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 Sonia G. The Fundamental Brushes Now Available https://www.temptalia.com/sonia-g-the-fundamental-brush-set-now-available/ promo https://www.temptalia.com/sonia-g-the-fundamental-brush-set-now-available/#comments Sun, 28 Jan 2018 16:30:00 +0000 Christine https://www.temptalia.com/?p=322560 The Details Turn your makeup application ritual into something you look forward to every day. Designed by a brush expert for ease of use and efficiency, this artisan-crafted brush set from Sonia G. features optimized shapes and plush, silky bristles for a full face of makeup. The brushes are now available to purchase individually (prices below), and they can also be purchased as a set ($362.00). Pencil One Blue squirrel, pencil brush ($36.00 Crease One Blue squirrel, pointed crease brush ($38.00) Builder One Dyed Saikoho goat, for shimmers and metallics (32.00) Worker One Dyed Continue Reading… ]]> Sonia G. The Fundamental Brush Set
Sonia G. The Fundamental Brush Set

The Details

Turn your makeup application ritual into something you look forward to every day. Designed by a brush expert for ease of use and efficiency, this artisan-crafted brush set from Sonia G. features optimized shapes and plush, silky bristles for a full face of makeup.

Now online

Sonia G. Brushes, $32.00 to $75.00 (Permanent)

The brushes are now available to purchase individually (prices below), and they can also be purchased as a set ($362.00).

  • Pencil One Blue squirrel, pencil brush ($36.00
  • Crease One Blue squirrel, pointed crease brush ($38.00)
  • Builder One Dyed Saikoho goat, for shimmers and metallics (32.00)
  • Worker One Dyed Saikoho goat, for blending eyeshadow ($36.00)
  • Base One Hakutotsuho goat and PBT, for liquid and cream face products ($65.00)
  • Face Two Saikoho goat, smaller face brush ($48.00)
  • Sculpt One Hakutotsuho goat, large fan brush ($75.00)
  • Sculpt Three Dyed Saikoho goat, for highlighter ($32.00)

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Chikuhodo Holiday 2017 Brush Sets https://www.temptalia.com/chikuhodo-holiday-2017-brush-sets/ promo https://www.temptalia.com/chikuhodo-holiday-2017-brush-sets/#comments Thu, 14 Dec 2017 18:13:59 +0000 Christine https://www.temptalia.com/?p=321744 The Details Two new, limited edition brush sets for the holidays are now available. This limited edition 2017 Noel Collection Vin Rouge Brush Set features six new brushes composed of the finest materials featuring various brush head designs. In the spirit of the holidays, the plum rouge handles of each brush are decorated with a glimmering Makie design of magenta and gold ornaments. Powder Brush (163mm) / Gray Squirrel Foundation Brush (136mm) / Saikoho Goat Highlight Brush (152mm) / Gray Squirrel & Capra Eye Shadow Brush (135mm) / Weasel Eyebrow Brush (122mm) / Raccoon Lip Continue Reading… ]]> Chikuhodo Holiday 2017 Brush Sets
Chikuhodo Holiday 2017 Brush Sets

The Details

Two new, limited edition brush sets for the holidays are now available.

Now online

Noel Collection Vin Rouge Brush Set, $340.00 (Limited Edition)

This limited edition 2017 Noel Collection Vin Rouge Brush Set features six new brushes composed of the finest materials featuring various brush head designs. In the spirit of the holidays, the plum rouge handles of each brush are decorated with a glimmering Makie design of magenta and gold ornaments.

  • Powder Brush (163mm) / Gray Squirrel
  • Foundation Brush (136mm) / Saikoho Goat
  • Highlight Brush (152mm) / Gray Squirrel & Capra
  • Eye Shadow Brush (135mm) / Weasel
  • Eyebrow Brush (122mm) / Raccoon
  • Lip Brush (126mm) / Weasel
  • Portable Brush Case

Noel Collection Vin Blanc Brush Set, $140.00 (Limited Edition)

This limited edition 2017 Noel Collection Vin Blanc Brush Set features four new portable brushes composed of the finest materials featuring various brush head designs. The brushes are designed with retractable matte finished handles and are embellished with a Makie pattern of rose and marigold holiday ornaments.

