Fairytale Forest
LORAC Fairytale Forest Pro Palette (2020) ($35.00 for 0.56 oz.) is a more desaturated neutral eyeshadow palette with a mix of mattes and shimmers. It included eight matte eyeshadows and 10 shimmer eyeshadows, which all performed pretty well; they were pigmented, blendable, and long-wearing.
There were a few shimmers that seemed to have more transparent bases, but they weren’t dry, so they still had good adhesion and shine. The matte formula can be a touch powdery but tended to have higher coverage that wasn’t prone to sheering out or having fallout, so it was more something present in the pan but not during application.
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Birch
Birch is a muted, medium-dark yellow with warm, more orange-leaning undertones and a matte finish. It had semi-opaque color coverage with a soft, blendable texture that was somewhat powdery. It wore well for seven and a half hours on me before fading visibly.
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- Sydney Grace Dirt Road (PiP, $5.00) is darker (90% similar).
- MAC Magnetic Field (LE, $17.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Allie (P, $5.00) is lighter, brighter (90% similar).
- Anastasia D1 (Norvina Vol. 4) (LE, ) is darker (85% similar).
- ColourPop Blissed Out (LE, $4.50) is cooler (85% similar).
- Natasha Denona Tusk (228CM) (PiP, ) is lighter (85% similar).
- Wet ‘n’ Wild Hooked on Vinyl #1 (PiP, ) is lighter (80% similar).
- Makeup by Mario Master Mattes #2 (PiP, ) is lighter (80% similar).
- ColourPop Solar Hour (LE, $4.50) is lighter (80% similar).
- Viseart Croissant (Warm Mattes #2) (P, ) is lighter (80% similar).
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In 2020, the brand reformulated their PRO eyeshadows and released new palettes (and new shades, however new-new they might be). The formula is supposed to be “highly pigmented” that “last[s] without creasing” and “blend[s] effortlessly.” Each eyeshadow can also be removed from its respective palette–there’s an included tool to do so–to rearrange the palette or depot (nice touch!).
The mattes felt less thin and were not quite as dry as the prior formula–a bit silkier–though the matte eyeshadows are still lightly to moderately powdery with light fallout but are blendable. I think it’s a formula more suitable to someone who tends to prefer buildable coverage and a little more muted color.
The shimmers were slightly creamier, smooth, and blendable with higher color coverage that had good adherence to bare skin. They seemed a little thicker than the prior formula, which I think gave them better hold.
For the most part, they were easy to use with most shades lasting between seven and eight hours, which is average, so the longevity wasn’t any better/worse than most eyeshadows on the market (including the prior formula).
Browse all of our LORAC Pro Eyeshadow (2020) swatches.
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Birch
LELimited Edition.
Oak
Oak is a richer, light-medium brown with strong, warm undertones and a matte finish. The eyeshadow had a smooth, lightly powdery texture that was blendable and not prone to sheering out too readily on the lid. It had opaque color payoff that lasted well for eight hours before fading noticeably.
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- Smashbox Sepia (P, $22.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Urban Decay Hive (PiP, $19.00) is warmer (95% similar).
- Pat McGrath Taboo (PiP, $25.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Depp (LE, $4.50) is warmer (90% similar).
- NARS Tulum (P, $19.00) is warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop On Toast (LE, $4.50) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Give Me Glow Gravy (P, $7.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty De La Creme #3 (PiP, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Detour (LE, $19.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Flutes (LE, $6.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
Formula Overview
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In 2020, the brand reformulated their PRO eyeshadows and released new palettes (and new shades, however new-new they might be). The formula is supposed to be “highly pigmented” that “last[s] without creasing” and “blend[s] effortlessly.” Each eyeshadow can also be removed from its respective palette–there’s an included tool to do so–to rearrange the palette or depot (nice touch!).
The mattes felt less thin and were not quite as dry as the prior formula–a bit silkier–though the matte eyeshadows are still lightly to moderately powdery with light fallout but are blendable. I think it’s a formula more suitable to someone who tends to prefer buildable coverage and a little more muted color.
The shimmers were slightly creamier, smooth, and blendable with higher color coverage that had good adherence to bare skin. They seemed a little thicker than the prior formula, which I think gave them better hold.
