Pat McGrath Sublime Smoke Mini Eyeshadow Palette Review & Swtaches

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Pat McGrath Sublime Smoke Mini Eye Shadow Palette
Pat McGrath Sublime Smoke Mini Eye Shadow Palette
Pat McGrath Sublime Smoke Mini Eye Shadow Palette
Pat McGrath Sublime Smoke Mini Eye Shadow Palette
Pat McGrath Sublime Smoke Mini Eye Shadow Palette
Pat McGrath Sublime Smoke Mini Eye Shadow Palette
Pat McGrath Sublime Smoke Mini Eye Shadow Palette
Pat McGrath Sublime Smoke Mini Eye Shadow Palette
Pat McGrath Sublime Smoke Mini Eye Shadow Palette
Pat McGrath Sublime Smoke Mini Eye Shadow Palette
Pat McGrath Sublime Smoke Mini Eye Shadow Palette
Pat McGrath Sublime Smoke Mini Eye Shadow Palette
Pat McGrath Sublime Smoke Mini Eye Shadow Palette
Pat McGrath Sublime Smoke Mini Eye Shadow Palette
Pat McGrath Sublime Smoke Mini Eye Shadow Palette
Pat McGrath Sublime Smoke Mini Eye Shadow Palette
Pat McGrath Sublime Smoke Mini Eye Shadow Palette
Pat McGrath Sublime Smoke Mini Eye Shadow Palette
Pat McGrath Sublime Smoke Mini Eye Shadow Palette
Pat McGrath Sublime Smoke Mini Eye Shadow Palette
Pat McGrath Sublime Smoke Mini Eye Shadow Palette

Sublime Smoke

Pat McGrath Sublime Smoke Mini Eye Shadow Palette ($29.00 for 0.10 oz.) is a lil’ palette–really a micro palette!–that includes six previously-released shades from the brand. It is a handy, warm-toned neutral color story that performed well, so for those who love PMG’s formula or are in need of a tiny, travel-friendly neutral palette, it could be a lovely addition. For others, I can definitely see it being territory that’s been covered in the past.

Ingredients

Sublime Smoke

LELimited Edition. $29.00.
A
A
9.5
Product
9.5
Pigmentation
9.5
Texture
9.5
Longevity
5
Application
96%
Total
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Pat McGrath Skinshow Divine Glow EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Skinshow Divine Glow EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Skinshow Divine Glow EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Skinshow Divine Glow EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Skinshow Divine Glow EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Skinshow Divine Glow EYEdols Eyeshadow

Skinshow Divine Glow

Skinshow Divine Glow is a light, peachy beige with strong, warm undertones and a metallic sheen.

  • Nearly opaque pigmentation
  • Smooth, moderately emollient consistency without being too dense
  • Picked up readily with dry brush, blended out well
  • Long-wearing (9.5 hours 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.

Ingredients

Talc, Mica, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Dimethicone, Dimethiconol, Tetrasodium Edta, Tin Oxide, Zinc Stearate, Chlorphenesin, Potassium Sorbate, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492), Carmine (CI 75470).

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.

Skinshow Divine Glow

PiPPermanent in Palette. $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 Taboo EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Taboo EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Taboo EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Taboo EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Taboo EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Taboo EYEdols Eyeshadow

Taboo

Taboo is a light-medium brown with strong, warm yellow undertones and a matte finish. It was a smidgen more powdery than the original I have.

  • Opaque color coverage
  • Velvety, smooth, finely-milled without being too powdery
  • Applied evenly and was blendable
  • Long-wearing (9 hours 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.

Ingredients

Talc, Ptfe, Zinc Stearate, Polyethylene, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Alumina, Glycerin, Silica, Iron Oxides (CI 77492, CI 77491, 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.

Taboo

PiPPermanent in Palette. $25.00.
A
A
9.5
Product
10
Pigmentation
9
Texture
9.5
Longevity
5
Application
96%
Total
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Pat McGrath Bronze Eclipse EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Bronze Eclipse EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Bronze Eclipse EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Bronze Eclipse EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Bronze Eclipse EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Bronze Eclipse EYEdols Eyeshadow

Bronze Eclipse

Bronze Eclipse is a light-medium, golden bronze with strong, warm undertones and a smooth, metallic finish.

  • Opaque pigmentation
  • Smooth, moderately emollient consistency without being too dense
  • Picked up readily with dry brush, blended out well
  • Long-wearing (9.5 hours 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.

Ingredients

Mica, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Zinc Stearate, Hydrogenated Polycyclopentadiene, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Talc, Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Glycerides, Isododecane, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides, Tin Oxide, Iron Oxides (CI 77491, 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.

