RMS Beauty has long established itself as a leader in the beauty industry with a focus on high-performing, skin-friendly formulas and responsibly sourced ingredients. Their Cashmere Matte Eyelights line continues this legacy, offering a unique cream-to-powder eyeshadow housed in a sleek, 8.5 ml artist-style tube.
The packaging itself is noteworthy: crafted from 100% recycled aluminum, it brings a refined, sustainable touch to any makeup bag. Designed with both practicality and artistry in mind, the squeezable tube format makes application easy and precise, unlike a lot of loose powder shadows prone to fallout.
On Texture, Wear, and Application
The formula glides on smoothly and sets quickly to a soft matte finish, making it ideal for those who want a low-maintenance eye look with staying power. Unlike traditional powders, Cashmere Matte Eyelights dries down to a powder-like effect without the dryness or creasing. The pigment does stay put, without flaking or fading.
The shade Mountain Mist is described by RMS as a gray, though in practice, it leans more taupe with soft brown undertones. Upon application, the color appears slightly warmer than expected, though it cools to a more muted grayish-taupe as it sets. For those who favor neutral, versatile tones, it’s a sophisticated, understated shade.
(Informal note: Several in-house testers confirmed the shade, though not sure if it is a consistent batch tone rather than an anomaly.)
If there’s one regret, it’s not having picked up the Wildflower shade, a lavender hue that quickly sold out.
Mountain Mist by cbcIngredient Spotlight
Like many modern cream-to-powder formulas, the Cashmere Matte Eyelights include mica, titanium dioxide, and tin oxide — a mineral blend that helps deliver that smooth, long-wearing finish. While these are commonly used in clean beauty formulations, ingredient purists may want to note the presence of tin oxide, which not every minimalist routine embraces.
That said, RMS formulates without known irritants and continues to meet high standards for gentle, non-toxic beauty. The inclusion of tin oxide supports the smooth matte payoff without compromising comfort — an ingredient trade-off some may find worthwhile for the performance.
Final Thoughts
Clean, vegan, and cruelty-free. RMS continues to deliver on its promise of gentle, quality formulations. At $29, the Cashmere Matte Eyelights tube is a worthy addition for those seeking elegant, wearable understated color with an ingredient-conscious edge.
Editor’s Note: This product was purchased independently and reviewed without sponsorship. All opinions are the author’s own.
