Arctic Lime
Terra Moons Arctic Lime Matte Eyeshadow ($6.00 for 0.05 oz.) is a bright, ultra-light chartreuse green with strong, warm yellow undertones and a matte finish. It had nearly opaque pigmentation with a soft, moderately powdery texture that yielded some fallout during application.
I would recommend applying this over an eyeshadow primer as it was a little more sensitive to reacting to any natural oils on my lid. The color stayed on well for eight hours and left a bit of a stain behind.
FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- Sephora Jeffery (LE, ) is darker, warmer (95% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Shot Gun (LE, ) is darker, warmer (95% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Papel Picado (PiP, ) is darker (90% similar).
- KVD Beauty Exodus (LE, ) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Draw a Door (LE, ) is darker (90% similar).
- ColourPop Don’t Freak (LE, $4.50) is cooler (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Ion (342CM) (LE, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Anastasia Sphere (LE, $12.00) is warmer (90% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Faded (LE, ) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Vert (343CM) (LE, ) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.00/0.05 oz. – $120.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to be “blendable” and “pigmented” with “a bit of kick up” when used due to being “pressed by hand.” Some shades come with “additional information” such as being sheerer on the brand’s website (for that particular shade) or to use a “glitter primer” due to the finish.
I found that some matte shades were more noticeably powdery than others, but whether there was just a little bit of powderiness or more noticeable powderiness really depended on a shade. The neon shades were the most powdery and hardest to work with on their own; some had more specific tips/guidance on how to work with them, which I felt was great for disclosure, but it could get hard to remember what shade needs to be applied in such and such fashion since it really did vary a lot shade by shade.
The darker and less neon matte shades tended to perform the best for me–more pigmentation, better blendability, and were easier to work with and were more consistent.
Most shades–matte and more shimmery–were pigmented, easy to blend, and applied well to bare skin. They lasted between seven and eight hours with most closer to eight hours before fading (more of the mattes) or creasing (some of the more intense metallics).
Browse all of our Terra Moons Matte Eyeshadow swatches.
Ingredients
Mica, Allantoin, Kaolin Clay, Calcium Carbonate, Caprylic Triglycerides, Carnauba Wax, Zinc Stearate, Magnesium Myristrate, Phenoxyethanol, Silica, Boron Nitride, Dimethicone, Isododecane, Magnesium Stearate, Nylon-12, Zinc Oxide, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene. MAY CONTAIN: Iron Oxides, Aluminum Powder, Tin Oxide, Lakes, Dyes, Ferric Ferrocyanide, Carmine, Hydrated Chromium Oxide, Ultramarines, Manganese Violet, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Zinc Sulfide.
Disclaimer: Ingredient lists are as available by the brand (or retailer)
at the time of publishing. Please always check product packaging, if it exists, for the ingredient list applicable
to the product you’re purchasing, or the brand or retailer’s website for the most up-to-date ingredient list.
Just a Phase
Terra Moons Just a Phase Neon Matte Pressed Pigment ($6.00 for 0.05 oz.) is a brighter, aqua with subtle, cool undertones and a matte finish. It had medium pigmentation, which was hard to build up as the texture was drier and more powdery with a thinness that just didn’t sit as flatteringly on my skin.
It was somewhat improved over an eyeshadow primer, but it wasn’t as impressive as other matte shades by the brand. This shade lasted well for eight hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- Dominique Cosmetics Matcha (PiP, ) is darker (90% similar).
- Clionadh Ice Algae (P, $4.50) is more shimmery, brighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Huda Beauty Emerald #2 (LE, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Made in the Shade (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- ColourPop Chances Are (PiP, $4.50) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Give Me Glow So Rich (P, $7.00) is darker (90% similar).
- Makeup Geek Shore Thing (DC, $6.00) is lighter (85% similar).
- MAC Oldie but Goodie (LE, $17.00) is lighter, cooler (80% similar).
