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Makeup Geek Moon Phase Highlighter Review, Photos, Swatches

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Makeup Geek Moon Phase Highlighter
Makeup Geek Moon Phase Highlighter
Makeup Geek Moon Phase Highlighter
Makeup Geek Moon Phase Highlighter
Makeup Geek Moon Phase Highlighter
Makeup Geek Moon Phase Highlighter
Makeup Geek Moon Phase Highlighter
Makeup Geek Moon Phase Highlighter
Makeup Geek Moon Phase Highlighter
Makeup Geek Moon Phase Highlighter
Makeup Geek Moon Phase Highlighter
Makeup Geek Moon Phase Highlighter
Makeup Geek Moon Phase Highlighter
Makeup Geek Moon Phase Highlighter
Makeup Geek Moon Phase Highlighter
Makeup Geek Moon Phase Highlighter
Makeup Geek Moon Phase Highlighter
Makeup Geek Moon Phase Highlighter
Makeup Geek Moon Phase Highlighter
Makeup Geek Moon Phase Highlighter
Makeup Geek Moon Phase Highlighter

Moon Phase

Makeup Geek Moon Phase Highlighter ($20.00 for 0.25 oz.) is a very light, iridescent white that had shimmer that shifted from a bluish aqua to an icy lavender. The shift was strong enough to be noticeable on the skin, but it was more apparent when I wasn’t looking straight-on (it looked whiter and lighter at that angle).

According to Makeup Geek, the formula is supposed to be “super-smooth” and “incredibly pigmented.” The powder had a soft, smooth, and blendable texture that was soft without being too dusty or loose in the pan, but it wasn’t difficult to pickup product with a highlighting brush either. It had rich, opaque color coverage, but the texture was forgiving enough that I could easily sheer it out (or just use less) to get a less intense highlight. I did find that even a light application was still a moderate sheen, so the finish makes this product more suitable for someone who likes a noticeable highlight. I could see this one working well over lavender and plum blushes to give them an even cooler tint. On my skin, it wore well for eight hours before fading.

FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

Formula Overview

$20.00/0.25 oz. - $80.00 Per Ounce

According to Makeup Geek, the formula is supposed to be “super-smooth” and “incredibly pigmented.” The majority of the range is beautifully done with smooth, slightly denser textures that are blendable and easy to work with. They have good pigmentation, though some shades are more buildable than "incredibly pigmented." Most shades lasted between eight and nine hours on me.

Browse all of our Makeup Geek Highlighter swatches.

Ingredients

Triethylhexanoin, Magnesium Myristate, Silica, Boron Nitride, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin. May Contain: Mica (CI 77019), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Tin Oxide (CI 77861), Iron Oxides (CI 77499, CI 77491, CI 77492), Carmine (CI 75470)

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.

Moon Phase

PPermanent. $20.00.
A-
A-
9
Product
10
Pigmentation
9
Texture
8.5
Longevity
5
Application
92%
Total
Makeup Look
On face:
  • Guerlain Lingerie de Peau Foundation
  • Laura Mercier Loose Setting Powder
On eyes:
  • Natasha Denona Polaris (116K) Eyeshadow
  • Natasha Denona Cosmo (109K) Eyeshadow
  • Natasha Denona Phoenix (113CM) Eyeshadow
  • Natasha Denona Spectrum (101K) Eyeshadow
  • Natasha Denona Gemma (106CM) Eyeshadow
  • Natasha Denona Electra (115CM) Eyeshadow
  • Natasha Denona Vega (111CM) Eyeshadow
  • Natasha Denona Orion (105DC) Eyeshadow
  • Natasha Denona Galaxi (112K) Eyeshadow
On lips:
  • Too Faced Honeybear La Crème
  • Makeup Geek Celestial Highlighter

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Ginny Avatar

These are shaping up to be beautiful. But, I’m not keen on the price, either. Inching these too close to mid-high end eliminated one of the things that made this brand stand out. Now they are directly competing with UD, Lorac, and Anastasia. I would have rather seen the packaging look a little cheaper (if necessary) and the price be $12-$14.

Chloe Avatar

I like the new layout, very user friendly!

One little thing I noticed in the dupes: You have Sugarpill’s Ice Angel listed as LE, but they’ve since made their Edward Scissorhands palette shades available permanently as individuals!

Rachel R. Avatar

This is the one I was most interested in. God, it’s gorgeous. I’m so happy it got a good grade. Good for MUG for going for an BAM! highlighter.

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