Master Mattes
Makeup by Mario Master Mattes 12-Pan Eyeshadow PaletteMakeup by Mario Master Mattes 12-Pan Eyeshadow Palette ($48.00 for 0.36 oz.) is a new, permanent all-matte eyeshadow palette that featured a mix of more red- and yellow-toned variations on beige and brown. The “issue” with this palette was that the brand actually described coverage as medium and buildable, and I’d say that it was more often semi-opaque and buildable, though a few were more medium and a couple nearly opaque.
I felt like the formula was incredibly easy to work with as it blended out seamlessly and sat particularly well on bare skin–it looked more like a cream eyeshadow. The texture was just so silky-smooth, velvety but substantial enough (without being too firm or densely-packed into the pan) to deliver true-to-pan color.
Master Mattes #1
Master Mattes #1 is a light, rosy beige with subtle, warm undertones and a matte finish. The texture was soft, smooth, and velvety with a touch of powderiness that was present in the pan but wasn’t an issue during application. It had medium, buildable pigmentation (just as described!) that wore well for eight hours before fading a bit.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- Too Faced Snow Day (LE, $16.00) is darker, cooler (95% similar).
- Viseart Grande Pro (Vol. 1) #1 (LE, ) is darker (90% similar).
- Viseart Cool Mattes 2 #1 (PiP, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Marc Jacobs Beauty Rule (LE, ) is cooler (90% similar).
- Make Up For Ever M530 Eggshell (P, $17.00) is darker, cooler (85% similar).
- Make Up For Ever M500 Ivory (P, $17.00) is darker, warmer (80% similar).
- KKW Beauty Decade (LE, ) is darker, warmer (80% similar).
Formula Overview
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The formula is supposed to have "medium buildable and blendable coverage"with a "featherlight creamy feel." The formula is marked by a translucency to them that was, in fact, more medium to semi-opaque and buildable in coverage. They were soft, smooth, and velvety with glide but little powderiness, and they seemed to "melt" a bit when applied to bare skin.
I'd argue that they were a little more pigmented in one layer than true medium, but in practice, it seemed slightly more true-to-medium in coverage as the shades diffused evenly and spread to more medium coverage (even when initially seemingly semi-opaque). They lasted between seven and eight hours on me before fading visibly.
Browse all of our Makeup by Mario Matte Eyeshadow swatches.
Ingredients
Mica, Isostearyl Neopentanoate, Dimethicone, Butyl Acrylate/Hydroxypropyl Dimethicone Acrylate Copolymer, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Talc, Silica, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglcerin, Hydrogenated Styrene/Isoprene Copolymer, Tin Oxide, Pentaerythriyl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnate, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499), Ultramarines (Ci 77007), Carmine (Ci 75470), Ferric Ammonium Ferrocyanide (Ci 77510), Blue 1 Lake (Ci 42090) Yellow 5 Lake (Ci 19140), Aluminum Powder (Ci 77000).
Master Mattes #2
Master Mattes #2 is a muted, medium-dark yellow with strong, warm orange undertones and a matte finish. It had medium to semi-opaque, buildable color coverage paired with a soft, smooth texture that was more velvety and had noticeable slip but didn’t feel cream-like at all (true powder, just very finely-milled). It lasted nicely for eight hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- Viseart Croissant (Warm Mattes #2) (P, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- Anastasia Unity (LE, $12.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Wet 'n' Wild Hooked on Vinyl #1 (PiP, ) is darker (95% similar).
- Kat Von D Sylvia (LE, ) is darker (95% similar).
- Too Faced Spotlight (LE, $16.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Colour Pop Vitamin D (LE, $4.50) is cooler (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Tusk (228CM) (PiP, ) is lighter (90% similar).
- Colour Pop Solar Hour (LE, $4.50) is brighter (90% similar).
- Huda Beauty Bae (LE, ) is lighter (85% similar).
- Sydney Grace Allie (P, $5.00) is darker (85% similar).
