The flip side of Natasha Denona's Golden Palette | UPSIDE DOWN INSIDE OUT REVIEW
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- Natasha Denona Golden Palette: When is a monochromatic palette more than just a monochromatic palette? Why is this "boring" color story actually a genius move? Is this palette the best way to work with the current trends?
"Clean" is in, but is that kind of marketing backfiring? When is a preservative not a preservative? What does "clean" mean to Natasha Denona's brand, and what does it mean for us as consumers? Is the shelf life going to be a problem? How does one actually pronounce words like "Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate"?
This upside down, inside out review attempts to answer these questions - and more - to let you know if the Natasha Denona Golden Palette might be for you.
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Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
01:33 Color story: tragic fail or genius move?
01:54 Three looks… really? 🤔
02:12 PROOF that it all looks the same.
03:06 Golden Palette vs YSL 800 Over Dore
04:18 The GENIUS reason this palette may be perfect for you.
05:55 Are ND eyeshadows RUINED now?!? 😱
07:25 Suspicious ingredients? 🧐
08:57 Wait… but aren't those preservatives? 🤔
10:25 Is Natasha Denona LYING?
12:10 Relief NOT ruined! 🥳
12:32 Maybe the "clean" marketing is backfiring.
13:13 Decisions, decisions…
14:11 Gold vs Golden: is it worth having both?
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This is by far the most helpful and interesting"review" of a ND pallet I've seen! Thanks for taking this approach!
I'm so glad you feel that way! Thanks for taking a moment to let me know, Emma. 💛
Natasha Denona is simply a gorgeous formula period😂😂 she could put 50 shades of brown and i would order it
I understand what you mean. This palette is pretty close to 50 shades of brown, and I do think it's quite pretty.
Make this a series!!!!
I think that'll be fun! 💛
Wow thank you for this deep dive, your research on the ingredients was really fascinating!
I'm so glad you enjoyed it! 💛
Part of me hopes that a cosmetic chemist might happen upon this video and share their knowledge - it would be interesting to hear from someone who works in the industry. Between companies selling us stuff, fear mongering from certain interest groups, and the legal mumbo jumbo of regulations, it can be hard to really figure out what's going on. I have a feeling the truth is somewhere in the middle. Trying to find that middle is the hard part. 😉
I found your deep dive on the ingredients truly fascinating and so appreciate you making this video!
Thanks so much for watching Ivy. I'm glad you liked it!
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Never too many Stephanie Updates !
That's so kind of you to say! Thank you! 💛
Thank you for the deep dive! I am not into “clean” beauty either. Oddly enough I don’t have these warm tones in my collection so think it could be a good addition.
This palette is definitely a lovely option if you're looking for golden tones.
I'm over the whole clean beauty thing, and wish so many brands hadn't jumped on the bandwagon.
Agreed. The fact that they focus so much on what is ultimately a meaningless term with no standard definition doesn't help consumers at all. I'd rather have brands focus on performance and sustainability.
The Golden is for me! I’m a light olive tone and Golden will be the best INAN for me available. (I like the actual INAN, but it’s too pink and cool to be actually nude to me) I already have the OG Gold, but the updated shimmers do speak to me! I cannot lie!
I had not heard about ND going “clean”. I’m not a fan of that, in fact, I hate it. PRESERVATIVE FREE?? No thank you. Ugh this is terrible news. My OG Gold is OLD at this point. But…it still works as it did when it was brand new.
It’s funny, the brand hasn’t made a big deal of this “going preservative free” at all.
I hope you’re right and the ingredients you mentioned ARE preservatives. That would make me feel much better. I hope this “24 month” shelf life is the same “24 months” that I’ve gotten on all her palettes (which has been years and years)
If you have time, I’d still love to see your original video!! ⭐️
The updated shimmers are noticeably different, so I can understand the temptation. Although I do feel that some of the updated shades are a little lackluster compared to the original. Enough people seem interested in an in-depth review that I will complete mine and show the comparisons in detail.
It surprised me too! The first time I heard that Natasha Denona was going "clean" was when people started responding to my last ND video. But I looked at my old packaging vs the new and lo and behold: "preservative free" is new. I wouldn't put too much stock into the "going clean" changes. I have a feeling they have more to do with market niche than anything that would actually affect us as consumers (at least at the moment).
