Day Dreaming
ColourPop Day Dreaming 9-Pan Pressed Powder Palette ($14.00 for 0.32 oz.) is a new palette for Target that is slightly cooler-toned and leaned rosy overall. It was lighter-leaning, though, so it may not suit all skin tones due to the desaturated shades coupled with their lightness. The quality was so-so; most of the mattes were a little more powdery than typical, while two of the shimmers were more prone to fallout.
Ingredients
City Lights
City Lights is a very pale pinky-beige with subtle, warm undertones and a sparkle-matte finish.
- Semi-opaque color coverage
- Soft, finely-milled, somewhat powdery
- Applied evenly and was blendable
- Long-wearing (8 hours before fading visibly)
FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
These are the dupes the editor has pulled but not yet rated and officially entered.
- Pretty Vulgar Tweet (PiP, ).
- Urban Decay 3 Sheets (LE, $19.00).
- Urban Decay Studio (LE, $19.00).
- Glaminatrix Pollen (P, $7.30).
- NYX Leather and Lace (P, $4.50).
- Jouer Petal (PiP, ).
- LORAC Pink Cream (LE, $19.00).
- Blackbird Cosmetics Immortals (DC, $8.00).
- Sephora Ballet (LE, ).
- MAC Hi-Tea (PiP, ).
Formula Overview
$4.50/0.05 oz. – $90.00 Per Ounce
The new Pressed Powder Shadow formula is supposed to be “highly pigmented” with an “ultra-velvety and silky” texture that is “long-wearing” and “adheres easily to the eyes.” Most of the shades have semi-opaque to opaque pigmentation that applies well to bare skin, blends out without issue, and lasts for seven to eight hours.
The matte eyeshadows tend to be a little more powdery, though soft and finely-milled, in the pan, while the shimmers have a creamier, dense consistency. Occasionally, the more sparkly or metallic shades apply better with fingertips or a dampened brush.
Browse all of our ColourPop Pressed Powder Shadow swatches.
Dream Vacay
Dream Vacay is a light, golden taupe with subtle, warm undertones and a sparkling, metallic finish.
- Opaque pigmentation
- Slightly drier, more loosely-pressed consistency
- Picked up readily with dry brush, blended out well
- Long-wearing (8 hours before fading visibly)
FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
These are the dupes the editor has pulled but not yet rated and officially entered.
- ColourPop Smoky Quartz (PiP, $4.50).
- ColourPop Silk Teddy (PiP, $4.50).
- ColourPop Rumored (PiP, $4.50).
- NARS Mojave #1 (PiP, $19.00).
- MAC Agrabah (LE, $17.00).
- Sydney Grace Magellan’s Light (P, $6.25).
- Ace Beaute Orion (DC, ).
- ColourPop So This is Love (LE, $6.00).
- NARS Luscious (LE, $19.00).
- Kaja Dazzling Bronze (PiP, ).
Formula Overview
$4.50/0.05 oz. – $90.00 Per Ounce
The new Pressed Powder Shadow formula is supposed to be “highly pigmented” with an “ultra-velvety and silky” texture that is “long-wearing” and “adheres easily to the eyes.” Most of the shades have semi-opaque to opaque pigmentation that applies well to bare skin, blends out without issue, and lasts for seven to eight hours.
The matte eyeshadows tend to be a little more powdery, though soft and finely-milled, in the pan, while the shimmers have a creamier, dense consistency. Occasionally, the more sparkly or metallic shades apply better with fingertips or a dampened brush.
Browse all of our ColourPop Pressed Powder Shadow swatches.
That’s a Vibe
That’s a Vibe is a pale, rosy beige with subtle, warm undertones and a matte finish. It seemed more reactive to natural oil/dampness compared to most of the brand’s mattes are.
- Mostly opaque color coverage
- Soft, finely-milled, lightly powdery
- Applied evenly and was blendable
- Average-wearing (7.5 hours before fading visibly)
FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
These are the dupes the editor has pulled but not yet rated and officially entered.
Formula Overview
$4.50/0.05 oz. – $90.00 Per Ounce
The new Pressed Powder Shadow formula is supposed to be “highly pigmented” with an “ultra-velvety and silky” texture that is “long-wearing” and “adheres easily to the eyes.” Most of the shades have semi-opaque to opaque pigmentation that applies well to bare skin, blends out without issue, and lasts for seven to eight hours.
The matte eyeshadows tend to be a little more powdery, though soft and finely-milled, in the pan, while the shimmers have a creamier, dense consistency. Occasionally, the more sparkly or metallic shades apply better with fingertips or a dampened brush.
