Natasha Denona Circo Loco Eyeshadow Palette Review & Swatches
Circo Loco
Natasha Denona Circo Loco 15-Pan Eyeshadow Palette ($129.00 for 1.2 oz.) is a new, limited edition palette that included six matte eyeshadows and nine shimmer eyeshadows. The palette performed consistently with the brand’s formula over the last couple of years: very pigmented, smooth and creamy textures, blendable, and easy to work with.
There were no real duds in the palette; the weakest shade was Magic, a matte purple, but that was buildable, fairly blendable, and very workable. The brand’s more metallic formula is usually a pleasure to use, and that was very much true with this palette! I wish the brand would forego the $129 palette format and just offer the $65 midi form, which is still plenty of product per shade.
Ingredients
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Circo Loco
LELimited Edition. $129.00.
Firework (359CM)
Firework (359CM) is a vivid, medium-dark orange with strong, warm undertones and a matte finish. The eyeshadow had rich color payoff in a single layer, which adhered evenly to bare skin and blended out nicely. The texture was soft, smooth, and substantial without being too thick or too firmly-pressed into the pan. It lasted nicely for eight and a half hours before fading a bit.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Too Faced Butterscotch (Gingerbread Extra Spicy) (LE, $16.00) is lighter, cooler (95% similar).
- Terra Moons Salvaje (P, $6.00) is cooler (95% similar).
- Sephora Tangerine (LE, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- Urban Decay Road Soda (LE, $19.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- Anastasia D1 (Norvina Vol. 3) (LE, ) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Prankster (LE, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Art Deco (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Anastasia A3 (Norvina Vol. 3) (LE, ) is darker, warmer (95% similar).
- ColourPop Sunkiss'd (PiP, $4.50) is more shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- Urban Decay Loyalty (LE, $19.00) is warmer (95% similar).
Formula Overview
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The majority of the brand's eyeshadows are quite pigmented, blendable, and long-wearing. The eyeshadows have improved over time, particularly with respect to longevity (without a primer). The original formula often creased on me within seven to eight hours, whereas the more current formula wears eight to nine hours with fading (instead of full-on creasing). The more matte finishes tend to be a bit more velvety, substantial, and less dry/powdery compared to prior iterations.
The metallic finish is often the creamiest, slightly denser in feel, but has excellent pigmentation, adhesion, and blendability. The sparkling shades can have some fallout, depending on how they're applied and how sparkly they are, so they sometimes work better with fingertips or a dampened brush; they can also run sheerer compared to other finishes.
Cream-Powders are the more unique formulation and tend to have firmer, almost stiff, consistencies and more semi-opaque, watercolor-esque coverage. They are longer-wearing, but they can take a few uses to learn how to use. This formula has also improved compared to when it first debuted--it is a bit more yielding now.
Browse all of our Natasha Denona Creamy Matte Eye Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
SYNTHETIC FLUORPHLOGOPITE, ZINC STEARATE, MICA, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, DIMETHICONE, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, TRIMETHYLOL HEXYLLACTONE CROSSPOLYMER (HDI), SILICA, CI 19140 (YELLOW 5 LAKE) , CI 16035 (RED 40)
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.
Firework (359CM)
LELimited Edition.
Razzle Dazzle (360SM)
Razzle Dazzle (360SM) is a brighter, medium-dark raspberry pink with subtle, cool undertones and flecks of pink and magenta sparkle over a metallic finish. The texture was moderately dense, lightly creamy, and slightly thick compared to other metallics in the palette, though I felt like this gave it better adhesion and helped the sparkles to stay on rather than result in fallout. It had opaque color payoff that wore well for nine hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Bare Minimum (LE, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Girl's Night (P, $6.25) is lighter (95% similar).
- Stila Charmed (LE, $24.00) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Not All There (LE, ) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Treasure Box (PiP, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker (85% similar).
- Anastasia E5 (Norvina Vol. 3) (LE, ) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- Sydney Grace Sweetheart (P, $5.00) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Clionadh Hylocereus (LE, $5.25) is less shimmery, lighter (85% similar).
- ColourPop These Chains (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker (85% similar).
- Wet 'n' Wild VI Purple #9 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, lighter (80% similar).
Formula Overview
$29.00/0.08 oz. - $362.50 Per Ounce
The majority of the brand's eyeshadows are quite pigmented, blendable, and long-wearing. The eyeshadows have improved over time, particularly with respect to longevity (without a primer). The original formula often creased on me within seven to eight hours, whereas the more current formula wears eight to nine hours with fading (instead of full-on creasing). The more matte finishes tend to be a bit more velvety, substantial, and less dry/powdery compared to prior iterations.
The metallic finish is often the creamiest, slightly denser in feel, but has excellent pigmentation, adhesion, and blendability. The sparkling shades can have some fallout, depending on how they're applied and how sparkly they are, so they sometimes work better with fingertips or a dampened brush; they can also run sheerer compared to other finishes.
Cream-Powders are the more unique formulation and tend to have firmer, almost stiff, consistencies and more semi-opaque, watercolor-esque coverage. They are longer-wearing, but they can take a few uses to learn how to use. This formula has also improved compared to when it first debuted--it is a bit more yielding now.
Browse all of our Natasha Denona Metallic Eye Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
TALC, MICA, CALCIUM SODIUM BOROSILICATE, CALCIUM TITANIUM BOROSILICATE, DIMETHICONE, OCTYLDODECYL STEAROYL STEARATE, SILICA, CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE(CAPRYLIC), ALUMINUM CALCIUM SODIUM SILICATE, HYDROGENATED PALM KERNEL GLYCERIDES, ZINC STEARATE, CETYL DIMETHICONE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, VINYL DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER (DIMETHICONE), TIN OXIDE, MYRISTYL TRISILOXANE, HYDROGENATED PALM GLYCERIDES, LAURETH-4, SYNTHETIC FLUORPHLOGOPITE, CALCIUM ALUMINUM BOROSILICATE, ALUMINA, CI 77510 (FERRIC FERROCYANIDE ), CI 77891 (TITANIUM DIOXIDE) , CI 77491 (IRON OXIDES) , CI 77492 (IRON OXIDES ), CI 77499 (IRON OXIDES) , CI 77400 (BRONZE POWDER), CI 77400 (COPPER POWDER) , CI 77000 (ALUMINUM POWDER) , CI 77510 (FERRIC AMMONIUM FERROCYANIDE) , CI 77163 (BISMUTH OXYCHLORIDE) , CI 77007 (ULTRAMARINES), CI 19140 (YELLOW 5 LAKE) , CI 42090 (BLUE 1 LAKE), CI 75470 (CARMINE) .