Formula Overview
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The formula is supposed to have "medium buildable and blendable coverage"with a "featherlight creamy feel." The formula is marked by a translucency to them that was, in fact, more medium to semi-opaque and buildable in coverage. They were soft, smooth, and velvety with glide but little powderiness, and they seemed to "melt" a bit when applied to bare skin.
I'd argue that they were a little more pigmented in one layer than true medium, but in practice, it seemed slightly more true-to-medium in coverage as the shades diffused evenly and spread to more medium coverage (even when initially seemingly semi-opaque). They lasted between seven and eight hours on me before fading visibly.
Browse all of our Makeup by Mario Matte Eyeshadow swatches.
Ingredients
Talc, Zinc Stearate, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Silica, Alumina, Glycerin, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491, Ci 77492).
Master Mattes #3
Master Mattes #3 is a light-medium, yellowy peach with strong, warm undertones and a matte finish. It had medium pigmentation in a single layer, which could be built up to semi-opaque coverage. The texture was slightly powdery compared to most shades in the palette, though it applied evenly and wasn’t prone to fallout. It stayed on well for eight hours before showing signs of fading.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- Smashbox Cashew Outside (PiP, ) is lighter, cooler (95% similar).
- Tarte Mixed Media (LE, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- Huda Beauty Sand Haze #6 (PiP, ) is lighter, more muted (90% similar).
- NYX Lap Dance (P, $4.50) is lighter (90% similar).
- Make Up For Ever Pure (LE, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- MAC Real Fantasy (LE, $17.00) is cooler (90% similar).
- Hourglass Obscura #1 (PiP, ) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Laura Mercier Bone (PiP, $23.00) is cooler (90% similar).
- Too Faced Banana Date (LE, $16.00) is cooler (90% similar).
- Colour Pop Full Expose (PiP, $4.50) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
Formula Overview
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The formula is supposed to have "medium buildable and blendable coverage"with a "featherlight creamy feel." The formula is marked by a translucency to them that was, in fact, more medium to semi-opaque and buildable in coverage. They were soft, smooth, and velvety with glide but little powderiness, and they seemed to "melt" a bit when applied to bare skin.
I'd argue that they were a little more pigmented in one layer than true medium, but in practice, it seemed slightly more true-to-medium in coverage as the shades diffused evenly and spread to more medium coverage (even when initially seemingly semi-opaque). They lasted between seven and eight hours on me before fading visibly.
Browse all of our Makeup by Mario Matte Eyeshadow swatches.
Ingredients
Talc, Zinc Stearate, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Alumina, Glycerin, Silica. May Contain/Peut Contenir (+/-): Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491, Ci 77492), Ultramarines (Ci 77007), Carmine (Ci 75470).
Master Mattes #4
Master Mattes #4 is a darker, orange-peach with warm undertones and a matte finish. It had medium to semi-opaque, buildable color coverage that applied well to bare skin as the powder sat smoothly and almost looked like a cream eyeshadow for how seamless it was. The texture was soft, blendable, and velvety without being too firmly-pressed into the pan nor too dense. This shade wore well for eight hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- MAC Samoa Silk (P, $17.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- Urban Decay Sweet (PiP, $19.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Sephora Cream (PiP, ) is lighter (90% similar).
- Colour Pop Thriving (PiP, $4.50) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- LORAC Toffee (LE, $19.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- MAC Valley of the Goddess (LE, $17.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- MAC She's Gravy (LE, $17.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- MAC Copperfield (LE, $17.00) is lighter (85% similar).
- Anastasia Orange Soda (P, $12.00) is lighter (85% similar).
- Colour Pop Issues #2 (LE, $4.50) is lighter (85% similar).
Formula Overview
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The formula is supposed to have "medium buildable and blendable coverage"with a "featherlight creamy feel." The formula is marked by a translucency to them that was, in fact, more medium to semi-opaque and buildable in coverage. They were soft, smooth, and velvety with glide but little powderiness, and they seemed to "melt" a bit when applied to bare skin.