I'm also hoping that the longevity of the palette will remain as good as the older palettes. Based on what I looked into, I'm not worried. But I guess time will be the judge of all things. ;-)
It's always lovely to hear from you, Lisa! Thanks for taking a moment to share your thoughts! 💛
to me this is very much similar to the Xenon palette, just on a different end of the spectrum. i'm a cool tone person - like, i can really only wear cool tones without looking alarming. i cannot get away with neutrals or things that are just slightly cool. i need a strong blue/violet bias to all cheek, eye, and lip products, and i also need white/grey to mute things everywhere but my lips. i enjoyed your take on this. the way i see it, people will buy it because they love the colours and the quality of the shadows. it doesn't matter if they're all similar. some people really, really love that. if anyone anywhere ever makes a palette of any size that's straight-up muted blue-based violets, violet-based blues, greys, and browns that are basically greys, and maybe a few mint-grey and icy blue mint shades, or even a monochromatic palette based on a single one of these, i'd be all over it. i don't think that's ever going to happen. the only reason i didn't seriously consider Xenon is because of [1] all the glittery stuff (i can't do glitter in any kind of way); and [2] most of the shades would be way too deep for my pale skin. but i loved her commitment to the nuance of the grey scale, and if it was a 1/2 to 3/4 light and 1/4 to 1/2 medium valued shades, with no glitter but some satins and non-glitter pearls, i'd've been all over it.
i really enjoy your content. something about your voice is very soothing and i love your sense of humour and your playfulness. that is why i'm watching a video about a palette i have zero interest in. :) technically i'm in it for the colour, and i love all colours (even ones i can't personally wear), and i love seeing people's takes on colour.
I think you're very right. Natasha Denona seems to enjoy exploring nuance. I appreciate it (especially in this palette, since it leans in my color direction), but I can see why many people think there's not enough variation. I think it would be lovely to see her come out with your ideal palette. I don't know that I would buy it, but I would certainly enjoy seeing it.
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful comment, Bri! It was lovely to hear from you and read a different perspective from the cooler side of the complexion world.
⭐️ love your videos!
Thank you! And I adore blueberry muffins! What a coincidence! 😂💛
What a thoughtful analysis! I loved the angle you took with this video and really what you brought attention to is the way that brands use marketing to deceive, intrigue, and cleverly sell a product. Essentially, as consumers we really need to look beyond marketing to understand what we’re buying into.
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a kind and thoughtful response, Austin!
It's so true - being a mindful consumer often requires making an effort to attempt to see the bigger picture.
Thank you for digging up the “dirt” on the new, “cleaner” eye shadow formula. Brilliant
Haha! I think you win cleverest comment on this one, Catherine. ;-)
@@TheStyleStumbler thank you for your fresh and innovative take on cosmetics and consumerism ❤️
This is very interesting! I had no idea ND is going "clean", but I also don't pay a lot of attention to them because their color stories have too many redundant shades for my taste (and I don't buy palettes anyway). On my high contrast complexion these differences are even less noticable than on you and I didn't notice you were wearing different shades on each eye😂
I enjoy listening to your detailed reviews, tho'. Even if I have no interest in the product itself.⭐
I can see that - so many of ND's palettes contain shades that barely look different in the pan, and look even less different on the eye. You make such a good point, Pia - people with high contrast coloring will definitely see even less of a difference than I do once these colors are applied!
I appreciate seeing you here! As always, it's lovely to hear from you. 💛
Thanks for making this point. I am also high contrast and I am looking for reasons not to buy this palette. Biba remains my best neutral palette but it’s getting on in years and isn’t performing as well as it used to. I don’t think it’s safe to use the cream to powder anymore. At least it is well loved.
💫 I'd love to see a full review, but this one was super interesting also!
Duly noted! I've officially put the full review on my to-do list. :-)
I ordered the Golden palette as I so enjoy the ND nude palette - and I thought this would be a warm companion to it. I would LOVE to see your review of the Golden palette!
I hope you enjoy it! It definition is a warmer companion to the INAN. And the shade Fizzy especially reminds me of a finish you'd find in the INAN.
It seems like a lot of people are interested in the in-depth review of this palette, so I plan on finishing that video as well.
Thanks so much for taking a moment to share your thoughts, Allison! It was lovely to hear from you.
