Makeup Geek Psychedelic Highlighter Review, Photos, Swatches

Christine — Sat, 19 Nov 2016 15:00:00 +0000

Psychedelic

Makeup Geek Psychedelic Highlighter ($20.00 for 0.25 oz.) is a very light, nearly-white base with a gold to pink duochrome finish. I did detect the duochrome with this shade, both swatched and applied to the skin. It had a tendency to look starker and lighter against my skin tone (despite it being designed for medium skin tones) straight on–almost ashy–but then very pretty and reflective at an angle, as it looked pinker. I found it more wearable when paired with a blush than on its own since it seemed to lighten the area on its own. I expect this to be more wearable on lighter skin tones, though.

According to Makeup Geek, the formula is supposed to be “super-smooth” and “incredibly pigmented.” The powder had a thicker feel to it, though it also seemed a little looser in the pan compared to the other shades. It had nearly opaque pigmentation that blended out well, and though it looked a little dusty swatched, it did not appear dry or dusty on the skin. I would say the finish of this shade was less reflective/shiny compared to most of the shades in the range, so it would be one to look for if you wanted something more moderate in sheen. It wore well for just over eight hours on me before fading noticeably.

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

Top Dupes

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MAC Hi-Sequincy (LE, $42.00) is more shimmery (95% similar).
Dior Glowing Pink (001) (LE, $58.00) is lighter (90% similar).
Burberry No. 01 White (LE, $68.00) is less shimmery (90% similar).
MAC Trophy (LE, $34.00) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
Marc Jacobs Beauty Worth the Wait (LE, $49.00) is more muted (90% similar).
Chanel Delice (78) (LE, $45.00) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
Chanel Lumiere Sculptee de Chanel Highlighting Powder (LE, $72.00) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
Chanel Perles et Fantaisies (Left) (LE, $80.00) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
Becca Pearl (P, $38.00) is less shimmery (90% similar).
Anastasia Pink Heart (LE, ) is cooler (90% similar).

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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.

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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)

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