Revlon Lipsticks: Part 1 | Part 2

This is part 2 of a mini swatch series with Revlon lipsticks. This post includes only the creme finish.

It includes: Coralberry, Teak Rose, Rosewine, Daring Pink, Berry Rich, Fire & Ice, Sultry Sable, Black Cherry

(L-R) Coralberry, Teak Rose, Rosewine, Daring Pink, Berry Rich, Fire & Ice, Sultry Sable, Black Cherry

Since the first Dupes Debunked was so popular, here's another one (and a 3rd one within a week). Keep in mind that my UPPER LIP is the MAC lipstick & my LOWER LIP is the popular "dupe" that really isn't a dupe..

MAC Ruby Woo & Wet'n'Wild Spotlight Red

The problem with finding a dupe for Ruby Woo is that Ruby Woo is super matte. Most matte lipsticks don't come close to how matte Ruby Woo is. It's crazy. But even then Spolight Red is not blue toned enough to be a dupe.

MAC Dubonnet & NYX Snow White

These are close, yes, but not identical as many say. Snow White is much, much creamier than Dubonnet so you have to be extremely careful when wearing it (it has the tendency to feather). Snow White is also lighter and redder than Dubonnet.

MAC Brave & NYX Thalia

These are completely two different lipstick colors...

MAC Shy Girl & Rimmel Nude Delight

Nude Delight is much peachier and darker than Shy Girl. 

MAC Ravishing & Revlon Smoked Peach

These are indeed really close in color but have completely opposite finishes. 

I'm currently on vacation so I don't have my collection here to swatch the last few on the lips for you guys. I'll update this post when I can.

Disclaimer: This post was not meant to bash anyone who stated or believe the above were dupes. The idea of "dupes" is extremely subjective - some people are fine with the same color family and other want it to be identical as in "duplicates". When I or others post dupes, it should always be taken with discretion. In many instances, the quality or color of dupes is better than the actual product and vice versa. Being more expensive doesn't equate to having good quality and saving money doesn't automatically make it a good financial decision. Don't buy a product because it's a dupe of something expensive; buy it because you like it.

For the 31 days of MAC Dupes, click here.

MAC Deeply Adored is a "deep scarlet" matte finish lipstick (source) released in the Marilyn Monroe Fall 2012 Collection. It's a gorgeous medium to dark red with strong red undertones. Most reds this dark have strong brown undertones (more like MAC Dubonnet, dupe here) so I found a close alternative instead of a dupe.

(L-R) MAC Deeply Adored, Rimmel Kate Moss #11

1) Rimmel Kate Moss #11 ($5) - Deeply Adored is slightly darker, more blue toned, and more matte but they look practically identical on the lips. Deeply Adored has more of a creamy matte finish as opposed to a flat matte so the difference in both finish and intensity is indiscernible. 

Revlon Lipsticks: Part 1 | Part 2

After so many dupe posts, I forgot how beautiful product photography can be, especially with color makeup. The Revlon Super Lustrous lipsticks are a drugstore classic. They come in 62 shades which I own several of. They're great for the price ($8) and some shades are currently 75% off in CVS, check here for details. I will update this post within two weeks with lip swatches (there will be a notification post, don't worry). 

This is part 1 of a mini swatch series with Revlon lipsticks. This post includes only creme finishes.

It includes: Just Enough Buff, Demure, Pink in the Afternoon, Wink for Pink, Pink Velvet, Temptress, Sassy Mauve, Rose Velvet

(L-R) Just Enough Buff, Demure, Pink in the Afternoon, Wink for Pink, Pink Velvet, Temptress, Sassy Mauve, Rose Velvet

For the 31 days of MAC Dupes, click here.

MAC Dubonnet is a "deepened claret" amplified creme finish lipstick (source). Dubonnet is a gorgeous darkened red with slight brown undertones that can veer on vampy depending on skintone and personal preference.

(L-R) MAC Dubonnet, Maybelline Timeless Crimson

1) Maybelline Superstay 14H in Timeless Crimson ($9) - Dubonnet is slightly redder and shinier than Timeless Crimson but they feel and look identical on the lips. Timeless Crimson is longer wearing but strongly fragranced (somewhat like Carmex).