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Best & Worst of Estee Lauder Pure Color Envy Lipsticks

Best & Worst of Estee Lauder Pure Color Envy Lipsticks

Estee Lauder Pure Color Envy Lipstick ($30.00 for 0.12 oz.) is a hydrating, pigmented, longer-wearing formula that's comfortable to wear and forgiving applied (meaning: it helps make lips appear smoother, plumper, and healthier, even when they are not in perfect...

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Round-up: Estee Lauder Pure Color Envy Sculpting Blush

Round-up: Estee Lauder Pure Color Envy Sculpting Blush

Estee Lauder Pure Color Envy Sculpting Blush ($26.00 for 0.15 oz.) is available in 16 shades, and I picked up six to try. I might grab a few more next time there's a sale/good event. Here's a look at how well the formula has done! :)

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Estee Lauder Mauve Mystique Pure Color Envy Sculpting Blush

Estee Lauder Mauve Mystique Pure Color Envy Sculpting Blush ($34.00 for 0.25 oz.) is a medium, pinky-plum with subtle, warm undertones and white sparkle. MAC Plum Foolery (P, $24.00) is cooler (95% similar). Makeup Revolution All I Think About is You (P, $5.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar). Black Opal Orchid (P, $8.95) is lighter, warmer (90% similar). MAC Please Yourself (LE, $29.00) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar). Laura Geller Roseberry (P, $28.00) is warmer (85% similar). ColourPop Brut Flute (LE, $8.00) is less shimmery, darker (85% similar). ColourPop Birthday Suit (P, $8.00) is lighter (85% similar). Smith and Cult Cool Pink (P, $24.00) is cooler (85% similar). Buxom Dolly (P, $22.00) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar). Smashbox Plum (LE, ) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar). Estee Lauder Rebel Rose (P, $34.00) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar). Clinique Black Honey Pop (P, $21.00) is warmer (85% similar). Dior Rose Delights (364) (P, $48.00) is less shimmery (85% similar). NARS Ferocious (LE, $30.00) is more shimmery, darker (80% similar). See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Estee Lauder Mauve Mystique Pure Color Envy Sculpting Blush ($34.00 for 0.25 oz.) is a medium, pinky-plum with subtle, warm undertones and white...

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Estee Lauder Wild Sunset Pure Color Envy Sculpting Blush

Estee Lauder Wild Sunset Pure Color Envy Sculpting Blush ($34.00 for 0.25 oz.) is a vibrant, medium-dark pink-coral with warm undertones and a gold, frosted shimmer-sheen finish. theBalm Hot Mama (P, $21.00) is cooler (95% similar). MAC Telling Glow (P, $31.00) is more shimmery (95% similar). Milani Peach of Me (P, $7.99) is less shimmery, warmer (95% similar). Zoeva CR030 (P, ) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar). Becca Snapdragon (DC, $34.00) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar). Clinique Coral Pop (03) (P, $26.50) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar). By Terry Light & Tan Vibes #2 (LE, ) is lighter, cooler (90% similar). Natasha Denona Vibrant Coral & Golden (PiP, $38.00) is more shimmery (90% similar). NARS Fetishized (LE, $30.00) is darker, brighter (90% similar). By Terry Tan & Flash Cruise #2 (LE, ) is lighter, brighter (90% similar). Huda Beauty Rebel Red (P, $25.50) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar). NARS Hard Party (LE, $30.00) is more muted, cooler (90% similar). Tarte Graceful (LE, $29.00) is cooler (90% similar). Kevyn Aucoin Sunset #2 (PiP, ) is lighter (90% similar). Sol Body Wildflower Honey (LE, $12.00) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar). Smith and Cult Universal Peach (P, $24.00) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar). ColourPop Spring Flush (LE, $7.00) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar). Pat McGrath Nude Venus (P, $38.00) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar). Clinique Peach Pop (02) (P, $21.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar). Kevyn Aucoin Sunset (P, $38.00) is lighter (90% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Estee Lauder Wild Sunset Pure Color Envy Sculpting Blush ($34.00 for 0.25 oz.) is a vibrant, medium-dark pink-coral with warm undertones and a gold,...

