MAC x PatrickStarrr Oh No She Beta Don't Face Kit Review & Swatches
Oh No She Beta Don't
MAC Oh No She Beta Don’t PatrickStarrr Face Kit ($42.50 for 0.36 oz.) is a new, limited edition set that contains an eyeshadow quad and a liquid lipstick. One shade in the eyeshadow quad was a total fail, while the other three eyeshadows and the liquid lipstick were decent to good, but at this price point, one would expect no fails.
Ingredients
Oh No She Beta Don't
LELimited Edition. $49.50.
Ultimate Diva
Ultimate Diva is a medium-dark, reddish-brown with warm undertones and a flat, matte finish. It had rich color coverage in a single layer that applied evenly and smoothly across my lips. It was smooth, lightweight, and thin without being watery, which made it easy to work with. It dried down and did not appear “cracked,” though it did emphasize the texture of my lips a bit. It wore well for five and a half hours and was non-drying.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Urban Decay 1993 (P, $18.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury Super Fabulous (P, $37.00) is cooler (90% similar).
- Anastasia Staunch (P, $18.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Sephora Blaze of Glory (76) (P, $14.00) is lighter, cooler (95% similar).
- Anastasia Hudson (LE, $20.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- MAC Strip Me Down (LE, $19.00) is glossier (95% similar).
- Huda Beauty Trendsetter (P, $20.00) is warmer (90% similar).
- NARS Slow Ride (P, $26.00) is darker, brighter (90% similar).
- Makeup Geek Waltz (LE, $12.00) is lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- NARS Tonka (P, $26.00) is lighter, cooler (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$21.00/0.17 oz. - $123.53 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to be "long-wearing" with "pigment-soaked, liquid colour" in the "mattest matte finish." The brand stated that it should wear for "8 hours" and be "non-feathering, non-bleeding." The majority of shades in the formula are opaque in a single layer, and for the most part, I felt like more was on the applicator than necessary for an even, opaque layer of product on my lips.
Sometimes, with richer and less forgiving shades (e.g. more contrast), I found it imperative to remove some from the applicator prior to applying so I didn't get too much product along the edges. Some shades applied smoothly and dried down that way, while other shades dried down and separated more noticeably along deeper lip lines, so it really was shade-dependent.
The formula was quick to dry down, was somewhat flexible, and lightweight to wear. The formula was mostly non-drying with a few, thicker shades feeling a little more drying over time. Many shades lasted six hours or longer with some definitely meeting the brand's "8 hour" wear claim.
They had a subtle vanilla scent but no discernible taste.
Browse all of our MAC Retro Matte Liquid Lipcolour swatches.
Ultimate Diva
LELimited Edition. $21.00.
Sugah Mama
MAC Sugah Mama Eyeshadow Quad was really ruined by one shade–Deception–and while the others were decent to good, they just couldn’t make up for the hole that Deception dug. Oh, and if you think, “that’s just a one-off,” it’s actually not; Deception was also terrible in its last release in the Aaliyah collection.
Look Using this Product
Sugah Mama
LELimited Edition. $33.00.
Sugah Stick
Sugah Stick is a very light brown with subtle, warm undertones and a matte finish. The pigmentation was opaque in a single layer, while the texture was smooth, soft, and blendable without being too firmly or too softly pressed in the pan. The eyeshadow lasted nicely for eight hours on me before fading noticeably.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Becca Ombre Nudes #2 (PiP, ) is cooler (95% similar).
- NARS St-Paul-de-Vence II (PiP, $19.00) is darker, warmer (95% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Mari (PiP, ) is warmer (95% similar).
- ColourPop Good Habit (PiP, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
- Marc Jacobs Beauty The Big O (P, $29.00) is cooler (90% similar).
- Kaleidos Cold Brew (Diffuse) (PiP, ) is darker (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Glam (326CM) (PiP, ) is warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Cruise (PiP, $4.50) is cooler (90% similar).
- Tarte Bold (PiP, ) is darker (90% similar).
- Kaja Nude Apricot (PiP, ) is warmer (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$17.00/0.05 oz. - $340.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to be a "highly pigmented powder" that goes on "evenly and blends well." MAC eyeshadows run the gamut from total failures to long-time, cult-favorite staples. In general, the permanent line has been more consistent in performance--and higher performance at that--compared to limited edition launches, but it can really depend.
