Sydney Grace Eyeshadows Reviews & Swatches ("A Dusty Spring Look")
Turtledoves
Sydney Grace Turtledoves Pressed Pigment Shadow ($6.00 for 0.06 oz.) is a medium peach with warm undertones and a metallic sheen. It had rich pigmentation in a single layer, which applied evenly to bare skin and diffused well along the edges. The eyeshadow had a smooth, lightly creamy consistency that was dense without being too thick or too stiff in the pan. It wore well for eight hours before fading slightly on me.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Lancome My French #5 (LE, ) is warmer (95% similar).
- MAC Primo Donna (LE, $17.00) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Pop Off (P, $26.00) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty Winter 2018 #2 (LE, ) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Candlelight (DC, $8.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- ColourPop Drizzle (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery (90% similar).
- ColourPop The Knot (PiP, $4.50) is lighter (90% similar).
- Sephora Pink Quartz (LE, ) is more shimmery (90% similar).
- Huda Beauty Mauve #3 (PiP, ) is more shimmery (90% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty White Suede #1 (LE, ) is lighter (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), Chromium Hydroxide Green (CI77289), Chromium Green (CI77288), Iron Oxide (CI 77499, 77491, 77492), Tin Oxide (CI 778161), Manganese Violet (CI 77742), Ferric Ferrocyanide (CI 77510), Ultramarines (77007), Silica, *Synthetic Flurophylogopite, Zinc (CI 77947), Bronze and Copper Powder (CI 77400), Nylon 12, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, Hexylene Glycol)), aluminum powder
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.
Looks Using this Product
Turtledoves
PPermanent. $6.25.
Shaley's Shimmer
Sydney Grace Shaley’s Shimmer Pressed Pigment Shadow ($6.00 for 0.06 oz.) is a faded, medium teal with subtle, warmer undertones giving it a green-leaning. The consistency was soft, blendable, and a smidgen dusty in the pan, which helped it spread well across my lid but tended to separate a bit of the shimmer away from when I initially placed it when I blended out the edges. It had nearly opaque color payoff that was buildable to full coverage with a second layer. This shade lasted nicely for eight hours on me.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Too Faced Spoiled (Clover) (LE, $16.00) is cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Nix (LE, $6.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Anastasia Venice (P, $12.00) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- NYX Savage (P, $6.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace On the Road Again (DC, $8.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Marc Jacobs Beauty Shoshanna (414) (P, $28.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Tarte Tassel (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Scrooge (DC, $8.00) is darker (90% similar).
- Juvia's Place Yara (LE, ) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Sephora Pizzazz (LE, ) is 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), Carnauba Mica (Mica 77019 and Carnauba Wax), Magnesium Stearate, Magnesium Myristate, Zinc Stearate ((+/- Mica (77019), Fractionated Coconut Oil (Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Chromium Hydroxide Green (CI77289), Chromium Green (CI77288), Iron Oxide (CI 77499, 77491, 77492), Tin Oxide (CI 778161), Manganese Violet (CI 77742), Ferric Ferrocyanide (CI 77510), Ultramarines (77007), Silica, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Zinc (CI 77947), Bronze and Copper Powder (CI 77400), Nylon 12, Carmine (75470), Aluminum (77000) Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, and 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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Shaley's Shimmer
PiPPermanent in Palette. $6.25.
Totally Worth It
Sydney Grace Totally Worth It Pressed Pigment Shadow ($6.00 for 0.06 oz.) is a light-medium purple with warm, pink undertones and a metallic sheen. It had opaque pigmentation that applied evenly and smoothly to bare skin. The texture was soft, smooth, and lightly creamy without being too dense or too firmly-pressed in the pan. It stayed on beautifully for eight and a half hours before showing signs of fading on me.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Fluff (PiP, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Lavender Hill (LE, $6.25) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace I Need a Vacation (DC, $8.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Viseart Coy #8 (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Wish (P, $8.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Wish (DC, $8.00) is cooler (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Flash (DC, $19.00) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop So Devoted (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- ColourPop Hello Fabulous (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- NARS Tonic (DC, $25.00) is darker, warmer (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), Chromium Hydroxide Green (CI77289), Chromium Green (CI77288), Iron Oxide (CI 77499, 77491, 77492), Tin Oxide (CI 778161), Manganese Violet (CI 77742), Ferric Ferrocyanide (CI 77510), Ultramarines (77007), Silica, *Synthetic Flurophylogopite, Zinc (CI 77947), Bronze and Copper Powder (CI 77400), Nylon 12, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, Hexylene Glycol)), aluminum powder
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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Totally Worth It
PPermanent. $6.25.
Ladylike
Sydney Grace Ladylike Pressed Pigment Shadow ($6.00 for 0.06 oz.) is a medium-dark red with warmer undertones and a lightly sparkling, metallic finish. It had rich color payoff that applied well to bare skin with a smooth, even application, but there was a touch of fallout and some movement of the sparkles when I blended out the product. I’d recommend using pressing/patting motions and doing minimal blending or apply with a dampened brush (or even with an adhesive spray). The texture felt more loosely-pressed in the pan as well. It wore well for eight hours on me and looked slightly faded after that.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Urban Decay Raspberry Beret (LE, $19.00) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- Sephora Spiced Plum (379) (P, $9.00) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (95% similar).
- Viseart Clove (PiP, ) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop I am the Master (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- ColourPop Nocturne (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (95% similar).
