Sydney Grace Tiny Marvels Eyeshadow Palette Review & Swatches
Tiny Marvels
Sydney Grace Tiny Marvels Eyeshadow Palette ($52.00 for 0.95 oz.) includes eight matte eyeshadows and seven shimmer eyeshadows. All of the eyeshadows had semi-opaque to opaque coverage and lasted between eight to nine hours with the majority of shades being very easy to use. The one shade that was as blendable as it could have been was Jewel Bee, but it wasn’t difficult to work with by any means. I found the performance to be consistent with the brand’s matte/shimmer formulas overall.
I had a few readers request some help on figuring out color combinations, so I tried to rearrange the palette here and here (view them vertically since we don’t have the width to display five shades horizontally!). I tried to arrange them in a way that made sense vertically (as a group of five) and horizontally (as a group of three).
After using the two more contrasting shades specifically for looks (Jewel Bee and Mantis), it was a bit harder to incorporate them than I anticipated. I think that some of the cooler-toned shades, like Jewel Bee, and Mantis (which runs cooler-toned than most of the shades one might normally pair with green, like Death Moth, Walkin’ Stick, and Treehopper) are easiest to work with as 2-3 shade looks or might need an additional shade or two pulled from one’s stash. I will try to come up with some combos and share them in a separate post!
Tiny Marvels
LELimited Edition. $52.00.
Web
Web is a bright, warmer white with a smooth, metallic finish. It was slightly more frosted in appearance on my skin compared to most of the shimmery shades in the palette. The texture was soft and smooth to the touch, but it was slightly thinner and more firmly-pressed compared to the other shades in the palette. It had opaque color coverage that stayed on 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
- LORAC Quartz (LE, $19.00) is less shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- Coloured Raine Crown (PiP, $6.99) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- MAC Nylon (P, $17.00) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Dior Eternal Gold #3 (LE, ) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- Colour Pop Valley Girl (PiP, $6.00) is cooler (90% similar).
- LORAC Dance 'Til Dawn Eyeshadow #2 (LE, $19.00) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Fyrinnae Sled Puppies (P, $6.75) is less shimmery, cooler (85% similar).
- MAC Posh Pedigree #1 (LE, $21.00) is less shimmery, cooler (85% similar).
- Natasha Denona Ice Gold (122K) (PiP, ) is less shimmery, lighter (85% similar).
- Makeup Atelier Honey Brown #1 (P, ) is less shimmery, darker (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.00/0.06 oz. - $100.00 Per Ounce
The shimmer eyeshadows are more consistent in pigmentation with the majority of shades having opaque color coverage. The more metallic/sparkly the shade is, the creamier and more emollient the eyeshadow felt in the pan, which often yielded really smooth application and good adherence to the lid, though a few worked better with a fingertip or a dampened brush for true-to-pan color or to get a truer finish/sheen.
Most shades, however, worked well with brushes, and I didn't have trouble applying or blending out most of the shimmer shades. The more satin to pearl like finishes tend to feel a little thinner but blend out well. These shades wore between eight and nine hours on me with some of the more foiled-like shades creasing noticeably at the end (and the less foiled-like ones fading).
Browse all of our Sydney Grace Pressed Pigment Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
Silk Mica (Mica (77019), Boron Nitride, L-Lysine Mica (Mica 77019 and Lauroyl Lysine), Carnauba Mica (Mica 77019 and Carnauba Wax), Magnesium Stearate, Magnesium Myristate, Zinc Stearate ((+/- Mica (77019), Fractionated Coconut Oil (Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Chromium Hydroxide Green (CI77289), Chromium Green (CI77288), Iron Oxide (CI 77499, 77491, 77492), Tin Oxide (CI 778161), Manganese Violet (CI 77742), Ferric Ferrocyanide (CI 77510), Ultramarines (77007), Silica, Synthetic Flurophylogopite, Zinc (CI 77947), Bronze and Copper Powder (CI 77400), Nylon 12, Carmine (75470), Aluminum (77000) Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, and Hexylene Glycol
Web
LELimited Edition. $6.00.
Treehopper
Treehopper is a medium, yellowy peach with strong, warm undertones and a matte finish. The color payoff was fantastic with full opacity achieved in one layer. The texture was smooth, velvety, and blendable without being too powdery nor too firmly pressed into the pan. It 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
- Sephora Camel (LE, ) is darker, more muted (90% similar).
- Sephora Khaki (LE, ) is darker (90% similar).
- Kat Von D Sage (Base) (PiP, ) is darker (90% similar).
- LORAC Burlap (LE, $19.00) is darker (90% similar).
- Viseart Grande Pro (Vol. 1) #7 (LE, ) is darker, more muted (90% similar).
- Viseart Warm Mattes #3 (PiP, ) is darker (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Tamarind (LE, ) is darker, brighter, warmer (85% similar).
- Wet 'n' Wild Hasta La Costa Baby #1 (LE, ) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Too Faced Chihuahua (LE, $16.00) is darker (85% similar).
- Sydney Grace Toffee (P, $5.00) is darker (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$5.00/0.06 oz. - $83.33 Per Ounce
The matte eyeshadows tend to be pigmented (typically semi-opaque or opaque, often buildable if they aren't opaque) with a soft, more velvety texture that has slight slip but isn't so thick that it gets difficult to use, applies unevenly, or has a lot of fallout. I've found that most of the matte eyeshadows apply and blend out without much effort but a few may take a bit more effort to diffuse along the edges. The matte formula tends to wear between eight and eight and a half hours on me.
