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 Velvet Liaison MTHRSHP Palette Review & Swatches https://www.temptalia.com/pat-mcgrath-velvet-liaison-mthrshp-palette-review-swatches/ palette https://www.temptalia.com/pat-mcgrath-velvet-liaison-mthrshp-palette-review-swatches/#comments Sun, 12 Feb 2023 22:00:00 +0000 Christine https://www.temptalia.com/?p=537230 Pat McGrath Velvet Liaison MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette ($65.00 for 0.42 oz.) is a new, limited edition all-matte, neutral eyeshadow palette. I've always wanted to see the brand do an all-matte neutral palette, though I envisioned it was a larger Mothership as well as permanent--it's just an odd launch (basics, which can be a solid release even if "boring" to some) for a limited edition collection, though. Five of the six mattes were exceptionally lovely to work with: finely-milled, smooth, and blendable with rich pigmentation, while one (the lightest) was a little more powdery than I'm used to from the brand Continue Reading… ]]>
Pat McGrath Velvet Liaison MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Velvet Liaison

Pat McGrath Velvet Liaison MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette ($65.00 for 0.42 oz.) is a new, limited edition all-matte, neutral eyeshadow palette. I’ve always wanted to see the brand do an all-matte neutral palette, though I envisioned it was a larger Mothership as well as permanent–it’s just an odd launch (basics, which can be a solid release even if “boring” to some) for a limited edition collection, though. Five of the six mattes were exceptionally lovely to work with: finely-milled, smooth, and blendable with rich pigmentation, while one (the lightest) was a little more powdery than I’m used to from the brand but by no means really bad.

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

Velvet Liaison

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 Beige Bliss EYEdols Eyeshadow

Beige Bliss

Beige Bliss is a light-medium, yellowed peach with moderate, warm orange-leaning undertones paired with a matte finish. It was more powdery than most of the brand’s mattes.

  • Semi-opaque pigmentation
  • Smooth, finely-milled, moderate powderiness
  • Applied evenly and was blendable
  • Long-wearing (8.5 hours)

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.

Beige Bliss

LELimited Edition. $25.00.
A-
A-
9
Product
9
Pigmentation
9
Texture
9
Longevity
5
Application
91%
Total
Quick Shop: Sephora, Ulta, Pat McGrath, Sephora (CA)Sephora (CA)
Pat McGrath Enamoured EYEdols Eyeshadow

Enamoured

Enamoured is a medium brown with moderate, warm reddish-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

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.

Enamoured

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 Plum Provocateur EYEdols Eyeshadow

Plum Provocateur

Plum Provocateur is a darker mauve with warmer undertones and a matte finish.

  • Opaque 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

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.

Plum Provocateur

LELimited Edition. $25.00.
A
A
9.5
Product
10
Pigmentation
9
Texture
9.5
Longevity
5
Application
96%
Total
Quick Shop: Sephora, Ulta, Pat McGrath, Sephora (CA)Sephora (CA)
Pat McGrath Midnight Mink EYEdols Eyeshadow

Midnight Mink

Midnight Mink is a rich, deep brown with subtle, warm red 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.

Midnight Mink

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 Barely Veiled EYEdols Eyeshadow

Barely Veiled

Barely Veiled is a very light brown with muted, warm 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.

Barely Veiled

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 Voluptuous Rose EYEdols Eyeshadow

Voluptuous Rose

Voluptuous Rose is a medium, reddish-plum with moderate, warm 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.

Voluptuous Rose

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 Velvet Liaison MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Velvet Liaison MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Velvet Liaison MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Velvet Liaison MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Velvet Liaison MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Velvet Liaison MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Velvet Liaison MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Velvet Liaison MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Velvet Liaison MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Velvet Liaison MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Velvet Liaison MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Velvet Liaison MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Velvet Liaison MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Velvet Liaison MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Beige Bliss EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Beige Bliss EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Beige Bliss EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Beige Bliss EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Enamoured EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Enamoured EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Enamoured EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Enamoured EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Plum Provocateur EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Plum Provocateur EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Plum Provocateur EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Plum Provocateur EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Midnight Mink EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Midnight Mink EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Midnight Mink EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Midnight Mink EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Barely Veiled EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Barely Veiled EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Barely Veiled EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Barely Veiled EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Voluptuous Rose EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Voluptuous Rose EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Voluptuous Rose EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Voluptuous Rose EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Velvet Liaison MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Velvet Liaison MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Velvet Liaison MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Velvet Liaison MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Velvet Liaison MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Velvet Liaison MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Velvet Liaison MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Velvet Liaison MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Velvet Liaison MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Velvet Liaison MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Velvet Liaison MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Velvet Liaison MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Velvet Liaison MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Velvet Liaison MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Beige Bliss EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Beige Bliss EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Beige Bliss EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Beige Bliss EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Enamoured EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Enamoured EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Enamoured EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Enamoured EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Plum Provocateur EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Plum Provocateur EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Plum Provocateur EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Plum Provocateur EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Midnight Mink EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Midnight Mink EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Midnight Mink EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Midnight Mink EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Barely Veiled EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Barely Veiled EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Barely Veiled EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Barely Veiled EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Voluptuous Rose EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Voluptuous Rose EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Voluptuous Rose EYEdols Eyeshadow

Pat McGrath Voluptuous Rose EYEdols Eyeshadow

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