Give Me Glow Foiled Pressed Shadows Reviews & Swatches (Part 5 of 5)

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 22:00:00 GMT

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Terra Moons Cosmic Chameleon Shadows Reviews & Swatches (Part 2 of 2)

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 20:00:00 GMT

Radiation

Terra Moons Radiation Cosmic Chameleon Shadow ($13.00 for 0.05 oz.) is a brighter, minty green base that ran slightly cooler-toned paired with multichrome shimmer that shifted from peachy gold to gold to chartreuse. It had a sparkling, metallic finish with a subtle to moderate shift on the lid.

The consistency was soft, slightly more loosely-pressed compared to other shades in the range, but it applied evenly to bare skin, wasn’t prone to fallout, and blended out without difficulty. It had nearly opaque, buildable color coverage that stayed on nicely for eight hours before creasing visibly.

FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

Top Dupes

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Terra Moons Mint Frosting (P, $8.00) is more muted, cooler (90% similar).
Juvia's Place Zulu #5 (LE, ) is warmer (85% similar).
Sydney Grace Perfect Vacation (P, $6.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
Sydney Grace Tempest (P, $6.00) is lighter, brighter, warmer (85% similar).
ColourPop Haute (Fade Into Hue) (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, warmer (85% similar).
Clionadh Orb (P, $5.25) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
Clionadh Courtyard (P, $12.50) is lighter, warmer (80% similar).
Clionadh Climate Change (P, $5.00) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (80% similar).
Sydney Grace Springtime (P, $6.00) is lighter, warmer (80% similar).
Give Me Glow Kiwi (P, $7.00) is less shimmery, warmer (80% similar).

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Formula Overview

$13.00/0.05 oz. - $260.00 Per Ounce

The formula is supposed to be a cross between "vivid metallic and iridescent chameleon," so they have a stronger color base but a multichrome shift. The brand recommended applying over an eyeshadow primer and in a thin layer to "intensify the shift," though I did not personally find that primer necessarily impacted the shift as they were readily apparent used on their own.

They were richly pigmented with a soft, smooth consistency that was lightly emollient but not too thick or too densely-packed into the pan, so it was easy to pick up product with a dry brush as well as fingertips/dampened brushes if preferred. The eyeshadow applied evenly to bare skin and blended out well along the edges.

The vivid, more colored base helped make these easier to incorporate with other eyeshadows, too, so those who find multichromes daunting may like to start with this type of multichrome. They lasted between seven and eight hours on me before creasing visibly.

Browse all of our Terra Moons Cosmic Chameleon Shadow swatches.

Ingredients

Mica, Silica, Tin oxides, Boron Nitride, Nylon 12, Caranuba Wax, Magnesium Stearate, Dimethicone, Caprylic Triglyceride, Isododecane and Phenoexyethanol.

Disclaimer: Ingredient lists are as available by the brand (or retailer) at the time of publishing. Please always check product packaging, if it exists, for the ingredient list applicable to the product you're purchasing, or the brand or retailer's website for the most up-to-date ingredient list.

Radiation

PPermanent. $13.00.

A-

Product

9.5

Pigmentation

Texture

8.5

Longevity

Application

91%

Total

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Moon Tide

Terra Moons Moon Tide Cosmic Chameleon Shadow ($13.00 for 0.05 oz.) has a brighter, violet base with subtle, cool undertones and a metallic, multichromatic finish that shifted between pinky-purple, blue, and cooler violet. It was richly pigmented with a soft, smooth consistency that wasn’t too firmly-pressed into the pan but wasn’t powdery at all.

It picked up well with a dry brush and had good adhesion to bare skin. The eyeshadow blended out with ease, and I didn’t need to use it wet to get an intense, visible shift. It wore well for eight hours before creasing faintly on me.

FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

Top Dupes

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Clionadh Royalty (P, $12.50) (100% similar).
Huda Beauty Gemstone #9 (PiP, ) is darker, cooler (95% similar).
Clionadh Enamel (P, $10.00) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
Clionadh Sky Lights (P, $6.00) is darker, cooler (85% similar).
Clionadh Crystalline (P, $5.25) is lighter, cooler (85% similar).
Natasha Denona Kinetic (346MC) (LE, ) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
Sugarpill Strangeling (P, $13.00) is lighter, cooler (85% similar).
Urban Decay Omen (P, $19.00) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar).
Sydney Grace Wish (DC, $8.00) is warmer (85% similar).
ColourPop Nouveau (Fade Into Hue) (LE, $4.50) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).

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Formula Overview

$13.00/0.05 oz. - $260.00 Per Ounce

Browse all of our Terra Moons Cosmic Chameleon Shadow swatches.

Ingredients

Mica, Silica, Tin oxides, Boron Nitride, Nylon 12, Caranuba Wax, Magnesium Stearate, Dimethicone, Caprylic Triglyceride, Isododecane and Phenoexyethanol.

Moon Tide

PPermanent. $13.00.

Rec'd

Product

Pigmentation

Texture

8.5

Longevity

Application

97%

Total

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UFO

Terra Moons UFO Cosmic Chameleon Shadow ($13.00 for 0.05 oz.) is a medium-dark purple with subtle, cool undertones and a smooth, metallic sheen. It shifted between peachy-gold, gold, and warmer pink, but it was a subtle shift and took a little more effort to see in person.

It was richly pigmented with a smooth, lightly emollient consistency that wasn’t too firmly nor too softly-pressed into the pan. This shade lasted well for eight hours before creasing a bit on my eye.

FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

Top Dupes

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Terra Moons Alter Ego (P, $17.00) is less shimmery, more muted, warmer (90% similar).
Natasha Denona Kinetic (346MC) (LE, ) is more muted, warmer (85% similar).
Danessa Myricks Adore U (P, $26.00) is less shimmery, darker (85% similar).
Clionadh Spire (P, $19.00) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
Terra Moons Stunt Double (P, $17.00) is darker, warmer (80% similar).
Clionadh Flame-blown (P, $19.00) is warmer (80% similar).
Clionadh Gothic (P, $19.00) is darker, warmer (80% similar).
Sydney Grace Beauregarde (P, $15.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (80% similar).
Clionadh Rosette (P, $19.00) is darker, warmer (80% similar).
Clionadh Crown Glass (P, $19.00) is darker (80% similar).

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Formula Overview

$13.00/0.05 oz. - $260.00 Per Ounce

Browse all of our Terra Moons Cosmic Chameleon Shadow swatches.

Ingredients

Mica, Silica, Tin oxides, Boron Nitride, Nylon 12, Caranuba Wax, Magnesium Stearate, Dimethicone, Caprylic Triglyceride, Isododecane and Phenoexyethanol.

UFO

PPermanent. $13.00.

A-

8.5

Product

Pigmentation

Texture

8.5

Longevity

Application

91%

Total

Terra Moons Radiation Cosmic Chameleon Shadow

Terra Moons Moon Tide Cosmic Chameleon Shadow

Terra Moons UFO Cosmic Chameleon Shadow

Terra Moons Radiation Cosmic Chameleon Shadow

Terra Moons Moon Tide Cosmic Chameleon Shadow

Terra Moons UFO Cosmic Chameleon Shadow

Survey Says... March 3rd, 2021

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 18:30:00 GMT

Happy Wednesday! Here's this week's survey, which you can copy and paste and share as a comment.

Your skin tone/coloring:
Most used eyeshadow palette of all time?
Most used single eyeshadow of all time?
Most used eyeliner of all time?

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MAC Marrakesh-mere & Fashion Emergency Powder Kiss Liquid Lipcolours Reviews & Swatches

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 17:00:00 GMT

Marrakesh-mere

MAC Marrakesh-mere Powder Kiss Liquid Lipcolour ($24.00 for 0.17 oz.) is a medium, coppery-brown with warmer undertones and a satin finish. The liquid lipstick delivered full coverage in a single layer of product, which applied evenly and sat well on my lips.

The consistency felt lightweight, mousse-like with an airy, more whipped texture that was velvety and not overly emollient. It stayed on nicely for five hours and felt lightly hydrating over time, though it did not meet the 10-hour wear claim.

FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

Top Dupes

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Maybelline Spice for Me (P, $7.49) is lighter, glossier (95% similar).
Too Faced Gingerbread Man (LE, $21.00) is lighter, less glossy (95% similar).
Becca Sable (P, $24.00) is lighter, warmer (95% similar).
Giorgio Armani Cedar (206) (P, $38.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
Sephora Girl Gang (36) (P, $13.00) is more shimmery, darker, glossier (90% similar).
MAC Marrakesh (P, $20.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
YSL Equivocal Brown (212) (P, $39.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
MAC Marrakesh-mere (P, $21.00) is lighter (90% similar).
Sephora Autumn Blaze (76) (LE, $8.00) is lighter (90% similar).
ColourPop Get Money (P, $8.00) is lighter, more muted (85% similar).

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Formula Overview

$24.00/0.17 oz. - $141.18 Per Ounce

The formula is supposed to be long-wearing ("10 hours'") with "immediate" moisture while "[blurring] lines and [smoothing] lips" that doesn't settle, crease, flake, or feel drying. Per the brand, one applies using the "hourglass-shaped applicator."

The texture has a more velvety, thicker feel that spreads well and feels plusher with more of a silicone-like glide (if you've tried a silicone-based primer, the feel of it on the lips was similar but creamier). The applicator worked well for applying and distributing product evenly, but it gathered more product than necessary for my lips in a single pull of product to the point where I felt like it over-applied product to the detriment of application.

I had better luck applying product my upper lip (especially around the cupid's bow, as the applicator was better for getting this area) and then pressing my lips together and/or using a fingertip to diffuse and spread out the product to the rest of my lips. This ensured that there wasn't too much product on my lips; too much resulted in the product pilling a bit and being uneven, especially along the inner area of my month, prone to getting on teeth, and sometimes catching on lip texture/imperfections. For reference: all swatch photos are as-applied with the included applicator only.

They were pigmented with most shades being nearly opaque to opaque but a few that fell slightly below. For a more diffused look, you'd want to apply with fingertips or just to the center of the lips and then use a brush or fingertips to blow out the color. The colors went on fairly evenly, and I found most of the time where it did not, it was an issue with an over-application of product (despite just using one pull of product!) and the formula was more forgiving when applied with less product (but that still was plenty to cover my lips with near-full coverage!).

They mattify over time--as the color wore away--and are more transfer-resistant at that point, but the formula itself is a more flexible, though I could definitely feel it on, and has a more satin-like finish for the first couple of hours of wear. I'd recommend blotting gently on the back of your hand (less likely to get tissue bits on your lips that way) to soften and mattify faster, if desired.

The lighter shades didn't wear away as evenly and had more noticeable wear along the center of my lips, while the more mid-tone and deeper shades lasted longer and more evenly as they tended to stain a bit. The wear ranged from five to eight hours, but the formula wasn't providing any "immediate" moisture for me, and after wearing a lot of shades back-to-back, my lips were slightly dehydrated.

Browse all of our MAC Powder Kiss Liquid Lipcolour swatches.

Ingredients

Dimethicone, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Isononyl Isononanoate, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Diisostearyl Malate, Tribehenin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Lecithin, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Isopropyl Myristate, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Polyglyceryl-2 Diisostearate, Sorbitan Isostearate, Dehydroacetic Acid, Isostearic Acid, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Vanillin, [+/- Mica, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491), Iron Oxides (Ci 77492), Iron Oxides (Ci 77499), Blue 1 Lake (Ci 42090), Red 6 (Ci 15850), Red 7 (Ci 15850), Red 22 Lake (Ci 45380), Red 28 Lake (Ci 45410), Red 33 Lake (Ci 17200), Yellow 5 Lake (Ci 19140), Yellow 6 Lake (Ci 15985)]

Marrakesh-mere

PPermanent. $24.00.

A-

9.5

Product

Pigmentation

9.5

Texture

6.5

Longevity

Application

90%

Total

Fashion Emergency

MAC Fashion Emergency Powder Kiss Liquid Lipcolour ($24.00 for 0.17 oz.) is a slightly muted, medium-dark plum with warmer undertones and a satin finish. It had nearly opaque color coverage that applied comfortably across my lips as the texture was lightweight, mousse-like, and spreadable without emphasizing my lip texture or settling noticeably into my lip lines. It wore well for five hours but did not make it anywhere near 10 hours of wear, though the formula was lightly moisturizing to wear.

FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

Top Dupes

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Sephora Labyrinth City (09) (P, $8.00) is lighter (95% similar).
Dior Ultra Crave (843) (P, $37.00) is darker, less glossy (95% similar).
NARS Audrey (P, $34.00) is more shimmery, darker, brighter (95% similar).
ColourPop Angel City (LE, $7.00) is lighter, brighter (95% similar).
MAC Natural Born Leader (LE, $20.00) is lighter (90% similar).
Clinique Cola Pop (P, $19.50) is warmer (90% similar).
Tom Ford Beauty Chadwick (LE, $36.00) is darker (90% similar).
Hourglass I Can't Live Without (P, $34.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
Chanel Endless (132) (P, $40.00) is lighter, less glossy (90% similar).
Sephora Matinee (30) (P, $8.00) is darker, warmer, glossier (90% similar).

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Formula Overview

$24.00/0.17 oz. - $141.18 Per Ounce

Browse all of our MAC Powder Kiss Liquid Lipcolour swatches.

Ingredients

Fashion Emergency

PPermanent. $24.00.

Product

9.5

Pigmentation

Texture

Longevity

Application

86%

Total

MAC Marrakesh-mere Powder Kiss Liquid Lipcolour

MAC Fashion Emergency Powder Kiss Liquid Lipcolour

MAC Marrakesh-mere Powder Kiss Liquid Lipcolour

MAC Fashion Emergency Powder Kiss Liquid Lipcolour

Best New Beauty Products (February 2021)

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 16:00:00 GMT

Here’s a look at the top 25 products reviewed in the month of February, plus a summary of how many products and brands were reviewed and a break out of ratings! ????

I think it’d be fun to go through what we used, purchased, resisted, and so forth each month, here are some questions:

Did anything new get added to your wish list?
What release tempted you the most?
Did you make any new purchases?
Or successfully dupe a new product with something you already own?

Tower 28 Happy Hour BeachPlease Cream Blush Review & Swatches

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 15:00:00 GMT

Happy Hour

Tower 28 Happy Hour BeachPlease Lip + Cheek Cream Blush Tower 28 Happy Hour BeachPlease Lip + Cheek Cream Blush ($20.00 for 0.158 oz.) is a bright, medium-dark pink with warmer undertones and a dewy finish. The texture felt lightly emollient, more like a traditional cream blush so it wasn’t too thin or too slippery, which helped it apply nicely over bare skin as well as over foundation without being prone to lifting up products it was layered on top of.

It had semi-sheer, buildable color payoff that applied evenly and blended out beautifully as a cream blush. The finish was dewy despite the formula drying down and no longer feeling emollient within 20 seconds of application. The product lasted well for eight and a half hours on my cheeks.

As a lip product, it had more medium, buildable color coverage that applied fairly evenly and wasn’t as prone to catching on my lip imperfections as other shades in the range but was not as flattering as other lip products on the market due to the thinner feel on my lips. It stayed on well for three and a half hours and felt neither drying nor hydrating.

FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

Top Dupes

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Fenty Beauty Strawberry Drip (P, $20.00) is more shimmery, warmer, less glossy (95% similar).
ColourPop Mic Drop (P, $8.00) is darker (95% similar).
Salt New York Cranberry (P, $16.00) is darker, more muted, cooler (90% similar).
NYX Desert Rose (DC, $5.00) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
Tom Ford Beauty Exotic Flora (Top) (LE, ) is more shimmery, cooler, less glossy (90% similar).
NARS Angel Pride III (LE, $30.00) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
Rare Beauty Nearly Mauve (P, $21.00) is darker, more muted, less glossy (85% similar).
MAC Painted Canyon (LE, $24.00) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
Becca Pamplemousse (LE, $32.00) is more shimmery, warmer, less glossy (85% similar).
ColourPop Hotline (P, $7.00) is warmer (85% similar).

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Formula Overview

$20.00/0.158 oz. - $126.58 Per Ounce

The formula is supposed to have "buildable color" with a "luminous, second-skin finish" that can be used on lips and cheeks. They seem quite pigmented initially, but they are more buildable coverage than they are intense coverage as the moderately emollient consistency readily sheers out in practice. This is likely how most people want their cream blushes to work, as it makes the formula easy to work with as it's quite blendable but can easily be built up for higher coverage where needed.