Browse all of our Sydney Grace Matte Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
Silk Mica (Mica (77019), Boron Nitride, L-Lysine Mica (Mica 77019 and Lauroyl Lysine), Carnauba Mica (Mica 77019 and Carnauba Wax), Magnesium Stearate, Magnesium Myristate, Zinc Stearate ((+/- Mica (77019), Fractionated Coconut Oil (Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Chromium Hydroxide Green (CI77289), Chromium Green (CI77288), Iron Oxide (CI 77499, 77491, 77492), Tin Oxide (CI 778161), Manganese Violet (CI 77742), Ferric Ferrocyanide (CI 77510), Ultramarines (77007), Silica, Synthetic Flurophylogopite, Zinc (CI 77947), Bronze and Copper Powder (CI 77400), Nylon 12, Carmine (75470), Aluminum (77000) Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, and Hexylene Glycol
Treehopper
LELimited Edition. $5.00.
Fire-Butts
Fire-Butts is a bright, pewter gold with warmer undertones and a sparkling, metallic finish. It was intensely pigmented with a smooth, moderately dense consistency that was lightly creamy but not overly emollient. This shade wore nicely for eight and a half hours before fading a bit.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Formula Overview
$6.00/0.06 oz. - $100.00 Per Ounce
The shimmer eyeshadows are more consistent in pigmentation with the majority of shades having opaque color coverage. The more metallic/sparkly the shade is, the creamier and more emollient the eyeshadow felt in the pan, which often yielded really smooth application and good adherence to the lid, though a few worked better with a fingertip or a dampened brush for true-to-pan color or to get a truer finish/sheen.
Most shades, however, worked well with brushes, and I didn't have trouble applying or blending out most of the shimmer shades. The more satin to pearl like finishes tend to feel a little thinner but blend out well. These shades wore between eight and nine hours on me with some of the more foiled-like shades creasing noticeably at the end (and the less foiled-like ones fading).
Browse all of our Sydney Grace Pressed Pigment Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
Silk Mica (Mica (77019), Boron Nitride, L-Lysine Mica (Mica 77019 and Lauroyl Lysine), Carnauba Mica (Mica 77019 and Carnauba Wax), Magnesium Stearate, Magnesium Myristate, Zinc Stearate ((+/- Mica (77019), Fractionated Coconut Oil (Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Chromium Hydroxide Green (CI77289), Chromium Green (CI77288), Iron Oxide (CI 77499, 77491, 77492), Tin Oxide (CI 778161), Manganese Violet (CI 77742), Ferric Ferrocyanide (CI 77510), Ultramarines (77007), Silica, Synthetic Flurophylogopite, Zinc (CI 77947), Bronze and Copper Powder (CI 77400), Nylon 12, Carmine (75470), Aluminum (77000) Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, and Hexylene Glycol
Fire-Butts
LELimited Edition. $6.00.
Walkin' Stick
Walkin’ Stick is a light-medium, olive green with strong, warm undertones and a matte finish. The eyeshadow had opaque pigmentation that adhered well to bare skin as the color went on evenly, true-to-color, and blended out with little effort. The texture was soft, smooth, and lightly powdery in the pan but not prone to fallout or sheering out too readily on the lid. It stayed on well for eight and a half hours before showing signs of fading.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Make Up For Ever M322 Khaki (DC, $21.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Make Up For Ever Digger (LE, ) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Fenty Beauty Phatigue (PiP, ) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Sephora Omen (PiP, ) is lighter, brighter, warmer (85% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Agua Ardiente (PiP, ) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Make Up For Ever M322 Khaki (P, $17.00) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Dank (LE, ) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Natasha Denona Lodge (283CP) (LE, ) is warmer (80% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Fire OG (LE, ) is darker (80% similar).
- MAC Mo' Money Mo' Problems (P, $17.00) is darker (80% similar).
Formula Overview
$5.00/0.06 oz. - $83.33 Per Ounce
The matte eyeshadows tend to be pigmented (typically semi-opaque or opaque, often buildable if they aren't opaque) with a soft, more velvety texture that has slight slip but isn't so thick that it gets difficult to use, applies unevenly, or has a lot of fallout. I've found that most of the matte eyeshadows apply and blend out without much effort but a few may take a bit more effort to diffuse along the edges. The matte formula tends to wear between eight and eight and a half hours on me.
Browse all of our Sydney Grace Matte Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
Silk Mica (Mica (77019), Boron Nitride, L-Lysine Mica (Mica 77019 and Lauroyl Lysine), Carnauba Mica (Mica 77019 and Carnauba Wax), Magnesium Stearate, Magnesium Myristate, Zinc Stearate ((+/- Mica (77019), Fractionated Coconut Oil (Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Chromium Hydroxide Green (CI77289), Chromium Green (CI77288), Iron Oxide (CI 77499, 77491, 77492), Tin Oxide (CI 778161), Manganese Violet (CI 77742), Ferric Ferrocyanide (CI 77510), Ultramarines (77007), Silica, Synthetic Flurophylogopite, Zinc (CI 77947), Bronze and Copper Powder (CI 77400), Nylon 12, Carmine (75470), Aluminum (77000) Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, and Hexylene Glycol
Walkin' Stick
LELimited Edition. $5.00.