I'd argue that they were a little more pigmented in one layer than true medium, but in practice, it seemed slightly more true-to-medium in coverage as the shades diffused evenly and spread to more medium coverage (even when initially seemingly semi-opaque). They lasted between seven and eight hours on me before fading visibly.
Browse all of our Makeup by Mario Matte Eyeshadow swatches.
Ingredients
Talc, Zinc Stearate, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Alumina, Glycerin, Silica. May Contain/Peut Contenir (+/-): Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491, Ci 77492), Ultramarines (Ci 77007), Carmine (Ci 75470).
Master Mattes #5
Master Mattes #5 is a light, very golden brown with strong, warm yellow undertones and a matte finish. The color coverage was semi-opaque with a bit of translucency when initially applied, which was even and could be worn as-is but could be built up to full coverage if preferred. The texture felt soft and smooth with more of a velvety slip to it, though it wasn’t particularly creamy or dense. It lasted well for eight hours before fading noticeably.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- Natasha Denona Sand Stone (PiP, ) is darker (90% similar).
- Sephora Khaki (LE, ) is lighter (90% similar).
- Too Faced Chihuahua (LE, $16.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Make Up For Ever M660 Speculous (DC, $21.00) is darker (90% similar).
- MAC Mumu (LE, $17.00) is darker (90% similar).
- MAC Outre (PiP, $17.00) is darker (90% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Lorelei (LE, ) is darker (85% similar).
- Colour Pop Flutes (LE, $6.00) is darker (85% similar).
- Sydney Grace Toffee (P, $5.00) is lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- LORAC Burlap (LE, $19.00) is more muted (85% similar).
Formula Overview
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The formula is supposed to have "medium buildable and blendable coverage"with a "featherlight creamy feel." The formula is marked by a translucency to them that was, in fact, more medium to semi-opaque and buildable in coverage. They were soft, smooth, and velvety with glide but little powderiness, and they seemed to "melt" a bit when applied to bare skin.
I'd argue that they were a little more pigmented in one layer than true medium, but in practice, it seemed slightly more true-to-medium in coverage as the shades diffused evenly and spread to more medium coverage (even when initially seemingly semi-opaque). They lasted between seven and eight hours on me before fading visibly.
Browse all of our Makeup by Mario Matte Eyeshadow swatches.
Ingredients
Talc, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Zinc Stearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone Matte 5 Talc, Zinc Stearate, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Silica, Alumina, Glycerin, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499), Ultramarines (Ci 77007), Carmine (Ci 75470).
Master Mattes #6
Master Mattes #6 is a muted, medium yellowy brown with warmer undertones and a matte finish. It had semi-opaque color payoff that adhered well to bare skin with a smooth, even lay down of color that diffused easily along the edges. The consistency was smooth and velvety to the touch without being powdery or too firmly/densely-packed into the pan. It stayed on nicely for eight and a half hours before showing signs of fading.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- Pretty Vulgar Nest Egg (PiP, ) is warmer (95% similar).
- Viseart Grande Pro (Vol. 1) #4 (LE, ) is cooler (95% similar).
- Dior Nude Dress #5 (PiP, ) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- MAC Princess of Soul (LE, $17.00) is darker (90% similar).
- Dior Feel #3 (PiP, ) is cooler (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Zand (189CM) (PiP, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Faith (PiP, $19.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- NARS Bengali (P, $19.00) is cooler (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Titania (108CM) (PiP, ) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- Too Faced Sexpert (PiP, $16.00) is cooler (85% similar).
Formula Overview
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The formula is supposed to have "medium buildable and blendable coverage"with a "featherlight creamy feel." The formula is marked by a translucency to them that was, in fact, more medium to semi-opaque and buildable in coverage. They were soft, smooth, and velvety with glide but little powderiness, and they seemed to "melt" a bit when applied to bare skin.
I'd argue that they were a little more pigmented in one layer than true medium, but in practice, it seemed slightly more true-to-medium in coverage as the shades diffused evenly and spread to more medium coverage (even when initially seemingly semi-opaque). They lasted between seven and eight hours on me before fading visibly.
