ColourPop Apricot Me Not Eyeshadow Palette Review & Swatches

Apricot Me Not

ColourPop Apricot Me Not 9-Pan Pressed Powder Palette ($14.00 for 0.32 oz.) is a new(er) nine-pan palette that included a mix of mattes and shimmers in the brand’s typical powder eyeshadow formula, so most shades were semi-opaque to opaque, blendable, and longer-wearing, though there was a bit of powderiness with some mattes and/or shimmers.

Ingredients

Jam On It

Jam On It is a light, yellowy gold with moderate, warm undertones and a metallic finish.

  • Mostly opaque pigmentation
  • Powdery, more loosely-pressed consistency
  • Prone to sheering out, some fallout; apply damp for best results
  • Long-wearing (8 hours on average)

FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

  • KVD Beauty Babs (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar).
  • ColourPop Air Blast (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
  • Kaja Sunshine Shimmer (LE, ) is darker (90% similar).
  • Becca Chardonnay (LE, ) is lighter (85% similar).
  • Dior Jungle #2 (PiP, ) is more shimmery, darker (85% similar).
  • ColourPop Idol Hour (PiP, $4.50) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
  • ColourPop 305 (LE, $4.50) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
  • ColourPop High Season (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
  • Tarte Top Yacht (P, $22.00) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (80% similar).

Formula Overview

$4.50/0.05 oz. – $90.00 Per Ounce

The new Pressed Powder Shadow formula is supposed to be “highly pigmented” with an “ultra-velvety and silky” texture that is “long-wearing” and “adheres easily to the eyes.” Most of the shades have semi-opaque to opaque pigmentation that applies well to bare skin, blends out without issue, and lasts for seven to eight hours.

The matte eyeshadows tend to be a little more powdery, though soft and finely-milled, in the pan, while the shimmers have a creamier, dense consistency. Occasionally, the more sparkly or metallic shades apply better with fingertips or a dampened brush.

Browse all of our ColourPop Pressed Powder Shadow swatches.

Sauced

Sauced is a darker, medium gold with warm, yellow undertones and a soft, lightly metallic finish.

  • Opaque pigmentation
  • Lightly emollient, slightly more loosely-pressed consistency
  • Blendable, picked up well with dry brush
  • Long-wearing (8 hours on average)

FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

  • Viseart Soleil (LE, ) is more shimmery, darker (95% similar).
  • MAC Goldmine (P, $17.00) is more shimmery, darker (95% similar).
  • By Beauty Bay Gold Digger (LE, ) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
  • Natasha Denona Aurum (PiP, $29.00) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
  • Natasha Denona Sundazed (128K) (PiP, ) is more shimmery (90% similar).
  • Tarte Hussy (LE, $14.00) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
  • Sydney Grace Golden Scepter (PiP, $6.00) is more shimmery, darker (85% similar).
  • Anastasia Sunny (LE, $12.00) is more shimmery, lighter (85% similar).
  • Tom Ford Beauty Arabesque #2 (PiP, ) is more shimmery, darker (85% similar).

Formula Overview

$4.50/0.05 oz. – $90.00 Per Ounce

The new Pressed Powder Shadow formula is supposed to be “highly pigmented” with an “ultra-velvety and silky” texture that is “long-wearing” and “adheres easily to the eyes.” Most of the shades have semi-opaque to opaque pigmentation that applies well to bare skin, blends out without issue, and lasts for seven to eight hours.

The matte eyeshadows tend to be a little more powdery, though soft and finely-milled, in the pan, while the shimmers have a creamier, dense consistency. Occasionally, the more sparkly or metallic shades apply better with fingertips or a dampened brush.

Browse all of our ColourPop Pressed Powder Shadow swatches.

Sauced

LELimited Edition. $4.50.

Tart to Tart

Tart to Tart is a bright, darker yellow with warm, orange undertones and a matte finish.

  • Mostly opaque, buildable pigmentation
  • Soft, smooth, lightly powdery
  • Blendable, little to no fallout
  • Long-wearing (8 hours on average)

FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

  • Urban Decay Spur (PiP, $19.00) is lighter, warmer (95% similar).
  • ColourPop Eco (LE, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar).
  • ColourPop Carefree (PiP, $4.50) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
  • Natasha Denona Rhizome (273CM) (LE, ) is darker (90% similar).
  • Natasha Denona Sahara (LE, ) is darker (90% similar).
  • ColourPop Little April Shower (LE, $4.50) is lighter (90% similar).
  • ColourPop Wild Sky (LE, $4.50) is lighter (90% similar).
  • KKW Beauty Florence (PiP, ) is darker (90% similar).
  • ColourPop Paper Tiger (P, $4.50) is darker (85% similar).
  • ColourPop Full Send (LE, $4.50) is darker, warmer (85% similar).