- Smashbox Sell Out (P, ) is darker (80% similar).
- Sydney Grace Sea Foam (P, $5.00) is lighter, warmer (80% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.00/0.05 oz. – $120.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to be “blendable” and “pigmented” with “a bit of kick up” when used due to being “pressed by hand.” Some shades come with “additional information” such as being sheerer on the brand’s website (for that particular shade) or to use a “glitter primer” due to the finish.
I found that some matte shades were more noticeably powdery than others, but whether there was just a little bit of powderiness or more noticeable powderiness really depended on a shade. The neon shades were the most powdery and hardest to work with on their own; some had more specific tips/guidance on how to work with them, which I felt was great for disclosure, but it could get hard to remember what shade needs to be applied in such and such fashion since it really did vary a lot shade by shade. The darker and less neon matte shades tended to perform the best for me–more pigmentation, better blendability, and were easier to work with and were more consistent.
Most shades–matte and more shimmery–were pigmented, easy to blend, and applied well to bare skin. They lasted between seven and eight hours with most closer to eight hours before fading (more of the mattes) or creasing (some of the more intense metallics).
Browse all of our Terra Moons Neon Matte Pressed Pigment swatches.
product is “not intended for use in the immediate eye area.” Brands in the US typically market these
products as “Pigments” (instead of “Eyeshadow”), and there is often a warning on the back of packaging or
the label. The product includes color additives that are not approved for usage on the eyes per the
FDA.
Some color additives in “Pigments” have no usage restrictions in the EU, per CosIng, and can be used on the
eyes. We recommend checking ingredients to confirm current safety assessment/restrictions:
FDA/CosIng.
Ingredients
Mica, Allantoin, Kaolin Clay, Calcium Carbonate, Caprylic Triglycerides, Carnauba Wax, Zinc Stearate, Magnesium Myristrate, Phenoxyethanol, Silica, Boron Nitride, Dimethicone, Isododecane, Magnesium Stearate, Nylon-12, Zinc Oxide, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene. MAY CONTAIN: Iron Oxides, Aluminum Powder, Tin Oxide, Lakes, Dyes, Ferric Ferrocyanide, Carmine, Hydrated Chromium Oxide, Ultramarines, Manganese Violet, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Zinc Sulfide.
Disclaimer: Ingredient lists are as available by the brand (or retailer)
at the time of publishing. Please always check product packaging, if it exists, for the ingredient list applicable
to the product you’re purchasing, or the brand or retailer’s website for the most up-to-date ingredient list.
4th Dimension
Terra Moons 4th Dimension Neon Matte Pressed Pigment ($6.00 for 0.05 oz.) is a bright, mint green with a matte finish. It was fairly powdery, which resulted in sheerer coverage, fallout, and less-even application of color.
The pigmentation was more medium without blending, but even with primer, it was hard to get to full coverage that was really seamlessly blended out. There were signs of fading present after eight hours of wear.
FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- Lethal Cosmetics Void (P, $6.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Honeydew (P, $5.00) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Sydney Grace Mantis (LE, $5.00) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Sugarpill Twitch (PiP, ) is warmer (85% similar).
- Viseart Pistachio (20) (LE, ) is darker, warmer (80% similar).
- Lethal Cosmetics Replica (P, $6.00) is darker, warmer (80% similar).
- Anastasia A2 (Norvina Mini Vol. 2) (LE, $12.00) is darker, warmer (80% similar).
- ColourPop De Menthe (PiP, $4.50) is darker, warmer (80% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.00/0.05 oz. – $120.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to be “blendable” and “pigmented” with “a bit of kick up” when used due to being “pressed by hand.” Some shades come with “additional information” such as being sheerer on the brand’s website (for that particular shade) or to use a “glitter primer” due to the finish.
