

Makeup Geek x Manny Mua Eyeshadow Palette

Makeup Geek x Manny Mua Eyeshadow Palette ($45.00 for 0.58 oz.) contains nine eyeshadows in a slim, cardboard palette with mirror on the inside. Three of the nine shades are permanent and existing shades (Beaches & Cream, Cosmopolitan, Frappe) in the Makeup Geek range, while one is a pressed version of one of their loose pigments (Insomnia). Two shades appear to be the Foiled eyeshadow type, which is important to note as the Foiled formula is more expensive to purchase individually ($10.00) than their regular powder formula ($6.00). The eyeshadows are labeled on the back but not on the interior (and they seem to be labeled “underneath” so that if you read it left to right, they appear mislabeled, so think about what eyeshadow is placed directly on top of the label to avoid confusion). Each eyeshadow is full-sized; based on that, the palette contains $62.00 worth of product (7 regular eyeshadows, 2 Foiled eyeshadows).

Overall, the palette performed decently, but I was disappointed that my standalone versions of Beaches, Cream, Cosmopolitan, and Frappe were much softer/more pigmented than the ones included in the palette–and I was surprised that it was true across all three. I did notice that the two Foiled eyeshadows here wore better than the original Foiled eyeshadows did (less prone to creasing), so at least that was some good news!

One thing I noticed when photographing the ingredient list: it was just one long list of “May Contains,” and I remembered Makeup Geek eyeshadows being specifically talc-free, and talc was listed as one of these “May Contains” ingredients. Edited: Nick from Makeup Geek has reached out, and he stated that Aphrodite update: Sora is the only shade that contains talc, and it was an oversight by the lab that wasn’t caught too late.

Artemis is described as a “muted champagne yellow.” It’s a light, pale yellow with warm undertones and a frosted sheen. It had great pigmentation with a soft, blendable consistency that wasn’t too powdery or too firm. It was easy to apply and use on bare skin, while it lasted for eight hours before fading. Anastasia Soft Gold (P, $12.00) is less shimmery (95% similar). Buxom Born Glam (LE, $12.00) is lighter (95% similar). NABLA Cosmetics Immaculate (PiP, ) is cooler (95% similar). MAC Dazzlelight (P, $17.00) is less shimmery (95% similar). LORAC Sugar (LE, $19.00) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar). LORAC Opal (LE, $19.00) is cooler (95% similar). NARS Vinyl (LE, $25.00) is less shimmery, cooler (95% similar). Viseart Nuance #1 (PiP, ) is warmer (95% similar). NARS Mythos (DC, $25.00) is less shimmery (95% similar). LORAC Moonlight (LE, $19.00) is cooler (95% similar). Persona Sassy (PiP, ) is cooler (95% similar). Guerlain Les Precieux #3 (LE, ) is darker (95% similar). Disney by Sephora Sea Shells (LE, ) is less shimmery (95% similar). Sephora Red Carpet Arrival (LE, ) is more shimmery (95% similar). NARS Newbury Street (DC, $25.00) is more shimmery (95% similar). LORAC Dance 'Til Dawn Eyeshadow #2 (LE, $19.00) is lighter (95% similar). NARS Luz (LE, $19.00) is cooler (95% similar). MAC Vanilla (PiP, $21.00) is more shimmery (90% similar). Make Up For Ever D416 Crystalline Yellow (DC, $21.00) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar). Makeup Geek Telepathic (P, $12.00) is cooler (90% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Beaches & Cream is described as a “soft peachy beige.” It’s a light-medium, peachy-beige with warm undertones and a mostly matte finish. The powder was rather firm, and it was harder to get color off of the surface–I really had to jab my brush at it to use it as a transition/highlight shade during application while the powder was also dry once on the brush. My standalone version of this is a lot better. It lasted for seven hours on me. Too Faced Peach Fuzz (LE, $16.00) is cooler (95% similar). Anastasia Soft Peach (P, $12.00) is less shimmery (90% similar). Tarte Peach Poppy (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar). Kat Von D Fringe (LE, ) is cooler (95% similar). Urban Decay Bailout (LE, $19.00) is warmer (90% similar). NARS Hammamet I (P, $19.00) is darker (90% similar). Colour Pop Go With the Flow (PiP, $4.50) is cooler (90% similar). Viseart Minx #1 (PiP, ) is lighter, cooler (90% similar). Sephora Biscotti (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar). Colour Pop Issues (P, $4.50) is more shimmery (90% similar). bareMinerals Tres Chic (PiP, ) is cooler (90% similar). Urban Decay Vibrate (PiP, $19.00) is warmer (90% similar). Too Faced Millennial (LE, $16.00) is less shimmery (85% similar). Makeup Geek Peach Smoothie (DC, $6.00) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar). Urban Decay ABC Gum (P, $19.00) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar). Kat Von D Vespertine (PiP, ) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar). Tarte Fall in Louvre (LE, ) is less shimmery (90% similar). Colour Pop Ben (LE, $4.50) is darker, warmer (85% similar). Anastasia Dawn (DC, $12.00) is more muted, cooler (85% similar). Sephora Flawless (332) (P, $8.00) is darker (85% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Luna is described as a “medium rose gold.” It’s a slightly muted, medium bronze with warm undertones and a metallic finish. It was intensely pigmented with a creamy, lightly loose consistency that applied well to bare skin without sheering out. It wore well for eight hours before creasing on me. BH Cosmetics Carli Bybel Deluxe Edition #9 (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar). Hourglass Smoke (P, $29.00) is more muted, cooler (90% similar). NARS Riding High (LE, $19.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar). Huda Beauty Nude Rich #2 (PiP, ) is more muted (90% similar). Pat McGrath Inferno (PiP, $25.00) is darker, more muted (90% similar). Tom Ford Beauty Soleil et Lune #2 (LE, ) is darker, warmer (90% similar). Too Faced Classy and Sassy (LE, $16.00) is less shimmery, darker, more muted (90% similar). Tarte Selfie Portrait (LE, ) is less shimmery (90% similar). Anastasia Cinder (LE, $12.00) is darker (90% similar). Tom Ford Beauty Soleil d'Hiver #3 (LE, ) is darker, warmer (95% similar). Tarte Dame (LE, $14.00) is darker, more muted (85% similar). Hourglass Ray (P, $29.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar). Sleek MakeUP Scheherazade's Tale (LE, $9.99) is lighter, warmer (85% similar). Viseart Truffle (PiP, ) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar). Colour Pop Ego (DC, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker (85% similar). Colour Pop Dazzle (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, cooler (85% similar). Make Up For Ever I538 Pearly Gray Beige (DC, $21.00) is less shimmery, more muted (85% similar). Tom Ford Beauty Warm (Winter 2016) Eyeshadow #3 (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker, more muted (85% similar). Kaja Baked Cinnamon (PiP, ) is darker, more muted, warmer (85% similar). Clarins Rosewood #2 (PiP, ) is cooler (85% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Cosmopolitan is described as a “gold-flecked medium rose.” It’s a slightly muted, medium coral-orange with warm undertones and a frosted, gold shimmer. It had semi-opaque pigmentation with a lightly powdery, drier consistency that looked somewhat faded on the lid without a good base in place. It started to fade after seven and a half hours of wear. BH Cosmetics Foil Eyes 2 #4 (PiP, ) is lighter (95% similar). LORAC Starfish (LE, $19.00) is less shimmery (95% similar). Morphe Little Lady (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter (95% similar). MAC Expensive Pink (P, $17.00) is darker, more muted (85% similar). Anastasia China Rose (P, $12.00) is lighter (90% similar). Make Up For Ever 11 Golden Orange (P, $21.00) is cooler (90% similar). Viseart Coy #3 (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar). BH Cosmetics Carli Bybel Deluxe Edition #5 (LE, ) is lighter, cooler (90% similar). Viseart Siren #2 (PiP, ) is cooler (90% similar). Viseart Sangria (LE, ) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar). Colour Pop High Society (P, $4.50) is darker, warmer (90% similar). Natasha Denona Morgana (131DC) (PiP, $29.00) is darker, brighter (90% similar). Inglot #407 (P, $7.00) is less shimmery (90% similar). Natasha Denona Peach Bronze (144CP) (LE, ) is more shimmery (95% similar). NYX Golden Peach (P, $6.00) is lighter, cooler (85% similar). MAC Summer Sun (LE, $17.00) is lighter (85% similar). Urban Decay Flame (LE, $19.00) is cooler (85% similar). Colour Pop Louie (PiP, $4.50) is more shimmery, darker, brighter (85% similar). Smashbox Loungerie (PiP, ) is lighter (85% similar). Wet 'n' Wild Not a Basic Peach #9 (PiP, ) is darker, cooler (85% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Sora is described as a “medium earthy terracotta.” It’s a muted, medium orange-toned brown with warm undertones and a matte finish. It had pretty good color payoff, but despite having a very silky consistency, it was also dusty, which resulted in the color sheering out when initially applied. It is buildable, at least, so I would recommend applying in thinner layers to achieve more opaque coverage–and I would also