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The Electrics Palette Review

Is it all hype—or an underrated artist’s tool?

For some time now, I’ve been wanting to bring more color back into my makeup world. While I’ve been manifesting pigment, my FYP has been flooded with videos featuring Made by Mitchell products—and this brand is nothing but color.

It’s exciting to see a newer brand that feels rooted in artistry, not just trend-chasing. I finally gave in and ordered the Electrics Palette—not once, but accidentally twice (more on that later). So after all that? I had high hopes.

First Impressions: It Did Not Go As Planned

I wasn’t sure what to expect from the consistency of the creams, but I think I was hoping for something like a gel liner with a creamier finish. My first test shade was Sunny Side, a bright orangey marigold. I even had a matching top ready so I could shoot a cute lil look.

But the moment I dipped in with a brush and tried to build it up—it was a mess. The color separated on my skin and gave me nothing. I tried warming it up on the back of my hand using the included spatula (nice touch, in theory), but the product just broke apart. Crumbly. Patchy. Not the smooth, blendable texture I expected.

I could layer a shadow over it to make it wearable, but the base itself was sheer and not nearly as vibrant as the pan suggests.

Second Attempt: Still Not Giving

Round two, I reached for a pink shade to try a bold winged liner. The more I layered, the more it broke apart—again. I was genuinely disappointed and started to wonder if this was just an overhyped palette built on cute packaging and heavy swatches.

Here’s the Real Problem: Where’s the User Education?

I went straight to their page to see if there were tips on how to use these creams. Just swatches. Other creators seemed to be showing looks with the palette, but no real tutorials. It started to feel like one of those products that looks amazing in a flatlay, but lacks performance and guidance for real-world wear.

There’s a difference between artistry-focused and consumer-friendly. And right now, this product doesn’t fully bridge the gap.

But I Wasn’t Giving Up Yet

As I mentioned, I accidentally ordered two palettes—and I am not the girl who does online returns. So this thing was going to work, one way or another.

And honestly? It does. Just not in the way I thought.

How to Actually Use It (IMO)

If you treat this palette like a color base—not a one-swipe product—it works phenomenally. Layer a matching or contrasting shadow on top, and the pigment clings beautifully. The shades come to life, and you can create dimensional, editorial-level looks. It reminds me of something you’d only find at a MAC Pro store back in the day. That kind of artistry.

For artists or makeup enthusiasts, this is a great tool to have in your kit. But if you're expecting swipe-and-go simplicity? This ain't it.

Final Thoughts: A Mixed Bag, But I’m Still Interested

I'm still getting the hang of it, but I’ve been able to create some really pretty looks with it. The texture is tricky, but the versatility is real—especially if you’re layering. I’ll absolutely be trying more from Made by Mitchell (those lip and cheek palettes are calling my name), but I’ll go into it with more realistic expectations next time.