Sydney Grace Enduring Love (Light) Eyeshadow Palette Review & Swatches
Enduring Love (Light)
Sydney Grace Enduring Love (Light) Eyeshadow Palette ($52.00 for 0.95 oz.) is a new, permanent palette that launches on January 13th at 9AM PT. The palette features a mix of mattes and shimmers with a color story that is a bit more muted and leaned slightly cooler-toned. All of the eyeshadows were very pigmented, easy to work with, blendable, and long-wearing with very little to nitpick.
There is a Deep version of the palette, which adjusted several shades to be deeper or less white/light-based. The shades that differed the most between the two palettes were: Romeo, Juliet, Victoria, and Cherish.
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Enduring Love (Light)
PPermanent. $52.00.
Romeo (Light)
Romeo (Light) is a pale pink with warmer undertones and a bright, metallic sheen. The texture was soft, a smidgen dusty in the pan but applied evenly and didn’t sheer out too readily. I was impressed by how it didn’t drop fallout as often paler shades like this do. It had opaque color payoff that stayed on well for eight hours before fading a bit.
The Deep version is a light-medium orange with a golden sheen, so they’re completely different shades.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop My My My (PiP, $4.50) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Pat McGrath Moonlight Liaison (LE, $25.00) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- MAC A Party of Pastels #2 (PiP, $21.00) is cooler (95% similar).
- MAC Superior Sound (LE, $17.00) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- Make Up For Ever I528 Pearl (DC, $21.00) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- Dior Tutu #2 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Rouge Bunny Rouge Alabaster Starling (P, $19.00) is cooler (90% similar).
- Dior Blue Beat #2 (LE, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- KVD Beauty Instaglam (LE, ) is cooler (90% similar).
- MAC Dance Flowers Dance (LE, $23.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.25/0.06 oz. - $104.17 Per Ounce
The shimmer eyeshadows are more consistent in pigmentation with the majority of shades having opaque color coverage. The more metallic/sparkly the shade is, the creamier and more emollient the eyeshadow felt in the pan, which often yielded really smooth application and good adherence to the lid, though a few worked better with a fingertip or a dampened brush for true-to-pan color or to get a truer finish/sheen.
Most shades, however, worked well with brushes, and I didn't have trouble applying or blending out most of the shimmer shades. The more satin to pearl like finishes tend to feel a little thinner but blend out well. These shades wore between eight and nine hours on me with some of the more foiled-like shades creasing noticeably at the end (and the less foiled-like ones fading).
Browse all of our Sydney Grace Pressed Pigment Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
SILK MICA (MICA (77019), BORON NITRIDE, L-LYSINE MICA (MICA 77019 AND LAUROYL LYSINE), CARANUBA MICA (MICA 77019 AND CARANUBA WAX), MAGNESIUM STEARATE, MAGNESIUM MYRISTATE, ZINC STEARATE ((+/- MICA (MICA 77019), FRACTIONATED COCONUT OIL (CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE), TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891) VITAMIN E (TOCOPHEROL), ALLANTOIN, CHROMIUM HYDROXIDE GREEN (CI77289), CHROMIUM GREEN (CI77288), CARMINE, IRON OXIDE (CI 77499, 77491, 77492), TIN OXIDE (CI 778161), MANGANESE VIOLET (CI 77742), FERRIC FERROCYANIDE (CI 77510), ALUMINUM POWDER, ULTRAMARINES (77007), SILICA, *SYNTHETIC FLUROPHYLOGOPITE, ZINC (CI 77947), BRONZE AND COPPER POWDER (CI 77400), NYLON 12, PHENOXYETHANOL, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, POTASSIUM SORBATE, HEXYLENE GLYCOL))
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.
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Romeo (Light)
PiPPermanent in Palette. $6.25.
Juliet (Light)
Juliet (Light) is a soft pink with strong, warm undertones and a matte finish. The eyeshadow had opaque pigmentation that applied well to bare skin without being prone to sheering out or dropping fallout. The texture was soft, velvety, and more substantial, which is what made it easier to work with than other shades that are this light and matte (often powdery). It wore well for eight hours before fading noticeably.
It was much, much lighter and pinker compared to the Deep version.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Chanel Tisse Paris #1 (PiP, ) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- ColourPop Stranger (PiP, $4.50) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- NARS Cabo San Lucas (P, $19.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Givenchy Tentation #3 (PiP, ) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (85% similar).
- Lisa Eldridge Mauve Decade (P, $16.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (85% similar).
- ColourPop Bed-Stuy (LE, $4.50) is darker (85% similar).
- MAC Girlie (P, $17.00) is more shimmery, darker (85% similar).
- Sephora Pink Champagne (LE, ) is more shimmery, darker (85% similar).
- Viseart Crème (PiP, ) is warmer (85% similar).
- Dior Tutu #1 (PiP, ) is more shimmery, darker (80% similar).
Formula Overview
$5.25/0.06 oz. - $87.50 Per Ounce
The matte eyeshadows tend to be pigmented (typically semi-opaque or opaque, often buildable if they aren't opaque) with a soft, more velvety texture that has slight slip but isn't so thick that it gets difficult to use, applies unevenly, or has a lot of fallout. I've found that most of the matte eyeshadows apply and blend out without much effort but a few may take a bit more effort to diffuse along the edges. The matte formula tends to wear between eight and eight and a half hours on me.