The Matte finish tends to have a firmer press and a bit of thinness compared to other matte formulas on the market, so MAC matte eyeshadows tend to build up better and have better wear-time without fallout as they're not powdery at all. Some of the newer matte finish shades have had a more velvety quality to them that gives them a softer feel but aren't powdery; these have been easier to blend and are often more pigmented in one layer.
The Lustre finish is designed to have sheerer pigmentation, and it often has more sheer to medium coverage with a drier, dustier consistency that can be hard to apply with a dry brush. Lustre finish shades can suffer from fallout during application, too. They are the old school version of an eyeshadow "topper." I would recommend applying with a fingertip or applying with a dampened brush to get smoother, more even coverage and minimize fallout.
The Satin finish is few and far in-between, but it is softer and more yielding than the Matte finish but performs similarly. They tend to have very low sheen but are quite blendable with medium to opaque coverage. It can be easy to mix the finish up with the Velvet finish, which has more of a sparkle-over-matte effect but are more powdery than the true Matte finish.
The Frost finish is more firmly-pressed into the pan but doesn't have fallout, is often pigmented, and blends out well enough. They can sometimes be a little drier to the touch depending on how much shimmer is in the shade. The Veluxe Pearl finish is one of the creamier takes within the range, and newer shades released in the finish tend to have more moderate, silicone-like slip. I've found that Veluxe Pearl finish shades tend to have more semi-opaque pigmentation and are more consistent in performance than some of the other finishes.
One thing I've found with MAC eyeshadows is that they tend to last longer without primer than the average brand (eight hours). While some eyeshadow shades don't swatch well, they often apply better in practice--as in on the eyes!--than just swatched on the skin. They can be quite hit or miss, and they have inconsistencies between releases (see Carbon and its sordid review history!).
Browse all of our MAC Eyeshadow swatches.
Sugah Stick
LELimited Edition. $17.00.
Deception
Deception is a plummy taupe with subtle,w arm undertones and a sparkling finish. It lived up to its name–it was deceptively bad. It was sheer, dry, and dusty, which resulted in terrible coverage and poor adherence. The only way I was able to use this shade in a “look” was to use it with a dampened brush and pack it on. It was extremely messy to work with and had virtually no wear otherwise.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Sephora Moon (LE, ) is less shimmery, lighter, less pigmented (90% similar).
- Zoeva Outline (PiP, ) is lighter (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Horizon (DC, $20.00) is more shimmery (90% similar).
- Tarte Steel the Scene (LE, ) is less shimmery (90% similar).
- LORAC Pewter (PiP, $19.00) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- Tarte Ring-a-ling (LE, ) is lighter (90% similar).
- MAC Damson (LE, $21.00) (100% similar).
- Coloured Raine Iconic (LE, $6.99) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- Cle de Peau Champagne Supernova #3 (PiP, ) is lighter (85% similar).
- MAC Satin Taupe (P, $17.00) is lighter, cooler (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$17.00/0.05 oz. - $340.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to be a "highly pigmented powder" that goes on "evenly and blends well." MAC eyeshadows run the gamut from total failures to long-time, cult-favorite staples. In general, the permanent line has been more consistent in performance--and higher performance at that--compared to limited edition launches, but it can really depend.
The Matte finish tends to have a firmer press and a bit of thinness compared to other matte formulas on the market, so MAC matte eyeshadows tend to build up better and have better wear-time without fallout as they're not powdery at all. Some of the newer matte finish shades have had a more velvety quality to them that gives them a softer feel but aren't powdery; these have been easier to blend and are often more pigmented in one layer.
The Lustre finish is designed to have sheerer pigmentation, and it often has more sheer to medium coverage with a drier, dustier consistency that can be hard to apply with a dry brush. Lustre finish shades can suffer from fallout during application, too. They are the old school version of an eyeshadow "topper." I would recommend applying with a fingertip or applying with a dampened brush to get smoother, more even coverage and minimize fallout.
The Satin finish is few and far in-between, but it is softer and more yielding than the Matte finish but performs similarly. They tend to have very low sheen but are quite blendable with medium to opaque coverage. It can be easy to mix the finish up with the Velvet finish, which has more of a sparkle-over-matte effect but are more powdery than the true Matte finish.
The Frost finish is more firmly-pressed into the pan but doesn't have fallout, is often pigmented, and blends out well enough. They can sometimes be a little drier to the touch depending on how much shimmer is in the shade. The Veluxe Pearl finish is one of the creamier takes within the range, and newer shades released in the finish tend to have more moderate, silicone-like slip. I've found that Veluxe Pearl finish shades tend to have more semi-opaque pigmentation and are more consistent in performance than some of the other finishes.
