WATCH BEFORE YOU BUY! Makeup By Mario Ethereal Eyes Moonlight

[@hilariesurrena308]

Congrats on 10k!!! Very much deserved! 🎉

[@SaraElbeauty]

Thank you Hilarie, I appreciate your support 🥰

[@hilariesurrena308]

@@SaraElbeauty ❤️your channel!

[@cfil7970]

I’m with you, as I was so excited for this palette. The color story , ethereal snowflake shimmers, that blue etc. However , from the lack luster packaging, hard pan on shimmers ( especially my fav. * icy white*), the chalky mats, darkness of tones etc….. I returned it, but then had fomo to the point I repurchased straight from the brand. 🤞🏻 I will enjoy?! Desire a cool toned everyday, yet evening glitzy glimmering color story with a whisper of pop. Extremely difficult to find a luxury 9-12 pan edition? Any designer recommendations ? Many brilliant shimmery goodnesses , yet missing a completed gig .🥹

[@AmandaMiller-hv9tp]

There unfortunately seems to be a lot of makeup brands that are somehow in the luxury makeup category,that really shouldn't be,and luxury makeup comes with a luxury price tag,so I'm sure these brands want 2 be in that category, but they're actually more in the category of drugstore & should be priced accordingly.

[@DeborahCarlston]

I think they're in the middle. I think of them as bridge lines. Better than drug store but not competitive with true luxe. Sadly Sephora has lost a lot of their high end and mostly carries these bridge lines now. I used to be VIB Rouge years in advance but no more. If I want the best quality new releases, I'm forced to buy elsewhere. Also, IMO, all the lines, especially the French Design House brands, are priced far above their quality. They have been doing major cash grabs and act like we don't notice. If a lipstick is $80 and I don't like the color or the quality, I have zero problem returning it. They priced themselves into a higher risk category, for both their customers and themselves. If it costs them money it's their own fault.

[@SaraElbeauty]

You have the right idea Deborah and Amanda! Marketing can be deceiving and if we aren’t honest with them they will continue to increase prices while creating mediocre products since people will buy them regardless of the quality.

[@DeborahCarlston]

@@SaraElbeauty I imagine it's tricky for people who haven't discovered resources like your videos, Sara. And not all reviewers are honest. It takes time to find the right cadre of KZbinrs, who you trust, and who know their stuff when it comes to any product. I'm totally product driven. If you're reviewing brands that interest me, and you help me make better purchasing decisions, I'll watch every video you create.

[@SaraElbeauty]

@@DeborahCarlston I recommend products daily within my profession as a pharmacist to ensure my patients live quality lives. Although my KZbin channel is not medical related I still hold myself true to provide honest reviews. I tend to stick to brands that I know I can trust because I prefer to remain positive. However, as my channel grows I feel that I should start trying other brands to help people make more informed decisions. I fully intended to provide positive feedback for this product however as I was filming it was difficult for me to say this product is “perfect” when it obviously looks otherwise in comparison to the other reviews I’ve created.

[@DeborahCarlston]

@@SaraElbeauty If I was having your experience with this palette, I would have warned my viewers away from it. It is shocking how different the quality is between yours and mine. That said, you have given me fair warning to treat mine gently and I appreciate that. Also, as a breast cancer survivor, I learned to appreciate the standout pharmacists who cared for me, got my prescriptions for me quickly when I was in pain, and continue to make my life easier on a daily basis. I'm glad you're bringing that ethic into your channel. We subscribers appreciate honesty above all. So you can count on your subscribers, myself included, staying with you for years if you continue that.