Formula Overview

$4.50/0.05 oz. – $90.00 Per Ounce

The new Pressed Powder Shadow formula is supposed to be “highly pigmented” with an “ultra-velvety and silky” texture that is “long-wearing” and “adheres easily to the eyes.” Most of the shades have semi-opaque to opaque pigmentation that applies well to bare skin, blends out without issue, and lasts for seven to eight hours.

The matte eyeshadows tend to be a little more powdery, though soft and finely-milled, in the pan, while the shimmers have a creamier, dense consistency. Occasionally, the more sparkly or metallic shades apply better with fingertips or a dampened brush.

Browse all of our ColourPop Pressed Powder Shadow swatches.

KOTL

KOTL is a light orange with moderate, warm undertones and a matte finish.

  • Mostly opaque, buildable pigmentation
  • Soft, smooth, lightly powdery
  • Blendable, little to no fallout
  • Long-wearing (8 hours on average)

FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

  • MAC Samoa Silk (P, $17.00) is warmer (95% similar).
  • ColourPop Nekkid (PiP, $4.50) is darker (95% similar).
  • ColourPop All Hallow’s Eve (LE, $4.50) is warmer (90% similar).
  • ColourPop Twilight Flash (LE, $4.50) is warmer (90% similar).
  • Viseart Creamsicle (LE, ) is darker (90% similar).
  • Lethal Cosmetics Cycle (P, $6.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
  • ColourPop Full Send (LE, $4.50) is warmer (90% similar).
  • Tarte Cashmere (PiP, ) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).

These are likely to be very similar shades based on our duping algorithm.

Formula Overview

$4.50/0.05 oz. – $90.00 Per Ounce

The new Pressed Powder Shadow formula is supposed to be “highly pigmented” with an “ultra-velvety and silky” texture that is “long-wearing” and “adheres easily to the eyes.” Most of the shades have semi-opaque to opaque pigmentation that applies well to bare skin, blends out without issue, and lasts for seven to eight hours.

The matte eyeshadows tend to be a little more powdery, though soft and finely-milled, in the pan, while the shimmers have a creamier, dense consistency. Occasionally, the more sparkly or metallic shades apply better with fingertips or a dampened brush.

Browse all of our ColourPop Pressed Powder Shadow swatches.

KOTL

LELimited Edition. $4.50.

Puree

Puree is a soft, light-medium orange with more of a frosted finish.

  • Opaque pigmentation
  • Drier consistency, slightly firmer/stiffer in the pan
  • Blendable, needed a heavier hand to initially pick up product, light fallout
  • Long-wearing (8 hours on average)

FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

  • Dior Mirage #1 (LE, ) is less shimmery (95% similar).
  • ColourPop To Be Young and Beautiful Again (LE, $6.00) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
  • ColourPop Mango Tango (LE, $4.50) is lighter (90% similar).
  • ColourPop Shiny Objects (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
  • ColourPop Palo Santo (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
  • Huda Beauty Caramel Brown #1 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
  • Pat McGrath Solar Flare (LE, $25.00) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
  • Tom Ford Beauty Sphinx (P, $45.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
  • Bad Habit Relic (PiP, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
  • ColourPop Morning Light (LE, $8.00) is cooler (85% similar).

Formula Overview

$4.50/0.05 oz. – $90.00 Per Ounce

The new Pressed Powder Shadow formula is supposed to be “highly pigmented” with an “ultra-velvety and silky” texture that is “long-wearing” and “adheres easily to the eyes.” Most of the shades have semi-opaque to opaque pigmentation that applies well to bare skin, blends out without issue, and lasts for seven to eight hours.

The matte eyeshadows tend to be a little more powdery, though soft and finely-milled, in the pan, while the shimmers have a creamier, dense consistency. Occasionally, the more sparkly or metallic shades apply better with fingertips or a dampened brush.

Browse all of our ColourPop Pressed Powder Shadow swatches.

Puree

LELimited Edition. $4.50.

Twisted

Twisted is a darker orange with moderate, warm undertones–leaned it slightly red–with flecks of gold micro-sparkle scattered throughout a more matte base.

  • Opaque pigmentation
  • Soft, smooth, lightly powdery with faint fallout from the micro-sparkle
  • Blendable, little to no fallout
  • Long-wearing (8 hours on average)

FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

  • ColourPop Crave U (PiP, $4.50) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
  • Too Faced In a Pinch (LE, $16.00) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
  • ColourPop Lucidity (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar).
  • ColourPop Okurr (PiP, $4.50) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar).
  • Melt Cosmetics Pan Dulce (PiP, ) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar).
  • ColourPop Lola (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar).
  • ColourPop Thic (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (80% similar).

These are likely to be very similar shades based on our duping algorithm.

Formula Overview

$4.50/0.05 oz. – $90.00 Per Ounce

The new Pressed Powder Shadow formula is supposed to be “highly pigmented” with an “ultra-velvety and silky” texture that is “long-wearing.” The way the Pressed Pigments differ is that they’re not intended for usage on the immediate eye area.

