Pat McGrath Midnight Sun Mothership Eyeshadow Palette Review & Swatches
Midnight Sun
Pat McGrath Midnight Sun Mothership Eyeshadow Palette ($125.00 for 0.47 oz.) is new, permanent palette that features 10 shades across a myriad of finishes. There are three matte finishes, while the rest of the shades are shimmers with four (on the right side) being the more sparkly, dome-shaped variety. The mattes were very pigmented, silky, and blendable, while most of the shimmers were pigmented, blendable, and easy to work with. I did have a bit of fallout with some of the more sparkly shades, and one of the sparkling shades was sheerer unless used with a wet brush.
Skinshow Moon Glow
Skinshow Moon Glow is a light, peachy beige with warm undertones and a bright, pearly sheen. It had very fine shimmer throughout, but it was quite brightening when applied. The pigmentation was opaque in a single layer, which applied evenly and blended out beautifully. This shade stayed on nicely for 10 hours on me before fading a bit.
Top Dupes
- Sephora Satin Corset (281) (P, $8.00) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury Fallen Angel #1 (LE, ) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Sephora Feather (PiP, ) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (95% similar).
- NABLA Cosmetics Luna (P, $8.00) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Surratt Beauty Soie (P, $20.00) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Anastasia Vermeer (P, $12.00) is less shimmery (90% similar).
- Tarte Crystal Spark (LE, ) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Laurel (PiP, $29.00) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Chanel Poesie #2 (LE, ) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Colour Pop Champagne Toast (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$25.00/0.04 oz. - $625.00 Per Ounce
Pat McGrath's eyeshadows are, generally, supposed to be "super-saturated" with "creamy, soft textures" and "extreme blendability and adherence without creasing." A lot of how well they perform (and to some degree, how they are supposed to be applied and marketed) depends on the type of shades, but by and large, the eyeshadows perform very much as they are described.
The brand released single eyeshadows in March 2019, and the shades have been consistent in quality, look, and feel. They are not removable, unfortunately, so one would have to depot like any other single eyeshadow--I tried using tweezers and lifting on several shades to no avail. The lids are held closed by a weak magnet, so I'm not sure they're as secure as most single eyeshadow compacts in my stash--I wish it really locked in, but there's definitely a magnet that pulls the lid down if it's within 2mm of the base.
The mattes are velvety, blendable, and dense without being thick or too heavy, and they have semi-opaque to opaque pigmentation where a little can go a long way with some of the deeper and richer hues. The satin and pearl finishes are smooth, lightly creamy, and firmer but not dense or thick with good pigmentation, blendability, and easy application. The more metallic finishes tend to be softer, creamy, and smooth with a bit more denseness and no powderiness. The sparkly/glittery shades are often designed to be applied wet for richer coverage or intensity, which has largely been my experience. Most of the shades last between eight and nine hours.
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Bronze Eclipse
Bronze Eclipse is a golden bronze with warm undertones and a bright, metallic finish. It was intensely pigmented where a little went a very long way. The texture was smooth to the touch, creamy without being heavy, and it “melted” when applied to my skin for a very flattering, shiny finish that was smoothing as well. It wore well for 10 hours before creasing very faintly on me.
Top Dupes
- Too Faced Peanut Butter Cup (LE, $16.00) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- Marc Jacobs Beauty Brav-O (P, $29.00) is more shimmery, warmer (95% similar).
- Bobbi Brown Tiki (LE, $22.00) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty Winter 2018 #3 (LE, ) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Make Up For Ever ME644 Iced Brown (DC, $21.00) is more shimmery (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Copper Stone (188M) (PiP, $29.00) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- LORAC Uncensored (PiP, $19.00) is more shimmery (90% similar).
- Fenty Beauty Desert Baked (PiP, ) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Laura Mercier Envoutante (LE, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- MAC Woodwinked (P, $17.00) is more shimmery (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$25.00/0.04 oz. - $625.00 Per Ounce
Pat McGrath's eyeshadows are, generally, supposed to be "super-saturated" with "creamy, soft textures" and "extreme blendability and adherence without creasing." A lot of how well they perform (and to some degree, how they are supposed to be applied and marketed) depends on the type of shades, but by and large, the eyeshadows perform very much as they are described.
