Natasha Denona Pastel Eyeshadow Palette Review & Swatches
Pastel
Natasha Denona Pastel 15-Pan Small Eyeshadow Palette ($65.00 for 0.67 oz.) is a new, limited edition mid-sized pastel-hued palette from Natasha Denona. For a pastel palette, it was very workable and performed well, but against the brand’s typical quality, there were some shades that fell short for sure. I found the cream-powder finishes in the palette to be less cream-like, and therefore not as dense/emollient, compared to past releases, which some may prefer or find deal-breaking.
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Pastel
LELimited Edition. $69.00.
Tulle (422CP)
Tulle (422CP) is a medium pink with subtle, warm undertones and a semi-matte finish. The product had a cream-powder finish, which picked up like a powder but seemed to settle on my skin more like a cream–more seamless. It had rich pigmentation that wore well for nine hours on me before showing signs of fading.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Glaminatrix Musk (P, $7.30) is darker (90% similar).
- Linda Hallberg Cosmetics Unknown (PiP, ) is less shimmery, darker (85% similar).
- Urban Decay Scrunchie (LE, $19.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (80% similar).
- Too Faced Ready, Set, Bake (LE, $16.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (80% similar).
- ColourPop On a Lark (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (80% similar).
- ColourPop Fan Fiction (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker (80% similar).
- Huda Beauty Amethyst #7 (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (80% similar).
- ColourPop Glamverse (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (80% similar).
- Huda Beauty Flamingo (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (80% similar).
- Morphe Heart (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (80% 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
Mica, Dimethicone, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Squalane, Silica, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Hydrogenated Styrene/Isoprene Copolymer, Carmine (Ci 75470), Zinc Stearate, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Blue 1 Lake (Ci 42090), Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Boron Nitride, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Laureth-4.
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.
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Tulle (422CP)
LELimited Edition.
Illusion (423DC)
Illusion (423DC) is a pale, whitish-beige base with pink-to-lavender shifting shimmer. It had more of a pearl-like sheen than intense metallic finish. It had mostly opaque, buildable pigmentation with a moderately-dense, smooth texture that blended out well. It lasted well for nine hours before fading noticeably.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- MAC Cooler Than Being Cool (LE, $21.00) is more shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Cuddle Close (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- ColourPop Back to Back (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, warmer (95% similar).
- ColourPop Pure Magic (LE, $6.00) is warmer (95% similar).
- Linda Hallberg Cosmetics Serein (LE, ) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (95% similar).
- Danessa Myricks Angel Heart (P, $26.00) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- ColourPop Crystal Castle (LE, $9.00) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- KVD Beauty Opal (PiP, ) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- NARS Haedus (DC, $25.00) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- ColourPop Mountain Lion (LE, $6.00) is warmer (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
Mica, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Isostearyl Neopentanoate, Dimethicone, Silica, Butyl Acrylate/Hydroxypropyl Dimethicone Acrylate Copolymer, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Talc, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydrogenated Styrene/Isoprene Copolymer, Tin Oxide, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate.
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.
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Illusion (423DC)
LELimited Edition. $29.00.
Mint Frost (170SM)
Mint Frost (170SM) is a medium-dark aqua with subtle, cool undertones and warmer, contrasting gold shimmer and sparkle. The texture was slightly thicker than other shimmer shades, but it didn’t have fallout and retained its high-shine finish and full coverage. It stayed on well for eight hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Anastasia B1 (Norvina Vol. 3) (LE, $12.00) is less shimmery, cooler (95% similar).
- Ace Beaute Bayberry (DC, ) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- JD Glow Varsity (P, $7.50) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Mint 4 U (LE, $6.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Confession (PiP, $4.50) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Mint Frost (LE, $29.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Fenty Beauty Durty Denim (PiP, ) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Clionadh Spruce (P, $5.50) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Surf's Up (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Kaleidos Tron (PiP, ) is cooler (85% 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 Sparkling Eye Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Mica, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Aluminum Powder (Ci 77000), Zinc Stearate, Hydrogenated Polycyclopentadiene, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Talc, Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Glycerides, Isododecane, Silica, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Green 5 (Ci 61570), Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides, Tin Oxide, Ferric Ferrocyanide (Ci 77510), Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Calcium Titanium Borosilicate, 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.