I found that some matte shades were more noticeably powdery than others, but whether there was just a little bit of powderiness or more noticeable powderiness really depended on a shade. The neon shades were the most powdery and hardest to work with on their own; some had more specific tips/guidance on how to work with them, which I felt was great for disclosure, but it could get hard to remember what shade needs to be applied in such and such fashion since it really did vary a lot shade by shade. The darker and less neon matte shades tended to perform the best for me–more pigmentation, better blendability, and were easier to work with and were more consistent.
Most shades–matte and more shimmery–were pigmented, easy to blend, and applied well to bare skin. They lasted between seven and eight hours with most closer to eight hours before fading (more of the mattes) or creasing (some of the more intense metallics).
Browse all of our Terra Moons Neon Matte Pressed Pigment swatches.
product is “not intended for use in the immediate eye area.” Brands in the US typically market these
products as “Pigments” (instead of “Eyeshadow”), and there is often a warning on the back of packaging or
the label. The product includes color additives that are not approved for usage on the eyes per the
FDA.
Some color additives in “Pigments” have no usage restrictions in the EU, per CosIng, and can be used on the
eyes. We recommend checking ingredients to confirm current safety assessment/restrictions:
FDA/CosIng.
Ingredients
Mica, Allantoin, Kaolin Clay, Calcium Carbonate, Caprylic Triglycerides, Carnauba Wax, Zinc Stearate, Magnesium Myristrate, Phenoxyethanol, Silica, Boron Nitride, Dimethicone, Isododecane, Magnesium Stearate, Nylon-12, Zinc Oxide, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene. MAY CONTAIN: Iron Oxides, Aluminum Powder, Tin Oxide, Lakes, Dyes, Ferric Ferrocyanide, Carmine, Hydrated Chromium Oxide, Ultramarines, Manganese Violet, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Zinc Sulfide.
Disclaimer: Ingredient lists are as available by the brand (or retailer)
at the time of publishing. Please always check product packaging, if it exists, for the ingredient list applicable
to the product you’re purchasing, or the brand or retailer’s website for the most up-to-date ingredient list.
Lunar or Later
Terra Moons Lunar or Later Matte Eyeshadow ($6.00 for 0.05 oz.) is an ultra-light blue with subtle, cool undertones and a matte finish. The consistency was soft, somewhat powdery, but it was more substantial than some of the neon shades, so it was actually not as prone to fallout or sheering out as it could have been. It had mostly opaque pigmentation that could be built up to full coverage. It stayed on decently for seven and a half hours before fading noticeably.
FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- ColourPop Vibez (Aura and Out) (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (95% similar).
- Sephora + Pantone Universe Honeydew (LE, ) is cooler (90% similar).
- MAC Atomic Blush (LE, $17.00) is warmer (90% similar).
- MAC Aqua (P, $17.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- MAC Clearwater (P, $23.00) is darker (85% similar).
- Morphe Art (LE, ) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
- ColourPop Rainbow Trail (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Urban Decay Fluorescent (LE, $19.00) is darker, cooler (80% similar).
- ColourPop Get Fresh (PiP, $4.50) (80% similar).
- NYX The Next Morning (P, $4.50) is darker (80% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.00/0.05 oz. – $120.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to be “blendable” and “pigmented” with “a bit of kick up” when used due to being “pressed by hand.” Some shades come with “additional information” such as being sheerer on the brand’s website (for that particular shade) or to use a “glitter primer” due to the finish.
I found that some matte shades were more noticeably powdery than others, but whether there was just a little bit of powderiness or more noticeable powderiness really depended on a shade. The neon shades were the most powdery and hardest to work with on their own; some had more specific tips/guidance on how to work with them, which I felt was great for disclosure, but it could get hard to remember what shade needs to be applied in such and such fashion since it really did vary a lot shade by shade.
The darker and less neon matte shades tended to perform the best for me–more pigmentation, better blendability, and were easier to work with and were more consistent.
Most shades–matte and more shimmery–were pigmented, easy to blend, and applied well to bare skin. They lasted between seven and eight hours with most closer to eight hours before fading (more of the mattes) or creasing (some of the more intense metallics).