Browse all of our ColourPop Pressed Powder Shadow swatches.
Big Goals
Big Goals is a muted, light-medium pink with subtle, warm undertones and a matte finish.
- Semi-opaque color coverage
- Soft, finely-milled, somewhat powdery
- Applied evenly and was blendable
- Long-wearing (7.5 hours before fading visibly)
FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
These are the dupes the editor has pulled but not yet rated and officially entered.
- ColourPop Big Hugs (PiP, $4.50).
- Huda Beauty Rose #9 (LE, ).
- KVD Beauty Plum (Base) (PiP, ).
- Fenty Beauty Rock and Rose (LE, ).
- ColourPop Kickstart (PiP, $4.50).
- Natasha Denona Belle (466CM) (PiP, ).
- ColourPop Scandalous (PiP, $4.50).
- ColourPop Set on You (LE, $4.50).
- Lethal Cosmetics Archetype (P, $6.50).
- ColourPop Signal (LE, $4.50).
Formula Overview
$4.50/0.05 oz. – $90.00 Per Ounce
The new Pressed Powder Shadow formula is supposed to be “highly pigmented” with an “ultra-velvety and silky” texture that is “long-wearing” and “adheres easily to the eyes.” Most of the shades have semi-opaque to opaque pigmentation that applies well to bare skin, blends out without issue, and lasts for seven to eight hours.
The matte eyeshadows tend to be a little more powdery, though soft and finely-milled, in the pan, while the shimmers have a creamier, dense consistency. Occasionally, the more sparkly or metallic shades apply better with fingertips or a dampened brush.
Browse all of our ColourPop Pressed Powder Shadow swatches.
Cloud 9
Cloud 9 is a plummy-brown base with blue-to-violet shifting sparkle.
- Semi-opaque pigmentation
- Slightly drier, more loosely-pressed consistency
- Best applied with a dampened brush to minimize fallout
- Long-wearing (8 hours before fading visibly)
FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
These are the dupes the editor has pulled but not yet rated and officially entered.
- ColourPop Cosmic Ray (PiP, $4.50).
- Viseart Space Dust (GPV2 #24) (P, ).
- Terra Moons Interstellar (P, $8.50).
- Sydney Grace Pistol (P, $6.00).
- Tarte Create (LE, ).
- ColourPop To the Tee (LE, $4.50).
- ColourPop Ritzy (LE, $4.50).
- Natasha Denona Calypso Blue (05M) (PiP, $29.00).
- Touch in Sol Holo Mulberry (5) (P, $18.00).
- Sydney Grace My Bond (DC, $8.00).
Formula Overview
$4.50/0.05 oz. – $90.00 Per Ounce
The new Pressed Powder Shadow formula is supposed to be “highly pigmented” with an “ultra-velvety and silky” texture that is “long-wearing” and “adheres easily to the eyes.” Most of the shades have semi-opaque to opaque pigmentation that applies well to bare skin, blends out without issue, and lasts for seven to eight hours.
The matte eyeshadows tend to be a little more powdery, though soft and finely-milled, in the pan, while the shimmers have a creamier, dense consistency. Occasionally, the more sparkly or metallic shades apply better with fingertips or a dampened brush.
Browse all of our ColourPop Pressed Powder Shadow swatches.
Cloud 9
LELimited Edition. $4.50.
Gym Crush
Gym Crush is a light taupe with muted, warm olive undertones and a matte finish.
- Mostly opaque color coverage
- Soft, finely-milled, somewhat powdery
- Applied evenly and was blendable
- Long-wearing (8 hours before fading visibly)
FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
These are the dupes the editor has pulled but not yet rated and officially entered.
- NARS Mahe #2 (PiP, $19.00).
- Urban Decay Naked 2 (PiP, $19.00).
- ColourPop Run and Gun (LE, $4.50).
- Natasha Denona Glam (323CM) (PiP, ).
- NABLA Cosmetics Fossil (P, $8.00).
- bareMinerals Graceful (LE, ).
- MAC Groundwork (P, $23.00).
- Chanel Blurry Grey #1 (PiP, ).
- Lethal Cosmetics Unearthed (P, $6.00).
- MAC Sweet Dreams (LE, $17.00).
Formula Overview
$4.50/0.05 oz. – $90.00 Per Ounce
The new Pressed Powder Shadow formula is supposed to be “highly pigmented” with an “ultra-velvety and silky” texture that is “long-wearing” and “adheres easily to the eyes.” Most of the shades have semi-opaque to opaque pigmentation that applies well to bare skin, blends out without issue, and lasts for seven to eight hours.
