Pat McGrath EYEdols Eyeshadows Reviews & Swatches (Part 2)

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Pat McGrath Gold Standard EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Gold Standard EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Gold Standard EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Gold Standard EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Gold Standard EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Gold Standard EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Gold Standard EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Gold Standard EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Gold Standard EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Gold Standard EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Gold Standard EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Gold Standard EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Gold Standard EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Gold Standard EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Gold Standard EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Gold Standard EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Gold Standard EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Gold Standard EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Gold Standard EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Gold Standard EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Gold Standard EYEdols Eyeshadow

Gold Standard

Pat McGrath Gold Standard Eyeshadow ($25.00 for 0.04 oz.) is a bright, medium gold with warm, yellow undertones and a metallic shine. The color payoff was opaque in a single layer and adhered evenly to bare skin. The texture was lightly creamy, smooth, and denser without being thick or stiff to work with. It lasted well for almost 10 hours on me before fading slightly. It performed consistently with the versions found in the Subversive Metalmorphosis and Decadence palettes.

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

Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Talc, Zinc Stearate, Silica, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Phenoxyethanol, Sorbic Acid, Tin Oxide, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491, Ci 77492).

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.

Gold Standard

LELimited Edition. $25.00.
A+
A+
10
Product
10
Pigmentation
10
Texture
10
Longevity
5
Application
100%
Total

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Pat McGrath Statuesque EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Statuesque EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Statuesque EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Statuesque EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Statuesque EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Statuesque EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Statuesque EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Statuesque EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Statuesque EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Statuesque EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Statuesque EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Statuesque EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Statuesque EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Statuesque EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Statuesque EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Statuesque EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Statuesque EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Statuesque EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Statuesque EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Statuesque EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Statuesque EYEdols Eyeshadow

Statuesque

Pat McGrath Statuesque Eyeshadow ($25.00 for 0.04 oz.) is a soft, golden taupe with subtle, warm undertones and a matte finish. It had opaque pigmentation with a soft and blendable texture that was slightly thinner than other matte shades by the brand but nothing that had a meaningful impact on application or wear that I could tell. It lasted well for nine hours on me 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

Statuesque

DCDiscontinued. $25.00.
A
A
9.5
Product
10
Pigmentation
9.5
Texture
9.5
Longevity
5
Application
97%
Total
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Pat McGrath Lapis Luxury EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Lapis Luxury EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Lapis Luxury EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Lapis Luxury EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Lapis Luxury EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Lapis Luxury EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Lapis Luxury EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Lapis Luxury EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Lapis Luxury EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Lapis Luxury EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Lapis Luxury EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Lapis Luxury EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Lapis Luxury EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Lapis Luxury EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Lapis Luxury EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Lapis Luxury EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Lapis Luxury EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Lapis Luxury EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Lapis Luxury EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Lapis Luxury EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Lapis Luxury EYEdols Eyeshadow

Lapis Luxury

Pat McGrath Lapis Luxury Eyeshadow ($25.00 for 0.04 oz.) is a rich, medium-dark blue-teal with cool undertones and a metallic finish. It was intensely pigmented where a little went a long, long way. The consistency was creamy, smooth, and dense without being thick, so it was soft enough to pick up with a brush but had no fallout when applied and blended out easily along the edges. It wore beautifully for just under 10 hours on me before fading a touch. It performed consistently with the version found in the Decadence palette.

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, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract, Stearyl Dimethicone, Glyceryl Behenate, Zinc Stearate, Silica, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Phenoxyethanol, Octadecene, Sorbic Acid, Tin Oxide, Aluminum Dimyristate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Talc, Water/Aqua, Honey Extract, Sodium Benzoate, Iron Oxides (Ci 77499), Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Aluminum Powder (Ci 77000), Ferric Ammonium Ferrocyanide (Ci 77510), Ferric Ferrocyanide (Ci 77510).

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.

Lapis Luxury

PiPPermanent in Palette. $25.00.
A+
A+
10
Product
10
Pigmentation
10
Texture
10
Longevity
5
Application
100%
Total
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Pat McGrath Purple Reign EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Purple Reign EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Purple Reign EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Purple Reign EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Purple Reign EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Purple Reign EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Purple Reign EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Purple Reign EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Purple Reign EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Purple Reign EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Purple Reign EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Purple Reign EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Purple Reign EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Purple Reign EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Purple Reign EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Purple Reign EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Purple Reign EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Purple Reign EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Purple Reign EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Purple Reign EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Purple Reign EYEdols Eyeshadow

Purple Reign

Pat McGrath Purple Reign Eyeshadow ($25.00 for 0.04 oz.) is a bright, medium purple with subtle, cool undertones and a pearly sheen. It was richly pigmented with a smooth, lightly creamy texture–dense and a bit more firmly-pressed in the pan–but it picked up well with a brush and applied evenly to bare skin. It stayed on well for almost nine and a half hours before fading slightly on me. It was consistent with the version found in the Subversive La Vie En Rose palette.