Beautiful palette ❤❤🎉🎉Love from Greece 🇬🇷 my beautiful Stephanie ❤🎉( btw the price of the ysl quads in Greece is 71 € and ND is 79€) i also noticed that some of her matte colors lean more peachy which i love and as a gold lover and warm tones on my Greek face the more golds the better 😊😅) Im definitely getting this palette ❤❤
In light of your preferences, I think that's a good choice, Eleni! Also: the ND mattes are much more blendable than the ones in the new YSL quads, which take a bit more work. I hope you enjoy it! 💛💛💛
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@@hayleylongster4698 ΚΑΛΗΣΠΈΡΑ ♥︎ Ναι πολύ ζέστη 🔥 αλλά ευτυχώς ζω σε νησί στη Ρόδο, καιρός για θάλασσα 🌊 Πολύ αγάπη 😍 από Ελλάδα ♡♡♡♡♡♡
🌟 Please do a formula comparison between the original Gold shimmers and the new Golden ones! 🙏
Okie dokie! 💛
This is such a good review! I’m not even interested in this palette (I’m more on the Xenon side of the undertone spectrum), but this was so interesting to watch.
Also, regarding the preservative discussion, the preservatives you’ve pointed out seem to keep the product from going off/stale rather than providing anti bacterial preservation. I’m not a cosmetic chemist or anything, but that’s my interpretation and I would still expect these new ND products to go bad faster than I would like. As someone who likes to keep makeup for a long time, I like my makeup full of strong preservatives (like parabens).
That's a very good point. Another commenter with a science background mentioned that the preservative effects of many ingredients are strongly influenced by what they are combined with, the ratios, and how the solution is processed. So, for example, Ethylhexylglycerin boosts antimicrobial efficacy of certain ingredients - which would help against bacteria. But the question becomes: is the Ethylhexylglycerin combined with antimicrobial ingredients at the right ratio to have that benefit? And since we don't know what the ratio is based on the ingredients list, it becomes impossible for consumers to know.
So I'm going to continue using my best judgement. I clean my brushes and disinfect my makeup regularly, and pay attention to the health of my skin. If I happen to notice that a certain product that never gave me issues suddenly causes even mild irritation, then I figure it's time for it to go. And of course, if it stops performing, it's time, too. But that has only very rarely happened to my powders. Creams and liquids on the other hand... I've started dramatically limiting how much of those items I buy because they seem to noticeably expire faster (at least compared to powders).
Thanks for taking the time to write such a thoughtful comment! 💛
Those colours look beautiful on you, Stephanie! I am definitely a case of make-up quickly looking too much (anything cool), and these neutral to golden/tan hues are my go to for “no make-up” looks as they also blend with my skin tone :)
PS I have a couple of the 6m expiration Diors quints that are as good as ever 3 years later. Used one today!
Thanks for the info! But considering that Dior released the new formulation in 2023, I believe you may have the old formula, which I believe had a longer shelf life. But I have a feeling you and I might feel the same way about official expiration dates: that they're more of a suggestion than fact. I use powders until they no longer perform of irritate my skin - but those things rarely happen.
So I sincerely hope that even the new Dior quints last like other powders, despite their "official" short shelf life. And I am so glad you continue to enjoy yours! It was lovely to hear from you! 💛
Absolutely. I wonder if those expiration dates are the brand’s way of introducing some “programmed obsolescence” in their products- without having mouldy palettes within 6 months, which would be bad publicity. The Dior quads I have are the hyped formula before the 2023 reformulation and expiration date also 6 months. 😘😘😘
@Cicelyize That is very useful info - thank you for letting me know that the expiration dates were always that short for Dior! 🤯
I think you’re on to something. I bet there are many people out there who will replace a palette once the expiration date passes, not realizing that the powders are probably fine. Planned obsolescence as a phenomenon rubs me the wrong way, but that’s not even REAL!
I have a feeling this is a deep rabbit hole.
Love your content.
Thank you, Elizabeth! How kind of you to take a moment to let me know. 💛
Your channel is brand new to me. You MUST be a voice actress?? If not, you should be!!
You have an excellent ear! My day job is as a voice actor and singer.
BEST REVIEW EVER!!!!
Thanks for making my day, Maria! 💛
Great info. Thanks!
