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Anastasia Starlight Illuminator

Anastasia Starlight Illuminator ($28.00 for 0.32 oz.) is described as a "sheer, luminescent white." It's a light, white gold with warm undertones and a luminous, almost metallic, sheen. MAC Climax (LE, ) is less shimmery (95% similar). NARS Rivage (LE, ) is cooler (95% similar). Persona Laguna (P, $24.00) is less shimmery (95% similar). MAC Let It Rock (LE, $34.00) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (95% similar). MAC Tutu (LE, $42.00) is more shimmery (95% similar). MAC Born to Dazzle (LE, $26.00) is more shimmery, warmer (95% similar). ColourPop Lunch Money (P, $10.00) is darker (95% similar). Tom Ford Beauty Moodlight (Daylight) (LE, ) is less shimmery (95% similar). Chanel Or Blanc (LE, $70.00) is cooler (90% similar). LORAC Starlight (P, $23.00) is less shimmery (90% similar). Kevyn Aucoin Ibiza (Left) (PiP, $44.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar). Maybelline Nikkie Tutorials (LE, $9.99) is darker, warmer (90% similar). Anastasia Crushed Pearl (LE, ) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar). NARS Albatross (P, $38.00) is warmer (90% similar). MAC Double-Gleam (P, $42.00) is darker (90% similar). MAC Gleam Sheen (PiP, ) is less shimmery (90% similar). ColourPop Extra (LE, $12.00) is more shimmery (90% similar). NARS Rêve Salé I (LE, ) is less shimmery (90% similar). Tom Ford Beauty Liquid Sun (LE, $50.00) is less shimmery (90% similar). LORAC Fortune (LE, $23.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Anastasia Starlight Illuminator ($28.00 for 0.32 oz.) is described as a "sheer, luminescent white." It's a light, white gold with warm undertones and...

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Urban Decay Lit Naked Illuminated

Urban Decay Lit Naked Illuminated ($30.00 for 0.20 oz.) is described as a "soft bronze shimmer with golden bronze sparkle." It's a muted, medium-dark tan brown with warm, yellow-orange undertones and gold sparkle. MAC Delicates (LE, $35.50) is more shimmery (95% similar). ColourPop Paradise Cove (P, $8.00) is less shimmery (95% similar). Make Up For Ever #20M (P, $36.00) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar). Hourglass Luminous Bronze Light (P, $52.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar). Hourglass Radiant Bronze Light (P, $52.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar). Rouge Bunny Rouge Goddess (P, $48.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar). Chanel Lumiere d'Ete (LE, $80.00) is warmer (90% similar). Urban Decay Gilded (P, $26.00) is more shimmery (90% similar). Too Faced Spice (LE, ) is brighter, warmer (90% similar). Bobbi Brown Bronze Glow (P, $48.00) is more shimmery (90% similar). Make Up For Ever #25I (P, $36.00) is less shimmery, brighter (85% similar). Fenty Beauty Afternoon Snack (PiP, $36.00) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar). Wet 'n' Wild Awesome Blossom (P, ) is more shimmery (85% similar). ColourPop Carry-On (P, $8.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar). bareMinerals The High Dive (PiP, $24.00) is less shimmery, darker (85% similar). See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Urban Decay Lit Naked Illuminated ($30.00 for 0.20 oz.) is described as a "soft bronze shimmer with golden bronze...

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Sephora Jubilant (21) Colorful Highlighter

Sephora Jubilant (21) Colorful Blush ($15.00 for 0.12 oz.) is a brightened, light-medium yellow gold with warm, orange undertones and a frosted sheen. Wet 'n' Wild Golden Flower Crown (P, $4.99) is more shimmery (95% similar). Becca Champagne Pop (LE, $42.00) is less shimmery, lighter (95% similar). NARS Hot Sand (PiP, $30.00) is lighter (90% similar). Guerlain Terracotta Sun in the City Illuminating Powder (LE, $70.00) is darker (90% similar). Laura Geller Gilded Honey (P, $26.00) is more shimmery (90% similar). Tom Ford Beauty Pieno Sole (LE, $68.00) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar). Milani Bronze Burst #1 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar). Dior Glowing Nude (002) (LE, $58.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar). L'Oreal Golden (P, $12.99) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar). Too Faced Warm Glow (Right) (PiP, ) is lighter, brighter (90% similar). NYX Narcissistic (P, $9.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar). Cle de Peau Sand Beige (13) (P, $55.00) is less shimmery, darker, less pigmented (90% similar). bareMinerals The Shining Moment (LE, $26.00) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar). MAC Oh, Darling! (P, $42.00) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar). ColourPop Electric Slide (DC, $10.00) is more shimmery, darker (95% similar). Anastasia So Hollywood (DC, $28.00) is cooler (90% similar). Becca Champagne Pop (P, $38.00) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar). Becca Opal (DC, $38.00) is more shimmery, darker (85% similar). Surratt Beauty Coup de Genie (P, $32.00) is less shimmery, cooler (85% similar). Becca Opal (P, $38.00) is more shimmery (90% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Sephora Jubilant (21) Colorful Blush ($15.00 for 0.12 oz.) is a brightened, light-medium yellow gold with warm,...

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Becca Backlight Primer Filter

Becca Backlight Primer Filter ($38.00 for 1.0 fl. oz.) is supposed to be a "makeup primer to help blur imperfections and impart a radiant glow." It's a sheer, golden beige with a luminous sheen and fine pearl. Burberry Nude Radiance No. 01 (P, $48.00) is darker, warmer (95% similar). Becca Moonstone (P, $41.00) is warmer (95% similar). NARS 413 BLKR (P, $30.00) is more shimmery, warmer (85% similar). See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Becca Backlight Primer Filter ($38.00 for 1.0 fl. oz.) is supposed to be a "makeup primer to help blur...