For the most part, they were easy to use with most shades lasting between seven and eight hours, which is average, so the longevity wasn’t any better/worse than most eyeshadows on the market (including the prior formula).
Browse all of our LORAC Pro Eyeshadow (2020) swatches.
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Oak
LELimited Edition.
Earth
Earth is a very light brown with warm undertones and a matte finish. It had mostly opaque, buildable pigmentation that adhered evenly to bare skin and blended out well. The texture was soft, lightly powdery but not too prone to sheering out. It stayed on nicely for eight hours before fading visibly.
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Formula Overview
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In 2020, the brand reformulated their PRO eyeshadows and released new palettes (and new shades, however new-new they might be). The formula is supposed to be “highly pigmented” that “last[s] without creasing” and “blend[s] effortlessly.” Each eyeshadow can also be removed from its respective palette–there’s an included tool to do so–to rearrange the palette or depot (nice touch!).
The mattes felt less thin and were not quite as dry as the prior formula–a bit silkier–though the matte eyeshadows are still lightly to moderately powdery with light fallout but are blendable. I think it’s a formula more suitable to someone who tends to prefer buildable coverage and a little more muted color.
The shimmers were slightly creamier, smooth, and blendable with higher color coverage that had good adherence to bare skin. They seemed a little thicker than the prior formula, which I think gave them better hold.
For the most part, they were easy to use with most shades lasting between seven and eight hours, which is average, so the longevity wasn’t any better/worse than most eyeshadows on the market (including the prior formula).
Browse all of our LORAC Pro Eyeshadow (2020) swatches.
Earth
LELimited Edition.
Rosewood
Rosewood is a medium-dark, rosy mauve with strong, warm undertones and a matte finish. The consistency was somewhat powdery but substantial enough not to be prone to sheering out too readily, though there was a touch of fallout if I wasn’t careful. The eyeshadow had full color coverage that lasted well for eight hours before fading noticeably.
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- MAC Fa La La La La (LE, $17.00) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Made to Last (P, $4.50) is lighter (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Nude Mauve (144CM) (PiP, ) is lighter (90% similar).
- ColourPop Noted (LE, $4.50) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Chanel Contour Mauve (36) (P, $34.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- ColourPop Stardom (LE, $4.50) is lighter, warmer (80% similar).
- Make Up For Ever M546 Dark Purple Taupe (P, $17.00) is lighter (80% similar).
Formula Overview
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In 2020, the brand reformulated their PRO eyeshadows and released new palettes (and new shades, however new-new they might be). The formula is supposed to be “highly pigmented” that “last[s] without creasing” and “blend[s] effortlessly.” Each eyeshadow can also be removed from its respective palette–there’s an included tool to do so–to rearrange the palette or depot (nice touch!).
The mattes felt less thin and were not quite as dry as the prior formula–a bit silkier–though the matte eyeshadows are still lightly to moderately powdery with light fallout but are blendable. I think it’s a formula more suitable to someone who tends to prefer buildable coverage and a little more muted color.
The shimmers were slightly creamier, smooth, and blendable with higher color coverage that had good adherence to bare skin. They seemed a little thicker than the prior formula, which I think gave them better hold.
For the most part, they were easy to use with most shades lasting between seven and eight hours, which is average, so the longevity wasn’t any better/worse than most eyeshadows on the market (including the prior formula).
Browse all of our LORAC Pro Eyeshadow (2020) swatches.
Mushroom
Mushroom is a muted, medium brown with subtle, warm undertones and a matte finish. It had opaque color payoff in a single layer, which applied evenly to bare skin and blended out with ease as the consistency was soft, smooth, and lightly powdery but not prone to fallout. It wore well for eight hours before fading visibly.
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- MAC Riffraff (LE, $17.00) is lighter (85% similar).
- Wet ‘n’ Wild VI Purple #6 (PiP, ) is cooler (85% similar).
- Give Me Glow Ride or Die (P, $7.00) is lighter (85% similar).
- Marc Jacobs Beauty I Have (LE, ) is lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- ColourPop Banter (PiP, $4.50) is lighter, cooler (80% similar).
- Chanel Blurry Mauve #4 (PiP, ) is lighter, cooler (80% similar).
