Lethal Cosmetics Velvet Dusk Palette Review & Swatches
Velvet Dusk
Lethal Cosmetics Velvet Dusk Pressed Powder Palette ($47.00 for 0.68 oz.) just released late in November and included a mix of matte and shimmer eyeshadow. Two shades–Covet and Revolve–are supposed to be “trichromes,” or otherwise known as Multichromes and have three distinctive shifts. Covet had a subtle shift, but I just couldn’t find the shifts in Revolve.
I’ve now tested the majority of Lethal’s eyeshadow range, so I had higher hopes for the palette, but the mattes were quite powdery and some of the more unique shades were hard to build up or get to apply evenly. The formula, in general, in the palette seemed drier and more prone to emphasizing my lid/skin texture.
Ingredients
Velvet Dusk
PPermanent. $47.00.
Limbo
Limbo is a light, golden peach with strong, warm undertones and a sparkling, metallic finish. It was intensely pigmented with a moderately dense, lightly emollient texture that had a touch of fallout from all of the sparkle during initial application but didn’t get worse as I diffused the edges. This shade lasted nicely for eight hours before fading a bit.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- NYX Highkey Lychee (P, $10.50) is lighter (90% similar).
- Anastasia B1 (Norvina Vol. 4) (LE, $12.00) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- Tarte Inspiration (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Dior New Look #2 (PiP, ) is lighter (90% similar).
- Kaja Champagne Cream (PiP, ) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- LORAC Peony (LE, $19.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Viseart Beloved (PiP, ) is less shimmery (90% similar).
- ColourPop Mystical (P, $9.00) is more shimmery (90% similar).
- Moira Main Character (P, $8.50) is less shimmery (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Angel Fire (PiP, $19.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.50/0.06 oz. - $108.33 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.
Limbo
PPermanent. $6.50.
Covet
Covet is a medium, reddish-copper with pink and gold sparkle throughout a more frosted finish. It’s supposed to be a “trichrome,” but it had a very weak shift overall–I could sort of see it getting pinker and more gold at the ends of the spectrum, but that was in person with some contortion… not on the actual eye.
The texture was denser but a little drier, so there was also some fallout as I blended it out as the product did not adhere evenly to my lid. I’d recommend using it with a dampened brush for smoother application and more intense shine (which brought out the shift a little bit more). It stayed on decently for eight hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Rare Beauty Passionate (PiP, ) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- NARS Ignition (LE, $22.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- ColourPop Fly the Coop (LE, $9.00) is darker (90% similar).
- Pat McGrath Coral Kiss (LE, $25.00) is warmer (90% similar).
- Phytosurgence Astral Atmosphere (P, $17.07) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Urban Decay TBH (LE, $19.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- MAC Claretluxe #2 (LE, ) is darker (90% similar).
- MAC DM Me (PiP, ) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Dream Eyes (Prime) (LE, ) is less shimmery (90% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty Lava Lustre #3 (LE, ) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.50/0.06 oz. - $108.33 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.
Covet
PPermanent. $6.50.
Runaway
Runaway is a light-medium green with strong, warm yellow undertones and a matte finish. It had semi-opaque color coverage that was buildable to full coverage with a second layer. The texture was soft, smooth, and blendable with light powderiness in the pan, but it wasn’t prone to sheering out. It lasted nicely for eight hours before showing signs of fading.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- MAC Sour Lemon (DC, $17.00) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Lethal Cosmetics Recluse (P, $6.00) is brighter (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Back Woods (PiP, $5.25) is darker (95% similar).
- Sephora Omen (PiP, ) is darker (95% similar).
- Glaminatrix Down to Earth (PiP, $7.30) is darker (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Lethal (258CP) (LE, ) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Dose of Colors Edgy (PiP, ) is darker (90% similar).
- Give Me Glow Vodkatini (PiP, $7.00) is lighter (85% similar).
- MAC Savant (LE, $17.00) is more shimmery, lighter, brighter (85% similar).
- MAC Per-suede Me (P, $20.00) is lighter, cooler (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.50/0.06 oz. - $108.33 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.
Runaway
PPermanent. $6.50.
Deceit
Deceit is a deep, but muted, purple with strong, cool undertones and a matte finish. It had medium pigmentation that was somewhat buildable, but the texture was incredibly powdery, somewhat dry, and on the thinner side. There was so much fallout, which made it hard to use as it would drop onto my lid, under my eye, and then it very readily blended out and lost its intensity.
In order to get it to “stay” at more opaque results, I had to apply it using a pencil brush and then barely blend out the edge and just accept less-blended as the best I was going to get. It did not improve much over primer, unfortunately. There were signs of fading after seven and a half hours of wear.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Viseart Cool Mattes 2 #12 (PiP, ) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Give Me Glow Punk (PiP, $7.00) is warmer (90% similar).
