Pat McGrath Dark Galaxy MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette Review & Swatches

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Pat McGrath Dark Galaxy MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Dark Galaxy MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Dark Galaxy MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Dark Galaxy MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Dark Galaxy MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Dark Galaxy MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Dark Galaxy MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Dark Galaxy MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Dark Galaxy MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Dark Galaxy MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Dark Galaxy MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Dark Galaxy MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Dark Galaxy MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Dark Galaxy MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Dark Galaxy MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Dark Galaxy MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Dark Galaxy MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Dark Galaxy MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Dark Galaxy

Pat McGrath Dark Galaxy MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette ($65.00 for 0.42 oz.) is a new, limited edition palette that has come and gone, and based on what the brand has said, I wouldn’t expect this palette to be re-released. Smoked Amethyst is a repromote, while the other shades are new. CosmiK and Odyssey are the most interesting shades in the palette, while the others are more dupable in my eyes.

The palette performed well with most shades having mostly opaque to opaque coverage, nine-hour wear, and were blendable and easy to work with. I felt that the quality was consistent with past eyeshadows released by the brand.

Dark Galaxy

LELimited Edition. $65.00.
A
A
9.5
Product
9.5
Pigmentation
9.5
Texture
9.5
Longevity
5
Application
96%
Total
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Pat McGrath CosmiK EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath CosmiK EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath CosmiK EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath CosmiK EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath CosmiK EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath CosmiK EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath CosmiK EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath CosmiK EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath CosmiK EYEdols Eyeshadow

CosmiK

CosmiK is a light-medium, peachy copper base with flecks of cooler pink-to-violet shifting sparkle. It had good color coverage but had to be built up, applied with a fingertip or applied with a dampened brush to get to full opacity–the base pigment seemed more translucent. The texture felt dense without being overly thick that it became difficult to pick up, so it remained easy to apply and use overall. It stayed on nicely for nine and a half hours before creasing faintly.

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

Formula Overview

$25.00/0.04 oz. - $625.00 Per Ounce

Pat McGrath's eyeshadows are, generally, supposed to be "super-saturated" with "creamy, soft textures" and "extreme blendability and adherence without creasing." A lot of how well they perform (and to some degree, how they are supposed to be applied and marketed) depends on the type of shades, but by and large, the eyeshadows perform very much as they are described.

The brand released single eyeshadows in March 2019, and the shades have been consistent in quality, look, and feel. They are not removable, unfortunately, so one would have to depot like any other single eyeshadow--I tried using tweezers and lifting on several shades to no avail. The lids are held closed by a weak magnet, so I'm not sure they're as secure as most single eyeshadow compacts in my stash--I wish it really locked in, but there's definitely a magnet that pulls the lid down if it's within 2mm of the base.

The mattes are velvety, blendable, and dense without being thick or too heavy, and they have semi-opaque to opaque pigmentation where a little can go a long way with some of the deeper and richer hues. The satin and pearl finishes are smooth, lightly creamy, and firmer but not dense or thick with good pigmentation, blendability, and easy application. The more metallic finishes tend to be softer, creamy, and smooth with a bit more denseness and no powderiness. The sparkly/glittery shades are often designed to be applied wet for richer coverage or intensity, which has largely been my experience. Most of the shades last between eight and nine hours.

Browse all of our Pat McGrath EYEdols Eyeshadow swatches.

CosmiK

LELimited Edition. $25.00.
A-
A-
9
Product
9
Pigmentation
9
Texture
9.5
Longevity
5
Application
92%
Total
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Pat McGrath Venomous Void EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Venomous Void EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Venomous Void EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Venomous Void EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Venomous Void EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Venomous Void EYEdols Eyeshadow

Venomous Void

Venomous Void is a medium-dark berry with subtle, cool undertones and a matte finish. It had good color payoff that was buildable to full coverage with a second layer. The texture was finely-milled, velvety, and more substantial so I didn’t experience fallout, but there was a touch of kick up in the pan when I worked with the color. It lasted well for nine hours on me before fading visibly.

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

Formula Overview

$25.00/0.04 oz. - $625.00 Per Ounce

Pat McGrath's eyeshadows are, generally, supposed to be "super-saturated" with "creamy, soft textures" and "extreme blendability and adherence without creasing." A lot of how well they perform (and to some degree, how they are supposed to be applied and marketed) depends on the type of shades, but by and large, the eyeshadows perform very much as they are described.

The brand released single eyeshadows in March 2019, and the shades have been consistent in quality, look, and feel. They are not removable, unfortunately, so one would have to depot like any other single eyeshadow--I tried using tweezers and lifting on several shades to no avail. The lids are held closed by a weak magnet, so I'm not sure they're as secure as most single eyeshadow compacts in my stash--I wish it really locked in, but there's definitely a magnet that pulls the lid down if it's within 2mm of the base.