- Wet ‘n’ Wild Stop Ruffling My Feathers #1 (LE, ) is lighter, cooler (80% similar).
- Wet ‘n’ Wild Nude Awakening #6 (PiP, ) is lighter, cooler (80% similar).
Formula Overview
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In 2020, the brand reformulated their PRO eyeshadows and released new palettes (and new shades, however new-new they might be). The formula is supposed to be “highly pigmented” that “last[s] without creasing” and “blend[s] effortlessly.” Each eyeshadow can also be removed from its respective palette–there’s an included tool to do so–to rearrange the palette or depot (nice touch!).
The mattes felt less thin and were not quite as dry as the prior formula–a bit silkier–though the matte eyeshadows are still lightly to moderately powdery with light fallout but are blendable. I think it’s a formula more suitable to someone who tends to prefer buildable coverage and a little more muted color.
The shimmers were slightly creamier, smooth, and blendable with higher color coverage that had good adherence to bare skin. They seemed a little thicker than the prior formula, which I think gave them better hold.
For the most part, they were easy to use with most shades lasting between seven and eight hours, which is average, so the longevity wasn’t any better/worse than most eyeshadows on the market (including the prior formula).
Browse all of our LORAC Pro Eyeshadow (2020) swatches.
Fog
Fog is a light-medium taupe-brown with subtle, warm undertones and a matte finish. The consistency was soft, smooth, and blendable with light powderiness present in the pan but not during application. It had opaque color coverage that lasted well for eight hours before fading noticeably.
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- Melt Cosmetics Rubia (PiP, ) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Cult Clastic (PiP, $4.50) is darker, cooler (85% similar).
- Chanel Blurry Blue #1 (PiP, ) is darker, cooler (85% similar).
- ColourPop This is the Way (LE, $4.50) is darker, cooler (85% similar).
- ColourPop True (LE, $4.50) is darker (85% similar).
- Sephora About Last Night (360) (P, $9.00) is darker, cooler (80% similar).
- Sydney Grace Robert (Deep) (PiP, $5.00) is darker, cooler (80% similar).
- Sydney Grace Robert (Light) (PiP, $5.00) is darker, cooler (80% similar).
- Give Me Glow Americano (P, $7.00) is darker, cooler (80% similar).
- MAC Influential (LE, $17.00) is darker, cooler (80% similar).
Formula Overview
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In 2020, the brand reformulated their PRO eyeshadows and released new palettes (and new shades, however new-new they might be). The formula is supposed to be “highly pigmented” that “last[s] without creasing” and “blend[s] effortlessly.” Each eyeshadow can also be removed from its respective palette–there’s an included tool to do so–to rearrange the palette or depot (nice touch!).
The mattes felt less thin and were not quite as dry as the prior formula–a bit silkier–though the matte eyeshadows are still lightly to moderately powdery with light fallout but are blendable. I think it’s a formula more suitable to someone who tends to prefer buildable coverage and a little more muted color.
The shimmers were slightly creamier, smooth, and blendable with higher color coverage that had good adherence to bare skin. They seemed a little thicker than the prior formula, which I think gave them better hold.
For the most part, they were easy to use with most shades lasting between seven and eight hours, which is average, so the longevity wasn’t any better/worse than most eyeshadows on the market (including the prior formula).
Browse all of our LORAC Pro Eyeshadow (2020) swatches.
Fog
LELimited Edition.
Northstar
Northstar is a bright, pinky-beige with soft, warm undertones and a high-shine, metallic finish. It had a more transparent base but it was chocked full of shimmer and micro-sparkle with a more emollient texture, which ensured it applied evenly and looked more pigmented in practice. This shade wore well for eight hours before fading visibly.
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- LORAC Mist (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Kali (PiP, ) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- NARS Galice (P, $28.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
- NARS Screech (LE, $25.00) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
- ColourPop Beskar Steel (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (85% similar).
- Coloured Raine Glamour (DC, $6.99) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Too Faced Indulge (LE, $16.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
- MAC Live the Genie Life (LE, $17.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Glaminatrix Ceremony (P, $8.04) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Viseart Bijoux Royal #1 (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
Formula Overview
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In 2020, the brand reformulated their PRO eyeshadows and released new palettes (and new shades, however new-new they might be). The formula is supposed to be “highly pigmented” that “last[s] without creasing” and “blend[s] effortlessly.” Each eyeshadow can also be removed from its respective palette–there’s an included tool to do so–to rearrange the palette or depot (nice touch!).