[@AboutFaceWithMonaBagot]

Hi, I did a review on this palette. I am enjoying it. I have used it several times and mine is still in great condition. No issues. I think this is the type of shadows that work well on my more mature lids. I do think that it is over priced and I will be doing a comparison video with a more affordable palette. I’m wondering if this was damaged in transit. I have had this happen to a Byredo palette- which was close to $100 - they sent me a replacement and I did not have anymore issues. I joined your channel. While I had good results with this palette, I appreciate another content creator who is not afraid to be honest! ❤

[@SaraElbeauty]

Hi Mona! It is a shame that my palette came damaged. Unfortunately I will be returning mine. Although I love the shades and feel that it is a fair palette I do think that it is over priced. Perhaps if it was cheaper I would have exchanged it for a new one. I love Mario and love his vision. I also admire his success but I think this palette is over priced and underperforms when compared to other luxury brands that are within the same price range. I think I just had high hopes going in especially given the price. I just watched your review, great channel. I just subscribed. Have a great week 🥰

[@AboutFaceWithMonaBagot]

@@SaraElbeautythank you. I think I liked the look but I agree that the price is too high. I love that you speak your truth! I will be keeping up with you! That review was kind of quick for me. I was getting ready to go to my son’s gender reveal so I probably should have been more detailed!

[@MimiSkocik-ps4jr]

Your eye look with this palette and your nail polish is 🔥!!! I was considering this palette because I do love my Mario products, but after seeing the palette fall apart, I feel that you saved me heartache! Great review, as always!

[@MimiSkocik-ps4jr]

Also, congrats on reaching 10K subscribers! 🎉🥳

[@SaraElbeauty]

Thank you Mimi 💕

[@dazzleree]

Thanks for the in-depth review! The swatches look stunning!

[@leah3-2-8]

Congratulations on 10k!!! 🎉

[@SaraElbeauty]

Thank you 🥰

[@lucimarysales7458]

I believe something happened during the shipment, because I've seen about 8 reviews from this palette and none of them mentioned this problem.

[@SaraElbeauty]

Perhaps however even though the shades are beautiful I do still think this palette is overpriced. The eyeshadow looked patchy on me within a couple of hours and this doesn’t happen with other brands I’ve tried. Perhaps this formula is just not for me. Thank you for your comment. I hope you have a wonderful week 🥰

[@TranceDivine]

I got this 2 days ago..the shadows were chalky, and not blendable at all..I returned it back to Sephora..not worth 68 bucks..the blue shades were so disappointing..I didn't have problems with them crumbling..i thought the matte shades were chalky

[@SaraElbeauty]

100% agree this palette is very disappointing. I also plan to return mine

[@jennyteresia]

Thank you for an honest review! At such a high price point I really don’t think a shadow should fall out of the palette like that. People in the comments say it came damaged but how is that damage? Seems more like faulty manufacturing to me. Granted I’m just a casual makeup lover, def don’t know anything about the manufacturing side of the business. Just recently subscribed and enjoy your content a lot!

[@SaraElbeauty]

Thanks Jenny. A damaged palette can occur with any brand and that includes other luxury brands however setting that aside I just felt like this product did not live up to the hype for me. This is a pretty palette but for the price and based on how the eyeshadows perform it’s not for me as I feel other brands have a better formula. Thanks for your support. Have a great week 🥰

[@krisushi1]

Sara, congratulations on your 10k! Well deserved. I'm afraid that I've never used Make-up by Mario before and really have no intention of buying from this brand. At my stage in life, I've already worked out my favourite brands and have been very lucky in choosing the best ones. As soon as you showed a close-up picture of this palette, I could see that the mattes were powdery and definately did not like the way they swatched, although that's not always a guarantee to how they apply. I even guessed at the shade that had fallen out during filming and was correct. I would have expected more than three shimmers in a palette this large. I know how gentle you are when picking up shadow onto your brush, so I know this is not your issue, but this brand. Although, I haven't heard anything about these palettes before, I don't tend to pay much attention to items that don't interest me. If I was you, I'd surely return it. A better option for you would be the Givenchy Holiday Eye Palette with nine shades, one of them blue. The rest of the palette is on the warmer brown side, yet these shadows are divine! I own every palette they have released and waiting for the Holiday one to finally arrive here. They have a similar finish to both Chanel and Dior, yet they do tend to have shifts to their metallics. As I haven't got my one yet, I can't say which shades will have a shift, yet I'm hoping that the white shimmer will veer towards blue. These Givenchy Eye Palettes are so very underrated, although worth a try. I do stay away from 'celebrity brands', so I'm not the one to comment on these brands. I'm happier with brands that are tried and tested. I finally purchased the two Dior Holiday Quints, my first purchase of a Quint since the reformulations. As they are coming from Selfridges, I can't comment yet. I did buy two of the Backstage Eye Palettes, four Eye-Liners, the two Nail Polish and even the Candle! I also added three more nail polish from a previous L/E Collection that arrived about an hour ago. Chanel's Holiday Collection dropped last week and I was pleased to see their Liquid Eye-Liners back. They have nice fine brushes on them which I'm grateful for. Also bought the Nail Polish in Charmer and the Liquid Lipstick in Cristal. They're all coming thick and fast! I finally, after years of purchasing from Dior, received a gift from them. Despite spending well over the amount that would take me to Silver Status and Gold, I finally received a notification stating I had reached Silver Status. The following week I was put up to Gold! I've never received a single gift from Dior, except for those two tiny perfume samples. Although, yesterday I received a lovely silver mirror and a mini-lipstick in Icône. I was getting rather envious at all of the gifts you were receiving. I predominately order from a Melbourne Store now, who indulge me with samples. Prada Beauty is finally arriving at DJs in Sydney next month, better late than never, although I already own most of the collection! I would recommend that when you are next at a store that sells Givenchy, take a look at their Eye Palettes, they may be your next favourite brand?🇦🇺💖👩🏼‍🎨