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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Razzle Dazzle (360SM)
LELimited Edition. $29.00.
Acrobat (361CP)
Acrobat (361CP) is a medium-dark blue with subtle, cool undertones and a natural matte finish. It was a cream-to-powder formula, so it felt more emollient and lightly cream-like in the pan, and it retained some of the glide on my skin while applying and blending it out.
It dried down and stayed put more like a powder eyeshadow after a few seconds. I’d recommend using a denser brush when picking up product initially. It had mostly opaque coverage that built up easily with a second layer. It stayed on well for nine hours but stained slightly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- About Face Lost Unfound (P, $16.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Navy (01V) (PiP, $29.00) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Natasha Denona Enigma (268CP) (LE, ) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Makeup by Mario Party Glam #4 (LE, ) is darker, more muted, warmer (85% similar).
- Huda Beauty Sapphire #1 (LE, ) is darker, cooler (80% similar).
- Chanel Quintessence #8 (LE, ) is darker, warmer (80% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Dim-out (PiP, ) is darker, cooler (80% similar).
- Natasha Denona Symbol (272CP) (LE, ) is darker, warmer (80% similar).
- Terra Moons Arabian Nights (P, $6.00) is darker, more muted, cooler (80% similar).
Formula Overview
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The majority of the brand's eyeshadows are quite pigmented, blendable, and long-wearing. The eyeshadows have improved over time, particularly with respect to longevity (without a primer). The original formula often creased on me within seven to eight hours, whereas the more current formula wears eight to nine hours with fading (instead of full-on creasing). The more matte finishes tend to be a bit more velvety, substantial, and less dry/powdery compared to prior iterations.
The metallic finish is often the creamiest, slightly denser in feel, but has excellent pigmentation, adhesion, and blendability. The sparkling shades can have some fallout, depending on how they're applied and how sparkly they are, so they sometimes work better with fingertips or a dampened brush; they can also run sheerer compared to other finishes.
Cream-Powders are the more unique formulation and tend to have firmer, almost stiff, consistencies and more semi-opaque, watercolor-esque coverage. They are longer-wearing, but they can take a few uses to learn how to use. This formula has also improved compared to when it first debuted--it is a bit more yielding now.
Browse all of our Natasha Denona Cream-Powder Eye Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
MICA, DIMETHICONE, SQUALANE, SILICA, TRIMETHYLSILOXYSILICATE, ISOPRENE COPOLYMER (HYDROGENATED STYRENE), ZINC STEARATE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, OCTYLDODECYL STEAROYL STEARATE, BORON NITRIDE, VINYL DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER (DIMETHICONE), PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRA-DI-t-BUTYL HYDROXYHYDROCINNAMATE, LAURETH-4, CI 77891 (TITANIUM DIOXIDE) , CI 77499 (IRON OXIDES) , CI 77007 (ULTRAMARINES) , CI 42090 (BLUE 1 LAKE)
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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Acrobat (361CP)
LELimited Edition.
Snow Cone (362M)
Snow Cone (362M) is a bright, bluish-silver with subtle, cool undertones and a metallic finish. It was very shiny and reflective, so it sometimes looked cooler or warmer in tone depending on what colors surrounded it. The texture was smooth, creamy, and moderately dense without being too firmly-pressed into the pan, so it picked up well with a dry brush. It lasted well for nine hours before creasing slightly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Terra Moons Skyfall (P, $8.50) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Wet 'n' Wild Water (LE, $6.99) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- ColourPop Hot Copic (LE, $4.50) is lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- Urban Decay Winterfell Snow (LE, $22.00) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- Terra Moons Comet (P, $6.25) is cooler (85% similar).
- BH Cosmetics Foil Eyes 2 #22 (PiP, ) is more shimmery, lighter (85% similar).
- ColourPop Bassline (P, $4.50) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- Make Up For Ever ME202 Iceberg Blue (DC, $17.00) is more shimmery, lighter (85% similar).
- Dior Blue Beat #3 (LE, ) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- Cover FX Halo (P, $28.00) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$29.00/0.08 oz. - $362.50 Per Ounce
The majority of the brand's eyeshadows are quite pigmented, blendable, and long-wearing. The eyeshadows have improved over time, particularly with respect to longevity (without a primer). The original formula often creased on me within seven to eight hours, whereas the more current formula wears eight to nine hours with fading (instead of full-on creasing). The more matte finishes tend to be a bit more velvety, substantial, and less dry/powdery compared to prior iterations.
The metallic finish is often the creamiest, slightly denser in feel, but has excellent pigmentation, adhesion, and blendability. The sparkling shades can have some fallout, depending on how they're applied and how sparkly they are, so they sometimes work better with fingertips or a dampened brush; they can also run sheerer compared to other finishes.
Cream-Powders are the more unique formulation and tend to have firmer, almost stiff, consistencies and more semi-opaque, watercolor-esque coverage. They are longer-wearing, but they can take a few uses to learn how to use. This formula has also improved compared to when it first debuted--it is a bit more yielding now.
Browse all of our Natasha Denona Metallic Eye Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
TALC, OCTYLDODECYL STEAROYL STEARATE, SILICA, DIISOSTEARYL MALATE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, PTFE, ZINC STEARATE, SYNTHETIC FLUORPHLOGOPITE, CALCIUM TITANIUM BOROSILICATE, CALCIUM ALUMINUM BOROSILICATE, MICA, CALCIUM SODIUM BOROSILICATE, ALUMINUM CALCIUM SODIUM SILICATE, ALUMINA, TIN OXIDE, CI 77891 (TITANIUM DIOXIDE ), CI 77491 (IRON OXIDES ), CI 77492 (IRON OXIDES) , CI 77499 (IRON OXIDES) , CI 77510 (FERRIC AMMONIUM FERROCYANIDE) , CI 77510 (FERRIC FERROCYANIDE), CI 77007 (ULTRAMARINES) , CI 77000 (ALUMINUM POWDER) , CI 19140 (YELLOW 5 LAKE) , CI 42090 (BLUE 1 LAKE), CI 77400 (BRONZE POWDER) , CI 77400 (COPPER POWDER) , CI 75470 (CARMINE)
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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Snow Cone (362M)
LELimited Edition. $29.00.