The mattes are velvety, blendable, and dense without being thick or too heavy, and they have semi-opaque to opaque pigmentation where a little can go a long way with some of the deeper and richer hues. The satin and pearl finishes are smooth, lightly creamy, and firmer but not dense or thick with good pigmentation, blendability, and easy application. The more metallic finishes tend to be softer, creamy, and smooth with a bit more denseness and no powderiness. The sparkly/glittery shades are often designed to be applied wet for richer coverage or intensity, which has largely been my experience. Most of the shades last between eight and nine hours.

Browse all of our Pat McGrath EYEdols Eyeshadow swatches.

Venomous Void

LELimited Edition. $25.00.
A-
A-
9
Product
9
Pigmentation
9
Texture
9.5
Longevity
5
Application
92%
Total
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Pat McGrath Saturnalia EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Saturnalia EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Saturnalia EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Saturnalia EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Saturnalia EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Saturnalia EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Saturnalia EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Saturnalia EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Saturnalia EYEdols Eyeshadow

Saturnalia

Saturnalia is a medium-dark red with strong, warm orange undertones and a pearly sheen paired with flecks of pink and gold micro-sparkle. It had opaque color coverage that adhered evenly to bare skin and blended out well along the edges without losing its intensity. The texture was dense without being too firmly pressed into the pan or too thick in texture, so it still sat well on my skin. It wore well for 10 hours before fading noticeably.

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

Formula Overview

$25.00/0.04 oz. - $625.00 Per Ounce

Pat McGrath's eyeshadows are, generally, supposed to be "super-saturated" with "creamy, soft textures" and "extreme blendability and adherence without creasing." A lot of how well they perform (and to some degree, how they are supposed to be applied and marketed) depends on the type of shades, but by and large, the eyeshadows perform very much as they are described.

The brand released single eyeshadows in March 2019, and the shades have been consistent in quality, look, and feel. They are not removable, unfortunately, so one would have to depot like any other single eyeshadow--I tried using tweezers and lifting on several shades to no avail. The lids are held closed by a weak magnet, so I'm not sure they're as secure as most single eyeshadow compacts in my stash--I wish it really locked in, but there's definitely a magnet that pulls the lid down if it's within 2mm of the base.

The mattes are velvety, blendable, and dense without being thick or too heavy, and they have semi-opaque to opaque pigmentation where a little can go a long way with some of the deeper and richer hues. The satin and pearl finishes are smooth, lightly creamy, and firmer but not dense or thick with good pigmentation, blendability, and easy application. The more metallic finishes tend to be softer, creamy, and smooth with a bit more denseness and no powderiness. The sparkly/glittery shades are often designed to be applied wet for richer coverage or intensity, which has largely been my experience. Most of the shades last between eight and nine hours.

Browse all of our Pat McGrath EYEdols Eyeshadow swatches.

Ingredients

Silica, Phenyl Trimethicone, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Zinc Stearate, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Phenoxyethanol, Sorbic Acid, Tin Oxide, Talc, Iron Oxides (Ci 77491), Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891).

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.

Saturnalia

LELimited Edition. $25.00.
A+
A+
10
Product
10
Pigmentation
10
Texture
10
Longevity
5
Application
100%
Total
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Pat McGrath Smoked Amethyst EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Smoked Amethyst EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Smoked Amethyst EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Smoked Amethyst EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Smoked Amethyst EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Smoked Amethyst EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Smoked Amethyst EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Smoked Amethyst EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Smoked Amethyst EYEdols Eyeshadow

Smoked Amethyst

Smoked Amethyst is a blackened purple base with flecks of fine, purple and red pearl throughout. The texture was lightly creamy, dense but not too firmly pressed into the pan, so it wasn’t stiff to work with and still picked up well with a brush. The eyeshadow had rich pigmentation in a single pass, which applied evenly and blended out without issue. It stayed on well for 10 hours before showing signs of wear.

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

Formula Overview

$25.00/0.04 oz. - $625.00 Per Ounce

Pat McGrath's eyeshadows are, generally, supposed to be "super-saturated" with "creamy, soft textures" and "extreme blendability and adherence without creasing." A lot of how well they perform (and to some degree, how they are supposed to be applied and marketed) depends on the type of shades, but by and large, the eyeshadows perform very much as they are described.

The brand released single eyeshadows in March 2019, and the shades have been consistent in quality, look, and feel. They are not removable, unfortunately, so one would have to depot like any other single eyeshadow--I tried using tweezers and lifting on several shades to no avail. The lids are held closed by a weak magnet, so I'm not sure they're as secure as most single eyeshadow compacts in my stash--I wish it really locked in, but there's definitely a magnet that pulls the lid down if it's within 2mm of the base.