- MAC Bon Nuit (LE, $17.00) is warmer (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Miraculous (LE, $5.25) is lighter (90% similar).
- Glaminatrix Burlesque (P, $7.30) is more shimmery, warmer (85% similar).
- Too Faced Spice of Life (Pumpkin Spice) (LE, $16.00) is warmer (85% similar).
- MAC Lover In Me (LE, $17.00) is darker, warmer (80% similar).
- ColourPop Echoes (PiP, $4.50) is warmer (80% similar).
- Viseart Falling (PiP, ) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (80% similar).
- Makeup Geek Taboo (DC, $6.00) is darker, warmer (80% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.50/0.06 oz. - $108.33 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.
Deceit
PPermanent. $6.50.
Hollow
Hollow is a light-medium brown with moderate, warm undertones and a matte finish. The eyeshadow had semi-opaque, buildable color coverage that applied evenly to bare skin and blended out well. The texture was soft, somewhat powdery, so there was light fallout, but it was easy enough to use with a lighter hand to minimize the fallout.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Clarins Brown Sugar #4 (PiP, ) is lighter, cooler (95% similar).
- Make Up For Ever M646 Latte (DC, $21.00) is warmer (95% similar).
- Kylie Cosmetics Sandy (LE, ) is warmer (95% similar).
- NYX Underneath It All (P, $4.50) is warmer (95% similar).
- ColourPop Conundrum (P, $4.50) is cooler (95% similar).
- LORAC Lt. Brown (PiP, $19.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Dose of Colors Churro (LE, ) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Anastasia Incense (LE, $12.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Sephora Flax (LE, ) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Atik (117CM) (PiP, ) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.50/0.06 oz. - $108.33 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.
Hollow
PPermanent. $6.50.
Inertia
Inertia is a medium, green-leaning teal with neutral-to-warm undertones and a matte finish. The consistency was moderately powdery, thinner, and a little drier, as it seemed to bring out the texture of my skin. It had medium pigmentation that built up a bit on bare skin, but so much of the coverage blended away and resulted in fallout. I tried it over an eyeshadow primer, which was marginally more even in application but was still difficult to build up. It lasted 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
- Anastasia C2 (Norvina Mini Vol. 3) (LE, $12.00) is cooler (95% similar).
- Lethal Cosmetics Creature Feature (LE, $6.50) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Sirena (LE, $4.50) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Juvia's Place Zulu #4 (LE, ) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Morphe Parade (LE, ) is cooler (90% similar).
- Give Me Glow Seaside (P, $7.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Phenomenon (PiP, $4.50) is darker (90% similar).
- ColourPop Ice Cold (PiP, $4.50) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Poolside (P, $5.25) is more shimmery, cooler (85% similar).
- Viseart Bright Editorial #4 (PiP, ) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.50/0.06 oz. - $108.33 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.
Inertia
PPermanent. $6.50.
Estem
Estem is a brighter, light orange with strong, warm golden undertones and a matte finish. It had semi-opaque color payoff that was buildable to full coverage with a second layer. The texture was smooth, blendable, and lightly powdery but nowhere near as powdery as other shades in the palette. It wore nicely for eight hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Melt Cosmetics 2012 (LE, ) is darker (95% similar).
- Morphe Creamsicle (LE, ) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Wild Soul (LE, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
- Terra Moons Betelgeuse (P, $6.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Sequoia (PiP, $4.50) is brighter (95% similar).
- Glaminatrix Camel (P, $7.30) is lighter (95% similar).
- Fenty Beauty Buttarum (PiP, ) is darker (95% similar).
- Dominique Cosmetics Blonde Roast (PiP, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Mango Tea (P, $5.25) is lighter (90% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Mensaje (LE, ) is lighter (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.50/0.06 oz. - $108.33 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.
Estem
PPermanent. $6.50.
Revolve
Revolve is a medium-dark purple with subtle, warmer undertones and a chunkier, sparkly finish. The texture was drier, more loosely-pressed, and very prone to fallout. It did not adhere evenly to bare skin with a dry brush; it was slightly better adhering with a fingertip when pressed into place, but it had to be applied with a dampened brush to really go on evenly.
I noticed that the sheen seemed to fade/mute shortly after the initial application, too. It had opaque pigmentation but a lot of fallout as soon as I started to work with it, even over an eyeshadow primer. Lastly, it’s supposed to be a “trichrome” and shift between “purple-red-blue,” but I didn’t get any shift out of this at all… no matter the angle! There were signs of fading after seven and a half hours of wear.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Sydney Grace You, Only Better (P, $6.25) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Clionadh Nic No 1 (LE, $6.00) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Magnetic (PiP, $20.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Too Faced That's My Jam (PiP, $16.00) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- Urban Decay Stormborn (LE, $19.00) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- Sydney Grace Violet (LE, $6.25) is less shimmery, lighter (85% similar).