Cotton Candy (363M)
Cotton Candy (363M) is a light-medium pink with neutral-to-warm undertones and a matte finish. The texture was soft, lightly powdery but substantial enough that it didn’t sheer out too readily. It had mostly opaque, buildable pigmentation that was blendable and easy to work with. It wore nicely for eight and a half hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Viseart Cool Mattes 2 #3 (PiP, ) is warmer (95% similar).
- Huda Beauty Filthy (PiP, ) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Give Me Glow Nude Rose (P, $7.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Of Quartz (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Coloured Raine Pink Grapefruit (LE, $6.99) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Makeup Atelier Wood Pink #2 (P, ) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Lethal Cosmetics Daisy (P, $6.50) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Juliette (474CM) (PiP, $29.00) is cooler (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Soul Mates (Light) (PiP, $5.25) is darker (85% similar).
- ColourPop BB Girl (LE, $4.50) is warmer (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$29.00/0.08 oz. - $362.50 Per Ounce
The majority of the brand's eyeshadows are quite pigmented, blendable, and long-wearing. The eyeshadows have improved over time, particularly with respect to longevity (without a primer). The original formula often creased on me within seven to eight hours, whereas the more current formula wears eight to nine hours with fading (instead of full-on creasing). The more matte finishes tend to be a bit more velvety, substantial, and less dry/powdery compared to prior iterations.
The metallic finish is often the creamiest, slightly denser in feel, but has excellent pigmentation, adhesion, and blendability. The sparkling shades can have some fallout, depending on how they're applied and how sparkly they are, so they sometimes work better with fingertips or a dampened brush; they can also run sheerer compared to other finishes.
Cream-Powders are the more unique formulation and tend to have firmer, almost stiff, consistencies and more semi-opaque, watercolor-esque coverage. They are longer-wearing, but they can take a few uses to learn how to use. This formula has also improved compared to when it first debuted--it is a bit more yielding now.
Browse all of our Natasha Denona Metallic Eye Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
SYNTHETIC FLUORPHLOGOPITE, ZINC STEARATE, DIMETHICONE, MICA, TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, TRIMETHYLOL HEXYLLACTONE CROSSPOLYMER (HDI), SILICA, TIN OXIDE, CI 77891 (TITANIUM DIOXIDE), CI 19140 (YELLOW 5 LAKE) , CI 75470 (CARMINE).
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
Cotton Candy (363M)
LELimited Edition. $29.00.
Electrick (364M)
Electrick (364M) is a brighter, medium-dark blue with strong, cool undertones and a soft, metallic finish. It had opaque pigmentation in a single layer, which applied fairly evenly, but it had a more emollient texture that made it harder to diffuse the edges without them looking ragged.
It worked fine packed all over the lid, but I’d recommend using another shade to blend out the edge (e.g. a matte blue in the crease). It stayed on well for eight and a half hours before showing signs of wear.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Coloured Raine Blue Magic (DC, $6.99) is more shimmery, cooler (95% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury Super Blue #3 (LE, ) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Viseart Neptune (GPV2 #19) (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics King Stud (PiP, ) is darker, cooler (95% similar).
- ColourPop Big Apple (LE, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Two Piece (P, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop The Town (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (95% similar).
- KVD Beauty Nebula (DC, $21.00) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Giorgio Armani Spring-Summer '17 (LE, $39.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Just One Kiss (LE, $4.50) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$29.00/0.08 oz. - $362.50 Per Ounce
The majority of the brand's eyeshadows are quite pigmented, blendable, and long-wearing. The eyeshadows have improved over time, particularly with respect to longevity (without a primer). The original formula often creased on me within seven to eight hours, whereas the more current formula wears eight to nine hours with fading (instead of full-on creasing). The more matte finishes tend to be a bit more velvety, substantial, and less dry/powdery compared to prior iterations.
The metallic finish is often the creamiest, slightly denser in feel, but has excellent pigmentation, adhesion, and blendability. The sparkling shades can have some fallout, depending on how they're applied and how sparkly they are, so they sometimes work better with fingertips or a dampened brush; they can also run sheerer compared to other finishes.
Cream-Powders are the more unique formulation and tend to have firmer, almost stiff, consistencies and more semi-opaque, watercolor-esque coverage. They are longer-wearing, but they can take a few uses to learn how to use. This formula has also improved compared to when it first debuted--it is a bit more yielding now.
Browse all of our Natasha Denona Metallic Eye Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
TALC, SYNTHETIC FLUORPHLOGOPITE, MICA, OCTYLDODECYL STEAROYL STEARATE, CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE(CAPRYLIC), CETYL DIMETHICONE, DIMETHICONE, HYDROGENATED PALM KERNEL GLYCERIDES, VINYL DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER (DIMETHICONE), MYRISTYL TRISILOXANE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, TIN OXIDE, HYDROGENATED PALM GLYCERIDES, LAURETH-4, SILICA, ZINC STEARATE, CI 77891 (TITANIUM DIOXIDE) , CI 77510 (FERRIC FERROCYANIDE ), CI 77510 (FERRIC AMMONIUM FERROCYANIDE), CI 77491 (IRON OXIDES) , CI 77492 (IRON OXIDES) , CI 77499 (IRON OXIDES) , CI 77163 (BISMUTH OXYCHLORIDE) , CI 77007 (ULTRAMARINES) , CI 19140 (YELLOW 5 LAKE) , CI 42090 (BLUE 1 LAKE) , CI 75470 (CARMINE).
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.
Electrick (364M)
LELimited Edition. $29.00.
Grin (365M)
Grin (365M) is a darker, antique gold with subtle, warm undertones and a bright, metallic finish with slight sparkle. The eyeshadow was richly pigmented with a smooth, creamy texture that was dense without being thick or too firmly-pressed into the pan. It had excellent adhesion and blended out well. This shade lasted well for nine hours before creasing slightly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Coloured Raine Lioness (LE, $6.99) is more shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- Dose of Colors Top It Off (PiP, ) is darker, warmer (95% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Ganja (PiP, ) is warmer (95% similar).
- Glaminatrix Exposed (PiP, $8.04) is darker (95% similar).
- Anastasia C2 (Norvina Vol. 1) (LE, $12.00) is less shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- NABLA Cosmetics Libertine (PiP, ) is darker (95% similar).