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Mint Frost (170SM)
LELimited Edition. $29.00.
Bora (424CP)
Bora (424CP) is a light-medium purple with warm, pink undertones and a semi-matte finish. It had a cream-powder texture, so it had more glide to it when touched, but it was actually a little powdery when I put my brush to it. The product applied best with a denser brush and pressed on, then diffused and blended out. It wore well for nine hours on me before showing signs of fading.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Seeing Stars (P, $4.50) is more shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Chismosa (LE, ) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Gummy Bears (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- ColourPop Woot Woot (LE, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Digital Bean (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Sugarpill Undone (PiP, ) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Little Stinker (LE, $4.50) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- By Beauty Bay Flapper (LE, ) is darker (85% similar).
- Terra Moons Orchid (P, $6.00) is warmer (85% similar).
- Pat McGrath Fabulosity (LE, $25.00) is more shimmery, darker, 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 Cream-Powder Eye Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
Mica, Ultramarines (Ci 77007), Dimethicone, Squalane, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Silica, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Carmine (Ci 75470), Hydrogenated Styrene/Isoprene Copolymer, Zinc Stearate, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Boron Nitride, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Laureth-4.
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.
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Bora (424CP)
LELimited Edition.
Dainty (425DCS)
Dainty (425DCS) is a light-medium pink with neutral undertones and slightly warmer, gulden shimmer and faint sparkle that gave it an intense, metallic finish. The eyeshadow was richly pigmented, while the texture was smooth, lightly creamy, and dense without being too thick. It lasted well for nine hours before fading noticeably.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Celebrate Moi (LE, $6.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Magic Maker (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (95% similar).
- ColourPop Swoon (PiP, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar).
- Huda Beauty Nude Light #2 (PiP, ) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Kevyn Aucoin Switch (LE, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Wake Me (PiP, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Bend the Knee (LE, $19.00) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Duet (431DC) (LE, $29.00) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- Anastasia A2 (Norvina Vol. 4) (LE, ) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- Stila Sunset Cove (LE, $24.00) is less shimmery, cooler (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
Talc, Mica, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Diisostearyl Malate, Zinc Stearate, Silica, Carmine (Ci 75470), Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tin Oxide, Blue 1 Lake (Ci 42090).
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.
Dainty (425DCS)
LELimited Edition. $29.00.
Brisk (426CM)
Brisk (426CM) is a light-medium aqua with cooler undertones and a matte finish. It had medium, buildable pigmentation with a soft, blendable texture that was somewhat powdery and more prone to emphasizing skin texture due to being on the drier side. It stayed on well for eight hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- LORAC Avocado Toast (LE, $19.00) is warmer (95% similar).
- Glaminatrix Posy (P, $7.30) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Fluorescent (LE, $19.00) is darker (90% similar).
- NYX The Next Morning (P, $4.50) is darker (90% similar).
- Lethal Cosmetics Yonder (P, $6.00) is darker, cooler (85% similar).
- Glaminatrix Minty Fresh (P, $7.30) is lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- Terra Moons Lunar or Later (P, $6.00) is lighter (85% similar).
- Sephora Helen P (LE, ) is darker (85% similar).
- Lethal Cosmetics Proxy (P, $6.00) is darker, cooler (80% similar).
- ColourPop Muscle Beach (P, $4.50) is darker (80% 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
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Zinc Stearate, Dimethicone, Blue 1 Lake (Ci 42090), Iron Oxides (Ci 77492), Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Iron Oxides (Ci 77499), Silica, Ultramarines (Ci 77007), Carmine (Ci 75470), Ferric Ammonium Ferrocyanide (Ci 77510), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491), Yellow 5 Lake (Ci 19140).
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.
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Brisk (426CM)
LELimited Edition.
