A Guide to Pat McGrath Eyeshadhow Formulas | What are the Blitz, VR, Astral all about?

[@patmcgrath5600]

MAAAAJOR! xxxx

[@mariam.a.]

Love you!!! 🥰💕

[@ct7531]

@@mariam.a. hmm 🤔thinking Pats’ team will be working on a shade in honor of Nerd Mariam👩🏻‍🔬

[@mariam.a.]

@@ct7531 oh I already know what I want they just need to ask me LOL. I want a cornflower blue with copper glitter in the VR formula 🤣

[@melina_m_makeup]

What a great video and thorough explanation of PMs formulas!!! Perfectly explained!! I too don't know what to think of Mothership X and the more videos I watch, I'm just not inspired since it's a more nuetral, safe color story. I'm still getting it because I know in person it's prob much more beautiful and Im a completionist, i must have them all🤣... but I'm just a little disappointed. More pinks and golds. I would really love to see a peacock colorstory with blues, turquoise, purples and greens with a navy or deep cool toned purple matte! One can only dream....

[@mariam.a.]

Honestly I am very curious how I will feel about it too. Already not thrilled with the lack of baked shades…

[@DrTaid]

This was fantastic! Really appreciate this breakdown. I have all these palettes and still felt like a learned a lot. Have fun on your holiday!

[@mariam.a.]

I am so glad to hear it!! Thank you!

[@GraziaPrimavera]

This is the best explanation of the Mothership shadow formulas that i have come across, very clear and to the point. I always heard people talk about her special shades but never really understood what the difference was between them. Thank you, looking forward to your Mothership X review.

[@mariam.a.]

It makes me super happy to hear, thank you! I am back home tomorrow so I will test it out on Saturday. Cannot wait!!!

[@GraziaPrimavera]

I am thoroughly enjoying your channel and what a gem it is and will be catching up on your other splendid reviews and drawing on your ideas for some inspiration on how to use my Motherships. 🌸🌟

[@mariam.a.]

@@GraziaPrimavera Yay! 🥰💕

[@RoseOfMadina]

6 minutes in but already thoroughly impressed with the way you explain things - great job!

[@mariam.a.]

Haha thanks!

[@teresak9543]

Fantastic video. Really appreciate the education and you showing the evolution of the formula from earlier palettes to current ones. We use so many products without knowing really what they are and how best to use them. As an example, skincare- what to use, what it does, when to use it, how to layer it, what to expect from it, etc. Also makeup brushes- why do we need so many, which one to use for which part of the face, best one for lay down vs blend, etc. I enjoy educating myself on the why’s and how-to’s so this video is perfect for me. Be safe and enjoy your holiday!!

[@mariam.a.]

You’re welcome! I think this was much needed especially because her formulas can be so confusing to people. Totally agreed that knowing how to use a product is really important.

[@igapawlak5233]

A video I didn't know I need. Thank you Mariam, even though PMG is not new to me, I still learnt something and enjoyed it. Have a great time off! x

[@mariam.a.]

Ha that is awesome! I thought my fellow nerd would find this a bit boring. Thank you!!! I can’t wait wait to dip my toes in the Black 🌊🥰!

[@Natalia.B.Gallazzi]

Welcome to the Pat McGrath University! Great thorough review and best teacher on KZbin! Enjoy your vacation!😘

[@mariam.a.]

Haha I need my honorary PhD degree in PML sciences.

[@ConstanzeC]

The best description of the Motherships. And I really watched a lot of videos about them! Finally someone who knows what she's talking about. Thank you so much! The only thing: I would have loved to learn also more about the formula of the fourth special shade in the Mothership I "Pale Gold 002".

[@mariam.a.]

Thank you and yes, when it comes to Pat, I know my stuff. Hmm, probably because even though it is not called VR, I would categorize it as a VR shade.

[@ConstanzeC]

@@mariam.a. Oh! Thank you so much for your answer! Very good to know! 🙂And: for the icing, do you also know what VR stands for? Or is that sth. Pat just wants us to wonder about for all time? ;-)

[@mayraholzer4542]

The "level of nerd" - I love it :) I needed this video, thanks!!! Have a fantastic holiday.

[@mariam.a.]

You know we keep the Pat nerd level high on this channel! 🤣 I can’t wait to take a dive in the sea!!!

