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Phytosurgence Magnetic Maple & Oxidized Olive Cream Shadows Reviews & Swatches

Magnetic Maple Phytosurgence Magnetic Maple Flash Florescence Cream Shadow ($17.07 for 0.14 oz.) is a light, slightly warmer taupe with a metallic sheen. It had semi-opaque, buildable pigmentation that applied evenly to bare skin and blended out well with a fingertip or a brush, once I got past the initial layer of product, which was a little firmer. I felt like the product applied more evenly in practice, when I tested it on my lid, than when I first swatched it on my arm (in the photo). It stayed on well for 10 hours before fading visibly. FURTHER READING : Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent). Top Dupes Formula Overview Ingredients Top Dupes View Swatches View All Dupes NABLA Cosmetics Love Ritual (PiP, ) is darker (95% similar). NABLA Cosmetics Chemical Bond (P, $8.00) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar). ColourPop Privy (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar). ColourPop Cold Blooded ...

Pat McGrath Infatuation & Elson 5 SatinAllure Lipsticks Reviews & Swatches

Infatuation Pat McGrath Infatuation SatinAllure Lipstick ($32.00 for 0.13 oz.) is a slightly muted, medium-dark pinky-plum with cooler undertones and a satin finish. It had semi-opaque, buildable color coverage that applied evenly and smoothly across my lips without tugging. The texture was lightweight, thin but not clingy, and comfortable to wear. This shade lasted well for five hours and was lightly hydrating over time. FURTHER READING : Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent). Formula Overview Ingredients Formula Overview $32.00/0.13 oz. - $246.15 Per Ounce The formula is supposed to have "medium buildable coverage" with a "satin shine finish" that is "comfortable" and "weightless." The texture was lightweight, on the thinner side but had good glide that it didn't feel clingy and seemed to be fairly forgiving of lip texture and imperfections. The coverage was more semi-opaque to ...