Natasha Denona Bronze Mini Eyeshadow Palette Review & Swatches
Bronze
Natasha Denona Bronze Mini Eyeshadow Palette ($25.00 for 0.14 oz.) includes four matte shades and one shimmer; the shades are certainly dupable as a very warm-toned color story, but for those who like the brand’s formula, its mattes in particular, it was a cohesive palette that performed well (pigmented, blendable, and long-wearing!).
Apologies for the very late review… it is funny (but annoying) that I purchased it, photographed it, and swatched it as soon as it was released, but I must have forgotten to add it/upload it after (I’m guessing I did a bunch of other palettes/products with it), and it wasn’t until a reader asked if I was going to review it that I was like, “Well, why haven’t I??” And here we are.
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Feathered (P, $4.50) is more shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Be Bold (PiP, $5.25) is lighter (95% similar).
- Smashbox 10000 Likes (PiP, ) is less shimmery, warmer (95% similar).
- Tarte Caramel Apple (LE, $22.00) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Plumage (LE, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar).
- Too Faced Ginger Spice (LE, $16.00) is warmer (95% similar).
- Touch in Sol Golden Tangerine (3) (P, $18.00) is lighter, cooler (95% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty Paradiso (Eye Color) (LE, ) is darker (95% similar).
- Viseart Seine (PiP, ) is darker (95% similar).
- NARS Mendoza (P, $22.00) is darker (95% similar).
Ingredients
Bronze
$27.00.
Russet (435CM)
Russet (435CM) is a rich, medium-dark red-toned brown with subtle, warm undertones and a matte finish.
- Opaque color coverage
- Smooth, blendable, finely-milled without being too powdery
- Applied evenly and was easy to use
- Long-wearing (9 hours)
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Swept Up (LE, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Rock Sugar (PiP, $4.50) is cooler (95% similar).
- Huda Beauty Nude Medium #6 (PiP, ) is cooler (95% similar).
- Huda Beauty Caramel Brown #9 (PiP, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- Dior Matte Brick (PiP, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Feathered (P, $4.50) is more shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Plumage (LE, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Popular Demand (DC, $4.50) is lighter, cooler (95% similar).
- Wet 'n' Wild Comfort Zone #1 (PiP, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- Morphe Brave (PiP, ) is lighter (95% similar).
Formula Overview
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The majority of the brand's eyeshadows are quite pigmented, blendable, and long-wearing. The eyeshadows have improved over time, particularly with respect to longevity (without a primer). The original formula often creased on me within seven to eight hours, whereas the more current formula wears eight to nine hours with fading (instead of full-on creasing). The more matte finishes tend to be a bit more velvety, substantial, and less dry/powdery compared to prior iterations.
The metallic finish is often the creamiest, slightly denser in feel, but has excellent pigmentation, adhesion, and blendability. The sparkling shades can have some fallout, depending on how they're applied and how sparkly they are, so they sometimes work better with fingertips or a dampened brush; they can also run sheerer compared to other finishes.
Cream-Powders are the more unique formulation and tend to have firmer, almost stiff, consistencies and more semi-opaque, watercolor-esque coverage. They are longer-wearing, but they can take a few uses to learn how to use. This formula has also improved compared to when it first debuted--it is a bit more yielding now.
Browse all of our Natasha Denona Creamy Matte Eye Shadow swatches.
Russet (435CM)
PiPPermanent in Palette.
Flesh (104CM)
Flesh (104CM) is a darker peach with warm, more orange-leaning undertones paired with a matte finish.
- Opaque color coverage
- Smooth, blendable, finely-milled without being too powdery
- Applied evenly and was easy to use
- Long-wearing (9 hours)
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- LORAC Melon (LE, $19.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Tarte Latte (PiP, ) is darker, cooler (95% similar).
- LORAC Nude #3 (LE, $19.00) is lighter, brighter (95% similar).
- LORAC Camel (LE, $19.00) is lighter, brighter (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Rope (256CM) (LE, ) is darker, brighter (90% similar).
- Make Up For Ever M650 Cookie (DC, $21.00) is warmer (90% similar).