Adriatic (427DC)
Adriatic (427DC) is a brighter, medium-dark bluish-aqua with cool undertones and a subtle, golden sheen that was slightly metallic. It had mostly opaque, buildable pigmentation with a moderately-dense, smooth texture that picked up evenly with a brush but was best pressed and pushed onto the skin to avoid fallout. It wore well for nine hours on me before showing signs of fading.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Cool Off (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- Give Me Glow Jade (P, $7.00) is more shimmery, brighter, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Banana Daiquiri (P, $6.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Juvia's Place Zulu #6 (LE, ) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Pool Party (P, $5.00) is darker (90% similar).
- ColourPop The Pisces (P, $4.50) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- Lethal Cosmetics Mirage (P, $6.00) is more shimmery, lighter (85% similar).
- Sydney Grace Anew (DC, $8.00) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
- ColourPop Ibiza (LE, $6.00).
- Makeup Geek Pegasus (P, $9.99).
- Urban Decay Amp (LE, ).
- Make Up For Ever D236 Lagoon Blue (P, $17.00).
- ColourPop Gridlock (P, $4.50).
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
Talc, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Mica, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Diisostearyl Malate, Blue 1 Lake (Ci 42090), Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Yellow 5 Lake (Ci 19140), Tin Oxide, Zinc Stearate.
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.
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Adriatic (427DC)
LELimited Edition. $29.00.
Starlet (428DC)
Starlet (428DC) is is a rich, pinky-coral with warm undertones and contrasting, golden shimmer that yielded a metallic finish. The consistency was moderately dense, smooth, and creamy without being too emollient. The opaque color payoff lasted well for nine hours before fading noticeably.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Glaminatrix Sherbet (P, $8.04) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- ColourPop Jam Out (LE, $5.00) is less shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop HIM (LE, $6.00) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- ColourPop Warm & Fuzzy (LE, $5.00) is warmer (90% similar).
- Clionadh Strawberry Pear (LE, $6.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Once Upon a Dream (LE, $6.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- ColourPop Dwindle (LE, $5.00) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Lethal Cosmetics Backdraft (P, $6.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Content Queen (PiP, $4.50) is less shimmery, lighter (85% similar).
- Viseart Taffy (LE, ) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% 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
Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Mica, Zinc Stearate, Diisostearyl Malate, Carmine (Ci 75470), Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Iron Oxides (Ci 77491) ,Silica, Tin Oxide, Yellow 5 Lake (Ci 19140)
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.
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Starlet (428DC)
LELimited Edition. $29.00.
Bellini (429CM)
Bellini (429CM) is a light, peachy orange with moderate, warm undertones and a matte finish. The eyeshadow had rich color payoff paired with a soft, lightly powdery texture that was soft, blendable, and not prone to fallout. It stayed on well for eight and a half hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Urban Decay Highway Queen (LE, $19.00) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Tragic (LE, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
- MAC Strike a Pose (P, $20.00) is darker, cooler (95% similar).
- Chanel Légèreté et Expérience #2 (LE, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Laugh (LE, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
- Huda Beauty Topaz #5 (LE, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- KVD Beauty Fringe (LE, ) is cooler (95% similar).
- Too Faced Plenty of Dough (LE, $16.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Glaminatrix Peachy Keen (P, $7.30) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Too Faced Peach Sorbet (PiP, $16.00) is darker, 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 Creamy Matte Eye Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Zinc Stearate, Yellow 5 Lake (Ci 19140), Carmine (Ci 75470), Dimethicone, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Silica, Iron Oxides (Ci 77491), Iron Oxides (Ci 77499).
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Bellini (429CM)
LELimited Edition.
Bubble (430CP)
Bubble (430CP) is a light, periwinkle blue with strong, cool undertones and a semi-matte finish. It had a cream-powder finish, so it was a little denser and had more slip, but it wasn’t as firm or as cream-like as some of the darker, cream-powder shades we have seen in the past, so there was a little powderiness in practice. It had semi-opaque, somewhat buildable coverage that wore well for nine hours on me before showing signs of fading.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- NABLA Cosmetics Air (PiP, ) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Lethal Cosmetics Altitude (P, $6.00) is darker (90% similar).
- LORAC Blueberry Scone (LE, $19.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Computer Blue (LE, $19.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Coloured Raine Jet Set (DC, $6.99) is less shimmery, darker (80% similar).
- Sydney Grace Blue Mahoe (PiP, $5.25) is less shimmery, lighter (80% similar).
