Temptalia https://www.temptalia.com In-depth makeup reviews with swatches and dupes, plus what you need to know about new product launches and tips on how to use your makeup! Wed, 04 Oct 2023 21:00:04 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.9.7 Most Disappointing Products of 2022 https://www.temptalia.com/most-disappointing-products-of-2022/ product https://www.temptalia.com/most-disappointing-products-of-2022/#comments Sun, 01 Jan 2023 20:00:00 +0000 Christine https://www.temptalia.com/?p=534831 There were tons of excellent products released in 2022, but there were also some duds! For example, Charlotte Tilbury's Matte Eyes to Mesmerise were spectacularly bad, which was quite unexpected given the raves for the original formula (which has shimmer). I had high hopes for Moira's Diamond Daze Liquid Shadows but so many were poor; the same was true Kosas 10-Second Eyeshadows (reformulation) and NYX Glow Shots Liquid Eyeshadows. You could say that liquid eyeshadows and I did not get on that well in 2022... They're not all reviewed, but the ones that have been reviewed (and nothing is changing Continue Reading… ]]> Charlotte Tilbury Matte Eyes to Mesmerise

There were tons of excellent products released in 2022, but there were also some duds! For example, Charlotte Tilbury’s Matte Eyes to Mesmerise were spectacularly bad, which was quite unexpected given the raves for the original formula (which has shimmer). I had high hopes for Moira’s Diamond Daze Liquid Shadows but so many were poor; the same was true Kosas 10-Second Eyeshadows (reformulation) and NYX Glow Shots Liquid Eyeshadows. You could say that liquid eyeshadows and I did not get on that well in 2022…

They’re not all reviewed, but the ones that have been reviewed (and nothing is changing in the ones to-be-reviewed, lol), Rose Inc finally disappointed me with their Satin Duet Eyeshadows. Estee Lauder managed to put out some of the worst eyeshadow ever, let alone in 2022, with their reformulated Pure Color Quads.

I had high expectations for Makeup by Mario’s Ethereal Eyes, but it was such a divergence from past formulations and really did not perform well enough to justify the price point.

What were your disappointments in 2022?

Most Disappointing Products of 2022

Charlotte Tilbury Matte Eyes to Mesmerise  

Charlotte Tilbury Matte Eyes to Mesmerise  

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Pat McGrath Black Friday 2022 - Sales, Deals, Discount Codes https://www.temptalia.com/pat-mcgrath-black-friday/ group https://www.temptalia.com/pat-mcgrath-black-friday/#respond Thu, 24 Nov 2022 12:54:18 +0000 Christine https://www.temptalia.com/?p=532932 Pat McGrath Black Friday 2022 is in full swing, but they've just added "Xclusiv Offers" this morning, which are mostly $12 deals for products that typically retail for $38 regularly! There is also Midnight Sun Mothership, which is a long-time favorite of mine, for $77 (regularly $125). You can check out our full round up of Beauty Black Friday Deals for more sales. $12 Deals for Black Friday BlitzTrance Lipstick -- check out my reviews + swatches FetishEyes Mascara Lip Fetish Balm -- check out my reviews + swatches LiquiLust Lipstick -- check out my reviews + swatches Lust Gloss Continue Reading… ]]> Pat McGrath MatteTrance Lipstick

Pat McGrath Black Friday 2022 is in full swing, but they’ve just added “Xclusiv Offers” this morning, which are mostly $12 deals for products that typically retail for $38 regularly! There is also Midnight Sun Mothership, which is a long-time favorite of mine, for $77 (regularly $125).

You can check out our full round up of Beauty Black Friday Deals for more sales.

$12 Deals for Black Friday

BlitzTrance Lipstick — check out my reviews + swatches
FetishEyes Mascara
Lip Fetish Balm — check out my reviews + swatches
LiquiLust Lipstick — check out my reviews + swatches
Lust Gloss — check out my reviews + swatches
MatteTrance Lipstick — check out my reviews + swatches

Pat McGrath Black Friday 2022 Sale Code

If none of that interests you, the brand has an ongoing sitewide sale (excludes already discounted products): 30% off $50+ orders, 35% off $150+ orders, and 40% off $250+ orders.

Here are some of the top, more recent reviews from Pat McGrath:

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Best of Lancome L'Absolu Rouge Ruby Cream Lipsticks https://www.temptalia.com/lancome-labsolu-rouge-ruby-cream-lipsticks/ product https://www.temptalia.com/lancome-labsolu-rouge-ruby-cream-lipsticks/#comments Sat, 12 Mar 2022 15:00:00 +0000 Christine https://www.temptalia.com/?p=486991 Here's a recap of my reviews of the Lancome L'Absolu Rouge Ruby Cream Lipstick ($32.00 for 0.14 oz.) range, which isn't new-new but I finally got around to reviewing the set of 12!]]> Lancome L'Absolu Rouge Ruby Cream Lipstick

Here’s a recap of my reviews of the Lancome L’Absolu Rouge Ruby Cream Lipstick ($32.00 for 0.14 oz.) range, which isn’t new-new but I finally got around to reviewing the set of 12!