This shade was listed as a “EYEdols Pressed Pigment” on the packaging but I didn’t see any warning about use; it contains Red 7 Lake and Red 28 Lake, both of which are listed as “no” for the eye area as color additives by FDA (these are commonly used in other “Pigment” type products that come with the “not intended to be used on the immediate eye area” warning in the US, approved for use areas like the EU).

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

Purple Reign

DCDiscontinued. $25.00.
A
A
9.5
Product
10
Pigmentation
9.5
Texture
9.5
Longevity
5
Application
97%
Total
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Pat McGrath Synthetica EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Synthetica EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Synthetica EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Synthetica EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Synthetica EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Synthetica EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Synthetica EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Synthetica EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Synthetica EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Synthetica EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Synthetica EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Synthetica EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Synthetica EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Synthetica EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Synthetica EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Synthetica EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath EYEdols Eyeshadows | Look Details
Pat McGrath EYEdols Eyeshadows | Look Details
Pat McGrath EYEdols Eyeshadows | Look Details
Pat McGrath EYEdols Eyeshadows | Look Details
Pat McGrath Synthetica EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Synthetica EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Synthetica EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Synthetica EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Synthetica EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Synthetica EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Synthetica EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Synthetica EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath EYEdols Eyeshadows | Look Details
Pat McGrath EYEdols Eyeshadows | Look Details

Synthetica

Pat McGrath Synthetica Eyeshadow ($25.00 for 0.04 oz.) is a medium purple with subtle, cool undertones and a sparkling finish. It had nearly opaque pigmentation but seemed like it was packed with more sparkle than base pigment, which is why there was a slight sheerness detected along the edges if I looked closely. The texture was lightly creamy, dense without being thick, and despite the amount of sparkle in it, the color adhered well with minimal fallout both during application as well as over the nine hours it lasted for.

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, Silica, Zinc Stearate, Mica, Talc, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Phenoxyethanol, Tin Oxide, Sorbic Acid, 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.

Synthetica

DCDiscontinued. $25.00.
A-
A-
9
Product
9.5
Pigmentation
9
Texture
9
Longevity
5
Application
92%
Total
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Pat McGrath Dark Matter EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Dark Matter EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Dark Matter EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Dark Matter EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Dark Matter EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Dark Matter EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Dark Matter EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Dark Matter EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Dark Matter EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Dark Matter EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Dark Matter EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Dark Matter EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Dark Matter EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Dark Matter EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Dark Matter EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Dark Matter EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Dark Matter EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Dark Matter EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Dark Matter EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Dark Matter EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Dark Matter EYEdols Eyeshadow

Dark Matter

Pat McGrath Dark Matter Eyeshadow ($25.00 for 0.04 oz.) is a medium-dark black with a satin finish. It had rich, opaque pigmentation with a smooth, denser consistency–it felt like a cream-powder hybrid, as there was some slip to it but didn’t actually feel wet nor did it indent when pushed on. If you’re someone who likes to use black eyeshadow to darken other shades and always worries about overdoing it, this type of texture is great for darkening without fallout or fear of going too heavy as it’s very easy to control. It wore well for 10 hours before fading slightly on me. It performed consistently with the version found in the Subliminal Dark Star palette.

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, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract, Stearyl Dimethicone, Glyceryl Behenate, Zinc Stearate, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Octadecene, Phenoxyethanol, Sorbic Acid, Talc. May Contain (+/-): 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.

Dark Matter

LELimited Edition. $25.00.
A
A
9.5
Product
10
Pigmentation
9.5
Texture
10
Longevity
5
Application
98%
Total

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Stephanie Avatar

I’m loving these shadows but I’m confused about the F rating on Lapis Luxury. You state in the review that it had intense pigmentation and creamy smooth and dense consistency without being too thick, yet you gave it really low ratings for pigmentation and texture. From the way you describe it, it should be rated at least a B+ I think. Maybe there was an error of some sort?