[@ct7531]

I agree 100 %! I have heard her mention that there are 7 formulas in Mothership X, but I’m not sure what they are. She does list the “VR, “Astral”, and “Blitz” formulas and I can deduce that there are matte and satin, but what are the other two formulas? I have watched a bunch of videos because my palette doesn’t arrive until Tuesday, and it seems like everyone loves this palette. I’m sure I will too, but as a huge fan of sheer topper Astrals I think I may be missing that old baked formula. Thanks for the great video!

[@mariam.a.]

I would love to know what the 7 formulas are too!!! It looks so fabulously cool toned, but I miss the baked shades too.

[@MorenaFx]

I don’t have the new palette but I suspect the two other finishes might be metallic smooth shimmer like most shades in decadence palette, and the last one might be the glittery chunky shimmer like the 7th shade in mothership V and the bottom purple in mothership II

[@ZgtGirl]

I honestly think she is trying to save money on quality while increasing prices due to pandemic and now inflation in the world. Every new mothership starting from mothership 8 contains less special or baked formulas while the price is even higer! Those special shades in my opinion are what makes this palette so expensive and worth of that price range. I am afraid she will continue this trand in the future

[@mariam.a.]

The palette is only 3$ more expensive in reality. Don’t forget she gave us 3 baked shades in the Bridgerton palettes so those are not gone. Not sure why she chose non-baked here. I hope it’s not a permanent change.

[@ZgtGirl]

@@mariam.a. I understand that but i was thinking about motherships specifically. They are most expensive therefore they should be most special in formulas. I understand is only 3 dollars in USA but here where i live motherships are now 160 euros and in this last mothership10 there is only one baked shade and i am not a fan of this extra glittery special shades. I have to be objective and think about the number of shade formulas i am going to use while paying this new price. 😊

[@qncc46n2x]

AWESOME and really complete descriptions. I LOVE this video. @patmcgrath Please add our beauty to your PR list so she can keep giving us THE best Mashups and tutorials on KZbin

[@mariam.a.]

You’re most welcome! Haha if I would ever agree to indiscriminate PR it would be from Pat. 🥰

[@qncc46n2x]

@@mariam.a. I realized afterwards that I didn't tag PML at all.....since that is their IG name (facepalm) Are you on IG? I'd love to sing your praises there and tag Mother Pat in a forum that might actually get you noticed. YOU DESERVE IT! Your Mashups especially are really wonderful.

[@mariam.a.]

@@qncc46n2x oh don't worry at all! It is very sweet of you. I do have an IG account yes: instagram.com/mariam_a____/ I am very happy to hear it, they are probably my favourite videos to film.

[@QueenZ444]

This was so helpful. Thank you❤️💋

[@mariam.a.]

You are most welcome!

[@xoxjelloxox]

Yay!! You made the video!!

[@mariam.a.]

Sure did! Honestly I had wanted to for a really long time!

[@verenaweisz1713]

Excellent video!!!

[@mariam.a.]

Glad to hear it!

[@lubazak636]

Thanks for nerding out on PMG eyeshadow formulas. Very helpful. I have the first 10 mothership. Not getting the XI. I am boycotting further mothership pallets unless she goes back to the artistry of Baked Shadows and a new color story. Pat’s corporate investors are ruining and cheapening her brand. 😡🤬

[@mariam.a.]

Thanks so glad to hear you enjoyed the nerd out! Aaahhh I feel you!!

[@meriemal]

Thank you so much for this video. I finally understand the different formulas on my palettes ! It's gonna be easier for me now to use them after this video. Thank you again

[@mariam.a.]

It was 100% my pleasure!

[@raychell1]

Hello! I highly recommend you to try constance carroll's turbo magic pigment eyeshadows, theyre a polish brand. You will be surprised I can honestly compare them to pmg in terms of softness, opacity and high shine

[@raquelantunes]

I have to agree with you, the turbo magic are fantastic and for just 4€ (before the fame they were 3€)

[@asunmen9108]

Fantastic video, the best explanation on PMG formulas,!! Impressed by this analysis. Great!

[@mariam.a.]

So happy to hear it! 💕

[@ElenaSpanou]

Amazing, informative content and very expressive hands! ❤️

[@mariam.a.]