- Coloured Raine Lemon Wheat Grass (LE, $6.99) is darker (90% similar).
- ColourPop Small Fairy (LE, $4.50) is darker (90% similar).
- Juvia's Place Wodaabe (P, ) is darker (90% similar).
- ColourPop Corona (LE, $4.50) is darker (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$29.00/0.08 oz. - $362.50 Per Ounce
The majority of the brand's eyeshadows are quite pigmented, blendable, and long-wearing. The eyeshadows have improved over time, particularly with respect to longevity (without a primer). The original formula often creased on me within seven to eight hours, whereas the more current formula wears eight to nine hours with fading (instead of full-on creasing). The more matte finishes tend to be a bit more velvety, substantial, and less dry/powdery compared to prior iterations.
The metallic finish is often the creamiest, slightly denser in feel, but has excellent pigmentation, adhesion, and blendability. The sparkling shades can have some fallout, depending on how they're applied and how sparkly they are, so they sometimes work better with fingertips or a dampened brush; they can also run sheerer compared to other finishes.
Cream-Powders are the more unique formulation and tend to have firmer, almost stiff, consistencies and more semi-opaque, watercolor-esque coverage. They are longer-wearing, but they can take a few uses to learn how to use. This formula has also improved compared to when it first debuted--it is a bit more yielding now.
Browse all of our Natasha Denona Metallic Eye Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
TALC, OCTYLDODECYL STEAROYL STEARATE, SYNTHETIC FLUORPHLOGOPITE, DIISOSTEARYL MALATE, MICA, SILICA, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, TIN OXIDE, PTFE, ZINC STEARATE, CALCIUM TITANIUM BOROSILICATE, CALCIUM ALUMINUM BOROSILICATE, CALCIUM SODIUM BOROSILICATE, ALUMINUM CALCIUM SODIUM SILICATE, ALUMINA, CI 77891 (TITANIUM DIOXIDE) , CI 77491 (IRON OXIDES) , CI 77492 (IRON OXIDES) , CI 77499 (IRON OXIDES) , CI 77510 (FERRIC FERROCYANIDE) , CI 77510 (FERRIC AMMONIUM FERROCYANIDE), CI 77400 (BRONZE POWDER) , CI 77400 (COPPER POWDER) , CI 77288 (CHROMIUM OXIDE GREENS) , CI 77000 (ALUMINUM POWDER), CI 77007 (ULTRAMARINES), CI 42090 (BLUE 1 LAKE) , CI 77742 (MANGANESE VIOLET) , CI 19140 (YELLOW 5 LAKE) .
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
Grin (365M)
LELimited Edition. $29.00.
Cannon (366M)
Cannon (366M) is a medium copper with strong, warm undertones and a lightly sparkling, metallic finish. It had mostly opaque pigmentation in a single layer, which built up to full coverage with less than a second layer. The texture was soft, more loosely-pressed, which resulted in light fallout during application but not during wear. It wore well for eight hours before fading a bit.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Linda Hallberg Cosmetics Ara (LE, ) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury Bejewelled (Happy Glow Prime) (LE, ) is brighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Fierce (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- MAC Jingle Ball Bronze (P, $17.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Anastasia Desert (P, $22.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Kaja Churro (LE, ) is more muted (95% similar).
- Urban Decay Dumb Luck (P, $19.00) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- ColourPop Weekend (PiP, $4.50) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- MAC Golden (LE, $21.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Urban Decay HBIC (PiP, $19.00) is brighter (95% similar).
Formula Overview
$29.00/0.08 oz. - $362.50 Per Ounce
The majority of the brand's eyeshadows are quite pigmented, blendable, and long-wearing. The eyeshadows have improved over time, particularly with respect to longevity (without a primer). The original formula often creased on me within seven to eight hours, whereas the more current formula wears eight to nine hours with fading (instead of full-on creasing). The more matte finishes tend to be a bit more velvety, substantial, and less dry/powdery compared to prior iterations.
The metallic finish is often the creamiest, slightly denser in feel, but has excellent pigmentation, adhesion, and blendability. The sparkling shades can have some fallout, depending on how they're applied and how sparkly they are, so they sometimes work better with fingertips or a dampened brush; they can also run sheerer compared to other finishes.
Cream-Powders are the more unique formulation and tend to have firmer, almost stiff, consistencies and more semi-opaque, watercolor-esque coverage. They are longer-wearing, but they can take a few uses to learn how to use. This formula has also improved compared to when it first debuted--it is a bit more yielding now.
Browse all of our Natasha Denona Metallic Eye Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
TALC, MICA, OCTYLDODECYL STEAROYL STEARATE, CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE (CAPRYLIC), CETYL DIMETHICONE, SILICA, DIMETHICONE, SYNTHETIC FLUORPHLOGOPITE, HYDROGENATED PALM KERNEL GLYCERIDES, VINYL DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER (DIMETHICONE), MYRISTYL TRISILOXANE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, HYDROGENATED PALM GLYCERIDES, LAURETH-4, ZINC STEARATE, CI 77891 (TITANIUM DIOXIDE) , CI 77491 (IRON OXIDES) , CI 77492 (IRON OXIDES), CI 77499 (IRON OXIDES ), CI 77510 (FERRIC AMMONIUM FERROCYANIDE), CI 77163 (BISMUTH OXYCHLORIDE) , CI 77007 (ULTRAMARINES) , CI 42090 (BLUE 1 LAKE) , CI 19140 (YELLOW 5 LAKE) , CI 75470 (CARMINE).
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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Cannon (366M)
LELimited Edition. $29.00.
Flip (367M)
Flip (367M) is a bright, medium-dark teal with subtle, cool undertones and flecks of lighter green and bluish-teal sparkle over a metallic finish. The eyeshadow had rich pigmentation paired with a lightly creamy, moderately dense texture that still picked up well with a brush and wasn’t overly thick, so I didn’t experience it adding texture to my lid. It stayed on nicely for nine hours before creasing faintly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Make Up For Ever D236 Lagoon Blue (DC, $21.00) is more shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- Smashbox All the Teals (PiP, ) is more shimmery, warmer (95% similar).
- ColourPop Touch the Sky (LE, $6.00) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (95% similar).
- ColourPop Tiny Tangerines (P, $4.50) is warmer (95% similar).