Browse all of our Terra Moons Matte Eyeshadow swatches.
Ingredients
Mica, Allantoin, Kaolin Clay, Calcium Carbonate, Caprylic Triglycerides, Carnauba Wax, Zinc Stearate, Magnesium Myristrate, Phenoxyethanol, Silica, Boron Nitride, Dimethicone, Isododecane, Magnesium Stearate, Nylon-12, Zinc Oxide, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene. MAY CONTAIN: Iron Oxides, Aluminum Powder, Tin Oxide, Lakes, Dyes, Ferric Ferrocyanide, Carmine, Hydrated Chromium Oxide, Ultramarines, Manganese Violet, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Zinc Sulfide.
Disclaimer: Ingredient lists are as available by the brand (or retailer)
at the time of publishing. Please always check product packaging, if it exists, for the ingredient list applicable
to the product you’re purchasing, or the brand or retailer’s website for the most up-to-date ingredient list.
Neptune’s Waves
Terra Moons Neptune’s Waves Neon Matte Pressed Pigment ($6.00 for 0.05 oz.) is a bright, medium blue with cool undertones and a matte finish. It had semi-opaque pigmentation that needed a primer underneath it to be built up to full coverage. The texture was soft, somewhat powdery but blendable and easy enough to work with. It lasted well for eight hours before showing signs of wear.
FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- Anastasia B5 (Norvina Vol. 2) (LE, $12.00) is brighter (95% similar).
- KVD Beauty Synth (LE, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- MAC Les Portes Bleus (LE, $17.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- Coloured Raine Drip Drop (DC, $6.99) is lighter (95% similar).
- Natasha Denona Laguna (LE, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- Dominique Cosmetics Evil Eye (LE, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Oasis (P, $5.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Lethal Cosmetics Outrun (P, $6.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Superstar (LE, $19.00) is more shimmery (90% similar).
- MAC Liquid Sky (LE, $17.00) is darker, more muted, warmer (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.00/0.05 oz. – $120.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to be “blendable” and “pigmented” with “a bit of kick up” when used due to being “pressed by hand.” Some shades come with “additional information” such as being sheerer on the brand’s website (for that particular shade) or to use a “glitter primer” due to the finish.
I found that some matte shades were more noticeably powdery than others, but whether there was just a little bit of powderiness or more noticeable powderiness really depended on a shade. The neon shades were the most powdery and hardest to work with on their own; some had more specific tips/guidance on how to work with them, which I felt was great for disclosure, but it could get hard to remember what shade needs to be applied in such and such fashion since it really did vary a lot shade by shade. The darker and less neon matte shades tended to perform the best for me–more pigmentation, better blendability, and were easier to work with and were more consistent.
Most shades–matte and more shimmery–were pigmented, easy to blend, and applied well to bare skin. They lasted between seven and eight hours with most closer to eight hours before fading (more of the mattes) or creasing (some of the more intense metallics).
Browse all of our Terra Moons Neon Matte Pressed Pigment swatches.
product is “not intended for use in the immediate eye area.” Brands in the US typically market these
products as “Pigments” (instead of “Eyeshadow”), and there is often a warning on the back of packaging or
the label. The product includes color additives that are not approved for usage on the eyes per the
FDA.
Some color additives in “Pigments” have no usage restrictions in the EU, per CosIng, and can be used on the
eyes. We recommend checking ingredients to confirm current safety assessment/restrictions:
FDA/CosIng.
Ingredients
Mica, Allantoin, Kaolin Clay, Calcium Carbonate, Caprylic Triglycerides, Carnauba Wax, Zinc Stearate, Magnesium Myristrate, Phenoxyethanol, Silica, Boron Nitride, Dimethicone, Isododecane, Magnesium Stearate, Nylon-12, Zinc Oxide, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene. MAY CONTAIN: Iron Oxides, Aluminum Powder, Tin Oxide, Lakes, Dyes, Ferric Ferrocyanide, Carmine, Hydrated Chromium Oxide, Ultramarines, Manganese Violet, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Zinc Sulfide.
