Natasha Denona Cranberry (2019) Eyeshadow Palette Review & Swatches
Cranberry (2019)
Natasha Denona Cranberry (2019) Eyeshadow Palette 5 ($48.00 for 0.4 oz.) has arrived in its permanent, white-hued packaging (compared to its special packaging from last holiday), and the formulas were tweaked. Sakura and Blossom have been changed from the Cream-Powder formula to a pure powder form, though the back of the packaging still listed them as “CP,” the ingredient list was quite close to Creamy Matte shades released in the last few months. That being said, I noticed ingredient changes in Daisy, Botanic (which changed from 192M to 192DC), and Nude. I have never seen a brand tweak and alter their eyeshadow formula as often as Natasha Denona.
The color, finish, and overall performance was pretty on the nose for Daisy, Botanic, and Nude, while Sakura and Blossom were substantially different in feel and application but also in color. Sakura is deeper, pinker, and fully matte, while Blossom is deeper plum with a matte finish instead of a deeper, pink-red with a subtle sheen. I actually liked the original Cream-Powder formula, but I can see why some did not, and I do think that the composition is more versatile now that both shades are distinct shades.
Ingredients
Look Using this Product
Cranberry (2019)
PPermanent. $48.00.
Daisy (190CK)
Daisy (190CK) is a brighter, light-medium pink with subtle, warm undertones and a sparkling, metallic finish. It had excellent color coverage in a single layer, which applied evenly to bare skin and blended out easily without fallout. The texture was soft, smooth to the touch, but it felt a touch drier than the original release. It wore nicely for eight and a half hours on me before I noticed fading.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Lethal Cosmetics Heather (P, $7.50) is more shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- Moira Bang (P, $7.50) is warmer (95% similar).
- ColourPop Winged (LE, $4.50) is lighter (90% similar).
- ColourPop LOL No (PiP, $4.50) is less shimmery, more muted (90% similar).
- Giorgio Armani Rose Reflection (33) (DC, $39.00) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- UOMA Beauty Mali (LE, ) is darker, more muted (90% similar).
- Huda Beauty Lilac #4 (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Lethal Cosmetics Evoke (P, $6.50) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Silver Lake (LE, $6.00) is warmer (90% similar).
- Chanel Au Fil des Fleurs #3 (LE, ) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (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 Crystal Eye Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
DIMETHICONE, NEOPENTYL GLYCOL DICAPRYLATE/DICAPRATE, MICA, SYNTHETIC FLUORPHLOGOPITE, CALCIUM SODIUM BOROSILICATE, DIMETHICONE/VINYL DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER, SILICA, HYDROGENATED POLYCYCLOPENTADIENE, DICALCIUM PHOSPHATE, HDI/TRIMETHYLOL HEXYLLACTONE CROSSPOLYMER, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, LAURETH-4, TIN OXIDE,CI 77891 (TITANIUM DIOXIDE), CI 77000 (ALUMINUM POWDER), CI 75470 (CARMINE).
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.
Looks Using this Product
Daisy (190CK)
PiPPermanent in Palette.
Sakura (191CM)
Sakura (191CM) is a medium-dark, pinky red with subtle, cool undertones and a matte finish. It had opaque pigmentation in a single layer, which applied well to bare skin with a smooth, even application that remained blendable on my skin. It lasted nicely for eight and a half hours on me before fading noticeably.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Ace Beaute Clay (DC, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- NARS Fatale (P, $19.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Dynasty (PiP, $6.00) is warmer (90% similar).
- MAC Werk Werk Werk (P, $20.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Huda Beauty Maneater (Remastered) (PiP, ) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Dream Eyes (Smoke) (LE, ) is lighter (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Panjin (132CM) (PiP, ) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- NARS Get Hot (LE, $19.00) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Too Faced You Spicy (LE, $16.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Huda Beauty Ruby #4 (LE, ) is darker, more muted (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.
Look Using this Product
Sakura (191CM)
PiPPermanent in Palette.
Botanic (192DC)
Botanic (192DC) is a medium orange with warm, yellowish undertones and pink and gold sparkle that gave it a sparkling, metallic finish. It was richly pigmented with a smooth, lightly creamy texture that felt a bit more yielding compared to the original release. This shade stayed on well for eight and a half hours on me before showing signs of fading.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Morning Light (LE, $9.00) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Give Me Glow Sunburst (P, $7.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- ColourPop So Fly (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- BH Cosmetics Club Tropicana #1 (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Trademark This (LE, $19.00) is less shimmery (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Helena (275K) (LE, ) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Bad Habit Sky's the Limit (PiP, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- MAC Caramelo (LE, $17.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Lifetime (PiP, ) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Dior Dune #1 (LE, ) is less shimmery, lighter (90% 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 Duo-Chrome Eyeshadow swatches.