[@SaraElbeauty]

Thank you for all your support 🥰 I agree that it’s so much easier to stick with what you know will work for you based on quality. I am trying to diversify my channel and present new products however will most likely not be purchasing anything from this brand again unless there was some sort of breakthrough product. I’m really looking forward to Lisa Eldrige lipstick products that just launched. Otherwise I won’t be purchasing any new releases until the spring collections

[@jk6215]

I completely understand what you’re saying and agree you should get refunded. BUT - That was honestly the harshest review for shipping damage that I’ve ever seen. Kind of blown away at the idea that the palette is faulty just because your FedEx guy dropped it. (Maybe. I mean, we don’t really know; one thing is for sure tho, I have watched multiple reviews and have not heard this complaint on this palette from anyone else.) I do own the palette myself and have not had any problems with it, either quality wise (packaging/shipping damage) or formulation. I cannot imagine comparing it to Dior; that would be like comparing a red wine to a vodka martini - totally different products. Both are lovely, just different. I’m wearing it today and it’s beautiful. His color curation is masterful and the blendability is amazing. Stunning results every time, as with the previous ethereal eyes palette. Also, if you happen to have bought your palette at Sephora they really don’t package stuff well often when they ship in my experience. We may disagree completely but I do appreciate your honesty. I hope you have a lovely day.

[@SaraElbeauty]

Hi @jk6215! Ow no I don’t disagree at all and thank you for your comment. I compared the palette to Dior and Natasha Denona due to Mario’s palette being categorized as luxury and felt like it should perform just as well since it is within a similar price range. I do think the shades are beautiful and love the overall color story however for the price the eyeshadows really do not perform as well as other luxury brands. I do agree with you that the palette creates a flattering look however I feel it is over priced and this type of look can be achieved with the palettes I compared that have better formulas at a similar price point. Hope you have a great week 🥰

[@jk6215]

@@SaraElbeauty it may swatch patchy but it’s how it goes on the eyes that counts - great luck so far with that here! It’s magical on my (mature) hooded eyes. For those who are having lesser results sometimes it can be the skin prep or tools we use that make the difference! I always use a high quality eye cream and shadow primer that suits my skin type. Someone also mentioned the price point was high; compared to Tom Ford’s latest offering, you get nearly twice the product for a fraction of the price.

[@eileen5428]

First of all, congratulations on hitting the 10K mark. Continue to be genuine; to be you, and I’m sure your channel will continue to grow. As for the palette, thank you for such an honest review. You gave it a good try, but when something comes damaged or falls apart when you’re using it, that means the problem is with the manufacturing so you should definitely return it and get your refund. Gives you more money to spend on some other beautiful goody 😊

[@SaraElbeauty]

Thank you so much Eileen 🥰 I can’t wait to see where this journey takes me and I appreciate your support 💕

[@redgirlreviews]

New sub! Just had a similar experience and pretty much gave the same review (minus the damaged on arrival shades) and appreciate your honesty as well! Great review!