- Sugarpill Skyrise (PiP, $13.00) is more shimmery (90% similar).
- JD Glow Peacock (P, $7.50) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Chanel Affresco #4 (LE, ) is darker (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Galactic Muse (PiP, $6.25) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Anew (DC, $8.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- NARS Break It Up (LE, $25.00) is darker, more muted, cooler (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$29.00/0.08 oz. - $362.50 Per Ounce
The majority of the brand's eyeshadows are quite pigmented, blendable, and long-wearing. The eyeshadows have improved over time, particularly with respect to longevity (without a primer). The original formula often creased on me within seven to eight hours, whereas the more current formula wears eight to nine hours with fading (instead of full-on creasing). The more matte finishes tend to be a bit more velvety, substantial, and less dry/powdery compared to prior iterations.
The metallic finish is often the creamiest, slightly denser in feel, but has excellent pigmentation, adhesion, and blendability. The sparkling shades can have some fallout, depending on how they're applied and how sparkly they are, so they sometimes work better with fingertips or a dampened brush; they can also run sheerer compared to other finishes.
Cream-Powders are the more unique formulation and tend to have firmer, almost stiff, consistencies and more semi-opaque, watercolor-esque coverage. They are longer-wearing, but they can take a few uses to learn how to use. This formula has also improved compared to when it first debuted--it is a bit more yielding now.
Browse all of our Natasha Denona Metallic Eye Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
TALC, CALCIUM TITANIUM BOROSILICATE, OCTYLDODECYL STEAROYL STEARATE, SYNTHETIC FLUORPHLOGOPITE, CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE(CAPRYLIC), CETYL DIMETHICONE, DIMETHICONE, HYDROGENATED PALM KERNEL GLYCERIDES, VINYL DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER(DIMETHICONE), MYRISTYL TRISILOXANE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, TIN OXIDE, HYDROGENATED PALM GLYCERIDES, LAURETH-4, MICA, SILICA, ZINC STEARATE, CI 77510 (FERRIC AMMONIUM FERROCYANIDE ), CI 77891 (TITANIUM DIOXIDE), CI 77491 (IRON OXIDES ), CI 77492 (IRON OXIDES) , CI 77499 (IRON OXIDES) , CI 77510 (FERRIC FERROCYANIDE) , CI 77163 (BISMUTH OXYCHLORIDE) , CI 77007 (ULTRAMARINES) , CI 42090 (BLUE 1 LAKE) , CI 19140 (YELLOW 5 LAKE) , CI 75470 (CARMINE) .
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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Flip (367M)
LELimited Edition. $29.00.
Fun-tomime (368CP)
Fun-tomime (368CP) is a light, sky blue with moderate, cool undertones and a mostly matte finish. It had a cream-to-powder formula behind it, which made it less powdery than it could have been for such a light, pastel-like hue.
The consistency wasn’t as emollient as most of the cream-to-powders I’ve tried (including Acrobat in this palette), but it was easier to work with and sat better on my skin than similar-hued true powder formulations.
It had semi-opaque, buildable coverage that blended out well but was best applied pressed and patted on, then blended out for evenness. This shade lasted well for eight and a half hours before fading noticeably.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Playin' (LE, $4.50) is darker (90% similar).
- NARS Baby Jane (P, $19.00) is darker (90% similar).
- Terra Moons Azure Skies (P, $6.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Perfect Storm (P, $5.25) is darker, cooler (85% similar).
- Anastasia B2 (Norvina Mini Vol. 3) (LE, $12.00) is darker (85% similar).
- ColourPop Take It Easel (LE, $4.50) is darker, cooler (85% similar).
- ColourPop Bright Eyed (LE, $4.50) is darker, cooler (80% similar).
- KVD Beauty Waters (LE, ) is darker, cooler (80% similar).
- ColourPop Got Iced (PiP, $4.50) is darker, cooler (80% similar).
- MAC At the Turntable (LE, $17.00) is darker (80% similar).
Formula Overview
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The majority of the brand's eyeshadows are quite pigmented, blendable, and long-wearing. The eyeshadows have improved over time, particularly with respect to longevity (without a primer). The original formula often creased on me within seven to eight hours, whereas the more current formula wears eight to nine hours with fading (instead of full-on creasing). The more matte finishes tend to be a bit more velvety, substantial, and less dry/powdery compared to prior iterations.
The metallic finish is often the creamiest, slightly denser in feel, but has excellent pigmentation, adhesion, and blendability. The sparkling shades can have some fallout, depending on how they're applied and how sparkly they are, so they sometimes work better with fingertips or a dampened brush; they can also run sheerer compared to other finishes.
Cream-Powders are the more unique formulation and tend to have firmer, almost stiff, consistencies and more semi-opaque, watercolor-esque coverage. They are longer-wearing, but they can take a few uses to learn how to use. This formula has also improved compared to when it first debuted--it is a bit more yielding now.
Browse all of our Natasha Denona Cream-Powder Eye Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
MICA, DIMETHICONE, SQUALANE, SILICA, TRIMETHYLSILOXYSILICATE, ISOPRENE COPOLYMER (HYDROGENATED STYRENE), ZINC STEARATE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, OCTYLDODECYL STEAROYL STEARATE, BORON NITRIDE, VINYL DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER (DIMETHICONE), PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRA-DI-t-BUTYL HYDROXYHYDROCINNAMATE, LAURETH-4, CI 77891 (TITANIUM DIOXIDE) , CI 77491 (IRON OXIDES ), CI 77492 (IRON OXIDES), CI 77499 (IRON OXIDES) , CI 42090 (BLUE 1 LAKE) , CI 19140 (YELLOW 5 LAKE) , CI 77007 (ULTRAMARINES), CI 77510 (FERRIC AMMONIUM FERROCYANIDE), CI 75470 (CARMINE)
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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Fun-tomime (368CP)
LELimited Edition.
Spiral (369M)
Spiral (369M) is a brighter, medium orange with warmer, more yellow undertones and a metallic sheen with faint pink and gold pearl throughout. It had opaque color coverage that adhered well to bare skin with a smooth, even lay down of product that was blendable and easy to work with.
The texture was soft, smooth, and not quite as creamy or as dense as other metallics in the palette–a smidgen more powdery in comparison but definitely not powdery. It wore well for eight and a half hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop 10001 (LE, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Sun Bolt (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- Coloured Raine Sundown (PiP, $6.99) is lighter (95% similar).
