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Makeup Revolution Radiant Lights Vivid Baked Highlighter Powder

Makeup Revolution Radiant Lights Vivid Baked Highlighter Powder ($6.00 for 0.26 oz.) is a light, pinky-beige with warm undertones and a luminous sheen. L'Oreal Rose (P, $12.99) is more shimmery (90% similar). Tarte Gleam (PiP, ) is more shimmery, cooler (95% similar). Kevyn Aucoin Candlelight (P, $44.00) is less shimmery (90% similar). bareMinerals The Five Star Treatment (LE, $26.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar). NARS Rêve Salé II (LE, ) is warmer (90% similar). Tarte Crafty (LE, $29.00) is more shimmery (90% similar). Wet 'n' Wild Halo, Goodbye (P, $5.99) is cooler (90% similar). Cle de Peau Bal Masque (LE, $120.00) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar). ColourPop Smoke 'n Whistles (P, $10.00) is more shimmery (90% similar). Sephora Light Beam (02) (P, $14.00) is less shimmery (90% similar). Urban Decay Luminous (P, $30.00) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar). Charlotte Tilbury Illuminating Glow (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar). Cle de Peau Delicate Pink (14) (P, $55.00) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar). Chanel Beiges Ombres Tissees (LE, $75.00) is darker (90% similar). NARS Sunstreak (LE, $30.00) is cooler (95% similar). Pat McGrath Sunset Nectar (LE, $48.00) is darker (90% similar). Tarte Spellbound Glow (LE, $30.00) is more shimmery (95% similar). Hourglass Incandescent Strobe Light (P, $40.00) is less shimmery (90% similar). Looxi Beauty La Belle (P, $7.50) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar). Laura Mercier Highlight 01 (P, ) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Makeup Revolution Radiant Lights Vivid Baked Highlighter Powder ($6.00 for 0.26 oz.) is a light, pinky-beige with warm undertones and a luminous...

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Makeup Geek Infatuation Blush

Makeup Geek Infatuation Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a medium brown with warm, orange undertones and a mostly matte finish. Surratt Beauty Chaleur (P, $32.00) is darker (95% similar). Zoeva Burning Up (P, $11.80) is cooler (95% similar). NARS Dream Place (LE, $30.00) is less shimmery, cooler (95% similar). MAC Pleasure Model (LE, $31.00) is more shimmery, darker, brighter (90% similar). MAC Bad Girl Gone Good (LE, $24.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar). NARS Get Lost (LE, $30.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar). Iconic London Fresh Faced (P, $27.00) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar). Chanel Destiny (61) (DC, $38.00) is less shimmery, warmer, glossier (90% similar). ColourPop Roosevelt (P, $8.00) is less shimmery, cooler, glossier (90% similar). Victoria Beckham Beauty Playground (P, $42.00) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar). Makeup Geek Infatuation (DC, $9.99) is lighter (90% similar). By Terry Savannah Love #5 (LE, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar). ColourPop Kiss Kiss (P, $7.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar). NARS Spin Off (LE, $30.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar). By Terry Tropical Sunset #6 (LE, ) is lighter (90% similar). ColourPop Instant Crush (P, $7.00) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar). ColourPop Meteor Rite (LE, $12.00) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar). ColourPop Spot Me (LE, $8.00) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar). ColourPop Fashion District (LE, $12.00) is lighter, more muted (90% similar). The Estee Edit First Lover (01) (P, $28.00) is more muted, cooler (90% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Makeup Geek Infatuation Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a medium brown with warm, orange undertones and a mostly matte finish. Surratt Beauty Chaleur (P, $32.00) is darker (95% similar). Zoeva Burning Up (P, $11.80) is cooler (95% similar). NARS Dream Place (LE, $30.00) is less shimmery, cooler (95% similar). MAC Pleasure Model (LE, $31.00) is more shimmery, darker, brighter (90% similar). MAC Bad Girl Gone Good (LE, $24.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar). NARS Get Lost (LE, $30.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar). Iconic London Fresh Faced (P, $27.00) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar). Chanel Destiny (61) (DC, $38.00) is less shimmery, warmer, glossier (90% similar). ColourPop Roosevelt (P, $8.00) is less shimmery, cooler, glossier (90% similar). Victoria Beckham Beauty Playground (P, $42.00) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar). Makeup Geek Infatuation (DC, $9.99) is lighter (90% similar). By Terry Savannah Love #5 (LE, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar). ColourPop Kiss Kiss (P, $7.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar). NARS Spin Off (LE, $30.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar). By Terry Tropical Sunset #6 (LE, ) is lighter (90% similar). ColourPop Instant Crush (P, $7.00) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar). ColourPop Meteor Rite (LE, $12.00) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar). ColourPop Spot Me (LE, $8.00) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar). ColourPop Fashion District (LE, $12.00) is lighter, more muted (90% similar). The Estee Edit First Lover (01) (P, $28.00) is more muted, cooler (90% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