The brand released single eyeshadows in March 2019, and the shades have been consistent in quality, look, and feel. They are not removable, unfortunately, so one would have to depot like any other single eyeshadow--I tried using tweezers and lifting on several shades to no avail. The lids are held closed by a weak magnet, so I'm not sure they're as secure as most single eyeshadow compacts in my stash--I wish it really locked in, but there's definitely a magnet that pulls the lid down if it's within 2mm of the base.
The mattes are velvety, blendable, and dense without being thick or too heavy, and they have semi-opaque to opaque pigmentation where a little can go a long way with some of the deeper and richer hues. The satin and pearl finishes are smooth, lightly creamy, and firmer but not dense or thick with good pigmentation, blendability, and easy application. The more metallic finishes tend to be softer, creamy, and smooth with a bit more denseness and no powderiness. The sparkly/glittery shades are often designed to be applied wet for richer coverage or intensity, which has largely been my experience. Most of the shades last between eight and nine hours.
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Vermillion Venom
Vermillion Venom is a rich, reddish burgundy with warm undertones and a matte finish. The eyeshadow had rich pigmentation in a single layer, which applied evenly to bare skin and blended out nicely along the edges. The consistency felt velvety, slightly denser and more substantial, and there was a bit of fallout if I wasn’t careful to tap off excess prior to applying. There were signs of fading after 10 hours of wear.
Top Dupes
- Wet 'n' Wild My Glamour Squad #3 (PiP, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- Colour Pop Maintenance (LE, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar).
- Colour Pop Red Bottoms (PiP, $4.50) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Coloured Raine Dusk (LE, $6.99) is lighter (90% similar).
- Colour Pop Realness (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Lannister Red (LE, $19.00) is darker, more muted (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Clove (PiP, ) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Pasha (219CM) (PiP, ) is darker, more muted (85% similar).
- Colour Pop Malbec (LE, $4.50) is lighter (85% similar).
- Colour Pop Cute Alert (P, $4.50) is lighter (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$25.00/0.04 oz. - $625.00 Per Ounce
Pat McGrath's eyeshadows are, generally, supposed to be "super-saturated" with "creamy, soft textures" and "extreme blendability and adherence without creasing." A lot of how well they perform (and to some degree, how they are supposed to be applied and marketed) depends on the type of shades, but by and large, the eyeshadows perform very much as they are described.
The brand released single eyeshadows in March 2019, and the shades have been consistent in quality, look, and feel. They are not removable, unfortunately, so one would have to depot like any other single eyeshadow--I tried using tweezers and lifting on several shades to no avail. The lids are held closed by a weak magnet, so I'm not sure they're as secure as most single eyeshadow compacts in my stash--I wish it really locked in, but there's definitely a magnet that pulls the lid down if it's within 2mm of the base.
The mattes are velvety, blendable, and dense without being thick or too heavy, and they have semi-opaque to opaque pigmentation where a little can go a long way with some of the deeper and richer hues. The satin and pearl finishes are smooth, lightly creamy, and firmer but not dense or thick with good pigmentation, blendability, and easy application. The more metallic finishes tend to be softer, creamy, and smooth with a bit more denseness and no powderiness. The sparkly/glittery shades are often designed to be applied wet for richer coverage or intensity, which has largely been my experience. Most of the shades last between eight and nine hours.
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Blood Moon 005
Blood Moon 005 is a rich, medium-dark copper with strong,w arm orange undertones and a sparkling, metallic finish. It had good pigmentation applied dry but applied more smoothly and had fully opaque coverage when applied with a dampened brush or a fingertip. The texture felt drier, more sparkly to the touch, though it applied smoothly when I pressed and gently patted it into place. There was light fallout when I worked with it dry, but I didn’t have issues with continuous fallout during the 10 hours it lasted for.