[@SaraElbeauty]

Hi Jessica, I just watched your review. I noticed your eyeshadow became patchy throughout the day as well. That was also my experience with the formula. This is not an entirely bad formula or palette however my opinion is it’s not luxury quality and therefore shouldn’t be $68. Thank you for your comment 🥰 I love your hair btw it’s very pretty ☺️

[@redgirlreviews]

@@SaraElbeauty Thank you! 🥰 Totally agree with you on patchiness and quality for price point...hopefully the new Huda Ice palette will be better!

[@deborahrosen165]

Sara I had a similar experience with the original nude palette by Mario. I used it a few times and then gifted it. Although the color selection was beautiful, the quality was not there unfortunately 😢…. You’re doing the right thing by returning it. Xoxo 😘

[@SaraElbeauty]

I’m glad I wasn’t the only one who experienced this

[@DestinyKish]

Thank you so much! I completely agree with you 100%. This is not a luxury palate and this price is too high. The quality is not there. I tested this palette in Sephora, I felt the formula was dry, and chalky, however, the color story is pretty.

[@SaraElbeauty]

I agree, there’s no denying that the color story is very pretty. Wish the quality was better

[@cherrywang1618]

Congratulations Sara on 10K

[@SaraElbeauty]

Thank you @cherrywang1618 💕💕

[@sacredsiren]

Thank you for this review. I ended up returning the much loved and hyped ethereal eyes palette that was re-released earlier this year because I felt like it was too sheer and powdery for my taste. I traded it in for the ND I Need a Nude and was much happier with that formula. This looks to be even more powdery and sheer and that is disappointing. I was considering trying this one because I loved the color story as a winter color season, and the looks I have seen created with this are so stunning, but dang that texture is rough.

[@SaraElbeauty]

Huda beauty is releasing a palette with a similar color story minus the blue so it may be worth a shot if you love the color story. Her eyeshadows are usually great quality

[@jocelynel-fab5214]

Hi Sara - Been following you for a while. Your reviews are always fair. When a shadow falls out, it’s a manufacturing issue - it’s not shipping. I appreciate that you reviewed the palette in spite of the issues you encountered. I agree with your assessment. The dryness and amount of fallout are unacceptable. I would return the palette and post a review that mentions the entire shadow square falling out of the palette. Thank you for the great demo and review. PS: not buying this palette.

[@SaraElbeauty]

Hi @jocelynel-fab5214! Thank you for your support over the years 💕

[@belindafischer2920]

I ❤ this palette, it arrived in mint condition. I’ve been using it everyday and no issues. Did you contact the company? Or did you get it from Sephora? Sephora will take anything back. I think you got a dud. I haven’t heard of this happening to anyone else. Worth every penny imo.

[@eka6878]

I adore this palette , form a review on it and been using it a lot since , no issues at all

[@sepideharfazadeh542]

Hi Sara. Congratulations for the 10 k. I purchased this palette from Makup by Mario's site and it arrived to Paris in perfect condition. No issues whatsoever and I like it🥰

[@SaraElbeauty]

Thank you 🥰 also thanks for letting me know. I really wanted to love this palette. I do love Mario as a person and admire his makeup techniques. Unfortunately I also noticed my eyeshadow became patchy throughout the day. I don’t think this formula is for me to be honest. I’m glad you’re enjoying the palette 🥰 hope you have a great week!

[@llcortes4682]

Congrats!!! Mine is in perfect condition, I love it!

[@SaraElbeauty]

Thank you 🥰

[@AmandaMiller-hv9tp]

I would 100% return it & would definitely think twice b4 purchasing from that brand again,i haven't tried makeup by Mario but i think its really lame 2 charge that much for an eyeshadow pallet & have it fall apart like that, you would think with a $70 pallet they could afford 2 use quality ingredients & actually put effort in their products,brands like Chanel may charge alot but you know ur getting really high quality products & u get what ur paying 4, but this is like theyr using cheap formulas, ingredients,putting not much effort in & just slapping a luxury pricetag 4 a cheaply made product.i would definitely return & i dnt think i'd get another 1,the colors are pretty but the quality just isn't there.

[@m.k.1745]

Thank you. I have heard similar from other luxury beauty reviewers.

