Lethal Cosmetics Hive Collection Reviews & Swatches (Part 1 of 2)
Nymph
Lethal Cosmetics Nymph Pressed Powder Shadow ($6.00 for 0.06 oz.) is a bright, golden beige with moderate, warm undertones and an intense, metallic finish. It had a smooth, lightly creamy texture that wasn’t too firmly nor too softly pressed into the pan that yielded full coverage in a single layer. It wore well for eight hours before fading noticeably.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Viseart Bijoux Royal #2 (LE, ) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (95% similar).
- Morphe Beam (LE, ) is less shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- Ciate Entwine (P, $24.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- MAC Satin Ochre (Left) (LE, ) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- MAC Bare Study (P, $23.00) is less shimmery (90% similar).
- Tarina Tarantino Fantastical #3 (DC, ) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- LORAC Dream It (LE, $19.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Bad Habit Eternal (PiP, ) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Novel (Ballad) (LE, $4.50) is lighter (90% similar).
- Dose of Colors Poquito Mas (LE, ) is lighter, 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.
Nymph
PPermanent. $6.00.
Ephemeral
Lethal Cosmetics Ephemeral Pressed Powder Shadow ($6.00 for 0.06 oz.) is a darker, yellowy beige with moderate, warm undertones and a matte finish. It had good pigmentation but was more powdery, so it sheered out a bit when applied.
I’d recommend using a primer underneath it if building up coverage was desired, though the eyeshadow blended out well and had more of a dispersion of product into the air than visible fallout underneath my eye area. It lasted decently for seven and a half hours on me.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Huda Beauty Warm Browns #6 (PiP, ) is cooler (95% similar).
- NABLA Cosmetics Canvas (PiP, $8.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Beaches (P, $5.25) is warmer (90% similar).
- Terra Moons Spacewalker (P, $6.00) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Rollin' (LE, $19.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- By Beauty Bay RSVP (LE, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Lil Smiley (PiP, $4.50) is warmer (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Coast (LE, $19.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Sephora Buttercup (PiP, ) is cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop DM Me (PiP, $4.50) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (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.
Ephemeral
PPermanent. $6.00.
Cycle
Lethal Cosmetics Cycle Pressed Powder Shadow ($6.00 for 0.06 oz.) is a brighter, light orange with strong, warm undertones and a matte finish. It had a soft, lightly powdery texture that was silky-smooth and very finely-milled, so while it kicked up excess in the pan, it didn’t seem to result in fallout (just diffused into the air–I could see a bit of dust in the air as I initially placed it). It had opaque coverage that wore nicely for eight hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Running Late (P, $4.50) is warmer (95% similar).
- Wet 'n' Wild To Muse and Carouse #1 (DC, $2.29) is darker (95% similar).
- Viseart Creamsicle (LE, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- Anastasia A3 (Norvina Mini Vol. 2) (LE, ) is brighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Magical (PiP, $4.50) is cooler (95% similar).
- ColourPop Luv (LE, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop KOTL (LE, $4.50) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Coloured Raine Angel Face (DC, $6.99) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- MAC Samoa Silk (P, $17.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Nekkid (PiP, $4.50) 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.
Look Using this Product
Cycle
PPermanent. $6.00.
Equilibrium
Lethal Cosmetics Equilibrium Pressed Powder Shadow ($6.00 for 0.06 oz.) is a medium-dark blue with subtle, cool undertones and a smooth, metallic sheen. It was almost a “warm” blue.
The texture was moderately dense, slightly firmer but not too thick, so it picked up well with a dry brush and had good adhesion when pressed and patted into place. It had full pigmentation in a single layer, which stayed on well for eight hours before showing signs of wear.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Melt Cosmetics Deadbolt (PiP, ) is lighter, cooler (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Sherbet (LE, $6.25) is more shimmery, warmer (95% similar).
- Dior Contraste Horizon #5 (LE, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- Urban Decay LCW (LE, $19.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- MAC Teal Appeal (P, $17.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Dive (LE, ) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Madness (LE, $19.00) is cooler (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Frozen North (LE, $19.00) is darker (90% similar).
- City Color Under the Sea (P, $6.99) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- BH Cosmetics Club Tropicana #4 (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter, 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.
Look Using this Product
Equilibrium
PPermanent. $6.00.
Imago
Lethal Cosmetics Imago Pressed Powder Shadow ($6.00 for 0.06 oz.) is a medium, rosy plum with warmer undertones and a mostly matte finish. It had good color coverage that was buildable to full coverage with a second layer, but there was light fallout as I built it up.
The consistency was soft, velvety but moderately powdery and was best used with a lighter hand and a denser brush (which made it easier to control where it was applied). I’d also suggest blending it a bit less as I noticed it was prone to sheering out if over-blended. The color lasted well for seven and a half hours before fading.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Cirrus (LE, $4.50) is cooler (90% similar).
- Chanel Noir Supreme #3 (PiP, ) is darker (90% similar).
- LORAC Dusty Plum (LE, $19.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Huda Beauty Tease (PiP, ) is lighter (90% similar).
- ColourPop Of a Feather (LE, $4.50) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop How Rouge (PiP, $4.50) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Lethal Cosmetics Willow (P, $6.50) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Huda Beauty Confident (PiP, ) is darker (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Maasai (LE, ) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- MAC Ripened (P, $20.00) is lighter, 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.
Look Using this Product
Imago
PPermanent. $6.00.
Symbiosis
Lethal Cosmetics Symbiosis Pressed Powder Shadow ($6.00 for 0.06 oz.) is a bright, golden copper with strong, warm undertones and a sparkling, metallic finish. It was intensely pigmented with a smooth, lightly creamy and moderately dense texture that was easy to work with.
I had no trouble picking up product with a dry brush nor applying it and blending it out on bare skin. The eyeshadow wore nicely for eight hours before fading noticeably.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Wocka Wocka (LE, $6.00) is cooler (95% similar).
- ColourPop Snakebite (PiP, $6.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- Natasha Denona Silk (318M) (PiP, $29.00) is cooler (95% similar).
- JD Glow Epiphany (P, $7.50) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- ColourPop Put On Heirs (PiP, $4.50) is less shimmery, cooler (95% similar).
- Devinah Cosmetics Platinize (PiP, $5.00) is darker, cooler (95% similar).
- ColourPop Save It For Later (P, $4.50) is less shimmery, cooler (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Camping (PiP, $6.25) is darker (95% similar).
- Give Me Glow Pajamas (P, $7.00) is darker (90% similar).
- LORAC Sandbar (LE, $19.00) is brighter, 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.
It’s a rare thing that I would love every single shade reviewed in a post, but I do for this one. These look really good! Especially; Symbiosis, Imago, Ephemeral and Equilibrium. I know that Ephemeral only garnered a B, but I would actually like the fact that it’s more buildable, as I would be using it on my browbone. One would think that this would be an easy shade to formulate, but I noticed that most of its dupes ranged from C through B+. Very odd!
As for the other shades reviewed above, I have dupes galore. It’s crazy!
Equilibruim and Symbiosis are my favourite shades from this collection. Fortunately, I have the perfect dupe with Madness from Vice 2 for the blue shade – and many for the gold shade.
Blue is such a tricky shade to wear for many and this one here offers the subtle shade of a summer sky and can be paired with so many other shades (peach, mint, gold and forest green) for that pop of colour.