Disclaimer: Ingredient lists are as available by the brand (or retailer)
at the time of publishing. Please always check product packaging, if it exists, for the ingredient list applicable
to the product you’re purchasing, or the brand or retailer’s website for the most up-to-date ingredient list.
Azure Skies
Terra Moons Azure Skies Neon Matte Pressed Pigment ($6.00 for 0.05 oz.) is a light-medium, sky blue with a brighter hue to it paired with a matte finish. It had semi-sheer pigmentation with a drier, thinner, and fairly powdery texture, which wasn’t a fun time to work with. I found that it applied unevenly, had a lot of fallout, and was only somewhat improved over an eyeshadow primer. It wore decently for seven hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- Make Up For Ever S208 Baby Blue (DC, $21.00) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- ColourPop Bright Eyed (LE, $4.50) is darker, cooler (95% similar).
- NARS Baby Jane (P, $19.00) is warmer (95% similar).
- Anastasia B2 (Norvina Mini Vol. 3) (LE, $12.00) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Beauty Call (LE, $6.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- Urban Decay Narcotic (DC, $19.00) is darker (95% similar).
- MAC At the Turntable (LE, $17.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Make Up For Ever M208 Baby Blue (P, $17.00) is darker (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Fun-tomime (368CP) (LE, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Perfect Storm (P, $5.00) is cooler (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$6.00/0.05 oz. – $120.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to be “blendable” and “pigmented” with “a bit of kick up” when used due to being “pressed by hand.” Some shades come with “additional information” such as being sheerer on the brand’s website (for that particular shade) or to use a “glitter primer” due to the finish.
I found that some matte shades were more noticeably powdery than others, but whether there was just a little bit of powderiness or more noticeable powderiness really depended on a shade. The neon shades were the most powdery and hardest to work with on their own; some had more specific tips/guidance on how to work with them, which I felt was great for disclosure, but it could get hard to remember what shade needs to be applied in such and such fashion since it really did vary a lot shade by shade. The darker and less neon matte shades tended to perform the best for me–more pigmentation, better blendability, and were easier to work with and were more consistent.
Most shades–matte and more shimmery–were pigmented, easy to blend, and applied well to bare skin. They lasted between seven and eight hours with most closer to eight hours before fading (more of the mattes) or creasing (some of the more intense metallics).
Browse all of our Terra Moons Neon Matte Pressed Pigment swatches.
product is “not intended for use in the immediate eye area.” Brands in the US typically market these
products as “Pigments” (instead of “Eyeshadow”), and there is often a warning on the back of packaging or
the label. The product includes color additives that are not approved for usage on the eyes per the
FDA.
Some color additives in “Pigments” have no usage restrictions in the EU, per CosIng, and can be used on the
eyes. We recommend checking ingredients to confirm current safety assessment/restrictions:
FDA/CosIng.
Ingredients
Mica, Allantoin, Kaolin Clay, Calcium Carbonate, Caprylic Triglycerides, Carnauba Wax, Zinc Stearate, Magnesium Myristrate, Phenoxyethanol, Silica, Boron Nitride, Dimethicone, Isododecane, Magnesium Stearate, Nylon-12, Zinc Oxide, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene. MAY CONTAIN: Iron Oxides, Aluminum Powder, Tin Oxide, Lakes, Dyes, Ferric Ferrocyanide, Carmine, Hydrated Chromium Oxide, Ultramarines, Manganese Violet, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Zinc Sulfide.
Disclaimer: Ingredient lists are as available by the brand (or retailer)
at the time of publishing. Please always check product packaging, if it exists, for the ingredient list applicable
to the product you’re purchasing, or the brand or retailer’s website for the most up-to-date ingredient list.