As a cream blush, the finish was dewy, but it had dried down and no longer felt emollient to the touch, which yielded better longevity on my skin. The formula sings as a cream blush, which would be the purpose I'd recommend these for. They applied evenly and blended out nicely on bare skin as well as over foundation as it did not lift up base products. They lasted around eight hours for most shades before fading--not sliding--on me.

As a lip product, the finish was less dewy and looked more satin. They're weaker as a lip product than a cream blush as the product was more prone to separating along my lip lines or catching on imperfections with so-so wear. They were comfortable enough to wear, as they were thin but not clingy, with color that lasted two to three hours. I did not find it hydrating as a lip product.

Browse all of our Tower 28 BeachPlease Lip + Cheek Tinted Balm swatches.

Ingredients

Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Zea Mays (Corn) Starch, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Wax, Diisostearyl Malate, Triisostearyl Citrate, Microcrystalline Wax (Cera Microcristallina), Jojoba Esters, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Extract, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Acacia Decurrens Flower Wax, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Tocopherol, Polyglycerin-3, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin. MAY CONTAIN: Iron Oxides (CI 77491), Iron Oxides (CI 77492), Iron Oxides (CI 77499), Red 7 Lake (CI 15850), Red 22 Lake (CI 45380), Red 30 Lake (CI 73360), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891).

Happy Hour

PPermanent. $20.00.

A-

Product

Pigmentation

Texture

8.5

Longevity

Application

92%

Total

Tower 28 Happy Hour BeachPlease Lip + Cheek Tinted Balm

Dermstore Beauty Refresh Event 2021: Up to 20% Off!

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 13:01:59 GMT

It’s that time of the year again: Dermstore’s Beauty Refresh Event is live with many brands discounted at 20% with others between 10 and 15%. There are some brands that are excluded, and some of the excluded brands offer 2X points instead. Use code GLOWUP, ends 3/10.

Some of my personal favorites that are included in the sale:

I purchased Allies of Skin 35% Vitamin C+ Perfecting Serum and Molecular Savior Probiotics Treatment Mist. I also grabbed First Aid Beauty’s KP Bump Eraser Body Scrub for hubby. I’m on contemplating whether on I’ll purchase anything else since I am… more than appropriately stocked on skincare, so I’ve been trying to slow down purchases there!

Any must-haves? Skin saviors? I’d love to hear about any purchases/repurchases you might make!

20% Off

15% Off

2X Points

Dermstore Beauty Refresh Event 2021: Up to 20% Off!

How do you apply cream or liquid highlighter?

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 13:00:00 GMT

Like cream blushes, I use fingertips whenever I’m working with it as a standalone highlighter (on tops of cheek bones and the like) as I find it easy, fast, and foolproof for even results. I tend to mix in liquid highlighter with my base products, though, so then it’s just applying all-over with...

— Christine

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MAC Moss Definitely & Black Mirror Pro Longwear Paint Pots Reviews & Swatches

Tue, 02 Mar 2021 22:00:00 GMT

Moss Definitely

MAC Moss Definitely Pro Longwear Paint Pot ($23.00 for 0.17 oz.) is a darker, forest green with subtle, warm undertones and cooler, emerald green pearl throughout. The consistency was very emollient, which resulted in a product that was more blendable and spreadable, but it applied unevenly and had sheer coverage that did not want to build up much. I didn’t have improved results despite trying fingertips as well as different types of brushes for application. It started to crease a bit on me after nine hours of wear.

FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

Top Dupes

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Sydney Grace Palm Trees (P, $5.00) is more shimmery, darker (95% similar).
L'Oreal Golden Emerald (P, $7.99) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
Make Up For Ever D306 Bottle Green (DC, $21.00) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
Kat Von D Lemmy (LE, ) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
Make Up For Ever D306 Bottle Green (P, $17.00) is more shimmery, brighter (90% similar).
Natasha Denona Bottle Green (15M) (PiP, $29.00) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
Pat McGrath VR Emerald (LE, $25.00) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
Linda Hallberg Cosmetics Lakuna (LE, ) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
Urban Decay Protest (-, $19.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
Pat McGrath Blitz Emerald (PiP, $25.00) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).

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Formula Overview

$23.00/0.17 oz. - $135.29 Per Ounce

The formula is supposed to be "highly pigmented, long-wearing, blendable" and can be used as either an "eye primer" or as a "cream shadow." The brand says it's supposed to wear for "24 hours" without flaking or creasing.

The matte finish is most consistent in performance and tended to perform better than the shades with some level of shimmer. The matte shades were lightly creamy to slightly stiffer to work with, and with the stiffer ones, I preferred using a brush to get the initial product out of the jar and then use a fingertip to furiously diffuse the product. The matte shades were typically semi-opaque to opaque in coverage and longer-wearing--12 to 14 hours before showing a bit of fading--but were varying degrees of blendable (related to how creamy the initial texture was).

The shimmery finish, particularly more pearlescent/metallic, were significantly more emollient than the matte shades, and this led to sheerer coverage that often applied unevenly and was difficult to apply with precision. They were best applied in thin layers and built up, but the results were inconsistent and varied a lot between shades. I didn't find that they applied any better using brushes over fingertips or vice versa. The wear of the shimmer shades was shorter, too, and there was often a bit of creasing within 10 hours of wear.

With 24-hour wear claims like this, I wear for as long as I'm awake, but I don't want to sleep in makeup, so I extrapolate based on the state of it at 16-hours. (Plus, it is rare that products actually go as long as 12, let alone 16, hours without some sign(s) of wear.) I don't recall this product having a specific, 24-hour wear claim before (and my prior reviews don't mention it, just that it was "long-wearing"), so ratings did change for certain shades as a result.

Browse all of our MAC Pro Longwear Paint Pot swatches.

Ingredients

Isododecane, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Dimethicone, Polyethylene, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Quaternium-90 Bentonite, Dimethicone Silylate, Silica, Octyldodecanol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Lecithin, Trihydroxystearin, Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) WaxCera CarnaubaCire De Carnauba, Propylene Carbonate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Tin Oxide, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, [+/- Mica, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499), Aluminum Powder (Ci 77000), Bismuth Oxychloride (Ci 77163), Blue 1 Lake (Ci 42090), Bronze Powder (Ci 77400), Carmine (Ci 75470), Chromium Hydroxide Green (Ci 77289), Chromium Oxide Greens (Ci 77288), Ferric Ammonium Ferrocyanide (Ci 77510), Ferric Ferrocyanide (Ci 77510), Manganese Violet (Ci 77742), Ultramarines (Ci 77007), Yellow 5 Lake (Ci 19140)]

Moss Definitely

PPermanent. $23.00.

Product

Pigmentation

Texture

Longevity

Application

44%

Total

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Black Mirror

MAC Black Mirror Pro Longwear Paint Pot ($23.00 for 0.17 oz.) is a medium black with neutral undertones and a flat, matte finish. It had semi-opaque pigmentation that was buildable, but the texture was drier and stiffer to work with. I’d recommend using a synthetic brush to dig around and get product out, and then use a fingertip to soften the edges.

It would be easier to work with as an eyeliner or applied on the lid for a cut-crease look, as it was just difficult to diffuse the edges as it was almost set as soon as it was in contact with my skin. It wore well for 12 and a half hours before starting to fade slightly, though I didn’t see creasing until after 15 hours of wear; not quite 24 hours, but it seemed like it would have visible product by the end of that time period.

FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

Top Dupes

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LORAC Ink (PiP, ) is darker (95% similar).
ColourPop Defiant (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, darker, glossier (95% similar).
Laura Mercier Tuxedo (LE, $23.00) is cooler (90% similar).
Charlotte Tilbury Super Nudes Date Eye (Smoke) (PiP, ) is more shimmery, darker, glossier (90% similar).
Lancome It list (PiP, $19.00) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
Tom Ford Beauty Mink Mirage #4 (PiP, ) is cooler (90% similar).
Dior New Look #5 (PiP, ) is darker (90% similar).
Lethal Cosmetics Transmutation (P, $6.00) is darker (90% similar).
Urban Decay Les (LE, $19.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
Milani Naughty-Night (PiP, $5.99) is darker, cooler (90% similar).

