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Wednesday 16 April 2014

Dupe Tuesday #1: Nars Orgasm Dupes (Except it's Wednesday... Awkward)



I've decided I'll start to run this little series called Dupe Tuesday (and yes, I know I'm publishing this post on a Wednesday!) Every Tuesday, as you might have guessed, I'll do a post about dupes for a high end product. This week, I figured I'd do the legendary Nars Orgasm blush as I know there are many dupes for it and it's a much lusted after product - apart from the bit where it costs £21, that is.

1. Milani Baked Blush in Luminoso | Amazon / Milani | £6.19
Milani is a brand which can be found in drugstores in the US, and sadly not in the UK. However, this pretty little Italian-terracotta-baked blush can be bought on Amazon for the fabulously low price of £6.19! This has been toted by many as Nars Orgasm without the glitter - I didn't know glittery cheeks was a side effect of getting laid? If you're after a more natural flush, I'd give this one a go.

2. Sleek Blush in Rose Gold | Superdrug / Sleek | £4.49
I think everyone has heard of this one by now! This pretty little thing is a total bargain and Sleek are well known for having the most pigmented yet affordable blushes on the high street. While thankfully not a glittery mess, this blush has a very golden undertone which can look strange if applied heavily - approach this one with a light hand (I'm speaking from experience of looking like a goldfish)

3. ELF Studio Blush in Twinkle Pink | ELF | £3.95
Another bargain with this one! I'd say this is the least like Orgasm out of the four, but for the tiny price tag, you can hardly complain! While Sleek's Rose Gold had very gold undertones, (no surprises there considering the name..) Twinkle Pink is a lot more pink than Orgasm. If you're after the cheapest alternative just to give the colour a try, this one is your safest bet.

4. theBalm Hot Mama Blush | Feel Unique / theBalm | £13.50
Ah, the most expensive one out of the lot - but it looks exactly like Orgasm when swatched! Plus, as mentioned in my last post, theBalm's products are free from talc, parabens and cruelty! If you want to save £7.50 and get a healthier peachy glow, then I'd say Hot Mama is the one for you.

Are there any products you'd like to see in the next Dupe Tuesday? Have you tried any of these?

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22 comments:

  1. hey hun. just to say MUA blusher in shade 5 is also a dupe :)

    love your blog x

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    1. Thank you, I haven't tried the MUA blushers but they're so cheap that there's no excuse not to :) I'll be giving it a go! xx

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  2. Great suggestions, and I think I'm going to have to try out the Milani option! At that price there's no reason not to, and the color looks absolutely lovely.

    Morgan // www.blushingwit.com

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    1. Thank you! :) and agreed, it's so pretty and I can't believe it's not more expensive! xx

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  3. Wow this post is so cute and pretty! I don't know if I've ever seen any Sleek products in drugstores, as I live in the US. It makes me so sad because I've heard so many good things. I've decided I'm either going to find that Milani Baked Blush or order a Sleek one online because I've been looking for a good, cheap one for ages! Thanks for the help! :) ♥
    Tequila Mockingbird

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  4. Very informative post dear. Loved your blog and writing style <3
    http://naturelbellefemme.blogspot.com

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  5. I love the Sleek blush in Rose Gold, one of my favourites!

    Beth | BeautyBubbles x

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  6. The sleek rose gold has been on my wish list for a while now :) Luminoso also seems awesome too bad its not available in my country either :/

    www.simplymee89.blogspot.com

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  7. I love makeup dupes since I have no money to spend on the actual thing! I feel like I'm the only person who's not yet tried the rose gold blush from sleek!

    Yet Another Makeup Blog.

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  8. Love this post. Can't beat a good dupe :D!

    Sian | Siân Marie Beauty
    xo

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  9. i love NARS but unfortunately it is a bit expensive, thankful for all these dupes :)
    xo
    Anastasia
    http://natbeesfashion.blogspot.co.uk

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  10. I love Milani Luminoso! So pretty and subtle

    http://www.mercuteify.com/

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  11. This is so useful like seriously, good dupes are the best and this post has brought a few of them together thankyou:)

    www.daisieblogs.blogspot.co.uk

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  12. Well aren't I chuffed to discover that Sleek's Rose Gold is a dupe for Nars' Orgasm. I already own Sleek's 'Rose Gold'. *dances*

    Happy Easter!

    http://louiseabenamensah.blogspot.co.uk/

    Lou

    xx

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  13. we've heard so much about milani's baked blushes and we're desperate to try them out, bu they're not available in Australian stores. We might have to hunt them down online.It's always great finding affordable dupes for high end products, we can't wait for more dupe tuesdays!!

    mkstyleramblings.blogspot.com.au/

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  14. Loving this post! I've been wanting to get this blush for literally aaaaaaages! But I daren't incase I get it and don't like it haha! So it's good that I can check out an alternative cheaper to see if I like it, haha! Would be lovely if you had the time to check out my blog:) Kels x

    http://klassickels.blogspot.co.uk

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  15. Oh and btw I've tagged you in one of my posts! :) x
    Tequila Mockingbird ♥

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  16. This is an amazing post, it is so handy knowing where you can save money!
    It would be amazing if you could do some dupes for Nars Sheer Glow, I'm not sure I rationalize spending sooo much on a foundation :')

    Other Infinities

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  17. Hahaha the title made me smile!! I love finding good dupes and love posts like this!! It's always fun to see different products and opinions from fellow bloggers! :)

    Layla xx

    www.sprinklesofstyle.co.uk - hope we can follow each other xxx

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  19. Great post, love a good dupe, especially when its cheaper ;-)

    Just found your blog and I am a new follower on bloglovin!

    Karina @ beautyandlifestylehunter.blogspot.com.au/

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  20. Hello!!
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