10 February 2016

Zoeva Cocoa Blend Palette

I don't know if it's just me that feels like this but I really cannot have too many eye shadows, having a choice is so much more fun, to be honest I've actually turned into a palette addict. I've got so many palettes and I love buying more, the problem is that I never actually get round to using them, so I was having a look through and I found the Zoeva Cocoa Blend palette which was actually a Christmas present and it is so pretty that I made sure to start using it more, so I thought I'd do a little post on my thoughts on this palette and show you some swatches! 


I'd only ever tried Zoeva brushes before this, I love the quality of them and when I saw everyone raving about their eye shadow palettes I asked for one for Christmas, the Cocoa Blend palette was definitely the one that appealed to me the most, I'm so obsessed with warm toned browns and shimmery shades so I needed it! I do also really like the look of the Rose Golden palette so I'd quite like to try this next. You get 10 eye shadows in this palette which are a mixture of mattes, mattes and shimmers and they are a really good size I think, there is 1.5g in each pan plus the pans are quite big, I hate in some palettes where the pans are really small and close together so you get product everywhere! At £15.50 though even before I had tried it I thought it was really good value for money so I'd definitely suggesting having a look at Zoeva's palettes because they've definitely got something for everyone. The packaging is really good as well, it's not the most luxurious however it's nice and slim so perfect for travelling, only downside is that it doesn't have a mirror but this doesn't really bother me as I always use a big mirror anyway. 



I was actually so surprised at the quality of the eye shadows as well, considering the price and because Zoeva is more known for their brushes however some of these shades in my opinion are better than high end brands! I'm not going to say this is consistent throughout the whole palette, as there are two shades which I'm really not keen on but I will talk about them later, however aside from them the quality is so good, very pigmented and easy to blend! The shades you get are:

- Bitter Start. Palest matte nude.
- Sweeter End. Shimmer duo chrome nougat.
- Warm Notes. Glittering cranberry purple.
- Subtle Blend. Metallic deep bronze.
- Beans Are White. Deep cocoa brown matte.
- Pure Ganache. Pure and luxurious metallic gold.
- Substitute For Love. Toffee brown with subtle shimmer.
- Freshly Toasted. Rich mahogany brown.
- Infusion. Matte dark brown infused with gold glitter.
- Delicate Acidity. Berry toned brown shimmer.


Top row left to right: Bitter Start, Sweeter End, Warm Notes, Subtle Blend, Beans Are White


Bottom row left to right: Pure Ganache, Substitute For Love, Freshly Toasted, Infusion, Delicate Acidity

Without a doubt my absolute favourites from this palette are Warm Notes and Pure Ganache, they are by far the best quality, they are so pigmented and just the most gorgeous shades! The two shades that I don't like are Beans Are White and Infusion, they were just far too chalky for me and they took so much work even to show up on a swatch, for me the pigmentation just isn't there plus I tend to stay away from dark shades like this anyway. Delicate Acidity is absolutely gorgeous as well, this is normally something that would scare me off as it is bold however I can't wait to play around with this more and see what I can come up with. I really like Sweeter End as well, it isn't the most bold and takes a little bit of work however it is so pretty, I really want to use Warm Notes on Valentines Day, I think is it is so perfect for a really girly look! I love them all apart from the two mentioned so to me this palette is definitely a must have, it's a really good price and the quality doesn't disappoint. This was bought for me from Beauty Bay where there is also a few more of their palettes on their so they are definitely worth a look, I will 100% be trying more of Zoeva's palettes I can't get over how nice they are. Let me know in the comments if you have tried any of Zoeva's make up and what you think!
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55 comments

  1. Pure Ganache is gorgeous and just from looking at the swatches I can tell that would probably be my favourite too! I've been wanting some Zoeva brushes so maybe I will have a look at the palettes too! x

    www.shayholly.co.uk

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    1. They're definitely worth trying and they are such a good price as well!x

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  2. Oh my gosh those shades are gorgeous! And a surprisingly affordable price, definitely adding this to my wish list x

    www.beautyfromkatie.blogspot.com

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    1. It's definitely a good palette to get you can do loads with it!x

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  3. These shades look so so gorgeous, especially the darker shimmery ones, they look so pigmented and pretty. This palette is definitely right up my street! xo

    ohhelloitshannah.blogspot.co.uk

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  4. I was actually thinking about buying that exact palette in November or December as well, but I kind of forgot about it, but I'll definitely need to get this asap! Most of the shades look so pretty! Warm notes will probably will be my fav of all of them!
    Oh and btw, you're not alone - I also can't have enough eyeshadows even though I nearly always end up using the same ones :D

    xo, Lena

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    1. You should definitely get it! I know I have my favourites and never use some of the ones I own!xx