Scarab
Scarab has a rich, warm reddish-brown base with green-to-teal shifting shimmer that gave it a metallic finish. I’m not entirely sure if it’s like the brand’s existing Red Chameleon or it IS exactly the same with a new name, but regardless, it’s very, very close, though I felt like this version was smoother with less slip (in a good way), so it went on more evenly and had fully opaque coverage in one layer. It lasted nicely for eight and a half hours on me before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Sydney Grace Red Chameleon (P, $6.00) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Natasha Denona Orion (105DC) (PiP, $29.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Anastasia Sponsored (LE, $12.00) is more shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- Too Faced Girly (LE, $16.00) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Makeup Geek Havoc (DC, $6.00) is darker (90% similar).
- Colour Pop Sassy (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery (90% similar).
- Wet 'n' Wild Comfort Zone #8 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Lounge (P, $19.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Kat Von D On the Road (P, $16.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Buxom No Faux (P, $12.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.00/0.06 oz. - $100.00 Per Ounce
The shimmer eyeshadows are more consistent in pigmentation with the majority of shades having opaque color coverage. The more metallic/sparkly the shade is, the creamier and more emollient the eyeshadow felt in the pan, which often yielded really smooth application and good adherence to the lid, though a few worked better with a fingertip or a dampened brush for true-to-pan color or to get a truer finish/sheen.
Most shades, however, worked well with brushes, and I didn't have trouble applying or blending out most of the shimmer shades. The more satin to pearl like finishes tend to feel a little thinner but blend out well. These shades wore between eight and nine hours on me with some of the more foiled-like shades creasing noticeably at the end (and the less foiled-like ones fading).
Browse all of our Sydney Grace Pressed Pigment Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
Silk Mica (Mica (77019), Boron Nitride, L-Lysine Mica (Mica 77019 and Lauroyl Lysine), Carnauba Mica (Mica 77019 and Carnauba Wax), Magnesium Stearate, Magnesium Myristate, Zinc Stearate ((+/- Mica (77019), Fractionated Coconut Oil (Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Chromium Hydroxide Green (CI77289), Chromium Green (CI77288), Iron Oxide (CI 77499, 77491, 77492), Tin Oxide (CI 778161), Manganese Violet (CI 77742), Ferric Ferrocyanide (CI 77510), Ultramarines (77007), Silica, Synthetic Flurophylogopite, Zinc (CI 77947), Bronze and Copper Powder (CI 77400), Nylon 12, Carmine (75470), Aluminum (77000) Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, and Hexylene Glycol
Scarab
LELimited Edition. $6.00.
Flutterby
Flutterby is a light-medium coral with moderate, warm undertones and a matte finish. It had good color coverage that needed a bit of additional product layered on to get to full coverage. It darkened slightly when applied to my skin, especially as I blended it out. The texture was soft, finely-milled but a little powdery. It wore well for eight hours before fading noticeably.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Bad Habit Cirrus (PiP, ) is darker (95% similar).
- MAC Happydaze (PiP, ) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Too Faced Frosted Apricot (LE, $16.00) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Colour Pop Good Vibes (PiP, $4.50) is darker (90% similar).
- Huda Beauty Neon Green #8 (LE, ) is darker (90% similar).
- KKW Beauty Chi (PiP, ) is warmer (90% similar).
- MAC Keep Stijl (LE, $17.00) is darker (90% similar).
- Huda Beauty Lilac #5 (LE, ) is darker (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Lyria (245CM) (PiP, ) is darker (85% similar).
- Colour Pop The Libra (P, $4.50) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$5.00/0.06 oz. - $83.33 Per Ounce
The matte eyeshadows tend to be pigmented (typically semi-opaque or opaque, often buildable if they aren't opaque) with a soft, more velvety texture that has slight slip but isn't so thick that it gets difficult to use, applies unevenly, or has a lot of fallout. I've found that most of the matte eyeshadows apply and blend out without much effort but a few may take a bit more effort to diffuse along the edges. The matte formula tends to wear between eight and eight and a half hours on me.
Browse all of our Sydney Grace Matte Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
Silk Mica (Mica (77019), Boron Nitride, L-Lysine Mica (Mica 77019 and Lauroyl Lysine), Carnauba Mica (Mica 77019 and Carnauba Wax), Magnesium Stearate, Magnesium Myristate, Zinc Stearate ((+/- Mica (77019), Fractionated Coconut Oil (Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Chromium Hydroxide Green (CI77289), Chromium Green (CI77288), Iron Oxide (CI 77499, 77491, 77492), Tin Oxide (CI 778161), Manganese Violet (CI 77742), Ferric Ferrocyanide (CI 77510), Ultramarines (77007), Silica, Synthetic Flurophylogopite, Zinc (CI 77947), Bronze and Copper Powder (CI 77400), Nylon 12, Carmine (75470), Aluminum (77000) Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, and Hexylene Glycol
Flutterby
LELimited Edition. $5.00.
Bee Bee
Bee Bee is a rich, medium gold with moderate, warm undertones and a metallic finish. It had opaque pigmentation in a single layer with a smooth, moderately dense texture that was lightly creamy and blendable with good, even application. It stayed on well for nine hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Urban Decay Honey (2019) (PiP, $19.00) is cooler (95% similar).
