In-Depth Formula Overview

$9.00/0.23 oz. – $39.13 Per Ounce

The formula promises “high impact” in a “single swipe,” designed for long wear with claims that it “won’t crease, fade, or transfer” and “dries down to a powder finish with zero fallout.” These water-based formulations offer a refreshing, wet feel upon application, yet surprisingly, so little product is needed to achieve full coverage on the lid that it doesn’t feel overly watery or thin. When gently patted onto the lid with a brush, the product delivers effective coverage without any hassle.

For best results, apply less product than you think you’ll need. While fingertips can be utilized for application, I found that using flat, synthetic brushes provided greater control. My experience showed that fingertips tend to apply more product than necessary. Over-applying can lead to a wet feeling that prolongs drying time, potentially causing the formula to settle into creases or fine lines on the lid. However, if the right amount is used (with some wiggle room), the product dries down quickly and sets to a transfer-resistant and crease-resistant finish. Blending becomes trickier once the product is dry, as excessive blending can disturb the eyeshadow and cause slight flaking.

Despite their appearance, these eyeshadows are easier to work with than one might assume. Overall, I found them to be quite impressive, although a few shades didn’t perform as well as expected. They deliver a stunning high-shine finish, although I believe that some metallic powder and cream eyeshadows can achieve a similar effect, raising questions about whether this formula is indeed superior to others that are simpler to use. The pot packaging may not be the most practical choice, as the product tends to dry out quickly; I strongly recommend closing the container immediately after using it. Leaving it open during makeup application can result in noticeable drying.

Additionally, I found the packaging to be quite messy, with remnants of product collecting along the jar’s edge and rim. The process of moving the stopper from the opening to the lid and back can be somewhat cumbersome. I can’t help but wonder if a squeeze tube design would be more efficient, allowing for better control of product application while also minimizing the risk of the product drying out too rapidly.

WARNING: Users have reported that this formula tends to dry out within a few months; the timeframe varies from a couple of months to approximately six months. I generally do not retain most cream-based products after reviewing them, including these, but of those I still possess, I’ve noticed a definite change in consistency—becoming slightly drier—after six months, although this can differ. Some products lasted closer to a year, with one still being usable while another had dried out significantly.

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In-Depth Formula Overview

$9.00/0.23 oz. – $39.13 Per Ounce

The formula is designed to deliver “high impact” with just “one swipe,” featuring long-lasting wear that “won’t crease, fade or transfer” and dries to a powder finish with zero fallout. Being water-based, these eyeshadows feel refreshing and cool upon application. Surprisingly, they require minimal product for effective coverage, ensuring that the texture isn’t overly watery or thin when deftly patted onto the lid with a brush.

For optimal results, I recommend starting with less product than you anticipate needing. While your fingertips can be used for application, I found that using flat, synthetic brushes provided better control, as fingertips often apply more product than required. An over-application can lead to a wet sensation, extending the drying time, which can result in settling into creases and fine lines. If used in moderation (with room for slight adjustments), the formula dries quickly and sets to a transfer-resistant and crease-resistant finish. However, once dried, blending can be challenging, and vigorous blending may disturb the eyeshadow, causing slight flaking.

These eyeshadows may look tricky, but they are surprisingly easy to work with, and I found them to be quite effective overall, though a few shades fell short of expectations. They offer a stunning high-shine finish, yet I believe that some metallic powder and cream eyeshadows can achieve a similar effect, leading me to question whether this formula stands out among others that are simpler to use. The pot packaging may not be the best choice, as the product dries out very quickly; I highly recommend sealing the container immediately after use to prevent drying.

Moreover, I found the packaging to be somewhat messy, with remnants accumulating along the jar’s edges and rim. The process of maneuvering the stopper from the opening to the lid and back can be a bit cumbersome. A squeeze tube design might be a more effective alternative, allowing for better control over product application while also reducing the likelihood of drying out.

WARNING: Users have noted that this formula tends to dry out within a few months, with reports varying from a couple of months to up to six months. I typically do not keep most cream-based products after reviewing them, including these, but among those I still possess, I have observed a noticeable change in consistency—becoming drier—after six months, although this can differ from product to product. Some items lasted closer to the one-year mark, with one still being usable while another had dried out significantly.

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Ingredients List

Water, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Sorbeth-30 Tetraisostearate, Butylene Glycol, Dipropylene Glycol, Sorbitan Sesquiisostearate, Benzyl Alcohol, Silica, Acrylates/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Copolymer, Ppg-8 Ceteth-20, Chlorphenesin, Dehydroacetic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Tin Oxide, Phenoxyethanol, Iron Oxides (CI 77491), Mica (CI 77019), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891).

Disclaimer: Ingredient lists are provided as available from the brand (or retailer) at the time of publishing. Please always refer to the product packaging, if available, for the applicable ingredient list for the product you’re purchasing, or the brand or retailer’s website for the most current ingredient list.

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In-Depth Formula Overview

$9.00/0.23 oz. – $39.13 Per Ounce

The formula is designed to deliver “high impact” in a “single swipe,” with claims of long-lasting wear that “won’t crease, fade or transfer,” and dries down to a powder finish with zero fallout. These water-based eyeshadows feel refreshing and cool upon application, yet surprisingly, they require minimal product for effective coverage, ensuring that the texture remains neither watery nor thin when gently patted onto the lid with a brush.

For best application, I recommend starting with less product than you think you’ll need. While fingertips can be used, I found that flat, synthetic brushes provided superior control, as fingertips often apply more product than necessary. Over-application can lead to a wet sensation that prolongs drying time, potentially causing the formula to settle into creases or fine lines. However, when the appropriate amount is applied (with some flexibility), the product dries quickly, setting to a transfer-resistant and crease-resistant finish. Once dried, blending becomes more challenging; vigorous blending may disturb the eyeshadow, leading to slight flaking.

They are surprisingly easier to use than they appear, and overall, I found them to be quite effective, although a few shades were less impressive. Delivering a stunning high-shine finish, I feel that some metallic powder and cream eyeshadows can achieve a similar effect, leading me to question whether this formula is truly superior to others that are more user-friendly. The pot packaging may not be optimal, as the product dries out rapidly; I recommend sealing the container immediately after use to prevent drying.

Furthermore, I found the packaging to be a bit messy, with remnants of product accumulating along the edges and rim of the jar. The process of shifting the stopper from the opening to the lid and back can be cumbersome. I can’t help but believe that a squeeze tube design might be a more effective alternative, allowing for better control over product application and minimizing the risk of drying out.

WARNING: Users have noted that this formula tends to dry out within months; reports vary from a couple of months to a six-month window. I generally do not retain cream-based products after reviewing them, including these, but of those I still possess, I’ve noticed a clear change in consistency—slightly drier—after six months, although results can differ from product to product. Some shades lasted closer to the year mark, with one still being usable while another had dried out significantly.

Browse our complete collection of ColourPop Jelly Much Eyeshadow swatches for a wide range of options.