Browse all of our Sydney Grace Matte Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
SILK MICA (MICA (77019), BORON NITRIDE, L-LYSINE MICA (MICA 77019 AND LAUROYL LYSINE), CARANUBA MICA (MICA 77019 AND CARANUBA WAX), MAGNESIUM STEARATE, MAGNESIUM MYRISTATE, ZINC STEARATE ((+/- MICA (MICA 77019), FRACTIONATED COCONUT OIL (CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE), TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891) VITAMIN E (TOCOPHEROL), ALLANTOIN, CHROMIUM HYDROXIDE GREEN (CI77289), CHROMIUM GREEN (CI77288), CARMINE, IRON OXIDE (CI 77499, 77491, 77492), TIN OXIDE (CI 778161), MANGANESE VIOLET (CI 77742), FERRIC FERROCYANIDE (CI 77510), ALUMINUM POWDER, ULTRAMARINES (77007), SILICA, *SYNTHETIC FLUROPHYLOGOPITE, ZINC (CI 77947), BRONZE AND COPPER POWDER (CI 77400), NYLON 12, PHENOXYETHANOL, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, POTASSIUM SORBATE, HEXYLENE GLYCOL))
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.
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Juliet (Light)
PiPPermanent in Palette. $5.25.
Devotion (Light)
Devotion (Light) is a light, golden taupe with warm undertones and a bright, metallic finish. The consistency felt more loosely-pressed, so it was easy to pick up too much product if I wasn’t careful as it was quite pigmented. The product applied evenly and blended out easily on my skin. It lasted well for eight and a half hours before showing signs of fading.
It was warmer compared to the version in the Deep palette.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- NARS Envie (LE, $19.00) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (95% similar).
- ColourPop Saute (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- NARS Kalahari I (PiP, $19.00) is less shimmery (90% similar).
- NARS Centerfold (LE, $19.00) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Jude (394M) (PiP, $29.00) is more muted, cooler (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Spaced (LE, $20.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Marc Jacobs Beauty Au Revoir (406) (P, $28.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty Rose Topaz #3 (LE, ) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Giorgio Armani Halo (2) (P, $36.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- NARS Daydream (DC, $25.00) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.25/0.06 oz. - $104.17 Per Ounce
The shimmer eyeshadows are more consistent in pigmentation with the majority of shades having opaque color coverage. The more metallic/sparkly the shade is, the creamier and more emollient the eyeshadow felt in the pan, which often yielded really smooth application and good adherence to the lid, though a few worked better with a fingertip or a dampened brush for true-to-pan color or to get a truer finish/sheen.
Most shades, however, worked well with brushes, and I didn't have trouble applying or blending out most of the shimmer shades. The more satin to pearl like finishes tend to feel a little thinner but blend out well. These shades wore between eight and nine hours on me with some of the more foiled-like shades creasing noticeably at the end (and the less foiled-like ones fading).
Browse all of our Sydney Grace Pressed Pigment Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
SILK MICA (MICA (77019), BORON NITRIDE, L-LYSINE MICA (MICA 77019 AND LAUROYL LYSINE), CARANUBA MICA (MICA 77019 AND CARANUBA WAX), MAGNESIUM STEARATE, MAGNESIUM MYRISTATE, ZINC STEARATE ((+/- MICA (MICA 77019), FRACTIONATED COCONUT OIL (CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE), TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891) VITAMIN E (TOCOPHEROL), ALLANTOIN, CHROMIUM HYDROXIDE GREEN (CI77289), CHROMIUM GREEN (CI77288), CARMINE, IRON OXIDE (CI 77499, 77491, 77492), TIN OXIDE (CI 778161), MANGANESE VIOLET (CI 77742), FERRIC FERROCYANIDE (CI 77510), ALUMINUM POWDER, ULTRAMARINES (77007), SILICA, *SYNTHETIC FLUROPHYLOGOPITE, ZINC (CI 77947), BRONZE AND COPPER POWDER (CI 77400), NYLON 12, PHENOXYETHANOL, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, POTASSIUM SORBATE, HEXYLENE GLYCOL))
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.
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Devotion (Light)
PiPPermanent in Palette. $6.25.
Darcy (Light)
Darcy (Light) is a medium, reddened plum with warm undertones and a matte finish. It had opaque pigmentation with a soft, blendable texture that wasn’t too softly nor too firmly pressed into the pan. It stayed on nicely for eight and a half hours before fading visibly.
It was a shade or so lighter than the Deep version.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Mixer (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (95% similar).
- Huda Beauty Gratitude (PiP, ) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- NARS Endless Party (LE, $25.00) is darker (90% similar).
- ColourPop Spree (PiP, $4.50) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- NARS Sweet Escape (LE, $19.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Trust (P, $5.25) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Warm Hugs (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Darcy (Deep) (PiP, $5.25) is darker (90% similar).
- Anastasia C3 (Norvina Mini Vol. 2) (LE, $12.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Devilish (PiP, $19.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$5.25/0.06 oz. - $87.50 Per Ounce
The matte eyeshadows tend to be pigmented (typically semi-opaque or opaque, often buildable if they aren't opaque) with a soft, more velvety texture that has slight slip but isn't so thick that it gets difficult to use, applies unevenly, or has a lot of fallout. I've found that most of the matte eyeshadows apply and blend out without much effort but a few may take a bit more effort to diffuse along the edges. The matte formula tends to wear between eight and eight and a half hours on me.
Browse all of our Sydney Grace Matte Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
SILK MICA (MICA (77019), BORON NITRIDE, L-LYSINE MICA (MICA 77019 AND LAUROYL LYSINE), CARANUBA MICA (MICA 77019 AND CARANUBA WAX), MAGNESIUM STEARATE, MAGNESIUM MYRISTATE, ZINC STEARATE ((+/- MICA (MICA 77019), FRACTIONATED COCONUT OIL (CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE), TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891) VITAMIN E (TOCOPHEROL), ALLANTOIN, CHROMIUM HYDROXIDE GREEN (CI77289), CHROMIUM GREEN (CI77288), CARMINE, IRON OXIDE (CI 77499, 77491, 77492), TIN OXIDE (CI 778161), MANGANESE VIOLET (CI 77742), FERRIC FERROCYANIDE (CI 77510), ALUMINUM POWDER, ULTRAMARINES (77007), SILICA, *SYNTHETIC FLUROPHYLOGOPITE, ZINC (CI 77947), BRONZE AND COPPER POWDER (CI 77400), NYLON 12, PHENOXYETHANOL, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, POTASSIUM SORBATE, HEXYLENE GLYCOL))
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.