- Colour Pop Rule Breaker (PiP, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
- Persona Unique (PiP, ) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (95% similar).
- Kat Von D Relic (LE, ) is more shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- Tarte Pot of Gold (P, $22.00) is more shimmery, cooler (95% similar).
- Makeup Geek Fortune Teller (P, $9.99) is more shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- Colour Pop Come Clean (PiP, $6.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Colour Pop Golightly (P, $5.00) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Coloured Raine Superstar (P, $6.99) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Crown (LE, $19.00) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.00/0.06 oz. - $100.00 Per Ounce
The shimmer eyeshadows are more consistent in pigmentation with the majority of shades having opaque color coverage. The more metallic/sparkly the shade is, the creamier and more emollient the eyeshadow felt in the pan, which often yielded really smooth application and good adherence to the lid, though a few worked better with a fingertip or a dampened brush for true-to-pan color or to get a truer finish/sheen.
Most shades, however, worked well with brushes, and I didn't have trouble applying or blending out most of the shimmer shades. The more satin to pearl like finishes tend to feel a little thinner but blend out well. These shades wore between eight and nine hours on me with some of the more foiled-like shades creasing noticeably at the end (and the less foiled-like ones fading).
Browse all of our Sydney Grace Pressed Pigment Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
Silk Mica (Mica (77019), Boron Nitride, L-Lysine Mica (Mica 77019 and Lauroyl Lysine), Carnauba Mica (Mica 77019 and Carnauba Wax), Magnesium Stearate, Magnesium Myristate, Zinc Stearate ((+/- Mica (77019), Fractionated Coconut Oil (Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Chromium Hydroxide Green (CI77289), Chromium Green (CI77288), Iron Oxide (CI 77499, 77491, 77492), Tin Oxide (CI 778161), Manganese Violet (CI 77742), Ferric Ferrocyanide (CI 77510), Ultramarines (77007), Silica, Synthetic Flurophylogopite, Zinc (CI 77947), Bronze and Copper Powder (CI 77400), Nylon 12, Carmine (75470), Aluminum (77000) Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, and Hexylene Glycol
Bee Bee
LELimited Edition. $6.00.
Mantis
Mantis is a brighter, lime green with subtle, warm undertones and a matte finish. The eyeshadow was richly pigmented with a soft, lightly powdery consistency that ensured it was blendable but wasn’t to the point where it became prone to fallout. It had a more noticeable white base, though, and I noticed that I had to be careful when putting it next to deeper shades, like Spyder, as it could turn them a bit grayish. There were signs of fading after eight hours of wear.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Lethal Cosmetics Void (P, $6.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$5.00/0.06 oz. - $83.33 Per Ounce
The matte eyeshadows tend to be pigmented (typically semi-opaque or opaque, often buildable if they aren't opaque) with a soft, more velvety texture that has slight slip but isn't so thick that it gets difficult to use, applies unevenly, or has a lot of fallout. I've found that most of the matte eyeshadows apply and blend out without much effort but a few may take a bit more effort to diffuse along the edges. The matte formula tends to wear between eight and eight and a half hours on me.
Browse all of our Sydney Grace Matte Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
Silk Mica (Mica (77019), Boron Nitride, L-Lysine Mica (Mica 77019 and Lauroyl Lysine), Carnauba Mica (Mica 77019 and Carnauba Wax), Magnesium Stearate, Magnesium Myristate, Zinc Stearate ((+/- Mica (77019), Fractionated Coconut Oil (Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Chromium Hydroxide Green (CI77289), Chromium Green (CI77288), Iron Oxide (CI 77499, 77491, 77492), Tin Oxide (CI 778161), Manganese Violet (CI 77742), Ferric Ferrocyanide (CI 77510), Ultramarines (77007), Silica, Synthetic Flurophylogopite, Zinc (CI 77947), Bronze and Copper Powder (CI 77400), Nylon 12, Carmine (75470), Aluminum (77000) Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, and Hexylene Glycol
Mantis
LELimited Edition. $5.00.
Meadowhawk
Meadowhawk is a rich, deeper pink-coral with warm, peachy gold shimmer that gave it a metallic sheen. It had opaque color payoff that applied well to bare skin with a smooth, even lay down of product that remained blendable along the edges. The texture felt smooth to the touch, dense but not overly firm, so it picked up well with a dry brush. This shade stayed on 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
- Colour Pop Come and Get It (P, $4.50) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Huda Beauty Angelic (PiP, ) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Blushing Peach (LE, $6.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- BH Cosmetics Carli Bybel Deluxe Edition #4 (LE, ) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- Pat McGrath VR Rose Venus (LE, $25.00) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Anastasia Anastasia (LE, $12.00) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Huda Beauty Lilac #4 (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Makeup Geek Wildfire (P, $12.00) is more shimmery, lighter (85% similar).
- Morphe Sissy (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- Fenty Beauty Meteor Crush (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.00/0.06 oz. - $100.00 Per Ounce
The shimmer eyeshadows are more consistent in pigmentation with the majority of shades having opaque color coverage. The more metallic/sparkly the shade is, the creamier and more emollient the eyeshadow felt in the pan, which often yielded really smooth application and good adherence to the lid, though a few worked better with a fingertip or a dampened brush for true-to-pan color or to get a truer finish/sheen.