One thing I've found with MAC eyeshadows is that they tend to last longer without primer than the average brand (eight hours). While some eyeshadow shades don't swatch well, they often apply better in practice--as in on the eyes!--than just swatched on the skin. They can be quite hit or miss, and they have inconsistencies between releases (see Carbon and its sordid review history!).
Browse all of our MAC Eyeshadow swatches.
Deception
LELimited Edition. $17.00.
Damn She Olive
Damn She Olive is a muted, medium-dark olive gree with warm undertones and a fine, satin shimmer over a matte finish. It had more of a semi-matte look in person without applying it over a tacky primer (to help the shimmer adhere). It had excellent pigmentation with a soft, slightly powdery texture that was more velvety than dry, which helped it diffuse and blend more easily on my lid. This shade stayed on well for eight hours before fading noticeably.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Spun (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- Zoeva MT150 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Almond Eyes (PiP, ) is less shimmery (90% similar).
- Chanel Noir Supreme #1 (PiP, ) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- ColourPop Charmed (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery (90% similar).
- ColourPop Hot Toddy (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Smashbox Hundo (PiP, ) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Savanna (LE, ) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Scrap (339CM) (LE, ) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- NABLA Cosmetics Radikal (P, $8.00) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$17.00/0.05 oz. - $340.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to be a "highly pigmented powder" that goes on "evenly and blends well." MAC eyeshadows run the gamut from total failures to long-time, cult-favorite staples. In general, the permanent line has been more consistent in performance--and higher performance at that--compared to limited edition launches, but it can really depend.
The Matte finish tends to have a firmer press and a bit of thinness compared to other matte formulas on the market, so MAC matte eyeshadows tend to build up better and have better wear-time without fallout as they're not powdery at all. Some of the newer matte finish shades have had a more velvety quality to them that gives them a softer feel but aren't powdery; these have been easier to blend and are often more pigmented in one layer.
The Lustre finish is designed to have sheerer pigmentation, and it often has more sheer to medium coverage with a drier, dustier consistency that can be hard to apply with a dry brush. Lustre finish shades can suffer from fallout during application, too. They are the old school version of an eyeshadow "topper." I would recommend applying with a fingertip or applying with a dampened brush to get smoother, more even coverage and minimize fallout.
The Satin finish is few and far in-between, but it is softer and more yielding than the Matte finish but performs similarly. They tend to have very low sheen but are quite blendable with medium to opaque coverage. It can be easy to mix the finish up with the Velvet finish, which has more of a sparkle-over-matte effect but are more powdery than the true Matte finish.
The Frost finish is more firmly-pressed into the pan but doesn't have fallout, is often pigmented, and blends out well enough. They can sometimes be a little drier to the touch depending on how much shimmer is in the shade. The Veluxe Pearl finish is one of the creamier takes within the range, and newer shades released in the finish tend to have more moderate, silicone-like slip. I've found that Veluxe Pearl finish shades tend to have more semi-opaque pigmentation and are more consistent in performance than some of the other finishes.
One thing I've found with MAC eyeshadows is that they tend to last longer without primer than the average brand (eight hours). While some eyeshadow shades don't swatch well, they often apply better in practice--as in on the eyes!--than just swatched on the skin. They can be quite hit or miss, and they have inconsistencies between releases (see Carbon and its sordid review history!).
Browse all of our MAC Eyeshadow swatches.
Damn She Olive
LELimited Edition. $17.00.
First Class
First Class is a sooty, charcoal brown with cool undertones and a matte finish. The consistency was soft, velvety, and a smidgen powdery in the pan, but it applied evenly to bare skin and blended out fairly readily (though room for improvement!). It had good color coverage tht lasted for just over eight hours on me.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Ur Hot (LE, $4.50) is darker, warmer (95% similar).
- Lethal Cosmetics Nocturnal (P, $6.00) is warmer (95% similar).
- Tarte Bear Necessities (LE, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- NABLA Cosmetics Tenebra (PiP, $8.00) is darker (95% similar).
- NARS Quai des Brumes (Right) (DC, $25.00) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (95% similar).
- ColourPop Sad Girl (PiP, $4.50) is warmer (95% similar).
- Pat McGrath Xtreme Dusk (PiP, $25.00) is warmer (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Spyder (LE, $5.25) is lighter, warmer (95% similar).
- Dior Matte Smoky Brown (PiP, ) is warmer (90% similar).