The mattes are velvety, blendable, and dense without being thick or too heavy, and they have semi-opaque to opaque pigmentation where a little can go a long way with some of the deeper and richer hues. The satin and pearl finishes are smooth, lightly creamy, and firmer but not dense or thick with good pigmentation, blendability, and easy application. The more metallic finishes tend to be softer, creamy, and smooth with a bit more denseness and no powderiness. The sparkly/glittery shades are often designed to be applied wet for richer coverage or intensity, which has largely been my experience. Most of the shades last between eight and nine hours.

Browse all of our Pat McGrath EYEdols Eyeshadow swatches.

Ingredients

Mica, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Zinc Stearate, Silica, Talc, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Phenoxyethanol, Sorbic Acid, Tin Oxide, Aluminum Dimyristate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Iron Oxides (Ci 77499), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891).

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.

Smoked Amethyst

LELimited Edition. $25.00.
A+
A+
10
Product
10
Pigmentation
10
Texture
10
Longevity
5
Application
100%
Total
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Pat McGrath Odyssey EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Odyssey EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Odyssey EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Odyssey EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Odyssey EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Odyssey EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Odyssey EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Odyssey EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Odyssey EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Odyssey EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Odyssey EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Odyssey EYEdols Eyeshadow

Odyssey

Odysseyis a dirty plum base with warmer, brown undertones with a lavender to copper shift paired with a metallic finish. It was intensely pigmented with a smooth, lightly creamy consistency that was blendable and adhered evenly to bare skin. This shade lasted nicely for 10 hours before creasing slightly.

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

Formula Overview

$25.00/0.04 oz. - $625.00 Per Ounce

Pat McGrath's eyeshadows are, generally, supposed to be "super-saturated" with "creamy, soft textures" and "extreme blendability and adherence without creasing." A lot of how well they perform (and to some degree, how they are supposed to be applied and marketed) depends on the type of shades, but by and large, the eyeshadows perform very much as they are described.

The brand released single eyeshadows in March 2019, and the shades have been consistent in quality, look, and feel. They are not removable, unfortunately, so one would have to depot like any other single eyeshadow--I tried using tweezers and lifting on several shades to no avail. The lids are held closed by a weak magnet, so I'm not sure they're as secure as most single eyeshadow compacts in my stash--I wish it really locked in, but there's definitely a magnet that pulls the lid down if it's within 2mm of the base.

The mattes are velvety, blendable, and dense without being thick or too heavy, and they have semi-opaque to opaque pigmentation where a little can go a long way with some of the deeper and richer hues. The satin and pearl finishes are smooth, lightly creamy, and firmer but not dense or thick with good pigmentation, blendability, and easy application. The more metallic finishes tend to be softer, creamy, and smooth with a bit more denseness and no powderiness. The sparkly/glittery shades are often designed to be applied wet for richer coverage or intensity, which has largely been my experience. Most of the shades last between eight and nine hours.

Browse all of our Pat McGrath EYEdols Eyeshadow swatches.

Ingredients

Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract, Mica, Zinc Stearate, Talc, Polyglyceryl-10, Pentaisostearate, Sorbic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Tin Oxide, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Iron Oxides (Ci 77499, Ci 77491).

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.

Odyssey

LELimited Edition. $25.00.
A
A
9.5
Product
10
Pigmentation
9.5
Texture
10
Longevity
5
Application
98%
Total
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Pat McGrath Bronze Nebula EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Bronze Nebula EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Bronze Nebula EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Bronze Nebula EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Bronze Nebula EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Bronze Nebula EYEdols Eyeshadow

Bronze Nebula

Bronze Nebula is a medium copper with warm, brown undertones and a metallic sheen with faint micro-sparkle throughout. It had opaque pigmentation with a smooth, lightly creamy texture that felt firmer to the touch but was more yielding after a single use. It wore well for nine and a half hours before fading a bit, but there was a touch of fallout over time.

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

Formula Overview

$25.00/0.04 oz. - $625.00 Per Ounce

Pat McGrath's eyeshadows are, generally, supposed to be "super-saturated" with "creamy, soft textures" and "extreme blendability and adherence without creasing." A lot of how well they perform (and to some degree, how they are supposed to be applied and marketed) depends on the type of shades, but by and large, the eyeshadows perform very much as they are described.

The brand released single eyeshadows in March 2019, and the shades have been consistent in quality, look, and feel. They are not removable, unfortunately, so one would have to depot like any other single eyeshadow--I tried using tweezers and lifting on several shades to no avail. The lids are held closed by a weak magnet, so I'm not sure they're as secure as most single eyeshadow compacts in my stash--I wish it really locked in, but there's definitely a magnet that pulls the lid down if it's within 2mm of the base.

