Pat McGrath Sublime Seduction MTHRSHP Palette Review & Swatches

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Pat McGrath Sublime Seduction MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Sublime Seduction MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Sublime Seduction MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Sublime Seduction MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Sublime Seduction MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Sublime Seduction MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Sublime Seduction MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Sublime Seduction MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Sublime Seduction MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Sublime Seduction MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Sublime Seduction MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Sublime Seduction MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Sublime Seduction MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Sublime Seduction MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Sublime Seduction MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Sublime Seduction MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Sublime Seduction MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Sublime Seduction MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Sublime Seduction MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Sublime Seduction MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Sublime Seduction MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Sublime Seduction

Pat McGrath Sublime Seduction MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette ($65.00 for 0.42 oz.) is a new, limited edition six-pan palette that included three matte eyeshadows and three shimmer eyeshadows assorted into a warm-toned, neutral color story. I think if you have most of the brand’s past palettes, you likely have these shades in similar forms across palettes. It performed beautifully and was consistent with the brand’s quality, and it would have made more sense to release something like this (to me!) if it was permanent since it is a “core” kind of color story.

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

Sublime Seduction

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 Champagne Desire EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Champagne Desire EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Champagne Desire EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Champagne Desire EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Champagne Desire EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Champagne Desire EYEdols Eyeshadow

Champagne Desire

Champagne Desire is a light peach with warmer, more orange-leaning undertones and a smooth, metallic sheen.

  • 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

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.

Champagne Desire

LELimited Edition. $25.00.
A+
A+
10
Product
10
Pigmentation
10
Texture
9.5
Longevity
5
Application
99%
Total
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Pat McGrath Peach Persuasion EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Peach Persuasion EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Peach Persuasion EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Peach Persuasion EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Peach Persuasion EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Peach Persuasion EYEdols Eyeshadow

Peach Persuasion

Peach Persuasion is a muted, medium-dark peachy coral with warm, orange 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

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.

Peach Persuasion

LELimited Edition. $25.00.
A+
A+
10
Product
10
Pigmentation
10
Texture
9.5
Longevity
5
Application
99%
Total
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Pat McGrath Bronze Fantasy EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Bronze Fantasy EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Bronze Fantasy EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Bronze Fantasy EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Bronze Fantasy EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Bronze Fantasy EYEdols Eyeshadow

Bronze Fantasy

Bronze Fantasy is a rich, medium-dark bronze with moderate, warm red 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

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.

Bronze Fantasy

LELimited Edition. $25.00.
A+
A+
10
Product
10
Pigmentation
10
Texture
9.5
Longevity
5
Application
99%
Total
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Pat McGrath Sable Seduction EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Sable Seduction EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Sable Seduction EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Sable Seduction EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Sable Seduction EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Sable Seduction EYEdols Eyeshadow

Sable Seduction

Sable Seduction is a medium-dark brown with subtle, warm yellow 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

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.

Sable Seduction

LELimited Edition. $25.00.
A
A
9.5
Product
9.5
Pigmentation
9.5
Texture
9.5
Longevity
5
Application
96%
Total
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Pat McGrath Honey Lustre EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Honey Lustre EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Honey Lustre EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Honey Lustre EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Honey Lustre EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Honey Lustre EYEdols Eyeshadow

Honey Lustre

Honey Lustre is a light, golden copper with strong, warm 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), touch of fallout over time

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

Top 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.

Honey Lustre

LELimited Edition. $25.00.
A
A
9.5
Product
10
Pigmentation
9.5
Texture
9
Longevity
5
Application
96%
Total
1 of 2
Pat McGrath Burning Desire (Sublime Seduction) EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Burning Desire (Sublime Seduction) EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Burning Desire (Sublime Seduction) EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Burning Desire (Sublime Seduction) EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Burning Desire (Sublime Seduction) EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Burning Desire (Sublime Seduction) EYEdols Eyeshadow

Burning Desire (Sublime Seduction)

Burning Desire (Sublime Seduction) is a medium-dark terracotta brown 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

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.

Burning Desire (Sublime Seduction)

LELimited Edition. $25.00.
A
A
9.5
Product
9.5
Pigmentation
9.5
Texture
9.5
Longevity
5
Application
96%
Total

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Lisa Avatar

It’s really strange to me, that while this is obviously a great palette, she is literally doing the same thing over and over and over. I can’t understand what’s going on with this brand.

Mariella Avatar

My thoughts to a “t”….I said as much the other day when Christine showed the 3 (or 4?) new palettes PMG is releasing. Nothing new or exciting and it’s sort of like “if you have 2 or 3 palettes, you’ve got them all….” (fwiw, I only have one of her smaller palettes and even so, I find this repetitive).

Shawne Avatar

When I first saw the collection, I was excited, but as I saw it closer, I skipped it launch all together. Because as you mentioned, I have these shades. I know it must be hard to have to be creative on a schedule, and I’m not asking brands to reinvent the wheel, but if I’m going to spend that much money, I need something more. This brand always lures me back in with the packaging, but repeat shades in smaller pan sizes just aren’t doing it for me anymore.

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