Hourglass Cosmetics

[Bronwyn]

I think I want the plum one or the infinity one. Wish they would sell them in sephora stores, and not just online. Oh well

 

[nt234]

Not sure if that's news, but they're listed on the Sephora site: Modernist Eyeshadow Palette - Hourglass | Sephora

I love Color Field! I think I can wait to get it since it's perm.

 

[sullenxriot182]

So glad these are permanent. I may have to splurge on one but not right now lol. I want to go play with them in the store first to make a decision otherwise I'll never be able to choose!

 

[katred]

I think I want the plum one or the infinity one. Wish they would sell them in sephora stores, and not just online. Oh well

I think they will be available in stores eventually, it's only the Sephora "early access" part that's online only. I'm pretty sure that other Hourglass products were launched online first and then rolled out into stores.

I thought it might be helpful to re-post @sarabeautime's review of Infinity, since it's now clear that it's part of the permanent assortment:

http://www.colormeloud.com/2014/11/hourglass-modernist-eye-shadow-palette.html

I'm a little unsure of that one, just because it does seem close to the Naked 3 colours, but I think I could be persuaded. I'm most interested in Exposure and Monochrome, followed by Atmosphere and Obscura. I want to look more closely at those last two, though, since I think I might have dupes for them. I'm sure hoping they show up in store!

 

[sullenxriot182]

Yeah I know that the blush palette was on the site for VIB Rouge's and then available a couple weeks later for everyone else. Then they should be in the stores after that

 

[Bronwyn]

I think they will be available in stores eventually, it's only the Sephora "early access" part that's online only. I'm pretty sure that other Hourglass products were launched online first and then rolled out into stores.

I thought it might be helpful to re-post @sarabeautime's review of Infinity, since it's now clear that it's part of the permanent assortment:

http://www.colormeloud.com/2014/11/hourglass-modernist-eye-shadow-palette.html

I'm a little unsure of that one, just because it does seem close to the Naked 3 colours, but I think I could be persuaded. I'm most interested in Exposure and Monochrome, followed by Atmosphere and Obscura. I want to look more closely at those last two, though, since I think I might have dupes for them. I'm sure hoping they show up in store!

Okay, that's good to know!

 

[NotteRequiem]

Thanks Naynadine! I had an "ouch" moment when I saw the price, but I guess it's the same as the Ambient Lighting powder palette... I do wish that the colours were divided.


Hourglass do generally stick to neutrals, but I'm also wondering how accurate the photos are. The descriptions sound sufficiently different. Also, the descriptions for Obscura don't match the image at all.

If you're referring to size, the eyeshadow palette's are actually smaller than the ambient lighting powder/blush compacts. The below video at 22:27 does talk about the pigmentation and size of these palettes. Looks like they're SUPER powdery and have a LOT of fallout. Not thrilled about that, to be certain.

 

[katred]

If you're referring to size, the eyeshadow palette's are actually smaller than the ambient lighting powder/blush compacts. The below video at 22:27 does talk about the pigmentation and size of these palettes. Looks like they're SUPER powdery and have a LOT of fallout. Not thrilled about that, to be certain.

Actually, I just meant that the prices of the shadow and Ambient palettes were the same- I wasn't even thinking of the size difference, which is a good point. They're the same price (at least in Canada), but the amount of product you get is quite different.

I'm nervous about the powdery-ness. About my only complaint about the Hourglass shadow duos was that they did kick up a fair amount of excess. That's a bit irritating in a regular pan, because it equates to product wasted, but with all the shades pressed together, excess product will turn the whole palette to mud in short order. Thanks for posting the video!

 

[NotteRequiem]

Actually, I just meant that the prices of the shadow and Ambient palettes were the same- I wasn't even thinking of the size difference, which is a good point. They're the same price (at least in Canada), but the amount of product you get is quite different.

I'm nervous about the powdery-ness. About my only complaint about the Hourglass shadow duos was that they did kick up a fair amount of excess. That's a bit irritating in a regular pan, because it equates to product wasted, but with all the shades pressed together, excess product will turn the whole palette to mud in short order. Thanks for posting the video!

Exactly. I hate kick-up in shadows when they're in pans, never mind when they're all together like that. I will totally be passing on them. Although, they look beautiful and from a collectors point of view I can see their appeal.

 

[elegant-one]

Exactly. I hate kick-up in shadows when they're in pans, never mind when they're all together like that. I will totally be passing on them. Although, they look beautiful and from a collectors point of view I can see their appeal.

Thanks for posting that! Bummer. I had high hopes for great quality & powdery patchy is not it. She is so great. So funny what she did with the kitty & pup

 

[smileyt06]

I wanted them all but in not even gone lie I have the infinity one and it sucks. It really is powdery and the pigmentation sucks. This is one palette I would not repurchase and if I could return the one I have I would the palettes just look gorg lol but product wise nahhh uhhhh

 

[DeeDee2013]

Wow, i had high hopes for the modernist palettes. The pictures on Sephora are breathtakingly beautiful....Maybe I'll buy one....