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Makeup Revolution Golden Lights Vivid Baked Highlighter Powder

Makeup Revolution Golden Lights Vivid Baked Highlighter Powder ($6.00 for 0.26 oz.) is a white gold with strong, yellow-gold shimmer. Moira Sweet Champagne (P, $14.00) is more shimmery (95% similar). Makeup Revolution Holographic Lights (P, $6.00) is lighter (95% similar). Huda Beauty Santorini (LE, ) is lighter, warmer (95% similar). Coloured Raine No Flash Needed (P, $25.00) is more shimmery, darker (95% similar). Fenty Beauty Sidechick (P, $28.00) is less shimmery (95% similar). LORAC Star Reader (LE, $23.00) is darker (95% similar). ColourPop Extra (LE, $12.00) is warmer (95% similar). Give Me Glow Halo (P, $17.25) is more shimmery, cooler (95% similar). NARS Albatross (P, $38.00) is less shimmery (95% similar). Sephora Stardust (01) (P, $14.00) is less shimmery (95% similar). J. Cat Beauty White Goddess (-, $9.00) is less shimmery (95% similar). Wet 'n' Wild Winter Bloom (LE, $4.99) is less shimmery, cooler (95% similar). Becca Pearl Flashes Gold (LE, $34.00) is more shimmery (95% similar). Anastasia Helia (PiP, ) is more shimmery (95% similar). Anastasia Marshmallow (LE, ) is more shimmery (95% similar). Becca Citrine (LE, $38.00) is more shimmery (95% similar). MAC Gold FX (LE, $31.00) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar). ColourPop Jelly Roll (PiP, $10.00) is less shimmery (90% similar). Burberry Metallic Pearl No. 1 (LE, $35.00) is less shimmery, less pigmented (90% similar). Charlotte Tilbury Lightgasm Highlight (LE, ) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Makeup Revolution Golden Lights Vivid Baked Highlighter Powder ($6.00 for 0.26 oz.) is a white gold with strong, yellow-gold shimmer. [written_dupes...

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Makeup Geek Desire Blush

Makeup Geek Desire Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a deep, reddish plum with warm undertones and a mostly matte finish. Anastasia Blackberry (LE, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar). Make Up For Ever S502 (P, $23.00) is lighter (90% similar). Bite Beauty Biscotti (P, $24.00) is lighter, glossier (95% similar). LORAC Infrared (P, $23.00) is warmer (90% similar). Lethal Cosmetics Corolline (P, $15.50) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar). Cover FX Sweet Mulberry (Left) (PiP, ) is lighter (90% similar). elf Frequent Flyer (P, $7.00) is more shimmery, darker (85% similar). MAC Fever (P, $24.00) is lighter, brighter (85% similar). Giorgio Armani Cool Plum (61) (P, $38.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar). MAC Restores Dazzle (LE, $21.00) is cooler, glossier (85% similar). Giorgio Armani Cool Mauve (50) (P, $38.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar). ColourPop Sweet Cinnamon (PiP, $12.00) is darker, warmer (80% similar). Phytosurgence Condensate (P, $17.07) is lighter, warmer (80% similar). Chanel Plum Attraction (LE, $45.00) is warmer (80% similar). Rare Beauty Faith (P, $23.00)(80% similar). Phytosurgence Exothermic (P, $17.07) is warmer (80% similar). NARS Debbie Harry Blush (LE, $30.00) is more shimmery (85% similar). See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Makeup Geek Desire Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a deep, reddish plum with warm undertones and a mostly matte finish. Anastasia Blackberry (LE, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar). Make Up For Ever S502 (P, $23.00) is lighter (90% similar). Bite Beauty Biscotti (P, $24.00) is lighter, glossier (95% similar). LORAC Infrared (P, $23.00) is warmer (90% similar). Lethal Cosmetics Corolline (P, $15.50) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar). Cover FX Sweet Mulberry (Left) (PiP, ) is lighter (90% similar). elf Frequent Flyer (P, $7.00) is more shimmery, darker (85% similar). MAC Fever (P, $24.00) is lighter, brighter (85% similar). Giorgio Armani Cool Plum (61) (P, $38.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar). MAC Restores Dazzle (LE, $21.00) is cooler, glossier (85% similar). Giorgio Armani Cool Mauve (50) (P, $38.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar). ColourPop Sweet Cinnamon (PiP, $12.00) is darker, warmer (80% similar). Phytosurgence Condensate (P, $17.07) is lighter, warmer (80% similar). Chanel Plum Attraction (LE, $45.00) is warmer (80% similar). Rare Beauty Faith (P, $23.00)(80% similar). Phytosurgence Exothermic (P, $17.07) is warmer (80% similar). NARS Debbie Harry Blush (LE, $30.00) is more shimmery (85% similar). See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