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Tom Ford Moodlight Skin Illuminating Powder Duo

Tom Ford Moodlight Skin Illuminating Powder Duo ($80.00 for 0.42 oz.) is a limited edition duo of highlighters (I got confirmation yesterday). You can still pre-order from Saks or place a back-order at...

Tom Ford Moodlight Skin Illuminating Powder Duo ($80.00 for 0.42 oz.) is a limited edition duo of highlighters (I got...

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Dior Cosmopolite Illuminating Face Powder

Dior Cosmopolite Illuminating Face Powder ($45.00 for 0.24 oz.) is described as a "universal powder" that gives a "glowy finish." It's a light, gold-shimmered beige with a soft sheen. Dior Luxurious Beige (LE, $82.00) is more shimmery (95% similar). Too Faced Pop of Light (PiP, ) is more shimmery, darker (95% similar). Laura Mercier Highlight 01 (P, ) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar). Hourglass Surreal Light (LE, $48.00) is less shimmery (90% similar). Sephora Light Beam (02) (P, $14.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar). Too Faced Flush (LE, ) is more shimmery (90% similar). MAC Sparkling Rose (LE, $26.00) is more shimmery, darker (85% similar). Tarte Highlight (Tarteist) (LE, ) is lighter, cooler (85% similar). Tom Ford Beauty The Afternooner (Highlighter) (LE, ) is more shimmery, darker (85% similar). Hourglass Euphoric Strobe Light (LE, $40.00) is more shimmery, darker (85% similar). Kevyn Aucoin Candlelight (P, $44.00) is lighter, cooler (85% similar). Urban Decay Aura (P, $30.00) is darker (80% similar). MAC Coupe d'Chic (LE, $26.00) is darker, cooler (80% similar). See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Dior Cosmopolite Illuminating Face Powder ($45.00 for 0.24 oz.) is described as a "universal powder" that gives a "glowy finish." It's a light,...

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Sephora Secretive (19) Colorful Highlighter

Sephora Secretive (19) Colorful Blush ($15.00 for 0.12 oz.) is a softened, light-medium gold-shimmered peach with warm undertones and a luminous finish. MAC Nuanced (LE, $34.00) is cooler (90% similar). Hourglass Brilliant Nude (PiP, $38.00) is lighter (90% similar). Kevyn Aucoin Starlight (Sahara) (PiP, $44.00) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar). MAC This Love (LE, $21.00) is lighter (90% similar). ColourPop Yummy Cookies (LE, $8.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar). Charlotte Tilbury Medium/Dark Glow (PiP, ) is darker, brighter (90% similar). Smashbox Shimmer (LE, ) is lighter (90% similar). Kevyn Aucoin Starlight (P, $44.00) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar). MAC Ginger Spiked (LE, ) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar). ColourPop Parasol (LE, $10.00) is darker (95% similar). Wet 'n' Wild Hummingbird Hype (LE, $4.99) is darker (90% similar). ColourPop Most Necessary (P, $8.00) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar). MAC Style Cast (LE, $24.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar). Laura Mercier Rosegold Shimmer (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar). ColourPop Highly Waisted (P, $10.00) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar). Surratt Beauty Coup de Genie (P, $32.00) is more shimmery, lighter (85% similar). Becca Champagne Pop (P, $38.00) is more shimmery, lighter, brighter (80% similar). NYX Narcissistic (P, $9.00) is lighter (80% similar). Charlotte Tilbury Norman Parkinson (LE, $32.00) is less shimmery, lighter, more muted (80% similar). Chanel Metal Peach (LE, $80.00) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (80% similar). See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Sephora Secretive (19) Colorful Blush ($15.00 for 0.12 oz.) is a softened, light-medium gold-shimmered peach with...

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Charlotte Tilbury Medium/Dark Filmstar Bronze & Glow

Charlotte Tilbury Medium/Dark Filmstar Bronze & Glow ($68.00 for 0.52 oz.) is a new, permanent take on the often-raved about Filmstar Bronze & Glow that's deeper and warmer. I think the texture is a bit more refined--smoother, more finely-milled, and forgiving on the...

Charlotte Tilbury Medium/Dark Filmstar Bronze & Glow ($68.00 for 0.52 oz.) is a new, permanent take on the often-raved about Filmstar Bronze & Glow...

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Charlotte Tilbury x Norman Parkinson Filmstar Bronze & Glow

Charlotte Tilbury x Norman Parkinson Filmstar Bronze & Glow ($80.00 for 0.54 oz.) is a cream-based bronzer and highlighter. Both shades had a really slick, almost greasy feeling to them, which will make them more forgiving even on drier skin types, but I found that it made...

Charlotte Tilbury x Norman Parkinson Filmstar Bronze & Glow ($80.00 for 0.54 oz.) is a cream-based bronzer and highlighter. Both shades had a really...

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Charlotte Tilbury x Norman Parkinson Dreamy Glow Highlighter

Charlotte Tilbury Norman Parkinson Dreamy Glow Highlighter ($65.00 for 0.42 oz.) is described as "peaches and cream." It's a soft, light-medium gold-shimmered peach with warm undertones and a luminous sheen. Urban Decay Glint (LE, ) is darker, more muted. bareMinerals The Love...

Charlotte Tilbury Norman Parkinson Dreamy Glow Highlighter ($65.00 for 0.42 oz.) is described as "peaches and cream." It's a soft, light-medium...

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