- NARS Hot Line (LE, $19.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Starshine (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- ColourPop Boozy (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Fenty Beauty Hunny Slope (LE, $36.00) is more shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Chauffeur (P, $4.50) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Tangerine Dreams (PiP, $4.50) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Viseart Arancia (LE, ) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$29.00/0.08 oz. - $362.50 Per Ounce
The majority of the brand's eyeshadows are quite pigmented, blendable, and long-wearing. The eyeshadows have improved over time, particularly with respect to longevity (without a primer). The original formula often creased on me within seven to eight hours, whereas the more current formula wears eight to nine hours with fading (instead of full-on creasing). The more matte finishes tend to be a bit more velvety, substantial, and less dry/powdery compared to prior iterations.
The metallic finish is often the creamiest, slightly denser in feel, but has excellent pigmentation, adhesion, and blendability. The sparkling shades can have some fallout, depending on how they're applied and how sparkly they are, so they sometimes work better with fingertips or a dampened brush; they can also run sheerer compared to other finishes.
Cream-Powders are the more unique formulation and tend to have firmer, almost stiff, consistencies and more semi-opaque, watercolor-esque coverage. They are longer-wearing, but they can take a few uses to learn how to use. This formula has also improved compared to when it first debuted--it is a bit more yielding now.
Browse all of our Natasha Denona Metallic Eye Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
TALC, OCTYLDODECYL STEAROYL STEARATE, CALCIUM SODIUM BOROSILICATE, SYNTHETIC FLUORPHLOGOPITE, CALCIUM TITANIUM BOROSILICATE, MICA, DIISOSTEARYL MALATE, SILICA, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, TIN OXIDE, PTFE, ZINC STEARATE, ALUMINUM CALCIUM SODIUM SILICATE, CI 77891 (TITANIUM DIOXIDE) , CI 77491 (IRON OXIDES) , CI 77000 (ALUMINUM POWDER) , CI 75470 (CARMINE)
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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Spiral (369M)
LELimited Edition. $29.00.
Magic (370CM)
Magic (370CM) is a darker purple with muted, cool undertones and a matte finish. It had more medium to semi-opaque, buildable pigmentation with a moderately powdery texture that was slightly thinner and less smooth compared to other mattes.
It’s a massive improvement from the last time I experienced a more matte, cooler-toned purple from the brand (years ago!), and in the realm of matte purples, it was pretty easy to work with but not nearly as good as the brand’s matte eyeshadows tend to be. It took a little more effort to blend out, and it was more reactive to any natural oils on the skin. There were signs of fading present after eight and a half hours of wear.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- MAC Power to the Purple (P, $17.00) is darker (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Electric Violet (28V) (PiP, $29.00) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- ColourPop Legend (LE, $4.50) is warmer (85% similar).
- MAC Club New Wave Mix (LE, $17.00) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Give Me Glow Punk (PiP, $7.00) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
- ColourPop Zeitgeist (LE, $4.50) is brighter, warmer (85% similar).
- MAC Bon Nuit (LE, $17.00) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Morphe Truth (LE, ) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (80% similar).
- Surratt Beauty Violaceous (P, $20.00) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (80% similar).
- KVD Beauty Exorcism (LE, ) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (80% similar).
Formula Overview
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The majority of the brand's eyeshadows are quite pigmented, blendable, and long-wearing. The eyeshadows have improved over time, particularly with respect to longevity (without a primer). The original formula often creased on me within seven to eight hours, whereas the more current formula wears eight to nine hours with fading (instead of full-on creasing). The more matte finishes tend to be a bit more velvety, substantial, and less dry/powdery compared to prior iterations.
The metallic finish is often the creamiest, slightly denser in feel, but has excellent pigmentation, adhesion, and blendability. The sparkling shades can have some fallout, depending on how they're applied and how sparkly they are, so they sometimes work better with fingertips or a dampened brush; they can also run sheerer compared to other finishes.
Cream-Powders are the more unique formulation and tend to have firmer, almost stiff, consistencies and more semi-opaque, watercolor-esque coverage. They are longer-wearing, but they can take a few uses to learn how to use. This formula has also improved compared to when it first debuted--it is a bit more yielding now.
Browse all of our Natasha Denona Creamy Matte Eye Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
SYNTHETIC FLUORPHLOGOPITE, ZINC STEARATE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, DIMETHICONE, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, TRIMETHYLOL HEXYLLACTONE CROSSPOLYMER (HDI), SILICA, CI 77510 (FERRIC AMMONIUM FERROCYANIDE), CI 77007 (ULTRAMARINES) , CI 75470 (CARMINE)
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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Magic (370CM)
LELimited Edition.
Aerialist (371SM)
Aerialist (371SM) is a light and bright, grayish-lavender with warm undertones and flecks of pink and gold sparkle over a metallic finish. It was particularly shiny and reflective, so it could look cooler or warmer depending on what shades surrounded it.
The consistency was smooth, lightly creamy, and dense without being too thick or too firmly-pressed into the pan. It yielded opaque color coverage that adhered evenly, blended well, and lasted for nine hours on me before creasing faintly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Sydney Grace Happy Accident (P, $6.25) is darker, cooler (95% similar).
- Stila G*psy (P, $24.00) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Viseart Amour (PiP, ) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Lavender/Gold and Silver (3) (P, $28.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Inglot J401 Silver Dollar (LE, $25.00) is darker (90% similar).
- BH Cosmetics Foil Eyes #2 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Fyrinnae Illusionary (P, $8.50) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
- MAC Behind the Curtain (LE, $22.00) is more shimmery, darker (85% similar).
- Glaminatrix Peri-twinkle (P, $8.04) is less shimmery, lighter (85% similar).
- Anastasia Seaside (LE, $12.00) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$29.00/0.08 oz. - $362.50 Per Ounce
The majority of the brand's eyeshadows are quite pigmented, blendable, and long-wearing. The eyeshadows have improved over time, particularly with respect to longevity (without a primer). The original formula often creased on me within seven to eight hours, whereas the more current formula wears eight to nine hours with fading (instead of full-on creasing). The more matte finishes tend to be a bit more velvety, substantial, and less dry/powdery compared to prior iterations.
The metallic finish is often the creamiest, slightly denser in feel, but has excellent pigmentation, adhesion, and blendability. The sparkling shades can have some fallout, depending on how they're applied and how sparkly they are, so they sometimes work better with fingertips or a dampened brush; they can also run sheerer compared to other finishes.
