Lethal Cosmetics Hive Collection Reviews & Swatches (Part 2 of 2)
Spawn
Lethal Cosmetics Spawn Pressed Powder Shadow ($6.00 for 0.06 oz.) is a deep copper with strong, warm undertones and a mostly matte finish. The texture felt smooth, velvety, and finely-milled so there didn’t appear to be fallout, though I could see some fine dusty flyaway as I applied the product to bare skin. It had opaque pigmentation that adhered evenly to bare skin and did not sheer out too readily. 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 Amber (LE, $4.50) is warmer (95% similar).
- Danessa Myricks Rustic (P, $18.00) is more muted (95% similar).
- Viseart Terracotta (Siren #5) (P, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Elixir (P, $6.00) is darker (95% similar).
- KKW Beauty Albanian (LE, ) is darker, more muted (95% similar).
- ColourPop Opera (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, cooler (95% similar).
- Huda Beauty Coral #4 (PiP, ) is darker, brighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Goal Getter (PiP, $4.50) is cooler (95% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury Easy Smokey Date (Enhance) (LE, ) is darker (95% similar).
- Natasha Denona Ripe (253CM) (LE, ) 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.
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Spawn
PPermanent. $6.00.
Rebirth
Lethal Cosmetics Rebirth Pressed Powder Shadow ($6.00 for 0.06 oz.) is a medium, pink-plum with subtle, warm undertones and a metallic sheen. The eyeshadow had opaque color coverage in a single layer, which applied evenly to bare skin when patted/pressed into place. The texture was smooth, lightly creamy, and dense but not too thick to work with, so it picked up readily with a dry brush. The color started to show signs of fading after eight hours of wear.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop So Healing (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- ColourPop Adventure (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, cooler (95% similar).
- ColourPop Lit (LE, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Thackery Binx (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- Huda Beauty Amethyst #2 (LE, ) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Dior Rouge Trafalgar #4 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Pat McGrath Rose Quartz 005 (LE, $25.00) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- NARS Staredown (LE, $19.00) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Give Me Glow Anastasia (P, $7.00) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Sweater Weather (PiP, $6.25) is more shimmery, darker, 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
Rebirth
PPermanent. $6.00.
Vertex
Lethal Cosmetics Vertex Pressed Powder Shadow ($6.00 for 0.06 oz.) is a bright, lime green with subtle, warm undertones and warmer, golden shimmer that gave it a metallic finish. It had good pigmentation in one layer, but it felt a bit too emollient so it did not apply as evenly as I would have liked. I found it necessary to apply by patting it onto the lid with a fingertip or a dampened brush for full, even opacity. It wore nicely for eight hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Billionaire (P, $9.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Palm Palm (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- Terra Moons Serpens (P, $8.50) is less shimmery, warmer (95% similar).
- ColourPop Green Goddess (PiP, $4.50) is warmer (95% similar).
- ColourPop Chemical X (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Booked (LE, $4.50) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Exu (LE, $19.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Give Me Glow Lemon Lime (P, $7.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Terra Moons Critical Mass (P, $8.50) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Passionate Friend (LE, $6.00) is less shimmery, 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.
Look Using this Product
Vertex
PPermanent. $6.00.
Recluse
Lethal Cosmetics Recluse Pressed Powder Shadow ($6.00 for 0.06 oz.) is a light, olive green with strong, warm yellow undertones and a matte finish. The texture was smooth, finely-milled, and somewhat powdery in the pan, though it didn’t seem like it resulted in fallout during application, and the eyeshadow maintained its opacity when applied to bare skin. It lasted well for eight hours before fading noticeably.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Dose of Colors Edgy (PiP, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- Lethal Cosmetics Runaway (P, $6.50) is more muted (95% similar).
- Glaminatrix Down to Earth (PiP, $7.30) is darker (95% similar).
- Give Me Glow Vodkatini (PiP, $7.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- MAC Per-suede Me (P, $20.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Smashbox Olive (P, $22.00) is darker (90% similar).
- Sephora Omen (PiP, ) is darker (90% similar).
- Sephora Jeffery (LE, ) is lighter (85% similar).
- Natasha Denona Lethal (258CP) (LE, ) is darker (85% similar).
- MAC Sour Lemon (DC, $17.00) is more shimmery, lighter (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.
Look Using this Product
Recluse
PPermanent. $6.00.
Habitat
Lethal Cosmetics Habitat Pressed Powder Shadow ($6.00 for 0.06 oz.) is a medium, slightly olive-leaning green with moderate, warm undertones and a matte finish. It was richly pigmented with a smooth, velvety texture that was finely-milled and blendable. There was light powderiness in the pan, but it wasn’t prone to sheering out too readily nor was to fallout. 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
- Devinah Cosmetics Thisbe (P, $5.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Give Me Glow Aged Rose Stem (PiP, $7.00) is darker (90% similar).
- Glaminatrix Leaf (P, $7.30) is darker (90% similar).
- Lethal Cosmetics Coven (P, $6.50) is lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- Sydney Grace Granny Smith (DC, $5.25) is lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Sentimientos (LE, ) is cooler (85% similar).
- Viseart Clover (Bright Editorial #3) (P, ) is lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- KVD Beauty Misfit (LE, ) is lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Carino (LE, ) is lighter, cooler (80% similar).
- Coloured Raine Level Up (PiP, $6.99) 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
Habitat
PPermanent. $6.00.
Nocturnal
Lethal Cosmetics Nocturnal Pressed Powder Shadow ($6.00 for 0.06 oz.) is a deep brown with cool undertones and a matte finish. It had excellent color coverage that adhered evenly and was blendable but had a tendency to sheer out a bit when applied, so it had to be built up or applied over primer. The consistency felt finely-milled and silky to the touch with light powderiness in the pan. It wore nicely for eight hours before fading a bit.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- MAC First Class (LE, $17.00) is cooler (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Spyder (LE, $5.25) is darker, cooler (95% similar).
- ColourPop Sad Girl (PiP, $4.50) is cooler (95% similar).
- MAC Cocktail Black (LE, $17.00) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Ur Hot (LE, $4.50) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Tarte Charcoal Sketch (LE, ) is cooler (90% similar).
- Smashbox Slayer (PiP, ) is cooler (90% similar).
- MAC Gagging for Gifts (LE, $17.00) is cooler (90% similar).
- Dior Grand Bal #3 (PiP, ) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (85% similar).
- Marc Jacobs Beauty Everywhere (PiP, ) is more shimmery, darker (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.
Is there nothing I don’t have a dupe for that I love at the same time? ?♀️
Well, even though I do have a couple dupes of Spawn, they don’t look as good as this one does, so I may get that shade.
The brand does really well across a variety of finishes. Even though none of the shades above are ones that I would wear, I do like their metallic finishes the best, as shown by Rebirth.
Vertex looks so pretty! It reminds me of colourpop fizz, which is sadly discontinued. I might pick that one up.
Recluse. ( yes!!!) and Habitat are unique for me, hmmmm!!!