The Dupe Thread: If you have... you don't really need...
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martiangurll
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Hey Hon, I thought your post was helpful
Some of us cannot afford to get every color, even if there are subtle differences in texture or tone, so it helps to know which ones are similar. I can always layer to get the variation I want if two colors are similar--so don't stop posting because not everyone agreed with your opinion...
Originally Posted by equus18
Originally posted by Twinkle_Twinkle: "And honestly some of those shades were more similar than I thought previous to swatching them (like Mulch and Chocolate Brown pigment, and I don't own Old Gold but I know it's similar to Gorgeous Gold which leans more green than the former, etc). There are a lot of posts throughout this thread that I think have people scratching their heads. And to be honest, I don't pay any attention to the lip product posts because I don't wear enough lip products to be helpful in that department. I am sorry if you took offence 
At the end of the day we are all just makeup feigning friends here 
This is why I did not want to post photos because even if I did, people would still come forward, like you, to disagree. I will state again, that I said my skin tone is NC35 on my post and those were my results based on that. So even if I posted photos, they would or would not help depending on your skin tone. Just take everything with a grain of salt. No need to say this thread is un-useful. Like you said, we're all "makeup feigning friends" having fun but you take out the fun 
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Hey Hon, I thought your post was helpful
equus18
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I'm not crying but I have some people here who have PM'd me about how they feel about your comments. So, I decided to write this comment. I'm not just speaking up for myself but for others as well.
If you think this thread is bordering on un-useful, then I suggest that you not contribute to it anymore. I mean, why waste your time. I see you have contributed a lot. You did admit to being a Miss Know-It-All. I don't and others here don't. We're all here to enjoy our passion for makeup. Some of us are using our 15 min. break at work or taking a break from life & our kids to indulge in the pleasantries on Specktra not criticism. Furthermore, not everyone has the technology (not me) or the time (that's me) to upload photos.
| Originally Posted by Twinkle_Twinkle
I didn't say your post was un-useful. I said the thread was bordering on un-useful, and I actually think that taking pictures of the products you consider to be dupes would strengthen your position because then people would have something to see and compare to. I understand that you are NC35 and I am NW45 and those are two different shades, but I personally don't think some of those comparisons are dupes even on a sheet of Zerox paper or a sheet of black construction paper, and that is no offense to you or anyone else in here. Ultimately hue is in the eye of the beholder and regardless of skin tone differences some people are going to see similarities that others don't and vise versa. Also, I've been participating in this thread for years and have seen loads of what I would consider to be inaccurate comparisons so it isn't directed at you specifically, it's a general observation. Please don't cry. But I do think uploading photos helps, not hurts the thread. And as Forrest Gump would say, "That's all I have to say about that." |
I'm not crying but I have some people here who have PM'd me about how they feel about your comments. So, I decided to write this comment. I'm not just speaking up for myself but for others as well.
If you think this thread is bordering on un-useful, then I suggest that you not contribute to it anymore. I mean, why waste your time. I see you have contributed a lot. You did admit to being a Miss Know-It-All. I don't and others here don't. We're all here to enjoy our passion for makeup. Some of us are using our 15 min. break at work or taking a break from life & our kids to indulge in the pleasantries on Specktra not criticism. Furthermore, not everyone has the technology (not me) or the time (that's me) to upload photos.
Fiberluver
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Hey All,
I read through the entire post - I'm looking for a dupe of Rizzo lipstick.
I know the MAC site says Sandy B and Myth = Rizzo but is there a dup. in any other brand?
Or even among other MAC lippies?
Thanks.
Nat
I read through the entire post - I'm looking for a dupe of Rizzo lipstick.
I know the MAC site says Sandy B and Myth = Rizzo but is there a dup. in any other brand?
Or even among other MAC lippies?
Thanks.
Nat
sassyboo
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Re: Pink Pearl Pigment Dupe Found!
In the jar they look a bit different, but applied they are very similar. The MAC pigment is somewhat more frosty/shimmery, but I actually think the purple/pink shows better with the Ben Nye.
Edit* On top my hand and finger tips: MAC is on the left
In the jar they look a bit different, but applied they are very similar. The MAC pigment is somewhat more frosty/shimmery, but I actually think the purple/pink shows better with the Ben Nye.
Edit* On top my hand and finger tips: MAC is on the left
FiestyFemme
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Re: Pink Pearl Pigment Dupe Found!
I'd always heard that BN Cosmic Violet was a dupe for Stars N Rockets, but then again, I guess Stars N Rockets and Pink Pearl are similar too. So why do I own both and never use either? Sigh...
I'd always heard that BN Cosmic Violet was a dupe for Stars N Rockets, but then again, I guess Stars N Rockets and Pink Pearl are similar too. So why do I own both and never use either? Sigh...
sassyboo
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Re: Pink Pearl Pigment Dupe Found!
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I don't have Stars N Rockets, so it may be an even better dupe. When I applied BN, it just reminded me of pink pearl right away.
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| Originally Posted by FiestyFemme
I'd always heard that BN Cosmic Violet was a dupe for Stars N Rockets, but then again, I guess Stars N Rockets and Pink Pearl are similar too. So why do I own both and never use either? Sigh... |
I don't have Stars N Rockets, so it may be an even better dupe. When I applied BN, it just reminded me of pink pearl right away.
equus18
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Re: Pink Pearl Pigment Dupe Found!