[@classiclymodern]

I received my palette yesterday, there were 3 colors destroyed, one of them was the black shade.. so there’s black specs in almost every one of the other colors that weren’t crumbled.

[@SaraElbeauty]

😓 ow no what a mess, I’m so sorry your palette arrived damaged. It’s so frustrating that this palette costs as much as it does and so many are receiving them damaged

[@victoriaisabelle-v3v]

Of course you are disappointed that the product you received was damaged. But that does not mean that the Makeup by Mario palette(s) are not high quality. You mention in your video time after time that the product is not quality and will not last. That is a lot of inference from receiving a damaged product. The reason Mario by Makeup palettes are so popular is the high pigmentation, the quality of the shadows, softness, and butteriness as well as the longevity of the makeup on the eye. A suggestion, when declaring quality is poor be more precise about the characteristics you are addressing. Just sayin'

[@SaraElbeauty]

@@victoriaisabelle-v3v I agree, which is why I overlooked the damaged palette and decided to proceed with the review. I wanted to love this palette because I do love the shades and admire Mario as a person as I think he is very talented. Unfortunately the eyeshadow did become patchy on me throughout the day and the shimmer did almost disappear within a few hours. I don’t think this formula is for me and I’m sorry to disappoint but I do feel that I need to be honest with my reviews. Thank you for your comment and for watching. I hope you have a wonderful week 🥰

[@ddavidjp]

@@SaraElbeautyi agree with you - i ordered my first mario palette and the quality was just not there, especially compared to other brands with the same price point like natasha denona. i ordered his second nude mattes palette and there was so much kickback, hard to blend and patchy on the eyes. i can’t help but compare it with my favorite dior, tom ford, ysl, and chanel palettes. i’d rather pay more for less eyeshadows but with better quality.

[@SaraElbeauty]

@@ddavidjp I agree and really we aren’t paying much more. Yes Dior limited edition holiday palettes cost a little more because of the elaborate packaging however it’s not by much more. A Dior holiday palette is $71 while Mario’s is $68. True you get more shades in the Mario palette but the quality does not justify it. Likewise, Natasha Denona palettes are definitely within the exact same price range as Mario’s, you get more shades and the formula is way better, there’s also always a discount code you can find for Natasha Denona palettes.

[@victoriaisabelle-v3v]

Thank you for reading the comment. It is really awful to receive a damaged product. I look forward to seeing more reviews.😀

[@SaraElbeauty]

Absolutely @victoriasabelle-v3v I love to hear others thoughts about a product. Whether it’s positive or negative, We all have different perspectives. I can’t expect everyone to agree with me neither do I expect my experience to be the same as others. I hope you continue to enjoy my channel and let me know your thoughts 😉

[@ratherbquiltn]

What lipstick are you wearing? It’s very pretty in you!

[@SaraElbeauty]

I’m wearing Chanel in shade 196 A Demi-mot go.shopmy.us/p-8798544

[@karlaggarza]

Congratulations on your 10k 🎉 I recently got mine and arrived in bubble wrap and in perfect condition 🙌🏻🖤 but I agree you should exchange it for a new one.

[@SaraElbeauty]

Thank you @karlaggarza 💕💕

[@Suseau]

I ordered today but the formula was really never convincing. It also blends away immediately so to control shape it takes much more precision/time. Not sure about it especially since the new Huda is also giving such a nice and versatile mix of cool and warm shades

[@SaraElbeauty]

I agree! I’m returning mine. Huda beauty eyeshadows are much better quality

[@suzannesteele1275]

My Makeup By Mario Master Matter The Neutrals did the exact same thing. Sephora replaced it for me. The replacement came in ok...still a little dusty from shadow fallouy. Too delicate.

[@juliette.j]

I have the previous ethereal eyes palette and it’s still going strong. I think you got a damaged palette and should definitely return. I used to be a makeup artist, and I find this eyeshadow palette to be great quality, but might not be easy to use for a novice.