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Darcy (Light)
PiPPermanent in Palette. $5.25.
Elizabeth (Light)
Elizabeth (Light) is a brighter, medium-dark berry with subtle, cool undertones and a pearly sheen. The eyeshadow had rich color payoff that applied well to bare skin and blended out easily along the edges. The consistency was smooth to the touch without being powdery, and while it was dense, it wasn’t overly thick or difficult to pick up. It wore nicely for nine hours on me before fading a bit.
The color seemed slightly brighter and cooler-toned in the Light version, though once applied and blended out, it was very see the differences in person.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop These Chains (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, warmer (95% similar).
- ColourPop Bare Minimum (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- NARS Pandemonium (LE, $19.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Elizabeth (Deep) (PiP, $6.25) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Treasure Box (PiP, $4.50) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Viseart Bijoux Royal #5 (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Dior Party in Colours #2 (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Dominique Cosmetics G*psy (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter (85% similar).
- Stila Charmed (LE, $24.00) is more shimmery, warmer (85% similar).
- Sydney Grace Sugar Plum Fairy (DC, $8.00) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.25/0.06 oz. - $104.17 Per Ounce
The shimmer eyeshadows are more consistent in pigmentation with the majority of shades having opaque color coverage. The more metallic/sparkly the shade is, the creamier and more emollient the eyeshadow felt in the pan, which often yielded really smooth application and good adherence to the lid, though a few worked better with a fingertip or a dampened brush for true-to-pan color or to get a truer finish/sheen.
Most shades, however, worked well with brushes, and I didn't have trouble applying or blending out most of the shimmer shades. The more satin to pearl like finishes tend to feel a little thinner but blend out well. These shades wore between eight and nine hours on me with some of the more foiled-like shades creasing noticeably at the end (and the less foiled-like ones fading).
Browse all of our Sydney Grace Pressed Pigment Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
SILK MICA (MICA (77019), BORON NITRIDE, L-LYSINE MICA (MICA 77019 AND LAUROYL LYSINE), CARANUBA MICA (MICA 77019 AND CARANUBA WAX), MAGNESIUM STEARATE, MAGNESIUM MYRISTATE, ZINC STEARATE ((+/- MICA (MICA 77019), FRACTIONATED COCONUT OIL (CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE), TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891) VITAMIN E (TOCOPHEROL), ALLANTOIN, CHROMIUM HYDROXIDE GREEN (CI77289), CHROMIUM GREEN (CI77288), CARMINE, IRON OXIDE (CI 77499, 77491, 77492), TIN OXIDE (CI 778161), MANGANESE VIOLET (CI 77742), FERRIC FERROCYANIDE (CI 77510), ALUMINUM POWDER, ULTRAMARINES (77007), SILICA, *SYNTHETIC FLUROPHYLOGOPITE, ZINC (CI 77947), BRONZE AND COPPER POWDER (CI 77400), NYLON 12, PHENOXYETHANOL, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, POTASSIUM SORBATE, HEXYLENE GLYCOL))
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.
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Elizabeth (Light)
PiPPermanent in Palette. $6.25.
Albert
Albert is a medium, silvery taupe with cool undertones and a metallic sheen. It had rich color coverage in a single layer paired with a smooth, slightly denser texture that applied well to bare skin. It was easy to work with and lasted well for eight and a half hours. The color was identical between the Light and Deep palettes.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Sydney Grace Fallen Empire (LE, $6.25) is darker (95% similar).
- Give Me Glow Storm (P, $7.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- LORAC Luna (LE, ) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Armor (PiP, $19.00) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Maxi (458M) (PiP, $29.00) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Charming Chaos (LE, $6.25) is warmer (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Somber (P, $5.00) is less shimmery, darker, more muted (85% similar).
- Natasha Denona Gray-Brown (38M) (PiP, $29.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Marc Jacobs Beauty Sparkling (LE, ) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- Pat McGrath Divine Mink (PiP, $25.00) is lighter (80% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.25/0.06 oz. - $104.17 Per Ounce
The shimmer eyeshadows are more consistent in pigmentation with the majority of shades having opaque color coverage. The more metallic/sparkly the shade is, the creamier and more emollient the eyeshadow felt in the pan, which often yielded really smooth application and good adherence to the lid, though a few worked better with a fingertip or a dampened brush for true-to-pan color or to get a truer finish/sheen.
Most shades, however, worked well with brushes, and I didn't have trouble applying or blending out most of the shimmer shades. The more satin to pearl like finishes tend to feel a little thinner but blend out well. These shades wore between eight and nine hours on me with some of the more foiled-like shades creasing noticeably at the end (and the less foiled-like ones fading).
Browse all of our Sydney Grace Pressed Pigment Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
SILK MICA (MICA (77019), BORON NITRIDE, L-LYSINE MICA (MICA 77019 AND LAUROYL LYSINE), CARANUBA MICA (MICA 77019 AND CARANUBA WAX), MAGNESIUM STEARATE, MAGNESIUM MYRISTATE, ZINC STEARATE ((+/- MICA (MICA 77019), FRACTIONATED COCONUT OIL (CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE), TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891) VITAMIN E (TOCOPHEROL), ALLANTOIN, CHROMIUM HYDROXIDE GREEN (CI77289), CHROMIUM GREEN (CI77288), CARMINE, IRON OXIDE (CI 77499, 77491, 77492), TIN OXIDE (CI 778161), MANGANESE VIOLET (CI 77742), FERRIC FERROCYANIDE (CI 77510), ALUMINUM POWDER, ULTRAMARINES (77007), SILICA, *SYNTHETIC FLUROPHYLOGOPITE, ZINC (CI 77947), BRONZE AND COPPER POWDER (CI 77400), NYLON 12, PHENOXYETHANOL, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, POTASSIUM SORBATE, HEXYLENE GLYCOL))
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.
