I have a confession to make: I am a certified neutral eyeshadow hoarder. If it is a shade of beige, taupe, or "sad office cubicle brown," I probably own it in three different formats. So when I saw the LANDMOON Nude Mini Eyeshadow Palette popping up on my feed for less than a tenner, I was ready to roll my eyes. Surely, this is just going to be chalky dust in a plastic box, right? Wrong. I was so incredibly wrong.
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First of all, the packaging does not feel like something I bought with pocket change. It has that sleek, soft-touch matte finish that usually comes with a much higher price tag. Inside, you get a mirror that is actually big enough to see your entire face—an absolute rarity for a travel-sized palette. The texture of the 6 Colors Smoky Matte pans is where it gets interesting. They feel buttery to the touch, not like those dry, scratchy drugstore shadows that require you to dig a hole in the pan just to get some pigment on your brush.
The Rainy Commute Test
I decided to put this to the ultimate test during a particularly humid, rainy Monday morning commute. I used the cool taupe shade in my crease and the deepest brown as a smudged liner. By the time I got home twelve hours later, my hair was a frizz-fest, but my eyeshadow looked exactly like it did at 8:00 AM. No creasing, no fading into the abyss of my oily lids.
- Pigmentation: One swipe gives you the kind of rich color you usually only get from high-end brands.
- Blendability: These mattes are incredibly forgiving; they did not get patchy or muddy when I tried to layer them.
- Wear Time: The waterproof claim is legitimate—it survived a misty walk and a long day without budging.
- Fallout: The darkest shade has a tiny bit of kick-up, so tap your brush before you go in.
The Final Verdict
Is it an Urban Decay dupe? Honestly, it might be better for the price. The colors are the perfect mix of warm and cool neutrals that work for "I woke up like this" vibes or a full-on smoky night look. I did notice a weird warning on the back about not getting it in the eyes—which is a choice for an eyeshadow—but I have sensitive skin and it did not cause a single tingle or red patch. For ten dollars, this is a total steal that has officially earned its spot in my travel bag.
Who Should Buy This:
- Neutral lovers who want a high-end feel without the fifty-dollar price tag.
- Frequent travelers who need a compact, sturdy palette with a usable mirror.
- Beginners who want shadows that blend themselves.
Who Should Skip This:
- Shimmer enthusiasts—this palette is 100% matte.
- People who are spooked by weird warning labels on packaging.
Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,
Lauren