I'm glad you found it helpful. All those comments made me curious.
Thanks for the thoughtful video. I’m a new subscriber and I am loving your videos. Your voice is so calming.
Thank you for taking a moment to say hello! I'm glad you're enjoying these videos. 💛
I'm fine with the ingredients and cutting out preservatives on a personal level because after having a few painful dermatitis episodes on my face, I had allergy patch testing done. And yep, I am allergic to some of those sorts of ingredients. But I think the "clean" label is just marketing. I don't look for "clean" labels--I carefully scrutinize EVERY ingredient list, doesn't matter the brand, doesn't matter high end or low end, etc.
I wonder if they are planning on cutting those out of all ND products, though. I can't use the ND concealer, for example, due to it having propylene glycol and phenoxyethanol. So I wonder if this only applies to new products.
Highly recommend patch testing for anyone that has had multiple reactions to makeup or skincare!
Sensitive, reactive, or allergic skin is so tricky and become increasingly common. So I can understand why many people like that companies are starting to leave some of those reaction-triggering chemicals out of their formulas. But you're right: "clean" is tricky. My main issue with "clean" branding is that there's no standard definition - brands use it as marketing tool, but that term doesn't actually give consumers the information we need. And those of us with sensitivities are still left reading through lengthy lists of ingredients. And yes: patch testing can save a lot of pain and frustration!
I am not aware that Natasha Denona ever actually announced "going clean" (I just found out myself when so many people shared their concerns on my first "golden palette" video) so I'm not sure what the plan is for the line. It seems like several companies are making the change quietly. For example, I was recently watching a video by @Frenchforaday, where she discussed the fact that Chanel products that she has been repurchasing for years are suddenly starting to expire quickly. So she suspects Chanel is quietly "going clean".
So it looks like the responsibility ultimately rests with us to read through the ingredients and decide what best suits are needs.
Thanks for taking a moment to leave such a thoughtful comment! It was lovely to hear from you.
Really enjoyed the video. I had been avoiding ND due to the spoilage fears. This really helped quell those. I don't think I will get this palette, as I can dupe it, but ND is now back in my possible purchases. 💫💫💫
I'm glad I was able to help. This is a VERY dupe-able palette, so I think you're making a smart decision by skipping this one.
Thanks for taking a moment to share your thoughts! It was lovely to hear from you. 💛
Before you said anything I picked up a slight difference in the makeup on each eye, but I would have put it down to lighting or something. It wasn't till you did the closeup that the nuance really hit me.
As an observer of make up application in the world, my experience says that there is tons of good drama to be found in using a color story that compliments the wearer's natural complexion and can either create that no makeup look or a look that highlights the shape of the eye or the face and just brings a sense of vitality.
My general rule with ingredient lists is that if there is an extremely multi-syllabic word i can't pronounce, I assume it was probably create in a lab to be a preservative, but I am also not any sort of chemist. Your discussion of the ingredients makes me think of the various articles I've read over the ears about the general authenticity and efficacy of the use of organic/natural/clean/preservative-free etc. in product labeling because of bureaucratic standards around amount of a particular substance in a product. Also how the legalese language and the small print to the small print basically gives space for all sorts of claims to be put on packaging because none of the terms have strict regulations around their use.
In the end it's up to the end user to decide if a product fits with their lifestyle and philosophies that are important to them.
🌟⭐ I'm always happy to watch you play with colorful dirt.
You always have had a spectacular eye for detail, Zach. I'm not surprised that you saw the difference.
Finding items that match our taste and coloring really is key to feeling comfortable in our skin. I feel like some complexions can deal more easily with drama than others. I have a low-drama face (at least when it comes to color, but definitely not when it comes to my dancing eyebrows), so color stories like this feel very magnetic.
The practical realities of chemistry in consumer products is tough for us laypeople. All the long names that sound like gobbledygook certainly don't help. And trying to make sense out of what things actually are is so difficult! Between companies trying to sell and market stuff, special interest groups trying to fear monger, and the lack of standard definitions of things like "clean" or "preservatives", it feels like an impossible task. But after taking a look at some of these ingredients, I ended up feeling like I could make a more logical decision about the way this product will probably perform in the future. I think learning how to search for information and make balanced decisions is probably the only way to go.