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Albert
PiPPermanent in Palette. $6.25.
Victoria (Light)
Victoria (Light) is a light-medium taupe with neutral-to-warm undertones and a matte finish. The consistency was soft, velvety, and smooth without being too powdery nor too firmly pressed into the pan. It had opaque pigmentation that applied well to bare skin and blended out without difficulty. It wore nicely for eight half hours before I noticed fading.
The Deep version is a few shades darker and slightly more olive-toned.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Sydney Grace Victoria (Deep) (PiP, $5.25) is darker, more muted, cooler (80% similar).
- Natasha Denona Glam (323CM) (PiP, ) is darker, cooler (80% similar).
Formula Overview
$5.25/0.06 oz. - $87.50 Per Ounce
The matte eyeshadows tend to be pigmented (typically semi-opaque or opaque, often buildable if they aren't opaque) with a soft, more velvety texture that has slight slip but isn't so thick that it gets difficult to use, applies unevenly, or has a lot of fallout. I've found that most of the matte eyeshadows apply and blend out without much effort but a few may take a bit more effort to diffuse along the edges. The matte formula tends to wear between eight and eight and a half hours on me.
Browse all of our Sydney Grace Matte Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
SILK MICA (MICA (77019), BORON NITRIDE, L-LYSINE MICA (MICA 77019 AND LAUROYL LYSINE), CARANUBA MICA (MICA 77019 AND CARANUBA WAX), MAGNESIUM STEARATE, MAGNESIUM MYRISTATE, ZINC STEARATE ((+/- MICA (MICA 77019), FRACTIONATED COCONUT OIL (CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE), TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891) VITAMIN E (TOCOPHEROL), ALLANTOIN, CHROMIUM HYDROXIDE GREEN (CI77289), CHROMIUM GREEN (CI77288), CARMINE, IRON OXIDE (CI 77499, 77491, 77492), TIN OXIDE (CI 778161), MANGANESE VIOLET (CI 77742), FERRIC FERROCYANIDE (CI 77510), ALUMINUM POWDER, ULTRAMARINES (77007), SILICA, *SYNTHETIC FLUROPHYLOGOPITE, ZINC (CI 77947), BRONZE AND COPPER POWDER (CI 77400), NYLON 12, PHENOXYETHANOL, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, POTASSIUM SORBATE, HEXYLENE GLYCOL))
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.
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Victoria (Light)
PiPPermanent in Palette. $5.25.
Passion (Light)
Passion (Light) is a light-medium, gray-taupe with cool undertones and a matte finish. The texture was soft with a touch of powderiness in the pan, so it blended out well but fallout wasn’t a concern. It had rich color coverage that stayed on well for eight and a half hours before fading noticeably.
It was a shade or so lighter than the version in the Deep palette.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Sephora + Pantone Universe Deep Taupe (LE, ) is darker (95% similar).
- MAC Hard Currency (LE, $17.00) is warmer (90% similar).
- Clinique Portobello (PiP, $15.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- ColourPop Great Big Feet (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- theBalm #25 (P, $6.50) is warmer (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Passion (Deep) (PiP, $5.25) is darker (90% similar).
- MAC Copperplate (DC, $17.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Marc Jacobs Beauty The Concrete (LE, ) is darker (90% similar).
- Marc Jacobs Beauty About Last Night No. 15 (LE, ) is lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- Dominique Cosmetics Zero Gravity (PiP, ) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$5.25/0.06 oz. - $87.50 Per Ounce
The matte eyeshadows tend to be pigmented (typically semi-opaque or opaque, often buildable if they aren't opaque) with a soft, more velvety texture that has slight slip but isn't so thick that it gets difficult to use, applies unevenly, or has a lot of fallout. I've found that most of the matte eyeshadows apply and blend out without much effort but a few may take a bit more effort to diffuse along the edges. The matte formula tends to wear between eight and eight and a half hours on me.
Browse all of our Sydney Grace Matte Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
SILK MICA (MICA (77019), BORON NITRIDE, L-LYSINE MICA (MICA 77019 AND LAUROYL LYSINE), CARANUBA MICA (MICA 77019 AND CARANUBA WAX), MAGNESIUM STEARATE, MAGNESIUM MYRISTATE, ZINC STEARATE ((+/- MICA (MICA 77019), FRACTIONATED COCONUT OIL (CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE), TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891) VITAMIN E (TOCOPHEROL), ALLANTOIN, CHROMIUM HYDROXIDE GREEN (CI77289), CHROMIUM GREEN (CI77288), CARMINE, IRON OXIDE (CI 77499, 77491, 77492), TIN OXIDE (CI 778161), MANGANESE VIOLET (CI 77742), FERRIC FERROCYANIDE (CI 77510), ALUMINUM POWDER, ULTRAMARINES (77007), SILICA, *SYNTHETIC FLUROPHYLOGOPITE, ZINC (CI 77947), BRONZE AND COPPER POWDER (CI 77400), NYLON 12, PHENOXYETHANOL, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, POTASSIUM SORBATE, HEXYLENE GLYCOL))
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Passion (Light)
PiPPermanent in Palette. $5.25.
Boaz (Light)
Boaz (Light) is a deep, gray-taupe with coolundertones and a semi-matte finish. The pigmentation was opaque in a single layer, while the texture was soft, silky, and finely-milled without being too powdery. It applied well to bare skin and blended out easily along the edges. This shade showed signs of fading after eight and a half hours of wear.