Haha I noticed when I was editing there was a lot of gesticulation 🤣. Thank you!

[@n.h.5654]

Great video! I'm looking forward to hearing what you have to say about Mothership X, especially re: the textures. Also, have fun on holiday!🥳

[@mariam.a.]

Thank you! I can’t wait to try it but first…beach time 🥰.

[@raquel8780]

Thank you for your video! I was thinking to try her earlier releases as color stories are so interesting in the earlier ones imo, but I will look to her future stuff. Difficult mattes are rough (don't want to do heavy duty blending or babying for the price).. I really like divine rose II's quality and color story, especially the 2 mattes (so pigmented and blendable), though glitter fallout is real. Hope she either reformulates her older releases or gradually moves away from rosy/pink-ish color stories. Also don't enjoy Pat Mcgrath's artistry wand, not very tacky imo, better off using nyx glitter glue or fyrinnae epoxy (products mentioned in vid, not nec recommended). If you are interested more in the specific multichrome/shimmer/topper included in her palette rather than the color story, I recommend indie brands like clionadh, terra moons, shine by sd, sydney grace, and touch of glam (caveat: can have longer shipping time, longest being touch of glam --> 3 months). Indie brands sell to a different audience and in my experience, have superior formula and are shinier and shiftier than any mainstream brand I've tried (Natasha Denona, Danessa Myricks, Pat Mcgrath are ones I've tried), though cost per shadow is pretty comparable to high end.

[@mariam.a.]

It’s not like they are really hard to work with but a lot of them are also deeper tones, so if you’re lighter in tone, they are very intense. However, they are still very buildable. Oh surprised to hear about the artistry wand…I actually didn’t find it to be that different to Epoxy. I tested them side by side in my Huetopian Dream review. I will forever be an Epoxy girl. Sad I had to give it up. Ohh that’s very sweet of you but I have dabbled a lot into indies. They can make some beautiful shades. Personally I find Clionadh to be a bit overhyped considering the costs and wait time. And again, to me, nothing compares to the baked shades from Pat and I love that these formulas brought something new to the table.

[@Annielee825]

I just started getting into Pat Mcgrath & own 2 Motherships now. While I love playing around with them just based on how I feel on that day, I LOVE your video & the explanations behind the individual shades. This will put my eyeshadow game on a whole different level 💕

[@mariam.a.]

That’s wonderful to hear! Have fun playing Pat McGrath Labs at level 2 hehe

[@sweetchik108]

Thanks! Very informative 😊🎨

[@mariam.a.]

🥰💕.

[@TheArtistMalene]

Thanks for yet another lovely video, regarding the different types, and some being hardpressed, the choice of brushes means a lot for the experience we get with the shadows also; I know you already know that 😘 - have an awesome holiday 🥳

[@mariam.a.]

Absolutely true!!

[@theoracleofmakeup8061]

Totally agree. Wayne goss brushes are too soft for pats shadows. I find pats perform much better with synthetic brushes or semi synthetic. Took me 5 large mothership palettes to finally figure that out. I’d get so frustrated with her mattes. Turns out my luxury brushes were just TOO SOFT. Hakuhodo, Wayne goss, rephr. All a no go with Pat McGrath mattes. Zoeva brushes are semi synthetic and work well. As do makeup geek synthetic brushes and real techniques brushes. X

[@mariam.a.]

@@theoracleofmakeup8061 I have some old Zoeva goat hair brushes that work really well with PML mattes.

[@piercingtheveil40]

I realize this video is old but I’m considering buying another of her palettes and this was so incredibly helpful not to mention the most intelligent review I’ve seen. Thank you

[@mariam.a.]

I’m very glad to hear that this video is still helpful!!

[@laurievermut-ratnoff9274]

Thanks for the in-depth overview it was really informative. You are going to LOVE the mothership X…. The duo chrome special shade is mind blowing 😁have an awesome holiday!!!!!

[@mariam.a.]

I can’t wait to try it mostly to try the texture.

[@dhoakohime]

Best video ever about pat's formula. I am a noob with these snd i wanted to ask something. Can we use the baked eyeshadows with a wet with water brush or it will ruin the shade? Thanks so much!!

[@mariam.a.]