Top Dupes
- Colour Pop Sequin (P, $5.00) is less shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- Viseart Fiery (Minx #5) (P, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- Colour Pop Lightning Bug (PiP, $5.00) is lighter, warmer (95% similar).
- Colour Pop Puppuccino (LE, $5.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- Linda Hallberg Cosmetics Gamma (LE, ) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- Viseart Mimolette (LE, ) is less shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- LORAC Illusion (LE, $19.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Viseart Aurora (GPV2 #27) (LE, ) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- PIXI Beauty Auburn Blaze (PiP, $20.00) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Too Faced Wet Kisses (LE, $16.00) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$25.00/0.04 oz. - $625.00 Per Ounce
Pat McGrath's eyeshadows are, generally, supposed to be "super-saturated" with "creamy, soft textures" and "extreme blendability and adherence without creasing." A lot of how well they perform (and to some degree, how they are supposed to be applied and marketed) depends on the type of shades, but by and large, the eyeshadows perform very much as they are described.
The brand released single eyeshadows in March 2019, and the shades have been consistent in quality, look, and feel. They are not removable, unfortunately, so one would have to depot like any other single eyeshadow--I tried using tweezers and lifting on several shades to no avail. The lids are held closed by a weak magnet, so I'm not sure they're as secure as most single eyeshadow compacts in my stash--I wish it really locked in, but there's definitely a magnet that pulls the lid down if it's within 2mm of the base.
The mattes are velvety, blendable, and dense without being thick or too heavy, and they have semi-opaque to opaque pigmentation where a little can go a long way with some of the deeper and richer hues. The satin and pearl finishes are smooth, lightly creamy, and firmer but not dense or thick with good pigmentation, blendability, and easy application. The more metallic finishes tend to be softer, creamy, and smooth with a bit more denseness and no powderiness. The sparkly/glittery shades are often designed to be applied wet for richer coverage or intensity, which has largely been my experience. Most of the shades last between eight and nine hours.
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Jubilee
Jubilee is a light-medium gold with muted, warm yellow undertones and a sparkling, metallic finish. It had opaque color coverage applied dry as well as wet, though the dampened application yielded a slightly smoother finish and didn’t have any fallout (dry application had light fallout if I wasn’t careful). The texture felt smooth to the touch, wasn’t powdery nor too firmly pressed in the pan, and the edges blended out well. It stayed on nicely for 10 hours before creasing noticeably.
Top Dupes
- MAC If It Ain't Baroque (LE, $17.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Chanel Quintessence #5 (LE, ) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- Colour Pop Origami (P, $8.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Coloured Raine Lioness (PiP, $6.99) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Chanel Rêve d'Orient #3 (LE, ) is lighter (90% similar).
- Coloured Raine St. Germain Cocktail (P, $6.99) is less shimmery (90% similar).
- BH Cosmetics Club Tropicana #7 (LE, ) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Devinah Cosmetics Electroplate (PiP, $5.00) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- LORAC Gold Leaf (LE, $19.00) is less shimmery (90% similar).
- Tarte Pot of Gold (P, $22.00) is cooler (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$25.00/0.04 oz. - $625.00 Per Ounce
Pat McGrath's eyeshadows are, generally, supposed to be "super-saturated" with "creamy, soft textures" and "extreme blendability and adherence without creasing." A lot of how well they perform (and to some degree, how they are supposed to be applied and marketed) depends on the type of shades, but by and large, the eyeshadows perform very much as they are described.
The brand released single eyeshadows in March 2019, and the shades have been consistent in quality, look, and feel. They are not removable, unfortunately, so one would have to depot like any other single eyeshadow--I tried using tweezers and lifting on several shades to no avail. The lids are held closed by a weak magnet, so I'm not sure they're as secure as most single eyeshadow compacts in my stash--I wish it really locked in, but there's definitely a magnet that pulls the lid down if it's within 2mm of the base.