View Swatches

Formula Overview

$23.00/0.17 oz. - $135.29 Per Ounce

Browse all of our MAC Pro Longwear Paint Pot swatches.

Ingredients

Black Mirror

PPermanent. $23.00.

C-

6.5

Product

Pigmentation

6.5

Texture

Longevity

3.5

Application

72%

Total

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Terra Moons Phoenix, Red Giant, Saturn's Rings Iridescent Chameleons Reviews & Swatches

Tue, 02 Mar 2021 20:00:00 GMT

Phoenix

Terra Moons Phoenix Iridescent Chameleon Shadow ($17.00 for 0.05 oz.) has a transparent base with multichromatic shimmer that shifted between pastel orange, warmer gold, and aqua-blue paired with a metallic finish. The texture was soft, smooth, and blendable without being too softly nor too firmly-pressed into the pan. It had opaque pigmentation that stayed on nicely for eight hours before fading visibly.

FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

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Clionadh Gilding (P, $7.75) is more muted (95% similar).
Danessa Myricks Crazy 4 U (P, $26.00) is more shimmery, darker, more muted (90% similar).
Terra Moons Timeshift (P, $17.00) is less shimmery (90% similar).
Clionadh Illumination (P, $8.50) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
Clionadh Halo (P, $14.25) is darker, more muted, warmer (90% similar).
Terra Moons Saturn's Rings (P, $17.00) is less shimmery, more muted, cooler (90% similar).
Clionadh Candela (P, $8.50) is cooler (90% similar).
Terra Moons Lunar Spectrum (P, $17.00) is lighter, cooler (85% similar).
Terra Moons Astral (P, $17.00) is less shimmery, more muted, cooler (85% similar).
Clionadh Chandelier (P, $10.00) is more shimmery, more muted, cooler (85% similar).

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Formula Overview

$17.00/0.05 oz. - $340.00 Per Ounce

The formula is supposed to shift in the light, and while they "appear whit ein the pan," they are, in fact, different applied and when viewed. The brand recommended to apply over a "dark base" for a more "intense color shift."

The textures were soft, lightly emollient but a smidgen more loosely-pressed compared to some of the brand's other shimmery eyeshadows/multichromes. They had semi-opaque to opaque, buildable color coverage that could also be applied with a fluffy brush or fingertip for more of a wash of color/shimmer if desired. They wore between seven and eight hours before fading and/or creasing slightly on me.

Browse all of our Terra Moons Iridescent Chameleon Shadow swatches.

Ingredients

Mica, Silica, Tin oxides, Boron Nitride, Nylon 12, Caranuba Wax, Magnesium Stearate, Dimethicone, Caprylic Triglyceride, Isododecane and Phenoexyethanol.

Phoenix

PPermanent. $17.00.

9.5

Product

Pigmentation

9.5

Texture

8.5

Longevity

Application

94%

Total

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Red Giant

Terra Moons Red Giant Iridescent Chameleon Shadow ($17.00 for 0.05 oz.) has a transparent base with multichromatic shimmer that shifted between darker, warm pink, lighter, peachy-coral, and peachy-gold. The color coverage was fully opaque in a single layer, while the texture was smooth to the touch, lightly emollient but not overly dense, so it was easy to work with. There were signs of creasing apparent after eight hours of wear.

FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

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Danessa Myricks Lust (P, $26.00) is darker (95% similar).
Clionadh Ray (P, $14.25) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
Clionadh Gleam (P, $7.75) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
Morphe Stardust (P, $14.00) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
Clionadh Fuse (P, $12.50) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
Pat McGrath Iridescent Pink 003 (LE, $25.00) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
Clionadh Aura (P, $14.25) is cooler (90% similar).
Laura Geller Diamond Dust (P, $26.00) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar).
Terra Moons Europa (P, $8.00) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar).
Pat McGrath Iridescent Pink (003) (PiP, $65.00) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar).

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Formula Overview

$17.00/0.05 oz. - $340.00 Per Ounce

Browse all of our Terra Moons Iridescent Chameleon Shadow swatches.

Ingredients

Mica, Silica, Tin oxides, Boron Nitride, Nylon 12, Caranuba Wax, Magnesium Stearate, Dimethicone, Caprylic Triglyceride, Isododecane and Phenoexyethanol.

Red Giant

PPermanent. $17.00.

9.5

Product

Pigmentation

9.5

Texture

8.5

Longevity

Application

94%

Total

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Saturn's Rings

Terra Moons Saturn’s Rings Iridescent Chameleon Shadow ($17.00 for 0.05 oz.) has a transparent base with multichromatic shimmer that shifted between silvery lilac, sky blue, and greenish-yellow paired with a metallic finish. The eyeshadow had a soft, lightly emollient consistency that had good adhesion but was still softer in the pan, so I’d use a lighter hand to pick up product initially, though I didn’t find it particularly powdery or prone to fallout. It had rich pigmentation that wore well for eight hours before creasing slightly.

FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

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Danessa Myricks Bae (P, $26.00) is more shimmery, darker, more muted (90% similar).
Clionadh Lux (P, $14.25) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
Terra Moons Little Dipper (P, $13.00) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
Clionadh Spectrum (P, $14.25) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
Clionadh Candela (P, $8.50) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
Clionadh Circuit (P, $12.50) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
Clionadh Chromatic (P, $14.25) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
Clionadh Glint (P, $7.75) is more shimmery (90% similar).
Terra Moons Timeshift (P, $17.00) is warmer (90% similar).
Danessa Myricks Passion (P, $26.00) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar).

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Formula Overview

$17.00/0.05 oz. - $340.00 Per Ounce

Browse all of our Terra Moons Iridescent Chameleon Shadow swatches.

Ingredients

Mica, Silica, Tin oxides, Boron Nitride, Nylon 12, Caranuba Wax, Magnesium Stearate, Dimethicone, Caprylic Triglyceride, Isododecane and Phenoexyethanol.

Saturn's Rings

PPermanent. $17.00.

9.5

Product

Pigmentation

9.5

Texture

8.5

Longevity

Application

94%

Total

Terra Moons Phoenix Iridescent Chameleon Shadow

Terra Moons Red Giant Iridescent Chameleon Shadow

Terra Moons Saturn's Rings Iridescent Chameleon Shadow

Terra Moons Phoenix Iridescent Chameleon Shadow

Terra Moons Red Giant Iridescent Chameleon Shadow

Terra Moons Saturn's Rings Iridescent Chameleon Shadow

This Week in Dupes, Vol. 132

Tue, 02 Mar 2021 18:30:00 GMT

Did a product catch your eye this week? Check out dupes for the most loved and most wanted products between February 23rd and March 1st before you buy!

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Estee Lauder Genius, Unpredictable, Light Heart Illuminating Shine Lipsticks Reviews & Swatches

Tue, 02 Mar 2021 17:00:00 GMT

Genius (913)

Estee Lauder Genius (913) Pure Color Illuminating Shine ($32.00 for 0.06 oz.) is a muted, lighter red with subtle, warm undertones and a luminous finish. It had medium pigmentation in one layer, which could be built up to semi-opaque coverage with a second layer.

The texture was moderately emollient, creamy, and more balm-like, which made it comfortable to apply and to wear. Thankfully, it didn’t settle noticeably into my lip lines and gave my lips a smoother, plusher look. It wore well for four hours and felt moisturizing while worn.

FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

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Cle de Peau Red Carpet (LE, $65.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
Givenchy Rouge Interdit (13) (P, $34.00) is brighter, less glossy (90% similar).
Burberry Cherry Red (301) (P, $34.00) is cooler (90% similar).
Laura Mercier Vivien (LE, $26.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
MAC Life's Blood (DC, $21.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
Tom Ford Beauty Jasmin Rouge (P, $55.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
Tom Ford Beauty Bella (LE, $36.00) is cooler, less glossy (85% similar).
Gucci Beauty Eadie Scarlet (502) (P, $42.00) is more shimmery, lighter, more muted (85% similar).
Milani Fantasy (P, $8.99) is cooler (85% similar).
Gucci Beauty Diana Amber (508) (P, $42.00) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar).

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Formula Overview

$32.00/0.06 oz. - $533.33 Per Ounce

The formula is supposed to have "sheer to medium, buildable" coverage with "hydrating shine" while helping to "reduce fine, dry lines and lip flakiness." The majority of the shades had more medium, buildable coverage that could be built up to nearly opaque coverage.