It's always lovely to have you along for the ride Zach. Thanks for always playing in the dirt with me! 💛
@TheStyleStumbler I feel like I have a low drama face too. But more in the sense that my expression hardly ever shifts. 😂
I have an eye for detail, although sometimes my eyes have to convince my brain that their right.
One of my things when I talk about useful bureaucracy is the standardization of terms in advertising and manufacturing. There's too much nonsense language that just causes confusion, and it needs to be streamlined. When it comes to the natural/organic/clean issue, there should be one set of standards.
I'm very happy to follow you on this ride of playing with fancy dirt. 😁💛
Im 0% interested in this palette (too expensive, too monchromatic, doesnt suit my coloring, i never wear gold etc etc), but i love your level headed discussion. It does seem like a marketing ploy. Clean beauty mystifies me because if stuff doesnt have preservatives it's going to grow more bacteria. So you might be absorbing fewer...i dont even know what we're trying to avoid?--but your makeup is now more of petri dish than it was before. And like lip products? Youre putting that petri dish In. Your. Mouth. Okay rant over 😂 really enjoyed this video bye!
I agree with you: I don't want my products to become petri dishes. I can understand where people are coming from when they want "clean" things - I don't want to be putting dangerous chemicals on my face either. But I feel like there's a healthy balance. A few preservatives used at safe levels is a price I'm willing to pay. Especially because "clean" isn't a standardized term. It's far too vague to actually mean anything.
I'm so glad you enjoyed the video - even more so because you enjoyed it despite having no interest in the palette! Thanks for taking a moment to say hi!
I recently found out about your channel, and I absolutely love it! Your reviews are very informative and interesting from a different perspective, and that makes your reviews unique😊 Thank you so much for putting in so much time into it. BTW, you’re stunning 😍
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a kind comment! It's lovely to hear from you, Antonia. 💛
I think the palette looks amazing but I'm not sure it'll flatter my skin tone. If they come out with a mini I might try it, but for the price and the shades being all so similar (I didn't notice your eyes until you said something and I fancy myself a color connoisseur), it's not worth it. When you initially mentioned it having no preservatives it completely went off the table for me, so thanks for diving in deeper!
At this price point, it's definitely worth waiting to see if it will actually flatter your skin tone. I usually try to wait until I can see things in person whenever possible. But you are right: a lot of these shades are VERY similar.
Thanks so much for taking a moment to share your thoughts! It was lovely to hear from you. 💛
Some ingredients aren’t a “preservative” by themselves, but are when combined. For your example, “salt” can be used as a preservative, but chloride and sodium by themselves is not. So depending on how the ingredients are listed (combined or not combined) would impact the phrasing.
Excellent point!
I assume it would also depend on the ratios of said ingredients? And perhaps also how the solution is prepared (heated vs cold processing)? I have a feeling I barely scratched the surface (is my ignorance showing? 😂).
@@TheStyleStumbler I think you did a great job! There are just so many chemical reactions within the manufacturing process that the raw ingredient list becomes very jumbled when combined in certain ways. Here’s an interesting quandary: is that the actual raw ingredient list or the list post combined? Not to mention that if an ingredient is less than a certain amount it doesn’t have to even be listed (in some cases)……🤔
@beautyandthebeaker It's wonderful having more knowledgeable people like you in my comments section, helping me out. Thank you!
And that's another fact I never considered: raw vs post. It blows my mind how complicated things can be sometimes. So much goes on behind the scenes - in the factories, marketing meetings, regulatory decisions - it's a wonder any of us have any idea of what's actually going on!
@@TheStyleStumbler when looking at any ingredient list, think of it not as individual pieces, but as a combined whole entity. It’s a puzzle, and the pieces are listed, but how it came to be put together and how it got there makes all the difference!