The mattes are velvety, blendable, and dense without being thick or too heavy, and they have semi-opaque to opaque pigmentation where a little can go a long way with some of the deeper and richer hues. The satin and pearl finishes are smooth, lightly creamy, and firmer but not dense or thick with good pigmentation, blendability, and easy application. The more metallic finishes tend to be softer, creamy, and smooth with a bit more denseness and no powderiness. The sparkly/glittery shades are often designed to be applied wet for richer coverage or intensity, which has largely been my experience. Most of the shades last between eight and nine hours.
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Xtreme Dusk
Xtreme Dusk is a deep taupe with cooler undertones and a matte finish. It had rich pigmentation when applied to my lid and crease in a single layer, while the texture was soft, silky, and blendable without being too firmly nor too softly pressed in the pan. This shade lasted well for nine and a half hours before fading slightly.
Top Dupes
- Buxom Unapologetic (P, $12.00) is warmer (95% similar).
- MAC First Class (LE, $17.00) is cooler (95% similar).
- Tarte Charcoal Sketch (LE, ) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- MAC Cocktail Black (LE, $17.00) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Jouer Ash Brown (PiP, ) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Chanel Blurry Grey #2 (PiP, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- MAC Gagging for Gifts (LE, $17.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Marc Jacobs Beauty Everywhere (PiP, ) is more shimmery (90% similar).
- Burberry Graphite (No. 28) (DC, $29.00) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- Stila Chocolate (LE, $18.00) is warmer (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$25.00/0.04 oz. - $625.00 Per Ounce
Pat McGrath's eyeshadows are, generally, supposed to be "super-saturated" with "creamy, soft textures" and "extreme blendability and adherence without creasing." A lot of how well they perform (and to some degree, how they are supposed to be applied and marketed) depends on the type of shades, but by and large, the eyeshadows perform very much as they are described.
The brand released single eyeshadows in March 2019, and the shades have been consistent in quality, look, and feel. They are not removable, unfortunately, so one would have to depot like any other single eyeshadow--I tried using tweezers and lifting on several shades to no avail. The lids are held closed by a weak magnet, so I'm not sure they're as secure as most single eyeshadow compacts in my stash--I wish it really locked in, but there's definitely a magnet that pulls the lid down if it's within 2mm of the base.
The mattes are velvety, blendable, and dense without being thick or too heavy, and they have semi-opaque to opaque pigmentation where a little can go a long way with some of the deeper and richer hues. The satin and pearl finishes are smooth, lightly creamy, and firmer but not dense or thick with good pigmentation, blendability, and easy application. The more metallic finishes tend to be softer, creamy, and smooth with a bit more denseness and no powderiness. The sparkly/glittery shades are often designed to be applied wet for richer coverage or intensity, which has largely been my experience. Most of the shades last between eight and nine hours.
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Taboo
Taboo is a light-medium brown with warmer, slightly yellower undertones and a matte finish. The color payoff was nearly opaque in a single layer, and it was buildable to full coverage with less than half of a layer on top. The texture was silky, smooth, and substantial without being too heavy or too powdery, so it blended out easily but retained its intensity and coverage. It lasted well for nine and a half hours on me before fading visibly.
Top Dupes
- Marc Jacobs Beauty That's Why (PiP, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- Urban Decay Bucked (PiP, $19.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Too Faced Fur Baby (LE, $16.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- Anastasia Incense (LE, $12.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- LORAC Mocha (Mega Pro 4) (LE, $19.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Kat Von D Martyr (LE, ) is brighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Bad Habit Luna (PiP, ) is lighter (90% similar).
- Makeup Geek Tiki Hut (P, $6.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Atik (117CM) (PiP, ) is lighter (90% similar).
- Too Faced Cream Puff (LE, $16.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$25.00/0.04 oz. - $625.00 Per Ounce
Pat McGrath's eyeshadows are, generally, supposed to be "super-saturated" with "creamy, soft textures" and "extreme blendability and adherence without creasing." A lot of how well they perform (and to some degree, how they are supposed to be applied and marketed) depends on the type of shades, but by and large, the eyeshadows perform very much as they are described.
