XENON IS GOATED! - Here's Why | Alicia Archer

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I had to come back here to rant about Xenon, and it served as an excuse to create more looks with our grayscale fantasy!

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[KB]

I can’t believe people complain that this gorgeous thing is too monochromatic. They didn’t complain when it was Bronze palette or I Need a Nude. I think they are afraid of the deep tones. But that’s ok. One of the things I really respect about Natasha is that she creates for everyone. There is insane variety in her collection of palettes. Something for everyone.

[ratgurl]

this is what i’ve been SAYING!!! xenon is a gift to the collectors and custom palette builders out hereeee

[ZeehcTunococ]

I don't have Xenon, nor do I want it. But I agree Xenon is GOAT because it's the ultimate study in light and shadow.

[florbelapires]

All these greys paired with blues, greens, pinks, burgundy, mustard, taupes..that we can find in previous ND palletes can create amazing looks. Happy Halloween.

[bedazzledbuddhist]

I think Xenon is a contemporary version of a blue eyeshadow palette. I personally love it.

[bethanybsoprano]

THATS WHAT I SAID! Just pair it with your other palettes! So far I've had fun pairing it with the Lethal Cosmetic Nightflower palette, which obvs is not ND so you can't swap our the shades but unless you're traveling you don't need to.

BTW, I was in an opera few weeks ago and walked into the ladies dressing room and said "Hi Friends" in your style, and another gal said "You watch Alicia Archer!" and we commenced to talk about all our favorite makeup and makeup YouTubers while we were getting ready for the show 🥰

[deniseaukerman]

Thank you for defending the Xenon palette and Natasha Denona's artistry. This is a beautiful, frosty ice palette for winter and my very first palette from Natasha Denona. I appreciate you describing and demonstrating this palette. I love your channel and your fun personality. You, Jordan Liberty, and Mel Thompson taught me how to apply cosmetics like a pro.

[janelle]

Xenon is definitely goated for me! Since I got it in the mail, I’ve been diving into it nonstop as a foundation palette to create two Halloween/going out looks by layering multichromes on top. The shades in Xenon made those pop! I pulled her out today to do a subdued, but beautifully simple work look. To me, it’s like a classic tuxedo jacket or little black dress. Dress it up with accessories or keep it simple. Either way, you get a flawless look!

[RitaBaumann]

My biggest critique is I wish they would label the shadows (on the back of the pan) so if I mix and match I know how to get them back. I usually just lay out my palettes and mix them up that way.

[DionLuvsMakeup]

I love this palette. After five looks/YouTube videos, I'm still excited to do more looks with it. All the looks were distict. Granted, I experimented a lot and some looks are 😬. But, it's so much fun coming out of my comfort zone and trying new things. The negative reviews ... I think they're stuck in their comfort zone.

I said something in my videos similar to what you said ... if you use the same shades in the same ways, the looks will be the same. This palette, for me, screams "DO SOMETHING DIFFERENT! TRY SOMETHING NEW!" It inspires and encourages me.

[liresi]

LOL, I was screaming at the screen “Retro pallet for burgundies. Groove, Rebellion, Swing!” I love this idea - you are so right. I am excited now to try to mix them. How fun, Alicia!

[squeakHK]

My first smokey eye look in the mid 90s was MAC gesso (white), greystone (mid tone gray) and contrast (deep blue). I rocked that all throughout college. I am here for Xenon! Thanks for showing the variety it can bring!

[bea.sn]

This is why I love your channel! I feel like I learn to see pallets so differently when you take us through the artistry behind the creation of the pallet.
I think mash up with Xenon and another ND pallet (maybe Retro/Retro Glam or the trichrome/starlette), would be so fun to watch.

[sydneybader]

I think also my issue with a lot of the negative hooplah about this is...no one is holding a gun to your head and forcing you to buy this. Dont want grayscale? Dont buy it. Simple. Given what ND released over this year literally has something for everyone. You've perfectly summarized this Alicia, as always. You da best

[ginarussell]

Preach! I love your perspective. Finally someone that understands.

[DanielleNicoleMakeup]

My opinion...I love to see something finally truly cool toned and actually different than anything she's released (which is what we beg PMG for release after release, at least on the uniqueness) and most people lean on the warm/yellow/golden/neutral skintone so it may not be their first preference, which is totally ok! As someone with a cool undertone, I am stoked to see such a diverse cool toned palette in range of light to deep shades in the accessible luxury/high end realm. I can't wait to play with Xenon and I need a nude together. I think this was an undertone that was definitely lacking and unique to the oversaturated warm pink/mauve/orange market. I'm personally stoked but also understand this palette won't be for everyone, again that's ok! Also, finally a palette that has a fair enough inner corner shade that actually shows up on my paper white skin 😂❤ Love your perspective Alicia even if it doesn't apply to me. Your reviews are always exceptional 😊

[donnac.]

Alicia's I always though you were a visionary. This is why it is easy for you too put these beautiful looks together out of any eyeshadow pallette for years. Your creativity is amazing.

[ingridkarg-ross]

For ppl that purchased ND Xeon, I am African American with a tanned complexion I just used LA girl white concealer to get the colors to pop

[cristinaladas]

I said at your first Xenon video that the palette was not for me……BUT, after watching you play with it and hearing you talk about it, I went ahead and got it during the Sephora Rouge sale….it just arrived today!! Then you drop this video, Alicia! It’s fate at work..:) Thank you!!

[godzandheros]

People complaining about there not being a matte black when blackest black as a single shadow exists and like I use it ALL THE TIME with everything whenever I need a matte black when working with any palette or shadows. I've been fully converted to having a separate single matte black as the one and done work horse and honestly it's life changing and I'll never go back.