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Makeup Geek Covet Blush

Makeup Geek Covet Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a medium-dark, coral-red with warm undertones and a barely-there golden sheen. Tom Ford Beauty Ravish (P, $60.00) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (95% similar). MAC Gleeful (P, $29.00) is brighter, cooler (95% similar). Patrick Ta She's Baked (Powder) (PiP, ) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar). Tom Ford Beauty Ravish (Discontinued) (DC, $60.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar). NARS Out There (LE, $30.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar). MAC Fleet Fast (LE, $24.00) is lighter (90% similar). Bite Beauty Brioche (P, $24.00) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar). Huda Beauty Sassy Saffron (P, $21.00) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar). LORAC Rose (LE, $23.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar). Bite Beauty Cerise (P, $24.00) is less shimmery, glossier (90% similar). Phytosurgence Sublimate (P, $17.07) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar). Chanel Rouge Profond (320) (P, $45.00) is less shimmery, cooler (85% similar). Chanel Malice (71) (P, $45.00) is lighter, brighter (85% similar). MAC Autoerotique (LE, $31.00) is lighter (85% similar). Hourglass Surreal Halo (LE, $40.00) is lighter, more muted (85% similar). Sydney Grace Tangled (P, $9.00) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar). NARS Isadora (LE, $30.00) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar). Make Up For Ever S404 (P, $23.00) is darker, more muted (85% similar). Clinique Ginger Pop (01) (P, $21.00) is lighter, brighter, warmer (85% similar). Dior Plum Pop (11) (LE, $48.00) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Makeup Geek Covet Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a medium-dark, coral-red with warm undertones and a barely-there golden sheen. [written_dupes...

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BH Cosmetics Foil Eyes Eyeshadow Palette

BH Cosmetics Foil Eyes Eyeshadow Palette ($19.00 for 1.58 oz.) contains 28, metallic eyeshadows. I picked this up a couple of months ago, because it was getting a lot of buzz, and I've been really impressed by the quality overall. Only a few shades had issues, and they...

BH Cosmetics Foil Eyes Eyeshadow Palette ($19.00 for 1.58 oz.) contains 28, metallic eyeshadows. I picked this up a couple of months ago, because it...

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Makeup Geek Chivalry Blush

Makeup Geek Chivalry Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a dark, reddish brown with warm undertones and a satin finish. MAC Sweet As Cocoa (P, $24.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar). Bite Beauty Anise (P, $24.00) is glossier (90% similar). MAC Raizin (P, $24.00) is warmer (90% similar). MAC Swiss Chocolate (P, $24.00) is warmer (85% similar). Viseart Bronze #3 (PiP, ) is more shimmery, lighter (85% similar). ColourPop Currently (DC, $12.00) is lighter (90% similar). Make Up For Ever S404 (P, $23.00) is cooler (85% similar). Anastasia Vegas (LE, ) is lighter, brighter (85% similar). Chanel Canaille (89) (LE, $45.00) is more shimmery, lighter, brighter (80% similar). NARS Melina (Contour) (PiP, ) is darker, cooler (80% similar). Anastasia Chocolate (LE, ) is lighter (80% similar). ColourPop Swift (P, $8.00) is lighter, brighter, warmer (80% similar). Patrick Ta She's So LA (Powder) (PiP, ) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (80% similar). MAC Humour Me (P, $29.00) is lighter, cooler (80% similar). See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Makeup Geek Chivalry Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a dark, reddish brown with warm undertones and a satin finish. MAC Sweet As Cocoa (P, $24.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar). Bite Beauty Anise (P, $24.00) is glossier (90% similar). MAC Raizin (P, $24.00) is warmer (90% similar). MAC Swiss Chocolate (P, $24.00) is warmer (85% similar). Viseart Bronze #3 (PiP, ) is more shimmery, lighter (85% similar). ColourPop Currently (DC, $12.00) is lighter (90% similar). Make Up For Ever S404 (P, $23.00) is cooler (85% similar). Anastasia Vegas (LE, ) is lighter, brighter (85% similar). Chanel Canaille (89) (LE, $45.00) is more shimmery, lighter, brighter (80% similar). NARS Melina (Contour) (PiP, ) is darker, cooler (80% similar). Anastasia Chocolate (LE, ) is lighter (80% similar). ColourPop Swift (P, $8.00) is lighter, brighter, warmer (80% similar). Patrick Ta She's So LA (Powder) (PiP, ) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (80% similar). MAC Humour Me (P, $29.00) is lighter, cooler (80% similar). See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