@@TheStyleStumbler I also wonder about magnetic pans. Some of the ingredients do have a magnetic property, but I don’t think the pan magnet is strong enough to interfere. However, if you get a MRI or other such medical things, would you end up leaving with less makeup on? If I’m going into the lab knowing I’m working with a NMR or other very strong magnetic fields, I don’t wear any makeup or nail polish or anything that could be influenced by that. (Not that I stand next to it when it is on, I don’t, obviously). I just find this topic fascinating……
Hi beauty first of all your thumbnail is so cute! Another great video I am not a big palette girl but some ND that I tried are so amazing but this new one is not calling me I am safe haha! Enjoyed watching here😘
I'm glad to hear you're safe from this one. ;-) Thanks for taking a moment to say hello, Patricia! It's always lovely to hear from you. 💛
Great take on this palette. The video I did will be number 326th of this palette. It does have monochrome shades. Couldn't tell you used different shades. I did one eye with the new one and the other with the old Gold one. And gold shades are a dime a dozen. Wow, her ingredients list. Another great video!! XOXO
Haha! Yeah… it seems like EVERYONE's talking about it. Your video was great too - seeing the old one on one eye and the new one on the other was quite useful. Thanks so much for watching, Heba! It's lovely to hear from you.
Enjoyed your video a lot. You have such a ‘radio voice’.
I’m so glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for taking a moment to let me know, Anna. It was lovely to hear from you.
Wow, I didn't know she had added that "preservative free" label. Dang it. I have been able to resist this palette since I have the Gold, but I really enjoy several palettes from her. But honestly, I'm putting a pause on the brand myself because of her marketing tactics aka "leaks". It bothers me that every launch of hers "leaks" and then content creators would be threatened for sharing the news. Beauty news accounts share the news because people are excited, not to ruin a brand. That tactic just played out too many times for my liking.
The first time I heard about it was in response to my first ND video, so I was taken by surprise, too. And I agree: the whole "leak" thing is suspect. If she were a musician, I would understand her getting upset about leaked art. But talking up a leaked product shortly before its actual launch seems like it would actually help her business by increasing hype, not hurt it. As an outsider, perhaps I don't have all the info. Maybe there's good reason for the brand to "defend" their new releases. But it sure would be interesting to know what that reason is.
@@TheStyleStumbler I certainly believe artists have the right to protect their work. And also being an outsider, I cannot know the entire situation. So I'm not completely writing off the brand. But I am tossing a few dirty looks her way and seeing if the pattern continues.
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⭐ I value your opinion because you mainly dabble in high end so you know quality. I missed the gold palette and as a ginger with warm undertones this is for sure joining my collection.
Anyone who was sad at missing the Gold Palette does get several of the best shades from that one in this new Golden version. And since you enjoy Natasha Denona so much, I have a feeling you'll be very happy with it.
Great video! And you actually did great on your pronunciations! (not a chemist either but I work in genomics)
Thank you! I felt like my tongue (and brain) were tied in knots from that long one. 🤣
Great video! I did not notice a difference on your eyes. I did buy the palette, I’m such a sucker for pretty packaging and having something “luxurious”. I now have 7 of her midi sized palettes and…I can get about one look from each palette😂 i dont get it! Like with the retro palette…the two pink shimmers….they are basically the same! Time to go on a no buy for 3 years😂😂😂
Thanks, Meredith! I know exactly what you mean: several of her midi palettes result in slight variations of one look. But it's usually a gorgeous one. 😂 Which I guess just means: if we adore that ONE look, it's a good choice. But if we want variety, it might be better to skip these. 😂
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Thank you for the review. Must say, why buy a YSL quad for $68, when you can get the whole ND pallet for $69. I means apples to apples, 15 pans or 4? I’ll take 15. Also, one can create a very similar looks with two different pan choice. One can also create many different neutral looks too. A quad really doesn’t offer that. ❤
That’s very true - when the larger palette is at a lower price point, it seems logical to go big. But there are some people who are more minimalist or travel a lot and just want a few shades, so I thought it might be nice to show them a similar option.
You are right, there are many detailed reviews of this palette and I cannot watch them because they are annoying, lol. I need a neutral palette, so I bought Mac Unfiltered Nudes after watching your videos (on sale, for 36 euros, ha!) but it is a bit too cool toned for me. It is gorgeous, though. Now my goblins want this palette, so I am trying to talk myself out of it. :) Thank you for your work!
Those goblins sure are sweet talkers. You might be able to talk yourself out of it by creating a look with this:
Mac's "Hidden Album" is VERY similar to Golden's "Varis"
Mac's "Dial up the Gold" is a similar color to Golden's "Fizzy" (the textures are different though - Fizzy is more of a topper)
Mac's "Uniterrupted" is similar to Golden's "Teak"
And if you mix Mac's "Give me cyberspace" with "Sonic Chocolate" you get something very similar to Golden's "Log"
That will give you a feel for what the Golden Palette offers. If that's still too cool-toned, you might want to consider Urban Decay's "Naked Honey" palette instead - that palette has a slightly warmer take on gold.