The majority of the shades are semi-opaque to opaque in coverage, blend out fairly well, and can sometimes be a bit drier/more powdery compared to typical matte shades. They often wear eight to nine hours on me before fading, but many shades in the Pressed Pigment family leave some staining behind.

Browse all of our ColourPop Pressed Powder Pigment swatches.

NOTICE: All products categorized under “Pigment” carry a warning in the US that the
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.

Twisted

LELimited Edition. $4.50.

Got It Bad

Got It Bad is a bright, peachy orange with strong, warm undertones and a matte finish.

  • Opaque pigmentation
  • Soft, smooth, lightly powdery
  • Blendable, little to no fallout
  • Long-wearing (8 hours on average)

FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

These are likely to be very similar shades based on our duping algorithm.

Formula Overview

$4.50/0.05 oz. – $90.00 Per Ounce

The new Pressed Powder Shadow formula is supposed to be “highly pigmented” with an “ultra-velvety and silky” texture that is “long-wearing” and “adheres easily to the eyes.” Most of the shades have semi-opaque to opaque pigmentation that applies well to bare skin, blends out without issue, and lasts for seven to eight hours.

The matte eyeshadows tend to be a little more powdery, though soft and finely-milled, in the pan, while the shimmers have a creamier, dense consistency. Occasionally, the more sparkly or metallic shades apply better with fingertips or a dampened brush.

Browse all of our ColourPop Pressed Powder Shadow swatches.

Apricot or Not

Apricot or Not is a bright, orange-y copper with strong, warm undertones and a sparkling, metallic finish.

  • Opaque pigmentation
  • Lightly emollient, smooth consistency
  • Blendable, picked up well with dry brush
  • Long-wearing (8 hours on average)

FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

  • Urban Decay Hold ‘Em (PiP, $19.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
  • NARS Bayadere #1 (PiP, $19.00) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
  • Pat McGrath Entice (LE, $25.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
  • Tarte Boss Lady (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
  • MAC Nano Nude #2 (LE, $21.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
  • Urban Decay Dumb Luck (P, $19.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
  • Natasha Denona Cannon (366M) (LE, $29.00) is less shimmery, darker (85% similar).
  • Pat McGrath Gold Rush (LE, $25.00) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
  • Linda Hallberg Cosmetics Ara (LE, ) is darker (85% similar).
  • Charlotte Tilbury Celestial Eyes (Pop) (LE, ) is more shimmery, darker (85% similar).

Formula Overview

$4.50/0.05 oz. – $90.00 Per Ounce

The new Pressed Powder Shadow formula is supposed to be “highly pigmented” with an “ultra-velvety and silky” texture that is “long-wearing” and “adheres easily to the eyes.” Most of the shades have semi-opaque to opaque pigmentation that applies well to bare skin, blends out without issue, and lasts for seven to eight hours.

The matte eyeshadows tend to be a little more powdery, though soft and finely-milled, in the pan, while the shimmers have a creamier, dense consistency. Occasionally, the more sparkly or metallic shades apply better with fingertips or a dampened brush.

Browse all of our ColourPop Pressed Powder Shadow swatches.

Bar None

Bar None is a medium-dark, richer reddish-brown with a matte finish.

  • Opaque pigmentation
  • Soft, smooth, lightly powdery
  • Blendable, little to no fallout
  • Long-wearing (8 hours on average)

FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

  • Too Faced Summer Yum (PiP, $16.00) is lighter, warmer (95% similar).
  • ColourPop Highball (PiP, $4.50) is lighter, cooler (95% similar).
  • Makeup Geek Sidekick (DC, $6.00) is lighter (95% similar).
  • Tom Ford Beauty Desert Fox #4 (PiP, ) is lighter (95% similar).
  • Anastasia D5 (Norvina Vol. 4) (LE, $12.00) is lighter (95% similar).
  • ColourPop Herd to Get (LE, $4.50) is darker (90% similar).
  • Huda Beauty Nude Light #9 (PiP, ) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
  • ColourPop Guiding Spirit (LE, $4.50) is darker (90% similar).
  • Urban Decay Cayenne (PiP, $19.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
  • ColourPop Hard (PiP, $4.50) is lighter (90% similar).

Formula Overview

$4.50/0.05 oz. – $90.00 Per Ounce

The new Pressed Powder Shadow formula is supposed to be “highly pigmented” with an “ultra-velvety and silky” texture that is “long-wearing” and “adheres easily to the eyes.” Most of the shades have semi-opaque to opaque pigmentation that applies well to bare skin, blends out without issue, and lasts for seven to eight hours.

The matte eyeshadows tend to be a little more powdery, though soft and finely-milled, in the pan, while the shimmers have a creamier, dense consistency. Occasionally, the more sparkly or metallic shades apply better with fingertips or a dampened brush.

Browse all of our ColourPop Pressed Powder Shadow swatches.