Most shades, however, worked well with brushes, and I didn't have trouble applying or blending out most of the shimmer shades. The more satin to pearl like finishes tend to feel a little thinner but blend out well. These shades wore between eight and nine hours on me with some of the more foiled-like shades creasing noticeably at the end (and the less foiled-like ones fading).
Browse all of our Sydney Grace Pressed Pigment Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
Silk Mica (Mica (77019), Boron Nitride, L-Lysine Mica (Mica 77019 and Lauroyl Lysine), Carnauba Mica (Mica 77019 and Carnauba Wax), Magnesium Stearate, Magnesium Myristate, Zinc Stearate ((+/- Mica (77019), Fractionated Coconut Oil (Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Chromium Hydroxide Green (CI77289), Chromium Green (CI77288), Iron Oxide (CI 77499, 77491, 77492), Tin Oxide (CI 778161), Manganese Violet (CI 77742), Ferric Ferrocyanide (CI 77510), Ultramarines (77007), Silica, Synthetic Flurophylogopite, Zinc (CI 77947), Bronze and Copper Powder (CI 77400), Nylon 12, Carmine (75470), Aluminum (77000) Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, and Hexylene Glycol
Meadowhawk
LELimited Edition. $6.00.
Luv Bug
Luv Bug is a muted, medium-dark mauve with cooler undertones and a mostly matte finish. The consistency was soft, blendable with light powderiness in the pan. It had good color payoff in a single layer, though it needed to be built up just slightly for full coverage (or applied over primer). It 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
- Sydney Grace Countess (PiP, $5.00) is lighter, cooler (95% similar).
- Dior Matte Mauve (PiP, ) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Ciate Jet Setter (LE, ) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Tarte Skipper (LE, ) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- Zoeva MT100 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Chanel Quiet Revolution #1 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- Colour Pop Clubhouse (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- NYX Undress Me (P, $4.50) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (80% similar).
- Colour Pop Big Moves (PiP, $4.50) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (80% similar).
- Coloured Raine Purpleberry (LE, $6.99) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (80% similar).
Formula Overview
$5.00/0.06 oz. - $83.33 Per Ounce
The matte eyeshadows tend to be pigmented (typically semi-opaque or opaque, often buildable if they aren't opaque) with a soft, more velvety texture that has slight slip but isn't so thick that it gets difficult to use, applies unevenly, or has a lot of fallout. I've found that most of the matte eyeshadows apply and blend out without much effort but a few may take a bit more effort to diffuse along the edges. The matte formula tends to wear between eight and eight and a half hours on me.
Browse all of our Sydney Grace Matte Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
Silk Mica (Mica (77019), Boron Nitride, L-Lysine Mica (Mica 77019 and Lauroyl Lysine), Carnauba Mica (Mica 77019 and Carnauba Wax), Magnesium Stearate, Magnesium Myristate, Zinc Stearate ((+/- Mica (77019), Fractionated Coconut Oil (Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Chromium Hydroxide Green (CI77289), Chromium Green (CI77288), Iron Oxide (CI 77499, 77491, 77492), Tin Oxide (CI 778161), Manganese Violet (CI 77742), Ferric Ferrocyanide (CI 77510), Ultramarines (77007), Silica, Synthetic Flurophylogopite, Zinc (CI 77947), Bronze and Copper Powder (CI 77400), Nylon 12, Carmine (75470), Aluminum (77000) Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, and Hexylene Glycol
Luv Bug
LELimited Edition. $5.00.
Jewel Bee
Jewel Bee is a medium lavender with cool undertones and a matte finish. It had semi-opaque, buildable color coverage that adhered well to bare skin and blended out fairly well. It was easier to use than a lot of pastel-leaning shades like it–not so powdery nor was it prone to sheering out–but it wasn’t quite as blendable as the majority of the brand’s matte shades. This shade wore nicely for eight hours before showing signs of fading.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Clionadh Aurora (P, $4.50) is more shimmery, cooler (95% similar).
- Colour Pop Zoned Out (PiP, $4.50) is darker, cooler (95% similar).
- Colour Pop Heiress (P, $4.50) is cooler (90% similar).
- MAC Otaku (LE, $17.00) is lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- Urban Decay Optimized (PiP, $19.00) is more shimmery, lighter (80% similar).
- Makeup Geek Hopscotch (DC, $6.00) is darker, cooler (80% similar).
- Natasha Denona Zena (LE, ) is darker, cooler (80% similar).
- Too Faced Lavender Cake (LE, $16.00) is lighter, cooler (80% similar).
- NABLA Cosmetics Flowery (PiP, $8.00) is darker, cooler (80% similar).
- Anastasia C4 (Norvina Vol. 4) (LE, ) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (80% similar).
Formula Overview
$5.00/0.06 oz. - $83.33 Per Ounce
The matte eyeshadows tend to be pigmented (typically semi-opaque or opaque, often buildable if they aren't opaque) with a soft, more velvety texture that has slight slip but isn't so thick that it gets difficult to use, applies unevenly, or has a lot of fallout. I've found that most of the matte eyeshadows apply and blend out without much effort but a few may take a bit more effort to diffuse along the edges. The matte formula tends to wear between eight and eight and a half hours on me.
