Pat McGrath Rose Decadence Eyeshadow Palette Review & Swatches
Rose Decadence
Pat McGrath Rose Decadence MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette ($65.00 for 0.42 oz.) is a new, limited edition six-pan palette that features two satin/matte eyeshadows and four shimmer eyeshadows. All six shades performed well; they were pigmented, blendable, and long-wearing and consistent with the brand’s past releases. If you have most of the brand’s palettes, you may find that there’s too much overlap in this palette to justify purchasing.
I know I’m not alone in wondering when the brand will release a full range of cheek products (like single blushes and highlighters), so I also tried using this palette as a cheek palette for fun (it had no impact on ratings!). The two matte shades worked well, but three of the four shimmers (Pink Champagne being the exception) were a bit denser and didn’t work as well as a blush compared to an eyeshadow.
Rose Decadence
LELimited Edition. $65.00.
Pink Champagne
Pink Champagne is a light pink with moderate, warm undertones in the base and peachy-gold shimmer that had a subtle shift and a metallic finish. It had opaque color coverage paired with a smooth, lightly creamy texture that wasn’t too dense nor too firmly-pressed into the pan, so it was easy to pick up with a multitude of brushes. It wore well for nine hours before showing signs of wear.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Colour Pop Blossom Up (PiP, $4.50) is more shimmery (90% similar).
- Colour Pop Come and Get It (P, $4.50) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Colour Pop Seventh Heaven (LE, $6.00) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- Huda Beauty Lilac #4 (LE, ) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- Huda Beauty Angelic (PiP, ) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Coloured Raine Pinkleberry (LE, $6.99) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- NARS Elektra (DC, $25.00) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Tarte Frose (LE, $22.00) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- NARS Wild One (LE, $19.00) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Golden Rose (60M) (P, $29.00) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$25.00/0.04 oz. - $625.00 Per Ounce
Pat McGrath's eyeshadows are, generally, supposed to be "super-saturated" with "creamy, soft textures" and "extreme blendability and adherence without creasing." A lot of how well they perform (and to some degree, how they are supposed to be applied and marketed) depends on the type of shades, but by and large, the eyeshadows perform very much as they are described.
The brand released single eyeshadows in March 2019, and the shades have been consistent in quality, look, and feel. They are not removable, unfortunately, so one would have to depot like any other single eyeshadow--I tried using tweezers and lifting on several shades to no avail. The lids are held closed by a weak magnet, so I'm not sure they're as secure as most single eyeshadow compacts in my stash--I wish it really locked in, but there's definitely a magnet that pulls the lid down if it's within 2mm of the base.
The mattes are velvety, blendable, and dense without being thick or too heavy, and they have semi-opaque to opaque pigmentation where a little can go a long way with some of the deeper and richer hues. The satin and pearl finishes are smooth, lightly creamy, and firmer but not dense or thick with good pigmentation, blendability, and easy application. The more metallic finishes tend to be softer, creamy, and smooth with a bit more denseness and no powderiness. The sparkly/glittery shades are often designed to be applied wet for richer coverage or intensity, which has largely been my experience. Most of the shades last between eight and nine hours.
Browse all of our Pat McGrath EYEdols Eyeshadow swatches.
Ingredients
Mica, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Talc, Zinc Stearate, Boron Nitride, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Phenoxyethanol, Tin Oxide, Sorbic Acid, Ethylene/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Poloxamer 338, Silica, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Carmine (Ci 75470), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491).
Pink Champagne
LELimited Edition. $25.00.