The matte eyeshadows tend to be a little more powdery, though soft and finely-milled, in the pan, while the shimmers have a creamier, dense consistency. Occasionally, the more sparkly or metallic shades apply better with fingertips or a dampened brush.
Browse all of our ColourPop Pressed Powder Shadow swatches.
Jet Life
Jet Life is a medium-dark plum with subtle, warm undertones and a smooth, metallic sheen.
- Opaque pigmentation
- Smooth, moderately emollient consistency
- Picked up readily with dry brush, blended out well
- Long-wearing (8 hours before fading visibly)
FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
These are the dupes the editor has pulled but not yet rated and officially entered.
- Natasha Denona Maroon (22M) (PiP, $29.00).
- MAC Mumtaz (LE, $17.00).
- Coloured Raine Queen Mother (PiP, $6.99).
- Urban Decay Backfire (Afterdark) (PiP, $19.00).
- Charlotte Tilbury Bejewelled (Dream Glow Smoke) (LE, ).
- Laura Mercier Rose Thorn (P, $29.00).
- Melt Cosmetics Morning After (LE, ).
- ColourPop Wittle (P, $6.00).
- Viseart Petit Pro #8 (LE, ).
- Haus Labs Deep Amethyst Shimmer (P, $24.00).
Formula Overview
$4.50/0.05 oz. – $90.00 Per Ounce
The new Pressed Powder Shadow formula is supposed to be “highly pigmented” with an “ultra-velvety and silky” texture that is “long-wearing” and “adheres easily to the eyes.” Most of the shades have semi-opaque to opaque pigmentation that applies well to bare skin, blends out without issue, and lasts for seven to eight hours.
The matte eyeshadows tend to be a little more powdery, though soft and finely-milled, in the pan, while the shimmers have a creamier, dense consistency. Occasionally, the more sparkly or metallic shades apply better with fingertips or a dampened brush.
Browse all of our ColourPop Pressed Powder Shadow swatches.
Good Days
Good Days is a soft burgundy with warm, reddish undertones and a matte finish.
- Mostly opaque color coverage
- Slightly drier, firmer feel
- Applied fairly evenly and was fairly blendable
- Long-wearing (8 hours before fading visibly)
FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Formula Overview
$4.50/0.05 oz. – $90.00 Per Ounce
The new Pressed Powder Shadow formula is supposed to be “highly pigmented” with an “ultra-velvety and silky” texture that is “long-wearing” and “adheres easily to the eyes.” Most of the shades have semi-opaque to opaque pigmentation that applies well to bare skin, blends out without issue, and lasts for seven to eight hours.
The matte eyeshadows tend to be a little more powdery, though soft and finely-milled, in the pan, while the shimmers have a creamier, dense consistency. Occasionally, the more sparkly or metallic shades apply better with fingertips or a dampened brush.
Browse all of our ColourPop Pressed Powder Shadow swatches.
Nights in Paris
Nights in Paris is a muted, medium purple with neutral-to-cool undertones and lots of flaky, silver sparkle over a matte finish.
- Medium color coverage
- Moderately powdery, prone to sheering out
- Best applied over tacky base to avoid lots of fallout
- Average-wearing (7 hours before visible fallout)
FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
These are the dupes the editor has pulled but not yet rated and officially entered.
- Dior Pink Vibration #5 (LE, ).
- ColourPop Autumn Breeze (LE, $4.50).
- ColourPop Circuit (LE, $4.50).
- Urban Decay Neo (LE, $19.00).
- Sydney Grace Redeemed (DC, $5.25).
- KVD Beauty Venom (LE, ).
- ColourPop Echoes (PiP, $4.50).
- ColourPop Dynamo (PiP, $4.50).
- ColourPop Buddies (LE, $4.50).
- Anastasia Big Wig (LE, ).
Formula Overview
$4.50/0.05 oz. – $90.00 Per Ounce
The new Pressed Powder Shadow formula is supposed to be “highly pigmented” with an “ultra-velvety and silky” texture that is “long-wearing” and “adheres easily to the eyes.” Most of the shades have semi-opaque to opaque pigmentation that applies well to bare skin, blends out without issue, and lasts for seven to eight hours.
The matte eyeshadows tend to be a little more powdery, though soft and finely-milled, in the pan, while the shimmers have a creamier, dense consistency. Occasionally, the more sparkly or metallic shades apply better with fingertips or a dampened brush.
Browse all of our ColourPop Pressed Powder Shadow swatches.