Lethal Cosmetics Proxima, Event Horizon, Dark Matter Multichrome Shadows Reviews & Swatches
Proxima
Lethal Cosmetics Proxima Pressed Multichrome Shadow ($16.50 for 0.056 oz.) is a brighter, pink multichrome that shifted from darker pink to peachy-pink to gold. It had more of a pearl-like sheen as the texture was slightly thin and more firmly-packed into the pan, though I didn’t have any real issues getting product onto my brush for semi-opaque coverage, but I had a bit of fallout as it didn’t readily adhere to bare skin as something denser would have. This shade stayed on well for seven and a half hours before showing signs of fading.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Terra Moons Antares (P, $15.00) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Lethal Cosmetics Spectrum (P, $16.50) is cooler (90% similar).
- Terra Moons Galactic Blossom (P, $17.00) is more shimmery, warmer (85% similar).
- Clionadh Emboss (P, $10.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (85% similar).
- Terra Moons Wicked Rose (P, $6.25) is more shimmery, cooler (85% similar).
- Clionadh Oriel (P, $16.50) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (85% similar).
- Sydney Grace Golden Peach (P, $6.00) is darker (85% similar).
- Lethal Cosmetics Kindred (P, $6.50) is more shimmery, cooler (80% similar).
- Pat McGrath VR Rose Venus (LE, $25.00) is more shimmery, darker (80% similar).
- Natasha Denona Giving (PiP, $29.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (80% similar).
Formula Overview
$16.50/0.056 oz. - $294.64 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to have "amazing pigmentation and easy blendability" that won't crease or fade. The pigmentation varied from shade to shade as some were intentionally designed with translucent bases, so those were often sheerer initially and tended to use larger, more sparkly particles.
In general, the multichrome shifts were weaker and less apparent as many shades were pearl-like in their sheen, rather than ultra-shiny or intensely metallic as is more typical of multichrome eyeshadow releases. I think those who prefer a subtler sheen and aren't locked in to having the most magical of multichrome shifting formulas will find this a nice option. On the flip side, anyone who already has multichrome eyeshadows from other brands and prefers intensity will likely find these to miss the mark.
Most shades had semi-opaque to opaque pigmentation with fairly blendable formulas that weren't too powdery or too firmly-pressed into their pans, though they were sometimes a little too emollient or too thin. They wore around eight hours on average.
Browse all of our Lethal Cosmetics Pressed Multichrome Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
Silica, CI 77019 (Mica), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Octyldodecanol, Magnesium Stearate, Kaolin, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Copernicia Cerifera Cera (Carnauba Wax), Ethylhexylglycerin. [+/- (May Contain): Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide), CI 77499, CI 77492, CI 77491 (Iron Oxides), CI 77861 (Tin Oxide), CI 77007 (Ultramarines), CI 77510 (Ferric Ferrocyanide), CI 77288 (Chromium Oxide Greens), CI 77742 (Manganese Violet), CI 77000 (Aluminium)]
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.
Proxima
PPermanent. $16.50.
Event Horizon
Lethal Cosmetics Event Horizon Pressed Multichrome Shadow ($16.50 for 0.056 oz.) has a black base with multichrome shimmer that shifted from rich, bronzy gold to warmer bronze to copper to red wrapped up in a lightly metallic finish. It had rich pigmentation in a single layer, while the texture was smooth to the touch, firm but not too thick or too densely-packed into the pan. It wore well for eight hours before fading visibly on me.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Clionadh Kiln (P, $19.00) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Terra Moons Centauri (P, $17.00) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Terra Moons Jupiter's Inferno (P, $15.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Fyrinnae Venus Sunset (P, $14.50) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- Sydney Grace Phoenix (P, $25.00) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- Sydney Grace Flamethrower (P, $25.00) is more shimmery, darker (85% similar).
- JD Glow Urgent (P, $15.00) is more shimmery, darker (85% similar).
- Pat McGrath VR Sextraterrestrial (LE, $25.00) is more shimmery, lighter (85% similar).
- Terra Moons Stunt Double (P, $17.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (80% similar).
- Clionadh Rose Line (P, $12.50) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (80% similar).
Formula Overview
$16.50/0.056 oz. - $294.64 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to have "amazing pigmentation and easy blendability" that won't crease or fade. The pigmentation varied from shade to shade as some were intentionally designed with translucent bases, so those were often sheerer initially and tended to use larger, more sparkly particles.
In general, the multichrome shifts were weaker and less apparent as many shades were pearl-like in their sheen, rather than ultra-shiny or intensely metallic as is more typical of multichrome eyeshadow releases. I think those who prefer a subtler sheen and aren't locked in to having the most magical of multichrome shifting formulas will find this a nice option. On the flip side, anyone who already has multichrome eyeshadows from other brands and prefers intensity will likely find these to miss the mark.
Most shades had semi-opaque to opaque pigmentation with fairly blendable formulas that weren't too powdery or too firmly-pressed into their pans, though they were sometimes a little too emollient or too thin. They wore around eight hours on average.