Browse all of our Sydney Grace Matte Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
Silk Mica (Mica (77019), Boron Nitride, L-Lysine Mica (Mica 77019 and Lauroyl Lysine), Carnauba Mica (Mica 77019 and Carnauba Wax), Magnesium Stearate, Magnesium Myristate, Zinc Stearate ((+/- Mica (77019), Fractionated Coconut Oil (Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Chromium Hydroxide Green (CI77289), Chromium Green (CI77288), Iron Oxide (CI 77499, 77491, 77492), Tin Oxide (CI 778161), Manganese Violet (CI 77742), Ferric Ferrocyanide (CI 77510), Ultramarines (77007), Silica, Synthetic Flurophylogopite, Zinc (CI 77947), Bronze and Copper Powder (CI 77400), Nylon 12, Carmine (75470), Aluminum (77000) Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, and Hexylene Glycol
Jewel Bee
LELimited Edition. $5.00.
Marvel
Marvel is a bright, rosy bronze with warm undertones and an intense, metallic finish. The eyeshadow had rich color payoff in a single layer, which adhered evenly to bare skin and blended out nicely along the edges. The texture was creamy, smooth, and dense without being too firmly-pressed into the pan. It stayed on 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
- Colour Pop Silk Teddy (PiP, $4.50) is cooler (90% similar).
- NABLA Cosmetics Sandy (P, $8.00) is cooler (90% similar).
- Bad Habit Ascension (PiP, ) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Colour Pop Rumored (PiP, $4.50) is cooler (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Paris (P, $6.00) is darker, cooler (85% similar).
- Anastasia Pink Champagne (P, $12.00) is less shimmery, darker (85% similar).
- Colour Pop Eclipse (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Colour Pop Smoky Quartz (PiP, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (85% similar).
- Anastasia Streak (LE, $12.00) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Colour Pop Infinity (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.00/0.06 oz. - $100.00 Per Ounce
The shimmer eyeshadows are more consistent in pigmentation with the majority of shades having opaque color coverage. The more metallic/sparkly the shade is, the creamier and more emollient the eyeshadow felt in the pan, which often yielded really smooth application and good adherence to the lid, though a few worked better with a fingertip or a dampened brush for true-to-pan color or to get a truer finish/sheen.
Most shades, however, worked well with brushes, and I didn't have trouble applying or blending out most of the shimmer shades. The more satin to pearl like finishes tend to feel a little thinner but blend out well. These shades wore between eight and nine hours on me with some of the more foiled-like shades creasing noticeably at the end (and the less foiled-like ones fading).
Browse all of our Sydney Grace Pressed Pigment Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
Silk Mica (Mica (77019), Boron Nitride, L-Lysine Mica (Mica 77019 and Lauroyl Lysine), Carnauba Mica (Mica 77019 and Carnauba Wax), Magnesium Stearate, Magnesium Myristate, Zinc Stearate ((+/- Mica (77019), Fractionated Coconut Oil (Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Chromium Hydroxide Green (CI77289), Chromium Green (CI77288), Iron Oxide (CI 77499, 77491, 77492), Tin Oxide (CI 778161), Manganese Violet (CI 77742), Ferric Ferrocyanide (CI 77510), Ultramarines (77007), Silica, Synthetic Flurophylogopite, Zinc (CI 77947), Bronze and Copper Powder (CI 77400), Nylon 12, Carmine (75470), Aluminum (77000) Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, and Hexylene Glycol
Marvel
LELimited Edition. $6.00.
Death Moth
Death Moth is a medium, olive-brown with warmer undertones and a matte finish. It had excellent pigmentation with a smooth, almost creamy texture that was easy to pick up and blend out–it felt more finely-milled and velvety compared to most of the brand’s matte eyeshadows. The eyeshadow applied evenly and wasn’t prone to sheering out too readily. 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
- Colour Pop Velveteen (PiP, $4.50) is darker, warmer (95% similar).
- Marc Jacobs Beauty O Boy (600) (LE, $29.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Milani Smokin' Hot (PiP, $5.99) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- NARS Dover (DC, $25.00) is cooler (90% similar).
- Smashbox Sable (PiP, ) is lighter (90% similar).
- Colour Pop Taboo (PiP, $4.50) is darker (90% similar).
- Dior Ombre Sculpting Powder (001) (PiP, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Chanel Deep #4 (PiP, ) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Smashbox Soft Brown (PiP, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Relax (P, $5.00) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$5.00/0.06 oz. - $83.33 Per Ounce
The matte eyeshadows tend to be pigmented (typically semi-opaque or opaque, often buildable if they aren't opaque) with a soft, more velvety texture that has slight slip but isn't so thick that it gets difficult to use, applies unevenly, or has a lot of fallout. I've found that most of the matte eyeshadows apply and blend out without much effort but a few may take a bit more effort to diffuse along the edges. The matte formula tends to wear between eight and eight and a half hours on me.
Browse all of our Sydney Grace Matte Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
Silk Mica (Mica (77019), Boron Nitride, L-Lysine Mica (Mica 77019 and Lauroyl Lysine), Carnauba Mica (Mica 77019 and Carnauba Wax), Magnesium Stearate, Magnesium Myristate, Zinc Stearate ((+/- Mica (77019), Fractionated Coconut Oil (Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Chromium Hydroxide Green (CI77289), Chromium Green (CI77288), Iron Oxide (CI 77499, 77491, 77492), Tin Oxide (CI 778161), Manganese Violet (CI 77742), Ferric Ferrocyanide (CI 77510), Ultramarines (77007), Silica, Synthetic Flurophylogopite, Zinc (CI 77947), Bronze and Copper Powder (CI 77400), Nylon 12, Carmine (75470), Aluminum (77000) Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, and Hexylene Glycol
Death Moth
LELimited Edition. $5.00.