It seemed slightly cooler-toned in color compared to the Deep version, and I felt like the texture was slightly improved.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Milani Untamed (PiP, $5.99) is darker, warmer (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Cocoa Beans (PiP, $5.25) is darker (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Boaz (Deep) (PiP, $5.25) is warmer (95% similar).
- Lancome Purple Pageantry (LE, $19.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Burberry Graphite (No. 28) (DC, $29.00) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Smashbox Slayer (PiP, ) is warmer (90% similar).
- Smashbox Smoke (LE, ) is lighter (90% similar).
- Tarte Smokeshow (PiP, ) is lighter (90% similar).
- Chanel Architectonic #4 (LE, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- MAC Cocktail Black (LE, $17.00) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$5.25/0.06 oz. - $87.50 Per Ounce
The matte eyeshadows tend to be pigmented (typically semi-opaque or opaque, often buildable if they aren't opaque) with a soft, more velvety texture that has slight slip but isn't so thick that it gets difficult to use, applies unevenly, or has a lot of fallout. I've found that most of the matte eyeshadows apply and blend out without much effort but a few may take a bit more effort to diffuse along the edges. The matte formula tends to wear between eight and eight and a half hours on me.
Browse all of our Sydney Grace Matte Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
SILK MICA (MICA (77019), BORON NITRIDE, L-LYSINE MICA (MICA 77019 AND LAUROYL LYSINE), CARANUBA MICA (MICA 77019 AND CARANUBA WAX), MAGNESIUM STEARATE, MAGNESIUM MYRISTATE, ZINC STEARATE ((+/- MICA (MICA 77019), FRACTIONATED COCONUT OIL (CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE), TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891) VITAMIN E (TOCOPHEROL), ALLANTOIN, CHROMIUM HYDROXIDE GREEN (CI77289), CHROMIUM GREEN (CI77288), CARMINE, IRON OXIDE (CI 77499, 77491, 77492), TIN OXIDE (CI 778161), MANGANESE VIOLET (CI 77742), FERRIC FERROCYANIDE (CI 77510), ALUMINUM POWDER, ULTRAMARINES (77007), SILICA, *SYNTHETIC FLUROPHYLOGOPITE, ZINC (CI 77947), BRONZE AND COPPER POWDER (CI 77400), NYLON 12, PHENOXYETHANOL, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, POTASSIUM SORBATE, HEXYLENE GLYCOL))
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Boaz (Light)
PiPPermanent in Palette. $5.25.
Ruth
Ruth is a rich, bluish-teal with cool undertones and a metallic finish. The pigmentation was opaque in a single layer, and it was so pigmented that a little went quite a ways that I’d recommend using a bit less than you might expect. The texture was lightly creamy, dense but not too firmly-pressed into the pan, and blended out easily on bare skin. It lasted well for nine hours before creasing slightly.
It was consistent in color with the Deep version (which was as anticipated).
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Natasha Denona Aqueous (261M) (LE, $29.00) is cooler (95% similar).
- ColourPop On One (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Dose of Colors Teal Me More (P, $20.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Makeup by Mario Party Glam #1 (LE, ) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Pat McGrath Lapis Luxury (PiP, $25.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Tarte Artist (LE, ) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Plunge (LE, $19.00) is darker, more muted (90% similar).
- Gucci Beauty Iconic Ottanio (DC, $37.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Terra Moons Stormy (DC, $6.25) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Too Faced Mystic Hour (LE, $16.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.25/0.06 oz. - $104.17 Per Ounce
The shimmer eyeshadows are more consistent in pigmentation with the majority of shades having opaque color coverage. The more metallic/sparkly the shade is, the creamier and more emollient the eyeshadow felt in the pan, which often yielded really smooth application and good adherence to the lid, though a few worked better with a fingertip or a dampened brush for true-to-pan color or to get a truer finish/sheen.
Most shades, however, worked well with brushes, and I didn't have trouble applying or blending out most of the shimmer shades. The more satin to pearl like finishes tend to feel a little thinner but blend out well. These shades wore between eight and nine hours on me with some of the more foiled-like shades creasing noticeably at the end (and the less foiled-like ones fading).
Browse all of our Sydney Grace Pressed Pigment Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
SILK MICA (MICA (77019), BORON NITRIDE, L-LYSINE MICA (MICA 77019 AND LAUROYL LYSINE), CARANUBA MICA (MICA 77019 AND CARANUBA WAX), MAGNESIUM STEARATE, MAGNESIUM MYRISTATE, ZINC STEARATE ((+/- MICA (MICA 77019), FRACTIONATED COCONUT OIL (CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE), TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891) VITAMIN E (TOCOPHEROL), ALLANTOIN, CHROMIUM HYDROXIDE GREEN (CI77289), CHROMIUM GREEN (CI77288), CARMINE, IRON OXIDE (CI 77499, 77491, 77492), TIN OXIDE (CI 778161), MANGANESE VIOLET (CI 77742), FERRIC FERROCYANIDE (CI 77510), ALUMINUM POWDER, ULTRAMARINES (77007), SILICA, *SYNTHETIC FLUROPHYLOGOPITE, ZINC (CI 77947), BRONZE AND COPPER POWDER (CI 77400), NYLON 12, PHENOXYETHANOL, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, POTASSIUM SORBATE, HEXYLENE GLYCOL))
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Looks Using this Product
Ruth
PiPPermanent in Palette. $6.25.
John
John is a bright, pewter gold with subtle, warmer undertones and an intense, metallic finish. The texture was lightly creamy, smooth, and dense without being overly thick, so it picked up well with a brush and blended out with ease on my skin. It had rich color coverage that adhered well to bare skin and stayed on nicely for nine hours before creasing slightly.
It was consistent in color with the Deep version (which was as anticipated).