Glad it was helpful. I think so yes but I would pick up the powder, spray with water and try to avoid adding too much water to the actual pan.

[@MissReneeMichelle]

I had to listen again because you dropped an FBomb in such a "professional" video. 🤣

[@mariam.a.]

I used to drop the f bomb a lot more but I have a 5y old now so I am trying to throw less of those around since he is a copy pasting machine 🤣.

[@corinthhunter2416]

Dang, you're so good at this Mariam!

[@mariam.a.]

haha thanks! I appreciate you saying that.

[@ByHerHand]

Thankyou so much for doing this Mariam. I have 4 PML palettes, and I learned a bunch of new things today! 😘

[@mariam.a.]

I am very happy to hear that! ☺💖

[@misswhite2rose]

Wow, no one taught me Pat McGrath eyeshadows as you did. Thanks ❤

[@mariam.a.]

You are most welcome!

[@Appuntidimakeup]

Mariam thanks I really think that this is the most useful video I've ever seen about Pat Mcgrath's palettes! I learned so much!

[@mariam.a.]

That’s so wonderful to hear! Thank you!!

[@666blackcarbon9]

Love this video!! My dream pallet would be 10 VR shades in MS11✨💯🫶🏽

[@mariam.a.]

Haha I gather you’re fan of the VR formula as well. I think it’s mine as well.

[@lubazak636]

Can’t wait for this. You are the Pat McGrath eyeshadow Mothership nerd of my dreams!!

[@mariam.a.]

Haha I am happy to oblige!

[@macassar1]

inglot lip primer works like that wand too and it's in a stick

[@mariam.a.]

oh good to know, I love lip primers.

[@AWW2430]

GAME CHANGER

[@mariam.a.]

Glad to hear it’s helpful!

[@janicecroissiert9116]

New subscriber here. Thanks so much for this video! I learned alot from your explanation of these palettes. Much appreciated! I have the Divine Rose 1 and 2. I’m looking to pick up Midnight Sun. I hope it’s still on sale on PML’s site.

[@mariam.a.]

Hi and welcome! I am glad it was useful to you. I think I have seen MS on sale...for sure in the coming months you will get your chance.

[@lydiakirkham3414]

I agree, the VR formulas are some of her best 💖

[@lydiakirkham3414]

Btw have an amazing holiday!!!

[@mariam.a.]

I think VR is my fave so I am a bit sad we haven't really gotten a good one since Divine Rose 2.

[@RoseOfMadina]

Hi! I have come across your videos before, and I was wondering about it, but now it popped again in my mind... what is your ethnicity? If you don't mind sharing of course!

[@mariam.a.]

I am Armenian ethnically speaking. Born and raised in Bulgaria, currently residing in the Netherlands.

[@nykka3]

Popped up on my feed. Subscribed! I have all Motherships except X. I will get X later this year.

[@mariam.a.]

Welcome! Probably a wise choice!

[@randyrzmakeup928]

It's actually called Blitz Sextreme. She never called it a VR. Still loving your Pat McGrath Labs content 💙🤩

[@mariam.a.]

Ah true that is correct! And yet it is incorrect naming, because this shade is also not a blitz. It’s just a metallic 😉.

[@sophieloves7092]

Such a insanely detailed and accurate video 👏👏👏 describes everything regarding her shadows perfectly!! Thank you

[@mariam.a.]

You are most welcome!

[@ralphandleosmom9075]

I get annoyed by the naming conventions being subverted as well! But I’m still buying as long as the color story is interesting.

[@mariam.a.]

Pretty much the same yes 🤣.

[@oliviacarter7193]

This is aaAMAZING!!! Thank you for this!!! ❤❤❤

[@mariam.a.]

You’re most welcome! 😊

[@meepmoopmeep1]

This was so helpful! Thank you. I’m also interested in understanding how the shimmer/metallic shades on the left side of the palette have transformed over the years. I own only Subversive and Bronze Seduction, and I’m pretty disappointed in those shimmer shades. The Skinshow shades and Lazarus are fine. I’m speaking more specifically about Gilty Pleasure and Bronze Blaze from Bronze Seduction, and Night Creature and Black Metal from Subversive. They are rather dry and hard to work with. I also find that the base pigment and shimmer particles don’t seem to work together. For some, only the base pigment “sticks” and others I only get the shimmer. I have heard people say that the metallics from later palettes, such as Huetopian, are much improved and practically feel like a cream. Would you agree?