The lighter shades were the least forgiving and sometimes emphasized or gathered around lip lines and lip texture, while mid-tone and deeper shades often applied beautifully with even coverage and in a way that made my lips appear smoother and plusher. The consistency was lightweight with moderate slip and felt like a lipstick-lip balm hybrid as a result, and the finish was glossier and more luminous (without being overtly shimmery/pearly).

They were comfortable and hydrating to wear, though they were shorter-wearing due to the amount of slip, so most shades wore for three hours with a few of the richer and deeper shades lasting almost five hours on me. They had a sweet, vanilla-like scent but no discernible taste.

Browse all of our Estee Lauder Pure Color Illuminating Shine swatches.

Ingredients

Diisostearyl Malate, Tridecyl Trimellitate, Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate, Phenylpropyldimethylsiloxysilicate, Polyethylene, Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides, Octyldodecanol, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Salicornia Herbacea Extract, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Extract, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12, Ceramide Ng, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Bran Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Tribehenin, Polydecene, Hexyl Laurate, Cholesterol, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Glyceryl Stearate, Oleic Acid, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Palmitic Acid, Sorbitan Isostearate, Lecithin, Peg-10 Phytosterol, Lauryl Methacrylate/Glycol Dimethacrylate Crosspolymer, Hexylene Glycol, Potassium Sulfate, Saccharin, Vanillin, Fragrance (Parfum), Bht, Phenoxyethanol, [+/- Mica, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491), Iron Oxides (Ci 77492), Iron Oxides (Ci 77499), Yellow 5 Lake (Ci 19140), Red 28 Lake (Ci 45410), Red 7 Lake (Ci 15850), Yellow 6 Lake (Ci 15985), Manganese Violet (Ci 77742), Red 27 (Ci 45410), Red 6 (Ci 15850), Red 22 Lake (Ci 45380), Red 30 Lake (Ci 73360), Carmine (Ci 75470), Bismuth Oxychloride (Ci 77163), Red 33 Lake (Ci 17200), Red

Genius (913)

PPermanent. $32.00.

B+

Product

Pigmentation

Texture

8.5

Longevity

Application

88%

Total

Unpredictable (914)

Estee Lauder Unpredictable (914) Pure Color Illuminating Shine ($32.00 for 0.06 oz.) is a bright, medium-dark red with warm, orange undertones and a luminous sheen. The texture was lightweight, creamy, and smooth with moderate slip, which helped it glide readily over my lips but it felt a little balm-like and less lipstick-like as it didn’t adhere as strongly.

It had semi-opaque color payoff that could be layered for full opacity, though this was more pigmentation than marketed. It lasted nicely for four and a half hours and felt hydrating over time.

FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

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Hourglass I Still (P, $34.00) is brighter, less glossy (90% similar).
NARS Carmen (P, $34.00) is lighter, less glossy (90% similar).
Chanel Camelia Rouge (357) (LE, $40.00) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
Shiseido Firecracker (219) (P, $26.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
YSL Scout's Red (124) (LE, $38.00) is lighter, cooler, less glossy (90% similar).
Estee Lauder Excite (P, $32.00) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
Rare Beauty Inspire (P, $20.00) is lighter, less glossy (90% similar).
Hourglass I Crave (P, $34.00) is lighter, less glossy (90% similar).
Urban Decay No-Tell Motel (P, $18.00) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
Charlotte Tilbury Lucky Cherry (LE, $34.00) is lighter, cooler, less glossy (90% similar).

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Formula Overview

$32.00/0.06 oz. - $533.33 Per Ounce

Browse all of our Estee Lauder Pure Color Illuminating Shine swatches.

Ingredients

Unpredictable (914)

PPermanent. $32.00.

Rec'd

B+

9.5

Product

Pigmentation

9.5

Texture

Longevity

Application

89%

Total

Light Heart (917)

Estee Lauder Light Heart (917) Pure Color Illuminating Shine ($32.00 for 0.06 oz.) is a medium-dark copper with strong, warm orange undertones and a cream finish. This shade wasn’t quite as glossy in its finish as most shades in the range. The texture was lightweight, creamy, and smooth, which helped it apply comfortably across my lips without dragging.

It yielded nearly opaque pigmentation in a single layer, rather than the sheer coverage marketed, but those who don’t mind the boost in coverage likely will enjoy this shade. The color stayed on well for four and a half hours and felt moisturizing while worn.

FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

Top Dupes

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ColourPop Fee Fi Fo (LE, $7.00) is lighter, less glossy (95% similar).
Estee Lauder Persuasive (333) (P, $32.00) is warmer (95% similar).
Hourglass I'll Forever (LE, $34.00) is darker, more muted, warmer (90% similar).
Giorgio Armani Fiamma (205) (P, $38.00) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
YSL Rouge Libre (1966) (LE, $38.00) is darker (90% similar).
Hourglass Loves All of You (LE, $34.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
Coloured Raine Queendom (P, $17.00) is lighter, warmer, less glossy (90% similar).
Giorgio Armani Redwood (415) (P, $38.00) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
Shiseido Lantern Red (220) (P, $26.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
Becca Rouge (P, $24.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).

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Formula Overview

$32.00/0.06 oz. - $533.33 Per Ounce

Browse all of our Estee Lauder Pure Color Illuminating Shine swatches.

Ingredients

Light Heart (917)

PPermanent. $32.00.

Rec'd

B+

9.5

Product

6.5

Pigmentation

Texture

Longevity

Application

89%

Total

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Tue, 02 Mar 2021 13:00:00 GMT

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Sephora Sale: Interesting Finds | Updated 3/2/2021

Tue, 02 Mar 2021 12:45:00 GMT

I thought it’d be useful to put together a post of interesting finds currently in Sephora’s sale sectionSephora’s sale section… along with relevant links to reviews/swatches — and then update this one post on an ongoing basis!

For a limited time–ends March 9th–these are on sale!

Marc Jacobs Beauty Highliners Marc Jacobs Beauty Highliners, now $15 (was $26)

Eye Products on Sale

Huda Beauty Obsessions Palettes Huda Beauty Obsessions Palettes, now $19 (was $27)
Marc Jacobs See-quins Eyeshadow Marc Jacobs See-quins Eyeshadow, now $13 (was $28)
Marc Jacobs Highligher Liquid Eyeliner Marc Jacobs Highligher Liquid Eyeliner, now $19 (was $27)
Marc Jacobs Highliner Glam Glitter Gel Eyeliner Marc Jacobs Highliner Glam Glitter Gel Eyeliner. now $12.50 (was $25)
Melt Cosmetics Stacks Melt Cosmetics Stacks, now $33.50 (was $48) — Shape Shift, Haze, Gun Metal stacks
Natasha Denona Chroma Crystal Eyeshadow Natasha Denona Chroma Crystal Eyeshadow, now $12.50 (was $25)
Sephora PRO Palettes Sephora PRO Palettes, now $34 (was $68)

Face Products on Sale

beautyblender Bounce Liquid Whip Foundation beautyblender Bounce Liquid Whip Foundation, now $20 (was $40)
Fenty Fenty Glow Trio Fenty Fenty Glow Trio, now $29.50 (was $42)
Fenty Killawatt Foil Freestyle Highlighters Fenty Killawatt Foil Freestyle Highlighters, now $18 (was $36)
Marc Jacobs Air Blush Marc Jacobs Air Blush, now $29 (was $42)
Marc Jacobs Very Merry Cherry Foil Luminizer Marc Jacobs Very Merry Cherry Foil Luminizer, now $34 (was $49)
Natasha Denona Diamond & Blush Palette Natasha Denona Diamond & Blush Palette, now $44 (was $89)

Lip Products on Sale

Bite Beauty Crystal Creme Shimmer Crayon Bite Beauty Crystal Creme Shimmer Crayon, now $12 (was $24)
Fenty Beauty Mattemoiselle Lipstick Fenty Beauty Mattemoiselle Lipstick, now $9 (was $18)
Huda Beauty Power Bullet Metallic Huda Beauty Power Bullet Metallic, now $10.50 (was $21)
Kosas Air Heart Lipstick Kosas Air Heart Lipstick, now $12 (was $17)
Marc Jacobs Le Marc Lip Creme Marc Jacobs Le Marc Lip Creme, now $19.50 (was $32)
Marc Jacobs Enamored Hi-Shine Lipgloss Marc Jacobs Enamored Hi-Shine Lipgloss, now $20 (was $29)
Marc Jacobs Enamored Lip Gloss Stick Marc Jacobs Enamored Lip Gloss Stick, now $20 (was $29)
Melt Cosmetics Lipstick Melt Cosmetics Lipstick, now $10 (was $19)
Smashbox Be Legendary Lipstick Smashbox Be Legendary Lipstick, now $14 (was $21) (select shades)
Surratt Lip Lustre Surratt Lip Lustre, now $16 (was $32) (select shades)

Skincare Products on Sale

Skincare Sets Skincare Sets, 20% to 50% off

Danessa Myricks Romance, Titanium, Wonderland Colorfix Metallic Reviews & Swatches

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 22:00:00 GMT

Romance

Danessa Myricks Romance Colorfix Metallic ($18.00 for 0.34 oz.) is a medium-dark pink with warmer, more coppery undertones and a soft, metallic sheen. It had opaque pigmentation in a single layer, which applied evenly and easily to bare skin regardless of whether I was applying it to eyes, lips, or cheeks.