The mattes felt less thin and were not quite as dry as the prior formula–a bit silkier–though the matte eyeshadows are still lightly to moderately powdery with light fallout but are blendable. I think it’s a formula more suitable to someone who tends to prefer buildable coverage and a little more muted color.
The shimmers were slightly creamier, smooth, and blendable with higher color coverage that had good adherence to bare skin. They seemed a little thicker than the prior formula, which I think gave them better hold.
For the most part, they were easy to use with most shades lasting between seven and eight hours, which is average, so the longevity wasn’t any better/worse than most eyeshadows on the market (including the prior formula).
Browse all of our LORAC Pro Eyeshadow (2020) swatches.
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Komorebi
Komorebi is a light peach with warmer, more orange-leaning undertones and a metallic sheen. The texture was soft, lightly creamy but not too dense, which ensured full color payoff in a single layer but that it applied evenly. It lasted nicely for eight hours before showing signs of fading.
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for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- ColourPop Pumpkin Patch (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- Dior Sienna #1 (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- ColourPop Ready or Yacht (P, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Too Faced Spiked Eggnog (LE, $16.00) is darker (90% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury Dream Glow (Prime) (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- ColourPop Like a Shot (LE, $6.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Viseart Moonstone (PiP, ) is darker (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Serenity (P, $6.00) is less shimmery (90% similar).
- Anastasia D5 (Norvina Vol. 3) (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Viseart Ferver (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
Formula Overview
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In 2020, the brand reformulated their PRO eyeshadows and released new palettes (and new shades, however new-new they might be). The formula is supposed to be “highly pigmented” that “last[s] without creasing” and “blend[s] effortlessly.” Each eyeshadow can also be removed from its respective palette–there’s an included tool to do so–to rearrange the palette or depot (nice touch!).
The mattes felt less thin and were not quite as dry as the prior formula–a bit silkier–though the matte eyeshadows are still lightly to moderately powdery with light fallout but are blendable. I think it’s a formula more suitable to someone who tends to prefer buildable coverage and a little more muted color.
The shimmers were slightly creamier, smooth, and blendable with higher color coverage that had good adherence to bare skin. They seemed a little thicker than the prior formula, which I think gave them better hold.
For the most part, they were easy to use with most shades lasting between seven and eight hours, which is average, so the longevity wasn’t any better/worse than most eyeshadows on the market (including the prior formula).
Browse all of our LORAC Pro Eyeshadow (2020) swatches.
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Enchanted
Enchanted is a light-medium bronze with moderate, warm undertones and a shiny, metallic finish. It was richly pigmented with a smooth, almost cream-like texture that wasn’t overly thick or too dense. It stayed on well for eight hours before fading noticeably.
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- Viseart Praline (Petits Fours) (PiP, ) is less shimmery (90% similar).
- MAC Bamboo-zled (LE, $17.00) is less shimmery (90% similar).
- Too Faced Sweet and Spicy (LE, $16.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty Winter 2018 #3 (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Viseart Splendor (LE, ) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Run Wild (LE, $6.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- PIXI Beauty Brilliant Bronze (PiP, $20.00) is warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Pancakes Please (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- Kaja Baked Cinnamon (PiP, ) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury Icon Diva Eyes #2 (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
Formula Overview
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In 2020, the brand reformulated their PRO eyeshadows and released new palettes (and new shades, however new-new they might be). The formula is supposed to be “highly pigmented” that “last[s] without creasing” and “blend[s] effortlessly.” Each eyeshadow can also be removed from its respective palette–there’s an included tool to do so–to rearrange the palette or depot (nice touch!).
The mattes felt less thin and were not quite as dry as the prior formula–a bit silkier–though the matte eyeshadows are still lightly to moderately powdery with light fallout but are blendable. I think it’s a formula more suitable to someone who tends to prefer buildable coverage and a little more muted color.
The shimmers were slightly creamier, smooth, and blendable with higher color coverage that had good adherence to bare skin. They seemed a little thicker than the prior formula, which I think gave them better hold.