[@mariam.a.]

I actually don’t have an issue with Bronze Blaze, only the taupe one is a bit meh. Hmm too bad Night Creature is giving you issues mine is really nice. Not a molten metallic but still has a good texture and payoff. I am guessing some batch differences between palettes.

[@meepmoopmeep1]

@@mariam.a. thanks for the input! I agree, I think it’s just my palette since everyone seems to like Night Creature

[@mariam.a.]

@@meepmoopmeep1 I think so yes, never heard anyone mention that specific shade as being difficult.

[@dubsbeautydiary]

This video was so helpful! Thank you so much!!!

[@mariam.a.]

You are most welcome!!

[@taniaelgaard]

Fantastic helpful video 😊

[@mariam.a.]

Happy you thought so!

[@RoseOfMadina]

What is your favorite mothership palette?

[@mariam.a.]

From an emotional point of view Mothership 2, Sublime. I am a sucker for green and that VR Nectar shade is 🥰🥰🥰. Rationally speaking it might be Divine Rose 2 with Subversive in close second.

[@isabelab6851]

Fabulous video! Love how you went over all the formulas. I know the palettes well…but a great reminder. Also love hearing your thoughts as you know these formulas so well. Just saw Alicia’s video…and it looks pretty neutral/cool. Super excited. You will need to pair with….wait for it….subliminal. Have a wonderful vacation! Cannot wait to hear all about it!

[@mariam.a.]

I am watching Alicia’s video right now. I am curious if she will comment on the textures and lack of baked formulas… Thank you! Can’t wait to dip my toesies in the sea 🥰.

[@ZgtGirl]

@@mariam.a. I was waiting for her to comment on that also but she didnt

[@mariam.a.]

@@ZgtGirl I love her but the video was sponsored and it felt more like an ad this time. Also very unlike her to not mention something that important….or I have overestimated her level on PML nerd. I am super happy for her to get PR and sponsorship but as a consumer the video didn’t help me much with getting the information I personally needed.

[@ZgtGirl]

@@mariam.a. I agree on this. I dont know, in my opinion nothing extraordinary about special shades in MTHRSHP10 :/

[@mariam.a.]

@@ZgtGirl that’s what I hear from others too. I am so curious to try it myself after my holidays.

[@mimilavraie526]

Merci Mariam pour cette vidéo ultra utile 👋👋👍👍

[@mariam.a.]

💕💕💕

[@skoumoudouros9763]

Hi it just came to my attention about some colors containing POLYTETRAFLUOROETHYLENE (PTFE, AKA TEFLON®) I never really paid attention to clean or ingredients I’m thinking I should start ,what are your thoughts

[@mariam.a.]

Not really I don’t subscribe to the “clean beauty” hype much to be honest.

[@skoumoudouros9763]

Thanks for the video lots of great tips . Also I like to place the blitz formula over the matte black and it SINGS! Enjoy your holiday 😇😀

[@mariam.a.]

@@skoumoudouros9763 ohhh that sounds interesting, never tried that! Thank you! Looking forward to it ☺

[@niamh3610]

Clean beauty is a scam

[@skoumoudouros9763]

What I’m figuring is that EVERYTHING has a lil bit of SOMETHING in it….idk never thought much about it before… it was pointed out in a review then made me think… I LOVE LOVE LOVE my makeup collection Pat and Natasha are my favorite 🤩 I was conflicted 😐

[@islandbirdw]

I have to agree with you on what I’ll call a BAIT and switch. Marketing and annoying in the least. I AM now better prepared. If the special shades are the draw I wonder why she doesn’t just allow her customers to pick exactly what they want? If baked shades then make a few quads each year with 3 baked and one perhaps a new introductory formula for her customers to try.

[@mariam.a.]

Yeah the million dollar question…why is is she no longer making those blitz/astral quads…I have the feeling it might be sourcing of materials during covid. I sure hope she’s not phasing them out in favor of cheaper formulas.