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Sneak Peek: Makeup Revolution Vivid Baked Highlighters & Bronzers Photos & Swatches

Sneak Peek: Makeup Revolution Vivid Baked Highlighters & Bronzers Photos & Swatches

I'm hoping to test these later this month or into August, but I thought I'd share swatches now: there are three shades for Makeup Revolution Vivid Baked Highlighter ($6.00 for 0.26 oz.) and Makeup Revolution Vivid Baked Bronzer ($6.00 for...

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Makeup Geek Cherish Blush

Makeup Geek Cherish Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a soft, light-medium rosy pink with strong, warm undertones and a matte finish. LORAC Prism (P, $23.00) is less shimmery (95% similar). Catrice I Am Nuts About You (P, $5.99) is lighter (95% similar). Tarte Trustworthy (LE, $29.00) is more shimmery (95% similar). Tarte Unleashed (LE, $29.00) is warmer (90% similar). Make Up For Ever S300 (P, $23.00) is lighter, brighter (90% similar). Benefit Sunny (P, $29.00) is warmer (90% similar). Zoeva Shy Beauty (P, $11.80) is lighter (90% similar). Estee Lauder Lover's Blush (P, $34.00) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar). Smashbox Petunia (LE, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar). MAC Spellbinder (LE, $24.00) is more shimmery, brighter (85% similar). NARS Sex Appeal (PiP, $30.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar). Tarte Dainty (LE, $29.00) is lighter (85% similar). bareMinerals The Spring Fling (LE, $22.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar). Tarte Breathless (LE, $29.00) is warmer (85% similar). MAC Shy One (LE, $24.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar). ColourPop Frisky Business (LE, $12.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar). MAC Simply Bliss (LE, $24.00) is warmer (85% similar). bareMinerals The Summer Fling (LE, $22.00) is warmer (85% similar). Physicians Formula Vintage Rouge (P, $12.99) is lighter, brighter, warmer (85% similar). bareMinerals Inner Beauty (LE, ) is lighter (85% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Makeup Geek Cherish Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a soft, light-medium rosy pink with strong, warm undertones and a matte finish. [written_dupes...

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Catrice Champagne Campaign Highlighting Powder

Catrice Champagne Campaign Highlighting Powder ($5.99 for 0.17 oz.) is a very light, golden beige with warm undertones and a soft sheen. ColourPop Dreamscape (LE, $12.00) is more shimmery (95% similar). MAC Climax (LE, ) is less shimmery (95% similar). Wet 'n' Wild Blossom Glow (P, $4.99) is more shimmery (95% similar). Viseart Highlight #1 (PiP, ) is less shimmery (95% similar). MAC Silver Dusk (LE, $29.00) is less shimmery (95% similar). ColourPop Moon Peach (LE, $10.00) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar). Cle de Peau Bal Masque (LE, $120.00) is lighter (95% similar). MAC Tutu (LE, $42.00) is more shimmery (90% similar). NARS Sunstreak (LE, $30.00) is darker (90% similar). Cle de Peau Almond (16) (P, $55.00)(90% similar). Anastasia Eclipse (PiP, ) is more shimmery (90% similar). ColourPop Releve (LE, $5.00) is less shimmery (90% similar). Makeup Revolution Peach Lights (P, $6.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar). Anastasia Pink Diamond (P, $34.00) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar). ColourPop Horse and Carriage (LE, $12.00) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar). Tarte Glow (Tarteist) (LE, ) is less shimmery (90% similar). Too Faced Peach Pearl (PiP, ) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar). Makeup by Mario Pearl (P, $28.00) is lighter (90% similar). lilah b. b enchanting (P, $60.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar). ColourPop Talk in Code (LE, $10.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Catrice Champagne Campaign Highlighting Powder ($5.99 for 0.17 oz.) is a very light, golden beige with warm undertones and a soft sheen....

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