Cream-Powders are the more unique formulation and tend to have firmer, almost stiff, consistencies and more semi-opaque, watercolor-esque coverage. They are longer-wearing, but they can take a few uses to learn how to use. This formula has also improved compared to when it first debuted--it is a bit more yielding now.
Browse all of our Natasha Denona Metallic Eye Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
TALC, CALCIUM SODIUM BOROSILICATE, OCTYLDODECYL STEAROYL STEARATE, SILICA, CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE(CAPRYLIC), CETYL DIMETHICONE, CALCIUM ALUMINUM BOROSILICATE, MICA, DIMETHICONE, HYDROGENATED PALM KERNEL GLYCERIDES, VINYL DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER (DIMETHICONE), MYRISTYL TRISILOXANE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, HYDROGENATED PALM GLYCERIDES, TIN OXIDE, LAURETH-4, ZINC STEARATE, CI 77891 (TITANIUM DIOXIDE), CI 77491 (IRON OXIDES), CI 77492 (IRON OXIDES), CI 77499 (IRON OXIDES), CI 77510 8FERRIC AMMONIUM FERROCYANIDE), CI 77510 (FERRIC FERROCYANIDE), CI 77163 (BISMUTH OXYCHLORIDE), CI 77007 (ULTRAMARINES), CI 42090 (BLUE 1 LAKE), CI 19140 (YELLOW 5 LAKE), CI 77000 (ALUMINUM POWDER), CI 75470 (CARMINE)
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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Aerialist (371SM)
LELimited Edition. $29.00.
Act (372CM)
Act (372CM) is a rich, deeper purple with cooler undertones and flecks of red and purple sparkle throughout a soft, metallic sheen. It had opaque pigmentation in a single layer, which adhered evenly to bare skin and blended out well along the edges.
It had light fallout during application when I blended it out, and I noticed that the finish seemed to look slightly softer and color a bit more faded compared to the initial application. It had a lightly creamy, moderately dense texture that picked up well with a dry brush. It stayed on nicely for eight and a half hours before fading a bit.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Pat McGrath Violet Void (LE, $25.00) is more shimmery, more muted (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Beauregarde (P, $15.00) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Anastasia Enchanted (P, $12.00) is warmer (90% similar).
- MAC Harajuku Blu (LE, $17.00) is less shimmery, more muted, warmer (90% similar).
- Rare Beauty Power (LE, ) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Sephora Indigo (PiP, ) is lighter (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Forget-Her-Not (PiP, $6.25) is cooler (85% similar).
- Fyrinnae Queen (P, $7.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- Huda Beauty Chameleon #7 (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (80% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Hazmat (PiP, ) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (80% similar).
Formula Overview
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The majority of the brand's eyeshadows are quite pigmented, blendable, and long-wearing. The eyeshadows have improved over time, particularly with respect to longevity (without a primer). The original formula often creased on me within seven to eight hours, whereas the more current formula wears eight to nine hours with fading (instead of full-on creasing). The more matte finishes tend to be a bit more velvety, substantial, and less dry/powdery compared to prior iterations.
The metallic finish is often the creamiest, slightly denser in feel, but has excellent pigmentation, adhesion, and blendability. The sparkling shades can have some fallout, depending on how they're applied and how sparkly they are, so they sometimes work better with fingertips or a dampened brush; they can also run sheerer compared to other finishes.
Cream-Powders are the more unique formulation and tend to have firmer, almost stiff, consistencies and more semi-opaque, watercolor-esque coverage. They are longer-wearing, but they can take a few uses to learn how to use. This formula has also improved compared to when it first debuted--it is a bit more yielding now.
Browse all of our Natasha Denona Creamy Matte Eye Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
TALC, CALCIUM TITANIUM BOROSILICATE, MICA, OCTYLDODECYL STEAROYL STEARATE, CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE(CAPRYLIC), CETYL DIMETHICONE, SYNTHETIC FLUORPHLOGOPITE, DIMETHICONE, HYDROGENATED PALM KERNEL GLYCERIDES, VINYL DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER (DIMETHICONE), MYRISTYL TRISILOXANE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, TIN OXIDE, HYDROGENATED PALM GLYCERIDES, LAURETH-4, SILICA, ZINC STEARATE, CI 77891 (TITANIUM DIOXIDE) , CI 77491 (IRON OXIDES), CI 77492 (IRON OXIDES) , CI 77499 (IRON OXIDES), CI 77510 (FERRIC AMMONIUM FERROCYANIDE) , CI 77510 (FERRIC FERROCYANIDE) , CI 77163 (BISMUTH OXYCHLORIDE) , CI 77007 (ULTRAMARINES) , CI 42090 (BLUE 1 LAKE) , CI 19140 (YELLOW 5 LAKE) , CI 75470 (CARMINE)
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
Act (372CM)
LELimited Edition.
Joker (373M)
Joker (373M) is a deep pink with subtle, warm undertones and a matte finish. The eyeshadow had full color payoff in a single layer, while the texture was soft, smooth, and velvety without being too powdery nor too firmly-pressed into the pan. It applied evenly to my lid and blended out well. This shade wore well for nine hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- MAC Fall in Love (P, $20.00) is warmer (95% similar).
- ColourPop Love and Warhol (Digital Playground) (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Lethal Cosmetics Ethos (P, $6.50) is warmer (90% similar).
- Pat McGrath Temptation (LE, $25.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Turkish Delight (LE, $4.50) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Anastasia Monte Carlo (LE, $12.00) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Anastasia B3 (Norvina Mini Vol. 3) (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Sugarpill Level Up (PiP, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Marc Jacobs Beauty Rose (LE, $29.00) is warmer (85% similar).
- Huda Beauty Neon Orange #8 (PiP, ) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$29.00/0.08 oz. - $362.50 Per Ounce
The majority of the brand's eyeshadows are quite pigmented, blendable, and long-wearing. The eyeshadows have improved over time, particularly with respect to longevity (without a primer). The original formula often creased on me within seven to eight hours, whereas the more current formula wears eight to nine hours with fading (instead of full-on creasing). The more matte finishes tend to be a bit more velvety, substantial, and less dry/powdery compared to prior iterations.
