Temptalia https://www.temptalia.com 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! Tue, 07 Apr 2026 15:44:11 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.9.13 Pat McGrath Iconic Infatuation MTHRSHP Palette Review & Swatches https://www.temptalia.com/pat-mcgrath-iconic-infatuation-mthrshp-palette-review-swatches/ palette https://www.temptalia.com/pat-mcgrath-iconic-infatuation-mthrshp-palette-review-swatches/#comments Sat, 11 Feb 2023 22:00:00 +0000 Christine https://www.temptalia.com/?p=537152 Pat McGrath Iconic Infatuation MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette ($65.00 for 0.42 oz.) is a new, limited edition pink-tinted neutral color story that included three matte eyeshadows and three shimmer eyeshadows. Two of the shimmers had more sparkle than typical for the brand's more metallic eyeshadows, so they seemed a touch more loosely-pressed to accommodate the larger particle sparkle. The eyeshadows were blendable, easy to work with, and pigmented--definitely consistent with the brand's quality. Worth noting, just by touch, initially, there felt like there was a slight firmness to the mattes that gave away immediately, so not at all a real issue, Continue Reading… ]]>
Pat McGrath Iconic Infatuation MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Iconic Infatuation

Pat McGrath Iconic Infatuation MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette ($65.00 for 0.42 oz.) is a new, limited edition pink-tinted neutral color story that included three matte eyeshadows and three shimmer eyeshadows. Two of the shimmers had more sparkle than typical for the brand’s more metallic eyeshadows, so they seemed a touch more loosely-pressed to accommodate the larger particle sparkle. The eyeshadows were blendable, easy to work with, and pigmented–definitely consistent with the brand’s quality.

Worth noting, just by touch, initially, there felt like there was a slight firmness to the mattes that gave away immediately, so not at all a real issue, but it was not something I’ve normally experienced with the brand’s eyeshadows in the past.

Ingredients

Iconic Infatuation

LELimited Edition. $65.00.
A
A
9.5
Product
9.5
Pigmentation
9.5
Texture
9.5
Longevity
5
Application
96%
Total
Quick Shop: Sephora, Ulta, Pat McGrath, Sephora (CA)Sephora (CA)
Pat McGrath Candlelight Affair EYEdols Eyeshadow

Candlelight Affair

Candlelight Affair is a light peach with warmer, slightly orange-leaning undertones paired with a sparkling, metallic finish. It was one of the more sparkling “regular” shimmer eyeshadows I’ve seen from the brand (usually reserved for the special, or domed, shades).

  • Opaque pigmentation
  • Creamy, smooth, slightly loosely-pressed
  • Easy to pick up with dry brush, applied evenly, blendable
  • Long-wearing (9 hours), slight fallout over time

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

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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.

Candlelight Affair

LELimited Edition. $25.00.
A
A
9
Product
10
Pigmentation
9
Texture
9
Longevity
5
Application
93%
Total
Quick Shop: Sephora, Ulta, Pat McGrath, Sephora (CA)Sephora (CA)
Pat McGrath Bare Venus EYEdols Eyeshadow

Bare Venus

Bare Venus is a medium peach with moderate, warm pink-leaning undertones and a matte finish.

  • Semi-paque, buildable pigmentation
  • Smooth, finely-milled, slight powderiness
  • Applied evenly and was blendable
  • Long-wearing (9 hours)

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

Top Dupes

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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.

Bare Venus

LELimited Edition. $25.00.
A
A
9.5
Product
9.5
Pigmentation
9
Texture
9.5
Longevity
5
Application
94%
Total
Quick Shop: Sephora, Ulta, Pat McGrath, Sephora (CA)Sephora (CA)
Pat McGrath Platinum Divinity EYEdols Eyeshadow

Platinum Divinity

Platinum Divinity is a medium-dark taupe-brown with subtle, warm reddish undertones and a sparkling, metallic finish.

  • Opaque pigmentation
  • Creamy, smooth, slightly loosely-pressed
  • Easy to pick up with dry brush, applied evenly, blendable
  • Long-wearing (9 hours)

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

Top Dupes

View All Dupes
These are the dupes the editor has pulled but not yet rated and officially entered.

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.