Bug-a-boo
Bug-a-boo is a medium plum with strong, warm brownish undertones and a mostly matte finish. The texture was soft, lightly powdery but not prone to fallout nor sheering out too readily. It had nearly opaque color coverage in a single layer, which was easily built up to full coverage with less than half of a layer. It wore 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
- Dose of Colors Spaced Out (PiP, ) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- Coloured Raine Testify (LE, $6.99) is less shimmery, cooler (95% similar).
- Kaja Deep Jam (PiP, ) is darker (90% similar).
- Colour Pop Shade (LE, $4.50) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Zoeva Tasting Note (LE, ) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Wet 'n' Wild Nude Awakening #9 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- KKW Beauty Season (PiP, ) is darker (90% similar).
- NYX Skinny Dip (P, $4.50) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Colour Pop Strike It (LE, $4.50) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- MAC Everyone's Darling (PiP, $17.00) is less shimmery, darker (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$5.00/0.06 oz. - $83.33 Per Ounce
The matte eyeshadows tend to be pigmented (typically semi-opaque or opaque, often buildable if they aren't opaque) with a soft, more velvety texture that has slight slip but isn't so thick that it gets difficult to use, applies unevenly, or has a lot of fallout. I've found that most of the matte eyeshadows apply and blend out without much effort but a few may take a bit more effort to diffuse along the edges. The matte formula tends to wear between eight and eight and a half hours on me.
Browse all of our Sydney Grace Matte Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
Silk Mica (Mica (77019), Boron Nitride, L-Lysine Mica (Mica 77019 and Lauroyl Lysine), Carnauba Mica (Mica 77019 and Carnauba Wax), Magnesium Stearate, Magnesium Myristate, Zinc Stearate ((+/- Mica (77019), Fractionated Coconut Oil (Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Chromium Hydroxide Green (CI77289), Chromium Green (CI77288), Iron Oxide (CI 77499, 77491, 77492), Tin Oxide (CI 778161), Manganese Violet (CI 77742), Ferric Ferrocyanide (CI 77510), Ultramarines (77007), Silica, Synthetic Flurophylogopite, Zinc (CI 77947), Bronze and Copper Powder (CI 77400), Nylon 12, Carmine (75470), Aluminum (77000) Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, and Hexylene Glycol
Bug-a-boo
LELimited Edition. $5.00.
Spyder
Spyder is a deep, blackened taupe with cool undertones and a matte finish. The consistency was soft, smooth, and a bit firmer compared to other shades in the brand’s matte formula. It had more buildable coverage from semi-opaque to opaque, which should make it easier to work with. I found the eyeshadow to be blendable and easy to work with as it wasn’t prone to fallout. 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
- Colour Pop Sad Girl (PiP, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar).
- MAC First Class (LE, $17.00) is darker, cooler (95% similar).
- Pat McGrath Xtreme Dusk (PiP, $25.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Tarte Charcoal Sketch (LE, ) is darker, cooler (95% similar).
- Ciate Mecha (LE, ) is lighter, cooler (95% similar).
- Lethal Cosmetics Nocturnal (P, $6.00) is lighter, warmer (95% similar).
- MAC Cocktail Black (LE, $17.00) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (95% similar).
- Fenty Beauty Gettin' Toasty (PiP, ) is lighter (90% similar).
- MAC Gagging for Gifts (LE, $17.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Marc Jacobs Beauty Everywhere (PiP, ) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$5.00/0.06 oz. - $83.33 Per Ounce
The matte eyeshadows tend to be pigmented (typically semi-opaque or opaque, often buildable if they aren't opaque) with a soft, more velvety texture that has slight slip but isn't so thick that it gets difficult to use, applies unevenly, or has a lot of fallout. I've found that most of the matte eyeshadows apply and blend out without much effort but a few may take a bit more effort to diffuse along the edges. The matte formula tends to wear between eight and eight and a half hours on me.
Browse all of our Sydney Grace Matte Shadow swatches.
Ingredients
Silk Mica (Mica (77019), Boron Nitride, L-Lysine Mica (Mica 77019 and Lauroyl Lysine), Carnauba Mica (Mica 77019 and Carnauba Wax), Magnesium Stearate, Magnesium Myristate, Zinc Stearate ((+/- Mica (77019), Fractionated Coconut Oil (Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Chromium Hydroxide Green (CI77289), Chromium Green (CI77288), Iron Oxide (CI 77499, 77491, 77492), Tin Oxide (CI 778161), Manganese Violet (CI 77742), Ferric Ferrocyanide (CI 77510), Ultramarines (77007), Silica, Synthetic Flurophylogopite, Zinc (CI 77947), Bronze and Copper Powder (CI 77400), Nylon 12, Carmine (75470), Aluminum (77000) Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, and Hexylene Glycol
Spyder
LELimited Edition. $5.00.