Browse all of our Makeup by Mario Matte Eyeshadow swatches.
Ingredients
Talc, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Zinc Stearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone Matte 5 Talc, Zinc Stearate, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Silica, Alumina, Glycerin, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499), Ultramarines (Ci 77007), Carmine (Ci 75470).
Master Mattes #7
Master Mattes #7 is a medium, orange-brown with moderate, warm undertones and a matte finish. It had semi-opaque pigmentation that was buildable to full coverage with a second layer. The eyeshadow had a soft, velvety, and smooth texture that was a smidgen dusty in the pan but wasn’t prone to fallout during application. It wore well for eight hours before fading noticeably.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- Colour Pop Loca (PiP, $4.50) is darker, cooler (95% similar).
- KKW Beauty Family (PiP, ) is darker, cooler (95% similar).
- Too Faced Peach Cobbler (PiP, $16.00) is darker, cooler (95% similar).
- Sephora Sepia (LE, ) is darker, cooler (95% similar).
- MAC Brown Script (P, $17.00) is darker, cooler (95% similar).
- Urban Decay Subscribe (LE, $19.00) is lighter, warmer (95% similar).
- Viseart Brioche (Spritz) (LE, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- Too Faced Coffee First (LE, $16.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Sephora Boots (PiP, ) is darker, cooler (95% similar).
- Wet 'n' Wild My Glamour Squad #8 (PiP, ) is darker, cooler (95% similar).
Formula Overview
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The formula is supposed to have "medium buildable and blendable coverage"with a "featherlight creamy feel." The formula is marked by a translucency to them that was, in fact, more medium to semi-opaque and buildable in coverage. They were soft, smooth, and velvety with glide but little powderiness, and they seemed to "melt" a bit when applied to bare skin.
I'd argue that they were a little more pigmented in one layer than true medium, but in practice, it seemed slightly more true-to-medium in coverage as the shades diffused evenly and spread to more medium coverage (even when initially seemingly semi-opaque). They lasted between seven and eight hours on me before fading visibly.
Browse all of our Makeup by Mario Matte Eyeshadow swatches.
Ingredients
Talc, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Zinc Stearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone Matte 5 Talc, Zinc Stearate, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Silica, Alumina, Glycerin, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499), Ultramarines (Ci 77007), Carmine (Ci 75470).
Master Mattes #8
Master Mattes #8 is a light-medium caramel brown with strong, warm undertones and a matte finish. The color payoff was nearly opaque, which made it a lot more than medium and buildable, though one could certainly use a lighter hand to get more gradual coverage if desired. The texture was smooth, velvety, and easy to work with as the powder seemed to “melt” on my skin and looked more like a cream eyeshadow than a powder one. It lasted well for eight and a half hours before fading a bit.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- Dose of Colors Sundown (PiP, ) is lighter, brighter, warmer (95% similar).
- Anastasia Ginger (LE, $12.00) is darker (90% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Date Eyes (Prime) (LE, ) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Dior Ombre Sculpting Powder (003) (PiP, ) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- KKW Beauty Calabasas (PiP, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Too Faced Feelin' Nutty (LE, $16.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- NABLA Cosmetics Ghibli (PiP, $8.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- Colour Pop Au Naturale (PiP, $4.50) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- NABLA Cosmetics Deja Vu (PiP, ) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- Viseart Warm Mattes #7 (PiP, ) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
Formula Overview
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The formula is supposed to have "medium buildable and blendable coverage"with a "featherlight creamy feel." The formula is marked by a translucency to them that was, in fact, more medium to semi-opaque and buildable in coverage. They were soft, smooth, and velvety with glide but little powderiness, and they seemed to "melt" a bit when applied to bare skin.
I'd argue that they were a little more pigmented in one layer than true medium, but in practice, it seemed slightly more true-to-medium in coverage as the shades diffused evenly and spread to more medium coverage (even when initially seemingly semi-opaque). They lasted between seven and eight hours on me before fading visibly.