Platinum Divinity

LELimited Edition. $25.00.
A
A
9.5
Product
10
Pigmentation
9.5
Texture
9.5
Longevity
5
Application
97%
Total
Quick Shop: Sephora, Ulta, Pat McGrath, Sephora (CA)Sephora (CA)
Pat McGrath Eternal Love EYEdols Eyeshadow

Eternal Love

Eternal Love is a medium-dark taupe-brown with subtle, cool undertones and a matte finish.

  • Opaque pigmentation
  • Smooth, finely-milled, very little powderiness
  • Applied evenly and was blendable
  • Long-wearing (9 hours)

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

Top Dupes

View All Dupes
These are the dupes the editor has pulled but not yet rated and officially entered.

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.

Eternal Love

LELimited Edition. $25.00.
A
A
9.5
Product
10
Pigmentation
9.5
Texture
9.5
Longevity
5
Application
97%
Total
Quick Shop: Sephora, Ulta, Pat McGrath, Sephora (CA)Sephora (CA)
Pat McGrath Fleurever Adored EYEdols Eyeshadow

Fleurever Adored

Fleurever Adored is a rich, medium-dark rosy copper with moderate, warm undertones and a metallic finish.

  • Opaque pigmentation
  • Creamy, smooth, dense without being overly firm
  • Easy to pick up with dry brush, applied evenly, blendable
  • Long-wearing (9 hours)

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

Top Dupes

View All Dupes
These are the dupes the editor has pulled but not yet rated and officially entered.

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.

Fleurever Adored

LELimited Edition. $25.00.
A+
A+
10
Product
10
Pigmentation
10
Texture
9.5
Longevity
5
Application
99%
Total
Quick Shop: Sephora, Ulta, Pat McGrath, Sephora (CA)Sephora (CA)
Pat McGrath Endearment EYEdols Eyeshadow

Endearment

Endearment is a medium-dark, dusty plum with warm, reddish undertones and a matte finish.

  • Nearly opaque pigmentation
  • Smooth, finely-milled, very little powderiness
  • Applied evenly and was blendable
  • Long-wearing (9 hours)

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

Top Dupes

View All Dupes
These are the dupes the editor has pulled but not yet rated and officially entered.

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.

Endearment

LELimited Edition. $25.00.
A
A
9.5
Product
9.5
Pigmentation
9.5
Texture
9.5
Longevity
5
Application
96%
Total
Quick Shop: Sephora, Ulta, Pat McGrath, Sephora (CA)Sephora (CA)
Pat McGrath Iconic Infatuation MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Iconic Infatuation MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Iconic Infatuation MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Iconic Infatuation MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Iconic Infatuation MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Iconic Infatuation MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Iconic Infatuation MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Iconic Infatuation MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Iconic Infatuation MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Iconic Infatuation MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Iconic Infatuation MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Iconic Infatuation MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Iconic Infatuation MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Iconic Infatuation MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Candlelight Affair EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Candlelight Affair EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Candlelight Affair EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Candlelight Affair EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Bare Venus EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Bare Venus EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Bare Venus EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Bare Venus EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Platinum Divinity EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Platinum Divinity EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Platinum Divinity EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Platinum Divinity EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Eternal Love EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Eternal Love EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Eternal Love EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Eternal Love EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Fleurever Adored EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Fleurever Adored EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Fleurever Adored EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Fleurever Adored EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Endearment EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Endearment EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Endearment EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Endearment EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Iconic Infatuation MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Iconic Infatuation MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Iconic Infatuation MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Iconic Infatuation MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Iconic Infatuation MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Iconic Infatuation MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Iconic Infatuation MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Iconic Infatuation MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Iconic Infatuation MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Iconic Infatuation MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Iconic Infatuation MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Iconic Infatuation MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Iconic Infatuation MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Iconic Infatuation MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Candlelight Affair EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Candlelight Affair EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Candlelight Affair EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Candlelight Affair EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Bare Venus EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Bare Venus EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Bare Venus EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Bare Venus EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Platinum Divinity EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Platinum Divinity EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Platinum Divinity EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Platinum Divinity EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Eternal Love EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Eternal Love EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Eternal Love EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Eternal Love EYEdols Eyeshadow

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Pat McGrath Fleurever Adored EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Fleurever Adored EYEdols Eyeshadow

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Pat McGrath Endearment EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Endearment EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Endearment EYEdols Eyeshadow

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