Christine Avatar

Sorry, Stephanie – that’s just me being a totally inept and typing wrong and proceeding to apparently miss it when I previewed the most. It should be fixed now. Again, I’m really sorry for my carelessness and stupidity causing you confusion and wasting your time to ask me about it at all!

Stephanie Avatar

No worries Christine! I had a feeling it was an error and mistakes happen. I’m sorry I made you feel that way. Thank you for correcting the error. I really enjoy your reviews. I’m so glad that Pat McGrath has released singles of her eyeshadows. It’s as if she read our mind!

Deborah S. Avatar

Christine, I think there is an error for the review score under Lapis Luxury on the introductory page. Under the body of the review it shows an A+ but the face page says a C+. I was shocked when I saw it because of how it swatched and how it has performed in the past. These are all beautiful and I will be picking up a couple once I decide to end my low buy. So glad they are permanent.

Deborah S. Avatar

Yes, my saying the photo was wrong was my stupid error. I had already backed out of the post and then made the mistake of trusting my memory so I was thinking of Synthetica. Just ignore me! Synthetica is one of the ones I will pick up for sure. That and Lapis are just really beautiful shades. I am hoping she broadens her shade range with future single releases. Thank you, Christine.

Anne Avatar

I have found, as a general rule, that a line’s best quality e/shadows are its singles. I’m not entirely sure why that is the case. Perhaps it’s because they are permanent (at least for awhile) and their manufacture doesn’t have to meet some artificial deadline like — spring collection, summer collection, holiday collection, etc. Yes, they usually are more expensive, but they tend to include more product. If you find a beautiful color that screams ‘you’, I think the added price is worth it. Said another way, how many colors go unused and unloved in a palette? How much is their wasted collective cost? Finally, if you love the purples and blues, these are a very good buy due to their quality. Most purples and blues aren’t. And, you don’t have to purchase them all at the same time. It’s all in how you value the cost of the singles vs the cost of palettes. In the long run, which are really the value purchase? For me, it’s the singles — hands down.

Abby Avatar

Your eye look in this post is stunning, beautiful, gorgeous, etc. <3 I love your use of color, especially that purple, which is to die for. THANK YOU for all of your amazing reviews and swatches!

Alicia Avatar

Sigh… I need to win the lottery so that I can buy them all! In seriousness though, I have wanted the Mothership IV Decadance palette ever since it was released, especially for Lapis Luxury. I couldn’t t afford it at the time and it has been out of stock ever since I tucked away enough $ for it. I may end up just buying a few of the singles to compliment my other Mothership palettes. It’s been so hard to buy other brands since I got my Pat McGrath palettes because they just don’t perform as well. I’m totally in love with her formulas.

Nancy T Avatar

Despite having UD Plunge and CP Coconut, I am so getting Lapis Luxury! This is 100% identical to a perfect metallic teal e/s that I owned in my early 20’s made by Revlon. Yes, Revlon once knew how to make great eyeshadow, way back!
Dark Matter is on my list for the inevitable day I run out of MAC Nehru. So far, that has been my easiest to use black e/s.

But, hey, now we have got to talk about that SUBLIME eye look you made from these shades! This is Pro level talent!

Jane Avatar

HI Christine,

If you have the original Dark Matter (domed single) that came her first set, would you say it performs the same? Thanks! Very nice look on the eye, but not enough for me to shell out $25 a pop. Haven’t seen a color yet in the lot that does s siren’s call to me. 😉

Jane Avatar

Argh, no dupe in my collection for Lapis Luxury and I don’t have the Decadence palette (boo hoo). I’m convincing myself I don’t need it since I don’t use that color a lot. (While yet, thinking about it in my afterthoughts, LOL!)

aries Avatar

I am loving these… Purple Reign though!!!! *drool* I was really hoping it was closer to Enchanted from ABH, but I can easily justify having both. Dah well, I’m making a huge investment in my vanity and creativity this year because I am FINALLY going to get some PMG; I can’t wait any longer!!! lol I saw other searches and love how they look on brown skin.

Jane Avatar

I felt the same way and during the holidays PMG (and I think Sephora) had some great sales that saved me a lot on my first PMG palette Mothership I Subliminal, normally €115 I was able to purchase for €86 (I think it was a 25% off sale). So, if you can wait a little longer, I’d say wait for a sale.

Tracey E Avatar

Loving the vibrant shades in this grouping. Personally drawn to Synthetica.

Christine, in the dupes for Statuesque, there are references to “PiP” in the brackets for a number of dupes. What does ‘PiP’ refer to?

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