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- NARS Silver Screen #1 (PiP, $19.00) is darker, cooler (95% similar).
- Clarins Jade #1 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- NARS Galice (P, $28.00) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Danessa Myricks Iconic (P, $18.00) is darker (90% similar).
- ColourPop Jingle Jangle (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- KVD Beauty Hairspray (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- ColourPop Kaled It (PiP, $4.50) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Auric Ego (Powder) (PiP, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty TFX1 (LE, $36.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Too Faced Glittered (LE, $16.00) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.25/0.06 oz. - $104.17 Per Ounce
The shimmer eyeshadows are more consistent in pigmentation with the majority of shades having opaque color coverage. The more metallic/sparkly the shade is, the creamier and more emollient the eyeshadow felt in the pan, which often yielded really smooth application and good adherence to the lid, though a few worked better with a fingertip or a dampened brush for true-to-pan color or to get a truer finish/sheen.
Most shades, however, worked well with brushes, and I didn't have trouble applying or blending out most of the shimmer shades. The more satin to pearl like finishes tend to feel a little thinner but blend out well. These shades wore between eight and nine hours on me with some of the more foiled-like shades creasing noticeably at the end (and the less foiled-like ones fading).
Browse all of our Sydney Grace Pressed Pigment Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
SILK MICA (MICA (77019), BORON NITRIDE, L-LYSINE MICA (MICA 77019 AND LAUROYL LYSINE), CARANUBA MICA (MICA 77019 AND CARANUBA WAX), MAGNESIUM STEARATE, MAGNESIUM MYRISTATE, ZINC STEARATE ((+/- MICA (MICA 77019), FRACTIONATED COCONUT OIL (CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE), TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891) VITAMIN E (TOCOPHEROL), ALLANTOIN, CHROMIUM HYDROXIDE GREEN (CI77289), CHROMIUM GREEN (CI77288), CARMINE, IRON OXIDE (CI 77499, 77491, 77492), TIN OXIDE (CI 778161), MANGANESE VIOLET (CI 77742), FERRIC FERROCYANIDE (CI 77510), ALUMINUM POWDER, ULTRAMARINES (77007), SILICA, *SYNTHETIC FLUROPHYLOGOPITE, ZINC (CI 77947), BRONZE AND COPPER POWDER (CI 77400), NYLON 12, PHENOXYETHANOL, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, POTASSIUM SORBATE, HEXYLENE GLYCOL))
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Looks Using this Product
John
PiPPermanent in Palette. $6.25.
Abigail (Light)
Abigail (Light) is an intense, deep purple with subtle, warm undertones and less warm-toned shimmer that gave it a pearly sheen. It had rich color coverage in a single layer, which adhered evenly to bare skin and blended out well. The consistency was smooth, lightly creamy without being too dense (but it wasn’t too softly pressed that it became powdery). It wore well for eight and a half hours before fading a bit on me.
It seemed slightly more shimmery, which gave it a richer, slightly cooler tone compared to the shade in the Deep (which had more of the Light shade’s base color).
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Give Me Glow Dark Secrets (P, $7.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Abigail (Deep) (PiP, $6.25) is less shimmery, lighter, more muted (90% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty Moonlit Violet #4 (LE, ) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (80% similar).
- Fenty Beauty Space Owt (LE, ).
- Viseart Agate (GPV2 #10) (LE, ).
- Sydney Grace Rushed (P, $6.25).
Formula Overview
$6.25/0.06 oz. - $104.17 Per Ounce
The shimmer eyeshadows are more consistent in pigmentation with the majority of shades having opaque color coverage. The more metallic/sparkly the shade is, the creamier and more emollient the eyeshadow felt in the pan, which often yielded really smooth application and good adherence to the lid, though a few worked better with a fingertip or a dampened brush for true-to-pan color or to get a truer finish/sheen.
Most shades, however, worked well with brushes, and I didn't have trouble applying or blending out most of the shimmer shades. The more satin to pearl like finishes tend to feel a little thinner but blend out well. These shades wore between eight and nine hours on me with some of the more foiled-like shades creasing noticeably at the end (and the less foiled-like ones fading).
Browse all of our Sydney Grace Pressed Pigment Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
SILK MICA (MICA (77019), BORON NITRIDE, L-LYSINE MICA (MICA 77019 AND LAUROYL LYSINE), CARANUBA MICA (MICA 77019 AND CARANUBA WAX), MAGNESIUM STEARATE, MAGNESIUM MYRISTATE, ZINC STEARATE ((+/- MICA (MICA 77019), FRACTIONATED COCONUT OIL (CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE), TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891) VITAMIN E (TOCOPHEROL), ALLANTOIN, CHROMIUM HYDROXIDE GREEN (CI77289), CHROMIUM GREEN (CI77288), CARMINE, IRON OXIDE (CI 77499, 77491, 77492), TIN OXIDE (CI 778161), MANGANESE VIOLET (CI 77742), FERRIC FERROCYANIDE (CI 77510), ALUMINUM POWDER, ULTRAMARINES (77007), SILICA, *SYNTHETIC FLUROPHYLOGOPITE, ZINC (CI 77947), BRONZE AND COPPER POWDER (CI 77400), NYLON 12, PHENOXYETHANOL, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, POTASSIUM SORBATE, HEXYLENE GLYCOL))
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Abigail (Light)
PiPPermanent in Palette. $6.25.
Cherish (Light)
Cherish (Light) is a light-medium beige with subtle, warm undertones and a matte finish. The eyeshadow had opaque pigmentation that applied well to bare skin with a smooth, even lay down of product that wasn’t prone to sheering out too readily. The texture was soft, slightly dusty in the pan but blendable and didn’t give me fallout during application. It stayed on well for eight hours before fading a bit.
