Sunday 5 June 2016

Gwen Stefani + Urban Decay "Ex-Boyfriend" Dupes

     Good day, all you lovely people! Today I thought I'd share some "dupes". Most of these are a bit of a stretch, matching more in colour than formula, but for anyone who missed out on this fantastic colour, it might be enough.

     

     I fell deeply in love with Gwen's collab nude shade at first swipe. It's sheer, but builds nicely, giving a "my lips but better" feel. I knew it would be a favourite. So let's get into the dupes (or near dupes) I found in my collection.


Ex-Boyfriend is on the left, Marc Jacobs 'New Nudes' Sheer Gel Lipstick in #110 Role Play on the right.

    As you can see, the UD shade is much more sheer than the MJ one, even though the MJ line is considered "Sheer". The wear time is better with Role Play, due to it's deeper opacity. Both lean warm.

R: NARS Audacious in Barbara
     Again, the formula is very different here. But putting a clear or nude gloss over Barbara gives the same effect as Ex-Boyfriend, and lasts much longer. Plus, the Audacious line of lipsticks is the best. Ever. In the history of every lipstick.


     The Maybelline Colour Sensational line is probably the best in the drugstore. They're incredibly comfortable and there are tons of shades to choose from. This shade isn't as opaque as the previous two, but holds the same tone. It has a satin finish, and is longer lasting that UD.

R: Rimmel Moisture Renew - 720 Notting Hill Nude
The Rimmel line, especially the Moisture Renew range, is also worth checking out. There isn't as wide a choice for colours, but the formula is fantastic. I do have a problem with the scent, however; it's very old-lady-ish. This shade is the same warm nude as Ex-Boyfriend, but as with the NARS colour, applying a gloss over top would give the same effect. And the "Oh My Gloss" line from Rimmel might be worth giving a try. (Note: this shade is out of stock/discontinued from what I can tell, but it's currently on Amazon) 

R: Revlon Super Lustrous lip gloss in Super Natural
Speaking of using a gloss topper, this Revlon shade would be a perfect choice; it's sheer enough not to give too much colour, but has the same tone as Ex-Girlfriend, Plus, the formula on this is really comfortable, and not too sticky. 

R: Revlon Lip Butter- 001 Pink Truffle
     And last but not least, what I think is the best dupe (in my collection, anyway) Revlon's Pink Truffle Lip Butter. This colour holds that same warm nude tone, and has a very similar formula. Sheer, layers well, and feels great on the lips. I feel like this line is hit and miss, and people either love or hate them. I personally really like the shades that I have, and find them really comfortable. In fact, they were the first lip products I bought in the beginning of my makeup collection. 
     Having this makes me feel better about not stocking up on multiple backups of Ex-Girlfriend. Hopefully I have enough dupes for the liner shade too. Otherwise it's time to go shopping. ;)

Are there any of your favourite lipsticks that have been taken off the market? What are some of the replacements that you've come up with? 


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