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Best Natasha Denona Eyeshadow Palettes of All Time (2022) https://www.temptalia.com/best-natasha-denona-eyeshadow-palettes-of-all-time/ palette https://www.temptalia.com/best-natasha-denona-eyeshadow-palettes-of-all-time/#comments Sat, 12 Feb 2022 12:40:00 +0000 Christine https://www.temptalia.com/?p=393047 There are now over 50 Natasha Denona Eyeshadow Palettes that have released since we've been reviewing! If you've ever wondered how they've reviewed over the years, wonder no longer! This post ranks every Natasha Denona Eyeshadow Palette released from best to "worst" (not like any of them are total flops!). What's your favorite Natasha Denona palette? The one that tempted you the most or the one you use the most?]]>

There are now over 50 Natasha Denona Eyeshadow Palettes that have released since we’ve been reviewing! If you’ve ever wondered how they’ve reviewed over the years, wonder no longer! This post ranks every Natasha Denona Eyeshadow Palette released from best to “worst” (not like any of them are total flops!).

What’s your favorite Natasha Denona palette? The one that tempted you the most or the one you use the most?

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Best & Worst of Smashbox Be Legendary Prime & Plush Lipsticks https://www.temptalia.com/best-worst-of-smashbox-be-legendary-prime-plush-lipsticks/ product https://www.temptalia.com/best-worst-of-smashbox-be-legendary-prime-plush-lipsticks/#comments Sat, 08 Jan 2022 15:00:00 +0000 Christine https://www.temptalia.com/?p=486992 All the reviews are done! Yay! Here's a recap of my reviews and ratings for the Smashbox Be Legendary Prime & Plush Lipstick ($24.00 for 0.14 oz.) range, which came out earlier this year. There are 15 shades, which you'll see listed from best to worst in this post.]]> Smashbox Be Legendary Prime and Plush Lipstick

All the reviews are done! Yay! Here’s a recap of my reviews and ratings for the Smashbox Be Legendary Prime & Plush Lipstick ($24.00 for 0.14 oz.) range, which came out earlier this year. There are 15 shades, which you’ll see listed from best to worst in this post.

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Best of Laura Mercier Rouge Essentiel Lipsticks https://www.temptalia.com/best-of-laura-mercier-rouge-essentiel-lipsticks/ product https://www.temptalia.com/best-of-laura-mercier-rouge-essentiel-lipsticks/#comments Sat, 25 Dec 2021 15:00:00 +0000 Christine https://www.temptalia.com/?p=474233 Here's a recap of my Laura Mercier Rouge Essentiel Lipstick ($32.00 for 0.12 oz.) reviews now that I've finished testing and publishing my reviews!]]> Laura Mercier Rouge Essentiel Silky Crème Lipstick

Here’s a recap of my Laura Mercier Rouge Essentiel Lipstick ($32.00 for 0.12 oz.) reviews now that I’ve finished testing and publishing my reviews!

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Best of Giorgio Armani Lip Power Satin Lipsticks https://www.temptalia.com/best-of-giorgio-armani-lip-power-satin-lipsticks/ product https://www.temptalia.com/best-of-giorgio-armani-lip-power-satin-lipsticks/#comments Sat, 18 Dec 2021 15:00:00 +0000 Christine https://www.temptalia.com/?p=479118 Giorgio Armani Lip Power Satin Lipstick ($38.00 for 0.11 oz.) is a new formula that launched a few weeks ago. The formula is supposed to be long-lasting, lightweight, and have buildable, vivid color in a satin finish. Here's a recap of my reviews!]]> Giorgio Armani Lip Power Satin Lipstick

($38.00 for 0.11 oz.) is a new formula that launched a few weeks ago. The formula is supposed to be long-lasting, lightweight, and have buildable, vivid color in a satin finish. Here’s a recap of my reviews!

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Best of Gucci Brilliant Glow Lipsticks https://www.temptalia.com/best-of-gucci-brilliant-glow-lipsticks/ product https://www.temptalia.com/best-of-gucci-brilliant-glow-lipsticks/#comments Sat, 11 Dec 2021 15:00:00 +0000 Christine https://www.temptalia.com/?p=479117 Gucci Brilliant Glow Lipstick ($42.00 for 0.06 oz.) includes 15 hues in a "long-lasting," "shiny" lip color that delivers a "veil of vibrant" color. Here is a roundup of my reviews!]]> Gucci Beauty Brilliant Glow Care Lipstick

Gucci Brilliant Glow Lipstick ($42.00 for 0.06 oz.) includes 15 hues in a “long-lasting,” “shiny” lip color that delivers a “veil of vibrant” color. Here is a roundup of my reviews!

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