- Urban Decay Baby I'm a Star (LE, $19.00) is less shimmery, lighter (85% similar).
- Dior Magnify #3 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- Anastasia Opaline (DC, $12.00) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- Dior Plum Tulle #3 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.50/0.06 oz. - $108.33 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.
Revolve
PPermanent. $6.50.
Lithium
Lithium is a light, golden bronze with muted, warm undertones and a smooth, lightly metallic sheen. The eyeshadow was richly pigmented with a smooth, lightly creamy consistency that was a little thinner but applied evenly and blended out without difficulty. It wore well for eight hours before fading noticeably.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Marc Jacobs Beauty They Know Who (PiP, ) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- MAC Crushed Clove (PiP, $17.00) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- Terra Moons Rubidium (P, $6.25) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Tarte Starfish (LE, ) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (95% similar).
- Dior Smoky Sequins #3 (LE, ) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- Burberry Nude (No. 002) (P, $29.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Dior Infinity (751) (LE, $31.00) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty Metallic Denim #2 (PiP, ) is darker (90% similar).
- Buxom Style Icon (P, $12.00) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- NARS Dione (P, $29.00) is lighter, cooler (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.50/0.06 oz. - $108.33 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.
Lithium
PPermanent. $6.50.
Cryptic
Cryptic is a brighter, light lime-green with moderate, warm undertones and warmer golden sparkle. It had nearly opaque pigmentation with a moderately dense, lightly creamy texture. It applied better to bare skin than it seemed it would when swatched (looked like fallout was going to be an issue), but it went on evenly and smoothly. It stayed on nicely for eight hours before fading a bit.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Coloured Raine Bay Breeze (DC, $6.99) is brighter (95% similar).
- Give Me Glow Kiwi (P, $7.00) is more shimmery (90% similar).
- Terra Moons Serpens (P, $8.50) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Huda Beauty Python #2 (LE, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Viseart Boheme Dream #6 (LE, ) is cooler (90% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Sarape (PiP, ) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Clionadh Dragonfly (LE, $6.00) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- Fenty Beauty Mula-la (PiP, ) is less shimmery (90% similar).
- Too Faced Clover (LE, $16.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Palm Palm (LE, $4.50) is lighter (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.50/0.06 oz. - $108.33 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.
Cryptic
PPermanent. $6.50.
Undone
Undone is a medium purple with subtle, warmer pink undertones and a matte finish. The texture was fairly powdery, which made it a challenge to work with as it had fallout when blended, not just when initially applied (where tapping off excess can minimize a lot of it!). It had medium coverage, which was hard to build up from that, even over primer. It lasted decently for seven hours before fading noticeably.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop The Tea (PiP, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
- Smashbox Mongal (LE, $22.00) is brighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Lisa Eldridge Violet Stone (P, $16.00) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- ColourPop Try Me (P, $4.50) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Serene Sable (LE, $4.50) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- NABLA Cosmetics Eresia (P, $8.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Glaminatrix Nectar (P, $7.30) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Juvia's Place Zulu #9 (LE, ) is brighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Viseart Lavender (LE, ) is darker, cooler (85% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Lost Souls (LE, ) is brighter, cooler (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.50/0.06 oz. - $108.33 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.
Undone
PPermanent. $6.50.
Corrosion
Corrosion is a darker burgundy with warmer, brown tones and a matte finish. It had semi-opaque color coverage that was fairly buildable, but the texture was more powdery and had moderate fallout during application and blending (even after tapping off some excess!). 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
- Coloured Raine Chocolate Rose (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Anastasia Credit (LE, $12.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Wet 'n' Wild Bed of Roses #4 (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Pat McGrath Prosperity (LE, $25.00) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Lords a Leaping (P, $5.25) is lighter (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Bruno (417CM) (PiP, ) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (85% similar).
- Pat McGrath Major Mahogany (LE, $25.00) is less shimmery, warmer (85% similar).
- Fenty Beauty Shots Fired (PiP, ) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- ColourPop Girl Band (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, warmer (85% similar).
- Lethal Cosmetics Frantic (P, $6.00) is lighter, cooler (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.50/0.06 oz. - $108.33 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 is pretty well in line with my overall brand experience re: Lethal Cosmetics; really nice face powders, but the eyeshadows just aren’t as nice as I’d like them to be for the price and the shipping costs. The color story is so fun and unique but I can dupe this with shadows from another line.
Well, what a shame. Because I really loved the unusual color combo in here and milder, yet still very shiny, duochrome shades. But those two matte purples are so awful that I’m just going to have to talk myself out of getting this.
Even from the swatches, this palette looked a little disappointing. It’s very tricky to get those kind of colourful mattes right – it would have been better if the brand varied their finishes a little more to include some satins, semi mattes and softer shimmers.
Such a shame these don’t apply better because the colors are gorgeous!!