- Pat McGrath Lotus Luxe (LE, $25.00) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (95% similar).
- MAC Firewerk the Room (LE, $21.00) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (95% similar).
- ColourPop Suite Life (PiP, $4.50) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Our Secret (LE, $4.50) is warmer (90% similar).
- JD Glow Ruby (P, $7.50) is less shimmery, lighter (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), Chromium Hydroxide Green (CI77289), Chromium Green (CI77288), Iron Oxide (CI 77499, 77491, 77492), Tin Oxide (CI 778161), Manganese Violet (CI 77742), Ferric Ferrocyanide (CI 77510), Ultramarines (77007), Silica, *Synthetic Flurophylogopite, Zinc (CI 77947), Bronze and Copper Powder (CI 77400), Nylon 12, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, Hexylene Glycol)), aluminum powder
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.
Look Using this Product
Ladylike
PPermanent. $6.25.
Vamped
Sydney Grace Vamped Pressed Pigment Shadow ($6.00 for 0.06 oz.) is a deep red with warm undertones and a pearly sheen. The eyeshadow was richly pigmented with a smooth, lightly creamy consistency that was easy to work with as it wasn’t too dense nor too firmly-pressed in the pan (where it can get harder to pick up product with a brush). It stayed on nicely for eight hours before fading a bit on me.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Makeup Geek Burlesque (DC, $6.00) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Danessa Myricks Rootbeer (P, $18.00) is cooler (90% similar).
- KVD Beauty Queen (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- Maybelline Pomegranate Punk (P, $6.99) is more shimmery, cooler (85% similar).
- Makeup Geek Showtime (P, $9.99) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- KVD Beauty Rewind (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (80% similar).
- Make Up For Ever D826 Fig (DC, $21.00) is more shimmery, 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), Chromium Hydroxide Green (CI77289), Chromium Green (CI77288), Iron Oxide (CI 77499, 77491, 77492), Tin Oxide (CI 778161), Manganese Violet (CI 77742), Ferric Ferrocyanide (CI 77510), Ultramarines (77007), Silica, *Synthetic Flurophylogopite, Zinc (CI 77947), Bronze and Copper Powder (CI 77400), Nylon 12, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, Hexylene Glycol)), aluminum powder
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.
Look Using this Product
Vamped
PPermanent. $6.25.
Beyond
Sydney Grace Beyond Matte Shadow ($5.00 for 0.06 oz.) is a deep brown with cool undertones and a matte finish. It had opaque pigmentation with a smooth, velvety consistency that had a smidgen of fallout when applied more heavily. The eyeshadow blended out easily along the edges without turning gray or losing its intensity. It lasted well for eight hours before fading slightly on me.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- KVD Beauty Crucifix (LE, ) is more muted (95% similar).
- MAC Embark (P, $17.00) is cooler (95% similar).
- Too Faced Chocolate Dipped (PiP, $16.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- NABLA Cosmetics Adagio (PiP, $8.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Laura Mercier Espresso (LE, $23.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Give Me Glow Underground (PiP, $7.00) is darker, warmer (95% similar).
- MAC How You Thrill Me (LE, $17.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- Zoeva Two Clocks (PiP, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- Urban Decay End Game (PiP, $19.00) is more shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- Tarte Ice Cream Cone (LE, ) is lighter (95% 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), 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.
Beyond
PPermanent. $5.25.
Faithful
Sydney Grace Faithful Matte Shadow ($5.00 for 0.06 oz.) is a medium pink with warm undertones and a matte finish. The color payoff was opaque in a single layer, while the texture was smooth, velvety, and blendable without being too powdery nor too firmly pressed in the pan. The eyeshadow applied well and stayed on nicely for eight hours on my lid.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Sydney Grace Sugar Bear (LE, $5.25) is cooler (95% similar).
- Coloured Raine Daydreaming (LE, $6.99) is warmer (95% similar).
- ColourPop Snow Globe (LE, $4.50) is cooler (95% similar).
- Huda Beauty Shy (LE, ) is warmer (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Soul Mates (Deep) (PiP, $5.25) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Juju (LE, $4.50) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Make Up For Ever S814 Light Rosewood (DC, $21.00) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Chanel Palpitation (104) (LE, $29.50) is warmer (90% similar).
- Chanel Quadrille #3 (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Too Faced Pink Suede (PiP, $16.00) is 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), 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.
More beautiful shades from this sterling brand. I love Shalley’s Shimmer shade, very pretty.
Lovely eye look too Christine.
Wow, love these colors!
Vamped and Turtle Doves are my favorites here! Especially Vamped, oh my, is that a sweet shade!
Awesome! I placed an order with Sydney Grace the other day and picked up Faithful. You hadn’t reviewed it yet but I was betting it would be good based on past reviews. Happy to see it got an A! My order should be here tomorrow, I’m psyched.
Let us know how you like ’em!
Super shades. It’s nice to know we have a place to look for dupes that are likely to excel, for shades we backbunered or wait listed. (E/s as university, oh my.) Like ABH Venice! Shaley’s shimmer is gorgeous. Gotta stop lemming on this brand. Your look is colorful, but on the subdued side. Totally superb. Looking forward to the pressed pigments; haven’t fixated on them as muc, lol.
OTQ: I meant to ask you what magnetic palette you are housing your SG singles in….the one in the photo.
Do you recall which photo? If it is large, black, and holds a lot, it’s an empty, cardboard tray – not a palette!
Ooh Vamped looks fun to play with for a darker look