For the most part, they were easy to use with most shades lasting between seven and eight hours, which is average, so the longevity wasn’t any better/worse than most eyeshadows on the market (including the prior formula).
Browse all of our LORAC Pro Eyeshadow (2020) swatches.
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Butterfly
Butterfly is a medium-dark copper base with pink-to-gold shifting sparkle. It had a shiny, metallic finish with a slightly transparent base, so it had more semi-opaque coverage but appeared more pigmented in practice due to the amount of sparkle. The texture was lightly emollient, which helped the sparkles adhere evenly to bare skin and minimized fallout. It wore well for eight hours before fading a bit.
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- Anastasia B2 (Norvina Mini Vol. 1) (LE, $12.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Earthshine (P, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Pat McGrath CosmiK (LE, $25.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Pat McGrath Pale Fire (DC, $25.00) is less shimmery, warmer (85% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Hopeless Romantix (PiP, ) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Danessa Myricks Alien (P, $18.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Bobbi Brown Incandescent (LE, $38.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- Danessa Myricks Venus (P, $18.00) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Urban Decay Tiger’s Eye (LE, $19.00) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (80% similar).
- Pat McGrath VR Violet (PiP, $25.00) is darker, warmer (80% similar).
Formula Overview
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In 2020, the brand reformulated their PRO eyeshadows and released new palettes (and new shades, however new-new they might be). The formula is supposed to be “highly pigmented” that “last[s] without creasing” and “blend[s] effortlessly.” Each eyeshadow can also be removed from its respective palette–there’s an included tool to do so–to rearrange the palette or depot (nice touch!).
The mattes felt less thin and were not quite as dry as the prior formula–a bit silkier–though the matte eyeshadows are still lightly to moderately powdery with light fallout but are blendable. I think it’s a formula more suitable to someone who tends to prefer buildable coverage and a little more muted color.
The shimmers were slightly creamier, smooth, and blendable with higher color coverage that had good adherence to bare skin. They seemed a little thicker than the prior formula, which I think gave them better hold.
For the most part, they were easy to use with most shades lasting between seven and eight hours, which is average, so the longevity wasn’t any better/worse than most eyeshadows on the market (including the prior formula).
Browse all of our LORAC Pro Eyeshadow (2020) swatches.
Wind
Wind is a medium olive green with moderate, warm undertones and a sparkling, metallic finish. The eyeshadow had a smooth, almost cream-like texture that wasn’t too dense or too thick, so it picked up well with a dry brush and yielded opaque coverage. There were signs of fading visible after eight hours of wear.
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- Hourglass Vivid (P, $29.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- MAC Sumptuous Olive (P, $17.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Sydney Grace Last Quest (P, $6.00) is lighter (85% similar).
- Sydney Grace Recruit (P, $6.00) is lighter (85% similar).
- Too Faced Heart of Gold (LE, $16.00) is less shimmery, lighter (80% similar).
- Sephora Golden Bronze (381) (P, $9.00) is less shimmery, warmer (80% similar).
- Chanel Quintessence #6 (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (80% similar).
- ColourPop Evergreen (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (80% similar).
- LORAC Clover (LE, $19.00) is less shimmery, lighter, more muted (80% similar).
Formula Overview
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In 2020, the brand reformulated their PRO eyeshadows and released new palettes (and new shades, however new-new they might be). The formula is supposed to be “highly pigmented” that “last[s] without creasing” and “blend[s] effortlessly.” Each eyeshadow can also be removed from its respective palette–there’s an included tool to do so–to rearrange the palette or depot (nice touch!).
The mattes felt less thin and were not quite as dry as the prior formula–a bit silkier–though the matte eyeshadows are still lightly to moderately powdery with light fallout but are blendable. I think it’s a formula more suitable to someone who tends to prefer buildable coverage and a little more muted color.
The shimmers were slightly creamier, smooth, and blendable with higher color coverage that had good adherence to bare skin. They seemed a little thicker than the prior formula, which I think gave them better hold.
For the most part, they were easy to use with most shades lasting between seven and eight hours, which is average, so the longevity wasn’t any better/worse than most eyeshadows on the market (including the prior formula).
