Urban Decay Big Fatty Mascara ($20) promises a bit of everything — length, definition, volume, lightweight formula that will make a curl hold and super jet-black color. I received a deluxe size sample from Sephora and got hooked on first application.

The brush

The original Big Fatty over-sized a La Diorshow bristle brush has been replaced by a rubber brush. Not too big nor too small, it sleeked shape make it so easy to catch the smallest lashes and give some serious thickenss to the base of my lash line.

The formula

The formula is creamy without being too thick. Smudge-proof, flake-proof, it provides ultra-long wear flawlessly. Unlike some other thickening formula Big fatty didn’t clump at all and with a couple of coat my fringe looked very glam. I should mention this is not for someone looking for a natural look.

Studio Marie-Pierre: A

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After the HUGE success of Urban Decay Original Naked Palette, the company launched the highly anticipated Naked2. Just like Naked 1, this palette  is of great value.  Comprised with a combination of neutral & warm toned shades, a travel-size Lip Junkie Lipgloss in Naked, AND a double-ended, cruelty-free Good Karma Shadow/Crease Brush.

This palette would have been a huge success in my book if  the shades weren’t so similar to the original.  And my biggest complaint: why even bother including Half Baked Again??.

The packaging

The palette comes encased in a sleek metal compact that closes tight at the corners and a large mirror. I love it and feel it’s a great improvement over the original palette made out of cardboard.  It’s heavier than Naked 1 but the same size in length and width.

The Eyeshadows

The eyeshadows are of beautiful quality.  Smooth, highly pigmented and blend like butta’ in typical Urban Decay fashion.  The only fall out I experienced was with chopper.

• Foxy: cream yellowish bisque with matte finish. Good as a base but go lightly may look a tad chalky.
• Half Baked: Golden-bronze with high shimmering finish.
• Booty Call: Pale, frosted, pink-tinted. Wonderful for a base color or highlight.
• Chopper:  coppery hue with silver flecks of microglitter. This is a gorgeous shade but I would do without the glittery fall out.
• Tease: Matte finish brown with mauve undertone. This color will be great for subtle crease contouring or as a base a for a no-makeup look. I’ve read many complaints about the formula lacks of pigment but I’m thinking this might have been intentional.
• Snake Bite: Shimmering dark bronze with a strong metallic base. Another one of my fave. Rock on smokey eye!
• Suspect: Pale golden beige with shimmering finish.
• Pistol: Light gray-brown with shimmering finish and green undertone. Very interesting color.  One of the cooler shade.
• Verve: Oyster with shimmering finish. pretty but not that exciting. I have lots a sheds similar to this.
• YDK: Red toned brown with a metallic base one of the best selling UD shades.
• Busted: Deep brown golden undertones with a purple hint. Frosted finish. This one will rock the ladies out there with blue or green eyes.
• Blackout: intense blackest black with matte finish. Love!

The Brush

The palette comes with a double-ended Good Karma Shadow/Crease brush made out of synthetic bristles. One side is flat, perfect for applying applying eyeshadows to the lid and brow bone, and the other is fluffy and tapered contours and blends like a dream.

The Lipgloss

The color is gorgeous and nicely pigmented. Sadly, the smell was a complete turn off.  And once applied, the strong minty flavor even worse. I wiped it off immediatly. My 9 year old Jasmine on the other hand, couldn’t believe I hated it.  She grabbed it and put it in her stash.  :biggrin:

Final thoughts

Without a doubt, Naked 2 is of great value. $50 for twelve full-sized eyeshadows, a brush and a travel lipgloss makes is totally worth taking a look at.

If you’re more into traditional warm browns, the original Naked will be perfect for you. If you prefer medium, taupier colors then try Naked 2.

Like I said, I so wish this palette would have been mostly filled with cool matte shades (hint, hint UD) so as to avoid such high similarity with the original Naked.  That makes me think most gals won’t need both. Unless you’re crazy about makeup as much as I am!

Studio MP rating: A

I don’t usually get that much into a palette. I mean, I buy makeup all the time and own enough eye shadows to open a mini mart.

So what’s up with this UB obsession???  It’s sad. It has me going craaaazy. I could  kick myself for not having bought at least 2 when they were available. WHAT WAS I THINKING!?!

Here’s a photo of my favorite kindergarten teacher Jessica.  She was the maid of Honor in one of her friend’s wedding on Saturday. Her eye makeup is all done with the phenomenal Urban Decay Naked Palette.  Soft and natural. Notice the pretty lashes?

Yvonne who had a Key West beach wedding is also wearing the naked shades. Love that big bright smile!

The first thing she said when she sat in my chair? “All I know is I want red lips!” You got it Yvonne.

And these lashes are all hers. YEEES!

I  reached for this palette over and over this weekend.  For a boudoir shoots where the client wanted super glam, intense Maxim like eyes, and 3 weddings.

Dramatic, glam or natural, it doesn’t matter what you’re going for, this is one palette everyone needs.

Now excuse me while I go stalk Ebay. I *need* another palette without having to sell my first born. Ha!

Get a load of that awesome makeup job! Here I am in San Francisco New Year’s Eve 1999- 2000 with El Genio (Just dating, no ring on finger yet) celebrating the arrival of the new millennium. Apparently I was feeling festive with my Urban Decay glittery gray eyeshadow.

Babe, why didn’t you tell me I look like a freakin’ light bulb?

I’ve held off to purchase anymore eyeshadows from the brand, finding their texture in general too metalic and glittery for my needs.  So when naked came out, I gave it a shrug.  Ignored the 1000′s positive reviews.

My disdain would only last so long.

I received my palette a couple of days ago and you guys it really lives up to its hype. First off, the packaging is so pretty and sleek it will fit in your purse. No problemo.  The assortment of color and texture is hard to beat.  Not all glittery, there’s a nice variety of matte and shimmer that can be used daily.

All the shades fall into the neutral category. From a natural to a smokey look the color story will satisfy any craving. Guaranteed.

Of course, I’ll take a dual ended eyeliner with both brown and black any day of the week. And the wee bottle of potion primer is a nice bonus too.

My little helper Jasmine likes it too.

I know this palette has been sold out just about everywhere. However it is NOT a limited edition. Don’t get sucked into greedy eBay sellers asking up to $80 for the palette. Who are they kidding! I assure you it’s not THAT worth it. I got mine on Ulta.com recently. Check there and if no longer available wait, I’m sure it’ll be back in stock soon.

Studio Marie-Pierre rating: A+

Off to the gym I go. See ya!