  • Powder Brush (Full Length: 175mm / Closed: 105mm) / Gray Squirrel & Capra
  • Cheek Brush (Full Length: 128mm / Closed: 72mm) / Capra
  • Eye Shadow Brush (Full Length: 140mm / Closed: 100mm) / Gray Squirrel & Weasel
  • Lip Brush (Full Length: 139mm / Closed: 100mm) / Weasel

Chikuhodo Holiday 2017 Brush Sets
Chikuhodo Holiday 2017 Brush Sets

Chikuhodo Holiday 2017 Brush Sets
Chikuhodo Holiday 2017 Brush Sets

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Wayne Goss The Holiday Brush 2017 https://www.temptalia.com/wayne-goss-the-holiday-brush-2017/ promo https://www.temptalia.com/wayne-goss-the-holiday-brush-2017/#comments Thu, 14 Dec 2017 18:06:46 +0000 Christine https://www.temptalia.com/?p=321742 The Details Get a soft, naturally luminous effect from your highlighter with this year’s limited edition Holiday Brush. Designed to seamlessly disperse powder over the skin with sheer payoff, The Holiday Brush helps you achieve a subtle, your-glow-but-better look in a single stroke. The Holiday Brush’s long, wispy bristles pick up and lay down a microfine layer of powder particles, ensuring a sheer, natural finish with highlighter and blush. While most brushes pick up more pigment than you actually need, The Holiday Brush builds up color gradually without wasting any product. Simply glide the Continue Reading… ]]> Wayne Goss The Holiday Brush 2017
Wayne Goss The Holiday Brush 2017

The Details

Get a soft, naturally luminous effect from your highlighter with this year’s limited edition Holiday Brush. Designed to seamlessly disperse powder over the skin with sheer payoff, The Holiday Brush helps you achieve a subtle, your-glow-but-better look in a single stroke.

Now online

The Holiday Brush 2017, $45.00 (Limited Edition)

The Holiday Brush’s long, wispy bristles pick up and lay down a microfine layer of powder particles, ensuring a sheer, natural finish with highlighter and blush. While most brushes pick up more pigment than you actually need, The Holiday Brush builds up color gradually without wasting any product.

Simply glide the brush along your cheekbone for a softly luminous look. Unlike brushes that require circular buffing, The Holiday Brush applies your powder and blends it for you in a single stroke.

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Coloured Raine Cheers to the Beauty Palette for Holiday 2017 https://www.temptalia.com/coloured-raine-cheers-to-the-beauty-palette-for-holiday-2017/ promo https://www.temptalia.com/coloured-raine-cheers-to-the-beauty-palette-for-holiday-2017/#comments Sun, 10 Dec 2017 20:02:55 +0000 Christine https://www.temptalia.com/?p=321492 The Details The palette was inspired by the exaggerative makeup of the 1920s Jazz era. A time where women took bold risk with makeup and made a statement every time they had a night out on the town! Curated for the expressive and modern soul, we hope that this pallet brings a little sass in your everyday life and that you experience the confidence a little shimmer can bring. Introducing Cheers To The Beauty™️ a 13 pan eyeshadow and highlighter palette consisting of warm and cool tones with various textures. Five (5) mattes, Continue Reading… ]]> Coloured Raine Cheers to the Beauty Palette
Coloured Raine Cheers to the Beauty Palette

The Details

The palette was inspired by the exaggerative makeup of the 1920s Jazz era. A time where women took bold risk with makeup and made a statement every time they had a night out on the town! Curated for the expressive and modern soul, we hope that this pallet brings a little sass in your everyday life and that you experience the confidence a little shimmer can bring.

Pre-order now; shipping 12/20

Cheers to the Beauty Palette, $56.00

Introducing Cheers To The Beauty™ a 13 pan eyeshadow and highlighter palette consisting of warm and cool tones with various textures. Five (5) mattes, two (2) foils, five (5) shimmer pearls and one (1) highlight shade.


P.S. — You can get 10% off Coloured Raine orders, including this palette, when you shop through Temptalia’s link (discount will automatically be shown in the cart).

Coloured Raine Cheers to the Beauty Palette
Coloured Raine Cheers to the Beauty Palette

Coloured Raine Cheers to the Beauty Palette
Coloured Raine Cheers to the Beauty Palette

Coloured Raine Cheers to the Beauty Palette
Coloured Raine Cheers to the Beauty Palette