- Terra Moons Day Dreamer (P, $6.00) is less shimmery, lighter (80% similar).
- Sugarpill 8-Bit (PiP, ) is less shimmery, darker (80% similar).
- ColourPop Page Six (PiP, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker (80% 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
Mica, Dimethicone, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Squalane, Ultramarines (Ci 77007), Silica, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Hydrogenated Styrene/Isoprene Copolymer, Zinc Stearate, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Boron Nitride, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Laureth-4.
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Bubble (430CP)
LELimited Edition.
Limoncello (169M)
Limoncello (169M) is a light-medium yellow with moderate, warm undertones and a metallic finish. It had rich pigmentation that adhered evenly to bare skin and blended out well, thanks to its smooth, lightly dense texture. It lasted well for nine hours before fading noticeably.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- JD Glow Meringue (P, $7.50) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Endgame (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- Chanel Delices #4 (LE, ) is less shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Pressed Juice (LE, $6.00) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Terra Moons Io (P, $13.00) is more shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Boogie Down (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Huda Beauty Rose #6 (LE, ) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Sandy (Pineapple Cake) (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Bad Habit Weightless (PiP, ) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Kaja Starcrusher (PiP, ) is more 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 Metallic Eye Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
Mica, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Calcium Titanium Borosilicate, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate , Zinc Stearate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Hydrogenated Polycyclopentadiene, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Talc, Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Glycerides, Isododecane, Yellow 5 Lake (Ci 19140), Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides, Tin Oxide, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Aluminum Powder (Ci 77000), Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Silica.
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Limoncello (169M)
LELimited Edition. $29.00.
Duet (431DC)
Duet (431CM) is a bright, pinky-lavender base with blue-to-lavender shifting shimmer and a metallic finish. The texture was smooth, lightly creamy, and dense without being too thick, which yielded full color payoff in one layer. It stayed on well for eight hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Kevyn Aucoin Switch (LE, ) is lighter, cooler (95% similar).
- Huda Beauty Neon Pink #8 (LE, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Magic Maker (LE, $4.50) is darker (90% similar).
- ColourPop Heart (LE, $4.50) is warmer (90% similar).
- Huda Beauty Nude Light #2 (PiP, ) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- Huda Beauty Neon Pink #5 (LE, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Synergy (LE, $4.50) is lighter (90% similar).
- Stila Sea Siren (LE, $24.00) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Swoon (PiP, $4.50) is warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Luna (Sailor Moon) (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (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
Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Alumina, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Squalane, Mica, Hydrogenated Styrene/Isoprene Copolymer, Tin Oxide, Silica, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Carmine (Ci 75470), Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Zinc Stearate.
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.
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Duet (431DC)
LELimited Edition. $29.00.
Airy (432CM)
Airy (432CM) is a pale, sky blue with cooler undertones and a matte finish. The texture was soft, somewhat powdery, and on the thinner side compared to most of the brand’s matte eyeshadows these days, which resulted in more semi-sheer color coverage with light fallout, though it was somewhat buildable. I would pair this with a primer for best results. It wore well for seven hours on me before showing signs of fading.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Got Iced (PiP, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Perfect Storm (P, $5.25) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Moonlite (PiP, $4.50) is darker (90% similar).
- KVD Beauty Waters (LE, ) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
- ColourPop Take It Easel (LE, $4.50) is lighter, brighter (85% similar).
- Clionadh Tundra (P, $4.50) is darker, cooler (85% similar).
- ColourPop La Festa (LE, $4.50) is darker, cooler (80% similar).
- ColourPop Waterbending (LE, $4.50) is darker, cooler (80% similar).
- KVD Beauty Doom (LE, ) is darker (80% similar).
- MAC At the Turntable (LE, $17.00) is darker, warmer (80% 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
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Zinc Stearate, Ultramarines (Ci 77007), Dimethicone, Blue 1 Lake (Ci 42090), Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Iron Oxides (Ci 77499), Carmine (Ci 75470), Silica, Ferric Ammonium Ferrocyanide (Ci 77510), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491), Iron Oxides (Ci 77492), Yellow 5 Lake (Ci 19140).
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.