Browse all of our Lethal Cosmetics Pressed Multichrome Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
Silica, CI 77019 (Mica), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Octyldodecanol, Magnesium Stearate, Kaolin, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Copernicia Cerifera Cera (Carnauba Wax), Ethylhexylglycerin. [+/- (May Contain): Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide), CI 77499, CI 77492, CI 77491 (Iron Oxides), CI 77861 (Tin Oxide), CI 77007 (Ultramarines), CI 77510 (Ferric Ferrocyanide), CI 77288 (Chromium Oxide Greens), CI 77742 (Manganese Violet), CI 77000 (Aluminium)]
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.
Event Horizon
PPermanent. $16.50.
Dark Matter
Lethal Cosmetics Dark Matter Pressed Multichrome Shadow ($16.50 for 0.056 oz.) is a black-based multichrome that shifted from charcoal black to burnt orange to red to plum. There was also supposed to be teal in the shift range, but I wasn’t able to spot it in person.
The texture was firmer, thinner, and oddly powdery, which resulted in a more satin-like finish that did not apply as evenly as desired. It had medium to semi-opaque, somewhat buildable pigmentation. It lasted for seven hours before fading a bit.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Terra Moons Jupiter's Inferno (P, $15.00) is more shimmery, brighter (90% similar).
- Terra Moons Stunt Double (P, $17.00) is more shimmery, lighter (85% similar).
- Sydney Grace Flamethrower (P, $25.00) is more shimmery, warmer (85% similar).
- Terra Moons Centauri (P, $17.00) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (80% similar).
- Fyrinnae Venus Sunset (P, $14.50) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (80% similar).
- Clionadh Kiln (P, $19.00) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (80% similar).
- Natasha Denona Dragonfly (LE, $28.00) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (80% similar).
- JD Glow Urgent (P, $15.00) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (80% similar).
- Pat McGrath VR Sextraterrestrial (LE, $25.00) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (80% similar).
Formula Overview
$16.50/0.056 oz. - $294.64 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to have "amazing pigmentation and easy blendability" that won't crease or fade. The pigmentation varied from shade to shade as some were intentionally designed with translucent bases, so those were often sheerer initially and tended to use larger, more sparkly particles.
In general, the multichrome shifts were weaker and less apparent as many shades were pearl-like in their sheen, rather than ultra-shiny or intensely metallic as is more typical of multichrome eyeshadow releases. I think those who prefer a subtler sheen and aren't locked in to having the most magical of multichrome shifting formulas will find this a nice option. On the flip side, anyone who already has multichrome eyeshadows from other brands and prefers intensity will likely find these to miss the mark.
Most shades had semi-opaque to opaque pigmentation with fairly blendable formulas that weren't too powdery or too firmly-pressed into their pans, though they were sometimes a little too emollient or too thin. They wore around eight hours on average.
Browse all of our Lethal Cosmetics Pressed Multichrome Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
Silica, CI 77019 (Mica), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Octyldodecanol, Magnesium Stearate, Kaolin, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Copernicia Cerifera Cera (Carnauba Wax), Ethylhexylglycerin. [+/- (May Contain): Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide), CI 77499, CI 77492, CI 77491 (Iron Oxides), CI 77861 (Tin Oxide), CI 77007 (Ultramarines), CI 77510 (Ferric Ferrocyanide), CI 77288 (Chromium Oxide Greens), CI 77742 (Manganese Violet), CI 77000 (Aluminium)]
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.
Event Horizon…they really went THERE with the color, if you know what I mean. Gives me the creeps!
As pretty as these all look, I have shades to cover them to a greater or lesser extent. I will say that Dark Matter could make for an interesting one ‘n done smokey eye look. That’s how I would likely use it, anyway.
Event Horizon is stunning and I love the way it turns from a cranberry to a gold shade.
Event Horizon is beautiful, but a little intimidating! I think I might wind up looking at it and feeling a little afraid to try actually applying it.
WOW – Event Horizon is really something special!
Oh my! Dark Matter is the perfect color of rust!
Event Horizon is so my thing.. Terra Moons sundazed comes to mind, but this one looks cooler more cranberry than rust.
Unnghhh….. *picks self up from a puddle on the floor*
Event Horizon tho. Blackened teals and majestic creatures like Event Horizon always get me. Whenever I place a Lethal Cosmetics order (who knows when, if ever. it’s not their fault, but I’m not a “spend $15+ on shipping costs” kind of gal. that needs to be included on your back end for me to participate. as silly as it is, it’s a weird mental block I have) it will 100% be a part of that cart.
I wanted to love Dark Matter; but it felt like a cosmetic version of taking a badass concept and watering it down to a pg rating to make it easier for the masses to digest. Or maybe those pigments in that formula don’t play well. Either way, a bit of a bummer.
I really like all three of these but doubt I would use them much. I actually like Dark Matter which surprises me a little. I like Nancy’s idea of a one and done given the shift it would work for that purpose. Too bad it didn’t review as nicely as the other two.