Browse all of our LORAC Pro Eyeshadow (2020) swatches.
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Wind
LELimited Edition.
Redwood
Redwood is a medium-dark brown with subtle, warm red undertones and a matte finish. It had rich pigmentation in a single layer, which blended out well along the edges as the texture wasn’t too softly nor too firmly-pressed into the pan. This shade stayed on well for eight hours before fading visibly.
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- MAC Swiss Chocolate (P, $17.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Seltzer (Sparkler) (PiP, $4.50) is darker, cooler (95% similar).
- KVD Beauty Revelation (LE, ) is more shimmery, warmer (95% similar).
- Pat McGrath Entrapment (PiP, $25.00) is darker, cooler (95% similar).
- KKW Beauty Gemini (PiP, ) is lighter (90% similar).
- ColourPop Sorrel (LE, $4.50) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Lil’ Boat (DC, $4.50) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop That Sax (LE, $4.50) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- MAC Magmatique (LE, $17.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Date Eyes (Enhance) (LE, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
Formula Overview
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In 2020, the brand reformulated their PRO eyeshadows and released new palettes (and new shades, however new-new they might be). The formula is supposed to be “highly pigmented” that “last[s] without creasing” and “blend[s] effortlessly.” Each eyeshadow can also be removed from its respective palette–there’s an included tool to do so–to rearrange the palette or depot (nice touch!).
The mattes felt less thin and were not quite as dry as the prior formula–a bit silkier–though the matte eyeshadows are still lightly to moderately powdery with light fallout but are blendable. I think it’s a formula more suitable to someone who tends to prefer buildable coverage and a little more muted color.
The shimmers were slightly creamier, smooth, and blendable with higher color coverage that had good adherence to bare skin. They seemed a little thicker than the prior formula, which I think gave them better hold.
For the most part, they were easy to use with most shades lasting between seven and eight hours, which is average, so the longevity wasn’t any better/worse than most eyeshadows on the market (including the prior formula).
Browse all of our LORAC Pro Eyeshadow (2020) swatches.
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Folklore
Folklore is a light-medium peachy-gold with strong, warm undertones and a sparkling sheen. The texture was smooth, emollient, and more cream-like, but it had medium to semi-opaque coverage that applied mostly evenly with a fingertip or a dampened brush. It wore decently for eight hours on me before fading noticeably.
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- Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Day Eyes (Prime) (LE, ) is less shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- Pat McGrath Celestial (DC, $25.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty Suspicion #1 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- NARS Orgasm I (LE, $19.00) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- ColourPop Force Behavior (LE, $6.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty Leopard Sun #1 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- NARS Sexed (LE, $19.00) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- JD Glow Rich (P, $7.50) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Chanel Empreinte du Desert #2 (LE, ) is lighter (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Morning Star (P, $6.00) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
Formula Overview
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In 2020, the brand reformulated their PRO eyeshadows and released new palettes (and new shades, however new-new they might be). The formula is supposed to be “highly pigmented” that “last[s] without creasing” and “blend[s] effortlessly.” Each eyeshadow can also be removed from its respective palette–there’s an included tool to do so–to rearrange the palette or depot (nice touch!).
The mattes felt less thin and were not quite as dry as the prior formula–a bit silkier–though the matte eyeshadows are still lightly to moderately powdery with light fallout but are blendable. I think it’s a formula more suitable to someone who tends to prefer buildable coverage and a little more muted color.
The shimmers were slightly creamier, smooth, and blendable with higher color coverage that had good adherence to bare skin. They seemed a little thicker than the prior formula, which I think gave them better hold.
For the most part, they were easy to use with most shades lasting between seven and eight hours, which is average, so the longevity wasn’t any better/worse than most eyeshadows on the market (including the prior formula).
Browse all of our LORAC Pro Eyeshadow (2020) swatches.
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Pine
Pine is a light-medium copper with warm, orange undertones and a metallic finish. It had opaque color coverage in a single layer, which adhered evenly to bare skin and blended out nicely along the edges. This shade lasted well for eight hours before showing signs of wear.
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for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- Charlotte Tilbury The Queen of Glow #1 (PiP, ) is warmer (95% similar).
