Temptalia https://www.temptalia.com/natasha-denona-tropic-mini-eyeshadow-palette-review-swatches/ 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 Natasha Denona Tropic Mini Eyeshadow Palette Review & Swatches https://www.temptalia.com/natasha-denona-tropic-mini-eyeshadow-palette-review-swatches/ palette https://www.temptalia.com/natasha-denona-tropic-mini-eyeshadow-palette-review-swatches/#comments Fri, 12 Jul 2019 02:15:00 +0000 Christine https://www.temptalia.com/?p=394225 Natasha Denona Tropic Mini Eyeshadow Palette ($25.00 for 0.14 oz.) is a new, limited edition (and Sephora-exclusive!) mini palette that features five shades from the larger Tropic palette. They're from the last row, and of the 15 shades in the original Tropic palette, they were the most interesting/least done within the brand's releases. Mint Frost is much improved (from F to A-!), while the others were consistent with past performance; Tiger Lily seemed slightly worse (B- to C+). Mint Frost is a pale, silvery aqua with warm undertones and a sparkling, metallic finish. It had good color coverage in a Continue Reading… ]]>
Natasha Denona Tropic Mini Eyeshadow Palette

Tropic

Natasha Denona Tropic Mini Eyeshadow Palette ($25.00 for 0.14 oz.) is a new, limited edition (and Sephora-exclusive!) mini palette that features five shades from the larger Tropic palette. They’re from the last row, and of the 15 shades in the original Tropic palette, they were the most interesting/least done within the brand’s releases. Mint Frost is much improved (from F to A-!), while the others were consistent with past performance; Tiger Lily seemed slightly worse (B- to C+).

Ingredients

Tropic

LELimited Edition. $27.00.
B+
B+
8.5
Product
9.5
Pigmentation
8.5
Texture
9
Longevity
4.5
Application
89%
Total
Quick Shop: Sephora, Ulta, Beautylish, Selfridges
Natasha Denona Mint Frost Sparkling Eye Shadow

Mint Frost

Mint Frost is a pale, silvery aqua with warm undertones and a sparkling, metallic finish. It had good color coverage in a single layer, which was buildable to full coverage with a bit more layered on top or when applied with a wet brush. The texture was smooth to the touch, lightly creamy, but not too densely packed in the pan–it was miles above the version that was in the original Tropic palette (that one rated an F!). It lasted nicely for eight and a half hours on me before creasing noticeably.

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

Top Dupes

View Swatches View All Dupes
View Swatches

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, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Zinc Stearate, Hydrogenated Polycyclopentadiene, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Talc, Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Glycerides, Isododecane, Silica, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides, Tin Oxide, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Calcium Titanium Borosilicate, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Aluminum Powder (Ci 77000), Green 5 (Ci 61570), Ferric Ferrocyanide (Ci 77510), 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.

Mint Frost

LELimited Edition. $29.00.
A-
A-
9
Product
9
Pigmentation
9
Texture
9
Longevity
5
Application
91%
Total
Quick Shop: Sephora, Ulta, Beautylish, Selfridges
Natasha Denona Exotic Metallic Eye Shadow

Exotic

Exotic is a bright, emerald green with subtle, cool undertones and a pearly sheen. It had opaque pigmentation with a smooth, dense, and lightly creamy, but it had such a firm/dense texture that it does require a flatter brush and a moderately firm hand. I actually found that it softened a bit after two uses, and while it was dense, I didn’t struggle to apply it to my lid or to blend it out. It wore well for nine hours on me before creasing faintly.

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

Top Dupes

View Swatches View All Dupes
View Swatches

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, Dimethicone, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Zinc Stearate, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tin Oxide, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Silica, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Yellow 5 Lake (Ci 19140), Blue 1 Lake (Ci 42090), Aluminium Powder (Ci 77000), 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.

