Editor's Comparison                
                                    
                                
                        theBalm #2 is a warm mauve with a  frost finish that is permanent and retails for $6.50. In comparison, MAC Hidden Motive is a warm plum with a  pearl finish that is limited edition and retails for $17.00.
                        
                MAC Hidden Motive is 90% similar — it is darker, brighter.
                                    Community Comparison
                    
                                        Your Vote — 80%
                                    
                        - Hidden Motive is More pigmented (2)
 - Hidden Motive is More shimmery (1)
 - Hidden Motive is Better quality (1)
 - Hidden Motive is Brighter (1)
 - Hidden Motive is Warmer (1)
 - Hidden Motive is Darker (1)
                     
                                
                    How similar is Hidden Motive to #2?