Peach Dusk
Peach Dusk is a medium, pink-leaning coral with a satin sheen. The eyeshadow had excellent pigmentation in a single pass, which applied well to bare skin as the color went on evenly and diffused well along the edges. It had a soft, silky consistency that wasn’t too powdery nor too firmly-pressed into the pan. It stayed on well for nine and a half hours before fading noticeably.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Colour Pop Flowerboy (P, $4.50) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Soul (PiP, ) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Intense (PiP, ) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Huda Beauty Nude Rich #5 (PiP, ) is darker (90% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Scammin' (PiP, ) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- Colour Pop Soft Core (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Flamingo Dream (LE, ) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- Colour Pop Woke (PiP, $4.50) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- Viseart Liaison (LE, ) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- NABLA Cosmetics Nothing Personal (PiP, ) is less shimmery, brighter (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.
Ingredients
Mica, Talc, Boron Nitride, Dimethicone, Ethylene/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Zinc Stearate, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Phenoxyethanol, Maltodextrin, Sorbic Acid, Alumina, Tin Oxide, Poloxamer 338, Silica, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Carmine (Ci 75470), Ultramarines (Ci 77007), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491), Yellow 5 Lake (Ci 19140).
Peach Dusk
LELimited Edition. $25.00.
Fuchsia Flame
Fuchsia Flame is a brighter, medium plum with warmer, more coppery undertones and cooler, blue-to-violet shimmer and micro-sparkle. The texture was moderately dense, firmer but not stiff to work with, and picked up well with a dry brush but needed a moderate hand; I’d say it felt a bit thicker than some past shimmer shades the brand has released.
It had opaque color payoff that adhered well to bare skin and blended out nicely along the edges. This shade lasted nicely for nine hours before fading a bit.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Natasha Denona Pure Love (PiP, $29.00) is darker (90% similar).
- Colour Pop Exo (LE, $6.00) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Ego (LE, $19.00) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Tarte Pink Diamonds (LE, $22.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Colour Pop On the Fly (LE, $8.00) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- MAC Stylishly Merry (LE, $20.00) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- Anastasia Palermo (LE, $12.00) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- NABLA Cosmetics Big Experience (PiP, ) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- MAC Violet Blend #3 (LE, ) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- Dior Party in Colours #2 (LE, ) is darker, 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.
Ingredients
Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Silica, Mica, Zinc Stearate, Talc, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Tin Oxide, Phenoxyethanol, Sorbic Acid, Iron Oxides (Ci 77491), Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Manganese Violet (Ci 77742).
Fuchsia Flame
LELimited Edition. $25.00.
Hedonistic Rose
Hedonistic Rose is a deep plum with moderate, warm undertones and a matte finish. It had nearly opaque color payoff in a single layer, which was easily built up to full coverage with less than half of a layer more. The texture was soft, silky-smooth, and finely-milled without being too powdery nor too firmly-pressed into the pan, so it was easy to work with. It wore well for nine and a half hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Chanel Noir Supreme #3 (PiP, ) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (95% similar).
- Colour Pop Ms. Brightside (LE, $4.50) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Colour Pop Awakened (LE, $4.50) is cooler (90% similar).
- Colour Pop Central Perk (P, $6.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Colour Pop Please Me (LE, $4.50) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Colour Pop Reckless (LE, $4.50) is cooler (85% similar).
- NABLA Cosmetics Opera (PiP, $8.00) is darker, cooler (80% similar).
- Huda Beauty Bossy (LE, ) is darker (80% similar).
- Ace Beaute Cypress Tree (PiP, ) is darker, warmer (80% similar).
- Zoeva Lonely City (PiP, ) is darker, 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.
Browse all of our Pat McGrath EYEdols Eyeshadow swatches.
Ingredients
Mica, Talc, Ethylene/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Dimethicone, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Phenoxyethanol, Aluminum Dimyristate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Sorbic Acid, Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Poloxamer 338, Silica, Zinc Stearate, Manganese Violet (Ci 77742), Carmine (Ci 75470), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491, Ci 77499), Ultramarines (Ci 77007).
Hedonistic Rose
LELimited Edition. $25.00.