- Viseart Suede (PiP, ) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Huda Beauty Sand Haze #1 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury Bejewelled (Happy Glow Prime) (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Urban Decay HBIC (PiP, $19.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- ColourPop Fierce (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- NABLA Cosmetics Subliminal (PiP, ) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Weekend (PiP, $4.50) is darker (90% similar).
- Huda Beauty Frazzled (PiP, ) is darker (85% similar).
- Huda Beauty Topaz #4 (LE, ) is lighter, brighter (85% similar).
Formula Overview
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In 2020, the brand reformulated their PRO eyeshadows and released new palettes (and new shades, however new-new they might be). The formula is supposed to be “highly pigmented” that “last[s] without creasing” and “blend[s] effortlessly.” Each eyeshadow can also be removed from its respective palette–there’s an included tool to do so–to rearrange the palette or depot (nice touch!).
The mattes felt less thin and were not quite as dry as the prior formula–a bit silkier–though the matte eyeshadows are still lightly to moderately powdery with light fallout but are blendable. I think it’s a formula more suitable to someone who tends to prefer buildable coverage and a little more muted color.
The shimmers were slightly creamier, smooth, and blendable with higher color coverage that had good adherence to bare skin. They seemed a little thicker than the prior formula, which I think gave them better hold.
For the most part, they were easy to use with most shades lasting between seven and eight hours, which is average, so the longevity wasn’t any better/worse than most eyeshadows on the market (including the prior formula).
Browse all of our LORAC Pro Eyeshadow (2020) swatches.
Pine
LELimited Edition.
Grove
Grove is a rich, golden bronze with strong, warm undertones and a metallic finish. The eyeshadow was richly pigmented with a smooth, almost cream-like consistency that was easy to work with. It stayed on well for eight hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Formula Overview
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In 2020, the brand reformulated their PRO eyeshadows and released new palettes (and new shades, however new-new they might be). The formula is supposed to be “highly pigmented” that “last[s] without creasing” and “blend[s] effortlessly.” Each eyeshadow can also be removed from its respective palette–there’s an included tool to do so–to rearrange the palette or depot (nice touch!).
The mattes felt less thin and were not quite as dry as the prior formula–a bit silkier–though the matte eyeshadows are still lightly to moderately powdery with light fallout but are blendable. I think it’s a formula more suitable to someone who tends to prefer buildable coverage and a little more muted color.
The shimmers were slightly creamier, smooth, and blendable with higher color coverage that had good adherence to bare skin. They seemed a little thicker than the prior formula, which I think gave them better hold.
For the most part, they were easy to use with most shades lasting between seven and eight hours, which is average, so the longevity wasn’t any better/worse than most eyeshadows on the market (including the prior formula).
Browse all of our LORAC Pro Eyeshadow (2020) swatches.
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Grove
LELimited Edition.
Wildflower
Wildflower is a deeper plum with warm undertones and a metallic sheen. It had full color payoff paired with a smooth, lightly creamy consistency that wasn’t overly dense/thick. It lasted well for eight hours before fading a bit.
FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- Urban Decay Lioness (LE, $19.00) is less shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- MAC Stairs to the Stars (LE, $25.00) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- Tarte Dominate (PiP, ) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- Huda Beauty Nude Rich #6 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- Urban Decay Drunk Dial (PiP, $19.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (95% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics She’s in Parties (PiP, ) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (95% similar).
- Anastasia Rose Gold (Norvina) (LE, $12.00) is lighter (85% similar).
- ColourPop Mon Sherry (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, lighter (85% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury Bejewelled (Dream Glow Enhance) (LE, ) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- MAC Incinerated (P, $20.00) is less shimmery, lighter (85% similar).
Formula Overview
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In 2020, the brand reformulated their PRO eyeshadows and released new palettes (and new shades, however new-new they might be). The formula is supposed to be “highly pigmented” that “last[s] without creasing” and “blend[s] effortlessly.” Each eyeshadow can also be removed from its respective palette–there’s an included tool to do so–to rearrange the palette or depot (nice touch!).
The mattes felt less thin and were not quite as dry as the prior formula–a bit silkier–though the matte eyeshadows are still lightly to moderately powdery with light fallout but are blendable. I think it’s a formula more suitable to someone who tends to prefer buildable coverage and a little more muted color.