The texture was lightweight, fluid and thin but not runny, and I found this was one of the more forgiving shades. It dried down quickly, as marketed, but I found it was more blendable overall–perhaps the finer pearl in it–so it was very usable as a cheek color (which was often where other shades were less visibly blended out).

It wore nicely for 10 hours as an eyeshadow, nine hours as a cheek color, and five hours as a lip product. The color applied evenly to my lips without emphasizing lip texture, and it dried down to be transfer-resistant but felt semi-flexible, though a little drying over time.

FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

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City Color Ladylike (P, $6.99) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (95% similar).
Tom Ford Beauty Venus Rising (LE, $46.00) is more shimmery, warmer (95% similar).
Huda Beauty Provocative (PiP, ) is more shimmery (95% similar).
ColourPop A La Mode (PiP, ) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
LORAC Begonia (PiP, $19.00) is cooler (90% similar).
Urban Decay Buzz (PiP, $19.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
Sydney Grace Shine Bright (P, $6.00) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
Sephora Rose (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar).
NARS Firenze (P, $22.00) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar).
ColourPop The Scales (LE, $6.00) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar).

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Formula Overview

$18.00/0.34 oz. - $52.94 Per Ounce

The formula is a cream product that is supposed to be "highly pigmented," "smudge proof," "waterproof, and "rapid drying." They're multi-purpose products that can be used on the eyes, lips, and cheeks (though note: the Foil finish includes plastic, or PET, glitter, which is technically not considered eye safe via FDA).

The key takeaway with this formula is that they really do mean "rapid drying" -- it is both a pro and a con, but you have to work quickly and efficiently when using this product on the skin where one might want to diffuse, spread, or blend out edges. While the brand is consumer-friendly, this product is particularly favored by makeup artists, and I did feel like there was a learning curve with them.

Some shades dry a little faster than others, and once they dry down, they are pretty smudge proof as marketed, so they don't want to be moved. Attempts to blend them out after they set often resulted in the product lifting off the skin. They are also, typically, quite pigmented, so one should exercise caution when applying to cheeks initially. I found that some of the more sparkly shades were sheerer.

The consistency was thin, lightweight, and a runnier cream, which meant that it was easy to squeeze out more product than desired from the tube for the uninitiated. After a few uses, I was able to dial in the pressure I needed to squeeze out the product and was consistently able to get what I needed from there.

Eyes

Depending on the intensity of the shade relative to your skin tone and whether you wanted a sheerer or more opaque end result, fingertips or synthetic brushes would be the primary tools. I found that I often preferred to put a little product on the back of my hand and then used either my fingertips (for more all-over application) or a brush (for more precise or opaque application). For precision and ease of use (as my fingertips are a little large compared to my eye size), I liked fluffy, synthetic brushes to diffuse the edges or sheer out the product.

Some of the Foil shades in particular tended to a little thicker and tackier when applied, and I wasn't always able to maneuver them evenly. They seemed to work better as an accent, like on the inner tear duct or on the middle of the lid.

The majority of shades were very pigmented, fairly blendable, and long-wearing, while most shades lasted 10 hours without fading, creasing, or flaking. I did feel like my eyelids got a little drier from wearing several of these shades for multiple days in a row.

Lips

They applied a lot better to lips than I anticipated, as I often find that multi-purpose products do well on one or two areas but rarely all of them. The product applied well with a fingertip or a lip brush, though for speed, I liked using a fingertip. The majority of the shades applied evenly, didn't emphasize my lip texture/lip lines, and were comfortable enough to wear.

The dry down was noticeable, but the product had light tackiness, though I didn't have issues with the color lift up. Despite having more of a liquid lipstick kind of dry down, it still felt lighter-weight and was flexible, which is what made it more comfortable to wear. I didn't see marks left on my glass, and they easily lasted through a cup of coffee. Most shades seemed to wear for six hours or longer on me.

The more sparkly shades with less opacity tended to be least even and felt tackier, and if I pressed and rubbed my lips together, it seemed like some product moved a bit.

Cheeks

As cheek application tends to be sheerer, rather than full coverage, applying the more pigmented shades to cheeks took some getting used it as one has to work quickly and start with way less than you need. I preferred using my fingertips for applying the products as a blush or highlighter, as the warmth helped to give me a slightly longer working time, but it was also more forgiving and easier to sheer out/spread rapidly.

The wear time on cheeks was comparable with eyes (so around 10 hours of good wear).

Editor's note: I don't know why I didn't make this connection previously (at some point, I was aware they were multi-use), as I bought these as cream eyeshadows for review. If I had to go back and do swatches of each shade on cheeks and lips, I might never, ever review (based on the volume of other products I have in the queue), so while I tested each shade for application, pigmentation, longevity, etc. for all three purposes, you will only find a skin swatch.

Browse all of our Danessa Myricks Colorfix Metallic swatches.

Ingredients

Isododecane, Cyclopentasiloxane, Isononyl Isononanate, C30-45 Alkyl Methicone, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Silver, Silica, Cyclopentasiloxane (and) Disteardimonium Hectorite (and) Propylene Carbonate, Dimethicone, PARAFFIN, Tocopheryl Acetate, Mica, Phenoxyethanol,Titanium Dioxide CI 77891, Iron oxidesCI77491, Ultramarines CI 77007, CI 77742, Iron oxidesCI77495

Romance

PPermanent. $18.00.

Product

Pigmentation

Texture

9.5

Longevity

Application

94%

Total

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Titanium

Danessa Myricks Titanium Colorfix Metallic ($18.00 for 0.34 oz.) is a bright, cooler pewter with an intense, metallic finish. The texture seemed to have slightly larger shimmer/sparkle, which resulted in a chunkier consistency compared to most shades I’ve tried in the formula. When I used less, rather than more, product, I was able to get a smoother, more even result that didn’t appear chunky and didn’t emphasize lid/skin texture.

It had opaque pigmentation paired with a creamy, lightweight, and thinner consistency that dried down very quickly. The dry down was fast enough that it was harder to work with as a cheek product–even relative to other shades–but somehow managed to work beautifully as a lip product as it didn’t settle or separate along my lip lines (which more metallic products can do more often).

This shade stayed on well for 10 hours as an eyeshadow, nine hours as a cheek color, and five and a half hours as a lip product, though it was a little drying as a lip product.

FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

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ColourPop Game Changer (LE, $4.50) is warmer (90% similar).
Buxom Made of Jade (P, $12.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
Clionadh Elixir (P, $5.25) is warmer (90% similar).
Chanel Titane (38) (P, $30.00) is less shimmery, warmer (85% similar).
Sydney Grace Under the Sea (LE, $6.00) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
Tom Ford Beauty Double Indemnity #2 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
Devinah Cosmetics Serpent (P, $5.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
Give Me Glow Spring Fling (P, $7.00) is warmer (85% similar).
Natasha Denona True Gold (20M) (P, $29.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
Auric Ego (Powder) (PiP, ) is lighter, warmer (80% similar).