This shade was significantly different than the Deep version with the Deep version being a light-medium brown with warm undertones.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Wet 'n' Wild The Night's Quad #1 (LE, ) is darker (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Fay (462CM) (PiP, ) is darker (90% similar).
- MAC Love on the Run (LE, $17.00) is darker (90% similar).
- Becca Seashell (LE, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Laura Mercier Cappuccino (LE, $23.00) is darker (90% similar).
- Sephora Mushroom (LE, ) is darker (85% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury Love Eyes (Prime) (LE, ) is lighter (85% similar).
- Sephora Linen (LE, ) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- Milani Fancy Vanilla (PiP, $5.99) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- Tarte Rock On (LE, ) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$5.25/0.06 oz. - $87.50 Per Ounce
The matte eyeshadows tend to be pigmented (typically semi-opaque or opaque, often buildable if they aren't opaque) with a soft, more velvety texture that has slight slip but isn't so thick that it gets difficult to use, applies unevenly, or has a lot of fallout. I've found that most of the matte eyeshadows apply and blend out without much effort but a few may take a bit more effort to diffuse along the edges. The matte formula tends to wear between eight and eight and a half hours on me.
Browse all of our Sydney Grace Matte Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
SILK MICA (MICA (77019), BORON NITRIDE, L-LYSINE MICA (MICA 77019 AND LAUROYL LYSINE), CARANUBA MICA (MICA 77019 AND CARANUBA WAX), MAGNESIUM STEARATE, MAGNESIUM MYRISTATE, ZINC STEARATE ((+/- MICA (MICA 77019), FRACTIONATED COCONUT OIL (CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE), TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891) VITAMIN E (TOCOPHEROL), ALLANTOIN, CHROMIUM HYDROXIDE GREEN (CI77289), CHROMIUM GREEN (CI77288), CARMINE, IRON OXIDE (CI 77499, 77491, 77492), TIN OXIDE (CI 778161), MANGANESE VIOLET (CI 77742), FERRIC FERROCYANIDE (CI 77510), ALUMINUM POWDER, ULTRAMARINES (77007), SILICA, *SYNTHETIC FLUROPHYLOGOPITE, ZINC (CI 77947), BRONZE AND COPPER POWDER (CI 77400), NYLON 12, PHENOXYETHANOL, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, POTASSIUM SORBATE, HEXYLENE GLYCOL))
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Cherish (Light)
PiPPermanent in Palette. $5.25.
Robert (Light)
Robert (Light) is a muted, medium-dark taupe-brown with subtle, warm undertones and a matte finish. It had full pigmentation in one layer, which adhered evenly to bare skin and blended out with ease along the edges. The texture was soft, a smidgen dusty in the pan, but it wasn’t prone to sheering out or having fallout during application. It lasted nicely for eight and a half hours before showing signs of fading.
It was lighter and slightly warmer compared to the Deep version.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Nuts 4 U (LE, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar).
- NABLA Cosmetics Camelot (P, $8.00) is warmer (95% similar).
- Viseart Ghiradelli (Cool Mattes 2 #9) (P, ) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Gadzooks (LE, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar).
- MAC Cool Complement (PiP, $17.00) is cooler (90% similar).
- Sephora Warm Cedar (PiP, ) is darker (90% similar).
- Dior Matte Charcoal (PiP, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- BH Cosmetics Carli Bybel Deluxe Edition #15 (LE, ) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Robert (Deep) (PiP, $5.25) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Espresso (Light) (PiP, $5.25) is cooler (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$5.25/0.06 oz. - $87.50 Per Ounce
The matte eyeshadows tend to be pigmented (typically semi-opaque or opaque, often buildable if they aren't opaque) with a soft, more velvety texture that has slight slip but isn't so thick that it gets difficult to use, applies unevenly, or has a lot of fallout. I've found that most of the matte eyeshadows apply and blend out without much effort but a few may take a bit more effort to diffuse along the edges. The matte formula tends to wear between eight and eight and a half hours on me.
Browse all of our Sydney Grace Matte Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
SILK MICA (MICA (77019), BORON NITRIDE, L-LYSINE MICA (MICA 77019 AND LAUROYL LYSINE), CARANUBA MICA (MICA 77019 AND CARANUBA WAX), MAGNESIUM STEARATE, MAGNESIUM MYRISTATE, ZINC STEARATE ((+/- MICA (MICA 77019), FRACTIONATED COCONUT OIL (CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE), TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891) VITAMIN E (TOCOPHEROL), ALLANTOIN, CHROMIUM HYDROXIDE GREEN (CI77289), CHROMIUM GREEN (CI77288), CARMINE, IRON OXIDE (CI 77499, 77491, 77492), TIN OXIDE (CI 778161), MANGANESE VIOLET (CI 77742), FERRIC FERROCYANIDE (CI 77510), ALUMINUM POWDER, ULTRAMARINES (77007), SILICA, *SYNTHETIC FLUROPHYLOGOPITE, ZINC (CI 77947), BRONZE AND COPPER POWDER (CI 77400), NYLON 12, PHENOXYETHANOL, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, POTASSIUM SORBATE, HEXYLENE GLYCOL))
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Look Using this Product
Robert (Light)
PiPPermanent in Palette. $5.25.
Deanna
Deanna is a blackened olive with muted, warm undertones and a metallic sheen. It was ridiculously pigmented, so I’d recommend using less than you might think you need initially. The texture was smooth, creamy, and soft without being too loosely-pressed, though it seemed slightly less-dense compared to other shimmers in the brand’s range. It wore well for nine hours before starting to crease on me.
It was consistent in color with the Deep version (which was as anticipated).
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Fenty Beauty Xtra Terrestrial (LE, ) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Defiance (P, $6.00) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Make Up For Ever ME624 Black Gold (DC, $17.00) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Chanel Vert Lamé (906) (LE, $30.00) is less shimmery, more muted, cooler (85% similar).