The metallic finish is often the creamiest, slightly denser in feel, but has excellent pigmentation, adhesion, and blendability. The sparkling shades can have some fallout, depending on how they're applied and how sparkly they are, so they sometimes work better with fingertips or a dampened brush; they can also run sheerer compared to other finishes.
Cream-Powders are the more unique formulation and tend to have firmer, almost stiff, consistencies and more semi-opaque, watercolor-esque coverage. They are longer-wearing, but they can take a few uses to learn how to use. This formula has also improved compared to when it first debuted--it is a bit more yielding now.
Browse all of our Natasha Denona Metallic Eye Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
SYNTHETIC FLUORPHLOGOPITE, ZINC STEARATE, DIMETHICONE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, TRIMETHYLOL HEXYLLACTONE CROSSPOLYMER (HDI), TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE, SILICA, CI 77891 (TITANIUM DIOXIDE) , CI 75470 (CARMINE)
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.
Act and Aerialist, wow. Just beautiful. I love the vibrancy of this palette. Beautiful eye look you did, Christine.
Oh, for an unlimited budget and a lifestyle where I could wear this every day! Alas, neither is true. But this is beautiful, and on Earth 2 I am a wealthy socialite who pulls this out on a regular basis.
You made me laugh with your comment! 😀
And on Earth 2 there is not a pandemic so half of the world populutation has to stay locked in home applying an eyeshadow to show only to the mirror of the bathroom.
Would you consider doing more looks with this palette? I’m tempted to get this palette during the upcoming sephora sale, but I’m feeling a bit stumped. I intuitively know that these shades will look great on my deep skin tone. I tend to default to predictable eyeshadow looks and I want to break out of my comfort zone. I ask you because you have such a talent for coming up with the most unique and stunning eye color looks. I hope you’ll consider my request, but I understand if you’re swamped (which I’m sure you are)!! x
I can definitely put together some color combos–like quads–if that helps!
That would be super helpful!!! Thank you so much! <3
Thank you, looking forward to see the color combos!
I like it! The moment I saw the swatch of Aerialist I was like “that looks like SG Happy Accident!” haha.
If it was a mid size palette, I’d buy it in a heartbeat. I guess I’ll wait for a promo with the hope it won’t sell out earlier…
This is just all of the fun I ever wanted in an eye shadow palette. And it kills me that it is one of her $129 palettes and not a $65. I have been waiting for her to release a palette I just HAVE to have before finally giving her shadows a try and this would be it…but that price.
I know I heard ND say something along the lines of it being LE so she wanted to make sure you had a lot of product but geez, the midi size still contains plenty of product per shade, LOL.
It’s such a shame! Especially it being LE, if I could reasonably save up for it over several months I would consider still getting it but knowing I probably wont have time, sheesh! She really didn’t want me to get this one lol.
Yep, the quality is definitely there. It’s a beautiful palette. However, I agree with you wholeheartedly that this ought to have been a midi $65 size, because very few people wear such colorful shades on the daily so as to make much of a dent in it.
Wow! Just stunningly beautiful eye look Christine ..
These look super pigmented and gorgeous , I would be interested if it was a smaller palette size.
First of all Christine, your eye look using this palette is stunning! The palette has some very beautiful, rich, pigmented shades, but because I wouldn’t use most of them on any regular basis, it’s not a worthwhile purchase for me.
I think this is a beautiful colourful palette, I only wish that instead of so many orange shades there was a forest green in there somewhere. Acrobat and Electrick seem to be similar hues, just different finishes, so one of these could have been a deeper teal shade too. But it’s a mark of a brand to get both of those blues shades so right.
I do agree with you Christine, that the smaller format would have been equally as good, as you could not possibly get through all of these shades in a life time. Plus the price is more prohibitive.
All in all, an excellent palette.
Beautiful color story ! I do have a few dupes , as I have Skyrise and the sugarpill dupe for the bright pink . But the rest of the palette is very beautiful . Not sure if I would pick it up , as there are other palettes and products on my wishlist.
Love this! Too bad it’s so expensive. I would never hit pan on a midi, so I’m sad it’s not in that size. Would you recommend this over a mother ship palette for those of us who have less talent but love color?
I’d argue it’s more colorful than most PMG palettes, actually! So yes, if you want color, it is a nice option… if you have the budget for it.
Ugh I knew it. I knew you’d convince me to buy this thing I will wear once.
That metallic orange is so neat.. surprised about the matte purple, considering she did an entire homage to purple with the Lila palette, you’d think she has the perfect purple pormula.
oh well. I’m buying it. But on sale, dammit.
Finally, a Natasha Denona palette I can confidently skip. It’s gorgeous, but not for me.
Love Aerialist. For me, the Circus theme kind of invites the inclusion of Duochromes or Multichromes which might have added to the value of the pallette. So kind of a missed opportunity there I think.
Act is really pretty. Beyond that anything else that caught my eye already lives in my collection and there are far too many shades I’d never use.
I really like color. I really like fun themes. But something about this particular products strikes me as ugly and garish.
Me too! I love colour but to my eye this is ugly. I do think a. the arrangement of colours in the palette make it distressing to look at and b. the tonal gradient of the mattes and metallics is skewed, i.e. the majority of the mattes are light-mid toned and the majority of the metallics are mid-deep toned. I’m going to wants darker mattes and lighter shimmers. If Joker was a dark berry the whole thing would be much more palatable (lol) for me.
I think this is such a gorgeous palette, and part of me really wants it. If it were the $65 price, it would already be mine. But at this price, and with my big collection, I just can’t justify it. If it ever goes on a good sale, though, I’d consider it.
This is gorgeous, I can’t stop looking at your eye look with it, and I love the ideas you came up with in the separate post.
And I would NEVER wear any of the looks. So this is eye-candy but, luckily (for once) not wallet-threatening.
In case I’ve never told you, I love love love your dupe lists. Thank you for the enormous amount of work you put in to make them so accurate and detailed. I use them every single time I plan a look (um, that is, a look that I don’t copy directly from you, imitating it as exactly as possible… because I do that a lot).
I have too many feelings about this palette, I can’t talk about it right now.
Seriously though, the color story, the choice of which is metallic/matte, the “large” palette size, etc.
WHY. I’ve been dying for Natasha’s answer to a truly color palette. I’m dead.
It’s very pretty and I especially love the packaging but there are only a couple of colors that I would use.
Really love this palette but it’s too expensive for me…The mini for $65 will be great.