a few darker shades that had a tendency to sheer out when applied or did not apply as evenly, especially when layered over a lighter shade but most of the mid-tone and lighter shades were easy to apply and blend out. As a result, I found myself having better results by going dark to light rather than light to dark (which is more in line with how I typically work).
The metallic finish ranged from creamier, denser, and a bit thicker to softer, dense but still a little powdery (usually the lighter, more white-based shades). They were mostly opaque to fully opaque in a single layer, so they didn't need to be applied with a wet brush to achieve coverage or adhesion. I found that some of the more powdery, shimmery shades were more flattering on the lid when used with a fingertip or a dampened brush, though.
The matte eyeshadows tended to wear around eight hours on me before fading, while the shimmer shades lasted eight to eight and a half hours on me.
Browse all of our Lethal Cosmetics Pressed Powder Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
CI 77019 (Mica), Magnesium Stearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Kaolin, Zinc Stearate, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin. [+/- (May Contain): Silica, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide), CI 77499, CI 77492, CI 77491 (Iron Oxides), CI 778161 (Tin Oxide), CI 77007 (Ultramarines), CI 77288 (Chromium Oxide Greens), CI 77742 (Manganese Violet), CI 42090 (Blue 1 Lake), CI 16035 (Red 40 Lake), CI 19140 (Yellow 5 Lake), CI 15850 (Red 7), CI 45410 (Red 27 Lake)]
Disclaimer: Ingredient lists are as available by the brand (or retailer) at the time of publishing. Please always check product packaging, if it exists, for the ingredient list applicable to the product you're purchasing, or the brand or retailer's website for the most up-to-date ingredient list.
Look Using this Product
Proxy
PPermanent. $6.00.
Quicksave
Quicksave is a medium-dark coral with moderate, warm undertones and a matte finish. It was intensely pigmented with a smooth, more substantial texture that was a smidgen powdery in the pan but blended out beautifully on bare skin without losing its opacity. This shade 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 Peony (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Ghosted (LE, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Day Date (P, $6.00) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Woke (PiP, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
- Viseart Liaison (LE, ) is darker, cooler (95% similar).
- Natasha Denona Intense (PiP, ) is cooler (95% similar).
- Give Me Glow Tequila Sunrise (P, $7.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Terra Moons Cosmic Blaze (P, $6.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Scammin' (PiP, ) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Flowerboy (P, $4.50) is cooler (95% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.00/0.06 oz. - $100.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to have "extreme pigmentation" and "effortless blendability" ... "that [will] last all day." There are two primary finishes: mattes and metallics, and the latter can also be used wet.
The matte finish has semi-opaque to opaque color coverage with moderate powderiness; it's a formula that is best used with a lighter hand. There was light fallout with some shades, though not at all, and they were blendable for the most part. Even with a light hand, there was still a bit of powderiness present--the brand did warn about using less with their formula--in the pan.
There were a few darker shades that had a tendency to sheer out when applied or did not apply as evenly, especially when layered over a lighter shade but most of the mid-tone and lighter shades were easy to apply and blend out. As a result, I found myself having better results by going dark to light rather than light to dark (which is more in line with how I typically work).
The metallic finish ranged from creamier, denser, and a bit thicker to softer, dense but still a little powdery (usually the lighter, more white-based shades). They were mostly opaque to fully opaque in a single layer, so they didn't need to be applied with a wet brush to achieve coverage or adhesion. I found that some of the more powdery, shimmery shades were more flattering on the lid when used with a fingertip or a dampened brush, though.
The matte eyeshadows tended to wear around eight hours on me before fading, while the shimmer shades lasted eight to eight and a half hours on me.