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$18.00/0.34 oz. - $52.94 Per Ounce

Eyes

Lips

The more sparkly shades with less opacity tended to be least even and felt tackier, and if I pressed and rubbed my lips together, it seemed like some product moved a bit.

Cheeks

The wear time on cheeks was comparable with eyes (so around 10 hours of good wear).

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Ingredients

Titanium

PPermanent. $18.00.

A-

8.5

Product

Pigmentation

8.5

Texture

9.5

Longevity

Application

90%

Total

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Wonderland

Danessa Myricks Wonderland Colorfix Metallic ($18.00 for 0.34 oz.) is a deep purple with a warmer, berry-ish base with a pearly-like finish. It was a lot less metallic than it was more satin-to-pearl, especially when diffused and blended out. While it was a deeper, more vivid shade, that reddish base that came through was a lot easier to diffuse and blend out than anticipated.

The product yielded full color payoff that adhered evenly to bare skin, but I would recommend using a very small amount if working with it as a cheek product or where one wanted a very diffused, blended edge. I’d then go back and add more product just where I wanted greater coverage. The texture was thin, lightweight, and spreadable with a little runniness but not the point where it inhibited application. It was quick to dry down and set in place, where it was no longer blendable, which was as marketed.

It lasted well for 10 hours as an eyeshadow, nine hours as a cheek color, and six hours as a lip product. The color went on evenly and set quickly without emphasizing my lip texture, and it did leave behind a stain after removal but felt a little drying as well.

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Sydney Grace Awakening (DC, $8.00) is more shimmery, lighter (85% similar).
Sydney Grace Awakening (P, $8.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (85% similar).
Stila Violet Vixen (P, $24.00) is more shimmery, lighter, brighter (80% similar).
Chanel Au Fil des Fleurs #4 (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (80% similar).
ColourPop Bow Down (PiP, $6.00) is lighter (80% similar).
Viseart Agate (GPV2 #10) (LE, ) is more shimmery, warmer (80% similar).
Dior Temptation (184) (P, $29.50) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (80% similar).
City Color G*psy (P, $6.99) is more shimmery, lighter, brighter (80% similar).
Viseart Prune (PiP, ) is more shimmery, lighter (80% similar).
Sydney Grace Awake (P, $5.00) is lighter, brighter, warmer (80% similar).

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Formula Overview

$18.00/0.34 oz. - $52.94 Per Ounce

Eyes

Lips

The more sparkly shades with less opacity tended to be least even and felt tackier, and if I pressed and rubbed my lips together, it seemed like some product moved a bit.

Cheeks

The wear time on cheeks was comparable with eyes (so around 10 hours of good wear).

Browse all of our Danessa Myricks Colorfix Metallic swatches.

Ingredients

Wonderland

PPermanent. $18.00.

Product

Pigmentation

Texture

Longevity

4.5

Application

94%

Total

Danessa Myricks Romance Colorfix Metallic

Danessa Myricks Titanium Colorfix Metallic

Danessa Myricks Wonderland Colorfix Metallic

Danessa Myricks Romance Colorfix Metallic

Danessa Myricks Titanium Colorfix Metallic

Danessa Myricks Wonderland Colorfix Metallic

Terra Moons Astral, Eon, Euphoria Iridescent Chameleons Reviews & Swatches

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 20:00:00 GMT

Astral

Terra Moons Astral Iridescent Chameleon Shadow ($17.00 for 0.05 oz.) has a transparent base with multichromatic shimmer that shifted between pinky-coral, peach, gold, and a touch of green. The green was really hard to see in person; it ranged more from pinker-peach to warmer peach with a bit of a “cooler” gold at the more extreme end of the shifting spectrum.

It had rich color payoff in a single layer, which adhered evenly and smoothly to bare skin. The texture was soft, smooth, and lightly emollient with good adhesion and minimal fallout but was easy to pick up with a dry brush and to blend out. It stayed on well for eight hours before fading a bit.

FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

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Terra Moons Solar Flare (P, $17.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
Clionadh Circuit (P, $12.50) is cooler (90% similar).
Clionadh Electrocute (P, $12.50) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
Clionadh Chandelier (P, $10.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (85% similar).
Terra Moons Meteorite (P, $8.00) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
Clionadh Gloaming (P, $7.75) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (85% similar).
Terra Moons Phoenix (P, $17.00) is more shimmery, brighter, warmer (85% similar).
Danessa Myricks Everlasting (P, $26.00) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
Clionadh Gilding (P, $7.75) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (85% similar).
Terra Moons Saturn's Rings (P, $17.00) is darker, warmer (85% similar).

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Formula Overview

$17.00/0.05 oz. - $340.00 Per Ounce

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Ingredients

Mica, Silica, Tin oxides, Boron Nitride, Nylon 12, Caranuba Wax, Magnesium Stearate, Dimethicone, Caprylic Triglyceride, Isododecane and Phenoexyethanol.

Astral

PPermanent. $17.00.

9.5

Product

Pigmentation

9.5

Texture

8.5

Longevity

Application

94%

Total

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Eon

Terra Moons Eon Iridescent Chameleon Shadow ($17.00 for 0.05 oz.) has a transparent base with multichromatic shimmer that shifted between soft gold, cooler yellow, and bright chartreuse. It had opaque pigmentation that applied evenly to bare skin and blended out with little effort without fallout being a concern. The texture was soft to the touch, lightly emollient but not overly dense or too firmly-pressed into the pan. It wore nicely for eight hours before creasing faintly.

FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

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Clionadh Spectrum (P, $14.25) is less shimmery (95% similar).
Terra Moons Solar Flare (P, $17.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
Terra Moons Timeshift (P, $17.00) is lighter (90% similar).
Terra Moons Lunar Spectrum (P, $17.00) is cooler (90% similar).
Danessa Myricks Passion (P, $26.00) is more shimmery, more muted, cooler (85% similar).
Clionadh Gilding (P, $7.75) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar).
Terra Moons Phoenix (P, $17.00) is more shimmery, lighter, brighter (85% similar).
Clionadh Chromatic (P, $14.25) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
Clionadh Candela (P, $8.50) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar).
Clionadh Lux (P, $14.25) is more shimmery, cooler (85% similar).

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Formula Overview

$17.00/0.05 oz. - $340.00 Per Ounce

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Ingredients

Mica, Silica, Tin oxides, Boron Nitride, Nylon 12, Caranuba Wax, Magnesium Stearate, Dimethicone, Caprylic Triglyceride, Isododecane and Phenoexyethanol.

Eon

PPermanent. $17.00.

Product

Pigmentation

Texture

8.5

Longevity

Application

97%

Total

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Euphoria

Terra Moons Euphoria Iridescent Chameleon Shadow ($17.00 for 0.05 oz.) has a transparent base with multichromatic shimmer that shifted between pink-leaning lavender, bluer lavender, and silvery lilac. The “blue-green” was harder for me to see in person–it tended to look almost iridescent with a mix of lighter and darker pink/lavender particles.

It had a more sparkly finish, so there was a touch of fallout during application but didn’t seem to cause issues during wear. The texture was soft, smooth, and lightly emollient, which made it easy to work with. It had semi-opaque, buildable pigmentation that applied evenly and lasted well for eight hours before fading a bit.

FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

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Clionadh Spark (P, $12.50) is less shimmery (95% similar).
Terra Moons Zero Gravity (P, $17.00) is cooler (90% similar).
Clionadh Aura (P, $14.25) is warmer (90% similar).
Danessa Myricks Young Love (P, $26.00) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
Clionadh Glisten (P, $7.75) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
Clionadh Breaker (P, $12.50) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
Clionadh Umbra (P, $8.50) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
Clionadh Glimmer (P, $8.50) is lighter, cooler (85% similar).
ColourPop Lumi (PiP, $4.50) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar).
JD Glow Synopsis (P, $16.50) is more shimmery, warmer (85% similar).

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Formula Overview

$17.00/0.05 oz. - $340.00 Per Ounce

Browse all of our Terra Moons Iridescent Chameleon Shadow swatches.

Ingredients

Mica, Silica, Tin oxides, Boron Nitride, Nylon 12, Caranuba Wax, Magnesium Stearate, Dimethicone, Caprylic Triglyceride, Isododecane and Phenoexyethanol.

Euphoria

PPermanent. $17.00.