[@gloriamartinez2535]

The look is beautiful. I personally try to be loyal to Dior Chanel or Prada. Good luck returning it. ❤

[@SaraElbeauty]

I’m going to need to try Prada makeup. Perhaps I’ll put it on the list to review soon 🥰

[@susanlloyd]

I’ve had the pallete 5 days. I’m disappointed in the colors for me. I’m a warm autumn. It could be great for cool toned girlies. Mine did not come in damaged. The shadows are firm and not crumbling. It’s obvious your pallete was really knocked around in transit.

[@caliinthevalley24681]

Congratulations on 10K🎉 Well deserved. Love your reviews! ❤For that price point I would rather purchase a suqqu or viseart palette.

[@SaraElbeauty]

Thank you so much!! 🥰

[@ddavidjp]

i bought my first mario palette (his second nudes all matte palette) on launch day but i am disappointed in the quality. i’m sticking to my dior, tom ford and chanel palettes.

[@SaraElbeauty]

Dior and Tom Ford all the way! 💕

[@AmandaMiller-hv9tp]

We also buy luxury makeup for the luxury experience,iits not luxury experience if it falls apart b4 you can even use it.

[@SaraElbeauty]

@@AmandaMiller-hv9tp I definitely agree. Other luxury brands do have mishaps where a palette may be damaged however setting that aside my experience with this formula was also disappointing. My eyeshadow looked patchy within a few hours of wear and this does not happen to me with other luxury brands. Sadly I just don’t think this formula is for me however others may not have the same experience Thank you for your comment Amanda, hope you have a wonderful week 🥰

[@hungkristy6586]

Blue on you really beautiful 💗

[@christelleh6777]

I'M AGREE with you ! It s too expansive for that ! The first one was the same quality ! I prefere quality of XENON to ND 😉 kiss from Paris 😊

[@SaraElbeauty]

😘

[@tracylitton8774]

Thank you for saving me money!

[@2828padme]

This is my first time here at your channel. Thank you for your review I was not sure to get this palette and now I think I’ll pass It is so disappointing when you receive a palette damage or with a poor quality fortunately most of the brands return your money back or make you a replacement however I’m afraid makeup by Mario has a policy that they don’t return your money back nor send you a new palette I remember I’ve read this when I almost purchase this palette so… hopefully you’re lucky and they fix this issue since it is a shame to pay $68 dlls and be afraid to use or travel with this palette 😬😬👋

[@SaraElbeauty]

Luckily I purchased the palette from Sephora and will be returning it. Apart from the damaged palette that I admit could happen with any brand I feel like Mario’s palette was more prone to breakage because of how soft the formula is. I also wasn’t impressed by the overall longevity of the eyeshadow on my eyes. At about the 3 hour mark the eyeshadow became patchy and the shimmer was almost all gone. I normally don’t like to give negative reviews and started the review feeling like this palette will look beautiful because the shades are gorgeous but as I was applying the makeup more mishaps starting occurring and I just needed to be honest with my viewers. If the palette was cheaper I wouldn’t have been as harsh but for $68 I expect luxury performance. It’s also unfortunate that they don’t take returns for damaged products.

[@Makeupbyrach18]

Argh, it sucks you had that experience with yours. I haven’t traveled with mine but I haven’t had any issues with the shimmers (yet).

[@hilariesurrena308]

This was my first Mario palette and mine was in perfect condition. You should exchange yours. Something must have happened with that batch!

[@SaraElbeauty]

I’m so bummed by the quality. Huda beauty is releasing a cool toned palette I may actually return this one and purchase the Huda beauty palette instead since I know her eyeshadows perform better

[@zevaruss406]

❤ mine and all of Make Up by Mario. Return yours it was damaged in shipping

[@SaraElbeauty]

Thanks for sharing @zevaruss406. Wish my experience was the same, I really wanted to love this palette. Although I love the shades I do think the palette is over priced when compared to other brands with a similar price range that in my opinion have better formulas. Hope you have a great week!

[@lavoixdevelours]

Mario changing this to plastic was a bad move too.

[@chinchillin6280]

Girl….return. We work too hard for our dollars. Unacceptable Mario.