- Anastasia New Yawker (LE, $12.00) is darker (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Quoin (211CM) (PiP, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Wind (LE, $4.50) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Guava (PiP, ) is lighter (90% similar).
Formula Overview
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The majority of the brand's eyeshadows are quite pigmented, blendable, and long-wearing. The eyeshadows have improved over time, particularly with respect to longevity (without a primer). The original formula often creased on me within seven to eight hours, whereas the more current formula wears eight to nine hours with fading (instead of full-on creasing). The more matte finishes tend to be a bit more velvety, substantial, and less dry/powdery compared to prior iterations.
The metallic finish is often the creamiest, slightly denser in feel, but has excellent pigmentation, adhesion, and blendability. The sparkling shades can have some fallout, depending on how they're applied and how sparkly they are, so they sometimes work better with fingertips or a dampened brush; they can also run sheerer compared to other finishes.
Cream-Powders are the more unique formulation and tend to have firmer, almost stiff, consistencies and more semi-opaque, watercolor-esque coverage. They are longer-wearing, but they can take a few uses to learn how to use. This formula has also improved compared to when it first debuted--it is a bit more yielding now.
Browse all of our Natasha Denona Creamy Matte Eye Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
MICA, ZEA MAYS (CORN) STARCH, SILICA, DIMETHICONE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, OCTYLDODECANOL, STEARYL STEARATE, CERA ALBA [BEESWAX], METHICONE, MICROCRISTALLINA CERA [MICROCRISTALLINA WAX], BEHENIC ACID. May Contain +/- : CI 77891 [TITANIUM DIOXIDE], CI 77491 [IRON OXIDES], CI 77499 [IRON OXIDES], CI 77492 [IRON OXIDES], CI 77288 [CHROMIUM OXIDE GREENS].
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.
Flesh (104CM)
PiPPermanent in Palette.
Gobi (436CM)
Gobi (436CM) is a richer, orange-brown with strong, warm undertones and a matte finish.
- Opaque color coverage
- Smooth, blendable, finely-milled without being too powdery
- Applied evenly and was easy to use
- Long-wearing (9 hours)
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Anastasia Isabel (LE, $12.00) is cooler (90% similar).
- Anastasia Burnt Orange (PiP, $12.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Makeup Atelier Red Ochre #4 (P, ) is darker (90% similar).
- KVD Beauty Rust (Contour) (PiP, ) is lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- MAC Brown Script (P, $17.00) is darker, cooler (85% similar).
- Too Faced Bunny Fu-Fu (LE, $16.00) is lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- Bad Habit Aria (PiP, ).
Formula Overview
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The majority of the brand's eyeshadows are quite pigmented, blendable, and long-wearing. The eyeshadows have improved over time, particularly with respect to longevity (without a primer). The original formula often creased on me within seven to eight hours, whereas the more current formula wears eight to nine hours with fading (instead of full-on creasing). The more matte finishes tend to be a bit more velvety, substantial, and less dry/powdery compared to prior iterations.
The metallic finish is often the creamiest, slightly denser in feel, but has excellent pigmentation, adhesion, and blendability. The sparkling shades can have some fallout, depending on how they're applied and how sparkly they are, so they sometimes work better with fingertips or a dampened brush; they can also run sheerer compared to other finishes.
Cream-Powders are the more unique formulation and tend to have firmer, almost stiff, consistencies and more semi-opaque, watercolor-esque coverage. They are longer-wearing, but they can take a few uses to learn how to use. This formula has also improved compared to when it first debuted--it is a bit more yielding now.
Browse all of our Natasha Denona Creamy Matte Eye Shadow swatches.
Gobi (436CM)
PiPPermanent in Palette.
Bronze Foil (437M)
Bronze Foil (437M) is a rich, medium copper with strong, warm orange undertones and a sparkling, metallic finish.
- Opaque color coverage
- Smooth, lightly creamy, slightly more loosely-pressed
- Applied evenly and was easy to use
- Long-wearing (9 hours)
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Too Faced Old Money (LE, $16.00) is warmer (95% similar).