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Estee Lauder Audacious Plum Pure Color Envy Sculpting Blush

Estee Lauder Audacious Plum Pure Color Envy Sculpting Blush ($34.00 for 0.25 oz.) is a subdued, medium lavender with subtle, warm undertones and a satin finish. Too Faced Skyline (LE, ) is warmer (95% similar). Benefit Hervana (P, $29.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar). Bite Beauty Gelato (P, $24.00) is warmer (90% similar). Makeup Geek Love Letter (P, $10.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar). NARS Robotic (LE, $30.00) is lighter, brighter (90% similar). Urban Decay X-Rated (DC, $26.00) is less shimmery, lighter, brighter (90% similar). Dior Rose (001) (LE, $56.00) is lighter (90% similar). MAC I'm a Lover (P, $23.50) is lighter (85% similar). Clinique Pansy Pop (P, $21.00) is darker, brighter (90% similar). Givenchy It-Girl Purple (P, $44.00) is less shimmery, lighter, brighter (85% similar). Zoeva Gentle Touch (P, $11.80) is lighter (85% similar). ColourPop Olive (LE, $8.00) is lighter, brighter (90% similar). Too Faced Justify My Love (P, $26.00) is lighter, brighter (85% similar). Tarte Dollface (P, $29.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar). Urban Decay Obsessed (DC, $26.00) is lighter, brighter (85% similar). Kevyn Aucoin Ibiza (Right) (PiP, $44.00) is lighter, brighter, cooler (80% similar). MAC Well Dressed (P, $24.00) is more shimmery, lighter, brighter (80% similar). ColourPop Thumper (P, $8.00) is lighter, brighter, cooler (80% similar). theBalm Down Boy (P, $21.00) is lighter, brighter (80% similar). See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Estee Lauder Audacious Plum Pure Color Envy Sculpting Blush ($34.00 for 0.25 oz.) is a subdued, medium lavender with subtle, warm undertones and a...

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Estee Lauder Rebel Rose Pure Color Envy Sculpting Blush

Estee Lauder Rebel Rose Pure Color Envy Sculpting Blush ($34.00 for 0.25 oz.) is a soft, medium rosy plum with subtle, warm undertones and a satin finish. Tarte Does This Thing Really Work? (LE, $29.00) is cooler (95% similar). Tarte Empowering (LE, $29.00) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar). LORAC Caribbean (LE, $23.00) is warmer (90% similar). theBalm Cabana Boy (P, $21.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar). Viseart Plum #2 (PiP, ) is less shimmery (90% similar). Giorgio Armani Cool Mauve (50) (P, $38.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar). Estee Lauder Mauve Mystique (P, $34.00) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar). Too Faced Your Love is King (P, $26.00) is less shimmery, darker, brighter (85% similar). NARS Blissful (P, $30.00) is more shimmery, darker (85% similar). Estee Lauder Alluring Rose (P, $34.00) is warmer (85% similar). Smashbox Plum (LE, ) is darker, warmer (85% similar). KIKO 112 Light Plum (P, $12.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar). Viseart Enamored (Blush) (PiP, ) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar). Buxom Dolly (P, $22.00) is more shimmery, warmer (85% similar). Urban Decay TMI (DC, $26.00) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (85% similar). Urban Decay Fetish (DC, $26.00) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar). Urban Decay Cheap Shot (DC, $26.00) is cooler (85% similar). elf Frequent Flyer (P, $7.00) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (80% similar). Anastasia Blackberry (LE, ) is darker, cooler (80% similar). Smith and Cult Cool Plum (P, $24.00) is less shimmery, darker (80% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Estee Lauder Rebel Rose Pure Color Envy Sculpting Blush ($34.00 for 0.25 oz.) is a soft, medium rosy plum with subtle, warm undertones and a satin...