[@SaraElbeauty]

100% agree, have already printed my label and returned to Sephora. This palette wasn’t for me 😅

[@awalker127]

The palette was damaged in shipping, how does that equate to poor quality? Of course they're all crumbly and fragile, the palette was obviously "roughed-up"

[@SaraElbeauty]

I respect your opinion and thank you for your insight. We are all entitled to our own opinion. I must be honest with my reviews and I do stand with how I feel about this palette. I don’t always love every makeup brand that is out there, it’s just a matter of personal preference. It’s a shame that I received a damaged palette however the eyeshadows also did not wear well on me throughout the day. They lost pigment after about 3 hours and the shimmer shade was no longer as vibrant. That’s not to say that everyone will have the same experience. I purchased this palette with my own money and have nothing against the brand at all. I compared this palette to brands within the same luxury price range and my opinion is that for the price it does not perform as well as other luxury brands. Natasha Denona palettes for instance, are within the same price range and in my opinion are much better quality. Again this is my opinion and it doesn’t mean that everyone will have the same experience. I’m sorry to disappoint but I must review products with honesty. Hope you have a wonderful week!

[@MARTHALGEORGE]

I forgot...Ruined my top with the first compact. Be careful. Congrats on your success!!

[@SaraElbeauty]

Thanks Martha 🥰 I’m glad the eyeshadow didn’t get all over my shirt when it fell out of the pan 😅

[@lrdhlpusall7936]

Hated and returned. Shimmer/glitters disappeared in less than 5 minutes. Very disappointed.

[@hilmilblaemi]

I am kinda surprised by your negativity. You kept going on about the bad quality and the shimmers “crumbling”. But that ain’t the quality, that is simply because it came damaged. And for a make up reviewer it is kinda weird you apparently really can’t look behind that. I have the ND glam palette and it came damaged with 2/3 shades falling out, that didn’t take away from the QUALITY. This seemed unnecessary mean.

[@SaraElbeauty]

Thank you for your comment @hilmblaemi. I understand your comment. My reviews are mostly positive however I feel it necessary to provide my viewers with an honest review based on my experience. It definitely doesn’t mean everyone will have the same experience. I also set my review based on the standards of a luxury brand product given the price and felt that other luxury brands have better quality. This includes how they swatch, blend and how they wear during the day. I agree that damage should not be the sole reason for a negative review however I also did notice that the eyeshadows started to look patchy as I wore the look at the 3 hour mark and the shimmer was almost all gone. I don’t normally have the same experience with other luxury brands that are within the same price range. Perhaps this formula is just not for me. I do still believe it is over priced. Wishing you a wonderful week 💕

[@mariejoseepitre409]

I don't agree with this kind of video where an influencer got a bad experience of loose shadow in the pan or shattered shadow goes on bashing a product, just have it exchange because it has nothing to do with the quality. I have had this kind of issue with Dior, Chanel and even Charlotte Tilbury, again nothing to do with the quality. So sad you did this kind of petty party video...

[@SaraElbeauty]

Hi Marie, sorry you feel this way. We are all entitled to our own opinion after all. I am committed to being honest with my reviews. It is unfortunate that I received a damaged product however setting that aside for the luxury price point I still believe the formula could be better. This is just my opinion and my experience with this product. Unfortunately the eyeshadow looked patchy and the shimmer was almost gone after a couple of hours so it is not just the shattered shadow that was the problem. I do not normally experience that with other luxury brands. Perhaps this formula is just not for me. Others may have a different experience with this formula and that is OK. I have nothing against the brand and do admire Mario’s makeup techniques however for the price point I think there are other brands with better formulas. Natasha Denona palettes are at a similar price point and in my opinion perform much better. Wish we can be kind and respect each other’s opinions. My reviews are mostly positive however I will always be honest based on my experiences. Have a great week.

[@tayoosiyemi5130]

She is being honest about her experience. WHAT IS THE BIG DEAL. I own gucci lipstick and was very disappointed that it broke in half while twisting the lipstick to use and was more than one gucci. That is poor quality from a luxury brand. HER CHANNEL HER OPINIONS. She might see it poor, and that is okay.

[@susanlloyd]

I’ve had the pallete 5 days. I’m disappointed in the colors for me. I’m a warm autumn. It could be great for cool toned girlies. Mine did not come in damaged. The shadows are firm and not crumbling. It’s obvious your pallete was really knocked around in transit.