Browse all of our Lethal Cosmetics Pressed Powder Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
CI 77019 (Mica), Magnesium Stearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Kaolin, Zinc Stearate, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin. [+/- (May Contain): Silica, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide), CI 77499, CI 77492, CI 77491 (Iron Oxides), CI 778161 (Tin Oxide), CI 77007 (Ultramarines), CI 77288 (Chromium Oxide Greens), CI 77742 (Manganese Violet), CI 42090 (Blue 1 Lake), CI 16035 (Red 40 Lake), CI 19140 (Yellow 5 Lake), CI 15850 (Red 7), CI 45410 (Red 27 Lake)]
Disclaimer: Ingredient lists are as available by the brand (or retailer) at the time of publishing. Please always check product packaging, if it exists, for the ingredient list applicable to the product you're purchasing, or the brand or retailer's website for the most up-to-date ingredient list.
Look Using this Product
Quicksave
PPermanent. $6.00.
Mainframe
Mainframe is a brighter, medium pinky-red with subtle, warmer undertones and cooler, more fuchsia-hued sparkle that yielded a metallic finish. It had rich color payoff in a single layer, which adhered well to bare skin and blended out nicely. The consistency was moderately dense, smooth, and easy to work with using a dry brush. The eyeshadow stayed on nicely for eight hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Super Seed (LE, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
- Terra Moons Ruby Stars (P, $6.25) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Beauty Queen (P, $6.25) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Anastasia B3 (Norvina Vol. 1) (LE, ) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Moira Bang (P, $7.50) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- NABLA Cosmetics Big Experience (PiP, ) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Glow Pop (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- ColourPop Follow the Sun (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- Make Up For Ever D850 Nitro Pink (DC, $21.00) is warmer (90% similar).
- Huda Beauty Neon Orange #4 (PiP, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.00/0.06 oz. - $100.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to have "extreme pigmentation" and "effortless blendability" ... "that [will] last all day." There are two primary finishes: mattes and metallics, and the latter can also be used wet.
The matte finish has semi-opaque to opaque color coverage with moderate powderiness; it's a formula that is best used with a lighter hand. There was light fallout with some shades, though not at all, and they were blendable for the most part. Even with a light hand, there was still a bit of powderiness present--the brand did warn about using less with their formula--in the pan.
There were a few darker shades that had a tendency to sheer out when applied or did not apply as evenly, especially when layered over a lighter shade but most of the mid-tone and lighter shades were easy to apply and blend out. As a result, I found myself having better results by going dark to light rather than light to dark (which is more in line with how I typically work).
The metallic finish ranged from creamier, denser, and a bit thicker to softer, dense but still a little powdery (usually the lighter, more white-based shades). They were mostly opaque to fully opaque in a single layer, so they didn't need to be applied with a wet brush to achieve coverage or adhesion. I found that some of the more powdery, shimmery shades were more flattering on the lid when used with a fingertip or a dampened brush, though.
The matte eyeshadows tended to wear around eight hours on me before fading, while the shimmer shades lasted eight to eight and a half hours on me.
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Ingredients
CI 77019 (Mica), Magnesium Stearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Kaolin, Zinc Stearate, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin. [+/- (May Contain): Silica, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide), CI 77499, CI 77492, CI 77491 (Iron Oxides), CI 778161 (Tin Oxide), CI 77007 (Ultramarines), CI 77288 (Chromium Oxide Greens), CI 77742 (Manganese Violet), CI 42090 (Blue 1 Lake), CI 16035 (Red 40 Lake), CI 19140 (Yellow 5 Lake), CI 15850 (Red 7), CI 45410 (Red 27 Lake)]
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Mainframe
PPermanent. $6.00.
Overdrive
Overdrive is a soft, silvery white with subtle, cool undertones and a metallic finish. The eyeshadow had nearly opaque color coverage that adhered well to my lid and diffused nicely along the edges. The texture was smooth, moderately dense but not thick or stiff, so it picked up well with a dry brush. It wore well for eight hours before fading noticeably.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Make Up For Ever D200 Crystalline Mauve Turquoise (DC, $21.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Velvet (P, $6.25) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (95% similar).
- Make Up For Ever ME122 Snow (P, $17.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (95% similar).
- Sephora Hologram (LE, ) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (95% similar).