 

[boschicka]

Exactly. I hate kick-up in shadows when they're in pans, never mind when they're all together like that. I will totally be passing on them. Although, they look beautiful and from a collectors point of view I can see their appeal.
Thanks for posting that! Bummer. I had high hopes for great quality & powdery patchy is not it. She is so great. So funny what she did with the kitty & pup

I love seeing her farm and all her animals! She kills me with the talk about her dry eyelids in regards to eyeshadow application. I agree that oily vs dry eyelids make a difference in long-term wear, but don't most people apply shadow to freshly cleaned and prepped lids? Who's trying to apply shadow to an oil slick, lol?!?

 

[NotteRequiem]

I love seeing her farm and all her animals! She kills me with the talk about her dry eyelids in regards to eyeshadow application. I agree that oily vs dry eyelids make a difference in long-term wear, but don't most people apply shadow to freshly cleaned and prepped lids? Who's trying to apply shadow to an oil slick, lol?!?

I think some of the point of that is that during the day when the oil starts to resurface into the skin after cleansing it can cause issues with creasing. I've had pretty normal eyelids, but in the winter they're dryer and in the summer they have more oil.

I think it depends on the eye primer you use. In the winter I either use Mac prolongwear concealer or Too Faced Shadow Insurance. In the summer I tend to use the UD primer potion.

From the look of these shadows though, it looks like these palettes are a total miss for me. I appreciate Hourglass' foray into the eyeshadow world, but I would also be all right with more lighting powders and blushes (or, you know, make those two shades that came in the powder/blush palettes permanent seeing as those are my favorite ones anyway...).

 

[boschicka]

I love seeing her farm and all her animals! She kills me with the talk about her dry eyelids in regards to eyeshadow application. I agree that oily vs dry eyelids make a difference in long-term wear, but don't most people apply shadow to freshly cleaned and prepped lids? Who's trying to apply shadow to an oil slick, lol?!?

I think some of the point of that is that during the day when the oil starts to resurface into the skin after cleansing it can cause issues with creasing. I've had pretty normal eyelids, but in the winter they're dryer and in the summer they have more oil.

I think it depends on the eye primer you use. In the winter I either use Mac prolongwear concealer or Too Faced Shadow Insurance. In the summer I tend to use the UD primer potion.

From the look of these shadows though, it looks like these palettes are a total miss for me. I appreciate Hourglass' foray into the eyeshadow world, but I would also be all right with more lighting powders and blushes (or, you know, make those two shades that came in the powder/blush palettes permanent seeing as those are my favorite ones anyway...).

I was referring to her claiming her dry eyelids have an impact on the initial application of shadows. Most people's lids are oil-free and dry upon application, so I don't see the issue. Of course adding primers to the mix changes the equation as well. But she claims her dry eyelids give the shadows nothing to cling to upon application and can cause certain shadows to be patchy, etc. Not wearing/creasing issues, application issues.

It's sad the shadows are so powdery but I believe some reviewers have said they do go on the eyes nicely. But I agree, I'm not a fan of any products that kick up a lot of powder.

 

[katred]

I wanted them all but in not even gone lie I have the infinity one and it sucks. It really is powdery and the pigmentation sucks. This is one palette I would not repurchase and if I could return the one I have I would the palettes just look gorg lol but product wise nahhh uhhhh

Sad trombone...

I hate to say it, but no matter how well everyone dissuades me, I'm almost certain I'll pick one up because I just have to see for myself. And I'll probably hate myself for it, because you all warned me. I'm saying this to let everyone here know you have permission to say "I told you so" if/ when I come here whining.

 

[DILLIGAF]

Sad trombone...

I hate to say it, but no matter how well everyone dissuades me, I'm almost certain I'll pick one up because I just have to see for myself. And I'll probably hate myself for it, because you all warned me. I'm saying this to let everyone here know you have permission to say "I told you so" if/ when I come here whining.

I'm with you. I love my Exhibition duo so much that I'm willing to atleast swatch the Plum or Green palette.

 

[prplhrt21]

UGH!! I told myself I didn't need anymore eyeshadows, but I just got the email from Sephora and ordered the smokey and olive palette!!!

 

[delicatewhimsy]

Well, my husband isn't going to be happy with me but Obscura is mine! I have three more on my wishlist, but will wait to see if the quality is as disappointing as mentioned here.

 

[prplhrt21]

UGH!! I told myself I didn't need anymore eyeshadows, but I just got the email from Sephora and ordered the smokey and olive palette!!!

In my defense...I haven't purchased any makeup in 4 weeks!!