make sure to tap your brush or apply your eye makeup first to minimize fall out. I was able to wear this for seven and a half hours before fading was noticeable. Coloured Raine Gingerbread (P, $6.99) is warmer (95% similar). Make Up For Ever M664 Fawn (DC, $21.00) is darker (95% similar). Colour Pop Pulling Strings (PiP, $4.50) is cooler (95% similar). KKW Beauty Miami (LE, ) is more muted (95% similar). Urban Decay Dormouse (LE, $19.00) is lighter (95% similar). Colour Pop Sea Stars (P, $4.50) is darker (95% similar). NARS Castille (DC, $25.00) is cooler (95% similar). Urban Decay Low Blow (PiP, $19.00) is cooler (95% similar). Urban Decay Subscribe (LE, $19.00) is darker (95% similar). Sephora Clay (LE, ) is darker, cooler (95% similar). Zoeva Eerily Empty (PiP, ) is cooler (95% similar). Colour Pop Note to Self (P, $4.50) is cooler (95% similar). Too Faced Peanut Butter (PiP, $16.00) is warmer (95% similar). Anastasia Burnt Orange (PiP, $12.00) is lighter (95% similar). Anastasia Caramel (P, $12.00) is warmer (95% similar). Anastasia Burnt Orange Matte (P, $12.00) is brighter (90% similar). Colour Pop Freckles (LE, $4.50) is darker, cooler (90% similar). Wet 'n' Wild Comfort Zone #6 (PiP, ) is lighter, cooler (90% similar). KKW Beauty Calabasas (PiP, ) is more muted (90% similar). Morphe Pooter (LE, ) is more muted, cooler (90% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Frappe is described as a “medium maple brown.” It’s a subdued, medium-dark brown with subtle, warm undertones and a mostly matte finish. It had semi-sheer coverage that was somewhat buildable to semi-opaque coverage. The consistency was thinner, somewhat dusty, and was prone to sheering out. On me, this shade wore well for seven and a half hours. Morphe Pooter (LE, ) is darker (95% similar). Too Faced City Lights (LE, $16.00) is lighter (95% similar). MAC Indie Spirit (LE, $17.00) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar). Makeup Geek Latte (DC, $6.00) is less shimmery (95% similar). Becca Ombre Rouge #4 (PiP, ) is darker (95% similar). MAC One to Watch (DC, $21.00) is more shimmery (95% similar). Urban Decay Tyranny (LE, $19.00) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar). Inglot #337 (P, $6.00) is darker, less pigmented, cooler (90% similar). Colour Pop Note to Self (P, $4.50) is lighter (90% similar). Buxom Filthy Rich (P, $12.00) is darker (90% similar). Makeup Geek Sora (LE, $6.00) is less shimmery, lighter (95% similar). MAC Glimpse of Flesh (LE, $17.00) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar). Stila Individual (PiP, ) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar). Coloured Raine Gingerbread (P, $6.99) is darker (95% similar). Buxom Invite Only (P, $12.00) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar). theBalm C4 (LE, $16.00) is darker (90% similar). Coloured Raine Royal Prerogative (PiP, $6.99) is cooler (90% similar). NARS Madrague #2 (DC, $25.00) is lighter, brighter, cooler (90% similar). MAC Sand Bar (LE, $22.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar). Too Faced Milk Chocolate (PiP, $16.00) is darker (90% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Insomnia is described as a “warm red brown with blue reflects.” It’s an intense, medium-dark reddish-brown with bluish-teal shift paired with a metallic finish. It was incredibly pigmented–use less than you think you need–with a dense, cream-like consistency that is best applied with a flat, firm brush. It remained blendable and wore for eight hours on me. MAC I've Got a Crush on You (LE, $32.50) is less shimmery (95% similar). Makeup Geek Insomnia (P, $12.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar). MAC Duabandita (LE, $17.00) is cooler (95% similar). Kat Von D Kelly (LE, ) is lighter, cooler (90% similar). Colour Pop Wishful Thinking (LE, $4.50) is warmer (90% similar). Buxom No Faux (P, $12.00) is warmer (90% similar). Kaja Magic (P, $16.00) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar). Urban Decay Bloodstone (LE, $19.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar). Sydney Grace Starry Night (P, $8.00) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar). Touch in Sol Holo Mulberry (5) (P, $18.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar). Bite Beauty Peacock Pearl (P, $24.