Exotic

LELimited Edition. $29.00.
A
A
9
Product
10
Pigmentation
9
Texture
9.5
Longevity
5
Application
94%
Total
Quick Shop: Sephora, Ulta, Beautylish, Selfridges
Natasha Denona Laguna Creamy Matte Eye Shadow

Laguna

Laguna is a bright, medium blue with strong, cool undertones and a matte finish. The pigmentation was opaque in a single layer, while the consistency was soft, velvety, and blendable without being too powdery or prone to fallout. It did darken a bit when applied to my lid, though, so it may be more reactive to natural oils/wetness (like from a tacky primer). It stayed on well for eight hours on me before I noticed fading.

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

Top Dupes

View Swatches View All Dupes
View Swatches

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.

Ingredients

Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Zinc Stearate, Dimethicone, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Silica. May Contain (+/-): Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Iron Oxides (Ci 77499), Carmine (Ci 75470), Blue 1 Lake (Ci 42090), Ferric Ammonium Ferrocyanide (Ci 77510), Ultramarines (Ci 77007).

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.

Laguna

LELimited Edition.
A-
A-
8.5
Product
10
Pigmentation
9
Texture
8.5
Longevity
5
Application
91%
Total
Quick Shop: Sephora, Ulta, Beautylish, Selfridges
Natasha Denona Tiger Lily Metallic Eye Shadow

Tiger Lily

Tiger Lily is a deep blue with cool undertones and a satiny sheen. It had opaque pigmentation, but the issue I had was getting the product to translate from pan to brush to lid. The texture was dense, almost like a compacted cream, and had a firmness to it that made it harder to pick up and apply. I’d recommend using this shade with a flat, synthetic brush and gently jabbing the edge of the brush against the pan to pick up product and then press and pat it onto the lid. It seemed a bit firmer compared to the original in the larger Tropic palette, but it was pretty comparable overall (not much of a compliment!). The eyeshadow lasted well for eight hours on me.

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

Top Dupes

View Swatches View All Dupes
View Swatches

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, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Zinc Stearate, Dimethicone, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Indigofera Tinctoria Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tin Oxide, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Ferric Ammonium Ferrocyanide/Ferric Ferrocyanide (Ci 77510), Aluminum Powder (Ci 77000), Yellow 5 Lake (Ci 19140), 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.

Tiger Lily

LELimited Edition. $29.00.
C+
C+
7
Product
10
Pigmentation
6
Texture
8.5
Longevity
3.5
Application
78%
Total
Quick Shop: Sephora, Ulta, Beautylish, Selfridges
Natasha Denona Zena Creamy Matte Eye Shadow

Zena

Zena is a muted, medium-dark lavender with subtle, cool undertones and a matte finish. The eyeshadow had a soft, silky feel that wasn’t too powdery nor too firmly pressed in the pan. It had rich color coverage that applied well to bare skin and blended out with ease. It wore nicely for eight and a half hours on me before fading visibly.

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

Top Dupes

View Swatches View All Dupes
View Swatches

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.

Ingredients

Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Zinc Stearate, Dimethicone, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Silica. May Contain (+/-): Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Iron Oxides (Ci 77499), Carmine (Ci 75470), Blue 1 Lake (Ci 42090), Ferric Ammonium Ferrocyanide (Ci 77510), Ultramarines (Ci 77007).

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.

Zena

LELimited Edition.
A
A
9.5
Product
10
Pigmentation
9.5
Texture
9
Longevity
5
Application
96%
Total
Quick Shop: Sephora, Ulta, Beautylish, Selfridges
Natasha Denona Tropic Mini Eyeshadow Palette