- Urban Decay Breadwinner (LE, $19.00) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- Linda Hallberg Cosmetics Gamma (LE, ) is darker (95% similar).
- Urban Decay Powder Trip (LE, $20.00) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Rookie (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- Pat McGrath Bronze Nebula (LE, $25.00) is less shimmery, warmer (95% similar).
- Viseart Seduction (LE, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Tea Time (PiP, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Boardwalk (P, $8.00) is lighter, cooler (95% similar).
- ColourPop Fierce (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, warmer (95% similar).
Formula Overview
$29.00/0.08 oz. - $362.50 Per Ounce
The majority of the brand's eyeshadows are quite pigmented, blendable, and long-wearing. The eyeshadows have improved over time, particularly with respect to longevity (without a primer). The original formula often creased on me within seven to eight hours, whereas the more current formula wears eight to nine hours with fading (instead of full-on creasing). The more matte finishes tend to be a bit more velvety, substantial, and less dry/powdery compared to prior iterations.
The metallic finish is often the creamiest, slightly denser in feel, but has excellent pigmentation, adhesion, and blendability. The sparkling shades can have some fallout, depending on how they're applied and how sparkly they are, so they sometimes work better with fingertips or a dampened brush; they can also run sheerer compared to other finishes.
Cream-Powders are the more unique formulation and tend to have firmer, almost stiff, consistencies and more semi-opaque, watercolor-esque coverage. They are longer-wearing, but they can take a few uses to learn how to use. This formula has also improved compared to when it first debuted--it is a bit more yielding now.
Browse all of our Natasha Denona Metallic Eye Shadow swatches.
Bronze Foil (437M)
PiPPermanent in Palette. $29.00.
Tuff (438CM)
Tuff (438CM) is a slightly muted, burnt copper with warm, red undertones and a semi-matte finish.
- Opaque color coverage
- Smooth, blendable, finely-milled without being too powdery
- Applied evenly and was easy to use
- Long-wearing (9 hours)
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Too Faced Ginger Spice (LE, $16.00) is warmer (95% similar).
- Huda Beauty Nude Medium #3 (PiP, ) is warmer (95% similar).
- Natasha Denona Burnt Terracotta (142CM) (LE, ) is warmer (95% similar).
- Make Up For Ever M738 Auburn (P, $17.00) is warmer (95% similar).
- ColourPop Criss Cross (P, $4.50) is darker, warmer (95% similar).
- Natasha Denona Ripe (253CM) (LE, ) is warmer (95% similar).
- ColourPop Dream Catcher (PiP, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Harvest (P, $5.25) is warmer (95% similar).
- Smashbox Sienna (P, $22.00) is warmer (95% similar).
- Urban Decay Ready or Not (LE, $19.00) is more shimmery, darker (95% similar).
Formula Overview
-
The majority of the brand's eyeshadows are quite pigmented, blendable, and long-wearing. The eyeshadows have improved over time, particularly with respect to longevity (without a primer). The original formula often creased on me within seven to eight hours, whereas the more current formula wears eight to nine hours with fading (instead of full-on creasing). The more matte finishes tend to be a bit more velvety, substantial, and less dry/powdery compared to prior iterations.
The metallic finish is often the creamiest, slightly denser in feel, but has excellent pigmentation, adhesion, and blendability. The sparkling shades can have some fallout, depending on how they're applied and how sparkly they are, so they sometimes work better with fingertips or a dampened brush; they can also run sheerer compared to other finishes.
Cream-Powders are the more unique formulation and tend to have firmer, almost stiff, consistencies and more semi-opaque, watercolor-esque coverage. They are longer-wearing, but they can take a few uses to learn how to use. This formula has also improved compared to when it first debuted--it is a bit more yielding now.
Browse all of our Natasha Denona Creamy Matte Eye Shadow swatches.
Iām a huge sucker for everything with red undertones.. I want this, but have so many ND palettes which cover similar territory.
I’m not feeling like this is one I necessarily need. Would much rather eventually invest in her full-size Biba palette. Eventually. š
Nice, but as you’ve said Christine, entirely dupable and with only one shimmer shade (Boo, hiss!) it’s not really for me.