In the Limelight
ColourPop In the Limelight 9-Pan Pressed Powder Palette ($14.00 for 0.32 oz.) is a new, green-themed eyeshadow palette that included nine shades split across five matte and four shimmer shades. The quality was decent, though it seemed to be a little drier and more powdery for more mattes than past palettes I’ve tested from the brand in the last year.
Ingredients
Star Power
Star Power is a light, whitish-beige with soft pearl. It had a soft, lightly emollient consistency that picked up evenly with a fingertip but was a little uneven with a brush. The eyeshadow applied with semi-opaque, buildable coverage and lasted decently for seven and a half hours on me.
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for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- ColourPop Wavelength (LE, $4.50) is warmer (95% similar).
- ColourPop Now and Zen (P, $4.50) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Lethal Cosmetics Serene (P, $6.00) is more shimmery, warmer (95% similar).
- NABLA Cosmetics Lucid Dream (PiP, ) is more shimmery, cooler (95% similar).
- ColourPop Fancy That (LE, $4.50) is warmer (95% similar).
- Victoria Beckham Beauty Blonde (P, $36.00) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- ColourPop Perfection (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Anastasia Lucid (LE, $12.00) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- MAC Moon Rock (LE, $17.00) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona True Gold (20M) (2019) (PiP, $29.00) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
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.
Almost Famous
Almost Famous is a medium, greenish-yellow with subtle, warm undertones and a matte finish. It had a slightly thin, somewhat dusty consistency, though it was blendable and not too prone to visible fallout. It had mostly opaque, buildable pigmentation that stayed on well for seven hours before fading.
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for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- Huda Beauty Neon Green #1 (LE, ) is darker (95% similar).
- Lethal Cosmetics Relapse (P, $6.00) is darker (90% similar).
- Huda Beauty Neon Green #3 (LE, ) is darker (90% similar).
- MAC Shock Factor (P, $17.00) is darker (85% similar).
- Sydney Grace Calmeria (DC, $5.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (85% similar).
- Sydney Grace Sea Breeze (P, $5.00) is darker, cooler (85% similar).
- Huda Beauty Sapphire #7 (LE, ) is more shimmery, darker (85% similar).
- ColourPop Fresh Cut (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (85% similar).
- Clionadh Sublimate (P, $4.50) is darker, cooler (80% similar).
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.
Miami
Miami is a bright, chartreuse green with warmer, yellower undertones and a matte finish. The texture was slightly drier and somewhat powdery, so drier skin did not pair as well with it. It had mostly opaque pigmentation that wore well for seven and a half hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- Huda Beauty Python #7 (LE, ) is darker (90% similar).
- Terra Moons Shire (P, $6.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Fan Fave (PiP, $4.50) is more shimmery (90% similar).
- MAC My Kid Could Make That (LE, $17.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Jolt (Wired) (LE, $19.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Don’t Freak (LE, $4.50) is darker (85% similar).
- KVD Beauty Exodus (LE, ) is more shimmery, darker (85% similar).
- Viseart Lime (Bright Editorial #2) (P, ) is darker, cooler (85% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Papel Picado (PiP, ) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Xenon (PiP, ) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (85% similar).
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.
Miami
LELimited Edition. $4.50.
Debut
Debut is a darker peach with moderate, warm undertones and leaned slightly pink paired with a matte finish. The texture was smooth, velvety, and blendable with light powderiness that was present in the pan. It had opaque color coverage that lasted well for eight hours on me.
FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- Chanel Affresco #1 (LE, ) is darker, warmer (95% similar).
- Urban Decay House Lannister (LE, $19.00) is warmer (90% similar).
- Rare Beauty Genuine (PiP, ) is warmer (90% similar).
- MAC Endless Frequency (LE, $17.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- NABLA Cosmetics Gea (PiP, $8.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Blanc Slate (LE, $4.50) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Payton’s Puppy (P, $5.00) is warmer (90% similar).
- Too Faced Peach Suede (PiP, $16.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- MAC My Tweedy (P, $20.00) is darker (90% similar).
- Viseart Siren #1 (PiP, ) is warmer (90% similar).
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.
Debut
LELimited Edition. $4.50.
Booked
Booked is a bright, lime green with an intense, metallic finish. It had rich pigmentation with a smooth, moderately-dense texture that was lightly emollient but not too slippery so it blended out well. It stayed on nicely for eight hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- ColourPop Palm Palm (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- Give Me Glow Lemon Lime (P, $7.00) is darker (95% similar).