Bronze Eclipse

PiPPermanent in Palette. $25.00.
A+
A+
10
Product
10
Pigmentation
10
Texture
9.5
Longevity
5
Application
99%
Total
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Pat McGrath Xtreme Dusk EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Xtreme Dusk EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Xtreme Dusk EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Xtreme Dusk EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Xtreme Dusk EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Xtreme Dusk EYEdols Eyeshadow

Xtreme Dusk

Xtreme Dusk is a blackened brown with cooler undertones and a matte finish.

  • Nearly opaque color coverage
  • Slightly firmer compared to other mattes, finely-milled without being too powdery
  • Applied evenly and was blendable
  • Long-wearing (9 hours 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.

Ingredients

Ptfe, Talc, Zinc Stearate, Polyethylene, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Silica, Iron Oxides (CI 77499, CI 77491, CI 77492), Carmine (CI 75470).

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.

Xtreme Dusk

PiPPermanent in Palette. $25.00.
A
A
9
Product
9.5
Pigmentation
9
Texture
9.5
Longevity
5
Application
93%
Total
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Pat McGrath Bronze Blaze EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Bronze Blaze EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Bronze Blaze EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Bronze Blaze EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Bronze Blaze EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Bronze Blaze EYEdols Eyeshadow

Bronze Blaze

Bronze Blaze is a rich, medium-dark copper with strong, warm undertones and a smooth, metallic finish. It doesn’t have glitter like the original release (and the glitter was removed in subsequent restocks of the palette it came in).

  • Opaque pigmentation
  • Smooth, moderately emollient consistency without being too dense
  • Picked up readily with dry brush, blended out well
  • Long-wearing (9.5 hours 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.

Ingredients

Talc, Mica, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Dimethicone, Silica, Diisostearyl Malate, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tin Oxide, Glass Beads, Zinc Stearate, Tocopherol, Iron Oxides (CI 77491, 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.

Bronze Blaze

PiPPermanent in Palette. $25.00.
A+
A+
10
Product
10
Pigmentation
10
Texture
9.5
Longevity
5
Application
99%
Total
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Pat McGrath Xtreme Mahogany EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Xtreme Mahogany EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Xtreme Mahogany EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Xtreme Mahogany EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Xtreme Mahogany EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Xtreme Mahogany EYEdols Eyeshadow

Xtreme Mahogany

Xtreme Mahogany is a deeper, rich reddish-brown with subtle, warm undertones and a matte finish.

  • Opaque color coverage
  • Velvety, smooth, finely-milled without being too powdery
  • Applied evenly and was blendable
  • Long-wearing (9 hours 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.

Ingredients

Lactic Acid/Glycolic Acid Copolymer, Talc, Zinc Stearate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polyethylene, Silica, Tocopherol, Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), Carmine (CI 75470).

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.

Xtreme Mahogany

PiPPermanent in Palette. $25.00.
A+
A+
10
Product
10
Pigmentation
10
Texture
9.5
Longevity
5
Application
99%
Total

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ac Avatar

I still have never purchased a PMcG eyeshadow — warm neutral pink brown bronze gold pinkish-brown goldish-pink bronzish-brown pinkish-gold pink brown brown gold bronze brown pink. Hit me with one of these with a light-mid cool grey matte, a charcoal matte, and a few of the blue/lilac/teal/violet shifty shimmers — in this type of cute and sturdy-looking non-black packaging — and I’m all in. I simply can’t justify spending $60-$130 on an eyeshadow palette when only one or two of the 4-10 shades are things I’ll evvvvvver actually wear. Or, just, you know …. eyeshadow singles? Please? How easy are her palettes to pry the pans out of the case? Maybe I can find somebody who needs 6-8 brown/bronze/pink/gold eyeshadows and will split the bill with me…

Mariella Avatar

I have only one PMc palette – a 6 pan that’s one of her less warm ones (I hesitate to call it “cool”). Because it’s smaller, the price tag wasn’t quite so eye watering. I do like it but I feel very much the way that you do….most of her palettes are so warm, so pink, so orange so “not for me”.

Genevieve Avatar

It’s quite a lovely very little palette – my favourite shades are Bronze Eclipse and Bronze Blaze, but I do have quite a few dupes of these shades. I think the palette is too tiny and I would go through those two favourite shades in a nanosecond.

Carla Avatar

If I didn’t already have so many similar palettes and singles, I would consider this. The size is perfect for travel though. 🙂

Kat Avatar

I honestly might pick this up for my mom for Mother’s Day! She’s the kind of person who only uses one palette – she’s repurchased the UD Naked 2 Mini like three times, it’s the only thing she uses. This might be a nice complement to that for her without being intimidating!

Sarah C Avatar

I gave my Mothership V away, so I’ll probably get this. Mine was one of the original batch, and I got frustrated enough with two shades that it ruined the whole palette for me. Ironically, the colors I had the biggest issues with are included in this mini! And seem to be better.

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