[@islandbirdw]

@@mariam.a. I hope not but EVERYONE was looking for ways to make product less costly through CV19. I just strongly feel her mistake is the customer keeps buying and having even one shade you can’t use or is inferior in some way is costly. 🤷🏼‍♀️for me it makes me mistrust ESPECIALLY when there’s no transparency.

[@KaliKali-hv9bt]

Awesome review!!!!

[@mariam.a.]

Yay! 💕

[@LocMaiden]

🖤

[@mariam.a.]

💕

[@vaniacalveri9002]

Great content! The best ever found in the beauty community.

[@mariam.a.]

Oh thank you for the wonderful compliment! I appreciate it! 💗

[@vaniacalveri9002]

@@mariam.a., All your content is absolutely of a higher level. Unfortunately Pat always inserts warm shades, Brown tones with reddish undertone, do not enhance my cool armochromatic complex.

[@mariam.a.]

@@vaniacalveri9002 there are palettes with some cooler browns. Depends what you already own.

[@vaniacalveri9002]

@@mariam.a., I know, but I've already bought the completely cool ones (Subliminal and Moonlit Seduction). What I mean, is that even a pallet like Subversive, where I would have seen more indicated 2 cool transitions, instead have the usual two warm browns lighter and darker. I consider not warm Decadence and more neutral the Divine Rose 1. If I'm wrong please correct me 💕

[@mariam.a.]

@@vaniacalveri9002 To be honest, except for Subliminal which is truly cool tones, the rest of the Motherships always walk a fine line between warm and cool. There are some truly cool tones in Subversive, Decadence and DRI but there are also warmer tones...besides Moonlit,I think DRI has some nice cool tones. Velouria is really cool toned for example.

[@RaniaMich]

Have a great time on holiday!!!

[@mariam.a.]

Thank you! I am ready for that chill beach life. 🌊

[@RaniaMich]

@@mariam.a. I'm ready for european sceneries! (and to have my first mothership palette waiting for me when i get back because i takes a full month apparently...)

[@mariam.a.]

@@RaniaMich oh nice where are you vacationing?

[@RaniaMich]

@@mariam.a. Provence!

[@mariam.a.]

@@RaniaMich fabulous! Enjoy!! And eat a lot of good good on my behalf please!

[@ems_h.eartnotes]

Have a fabulous holiday love 💗

[@mariam.a.]

Thank you Ems!!! Did your bday pass already?

[@ems_h.eartnotes]

@@mariam.a. it did, but it was a quiet affair as just after Gran's funeral. I lazed about in my nightie all day, mum came up with lemon meringue pie and I did a buttload of online shopping 😁 Are you well? When do you fly? X

[@mariam.a.]

@@ems_h.eartnotes Happy belated birthday love! Sounds amazing to be honest. What did you buy? Yes, a bit stressed out about traveling and leaving Mona and Lisa alone for 2 weeks. But also, I think I am gonna cry when I see the Black Sea.

[@ems_h.eartnotes]

@@mariam.a. thanks love 💗 Perfumes of course! Skincare, candles, t shirts. I'm going to buy some Loop earphones too, block out the world. I would cry if I saw the Black Sea too. I love the sea. I hope the girls will be fine, have you a cat sitter or are they going to a kitty hotel? 💎

[@mariam.a.]

@@ems_h.eartnotes Blocking out the world haha I love it! What a great collection of bday pressies, enjoy them all!!! Our friends will come feed them and check on them daily, but they are staying at home in their usual routine. I think that is the least stressful way for cats.

[@DG-si2vp]

I appreciate your breakdown... but u confused me with your use of the word "opaque", when talking about the blitz formulas...what did u mean? Because how can something e opaque and pigmented. I feelnlike that's a paradox that cant exist! I understand opaque as being like, see through, almost. Would you please clarify?

[@mariam.a.]

If I am not mistaken opaque means not transparent so I mean it in the sense that it’s a shade with a strong base color so not suitable to be used as a topper.

[@DG-si2vp]

@@mariam.a. thank you. That makes more sense to me now! >___

[@bcboop2686]

I think that VR means virtual reality, and it refers to the dual chrome shadows.

[@mariam.a.]

Thanks I know what VR stands for 😉.

[@arielle_abarca]

The baked shades stopped at Huetopian Dream. Moonlit Seduction has no baked shades. They're just super glittery shimmers .

[@mariam.a.]

I know 😉.