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar). Urban Decay Lounge (P, $19.00) is warmer (85% similar). Wet 'n' Wild Comfort Zone #8 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, warmer (85% similar). Sydney Grace Scarab (LE, $6.00) is less shimmery, lighter (85% similar). Ardency Inn Peacock (DC, $21.00) is warmer (85% similar). MAC Starry Night (P, $17.00) is less shimmery, lighter (85% similar). Too Faced Best Friends (LE, $16.00) is lighter, more muted, warmer (85% similar). Too Faced Artist Pass (LE, $16.00) is less shimmery, lighter (85% similar). NARS Frioul (LE, $28.00) is less shimmery (90% similar). Tom Ford Beauty Photosynthesex #2 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Mars is described as a “deep cherry red.” It’s a dark, raspberry red with cool undertones and a matte finish. The consistency is grainy–almost sandy but not as gritty as true sand–and has a dryness to it that makes it harder to blend without a good base underneath it as it will stick to some places more heavily than others and look patchy. It stained the skin somewhat, and it started to fade after eight hours of wear. Make Up For Ever M847 Burgundy (P, $17.00) is lighter (95% similar). Colour Pop Gaston (LE, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar). Viseart Louvre (PiP, ) is lighter (95% similar). Make Up For Ever M846 Morello Cherry (DC, $21.00) is brighter, warmer (90% similar). Urban Decay Relish (P, $19.00) is warmer (90% similar). Sephora Croquis (LE, ) is lighter, more muted (90% similar). Marc Jacobs Beauty Scandalous (PiP, ) is lighter (90% similar). Pretty Vulgar Snitch (PiP, ) is lighter (90% similar). Anastasia Stev (LE, $12.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar). Ciate Violet (LE, ) is lighter, cooler (90% similar). Marc Jacobs Beauty Bull's Eye (LE, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar). Melt Cosmetics Love Sick (PiP, ) is more muted (95% similar). Tarte Mod (PiP, ) is more muted, warmer (95% similar). Colour Pop Sangria (LE, $4.50) is darker, warmer (90% similar). Kat Von D Bloodmilk (LE, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar). Marc Jacobs Beauty O Mercy (P, $29.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar). Colour Pop Bad Guy (LE, $4.50) is lighter, warmer (85% similar). LORAC Mulberry (LE, $19.00) is lighter, more muted, cooler (85% similar). Huda Beauty Maneater (LE, )(90% similar). Coloured Raine Snitch (LE, $6.99) is darker, cooler (85% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Aphrodite is described as a “deep plum brown.” It’s a muted, dark taupe brown with subtle, warmer undertones and a mostly matte finish. It had semi-opaque color payoff with a lightly dusty, drier texture that didn’t work so well over bare skin, as it tended to apply unevenly and was harder to diffuse around the edges. This is another shade that really needs primer to be decent. On me, it lasted for seven and a half hours before fading. Tarte Cocoa What Fun (LE, ) is warmer (95% similar). Tarte Leader (PiP, ) is warmer (95% similar). Chanel Rouge Contraste (132) (LE, $32.00) is lighter, brighter (90% similar). Too Faced Double Tap (LE, $16.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar). Anastasia Deep Plum (P, $12.00) is darker (90% similar). Tarte Haute Chocolate (LE, ) is darker (90% similar). LORAC Burgundy (PiP, $19.00) is cooler (90% similar). Estee Lauder Strong Currant (P, $25.00) is lighter, more muted (90% similar). MAC Embark (P, $17.00) is warmer (90% similar). Anastasia Hot Chocolate (P, $12.00) is warmer (95% similar). Marc Jacobs Beauty About Last Night No. 20 (LE, ) is lighter (85% similar). See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Manny Mua LE Limited Edition . $50.00. 36 80 B- B- 8 Product 8.5 Pigmentation 8 Texture 8 Longevity 4.5 Application 82% Total Artemis LE Limited Edition . $6.00. 17 11 A- A- 9 Product 10 Pigmentation 9 Texture 8.5 Longevity 5 Application 92% Total Beaches and Cream DC Discontinued . $6.00. 86 30 C C 7.5 Product 7.5 Pigmentation 6.5 Texture 7.5 Longevity 4.5 Application 74% Total Luna LE Limited Edition . $9.99. 41 3 A A 9.5 Product 10 Pigmentation 9 Texture 8.5 Longevity 5 Application 93% Total Cosmopolitan DC Discontinued . $6.00. 136 31 B- B- 8 Product 8.5 Pigmentation 8 Texture 8 Longevity 4.5 Application 82% Total Sora LE Limited Edition . $6.00. 12 10 B- B- 8 Product 8.5 Pigmentation 7.5 Texture 8 Longevity 5 Application 82% Total Frappe DC Discontinued . $6.00. 111 34 C- C- 6.5 Product 6.5 Pigmentation 7 Texture 8 Longevity 4.5 Application 72% Total Insomnia P Permanent . $9.99. 56 5 A A 9.5 Product 10 Pigmentation 9 Texture 8.5 Longevity 5 Application 93% Total Mars LE Limited Edition . $6.00. 41 11 B B 8.5 Product 9.5 Pigmentation 7 Texture 8.5 Longevity 4 Application 83% Total Aphrodite LE Limited Edition . $6.00. 12 12 C C 7 Product 7.5 Pigmentation 7.5 Texture 8 Longevity 4 Application 76% Total

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