- ColourPop I'm Wishing (LE, $6.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Huda Beauty Supermoon (PiP, ) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- ColourPop Cold Girl (P, $8.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Guerlain Cygne Blanc #2 (LE, ) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Peeps White (LE, $6.00) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Dior Black Bow #2 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.00/0.06 oz. - $100.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to have "extreme pigmentation" and "effortless blendability" ... "that [will] last all day." There are two primary finishes: mattes and metallics, and the latter can also be used wet.
The matte finish has semi-opaque to opaque color coverage with moderate powderiness; it's a formula that is best used with a lighter hand. There was light fallout with some shades, though not at all, and they were blendable for the most part. Even with a light hand, there was still a bit of powderiness present--the brand did warn about using less with their formula--in the pan.
There were a few darker shades that had a tendency to sheer out when applied or did not apply as evenly, especially when layered over a lighter shade but most of the mid-tone and lighter shades were easy to apply and blend out. As a result, I found myself having better results by going dark to light rather than light to dark (which is more in line with how I typically work).
The metallic finish ranged from creamier, denser, and a bit thicker to softer, dense but still a little powdery (usually the lighter, more white-based shades). They were mostly opaque to fully opaque in a single layer, so they didn't need to be applied with a wet brush to achieve coverage or adhesion. I found that some of the more powdery, shimmery shades were more flattering on the lid when used with a fingertip or a dampened brush, though.
The matte eyeshadows tended to wear around eight hours on me before fading, while the shimmer shades lasted eight to eight and a half hours on me.
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Ingredients
CI 77019 (Mica), Magnesium Stearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Kaolin, Zinc Stearate, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin. [+/- (May Contain): Silica, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide), CI 77499, CI 77492, CI 77491 (Iron Oxides), CI 778161 (Tin Oxide), CI 77007 (Ultramarines), CI 77288 (Chromium Oxide Greens), CI 77742 (Manganese Violet), CI 42090 (Blue 1 Lake), CI 16035 (Red 40 Lake), CI 19140 (Yellow 5 Lake), CI 15850 (Red 7), CI 45410 (Red 27 Lake)]
Disclaimer: Ingredient lists are as available by the brand (or retailer) at the time of publishing. Please always check product packaging, if it exists, for the ingredient list applicable to the product you're purchasing, or the brand or retailer's website for the most up-to-date ingredient list.
Overdrive
PPermanent. $6.00.
Synth
Synth is a light-medium lavender with warmer, pinker undertones and flecks of blue and gold pearl that gave it a metallic finish. It had nearly opaque color payoff that applied evenly to bare skin and blended out well without being prone to fallout. The consistency was moderately dense, smooth, and easy to work with. 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
- Pat McGrath Lavender Blue (LE, $25.00) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- BH Cosmetics Foil Eyes #3 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- JD Glow Plum (P, $7.50) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Iconic Behavior (PiP, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Lethal Cosmetics Spellbound (LE, $6.50) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Huda Beauty Lilac #2 (LE, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Buxom La-La-Lavish (P, $12.00) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Plumpy (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Eyes 4 U (PiP, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Mind's Eye (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.00/0.06 oz. - $100.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to have "extreme pigmentation" and "effortless blendability" ... "that [will] last all day." There are two primary finishes: mattes and metallics, and the latter can also be used wet.
The matte finish has semi-opaque to opaque color coverage with moderate powderiness; it's a formula that is best used with a lighter hand. There was light fallout with some shades, though not at all, and they were blendable for the most part. Even with a light hand, there was still a bit of powderiness present--the brand did warn about using less with their formula--in the pan.
There were a few darker shades that had a tendency to sheer out when applied or did not apply as evenly, especially when layered over a lighter shade but most of the mid-tone and lighter shades were easy to apply and blend out. As a result, I found myself having better results by going dark to light rather than light to dark (which is more in line with how I typically work).
The metallic finish ranged from creamier, denser, and a bit thicker to softer, dense but still a little powdery (usually the lighter, more white-based shades). They were mostly opaque to fully opaque in a single layer, so they didn't need to be applied with a wet brush to achieve coverage or adhesion. I found that some of the more powdery, shimmery shades were more flattering on the lid when used with a fingertip or a dampened brush, though.