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Estee Lauder Sensuous Rose Pure Color Envy Sculpting Blush

Estee Lauder Sensuous Rose Pure Color Envy Sculpting Blush ($34.00 for 0.25 oz.) is a light-medium, peachy-brown with warm undertones and a satin finish. Estee Lauder Sensuous Rose (LE, $28.00)(100% similar). Chanel Intense Coral (P, $50.00) is less shimmery, less glossy (95% similar). NARS Fame (LE, $30.00) is more shimmery (90% similar). ColourPop Hen Party (LE, $8.00) is darker, brighter, glossier (90% similar). Tarte Concept (LE, $29.00) is brighter, cooler (90% similar). Makeup Geek Heart Throb (P, $10.00) is cooler (90% similar). Guerlain Petrouchka #7 (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar). Chanel Warm Pink (P, $50.00) is less shimmery, less pigmented, cooler (90% similar). Essence Satin Love (P, $2.99) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar). Hourglass Mood Flush (P, $40.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar). ILIA Ladybird (P, $34.00) is darker, warmer, glossier (90% similar). ColourPop Between the Sheets (P, $8.00) is less shimmery, brighter (90% similar). YSL Corail Rive Gauche (P, $42.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar). MAC Pinch Me (P, $24.00) is darker (85% similar). Guerlain Ors et Merveilles #9 (LE, ) is more shimmery, darker (85% similar). Surratt Beauty Parfait (P, $32.00) is lighter, brighter (85% similar). Hourglass Infinite Flush (LE, $40.00) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar). Make Up For Ever B306 (P, $23.00) is lighter, brighter (85% similar). ColourPop Thnks fr the Mmrs (LE, $8.00) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar). Hourglass Dim Infusion (P, $40.00) is lighter (85% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Estee Lauder Sensuous Rose Pure Color Envy Sculpting Blush ($34.00 for 0.25 oz.) is a light-medium, peachy-brown with warm undertones and a satin...

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Estee Lauder Alluring Rose Pure Color Envy Sculpting Blush

Estee Lauder Alluring Rose Pure Color Envy Sculpting Blush ($34.00 for 0.25 oz.) is a muted, medium-dark pinky mauve with neutral-to-warm undertones and a satin finish. LORAC Caribbean (LE, $23.00) is lighter (95% similar). Laura Geller Roseberry (P, $28.00) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar). Tarte Empowering (LE, $29.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar). MAC Buddy (Shimmer) (LE, $24.00) is more shimmery (90% similar). Tarte Impress (LE, $29.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar). NARS Isadora (LE, $30.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar). Buxom Dolly (P, $22.00) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar). bareMinerals The Love Letter (LE, $22.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar). Hourglass Surreal Halo (LE, $40.00) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar). Viseart Plum #2 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar). Surratt Beauty La Vie En Rose (P, $32.00) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar). Urban Decay Fetish (DC, $26.00) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar). Viseart Enamored (Blush) (PiP, ) is less shimmery (90% similar). Estee Lauder Rebel Rose (P, $34.00) is cooler (85% similar). Tarte Seduce (P, $29.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar). Tarte Exposed (P, $29.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar). Sydney Grace Tangled (P, $9.00) is less shimmery, darker, brighter (85% similar). Tarte Does This Thing Really Work? (LE, $29.00) is darker, cooler (85% similar). Divergent Misty Rose (LE, ) is less shimmery, warmer (85% similar). KIKO 105 Dark Rose (P, $12.00) is darker, more muted (85% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Estee Lauder Alluring Rose Pure Color Envy Sculpting Blush ($34.00 for 0.25 oz.) is a muted, medium-dark pinky mauve with neutral-to-warm undertones...

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Estee Lauder Bronze Goddess Summer Glow Multi-Palette

Estee Lauder Bronze Goddess Summer Glow Multi-Cheek Palette (2016) ($50.00 for 0.40 oz.) includes a highlighter, blush, and contour powder. There is little said about the formula or actual products at all, so I'm rating these as an average product of the type. The...

Estee Lauder Bronze Goddess Summer Glow Multi-Cheek Palette (2016) ($50.00 for 0.40 oz.) includes a highlighter, blush, and contour powder. There is...

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5 Shades of Rose Quartz

5 Shades of Rose Quartz

Not one but two shades were selected as "Color of the Year" by Pantone for 2016. Their decision of choosing two hues, a pastel blue and pink, commonly associated as gender-specific colors, was explained as, "In many parts of the world we are experiencing a gender blur as it relates to fashion, which...

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