- Make Up For Ever M106 Slate (DC, $21.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$17.00/0.05 oz. - $340.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to be a "highly pigmented powder" that goes on "evenly and blends well." MAC eyeshadows run the gamut from total failures to long-time, cult-favorite staples. In general, the permanent line has been more consistent in performance--and higher performance at that--compared to limited edition launches, but it can really depend.
The Matte finish tends to have a firmer press and a bit of thinness compared to other matte formulas on the market, so MAC matte eyeshadows tend to build up better and have better wear-time without fallout as they're not powdery at all. Some of the newer matte finish shades have had a more velvety quality to them that gives them a softer feel but aren't powdery; these have been easier to blend and are often more pigmented in one layer.
The Lustre finish is designed to have sheerer pigmentation, and it often has more sheer to medium coverage with a drier, dustier consistency that can be hard to apply with a dry brush. Lustre finish shades can suffer from fallout during application, too. They are the old school version of an eyeshadow "topper." I would recommend applying with a fingertip or applying with a dampened brush to get smoother, more even coverage and minimize fallout.
The Satin finish is few and far in-between, but it is softer and more yielding than the Matte finish but performs similarly. They tend to have very low sheen but are quite blendable with medium to opaque coverage. It can be easy to mix the finish up with the Velvet finish, which has more of a sparkle-over-matte effect but are more powdery than the true Matte finish.
The Frost finish is more firmly-pressed into the pan but doesn't have fallout, is often pigmented, and blends out well enough. They can sometimes be a little drier to the touch depending on how much shimmer is in the shade. The Veluxe Pearl finish is one of the creamier takes within the range, and newer shades released in the finish tend to have more moderate, silicone-like slip. I've found that Veluxe Pearl finish shades tend to have more semi-opaque pigmentation and are more consistent in performance than some of the other finishes.
One thing I've found with MAC eyeshadows is that they tend to last longer without primer than the average brand (eight hours). While some eyeshadow shades don't swatch well, they often apply better in practice--as in on the eyes!--than just swatched on the skin. They can be quite hit or miss, and they have inconsistencies between releases (see Carbon and its sordid review history!).
Browse all of our MAC Eyeshadow swatches.
Yet again the face chart doesn’t match. Why show a shiny berry lip when that’s not in the kit? I don’t understand MAC sometimes.
You are quite right to give this quad a D – Deception is terrible and the sad thing is that MAC has produced numerous similar shades of excellent to very good quality, as shown in your dupe list. The ever popular Satin Taupe should have been in there.
It would have been a lovely little quad otherwise.
I agree, Satin Taupe would have made a lot more sense than Deception.
Is it just me or does the artwork offer a striking resemblance to Gigi Hadid?
Christine, how did you ever manage to find dupes for Deception??? When I was looking at the Dupes, I saw eyeshadows with colour and pigmentation on the right side of the screen and nothing but what looked like a little smudge of maybe dried out mud on the left side – basically nothing, no real colour or anything. Embarrassing that someone would allow their name to be attached to something that poor quality. I’m glad I have Smashbox Hundo as the green shade (along with Deception as it looked in the pan) is the one that interested me most.
Well, Deception has been good at least once in years’ past!
I don’t understand why they couldn’t recreate the exact formula again when they repromote. It makes no sense at all. Okay, maybe, just maybe, a certain ingredient is no longer considered safe or is on some “endangered” list but even so, I’d think that could be replicated to produce a better product than this version of Deception. What a shame.
I wish someone would tell me, LOL! Like I just can’t imagine swatching that EVER, even if I wanted a SHEER shade and going “YES, mass produce this!”
Because I *probably* have dupes for all of the above, except possibly a green like that, I will skip this. Deception is a weird one, that’s for certain! I have managed to get it to work using it over the somewhat sticky feeling Nyx Proof It primer and applying that shade with my fingertips. But, I wouldn’t even want to imagine how bad this must be with brush application!
Meh, disappointed about this but I can find dupes for all the eyeshadows.
I really don’t understand why Deception did so poorly compared to the other shades.
Does anyone else think it should be spelled betta instead of beta?
Good for you for giving this a fail! What a shame, as the colours and lipstick are gorgeous and perfect for fall and winter. MAC knows how to make great shadows, so I don’t understand why so many of their palettes and collabs are not up to par. I thought they would have taken action after the terrible reviews of the Jeremy Scott palette, which is STILL in the GOODBYE section. Also, I’ve noticed all LE items end up there, even if they sell out, ie. Robert Lee Morris blush in Linda.