The matte eyeshadows tended to wear around eight hours on me before fading, while the shimmer shades lasted eight to eight and a half hours on me.
Browse all of our Lethal Cosmetics Pressed Powder Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
CI 77019 (Mica), Magnesium Stearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Kaolin, Zinc Stearate, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin. [+/- (May Contain): Silica, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide), CI 77499, CI 77492, CI 77491 (Iron Oxides), CI 778161 (Tin Oxide), CI 77007 (Ultramarines), CI 77288 (Chromium Oxide Greens), CI 77742 (Manganese Violet), CI 42090 (Blue 1 Lake), CI 16035 (Red 40 Lake), CI 19140 (Yellow 5 Lake), CI 15850 (Red 7), CI 45410 (Red 27 Lake)]
Disclaimer: Ingredient lists are as available by the brand (or retailer) at the time of publishing. Please always check product packaging, if it exists, for the ingredient list applicable to the product you're purchasing, or the brand or retailer's website for the most up-to-date ingredient list.
Synth
PPermanent. $6.00.
Capslock
Capslock is a bright, neon fuchsia pink with cool, blue undertones and a matte finish. It had nearly opaque color coverage that was buildable to full coverage with a second layer. The texture was soft, lightly powdery but not prone to fallout or sheering out too readily, so it blended out with ease. It stayed on well for eight and a half hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop 2AM (PiP, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar).
- Glaminatrix Fruit Tingle (P, $7.30) is more muted (95% similar).
- Give Me Glow I'm with the DJ (P, $7.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Coloured Raine Sweetheart (PiP, ) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Cool Moves (LE, $4.50) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Sephora Myiesha (LE, ) is darker (90% similar).
- Anastasia A3 (Norvina Vol. 4) (LE, ) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Miracle Romance (LE, $4.50) is warmer (90% similar).
- Huda Beauty Neon Pink #6 (LE, ) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Terra Moons Space Bound (P, $6.00) is lighter (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.00/0.06 oz. - $100.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to have "extreme pigmentation" and "effortless blendability" ... "that [will] last all day." There are two primary finishes: mattes and metallics, and the latter can also be used wet.
The matte finish has semi-opaque to opaque color coverage with moderate powderiness; it's a formula that is best used with a lighter hand. There was light fallout with some shades, though not at all, and they were blendable for the most part. Even with a light hand, there was still a bit of powderiness present--the brand did warn about using less with their formula--in the pan.
There were a few darker shades that had a tendency to sheer out when applied or did not apply as evenly, especially when layered over a lighter shade but most of the mid-tone and lighter shades were easy to apply and blend out. As a result, I found myself having better results by going dark to light rather than light to dark (which is more in line with how I typically work).
The metallic finish ranged from creamier, denser, and a bit thicker to softer, dense but still a little powdery (usually the lighter, more white-based shades). They were mostly opaque to fully opaque in a single layer, so they didn't need to be applied with a wet brush to achieve coverage or adhesion. I found that some of the more powdery, shimmery shades were more flattering on the lid when used with a fingertip or a dampened brush, though.
The matte eyeshadows tended to wear around eight hours on me before fading, while the shimmer shades lasted eight to eight and a half hours on me.
Browse all of our Lethal Cosmetics Pressed Powder Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
CI 77019 (Mica), Magnesium Stearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Kaolin, Zinc Stearate, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin. [+/- (May Contain): Silica, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide), CI 77499, CI 77492, CI 77491 (Iron Oxides), CI 778161 (Tin Oxide), CI 77007 (Ultramarines), CI 77288 (Chromium Oxide Greens), CI 77742 (Manganese Violet), CI 42090 (Blue 1 Lake), CI 16035 (Red 40 Lake), CI 19140 (Yellow 5 Lake), CI 15850 (Red 7), CI 45410 (Red 27 Lake)]
Disclaimer: Ingredient lists are as available by the brand (or retailer) at the time of publishing. Please always check product packaging, if it exists, for the ingredient list applicable to the product you're purchasing, or the brand or retailer's website for the most up-to-date ingredient list.