- Give Me Glow Buffy (P, $7.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- Hourglass Deep Olive (PiP, ) is less shimmery, lighter (85% similar).
- Urban Decay Crowbar (LE, $19.00) is lighter (85% similar).
- Dose of Colors Jackpot (P, $20.00) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Matheo (PiP, ) is lighter, warmer (80% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.25/0.06 oz. - $104.17 Per Ounce
The shimmer eyeshadows are more consistent in pigmentation with the majority of shades having opaque color coverage. The more metallic/sparkly the shade is, the creamier and more emollient the eyeshadow felt in the pan, which often yielded really smooth application and good adherence to the lid, though a few worked better with a fingertip or a dampened brush for true-to-pan color or to get a truer finish/sheen.
Most shades, however, worked well with brushes, and I didn't have trouble applying or blending out most of the shimmer shades. The more satin to pearl like finishes tend to feel a little thinner but blend out well. These shades wore between eight and nine hours on me with some of the more foiled-like shades creasing noticeably at the end (and the less foiled-like ones fading).
Browse all of our Sydney Grace Pressed Pigment Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
SILK MICA (MICA (77019), BORON NITRIDE, L-LYSINE MICA (MICA 77019 AND LAUROYL LYSINE), CARANUBA MICA (MICA 77019 AND CARANUBA WAX), MAGNESIUM STEARATE, MAGNESIUM MYRISTATE, ZINC STEARATE ((+/- MICA (MICA 77019), FRACTIONATED COCONUT OIL (CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE), TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891) VITAMIN E (TOCOPHEROL), ALLANTOIN, CHROMIUM HYDROXIDE GREEN (CI77289), CHROMIUM GREEN (CI77288), CARMINE, IRON OXIDE (CI 77499, 77491, 77492), TIN OXIDE (CI 778161), MANGANESE VIOLET (CI 77742), FERRIC FERROCYANIDE (CI 77510), ALUMINUM POWDER, ULTRAMARINES (77007), SILICA, *SYNTHETIC FLUROPHYLOGOPITE, ZINC (CI 77947), BRONZE AND COPPER POWDER (CI 77400), NYLON 12, PHENOXYETHANOL, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, POTASSIUM SORBATE, HEXYLENE GLYCOL))
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.
The comparison swatches are super helpful! I was tempted to pick up both, but I’m thinking that will not be necessary. I don’t find the differences to be too glaring between the two palettes and prefer the light version.
I liked this as the dark palette, but when compared with light I think the subtle differences in Light will work really well for me. Beautiful palettes and I like the idea of just tweaking a few colors to suit skin tone vs the light/dark palette having a separate color story. I am really digging this and it might be the first palette I’ve bought in a while. Thank you for swatching and reviewing both for us.
Looks like it sold out ?
Around 10-15 minutes post release, there were a few moments where it sold out and they posted info about the back order but it wasn’t yet available. Back order now works and palette will be sent in early February. What a lovely and considerate release. How lovely they had a backup plan that allows customers to order in a relatively stress-free way, even though the palette initially sold out ?
*Gasp* How dare they be so…professional!
Right?! Some companies (*cough* Pat McGrath *cough*) could learn a thing or two from SG.
I just took advantage of their sale to pick up half a dozen eyeshadows, some of which were definitely maybe intended to dupe Pillow Talk. I’m excited to try this brand out! They restocked The Greatest Gift, which was definitely on my wish list after seeing swatches. I don’t love duochromes/shifts generally but it (and Winter Garden, which I also picked up) look beautiful and wearable. This palette looks so lovely. I’m happy for a smaller, quality brand getting some hype!
You won’t be sorry. SG eyeshadows are absolutely beautiful. They make the best matte formula of all the indie brands I have tried.
If I didn’t already have PMG Decadence plus a ton of MAC Pro Pan mattes, I would absolutely buy this palette. I prefer the jewel toned shimmers/metallics in the Light palette, but prefer the mattes in the Deep version, so I’m actually very happy with what I have already. ?
That’s a great assessment of the differences, Nancy — and that’s why I bought both palettes!
It’s great that they are doing back orders. I’m low buying but this is definitely going on my wishlist. Glad this is permanent!
Thanks so much for getting this review out before release! I just ordered Light, and I’m very excited.
Me too! I’m thinking this will be a total work horse paired with ND Biba.. some cooler shades and some pretty pops of colour to round it out. I love mixing warm and cool shadows for my looks. If it weren’t for the VR shades, I might be saying Pat who? ???
I can see it working really well with Biba. I like to mix warm and cool, too, especially since all cool neutrals can sometimes look muddy on me.
And I thought I was the only one mixing cool and warm ;P
I find myself really wanting this palette.
That’s a great idea – mixing with Biba! I also ordered Light, and since it’s backordered, I’ll have a few weeks of getting excited for that combo, while using all the Pat palettes I got in last month in the meantime 😀
I really want this palette. I’ll have to check how much the shipping will be as it seems to be quite expensive these days.
I haven’t checked all the dupes, but I have few very close ones.
Shipping is $22, I have to think a bit about this, as there will also be taxes and the postal fee here.
I’m so impressed with the lack of dupes for some of these shades.
Another delightful palette from SG – personally I think I prefer the Deep version, but these are lovely too. Beautiful eye look Christine.
I thought I liked the light version the most but after I cut and pasted the two close up photos of the eye looks you did and put them side by side, it turns out I like the deep eye look best Well, if I keep vacillating between the two maybe they will sell out and I can forget trying to decide.
I also want to include that I am very amazed at the number of reviews you have completed and posted! Thank you!!
The deep, rich colors in this palette are enough to make me cry, good lawd!! ❣️?❣️
I feel like this color story was made for me. It’s going on my wishlist.