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I have both and I agree that they are similar. And, I also hardly use either. Stila's Charm is also similar. I have that one too and it's hardly used LOL
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| Originally Posted by FiestyFemme
I'd always heard that BN Cosmic Violet was a dupe for Stars N Rockets, but then again, I guess Stars N Rockets and Pink Pearl are similar too. So why do I own both and never use either? Sigh... |
I have both and I agree that they are similar. And, I also hardly use either. Stila's Charm is also similar. I have that one too and it's hardly used LOL
equus18
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I went to MAC today to get Crazy Cool from the Dare to Wear collection but they were out. The sales girl recommended Beautiful Iris instead. She swatched both on my hand. They are similar. I like the Beautiful Iris better--it's more on the lavender side. Whereas, Crazy Cool is lighter, whitish-lavender. I bought Beautiful Iris.
Lyssah
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I just picked up Crazy Cool today. I already own beautiful iris.
On me Crazy Cool is not similar to Beautiful Iris, its closer to Digit.
| Originally Posted by equus18
I went to MAC today to get Crazy Cool from the Dare to Wear collection but they were out. The sales girl recommended Beautiful Iris instead. She swatched both on my hand. They are similar. I like the Beautiful Iris better--it's more on the lavender side. Whereas, Crazy Cool is lighter, whitish-lavender. I bought Beautiful Iris. |
I just picked up Crazy Cool today. I already own beautiful iris.
On me Crazy Cool is not similar to Beautiful Iris, its closer to Digit.
Twinkle_Twinkle
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Yup. Or even Crystal.
| Originally Posted by Lyssah
I just picked up Crazy Cool today. I already own beautiful iris. On me Crazy Cool is not similar to Beautiful Iris, its closer to Digit. |
EricaMarie
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Man, I LOVE Beautiful Iris! I agree Crazy Cool is whiter-I bought it, & like it, but it's more...powdery? On me. I guess the word I want is chalky.
Also, VG Gaga & Pink Nouveau are damn near identical. I've always thought that, & then I read an interview with Gaga about her VG, & she mentioned Pink Nouveau was her like, staple lipstick & she basically wanted that color as her release.
| Originally Posted by equus18
I went to MAC today to get Crazy Cool from the Dare to Wear collection but they were out. The sales girl recommended Beautiful Iris instead. She swatched both on my hand. They are similar. I like the Beautiful Iris better--it's more on the lavender side. Whereas, Crazy Cool is lighter, whitish-lavender. I bought Beautiful Iris. |
Man, I LOVE Beautiful Iris! I agree Crazy Cool is whiter-I bought it, & like it, but it's more...powdery? On me. I guess the word I want is chalky.
Also, VG Gaga & Pink Nouveau are damn near identical. I've always thought that, & then I read an interview with Gaga about her VG, & she mentioned Pink Nouveau was her like, staple lipstick & she basically wanted that color as her release.
CajunFille'
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Hi Ladies! I have several LE eyeshadows that I was wondering if they may be similar to any regular line MAC shades. I'm planning on picking up some more eyeshadows soon and just don't want to end up buying 2 of the same color. Here is what I have already & thanks for any help...
Take Wing
Showstopper
Primal
Dark Edge
Tissue Weight
Femme Fi
Hey!
Nanogold
Soft Force
Embark...I know it is regular line already, but is there one that is similar?
I find Rose Blanc and Dreammaker to be very similar & Satin Taupe and Style Snob. Thanks!
Take Wing
Showstopper
Primal
Dark Edge
Tissue Weight
Femme Fi
Hey!
Nanogold
Soft Force
Embark...I know it is regular line already, but is there one that is similar?
I find Rose Blanc and Dreammaker to be very similar & Satin Taupe and Style Snob. Thanks!
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i have both and i prefer beautiful iris because crazy cool doesn't have the pinky sheen that BI does. On my nc20 skin both are pretty much the same, just BI has that sheen and CC does not
| Originally Posted by equus18
I went to MAC today to get Crazy Cool from the Dare to Wear collection but they were out. The sales girl recommended Beautiful Iris instead. She swatched both on my hand. They are similar. I like the Beautiful Iris better--it's more on the lavender side. Whereas, Crazy Cool is lighter, whitish-lavender. I bought Beautiful Iris. |
Karen_B
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I believe Mystery is quite a good dupe for Dark Edge (if Dark Edge is the dark brown in the Tempting palette from CoC) and I have heard others say that Nylon and Soft Force are close.
| Originally Posted by CajunFille'
Hi Ladies! I have several LE eyeshadows that I was wondering if they may be similar to any regular line MAC shades. I'm planning on picking up some more eyeshadows soon and just don't want to end up buying 2 of the same color. Here is what I have already & thanks for any help... Take Wing Showstopper Primal Dark Edge Tissue Weight Femme Fi Hey! Nanogold Soft Force Embark...I know it is regular line already, but is there one that is similar? I find Rose Blanc and Dreammaker to be very similar & Satin Taupe and Style Snob. Thanks! |
I believe Mystery is quite a good dupe for Dark Edge (if Dark Edge is the dark brown in the Tempting palette from CoC) and I have heard others say that Nylon and Soft Force are close.