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Capslock
PPermanent. $6.00.
Nightcall
Nightcall is a muted, medium-dark purple with neutral-to-cool undertones and a matte finish. It had medium coverage that was buildable to semi-opaque pigmentation but benefitted greatly from using with a primer, which also helped the color apply more evenly and blend with less effort. The texture seemed thinner and more powdery, which likely contributed to the coverage and application issues I had. It wore decently for seven and a half hours before fading noticeably.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Terra Moons Star Sailors (P, $6.00) is more shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- By Beauty Bay Velvet (LE, ) is darker (95% similar).
- NARS Tropical Express #4 (PiP, $19.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- Surratt Beauty Violaceous (P, $20.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (85% similar).
- Lethal Cosmetics Eclipse (P, $6.50) is lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- NABLA Cosmetics Eresia (P, $8.00) is warmer (85% similar).
- Glaminatrix Burlesque (P, $7.30) is more shimmery, darker (80% similar).
- Too Faced Spice of Life (Pumpkin Spice) (LE, $16.00) is darker, cooler (80% similar).
- Smashbox Mongal (LE, $22.00) is lighter, warmer (80% similar).
- Anastasia B4 (Norvina Vol. 1) (LE, ) is brighter, cooler (80% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.00/0.06 oz. - $100.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to have "extreme pigmentation" and "effortless blendability" ... "that [will] last all day." There are two primary finishes: mattes and metallics, and the latter can also be used wet.
The matte finish has semi-opaque to opaque color coverage with moderate powderiness; it's a formula that is best used with a lighter hand. There was light fallout with some shades, though not at all, and they were blendable for the most part. Even with a light hand, there was still a bit of powderiness present--the brand did warn about using less with their formula--in the pan.
There were a few darker shades that had a tendency to sheer out when applied or did not apply as evenly, especially when layered over a lighter shade but most of the mid-tone and lighter shades were easy to apply and blend out. As a result, I found myself having better results by going dark to light rather than light to dark (which is more in line with how I typically work).
The metallic finish ranged from creamier, denser, and a bit thicker to softer, dense but still a little powdery (usually the lighter, more white-based shades). They were mostly opaque to fully opaque in a single layer, so they didn't need to be applied with a wet brush to achieve coverage or adhesion. I found that some of the more powdery, shimmery shades were more flattering on the lid when used with a fingertip or a dampened brush, though.
The matte eyeshadows tended to wear around eight hours on me before fading, while the shimmer shades lasted eight to eight and a half hours on me.
Browse all of our Lethal Cosmetics Pressed Powder Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
CI 77019 (Mica), Magnesium Stearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Kaolin, Zinc Stearate, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin. [+/- (May Contain): Silica, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide), CI 77499, CI 77492, CI 77491 (Iron Oxides), CI 778161 (Tin Oxide), CI 77007 (Ultramarines), CI 77288 (Chromium Oxide Greens), CI 77742 (Manganese Violet), CI 42090 (Blue 1 Lake), CI 16035 (Red 40 Lake), CI 19140 (Yellow 5 Lake), CI 15850 (Red 7), CI 45410 (Red 27 Lake)]
Disclaimer: Ingredient lists are as available by the brand (or retailer) at the time of publishing. Please always check product packaging, if it exists, for the ingredient list applicable to the product you're purchasing, or the brand or retailer's website for the most up-to-date ingredient list.
This would be such a fun spring/summer palette of electric pastels that even us medium and tan folks could use, too! As to whether or not I would buy it, I’m not sure. Not because I don’t love it, but I’m not so sure that I’d use it often enough to excuse the cost.
This is a pretty good palette for those who like bright pastel matte shades.
These are gorgeous! If I could pull off these shades, I’d be thinking seriously about this one.
Ooh thats a super pretty palette . I do have a few of the dupes though💕
Nice color story! Looks pretty and pigmented. Never tried anything from this brand before but heard good things. May pick this up during a sale.