The mattes are velvety, blendable, and dense without being thick or too heavy, and they have semi-opaque to opaque pigmentation where a little can go a long way with some of the deeper and richer hues. The satin and pearl finishes are smooth, lightly creamy, and firmer but not dense or thick with good pigmentation, blendability, and easy application. The more metallic finishes tend to be softer, creamy, and smooth with a bit more denseness and no powderiness. The sparkly/glittery shades are often designed to be applied wet for richer coverage or intensity, which has largely been my experience. Most of the shades last between eight and nine hours.

Browse all of our Pat McGrath EYEdols Eyeshadow swatches.

Ingredients

Mica, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract, Dimethicone, Zinc Stearate, Talc, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Phenoxyethanol, Sorbic Acid, Tin Oxide, Silica, Iron Oxides (Ci 77491), Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Copper Powder (Ci 77400).

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.

Bronze Nebula

LELimited Edition. $25.00.
A
A
9
Product
10
Pigmentation
9
Texture
9
Longevity
5
Application
93%
Total

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Kira Avatar

Venomous Void, Odyssey, and Cosmik are so gorgeous. I was also happy to see Smoked Amethyst because it was the color I wanted most from the Subversive Metalmorphosis MTHRSHP palette. I hope Pat will release some of these shades as singles, as so many people missed out on this very limited launch.

Mariella Avatar

I do like the purple but can happily make do with dupes since I don’t wear purple all that often. Everything else is too red/orange for me. I will say though that I am so over Pat McGrath, largely because of this artificially manufactured “scarcity” of her products and what that says and does to loyal customers. That coupled with all that nonsense sequin stuff – I’m done! I guess it connects to the whole “mindfulness” issue that Christine mentioned….I’ve becoming more mindful regarding companies that seem to have little regard for the environment or for human beings who want to buy their stuff in a respectful and sane manner.

Christine L Avatar

My last order included a bunch of black plastic strands in the box that made a huge mess and were garbage! I don’t care for the sequins mess either. I love her products, but I have plenty and the artificial scarcity issue is below my pay grade, so I don’t even try.

Nancy T Avatar

Haven’t been able to stop using this one since feeling well enough to wear makeup in full glory again. Odyssey needs to be made PERMANENT. This is now my favorite purple eyeshadow. It doesn’t look like anything else I own, and it looks gorgeous with my blue-green eye color, too. But I actually love the entire palette beyond just Odyssey!

Valerie Avatar

Saturnalia is a spectacular shade and I hope she releases it as a single. It stayed on my eyeballs for almost 14 hours with barely any fading. Through a hot yoga class. A full day of work. It’s shockingly great.

Lesley Avatar

Once again, Mother Pat completely hits it out of the park with this one. This along with La Vie En Rose is just… any purple lover’s dream. Odyssey is truly the standout shade, and although I’m a bit miffed by the repeat shades in this collection, I would not complain even once if she decides to repeat Odyssey in future releases. Saturnalia too–an absolute dream to apply on the eyes.
My love for PML is much like the dynamic with a toxic boyfriend…. just when you want to stay mad, you just can’t. They’re just too gorgeous and lovable… you only hope that they will continue to stay on your good side.

Lucie Avatar

I wish I had been paying more attention when these were being previewed. I probably wouldn’t have gotten the chance to get one anyway based on how chaotic this release seemed, but I would have tried so hard had I realized Smoked Amethyst was in this palette. I couldn’t justify it when it was previously released because that was the only color I wanted. I am hoping it gets released as a single eventually.

Donna Avatar

I did manage to get this palette and mix shades with the En Vie palette. Purple dreams.

Strangely I received an email from Pat McGrath asking me to review this palette. I sometimes get these emails but other cosmetics I have bought from her not. This made me think are they actually going to release more? What is the point of reviewing when no once can buy it?

Susannah Avatar

I just got my Dark Galaxy palette a few days ago. There isn’t a single shade in here that isn’t absolutely stunning!!! I’ve been having a lot of fun playing with it, and think this is a very cohesive palette. I can see myself reaching for it often, as it applies very well and I’m able to put together a look quickly. I don’t mind the repeat shades in this or Galactic Gold, as I didn’t have any of them previously. I especially like the inclusion of Smoked Amethyst, as that was the one shade I really wanted out of the Metalmorphosis palette. When I went to use Odyssey for the first time, it made me think that I had a shade like that from Melt, and sure enough, it’s veeeery close to the shade Delirium from the Shapeshift Stack. I’d say Odyssey is slightly cooler and a little shinier, but otherwise they are very close, and the shift in each color looks identical.

Dana Avatar

In case anyone is interested, the more unusual of these shades have very close dupes imo in JD Glow’s galaxy shadows (also their metallics), Notoriously Morbid, and if memory serves, to a lesser degree over at Fyrinnae. Ladies, go on over and take a look at their sites, you will be amazed. I sometimes wonder how I get so enamored of these high end brands when half the time, certain indies give them a run for their money or sometimes even knock them out of the park.

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