Pat McGrath x Star Wars Sith Seduction Eyeshadow Palette Review & Swatches
Sith Seduction
Pat McGrath Sith Seduction 5-Pan Eyeshadow Palette ($36.00 for 0.14 oz.) is a new, limited edition five-pan palette that included all shimmery shades. All four shades were very long-wearing, while four were absolutely lovely to work with: pigmented, creamy but easy to apply, and sat well on the lid. One shade was a bit too slippery, which led to some patchiness if I didn’t change up the tools/application method.
Ingredients
Sith Seduction
LELimited Edition. $36.00.
Imperial
Imperial is a medium-dark peach 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)
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Tom Ford Beauty Lava Lustre #2 (LE, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Hard Place (PiP, $4.50) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (85% similar).
- Viseart Truffle (PiP, ) is more shimmery, darker (85% similar).
- Huda Beauty Nude Rich #2 (PiP, ) is more shimmery, lighter (85% similar).
- MAC To Boldly Go (LE, $21.00) is more shimmery, darker (85% similar).
- NARS Orgasm IV (LE, $19.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (85% similar).
- Hourglass Ray (P, $29.00) is more shimmery, darker (85% similar).
- Too Faced Classy and Sassy (LE, $16.00) is more shimmery, darker (85% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty Violet Argente (LE, $46.00) is more shimmery, darker (85% similar).
- NARS Riding High (LE, $19.00) is more shimmery, darker (85% similar).
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.
Imperial
LELimited Edition. $25.00.
Dark Destiny
Dark Destiny is a bluish-black base with lighter blue-teal, navy blue, and violet sparkle throughout.
- Opaque pigmentation
- Creamy, smooth, more 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
- MAC Midnight (LE, $21.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Tarte Dark Seas (P, $14.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- LORAC Cobalt (LE, $19.00) is cooler (90% similar).
- Dose of Colors A Moment (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Juvia's Place Cleopatra (P, ) is warmer (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Gamma Ray (DC, $20.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Sephora Diving In (254) (P, $9.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty Tempete Bleu (LE, $36.00) is cooler (90% similar).
- MAC Blue Black (LE, $17.00) is less shimmery (85% similar).
- Clarins Midnight #4 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, warmer (85% similar).
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 Destiny
LELimited Edition. $25.00.
Mustafar Heat
Mustafar Heat is a darker, rich copper with moderate, warm orange undertones and a metallic finish.
- Semi-opaque pigmentation
- Creamy, smooth but a bit too much slip
- Best applied with a fingertip or a flat, synthetic brush or else it went on patchy
- Long-wearing (9 hours)
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Viseart Burnished Copper (Siren #6) (PiP, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- KVD Beauty Doce (DC, $21.00) is less shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Helio Goodbye (LE, $6.00) is less shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- Huda Beauty Caramel Brown #2 (PiP, ) is darker (95% similar).
- Too Faced I'm Toasted (LE, $16.00) is less shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- Viseart Cointreau (PiP, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury Icon Date Eyes #3 (LE, ) is less shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Makin' Cents (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- Pat McGrath Copperized (LE, $25.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- ColourPop Bayside (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
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.
Mustafar Heat
LELimited Edition. $25.00.
Galactic Conquest
Galactic Conquest is a rich, blackened olive green with subtle, warm undertones and a pearly sheen.
- Opaque pigmentation
- Creamy, smooth, moderately dense but not thick
- 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
- Urban Decay Bankroll (LE, $19.00) is more shimmery, warmer (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Herky Bird (P, $6.25) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Midnight Green (P, $6.00) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Starfish (P, $6.00) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Wet 'n' Wild Lights Out #4 (PiP, ) is more shimmery, warmer (95% similar).
- Urban Decay Hundred (LE, $19.00) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- Danessa Myricks Galaxy (P, $18.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Make Up For Ever D308 Aquatic Khaki (DC, $17.00) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Fenty Beauty Xtra Terrestrial (LE, ).
- Tom Ford Beauty Emerald Isles (Cream Color) (LE, $45.00).
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.
Galactic Conquest
LELimited Edition. $25.00.
Force Sensitive
Force Sensitive is a rich, deeper gold with subtle, warm undertones and an intense, metallic finish.
- Opaque pigmentation
- Creamy, smooth, moderately dense
- 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
- Sydney Grace Recruit (P, $6.25) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Lisa Eldridge Daphne (P, $27.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury Smokey Eyes are Forever Power Eyes Smoke (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker (85% similar).
- Sydney Grace Last Quest (P, $6.00) is darker (85% similar).
- ColourPop Evergreen (LE, $4.50) is warmer (85% similar).
- Hourglass Vivid (P, $29.00) is darker (85% similar).
- Natasha Denona Shield (252M) (LE, $29.00) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Sephora Golden Bronze (381) (P, $9.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Anastasia Bronx (LE, $12.00) is less shimmery, darker (85% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury Smokey Eyes are Forever Power Eyes Enhance (LE, ) is darker (85% similar).
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.
The far right and far left shadows look just like they could have come from the only Pat McGrath palette I own! Still, were it not for that orange/red shade, I might consider getting this (I love Galactic Conquest as well as the other shades except that orange one) based on how great you find the shadows to be.
The design and colors are beautiful in this palette.
This did MUCH better than I was expecting based on what I was seeing on YouTube! Almost everyone had a difficult time with the deep blue shade, but a few didn’t. So, my best guess is that some of that shade were too softly pressed, leading to lots of patchiness and fallout, whereas others had no problem with this shade whatsoever. Now we all know that this is a color story I ADORE, so yeah, I’ll probably get it!
Be still my beating heart! I happen to love every single shade of this beauty! Just glorious, that’s all I can say. I think I may well order this one…..
This is so beautiful. I got it as a late Christmas gift. I so appreciate Pat didn’t just do black, red, gray, white, token brown and call it a day.