The shimmers were slightly creamier, smooth, and blendable with higher color coverage that had good adherence to bare skin. They seemed a little thicker than the prior formula, which I think gave them better hold.
For the most part, they were easy to use with most shades lasting between seven and eight hours, which is average, so the longevity wasn’t any better/worse than most eyeshadows on the market (including the prior formula).
Browse all of our LORAC Pro Eyeshadow (2020) swatches.
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Evergreen
Evergreen is a rich, emerald green with subtle, cool undertones and a smooth, metallic sheen. It had opaque pigmentation in a single layer, which applied evenly to bare skin and blended out well as the texture was smooth, lightly emollient but not overly thick. It wore nicely for eight hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- Persona Driven (PiP, ) is less shimmery, warmer (95% similar).
- Natasha Denona Jubilee (271M) (LE, $29.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Timber (P, $6.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Coloured Raine Grandeur (LE, $6.99) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty TFX11 (LE, $36.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Morphe Diva (LE, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace To Earth (PiP, $6.00) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Circle of Salt (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Pat McGrath Supernova (LE, $25.00) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Palm Trees (P, $5.00) is less shimmery, warmer (85% similar).
Formula Overview
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In 2020, the brand reformulated their PRO eyeshadows and released new palettes (and new shades, however new-new they might be). The formula is supposed to be “highly pigmented” that “last[s] without creasing” and “blend[s] effortlessly.” Each eyeshadow can also be removed from its respective palette–there’s an included tool to do so–to rearrange the palette or depot (nice touch!).
The mattes felt less thin and were not quite as dry as the prior formula–a bit silkier–though the matte eyeshadows are still lightly to moderately powdery with light fallout but are blendable. I think it’s a formula more suitable to someone who tends to prefer buildable coverage and a little more muted color.
The shimmers were slightly creamier, smooth, and blendable with higher color coverage that had good adherence to bare skin. They seemed a little thicker than the prior formula, which I think gave them better hold.
For the most part, they were easy to use with most shades lasting between seven and eight hours, which is average, so the longevity wasn’t any better/worse than most eyeshadows on the market (including the prior formula).
Browse all of our LORAC Pro Eyeshadow (2020) swatches.
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Woodland
Woodland is a deep brown with subtle, warm red undertones and a matte finish. The consistency was slightly powdery in the pan, but it blended out well and wasn’t prone to fallout. It had opaque color coverage that stayed on well for eight hours before showing signs of fading.
FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- Anastasia Hot Chocolate (P, $12.00) is warmer (95% similar).
- Dior House of Dreams #5 (LE, ) is cooler (95% similar).
- Urban Decay Eight (LE, $19.00) is cooler (90% similar).
- Dior Atelier Dore #5 (LE, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Dark Roast (DC, $5.00) is more shimmery (90% similar).
- LORAC Spell Breaker (LE, $19.00) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Wet ‘n’ Wild Not a Basic Peach #7 (PiP, ) is darker, more muted (90% similar).
- Viseart Chocolat II (PiP, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Fenty Beauty Get This Bread (LE, ) is darker (90% similar).
- Dominique Cosmetics Cafecito (PiP, ) is more shimmery, cooler (85% similar).
Formula Overview
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In 2020, the brand reformulated their PRO eyeshadows and released new palettes (and new shades, however new-new they might be). The formula is supposed to be “highly pigmented” that “last[s] without creasing” and “blend[s] effortlessly.” Each eyeshadow can also be removed from its respective palette–there’s an included tool to do so–to rearrange the palette or depot (nice touch!).
The mattes felt less thin and were not quite as dry as the prior formula–a bit silkier–though the matte eyeshadows are still lightly to moderately powdery with light fallout but are blendable. I think it’s a formula more suitable to someone who tends to prefer buildable coverage and a little more muted color.
The shimmers were slightly creamier, smooth, and blendable with higher color coverage that had good adherence to bare skin. They seemed a little thicker than the prior formula, which I think gave them better hold.
For the most part, they were easy to use with most shades lasting between seven and eight hours, which is average, so the longevity wasn’t any better/worse than most eyeshadows on the market (including the prior formula).
Browse all of our LORAC Pro Eyeshadow (2020) swatches.
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