Airy (432CM)
LELimited Edition.
Zest (433CP)
Zest (433CP) is a bright, greenish-chartreuse with warm undertones and a matte finish. The consistency was on the more powdery side, so there was light fallout and a tendency for it to cling to skin texture (if dry). It had mostly opaque color coverage that lasted well for eight hours before fading noticeably.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Frazzled (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, warmer (95% similar).
- elf Lava Lamp (P, $5.00) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Sips Tea (PiP, $4.50) is lighter, cooler (95% similar).
- Terra Moons Estella (P, $6.00) is darker (90% similar).
- ColourPop Fresh Cut (LE, $4.50) is darker (90% similar).
- ColourPop Say Less (PiP, $4.50) is darker (90% similar).
- Lethal Cosmetics Relapse (P, $6.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Designer (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, brighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Terra Moons Among the Stars (P, $6.00) is cooler (90% similar).
- Huda Beauty Neon Green #1 (LE, ) is warmer (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 Cream-Powder Eye Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
Mica, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Dimethicone, Squalane, Silica, Yellow 5 Lake (Ci 19140), Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Zinc Stearate, Hydrogenated Styrene/Isoprene Copolymer, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Blue 1 Lake (Ci 42090), Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Boron Nitride, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Laureth-4.
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.
Zest (433CP)
LELimited Edition.
Feather (434CM)
Feather (434CM) is a light-medium, pinky-lavender with warm undertones and a matte finish. It had medium pigmentation that was somewhat buildable, but the texture was on the more powdery side and somewhat thin. It stayed on well for eight hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Love Letter (PiP, $4.50) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- About Face Freaked (P, $16.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Viseart Liaison (Violette) (PiP, ) is darker (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Naga (344CM) (LE, ) is cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Do or Dye (PiP, $4.50) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Two to Mango (P, $4.50) is lighter (90% similar).
- ColourPop Tailors Ticket (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery (90% similar).
- ColourPop Talking Flowers (LE, $4.50) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Terra Moons Utopia (P, $6.00) is darker (90% similar).
- ColourPop Brr Baby (LE, $4.50) is darker, 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 Creamy Matte Eye Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Zinc Stearate, Ultramarines (Ci 77007), Dimethicone, Carmine (Ci 75470), Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Iron Oxides (Ci 77491), Silica, Blue 1 Lake (Ci 42090), Ferric Ammonium Ferrocyanide (Ci 77510), Iron Oxides (Ci 77492), Iron Oxides (Ci 77499), Yellow 5 Lake (Ci 19140).
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.
Maybe fun to have, but I know I wouldn’t use it all that much. The fact the mattes are less than stellar makes my take a pass decision firm.
This palette screams “Spring’s here!”
I’m more for dark colours but this is truly lovely, I would personally play with it.
I just don’t know. Been watching several YT reviewers also speak on the lighter matte blues and the periwinkle as being more powdery and needing to be built up, although one who actually has an art background explained that in order for pastels, especially mattes to work on darker skintones, some sheerness is actually a good idea, otherwise those could appear ashy. Her point DOES make sense to me. Just not sure pastel mattes are even attractive on us true medium and deeper skintones, though. I’ve never felt all that pretty in them even back in the 70’s when they were a thing!
I think this is a well balanced pastel palette, with all shade colours you would expect to find here. There were a couple of minor duds, but with some primer they will probably be OK – although at this price point you shouldn’t have any.
I can see all the pastel loving people really enjoying this palette.
I’m glad this palette scored well! I have it and I love it! I’ve seen a lot of people not liking it, but I don’t use it as a stand alone palette and bring in a deepening shade to make it exactly as I want, which was my plan from the beginning. I’ve really enjoyed using it!
There are some beauties in here, but very little I can’t dupe with what sounds like comparable quality. Maybe on sale in the far future…
Dupes for Starlet, lol, Colourpop reigns there
Such a beautiful palette. However it would have to be perfect to spend the money. I have the pastel shades I prefer from Sydney Grace and they really are perfect. Christine’s review helped me decide against, I think I’ll just pick up a few more shimmers from SG to complete my little made pastel palette. Thanks for the helpful review Christine!