The brand released single eyeshadows in March 2019, and the shades have been consistent in quality, look, and feel. They are not removable, unfortunately, so one would have to depot like any other single eyeshadow--I tried using tweezers and lifting on several shades to no avail. The lids are held closed by a weak magnet, so I'm not sure they're as secure as most single eyeshadow compacts in my stash--I wish it really locked in, but there's definitely a magnet that pulls the lid down if it's within 2mm of the base.
The mattes are velvety, blendable, and dense without being thick or too heavy, and they have semi-opaque to opaque pigmentation where a little can go a long way with some of the deeper and richer hues. The satin and pearl finishes are smooth, lightly creamy, and firmer but not dense or thick with good pigmentation, blendability, and easy application. The more metallic finishes tend to be softer, creamy, and smooth with a bit more denseness and no powderiness. The sparkly/glittery shades are often designed to be applied wet for richer coverage or intensity, which has largely been my experience. Most of the shades last between eight and nine hours.
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Wicked Envy
Wicked Envy is a muted, medium-dark olive green with subtle, warmer undertones and a pearly sheen with faint sparkle throughout. The texture felt more cream-like with a thicker, denser consistency that took a heavier hand or a flat, synthetic brush to pick up well. It applied better with a fingertip, as the warmth of my fingertip did a better job dispersing the product on my lid than a dry brush, but it was workable with a dry brush and more improved with a wet brush. It had opaque pigmentation that stayed on well for 10 hours before creasing a touch on me, and I didn’t notice any fallout over time.
Top Dupes
- Huda Beauty Emerald #8 (LE, ) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Chanel Quintessence #6 (LE, ) is more muted (90% similar).
- Coloured Raine Side of Olives (P, $6.99) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Makeup Geek Take Two (P, $9.99) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Makeup Geek Jester (P, $9.99) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Gold Earth (P, $6.00) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- bareMinerals Eureka (LE, ) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Kat Von D Immaculate (LE, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Tarte Jaded (P, $14.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Fyrinnae Elf Owl (P, $7.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$25.00/0.04 oz. - $625.00 Per Ounce
Pat McGrath's eyeshadows are, generally, supposed to be "super-saturated" with "creamy, soft textures" and "extreme blendability and adherence without creasing." A lot of how well they perform (and to some degree, how they are supposed to be applied and marketed) depends on the type of shades, but by and large, the eyeshadows perform very much as they are described.
The brand released single eyeshadows in March 2019, and the shades have been consistent in quality, look, and feel. They are not removable, unfortunately, so one would have to depot like any other single eyeshadow--I tried using tweezers and lifting on several shades to no avail. The lids are held closed by a weak magnet, so I'm not sure they're as secure as most single eyeshadow compacts in my stash--I wish it really locked in, but there's definitely a magnet that pulls the lid down if it's within 2mm of the base.
The mattes are velvety, blendable, and dense without being thick or too heavy, and they have semi-opaque to opaque pigmentation where a little can go a long way with some of the deeper and richer hues. The satin and pearl finishes are smooth, lightly creamy, and firmer but not dense or thick with good pigmentation, blendability, and easy application. The more metallic finishes tend to be softer, creamy, and smooth with a bit more denseness and no powderiness. The sparkly/glittery shades are often designed to be applied wet for richer coverage or intensity, which has largely been my experience. Most of the shades last between eight and nine hours.
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Blitz Violet Orchid
Blitz Violet Orchid is a light-medium purple with cooler undertones and flecks of blue and violet iridescent sparkle and micro-shimmer. Per the brand, it can be used with a dampened brush for greater intensity, which was accurate; it had mostly opaque coverage applied dry, but it was much brighter, richer, and had more of a metallic finish and full opacity when applied with a wet brush. The consistency was smooth, almost cream-like; it felt more emollient and almost squishy compared to most of the brand’s more dome-shaped formulas. The color applied well to bare skin and stayed on nicely for 10 hours before creasing faintly on me.