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  5. I have quite a few palettes but I hardly ever use eyeshadow *hangs head in shame* haha! Warm notes is gorgeous and they all look so pigmented!
    Charlotte // charlottespicks.blogspot.com

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    1. I'm the same I don't wear it on a daily basis so some of mine never get used!x

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  6. This palette is gorgeous, the colours look so pigmented!
    The Lipstick, The Girl and Her Wardrobe

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  7. This palette looks sooo pretty! Beautiful shades
    -Morgan x
    www.justmorgs.com

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  8. Stunning palette! Love Zoeva.

    www.yourbeauty.ie

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  9. Such a beautiful palette! This is an incredible Christmas gift, girlie. I am sure you were super excited and thank you sooo much for reviewing it and sharing your opinion. The shades look absolutely stunning! So many wearable ones and they have a beautiful pigment. This palette deserves more recognition <3
    xox Nadia
    www.mielandmint.com

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    1. It really does I think it's so underrated!xx

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  10. This looks so pretty! I've got the Naturally Yours palette and I need to use it more as the shadows are really good!

    Danielle's Beauty Blog

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    1. I want to try more of their palettes they're so nice!x

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  11. This palette looks gorgeous. x

    www.themakeupaficionado.com

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  12. I absolutely LOVE this palette! Such great quality at a fantastic price! xx

    Beautylymin

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    1. It's gorgeous isn't it and so affordable!xx

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  13. I've heard so many lovely things about the Zoeva palettes, this one looks really pretty with some amazing shades. I really want their neutral palette! x

    Jodie // Jodie Loue

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    1. I definitely want to try more I've fallen in love with this one!x

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  14. I love this palette - Pure Ganache and Warm Notes are my favourites too! :) xx

    Jasmine Talks Beauty

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    1. They're such pretty shades I can't wait to play around with them more!xx

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  15. Think I now need this in my life <3

    www.ameliacharis.com

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  16. I adore Zoeva palettes and this is one of my favourites and definitely one of their best! Great quality for great price! x

    Mummy’s Beauty Corner

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    1. I really want to try more I've fallen in love with this one!x

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  17. This palette seems perfect for me, I must get this! Such beautiful shades!

    Yousra | Mystic Tales

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  18. I don't even have this palette, but I'm already crazy about it! I've seen it pop up in a few reviews and the swatches get me every time - the shades look just soooo gorgeous! <3 That cranberry purple shade is to die for. <3

    Kay
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    1. It's such a gorgeous shade! You should definitely buy it you'll fall in love!x

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  19. Ahh wow, those shades are absolutely gorgeous! Especially the first set of swatches :)

    hannatalks

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    1. The top row is definitely my favourite I think apart from Pure Ganache on the bottom!x

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  20. I love Zoeva products! These colours are amazing!

    Darriyan x | www.darriyancateland.blogspot.co.uk

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    1. I've only ever tried their brushes before so I'm so happy the palettes are such good quality!x

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  21. Warm Notes is absolutely beautiful, I can see why it's one of your favourites! I always think Zoeva palettes are more expensive than they are, it's great value :)

    Velvet Blush

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    1. It's the best shade by far in my opinion, I want more since they're such a good price!x

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  22. This is a really gorgeous shade, I was immediately attracted to the two shades you like the most so I'm really pleased to hear they're as good as they look!

    The Makeup Directory

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  23. This is the Zoeva palette that intrigues me most, it looks amazing! :) xx
    Gyudy @ Gyudy's Notes Of Beauty

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    1. It's the one that stood out the most to me, so pretty!xx

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  24. It's easy to forget that Zoeva do more than Make Up brushes! I definitely need to look into their palettes more, warm notes looks gorgeous!

    Musings & More

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    1. I know I've always just bought their brushes, so glad the palettes are just as good quality!x

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  25. LOVE this palette so much, such great quality and the warm/rich tones are my favourite x

    Beauty with charm

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    1. I know it's gorgeous isn't it, definitely want to try more Zoeva palettes!x

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  26. This pallette looks amazing! Love the warm tones x
    http://christbelle.blogspot.co.uk/

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  27. that palette is beautiful!

    http://villemo20.blogspot.com/

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  28. I absolutely love those copper shades. They are so beautiful and I think they look great especially during summer when you're tanned. It gives you a bit of a glow! :)

    Olivia xx | http://livialinette.blogspot.co.at/

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