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 Sublime Bronze Temptation MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette Review & Swatches https://www.temptalia.com/pat-mcgrath-sublime-bronze-temptation-mthrshp-eyeshadow-palette-review-swatches/ palette https://www.temptalia.com/pat-mcgrath-sublime-bronze-temptation-mthrshp-eyeshadow-palette-review-swatches/#comments Sun, 28 Oct 2018 19:00:00 +0000 Christine https://www.temptalia.com/?p=363208 Pat McGrath Sublime Bronze Temptation MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette ($55.00 for 0.42 oz.) is a new, limited edition six-pan palette that features a mix of neutrals with a pop of emerald green. Of the holiday palettes released, this was one of the more cohesive ones as it had a mix of mattes and shimmers, lights and darks, so I could see it working well for a myriad of looks and preferences. Celestial is a light-medium, golden beige with warm undertones and a sparkling, metallic finish. The consistency was lightly creamy, soft, and blendable, though it was more loosely-pressed in the pan Continue Reading… ]]>
Pat McGrath Sublime Bronze Temptation MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Sublime Bronze Temptation

Pat McGrath Sublime Bronze Temptation MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette ($55.00 for 0.42 oz.) is a new, limited edition six-pan palette that features a mix of neutrals with a pop of emerald green. Of the holiday palettes released, this was one of the more cohesive ones as it had a mix of mattes and shimmers, lights and darks, so I could see it working well for a myriad of looks and preferences.

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A Green, Gold, & Berry Look featuring Pat McGrath Sublime Bronze Temptation

A Green, Gold, & Berry Look featuring Pat McGrath Sublime Bronze Temptation

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A Sublime Halloween Look featuring Pat McGrath Sublime Palettes

A Sublime Halloween Look featuring Pat McGrath Sublime Palettes

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A Gold & Green Look featuring Pat McGrath & Natasha Denona (Christmas 2018)

A Gold & Green Look featuring Pat McGrath & Natasha Denona (Christmas 2018)

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Sublime Bronze Temptation

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 Celestial EYEdols Eyeshadow

Celestial

Celestial is a light-medium, golden beige with warm undertones and a sparkling, metallic finish. The consistency was lightly creamy, soft, and blendable, though it was more loosely-pressed in the pan compared to the other shimmer/metallic shades in the mini palettes. It was easy to apply to bare skin, as it had opaque color coverage that adhered well and lasted for almost 10 hours on me.

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.

Ingredients

Celestial

DCDiscontinued. $25.00.
A+
A+
10
Product
10
Pigmentation
10
Texture
10
Longevity
5
Application
100%
Total
Quick Shop: Sephora, Ulta, Pat McGrath, Sephora (CA)Sephora (CA)
Pat McGrath Burning Desire EYEdols Eyeshadow

Burning Desire

Burning Desire is a medium brown with warm, yellowish undertones and a matte finish. It had rich color payoff paired with a smooth, velvety texture that was finely-milled, blendable, and soft enough to be easy to pick up and to use but didn’t have fallout or dustiness in the pan. The eyeshadow stayed on well for nine and a half hours on me before fading slightly.

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.

Burning Desire

LELimited Edition. $25.00.
A+
A+
10
Product
10
Pigmentation
10
Texture
10
Longevity
5
Application
100%
Total
Quick Shop: Sephora, Ulta, Pat McGrath, Sephora (CA)Sephora (CA)
Pat McGrath Supernova EYEdols Eyeshadow

Supernova

Supernova is a rich, emerald green with subtle, warm undertones and a sparkling, metallic sheen. It had opaque color coverage that applied evenly and smoothly onto my lid in a single layer. The texture was soft, lightly creamy, and a bit more firmly-pressed in the pan compared to the other shimmery shades in the palette, though it wasn’t stiff or difficult to pick up with a brush. The eyeshadow lasted well for nine and a half hours on me before it started to crease noticeably.

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.

Supernova

LELimited Edition. $25.00.
A
A
9.5
Product
10
Pigmentation
9.5
Texture
10
Longevity
5
Application
98%
Total
Quick Shop: Sephora, Ulta, Pat McGrath, Sephora (CA)Sephora (CA)
Pat McGrath Dark Paradise EYEdols Eyeshadow

Dark Paradise

Dark Paradise is a muted, medium-dark brown with subtle, warm undertones and a matte finish. The pigmentation was nearly opaque in a single layer, while the texture was soft, velvety, and blendable without being powdery or too firmly pressed in the pan. It lasted well on my lids for nine hours before fading a touch.

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.

Dark Paradise

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

Corruption

Corruption is a deep plum with warm, copper-brown undertones that shifted from pinky-plum to red-copper. It had a really interesting shift when swatched on my arm, but it wasn’t quite as noticeable on my lid–it tended to look like a reddish-plum most of the time. The texture was smooth, lightly creamy, and felt firmer in the pan with a slightly thicker consistency compared to other shades. I didn’t have any trouble picking it up with a brush or blending out the edges on my lid, but it wasn’t quite as effortless as other shades in the palette (that’s what happens when you set the bar so high!). It stayed on nicely for almost 10 hours on me before creasing faintly.

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.

Ingredients

Silica, Mica, Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Mica, Zinc Stearate, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Phenoxyethanol, Sorbic Acid, Boron Nitride, Talc, Ethylene/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Poloxamer 338, Iron Oxides (Ci 77491), Yellow 5 Lake (Ci 19140), Ferric Ammonium 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.

Corruption

LELimited Edition. $25.00.
A
A
9
Product
10
Pigmentation
9
Texture
10
Longevity
5
Application
96%
Total
Quick Shop: Sephora, Ulta, Pat McGrath, Sephora (CA)Sephora (CA)
Pat McGrath Provocatrix EYEdols Eyeshadow

Provocatrix

Provocatrix is a medium, reddish bronze base with gold-to-green shifting shimmer paired with a sparkling, metallic finish. It had was richly pigmented with a soft, lightly creamy texture that was more loosely-pressed in the pan, but it applied well to bare skin and went on evenly while blending easily along the edges. This shade wore well for nine and a half hours on me before it creased faintly.

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.

Provocatrix

LELimited Edition. $25.00.
A
A
9.5
Product
10
Pigmentation
9.5
Texture
10
Longevity
5
Application
98%
Total
Quick Shop: Sephora, Ulta, Pat McGrath, Sephora (CA)Sephora (CA)

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