B+

Product

8.5

Pigmentation

Texture

8.5

Longevity

Application

89%

Total

Terra Moons Astral Iridescent Chameleon Shadow

Terra Moons Eon Iridescent Chameleon Shadow

Terra Moons Euphoria Iridescent Chameleon Shadow

Terra Moons Astral Iridescent Chameleon Shadow

Terra Moons Eon Iridescent Chameleon Shadow

Terra Moons Euphoria Iridescent Chameleon Shadow

What do you like about shimmery blushes? What don't you like?

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 18:30:00 GMT

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Shimmery Blushes

My comfort zone! I love a highlighting blush–two steps in one, easier to blend, and often quite pigmented (without being too intense to work with!).

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MAC Teddy 2.0, Sheer Outrage, Brickthrough Powder Kiss Lipsticks Reviews & Swatches

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 17:00:00 GMT

Teddy 2.0

MAC Teddy 2.0 Powder Kiss Lipstick ($21.00 for 0.1 oz.) is a darker, peachyb eige with warm undertones and a semi-matte finish. It had semi-opaque pigmentation that adhered well to my lips and glided across them smoothing as the texture was lightweight, thin, and velvety.

The lipstick sat decently on my lips but was a little more prone to emphasizing my natural lip texture, so you’ll definitely want to ensure you’ve properly exfoliated and I’d skip this shade if you have naturally drier lips (with cracking, flaking, or peeling). It wore decently for three hours and felt non-drying.

FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

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Anastasia Kiss (P, $18.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
NARS Maria Carla (LE, $27.00) is lighter (85% similar).
Tom Ford Beauty Universal Appeal (P, $54.00) is warmer (85% similar).
ColourPop With the Band (P, $7.00) is warmer (85% similar).
NARS Justine (LE, $27.00) is darker, cooler (85% similar).
ColourPop Mija (LE, $7.00) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
Sephora Melon (P, $14.00) is lighter, warmer (80% similar).
Tarte Homeslice (P, $20.00) is darker, warmer (80% similar).
NARS Bad Girl (LE, $27.00) is lighter, warmer (80% similar).
ColourPop Party Wave (LE, $6.00) is darker, warmer (80% similar).

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Formula Overview

$21.00/0.1 oz. - $210.00 Per Ounce

MAC Powder Kiss Lipstick ($19.00 for 0.10 oz.) is supposed to feel "weightless" with a "blur of effortless soft-focus color." Per the brand, the formula "provides immediate and long-term hydration" while "blur[ring] lines and smooth[ing] lips" and having "zero-shine." They have a bit of shine and slip; I wouldn't call them zero-shine so much as very smooth and more like a natural or soft matte finish. Like any finish with slight shine, they did wear down to a more, flat matte finish within an hour or so of wear. The consistency was lightweight, thin, and velvety with a bit of slip (a little like a silicone primer to me) and was comfortable to wear with a non-drying to lightly hydrating feel.

The pigmentation ranged from semi-opaque to opaque with deeper shades having more coverage. There were a few very light shades, which did not apply as evenly and had a tendency to catch on any imperfections on my lips, whereas the deeper shades went on more smoothly and looked more flattering on as they were less likely to emphasize texture. They lasted between two and a half and six hours with deeper shades, unsurprisingly, lasting longer than the ultra-light ones.

I personally found the scent of these to be noticeably different, both that it was sweeter and less vanilla-based but I also got a strong rubber scent that came through. The scent did not linger for long, so it wasn't something that I detected throughout the wear, but it had a strong, sweet taste that was present until it was gone. Other readers who have smelled the formula in person did not catch any rubber/off-putting scent (my husband thought it smelled weird, not bad per se, but couldn't be more specific), and when I went back to double check each shade, each one of mine still had that rubbery note.

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Ingredients

Dimethicone, Tridecyl Trimellitate, Polyethylene, Phenyl Trimethicone, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Zeolite, Kaolin, Alumina, Silica, Silica Dimethyl Silylate (Nano), Polysilicone-11, Caprylyl Glycol, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Flavor (Aroma), Sodium Saccharin, Tocopherol, [+/- Mica, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491), Iron Oxides (Ci 77492), Iron Oxides (Ci 77499), Bismuth Oxychloride (Ci 77163), Blue 1 Lake (Ci 42090), Carmine (Ci 75470), Orange 5 Lake (Ci 45370), Red 6 (Ci 15850), Red 21 (Ci 45380), Red 28 (Ci 45410), Red 30 (Ci 73360), Red 6 Lake (Ci 15850), Red 7 Lake (Ci 15850), Red 22 Lake (Ci 45380), Red 28 Lake (Ci 45410), Red 30 Lake (Ci 73360), Red 33 Lake (Ci 17200), Yellow 5 Lake (Ci 19140), Yellow 6 Lake (Ci 15985)]

Teddy 2.0

PPermanent. $21.00.

B-

Product

Pigmentation

7.5

Texture

7.5

Longevity

Application

82%

Total

Sheer Outrage

MAC Sheer Outrage Powder Kiss Lipstick ($21.00 for 0.1 oz.) is a light-medium pink-coral with moderate, warm undertones and a semi-matte finish. It had medium to semi-opaque color payoff that applied without streaking, but the texture was more prone to pilling and looked almost “crumbly” on my lips.

There was also some product that pulled into my lip lines, which became more apparent over time (in person). The lipstick felt lightweight, thin, and more velvety, much like other shades in the formula, but the way it sat on my lips was unflattering. This shade lasted for three and a half hours on me and felt neither drying nor hydrating.

FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

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Pat McGrath Amour (LE, $38.00) is lighter, glossier (95% similar).
NARS Joyride (LE, $26.00) is warmer (95% similar).
Becca Melon (P, $24.00) is more shimmery, darker, glossier (95% similar).
Tom Ford Beauty Cherry (LE, $36.00) is more shimmery, glossier (95% similar).
Guerlain #588 (P, $33.00) is more shimmery, warmer, glossier (90% similar).
Chanel Imperturbable (65) (P, $40.00) is more shimmery, warmer, glossier (90% similar).
Hermes Rose Inoui (27) (LE, $72.00) is lighter (90% similar).
NARS Niagara (P, $26.00) is darker, more muted (90% similar).
ColourPop Schnookums (LE, $7.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
Revlon Pink in the Afternoon (P, $8.49) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).

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Formula Overview

$21.00/0.1 oz. - $210.00 Per Ounce

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Ingredients

Sheer Outrage

PPermanent. $21.00.

Product

Pigmentation

Texture

Longevity

Application

76%

Total

Brickthrough

MAC Brickthrough Powder Kiss Lipstick ($21.00 for 0.1 oz.) is a muted, medium coral with moderate, warm undertones and leaned just barely pink paired with a semi-matte finish. It had semi-opaque color coverage in one layer, which applied evenly and smoothly across my lips without emphasizing my natural texture.

The lipstick felt lightweight, thin, and velvety without being too clingy, though there was the smallest amount of product visible in my deeper lip lines in the photos, I didn’t notice it in person. It stayed on well for four hours and felt non-drying.

FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

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ColourPop Mrs. (LE, $7.00) is cooler (95% similar).
Charlotte Tilbury Too Bad I'm Bad (P, $34.00) is warmer (95% similar).
ColourPop Y2K (P, $7.50) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
Sephora Flamingo (P, $14.00) is more muted, warmer (90% similar).
Charlotte Tilbury Rose Kiss (LE, $34.00) is darker (90% similar).
ColourPop Mesmerize (P, $7.50) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
ColourPop Beast (LE, $8.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
Pat McGrath Beautiful Stranger (P, $38.00) is lighter (85% similar).
ColourPop Goal Digger (P, $6.00) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
Shiseido J-Pop (210) (P, $26.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).

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Formula Overview

$21.00/0.1 oz. - $210.00 Per Ounce

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Ingredients

Brickthrough

PPermanent. $21.00.

A-

Product

Pigmentation

Texture

8.5

Longevity

Application

90%

Total

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PPermanent. $13.00.

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PPermanent. $13.00.

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PPermanent. $13.00.

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PPermanent. $24.00.

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PPermanent. $24.00.

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PPermanent. $23.00.

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PPermanent. $23.00.

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Terra Moons Phoenix, Red Giant, Saturn's Rings Iridescent Chameleons Reviews & Swatches

Phoenix

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PPermanent. $17.00.

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PPermanent. $17.00.

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