Because so many people asked for a full-on review of this one, I'll include those comparisons in that video.
But no matter what you do: the Golden Palette is part of the permanent range, which means if you decide you want it, it's definitely worth waiting for a sale. ND's website usually runs a very good black friday sale.
@@TheStyleStumbler I just took my Mac palette to see. Those are nice, warm, golden and brown colours - I think they will have to wait for November sales though. Thank you so much!
Thank you for this very different review. Since I used the YSL formula, I'm a bit spoilt and don't like the ND as much as I like the YSL
There's definitely no need for both - if you prefer the YSL formula, it's wise to just stick with that one.
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Duly noted. Thanks for letting me know you liked it! 💛
As ALWAYS a thoughtfully different approach to things abuzz in the beauty community!! I got a lot out of this video even though I have no plans to buy the palette! And THAT is why your channel is so important!! 🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻
I'm so glad you enjoyed it, Kyra! Thanks for being such a pillar of support for me, both here and on your own channel. It's always lovely to hear from you and I enjoy your thoughtful responses. 💛
I have been underwhelmed by her new formulas. It started in the I need a nude, the shimmers at least 2/3 anyway, the shimmers are very light in pigment and is very thin glaze like, difficult to build and fades quickly. Just my opinion. I prefer her older formulas like what’s in the Glam palette.
I can understand that - they are definitely following the trend of less pigmentation, and that's certainly not for everyone. And I agree: they do have the potential to fade quickly. There was a bit of a learning curve for me with the I Need A Nude Palette - I couldn't always get them to stay on my oily hooded eyelids. Luckily I was able to find a solution to make them work for me. The older formulas are a bit easier to work with in that sense.
Wich foundation and bronzer do you have in this video? I really like it, very luminous and flawless!!! ❤
I am wearing my Estee Lauder Double Wear Foundation and two bronzers in this video: the Tom Ford Shade & Illuminate duo (cream) set with Benefit's Hoola bronzer. I'm so glad you like the look! 💛
What’s on your face giving your cheeks that delightful glow?!
I'm wearing Auric Glowlust in "Selenite" set with Becca (now Smashbox) "Moonstone" as my highlight here. (But to be honest, it was REALLY hot while I was recording this, so some of it might be me "naturally glistening". 😉 )
@@TheStyleStumbler haha you’re so hot girl!
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I couldn't help but think of the Diana Ross song if you know what I mean of the thumbnail 😊
That's going to be in my head the rest of the day now. Point for Carmine! 🤣
@@TheStyleStumbler I feel upside down this morning after 1 too many drinks last night with friends. I should know better but the company was excellent.
@@tostoday I'm so happy to hear that! Quality time with friends is the best.
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Hmmmm, ok then. I have Chanel's Tweed Cuivre and Byredo's Rememberance. I can dupe the Golden.
You lucky duck! I skipped Rememberance and regularly regret it. And I agree: it sounds like you are covered when it comes to these golden tones. Enjoy that Byredo palette for me! ;-)
Stephanie my dear, I would watch you reading the telephone book a d you would make it interesting and knowledgeable….
Thanks so kind of you to say, Kathleen! Thank you. 💛
😅I feel a lot of ND midi palettes are in reality just 5 pans w lots of filler you're paying for
You’re right - a lot of those midi palettes really do have VERY similar shades.
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Very interesting video! To be honest, the palette didn't interest me. It only inspired me to use the golden eyeshadows I already own😊 I don't get the whole clean movement, it's just a marketing thing. But I have a goal to have all my makeup being cruelty-free (both for humans and animals), but as a consumer it is close to impossible to source the origin of every single ingredient in a product. So I mainly stick to what companies are considered cruelty-free aswell as their parent company.
I think that's the best when a new release inspires us to simply use what we already have!
You're right: the "clean" movement really is all marketing. There is no standard definition of what "clean" actually is, so the term is pretty meaningless.
And that's so true. As a consumer it is nearly impossible to figure out how products are really made, how their ingredients are sourced, and if something is truly in line with the values we have.