Top Dupes
- Pat McGrath Interstellar (LE, $25.00) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Stilazzi Genesis (LE, ) is less shimmery, lighter, less pigmented (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Blue Dahlia (181DC) (LE, $29.00) is darker, cooler (85% similar).
- Dominique Cosmetics Blueberry Fizz (PiP, ) is lighter, more muted, cooler (85% similar).
- Too Faced Villain (LE, $16.00) is less shimmery, darker (85% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Cross Faded (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (85% similar).
- Makeup Geek Center Stage (P, $9.99) is less shimmery, darker (85% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty TFX6 (LE, $36.00) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (85% similar).
- Too Faced Shady Bitch (LE, $16.00) is darker, warmer (80% similar).
- Huda Beauty Gemstone #9 (PiP, ) is warmer (80% similar).
Formula Overview
$25.00/0.04 oz. - $625.00 Per Ounce
Pat McGrath's eyeshadows are, generally, supposed to be "super-saturated" with "creamy, soft textures" and "extreme blendability and adherence without creasing." A lot of how well they perform (and to some degree, how they are supposed to be applied and marketed) depends on the type of shades, but by and large, the eyeshadows perform very much as they are described.
The brand released single eyeshadows in March 2019, and the shades have been consistent in quality, look, and feel. They are not removable, unfortunately, so one would have to depot like any other single eyeshadow--I tried using tweezers and lifting on several shades to no avail. The lids are held closed by a weak magnet, so I'm not sure they're as secure as most single eyeshadow compacts in my stash--I wish it really locked in, but there's definitely a magnet that pulls the lid down if it's within 2mm of the base.
The mattes are velvety, blendable, and dense without being thick or too heavy, and they have semi-opaque to opaque pigmentation where a little can go a long way with some of the deeper and richer hues. The satin and pearl finishes are smooth, lightly creamy, and firmer but not dense or thick with good pigmentation, blendability, and easy application. The more metallic finishes tend to be softer, creamy, and smooth with a bit more denseness and no powderiness. The sparkly/glittery shades are often designed to be applied wet for richer coverage or intensity, which has largely been my experience. Most of the shades last between eight and nine hours.
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Astral Solstice
Astral Solstice is a bright, golden beige that was primarily made up of shimmer and sparkle rather than a base color, as it was more transparent when applied dry. When applied with a dampened brush, it had opaque color payoff and more metallic finish. This shade is recommended to be applied with fingertips, and when done so, it had more medium coverage that added a lot of sparkle and faint shine.
There was light fallout when applied with a dry brush, none with a wet brush, and minimal with a fingertip (dry). The texture felt surprisingly smooth despite how much sparkle and shimmer was in it, and it sat well on my skin with good adhesion through the nine hours it lasted for–there was only a touch of fallout over time. The swatch of this shade, as shown by the brand, was opaque, and while pigmentation was definitely more true medium coverage with fingertip (as recommended), it wasn’t opaque either.
Top Dupes
- Charlotte Tilbury Starlight #1 (LE, ) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Milani Sands of Time (PiP, $5.99) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Tarte Escape (LE, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Lumino (212M) (PiP, $29.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury The Rebel #1 (PiP, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- PIXI Beauty Metal Mauve (PiP, $20.00) is darker (90% similar).
- L'Oreal Iced Latte (P, $7.99) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Ciate Entwine (P, $24.00) is lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- Too Faced Devotion (PiP, ) is warmer (85% similar).
- Sephora Satin Corset (281) (P, $8.00) is lighter, cooler (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$25.00/0.04 oz. - $625.00 Per Ounce
Pat McGrath's eyeshadows are, generally, supposed to be "super-saturated" with "creamy, soft textures" and "extreme blendability and adherence without creasing." A lot of how well they perform (and to some degree, how they are supposed to be applied and marketed) depends on the type of shades, but by and large, the eyeshadows perform very much as they are described.
