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Urban Decay Naked 2 Basics Palette | Review + Demo

I’m so happy to finally be getting around to reviewing some of the things I bought in my Ulta Haul a month ago. First up is Urban Decay’s Naked2 Basics eyeshadow palette. I’ve been using it just about daily since I got it, and I love the cooler tones!

Naked2 Basics is a cooler version of the popular Naked Basics matte palette. The Naked2 packaging looks very much like the original with the same soft-touch outer case, the same large mirror, and the same size and number of pans of eyeshadow.

Urban Decay Naked Basics*

Urban Decay Naked2 Basics*

The colors in Naked2 are cooler and pinker and there are more mid-tones than in the original.

Urban Decay Naked2 Basics

Urban Decay Naked Basics

The lightest color in each is the only non-matte in the palette. It’s got more of a satin or shimmery finish, but isn’t glittery. The darkest shade in the original palette is a true black, but in Naked2 it’s a warmer lighter grey/brown color.

Urban Decay Naked2 Basics Swatches

I’m always on the hunt for a matte medium taupe eyeshadow and the 3rd pan in this palette could be the one! I’ve been using the lightest 3 shades a lot lately and getting so many compliments on my eyeshadow! They make a great go-to natural day look that compliments both warm and cool skin tones.

The quality of the shadows in Naked Basics is top notch while the quality seems to have gone down a peg with Naked2. The Naked2 Basics has the same gorgeous color saturation and blendability as the original Naked Basics, but the shadows aren’t as creamy as the original. I noticed on the first use that they’re dryer and chalkier so they leave a little crumb pile in the pan and have more fallout.

It’s not a deal breaker, but tapping off the excess shadow is essential to avoiding fallout landing on your cheeks.

Overall, Naked2 is a great palette with natural wearable colors. It’s compact size and big mirror make it great for travel, and the $29 price point makes it affordable. I’m glad I got it and can definitely recommend it!

Shopping links for both Naked Basics palettes:

Naked2 Basics at Sephora*

Naked2 Basics at Ulta*

Naked2 Basics at Amazon*

Naked Basics at Sephora*

Naked Basics at Ulta*:

11 Responses to "Urban Decay Naked 2 Basics Palette | Review + Demo"

Karen says:

March 22, 2015 at 4:02 am

I just bought this nice compact palette the other day. I wanted something good as a neutral base for me and my daughter for her upcoming wedding day, as we both have totally different skin tones . I was pleased to see you rated it worthy of purchasing. I did a trial with it yesterday on her and loved it’s blend ability. I have added the eye primer you recommended to my husbands shopping list, for the next time he’s in the US.
Loving catching up on your posts after recently finding your blog and videos. Love your detailed testing and as an exblogger and makeup artist , it’s great to see someone writing from our older skin point of view.

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Polly says:

March 18, 2015 at 2:46 pm

I got this for Christmas and love it too, although I do wish for a little sheen — I think matte can be aging. I must thank you for your aquaphor recommendation for nighttime lips. I usually suffer horrible cracked lips during the winter, but not this year! xo

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Wendy says:

March 15, 2015 at 5:29 pm

Thanks for your advice! Since Urban Decay is not available in the Netherlands, I have to rely on reviews before deciding which palette to order. The cooler ones are a better choice. I am sure I will love the Basics2! Thanks again!

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Ava says:

March 9, 2015 at 3:31 pm

How do you like it in comparison to the Tarte eyeshadow pallet? I find that the Tarte blends and doesn’t lose as much shadow from the brush. Just curious on you opinion between the two.

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1. Angie says:
  
  March 15, 2015 at 4:43 pm
  
  I think the quality of the shadows is better in the Tarte Be Mattenificent Limited Edition palette, but they blend about the same and both last. The Tarte palette has more “colorful” shades while the Urban Decay are much more neutral so more limited options from it.
  
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Angela says:

March 7, 2015 at 9:41 pm

Hi Angie I just wanted to tell you that I am 45 and I just found you on utube and I am SO HAPPY I did!! I have already started with many of your suggestions and I see a huge difference!!

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Elaine says:

March 7, 2015 at 8:16 am

Found your blog and YouTube videos recently. Thank you for all your tips and enthusiasm. I recommended you to my readers yesterday at my blog, Mature Chic. maturechic.blogspot.com
Can’t wait to try the matte pallets.

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1. Angie says:
  
  March 15, 2015 at 5:05 pm
  
  Hi Elaine~ Thanks so much for mentioning me on your blog!
  
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Wendy says:

March 7, 2015 at 2:54 am

Hi Angie, would you recommend the Naked Basics or Naked2 Basics palette to someone who needed to choose from the two? I have sagging eyelids with wrinkles ( what fun!). And I am looking for a neutrale palette that will make my eyelids better instead of worse. I think I should go for the creamier Naked Basics. Any thoughts?

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1. Angie says:
  
  March 15, 2015 at 5:07 pm
  
  I’d pick based on the colors rather than the powderyness…. even though the Naked2 is less creamy it blends just as well and looks just as good. It’d be more a decision between warm and cool tones and which look better with your skin tone.
  
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Eva B says:

March 6, 2015 at 9:30 pm

I hardly think $29 for eyeshadow is affordable.

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