Scandalous
Scandalous is a deeper copper with warm, orange-brown undertones and a metallic finish. The texture was dense, slightly firmer and thicker compared to other shimmers (more comparable to Fuchsia Flame than Golden Honey). It had rich pigmentation that adhered well to bare skin by pressing/patting into place. The eyeshadow stayed on nicely for nine hours before fading noticeably.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Colour Pop Pitter Patter (LE, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury Love Glow (Enhance) (LE, ) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Pat McGrath Copper Toned (PiP, $25.00) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Pat McGrath Copper (LE, $25.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Pat McGrath Blood Moon 005 (PiP, $25.00) is more shimmery, brighter (90% similar).
- Tarte Caramel Apple (LE, $22.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Viseart Pirouette (PiP, ) is lighter (90% similar).
- Pat McGrath Rose Venus (DC, $25.00) is lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- Too Faced Wet Kisses (LE, $16.00) is less shimmery, lighter (85% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury Easy Smokey Date (Prime) (LE, ) 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.
Ingredients
Mica, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract, Talc, Zinc Stearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Phenoxyethanol, Sorbic Acid, Iron Oxides (Ci 77491), Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891).
Scandalous
LELimited Edition. $25.00.
Golden Honey
Golden Honey is a medium gold with moderate, warm undertones paired with a metallic finish. It didn’t lean too yellow or too orange, so it was a more balanced gold, and had a slightly deeper, brownish base compared to other golds the brand has released (and there have been many). It had rich color coverage that adhered well to bare skin with a smooth, even lay down of color.
The texture was lightly creamy, dense but not too stiff or too firmly-pressed into the pan. It lasted well for nine hours on me before fading a bit.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Pat McGrath Refined Gold 002 (LE, $25.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty Arabesque #2 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Pat McGrath Jubilee (PiP, $25.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Aurum (PiP, $29.00) is less shimmery, brighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Chanel Codes Elegants #1 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, brighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Pat McGrath After Glow (LE, $25.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury The Rebel (2020) #1 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, brighter (90% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury Green Lights #1 (LE, ) is less shimmery, lighter, brighter (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Fool's Gold (P, $20.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Orium (251DC) (LE, $29.00) is lighter, brighter (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.
Ingredients
Mica, Talc, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Zinc Stearate, Silica, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Phenoxyethanol, Sorbic Acid, Tin Oxide, Boron Nitride, Ethylene/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Poloxamer 338, Bronze Powder (Ci 77400), Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491), Aluminum Powder (Ci 77000).
Golden Honey
LELimited Edition. $25.00.
Pat McGrath Rose Decadence MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Rose Decadence MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Rose Decadence MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Rose Decadence MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Rose Decadence MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Rose Decadence MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Rose Decadence MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Rose Decadence MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Rose Decadence MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Pink Champagne EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Pink Champagne EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Pink Champagne EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Pink Champagne EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Peach Dusk EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Peach Dusk EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Peach Dusk EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Fuchsia Flame EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Fuchsia Flame EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Fuchsia Flame EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Fuchsia Flame EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Hedonistic Rose EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Hedonistic Rose EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Hedonistic Rose EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Scandalous EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Scandalous EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Scandalous EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Golden Honey EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Golden Honey EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Golden Honey EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Rose Decadence MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Rose Decadence MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Rose Decadence MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Rose Decadence MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Rose Decadence MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Rose Decadence MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Rose Decadence MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Rose Decadence MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Rose Decadence MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette
Pat McGrath Pink Champagne EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Pink Champagne EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Pink Champagne EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Pink Champagne EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Peach Dusk EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Peach Dusk EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Peach Dusk EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Fuchsia Flame EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Fuchsia Flame EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Fuchsia Flame EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Fuchsia Flame EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Hedonistic Rose EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Hedonistic Rose EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Hedonistic Rose EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Scandalous EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Scandalous EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Scandalous EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Golden Honey EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Golden Honey EYEdols Eyeshadow
Pat McGrath Golden Honey EYEdols Eyeshadow
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