The brand released single eyeshadows in March 2019, and the shades have been consistent in quality, look, and feel. They are not removable, unfortunately, so one would have to depot like any other single eyeshadow--I tried using tweezers and lifting on several shades to no avail. The lids are held closed by a weak magnet, so I'm not sure they're as secure as most single eyeshadow compacts in my stash--I wish it really locked in, but there's definitely a magnet that pulls the lid down if it's within 2mm of the base.
The mattes are velvety, blendable, and dense without being thick or too heavy, and they have semi-opaque to opaque pigmentation where a little can go a long way with some of the deeper and richer hues. The satin and pearl finishes are smooth, lightly creamy, and firmer but not dense or thick with good pigmentation, blendability, and easy application. The more metallic finishes tend to be softer, creamy, and smooth with a bit more denseness and no powderiness. The sparkly/glittery shades are often designed to be applied wet for richer coverage or intensity, which has largely been my experience. Most of the shades last between eight and nine hours.
Browse all of our Pat McGrath EYEdols Eyeshadow swatches.
Pat McGrath Midnight Sun Mothership Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Midnight Sun Mothership Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Midnight Sun Mothership Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Midnight Sun Mothership Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Midnight Sun Mothership Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Midnight Sun Mothership Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Midnight Sun Mothership Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Midnight Sun Mothership Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Midnight Sun Mothership Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Midnight Sun Mothership Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Midnight Sun Mothership Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Midnight Sun Mothership Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Midnight Sun | Look Details
Pat McGrath Midnight Sun | Look Details
Pat McGrath Midnight Sun | Look Details
Pat McGrath Midnight Sun | Look Details
Pat McGrath Midnight Sun | Look Details
Pat McGrath Midnight Sun | Look Details
Pat McGrath Midnight Sun | Look Details
Pat McGrath Midnight Sun | Look Details
Pat McGrath Midnight Sun | Look Details
Pat McGrath Midnight Sun | Look Details
Pat McGrath Skinshow Moon Glow EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Skinshow Moon Glow EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Bronze Eclipse EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Bronze Eclipse EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Vermillion Venom EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Vermillion Venom EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Blood Moon 005 EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Blood Moon 005 EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Blood Moon 005 EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Jubilee EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Jubilee EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Jubilee EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Xtreme Dusk EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Xtreme Dusk EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Taboo EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Taboo EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Wicked Envy EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Wicked Envy EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Blitz Violet Orchid EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Blitz Violet Orchid EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Blitz Violet Orchid EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Astral Solstice EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Astral Solstice EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Astral Solstice EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Midnight Sun Mothership Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Midnight Sun Mothership Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Midnight Sun Mothership Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Midnight Sun Mothership Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Midnight Sun Mothership Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Midnight Sun Mothership Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Midnight Sun Mothership Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Midnight Sun Mothership Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Midnight Sun Mothership Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Midnight Sun Mothership Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Midnight Sun Mothership Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Midnight Sun Mothership Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Midnight Sun | Look Details
Pat McGrath Midnight Sun | Look Details
Pat McGrath Midnight Sun | Look Details
Pat McGrath Midnight Sun | Look Details
Pat McGrath Midnight Sun | Look Details
Pat McGrath Midnight Sun | Look Details
Pat McGrath Midnight Sun | Look Details
Pat McGrath Midnight Sun | Look Details
Pat McGrath Midnight Sun | Look Details
Pat McGrath Midnight Sun | Look Details
Pat McGrath Skinshow Moon Glow EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Skinshow Moon Glow EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Bronze Eclipse EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Bronze Eclipse EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Vermillion Venom EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Vermillion Venom EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Blood Moon 005 EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Blood Moon 005 EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Blood Moon 005 EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Jubilee EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Jubilee EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Jubilee EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Xtreme Dusk EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Xtreme Dusk EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Taboo EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Taboo EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Wicked Envy EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Wicked Envy EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Blitz Violet Orchid EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Blitz Violet Orchid EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Blitz Violet Orchid EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Astral Solstice EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Astral Solstice EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Astral Solstice EYEdols Eyeshadow
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