- JD Glow Prismatic (P, $7.50) is warmer (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Freak (P, $19.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- BH Cosmetics Club Tropicana #5 (LE, ) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Coloured Raine Bay Breeze (DC, $6.99) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Chemical X (LE, $4.50) is warmer (90% similar).
- Lethal Cosmetics Vertex (P, $6.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- KVD Beauty Pink Flamingos (LE, ) is less shimmery (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Exu (LE, $19.00) is less shimmery, darker (85% similar).
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.
Booked
LELimited Edition. $4.50.
Playdate
Playdate is a bright, golden chartreuse with hints of olive paired with a metallic finish. The eyeshadow had opaque pigmentation that was driven by a smooth, lightly emollient texture that wasn’t too thick or too thin. It lasted well for eight hours before fading a bit.
FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- ColourPop Peridot (PiP, $4.50) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- ColourPop Bright Slice (PiP, $4.50) is less shimmery, lighter (85% similar).
- ColourPop Fruit Punch (LE, $6.00) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- ColourPop Heartthrob (LE, $8.00) is lighter, cooler (80% similar).
- ColourPop Buggin’ (PiP, $4.50) is less shimmery, lighter (80% similar).
- Anastasia A3 (Norvina Vol. 2) (LE, $12.00) is less shimmery, lighter (80% similar).
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.
After Party
After Party is a bright, lime green with subtle, warmer undertones and a matte finish. The texture was soft, somewhat powdery and a touch on the drier side, so there was light fallout when initially applied but it blended out fairly well. I would recommend applying it over a drier/more matte base to avoid darkening around the edges. It wore well for eight hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- Give Me Glow Limeade (P, $7.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Anastasia D3 (Norvina Vol. 3) (LE, $12.00) is darker, warmer (95% similar).
- ColourPop Bussin’ (LE, $6.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- Sugarpill Acidberry (P, $13.00) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Anastasia A4 (Norvina Vol. 3) (LE, $12.00) is warmer (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Meadow (P, $5.00) is more shimmery, darker, more muted (90% similar).
- Sugarpill Radiate (PiP, $13.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- NARS Matcha (P, $19.00) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Fenty Beauty Thyme is Money (LE, ) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Coloured Raine Mint Leaves (LE, $6.99) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
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.
Palms
Palms is a light-medium chartreuse green with slightly darker, greener base coloring and lighter, more golden shimmer. The consistency was moderately slippery and on the thicker side, which resulted in some “crumbliness.” It was best applied with a fingertip or a dampened brush and pressed onto the lid to avoid fallout and achieve more opaque coverage. It lasted decently for eight hours on me before fading noticeably.
FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- ColourPop Best Buds (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- ColourPop Straight on ‘Til Morning (LE, $6.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- ColourPop Semi Sweet (LE, $5.00) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- ColourPop Pose (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- ColourPop Isla Vista (P, $6.00) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- Viseart Boheme Dream #2 (LE, ) is less shimmery, lighter (85% similar).
- BH Cosmetics Club Tropicana #5 (LE, ) is less shimmery, lighter, brighter (85% similar).
- Too Faced Fireflies (LE, $16.00) is less shimmery, more muted, warmer (85% similar).
- Viseart Blooming (PiP, ) is less shimmery, lighter (85% similar).
- Glaminatrix Hopping (P, $8.77) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (80% similar).
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.
Palms
LELimited Edition. $4.50.
Lay Out
Lay Out is a muted, medium-dark olive green with strong, warm olive undertones and a matte finish. It had a soft, blendable consistency with slight powderiness in the pan. The eyeshadow had opaque color coverage that applied evenly and wore well for eight hours before showing signs of fading.
FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- Fenty Beauty Phatigue (PiP, ) is darker, warmer (95% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Dank (LE, ) is darker, brighter (90% similar).
- Make Up For Ever Digger (LE, ) is darker (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Back Woods (PiP, $5.00) is brighter (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Walkin’ Stick (LE, $5.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Devinah Cosmetics Freya (P, $5.00) is darker (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Lodge (283CP) (LE, ) is darker (90% similar).
- Make Up For Ever M322 Khaki (P, $17.00) is cooler (85% similar).
- ColourPop Puffball (LE, $4.50) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Sephora Omen (PiP, ) is lighter, brighter (85% similar).
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.
Lay Out
LELimited Edition. $4.50.