Sydney Grace Tiny Marvels Eyeshadow Palette
Sydney Grace Tiny Marvels Eyeshadow Palette
Sydney Grace Tiny Marvels Eyeshadow Palette
Sydney Grace Tiny Marvels Eyeshadow Palette
Sydney Grace Tiny Marvels Eyeshadow Palette
Sydney Grace Tiny Marvels Eyeshadow Palette
Sydney Grace Tiny Marvels Eyeshadow Palette
Sydney Grace Tiny Marvels Eyeshadow Palette
Sydney Grace Tiny Marvels Eyeshadow Palette
Sydney Grace Tiny Marvels Eyeshadow Palette
Sydney Grace Tiny Marvels Eyeshadow Palette
Sydney Grace Tiny Marvels Eyeshadow Palette
Sydney Grace Web Pressed Pigment Shadow
Sydney Grace Web Pressed Pigment Shadow
Sydney Grace Treehopper Matte Shadow
Sydney Grace Treehopper Matte Shadow
Sydney Grace Fire-Butts Pressed Pigment Shadow
Sydney Grace Fire-Butts Pressed Pigment Shadow
Sydney Grace Fire-Butts Pressed Pigment Shadow
Sydney Grace Walkin' Stick Matte Shadow
Sydney Grace Walkin' Stick Matte Shadow
Sydney Grace Scarab Pressed Pigment Shadow
Sydney Grace Scarab Pressed Pigment Shadow
Sydney Grace Scarab Pressed Pigment Shadow
Sydney Grace Flutterby Matte Shadow
Sydney Grace Flutterby Matte Shadow
Sydney Grace Bee Bee Pressed Pigment Shadow
Sydney Grace Bee Bee Pressed Pigment Shadow
Sydney Grace Bee Bee Pressed Pigment Shadow
Sydney Grace Mantis Matte Shadow
Sydney Grace Mantis Matte Shadow
Sydney Grace Meadowhawk Pressed Pigment Shadow
Sydney Grace Meadowhawk Pressed Pigment Shadow
Sydney Grace Meadowhawk Pressed Pigment Shadow
Sydney Grace Luv Bug Matte Shadow
Sydney Grace Luv Bug Matte Shadow
Sydney Grace Jewel Bee Matte Shadow
Sydney Grace Jewel Bee Matte Shadow
Sydney Grace Marvel Pressed Pigment Shadow
Sydney Grace Marvel Pressed Pigment Shadow
Sydney Grace Marvel Pressed Pigment Shadow
Sydney Grace Death Moth Matte Shadow
Sydney Grace Death Moth Matte Shadow
Sydney Grace Bug-a-boo Matte Shadow
Sydney Grace Bug-a-boo Matte Shadow
Sydney Grace Spyder Matte Shadow
Sydney Grace Spyder Matte Shadow
Sydney Grace Tiny Marvels Eyeshadow Palette
Sydney Grace Tiny Marvels Eyeshadow Palette
Sydney Grace Tiny Marvels Eyeshadow Palette
Sydney Grace Tiny Marvels Eyeshadow Palette
Sydney Grace Tiny Marvels Eyeshadow Palette
Sydney Grace Tiny Marvels Eyeshadow Palette
Sydney Grace Tiny Marvels Eyeshadow Palette
Sydney Grace Tiny Marvels Eyeshadow Palette
Sydney Grace Tiny Marvels Eyeshadow Palette
Sydney Grace Tiny Marvels Eyeshadow Palette
Sydney Grace Tiny Marvels Eyeshadow Palette
Sydney Grace Tiny Marvels Eyeshadow Palette
Sydney Grace Web Pressed Pigment Shadow
Sydney Grace Web Pressed Pigment Shadow
Sydney Grace Treehopper Matte Shadow
Sydney Grace Treehopper Matte Shadow
Sydney Grace Fire-Butts Pressed Pigment Shadow
Sydney Grace Fire-Butts Pressed Pigment Shadow
Sydney Grace Fire-Butts Pressed Pigment Shadow
Sydney Grace Walkin' Stick Matte Shadow
Sydney Grace Walkin' Stick Matte Shadow
Sydney Grace Scarab Pressed Pigment Shadow
Sydney Grace Scarab Pressed Pigment Shadow
Sydney Grace Scarab Pressed Pigment Shadow
Sydney Grace Flutterby Matte Shadow
Sydney Grace Flutterby Matte Shadow
Sydney Grace Bee Bee Pressed Pigment Shadow
Sydney Grace Bee Bee Pressed Pigment Shadow
Sydney Grace Bee Bee Pressed Pigment Shadow
Sydney Grace Mantis Matte Shadow
Sydney Grace Mantis Matte Shadow
Sydney Grace Meadowhawk Pressed Pigment Shadow
Sydney Grace Meadowhawk Pressed Pigment Shadow
Sydney Grace Meadowhawk Pressed Pigment Shadow
Sydney Grace Luv Bug Matte Shadow
Sydney Grace Luv Bug Matte Shadow
Sydney Grace Jewel Bee Matte Shadow
Sydney Grace Jewel Bee Matte Shadow
Sydney Grace Marvel Pressed Pigment Shadow
Sydney Grace Marvel Pressed Pigment Shadow
Sydney Grace Marvel Pressed Pigment Shadow
Sydney Grace Death Moth Matte Shadow
Sydney Grace Death Moth Matte Shadow
Sydney Grace Bug-a-boo Matte Shadow
Sydney Grace Bug-a-boo Matte Shadow
Sydney Grace Spyder Matte Shadow
Sydney Grace Spyder Matte Shadow
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