Temptalia https://www.temptalia.com/most-disappointing-products-of-2020/ In-depth makeup reviews with swatches and dupes, plus what you need to know about new product launches and tips on how to use your makeup! Mon, 20 Apr 2026 22:27:24 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 Most Disappointing Products of 2020 https://www.temptalia.com/most-disappointing-products-of-2020/ product https://www.temptalia.com/most-disappointing-products-of-2020/#comments Wed, 30 Dec 2020 22:00:00 +0000 Christine https://www.temptalia.com/?p=459130 For me, disappointment isn't always just because a product is a failure; it can be something that has high expectations and ends up so-so, too, which is why you'll find a mix of ratings (though they definitely skew lower!).  In a way, I've become more accustomed to Urban Decay palettes being more of a let-down, but it is still a little heartbreaking to find so many of their releases on this list!  Giorgio Armani's Daybreak might be the worst-looking lip product of all time. I'll also call out that while I selected just one shade, these formulas were flops: Charlotte Continue Reading… ]]> For me, disappointment isn’t always just because a product is a failure; it can be something that has high expectations and ends up so-so, too, which is why you’ll find a mix of ratings (though they definitely skew lower!).  In a way, I’ve become more accustomed to Urban Decay palettes being more of a let-down, but it is still a little heartbreaking to find so many of their releases on this list!  Giorgio Armani’s Daybreak might be the worst-looking lip product of all time.

I’ll also call out that while I selected just one shade, these formulas were flops: Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Bronzer, ColourPop Creme Shadows, and Wayne Goss Eye Kohls.

Most Disappointing Products | 2020

05.

05. Pearl Moonstone Wayne Goss

Wayne Goss

PPermanent. $55.00/0.57 oz.

D+
Wayne Goss Pearl Moonstone The Luxury Eye Palette

Wayne Goss Pearl Moonstone The Luxury Eye Palette ($55.00 for 0.57 oz.) is a new, permanent palette that launches November 18th at 10AM PT. It...

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Wayne Goss Pearl Moonstone The Luxury Eye Palette ($55.00 for 0.57 oz.) is a new, permanent palette that launches November 18th at 10AM PT. It...

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13. Blue Sapphire Wayne Goss

Wayne Goss

PPermanent. $14.00/0.04 oz.

F
Wayne Goss Blue Sapphire Eye Kohl Pencil

Wayne Goss Blue Sapphire Eye Kohl Pencil ($14.00 for 0.04 oz.) is a darker, navy blue with strong, cool undertones and a flat, matte finish. It had...

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Wayne Goss Blue Sapphire Eye Kohl Pencil ($14.00 for 0.04 oz.) is a darker, navy blue with strong, cool undertones and a flat, matte finish. It had...

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14.

14. Bronco ColourPop

ColourPop

LELimited Edition. $8.00/0.13 oz.

F
ColourPop Bronco Crème Shadow

ColourPop Bronco Crème Shadow ($8.00 for 0.13 oz.) is a light-medium, peachy yellow with strong, warm undertones and a flat, matte finish. It had...

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ColourPop Bronco Crème Shadow ($8.00 for 0.13 oz.) is a light-medium, peachy yellow with strong, warm undertones and a flat, matte finish. It had...

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Side-by-Side Swatches
Glossover Breakdown
A
0
B
0
C
3
D
4
F
8
58%
Average
Glossover Averages
product
4.5
pigmentation
8
texture
5
longevity
6.5
application
2.5
Total
58%
product
4.5
pigmentation
8
texture
5
longevity
6.5
application
2.5
Total
58%

Your Year in Review: Worst Products Edition

I thought it would be interesting to read through how readers used products throughout the year, what favorites emerged, what products fell by the wayside… so, if you want to join in, copy and paste the questions below and add your answers via a comment!

  • Did you have any product misses in the past year?
  • Did you declutter any products this year due to quality?
  • What was your biggest product disappointment this past year?
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