Ingredients
DIMETHICONE, MICA, TRIMETHYLSILOXYSILICATE, DIMETHICONE/VINYL DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER, SILICA, HYDROGENATED POLYCYCLOPENTADIENE, PTFE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, ZINC STEARATE, LAUROYL LYSINE; +/- MAY CONTAIN: CI 77007 (ULTRAMARINES), CI 77492 (IRON OXIDES), CI 75470 (CARMINE)
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.
Botanic (192DC)
PiPPermanent in Palette. $29.00.
Blossom (193CM)
Blossom (193CM) is a medium-dark, rosy plum with subtle, warm undertones and a mostly matte finish. It had rich color coverage that adhered well to bare skin without losing its intensity, but I found it harder to diffuse and soften the edge. The texture was soft, slightly drier to the touch, and felt thinner (less powdery, though) compared to some of Natasha Denona’s recent matte eyeshadows. It wore well for eight and a half hours on me before I noticed any fading.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Viseart Elderberry (PiP, ) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Damsel (LE, $4.50) is cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Keep Cool (LE, $4.50) is brighter (90% similar).
- ColourPop Tell Tail (LE, $4.50) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Pat McGrath Venomous Void (LE, $25.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Danessa Myricks Desert Rose (P, $18.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Up in the Air (LE, $6.00) is lighter (85% similar).
- Huda Beauty Amethyst #4 (LE, ) is more muted (85% similar).
- Natasha Denona Raisin (182CM) (LE, ) is lighter (85% similar).
- Chanel Douceur et Serenite #4 (LE, ) is darker, more muted, warmer (85% 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.
Look Using this Product
Blossom (193CM)
PiPPermanent in Palette.
Nude (140CP)
Nude (140CP) is a brighter, peachy beige with warm undertones and flecks of pink and gold sparkle throughout. It looks like the brand dropped “sheer” from the description of this shade, which is a good thing, as it has been consistently quite pigmented! The texture was soft, smooth, and blendable without being too firmly nor too loosely pressed in the pan. It seemed to have slightly more binder than the last release. This shade lasted well for eight and a half hours on me before showing signs of fading.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Tarte Fin (LE, ) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- Inglot J411 Blazing Rose (LE, $25.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Moonstone (P, $25.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- NARS Parallel Universe (Left) (DC, $25.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Stila Embellish (LE, $24.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Victoria Beckham Beauty Chiffon (P, $36.00) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- MAC Sweet Heat (P, $20.00) is lighter (85% similar).
- theBalm Luscious Lani (P, $16.00) is lighter (85% similar).
- MAC Outfitted (LE, ) is lighter (85% similar).
- ColourPop Can't Stop (LE, $4.50) is lighter (85% 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 Cream-Powder Eye Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
Talc, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Mica, Diisostearyl Malate, Silica, Calcium Titanium Borosilicate, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, PTFE, Zinc Stearate, Aluminum Calcium Sodium Silicate, Tin Oxide. May Contain (+/-): Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Aluminum Powder (Ci 77000), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499), 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.
I think I do love this version more than the previous iteration! Lucky for me, I have enough dupes within my stash to put together that lovely eye look you did using this one. ?
I didn’t pick this up last year because I felt like I had enough shades in this colour story to last me a lifetime. I am really drawn to it, though. I guess that is why I have so many shades. The shade in here that makes me want to get it is Blossom. I have the Huda Beauty shade in the Amethyst palette but I much prefer this shade. It is hard to justify spending $48 on a small palette, though. I can go to ColourPop and get more shades at a significantly lower price. I guess it boils down to how badly I want Blossom.
Thank you for the review! Pink shadows don’t look good on me unfortunately but this is a beautiful palette.
Whilst not a fan of this colour range, I do love the Nude shade. And yes Christine, ND’s constant reformulations does make one wonder why the errors/mistakes/ whatever were not picked up early on in the production process.
i also preferred the cream formulas. i really love the buildable and fallout free nature of the formula. i think it’s more user friendly and color shock proof for those of us that are not used to using reds
This appeals to me so much more than the original version. However, it won’t pull me off of my low buy.
Thank you for adding this. I was wondering why the one I just got during the Beautylish sale was in a white container.
It was always intended to be permanent, so the white packaging would happen at some point, but the change in actual formula was a surprise!
I think this version looks nicer. Very pretty!
Pretty! I definitely have all those colors, but this palette is a nice reminder of how well those colors go together.