Browse all of our Makeup by Mario Matte Eyeshadow swatches.
Ingredients
Talc, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Zinc Stearate, Zea Mays (Corn) Starch [Zea Mays Starch], Dimethicone, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Silica, Iron Oxides (Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499).
Master Mattes #9
Master Mattes #9 is a muted, coppery brown with subtle, warm undertones and a matte finish. The eyeshadow had nearly opaque color coverage in a single layer, which was more coverage than marketed, but it could be used with a slightly lighter hand for true, medium and buildable coverage if desired. The texture was smooth and more velvety without being too dense, so it picked up well with a dry brush and blended out easily. It stayed on nicely for eight and a half hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- Colour Pop Good Thing (LE, $4.50) is warmer (90% similar).
- Colour Pop Top Notch (P, $4.50) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Smashbox Throwback (PiP, ) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Dakota (247CM) (PiP, ) is brighter (90% similar).
- Dose of Colors Brassy (PiP, ) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury Happy Eyes (Enhance) (LE, ) is lighter (85% similar).
- Too Faced Spice, Spice Baby (LE, $16.00) is brighter, warmer (85% similar).
- NABLA Cosmetics New Past (PiP, $8.00) is cooler (85% similar).
- Colour Pop Macchiato (LE, $4.50) is darker (85% similar).
- Viseart Cider (5) (LE, ) is warmer (85% similar).
Formula Overview
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The formula is supposed to have "medium buildable and blendable coverage"with a "featherlight creamy feel." The formula is marked by a translucency to them that was, in fact, more medium to semi-opaque and buildable in coverage. They were soft, smooth, and velvety with glide but little powderiness, and they seemed to "melt" a bit when applied to bare skin.
I'd argue that they were a little more pigmented in one layer than true medium, but in practice, it seemed slightly more true-to-medium in coverage as the shades diffused evenly and spread to more medium coverage (even when initially seemingly semi-opaque). They lasted between seven and eight hours on me before fading visibly.
Browse all of our Makeup by Mario Matte Eyeshadow swatches.
Ingredients
Talc, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Zinc Stearate, Caprylic/Caprictriglyceride, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Dimethicone, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Silica, Iron Oxides (Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499).
Master Mattes #10
Master Mattes #10 is a medium, caramel brown with moderate, warm undertones and a matte finish. It had nearly opaque pigmentation in a single layer, which was easily built up to full coverage, but was more pigmentation than described by the brand. The consistency was soft, smooth, and velvety without being too firmly nor too softly pressed into the pan. There were signs of fading present after eight hours of wear.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- MAC Spice Dynasty (LE, $17.00) is cooler (95% similar).
- Milani Toast of the Town (PiP, $5.99) is lighter (95% similar).
- NARS Fresh Cut (LE, $19.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Dose of Colors Churro (LE, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury Bejewelled (Seduce Glow Enhance) (LE, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Coloured Raine Royal Prerogative (PiP, $6.99) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Pat McGrath Burning Desire (LE, $25.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Drip (PiP, $19.00) is warmer (90% similar).
- Viseart Latte (PiP, ) is more muted (90% similar).
- Too Faced Pastry (LE, $16.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
Formula Overview
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The formula is supposed to have "medium buildable and blendable coverage"with a "featherlight creamy feel." The formula is marked by a translucency to them that was, in fact, more medium to semi-opaque and buildable in coverage. They were soft, smooth, and velvety with glide but little powderiness, and they seemed to "melt" a bit when applied to bare skin.
I'd argue that they were a little more pigmented in one layer than true medium, but in practice, it seemed slightly more true-to-medium in coverage as the shades diffused evenly and spread to more medium coverage (even when initially seemingly semi-opaque). They lasted between seven and eight hours on me before fading visibly.
Browse all of our Makeup by Mario Matte Eyeshadow swatches.
