I own some of the big Shany trays, and those eyeshadows are really excellent. This palette is not up to those standards. This palette is overall is decent, but there is a lot variation amongst the shades. I strongly suggest a good primer and/or base with these. The colors are a pretty mix of neutrals, lights and pastels (not too white, fortunately). Most have good to excellent pigmentation. The exception is the pale matte mauve shade in the upper left corner: I have very fair skin, and it does not show up on me at all. The mauve does not build; it's a complete fail. Texture on the lighter shades tends to be powdery but blendable, with quite a bit of fallout. The darker shades are smoother, but still a little powdery, with some fallout. They do not irritate my sensitive eyes. The packaging is basic inexpensive black. It gets the job done, and the pans are glued in securely. My palette arrived quickly and in perfect condition.