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It's not on my list. There are too many similar colors. Maybe if she had palettes half that size with fewer similar shades, I'd go for it. I almost bought I Need a Nude, but a lot of the shimmers looked the same in there too. Still waiting for a palette to catch my eye this year. I only have one palette at the moment, so I definitely have the mental energy to take on another one. Nothing has called my name so far.
I can totally see that - she often "doubles" shades that everyday makeup wearers don't distinguish between. You're right about the I Need A Nude palette - some of the shimmers are remarkably similar.
Playing the long game is smart when it comes to palettes. There are so many choices out there, taking our time to wait for the perfect match is usually well worth the wait. What would your ideal palette look like?
@@TheStyleStumbler I'm super fair, and eye shadow looks stark on me very quickly....so I'm looking for subtle pigment I can build slowly. I'm a neutral girl, so matte shades of beige and brown, with peach and champagne shimmers. I have an added complication that my eyes are super sensitive, so I can't wear most shadows. They burn my eyes. Tarte is the brand that hurts the most and has the color stories I want. So far, bare Minerals and Chanel shadows work for me. I'm kind of waiting to see what they come out with this year. I had the Chanel Les Beiges Healthy Glow quint in Medium, and it was ideal. I hit pan so quickly that I'm not sure I want to repurchase. The price has gone from $68 to $72 in the last 6 months or so.
@@ALM401 Wow - a price jump for a palette that gets panned so quickly is frustrating! I can see why you would look for another alternative, especially at that price point.
Have you looked into any of the K-Beauty palettes? Some of them look like they have very mild pigmentation and gorgeous, soft color stories. I haven't tried any of them myself, but some of the images I've seen look tempting to me (as a lover of all things beige). I think I recently saw one called "napping cheese" that looked very pale peach. The name really stuck with me. 😂
@@TheStyleStumbler That name would stick with me too! I have thought about Kbeauty shadows, but I haven't made the leap yet.
@@ALM401 I haven't made the leap yet either. I usually prefer to see things in person before purchasing them, but I haven't found a brick and mortar store that would allow me to "preview" anything.
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I'm not interested in this palette. It's too one note for me. I prefer the contrasting colors of Yucca. Great video though!
I can understand that. It is VERY monochromatic. Yucca has a lot more visual interest. Thanks for sharing your thoughts, Jenna! It was lovely hearing from you. 💛
@@TheStyleStumbler Do you think there is enough variation in the I Need a Nude palette based on your experiences? I'm curious about that palette, but I tend to prefer color which is why I haven't bought it already.
@@jenna-lynroman4127 The I Need a Nude palette has more variation than the Golden Palette, but I wouldn't say that it has a LOT of variation. Both pinks ultimately look very similar on the eye (one's warmer, one's more nude, but I'm not sure anyone in my circle of friends would notice if I used a different one on each eye). There are two light contour shades that do the same. And each shimmer is also "doubled" in the same way, just offering variation in texture, but not really in color. I think there are really only 6 or 7 different "colors" in the INAN palette, despite its 15 pans.
I tend to prefer more neutral color stories and enjoy the nuances, so I enjoy it. But I'm not sure it would be the best choice if you're very into color.
@@TheStyleStumbler Thank you so much for your detailed response. Perhaps if I'm still thinking about the INAN color story I can look into getting a mini of it.
@jenna-lynroman4127 that‘s probably a good way to go. Are you able to dupe part of it with what you already have? If so, you might be able to see if it‘s a color story that you realistically reach for before trying the real thing.
😩 is this the right one? 🤔
It's hard to say. Luckily it's part of the permanent range, so there's time to think about itl
@@TheStyleStumblerI meant the headache emoji 😅
Regarding the palette, it's just a basic golden nude. I don't like the cream powder formula and anyways have enough eyeshadow for the rest of my life, so not for me. I don't like the "clean" marketing at all, but the wishy washy type Natasha uses rubbs me wrong.
I'm way more into innovative formulas right now than the same colour story over and over by different brands. Poured, baked, gelee 😍
Hahaha! The misunderstandings of text. 😂
It’s great that you know exactly what you want and can so easily say no to anything that doesn’t meet your criteria. 💛
@@TheStyleStumbler I just have to, or I would drown in makeup 😅
@@StrangeQuack I know THAT feeling well. ;-) You are wiser than I. But I am getting there.
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