Natasha Denona Tropic Mini Eyeshadow Palette

Natasha Denona Tropic Mini Eyeshadow Palette

Natasha Denona Tropic Mini Eyeshadow Palette

Natasha Denona Tropic Mini Eyeshadow Palette

Natasha Denona Tropic Mini Eyeshadow Palette

Natasha Denona Tropic Mini Eyeshadow Palette

Natasha Denona Tropic Mini Eyeshadow Palette

Natasha Denona Tropic Mini Eyeshadow Palette

Natasha Denona Tropic Mini Eyeshadow Palette

Natasha Denona Tropic Mini Eyeshadow Palette

Natasha Denona Tropic Mini Eyeshadow Palette

Natasha Denona Tropic | Look Details

Natasha Denona Tropic | Look Details

Natasha Denona Tropic | Look Details

Natasha Denona Tropic | Look Details

Natasha Denona Tropic | Look Details

Natasha Denona Tropic | Look Details

Natasha Denona Tropic | Look Details

Natasha Denona Tropic | Look Details

Natasha Denona Tropic | Look Details

Natasha Denona Tropic | Look Details

Natasha Denona Mint Frost Sparkling Eye Shadow

Natasha Denona Mint Frost Sparkling Eye Shadow

Natasha Denona Mint Frost Sparkling Eye Shadow

Natasha Denona Mint Frost Sparkling Eye Shadow

Natasha Denona Exotic Metallic Eye Shadow

Natasha Denona Exotic Metallic Eye Shadow

Natasha Denona Exotic Metallic Eye Shadow

Natasha Denona Exotic Metallic Eye Shadow

Natasha Denona Laguna Creamy Matte Eye Shadow

Natasha Denona Laguna Creamy Matte Eye Shadow

Natasha Denona Laguna Creamy Matte Eye Shadow

Natasha Denona Laguna Creamy Matte Eye Shadow

Natasha Denona Tiger Lily Metallic Eye Shadow

Natasha Denona Tiger Lily Metallic Eye Shadow

Natasha Denona Tiger Lily Metallic Eye Shadow

Natasha Denona Tiger Lily Metallic Eye Shadow

Natasha Denona Zena Creamy Matte Eye Shadow

Natasha Denona Zena Creamy Matte Eye Shadow

Natasha Denona Zena Creamy Matte Eye Shadow

Natasha Denona Zena Creamy Matte Eye Shadow

Natasha Denona Tropic Mini Eyeshadow Palette

Natasha Denona Tropic Mini Eyeshadow Palette

Natasha Denona Tropic Mini Eyeshadow Palette

Natasha Denona Tropic Mini Eyeshadow Palette

Natasha Denona Tropic Mini Eyeshadow Palette

Natasha Denona Tropic Mini Eyeshadow Palette

Natasha Denona Tropic Mini Eyeshadow Palette

Natasha Denona Tropic Mini Eyeshadow Palette

Natasha Denona Tropic Mini Eyeshadow Palette

Natasha Denona Tropic Mini Eyeshadow Palette

Natasha Denona Tropic Mini Eyeshadow Palette

Natasha Denona Tropic Mini Eyeshadow Palette

Natasha Denona Tropic | Look Details

Natasha Denona Tropic | Look Details

Natasha Denona Tropic | Look Details

Natasha Denona Tropic | Look Details

Natasha Denona Tropic | Look Details

Natasha Denona Tropic | Look Details

Natasha Denona Tropic | Look Details

Natasha Denona Tropic | Look Details

Natasha Denona Tropic | Look Details

Natasha Denona Tropic | Look Details

Natasha Denona Mint Frost Sparkling Eye Shadow

Natasha Denona Mint Frost Sparkling Eye Shadow

Natasha Denona Mint Frost Sparkling Eye Shadow

Natasha Denona Mint Frost Sparkling Eye Shadow

Natasha Denona Exotic Metallic Eye Shadow

Natasha Denona Exotic Metallic Eye Shadow

Natasha Denona Exotic Metallic Eye Shadow

Natasha Denona Exotic Metallic Eye Shadow

Natasha Denona Laguna Creamy Matte Eye Shadow

Natasha Denona Laguna Creamy Matte Eye Shadow

Natasha Denona Laguna Creamy Matte Eye Shadow

Natasha Denona Laguna Creamy Matte Eye Shadow

Natasha Denona Tiger Lily Metallic Eye Shadow

Natasha Denona Tiger Lily Metallic Eye Shadow

Natasha Denona Tiger Lily Metallic Eye Shadow

Natasha Denona Tiger Lily Metallic Eye Shadow

Natasha Denona Zena Creamy Matte Eye Shadow

Natasha Denona Zena Creamy Matte Eye Shadow

Natasha Denona Zena Creamy Matte Eye Shadow

Natasha Denona Zena Creamy Matte Eye Shadow

]]> https://www.temptalia.com/natasha-denona-tropic-mini-eyeshadow-palette-review-swatches/feed/ 13