Sephora Outrageous Prisma Chrome Metallic Eye Shadow

Some time back, Sephora released their Prisma Chrome Eye Shadows.  They have added to the Prisma Chrome family by offering the Outrageous Prisma Chrome Eyeshadows.  These are packaged in a round compact and the product is domed with a diamond pattern on the top (3.5 g/0.12 oz/$16).

There are 8 new shades in this offering and I ordered one of them.  I ordered Pearly Golden #1.  Interestingly, when I received my order, the compact I have reads Outrageous Metallic Beige so I was not certain that I received the shade I wanted though when I compared the product shade to the shade featured on the Sephora website, they appeared to be similar.  I did contact Customer Service and they confirmed I got the correct shade.

 The Sephora website describes the product as follows:

What it is:
A dramatic eye shadow that livens lids with a luminous chrome effect.

What it does:
Revel in luminosity with this eye shadow that provides a stunning, enlightened look. This formula combines all the best features of baked, powder, and cream textures to provide flawless blending and a highly polished finish. The pure, shimmering color adds high definition for an intense, vivid glow that perfectly captures light and admiration.

What it is formulated WITHOUT:
- Parabens



Here are swatches:

Blended out dry

Overall rating: Booyah! for the luminosity of this shadow when applied wet or over a primer.  Swatched dry there is good color payoff but there is very little staying power (Boo-Hiss!).  If you rub the product, it quickly fades and leaves behind a shimmery glitter.  The original Prisma Chrome shadows were $15 for the same amount of product.  The original collection offered more variety of shades and had more pigmentation and staying power.  I will, however, say that I like the effect of using the shade that I have as a highlighter.  It dusted on nicely along my shoulders and décolleté and left a luminous finish along my cheekbones.

Have you tried any of the Sephora Outrageous Prisma Chrome Metallic Shadows?  Which shades do you love?

Sephora + Pantone - Color of the Year - Tangerine Tango 2012 - Collector's Edition Set

When Sephora and Pantone collaborated on a collection, I simply could not decide what to order so I ended up ordering the Collector's Edition Set ($68).  Here's a close up of Sephora + Pantone's Color of the Year - Tangerine Tango 2012 - Collector's Edition Set.

Sephora says:

COLOR OF THE YEAR COLLECTOR'S EDITION SET ($118 Value) What it is: A six-piece set of exhilarating products for eyes, lips, and face in tangerine-inspired hues. What it does: Vivacious, radiant, and enticing—experience this luxurious collection of gorgeous formulas that are sure to brighten your look and your mood. This expansive set of six is ideal for creating a full face that beams with a spirited, enlightened glow. Flush the apples of your cheeks with the warm hue, give your smile a juicy shimmer, and your eyes an energetic pop of color with this set, all inspired by the exuberant Color of the Year—Tangerine Tango. Each product is housed in an ultra-sleek architectural design as a nod to the iconic Pantone chip, making this collection both a stylish and exotic addition to your makeup bag. This set contains: - 0.02 oz Color of the Year Eyeliner in Tangerine Tango Twist - 0.31 oz Color of the Year Eyeshadow Quad - 0.35 oz Color of the Year Prisma Chrome Blush - 0.38 oz Color of the Year Blush Duo - 0.1 oz Color of the Year Créme Lipstick - 0.17 oz Color of the Year Lip Gloss What else you need to know: United by a passion for color, Sephora and Pantone combine their expertise to become beauty's leading authority on color. Sharing an affection for how color can transform a face, mood, or even an attitude, this breakthrough beauty partnership will change how you wear, feel and think about color. You'll be introduced to playful shades that will inspire experimentation and exhilarating new products you'll impulsively want to sweep on. It will reawaken and reinvigorate your own passion for color—or ignite a newfound love. Join us in celebrating Color of the Year: Tangerine Tango! Here are close-ups of the products: Here are some swatches: From Top to Bottom: Blush Shades, Eyeliner, Eye Shadows, Prisma Blush, On the Right: Lipstick and Lipgloss Sheer application of Lipstick Sheer Application of Lipstick and Lipgloss Overall Rating:  Booyah! I love the value of this set without having to order each item individually. What are your thoughts on this choice of Color of the Year?  Did you get anything from the Collection?  Would love to hear what you got.

Sephora Collection Prisma Chrome Eyeshadow

One of the latest trends I have noticed of late that cosmetic companies are taking eyeshadow formulas to the heights of innovation.  From Estee Lauder's Pure Color Gelee Powder Eyeshadow to M.A.C. Mega Metal Shadows, I just love the direction that eyeshadows are going these days.  Enter Sephora's Prisma Chrome Eyeshadows.

This limited edition collection, formulated without parabens, of 10 shades launched last week and is available at Sephora.com as well as in stores.

From Top to Bottom- Left to Right: Moon Glow, Bronze Brilliance, Purple Prisma; Second Row: Emerald Facet, Shimmery Sand

Top Row - Left to Right: Sapphire Shine, Moon Beam, Black Diamond; Second Row - Burgundy Gem, Gold Reflection

Sephora says, 

What it is: A collection of luminous eye shadows that deliver prismatic shine, lush texture, and lavish color payoff.  What it does: The new wave in eye shadow, Prisma Chrome brings together the best features of baked, powder, and cream shadows. Its revolutionary effect captures light perfectly, delivering a prismatic effect with an unbelievably smooth and true color finish. What else you need to know: An innovative blend of ingredients ensures comfortable wear. Pure pigments deliver the truest color imaginable and a highly polished finish. Its unique mica technology provides intense luminosity and a velvety texture that glides over the skin. Each shadow retails for $15 and contains 3.5g of product in a mirrored compact . The 10 shades offered are:   Moon Beam 05 - an opalescent pink beige Shimmery Sand 10 - light golden sand Bronze Brilliance 15 - copper Gold Reflection 20 - bright yellow gold Emerald Facet 25 - golden teal Sapphire Shine 30 - royal blue Moon Glow 35 - silvery gray Purple Prisma 40 - lilac Burgundy Gem 45 - dark plum Black Diamond 50 - black

The eyeshadows come in an interesting swirled and raised pattern that I didn't want to ruin.  I had a tough time figuring out what area I wanted to touch so I can bring you these swatches. 

From Top to Bottom: Sapphire Shine, Moon Beam, Black Diamond, Gold Reflection, Burgundy Gem

From Top to Bottom: Moon Glow, Bronze Brilliance, Purple Prisma, Shimmery Sand, Emerald Facet

I swatched these dry.  Color was more intense applied wet as well as applied over a colored base (I applied a few over Maybelline's Color Tattoo Cream Shadows and the results were amazing).  Staying power over a primer was around 10+ hours.  There can be a bit of fallout so I recommend using a light hand and applying before your foundation.

Overall rating: Booyah!

What are your plans for this shadow?  Do you plan to pick these up?  I'd love to know.


Best,


Kimbo xoxo