Ingredients
Talc, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Zea Mays (Corn) Starch [Zea Mays Starch], Dimethicone, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Zinc Stearate, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Silica, Iron Oxides (Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499), Ultramarines (Ci 77007), Carmine (Ci 75470).
Master Mattes #11
Master Mattes #11 is a medium-dark brown with subtle, warm undertones and a matte finish. It had semi-opaque color coverage that applied evenly to bare skin and blended out beautifully. The texture was soft, smooth, and more velvety–it had glide rather than creaminess–that looked almost “melted” when applied to my skin. It wore well for eight and a half hours before fading noticeably.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- Tom Ford Beauty Mink Mirage #3 (PiP, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Anastasia Boie (LE, $12.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Milani Chocolate is Life (PiP, $5.99) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Sting (PiP, $19.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Earth (102CM) (2020) (PiP, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Smashbox Angles (PiP, ) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- Anastasia Chai (LE, $12.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- Viseart Mocha (Warm Mattes #11) (P, ) is lighter, warmer (80% similar).
- Chanel Les Indispensables #7 (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (80% similar).
- Sephora Espresso (LE, ) is lighter, warmer (80% similar).
Formula Overview
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The formula is supposed to have "medium buildable and blendable coverage"with a "featherlight creamy feel." The formula is marked by a translucency to them that was, in fact, more medium to semi-opaque and buildable in coverage. They were soft, smooth, and velvety with glide but little powderiness, and they seemed to "melt" a bit when applied to bare skin.
I'd argue that they were a little more pigmented in one layer than true medium, but in practice, it seemed slightly more true-to-medium in coverage as the shades diffused evenly and spread to more medium coverage (even when initially seemingly semi-opaque). They lasted between seven and eight hours on me before fading visibly.
Browse all of our Makeup by Mario Matte Eyeshadow swatches.
Ingredients
Talc, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Zinc Stearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone Matte 5 Talc, Zinc Stearate, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Silica, Alumina, Glycerin, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499), Ultramarines (Ci 77007), Carmine (Ci 75470).
Master Mattes #12
Master Mattes #12 is a medium-dark black with neutral undertones and a semi-matte finish. It had semi-opaque, buildable pigmentation with a smooth, velvety consistency that was slightly firmer compared to the other shades in the palette, though it wasn’t prone to fallout or excess kicked up in the pan. It was blendable and easy to work with. The color stayed on well for eight hours before fading visibly.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- Kat Von D Killing Moon (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury Fallen Angel #4 (LE, ) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury Smokey Eye Beauty (Smoke) (LE, ) is less shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- Chanel Rêve d'Orient #4 (LE, ) is more shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- Wet 'n' Wild Lights Out #3 (PiP, ) is darker (95% similar).
- Tarte Ink (LE, ) is more shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- MAC Sense of Doubt (LE, $17.00) is more shimmery, cooler (95% similar).
- L'Oreal Noir C'est Noir (P, $5.99) is cooler (95% similar).
- Pat McGrath Dark Matter (LE, $25.00) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Hourglass Black (PiP, ) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar).
Formula Overview
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The formula is supposed to have "medium buildable and blendable coverage"with a "featherlight creamy feel." The formula is marked by a translucency to them that was, in fact, more medium to semi-opaque and buildable in coverage. They were soft, smooth, and velvety with glide but little powderiness, and they seemed to "melt" a bit when applied to bare skin.
I'd argue that they were a little more pigmented in one layer than true medium, but in practice, it seemed slightly more true-to-medium in coverage as the shades diffused evenly and spread to more medium coverage (even when initially seemingly semi-opaque). They lasted between seven and eight hours on me before fading visibly.
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Ingredients
Talc, Zinc Stearate, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Dimethicone, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil [Simmondsia Chinensis Oil], Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Silica, Iron Oxides, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Silica, Zea Mays (Corn) Starch [Zea Mays Starch]. May Contain/Peut Contenir (+/-): Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499), Yellow 5 Lake (Ci 19140), Ultramarines (Ci 77007), Carmine (Ci 75470).
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