Dupe It Up: Alter Ego (2025 version)

We’re kicking off 2025 with an update to the Alter Ego dupe list! The indie brand had an explosive year in 2024, with several palettes launching and eager makeup lovers copping the drops. I’m here to confirm which dupe is a dupe. *Products are from newest to oldest* Alter Ego                                                   High End Sundown $24 Natasha Denona My Dream $69 Misthaven…

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Cosmetic Launch Roundup: July 9-16, 2024

Curst Kosmetics’ streak of devastatingly good collaborations continues with Dark Divine being the featured band. Curst x Dark Divine features the 17-pan Dark Divine Artistry Palette ($48); the color story is inspired by the band’s album art for Deadly Fun. There are 12 eyeshadows and 5 water-activated UV liners. There are also replacement pans for the liners ($9.99 each).

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Cosmetic Launch Roundup: July 1-8, 2024

Kash Beauty decided that just one collection with Charleen Murphy wasn’t enough and collaborated with Charleen for a fabulous summer collection. The Remix collection includes the Complete Face Palette (US $40.95), Coconut Setting Spray (US $23.95), Berry Lip Treatment (US $21.95), Radiant Canvas Bronze Primer (US $26.95), and Face Brush Duo (US $24.95), and a full bundle collection (US $97.95). Slay the summer with this bronzed…

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Cosmetic Launch Roundup: May 25-31, 2024

Butterfly Effect by Desi kept complexions looking fabulous with its limited-edition setting sprays and a blush palette. First, the Set The Slay Shimmer Setting Sprays added two new colors, Pink Diamond and Blue Diamond. These setting sprays are infused with rosewater fragrance and the prettiest shimmer flakes to create a dazzling finish to any look. Each setting spray is $25.

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Cosmetic Launch Roundup: April 9-16, 2024

Beauty Creations elevated the liner game with its splendid Metal-Iced Metallic Liners. The 6 shades are soft pastel hues with reflective properties, giving a pigmented shine to your liner looks. Pink-tastic (pink), Purple Rain (lavender), Lucky Charm (green), Starlight (copper), Blue Skies (light blue), and Silver Dollar (silver) are $5 each and are available in two bundles (PR Box or full collection; $25 each) on Beauty…

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Is It A WYN? Inside Look of The Latest Celebrity Brand

A new celebrity makeup brand arrived in town and makeup addicts are eagerly discussing the products they have their eyes on. WYN Beauty is the brainchild of the iconic tennis player Serena Williams who retired in 2022. Serena nurtured a love of makeup from an early age and it blossomed through various media appearances. One thing to know about WYN? “The brand is authentic to who I am,” a direct quote from the…

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Rating Wrestlemania 40 Makeup

As a lifelong wrestling fan, I admit that Wrestlemania 40 was among the best in WWE’s history. The storylines either concluded or started with great reasons. The championships that exchanged hands had exciting matches behind them. But me being me, I was obsessing over the makeup looks that some of the wrestlers rocked through the weekend. From Rhea Ripley’s demented clown look to Bayley’s Egyptian-inspired eyeliner, all these looks were a…

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Cosmetic Launch Roundup: April 1-8, 2024

Kara Beauty delivered the most adorable and paw-sitive collection yet with two new palettes. Pardon My Frenchie draws on classic French looks with a color story of pinks, soft blues, greens, and white. Paw’llywood Forever is a vibrant assortment of hues ranging from pinks to blues to neutral shades. Each palette is $12 on Kara Beauty’s website. Alter Ego…

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Cosmetic Launch Roundup: March 24-31, 2024

Black Moxy Cosmetics took us on a psychedelic ride with the Trippy Shroom palette. The 12-pan palette features a whimsical color story designed to take you from a blooming spring to a hot summer of fun. Trippy Shroom is $57.99 on Black Moxy Cosmetics’ site. Kara Beauty tinted and hydrated lips with its Bubble Babe Juicy Gloss Stick collection. The four glosses give lips a glossy look while providing deep hydration with the…

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Cosmetic Launch Roundup: March 17-23, 2024

Beauty Moon Cosmetics delivered its dream collection in the Chrome Cream Flakes collection. Originally developed last year and the formula perfected this year, the seven stunning shades have a cream-based, smudge-proof formula that dries down into a crease-proof finish. Each shade is US $12 (3-piece bundles are US $35) on Beauty Moon’s website. Lovelace Cosmetics added to its Vampire Skin lineup with the…

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