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Pat McGrath LuxeTrance Lipstick Sets for Holiday 2017 https://www.temptalia.com/pat-mcgrath-luxetrance-lipstick-sets-for-holiday-2017/ promo https://www.temptalia.com/pat-mcgrath-luxetrance-lipstick-sets-for-holiday-2017/#comments Thu, 30 Nov 2017 21:07:34 +0000 Christine https://www.temptalia.com/?p=320009 The Details Slay the season with covetable curated lipstick collections for every kind of beauty junkie on your holiday gifting list. There are three curated trios available. The ultimate holiday lip sets star three salacious trios of LuxeTrance™ Lipstick that promise to provoke, seduce and slay the season in hues that hug every curve. Skin Show Lavish (Mauve rose), LaBeija (warm peach tone beige), Unfaithful (Deep rose nude) Colour Blitz Reds McGrath Muse (Warm red), Major Red (Cool red), 35mm (Burgundy pink) Colour Blitz Pinks Profumo (Neutral true pink), Pink Ultraness (Deep Continue Reading… ]]> Pat McGrath LuxeTrance Lipstick Sets for Holiday 2017
Pat McGrath LuxeTrance Lipstick Sets for Holiday 2017

The Details

Slay the season with covetable curated lipstick collections for every kind of beauty junkie on your holiday gifting list.

Now online

Lust: Curated Collection of 3, $95.00 each ($114 Value) (Limited Edition)

There are three curated trios available. The ultimate holiday lip sets star three salacious trios of LuxeTrance™ Lipstick that promise to provoke, seduce and slay the season in hues that hug every curve.

  • Skin Show Lavish (Mauve rose), LaBeija (warm peach tone beige), Unfaithful (Deep rose nude)
  • Colour Blitz Reds McGrath Muse (Warm red), Major Red (Cool red), 35mm (Burgundy pink)
  • Colour Blitz Pinks Profumo (Neutral true pink), Pink Ultraness (Deep cool magenta), Psycho Candy (Fuchsia)

Lust: Curated Collection of 17, $550.00 ($646 Value) (Limited Edition)

The ultimate holiday lip set stars a 17-piece slayage of LuxeTrance™ Lipsticks that promises to provoke, seduce and slay the season in hues that hug every curve.

  • Donatella Beige mauve
  • Sextrology Neutral pink
  • Major Red Cool red
  • Lavish Mauve rose
  • Tropicalia Neutral coral
  • Valletta Neutral peach
  • Anarkissed Vivid wine
  • Wrecked True berry
  • LaBeija Warm peach tone beige
  • Sorry Not Sorry Plum
  • Profumo Neutral true pink
  • She’s Heaven Brown rose
  • Madame Greige Violet based beige
  • Unfaithful Deep rose nude
  • Lust Angeles Brown beige
  • Psycho Candy Fuchsia
  • Unnatural Natural Mahogany

Pat McGrath LuxeTrance Lipstick Sets for Holiday 2017
Pat McGrath LuxeTrance Lipstick Sets for Holiday 2017

Pat McGrath LuxeTrance Lipstick Sets for Holiday 2017
Pat McGrath LuxeTrance Lipstick Sets for Holiday 2017

Pat McGrath LuxeTrance Lipstick Sets for Holiday 2017
Pat McGrath LuxeTrance Lipstick Sets for Holiday 2017

Pat McGrath LuxeTrance Lipstick Sets for Holiday 2017
Pat McGrath LuxeTrance Lipstick Sets for Holiday 2017

Pat McGrath LuxeTrance Lipstick Sets for Holiday 2017
Pat McGrath LuxeTrance Lipstick Sets for Holiday 2017

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MAC x Jade Jagger Collection for December 2017 https://www.temptalia.com/mac-x-jade-jagger-collection-for-december-2017/ promo https://www.temptalia.com/mac-x-jade-jagger-collection-for-december-2017/#comments Wed, 29 Nov 2017 21:43:00 +0000 Christine https://www.temptalia.com/?p=319991 The Details British jewellery designer Jade Jagger brings her gemstone proclivities and free-spirited sensibilities to a collection for M∙A∙C. In tribute to her rock ‘n’ roll heritage, Jagger shares all the lustre of her eclectic lifestyle with pearlescent Mineralize Lipsticks, Eye Shadows, Blushes and Skinfinish. Jewel tones and deep golds take on all the cool glamour of the designer’s vision. Nano Nude Soft beige Suede Mid-tone bronze Space Dark olive brown Jungle Green Dark green Champagne Soft champagne gold Rose Rose gold Golden Bright copper Brown Deep reddish brown Opal Beach Soft peach nude Sunset Continue Reading… ]]> MAC x Jade Jagger Collection
MAC x Jade Jagger Collection

The Details

British jewellery designer Jade Jagger brings her gemstone proclivities and free-spirited sensibilities to a collection for M∙A∙C. In tribute to her rock ‘n’ roll heritage, Jagger shares all the lustre of her eclectic lifestyle with pearlescent Mineralize Lipsticks, Eye Shadows, Blushes and Skinfinish. Jewel tones and deep golds take on all the cool glamour of the designer’s vision.

12/14 at select MAC locations & online

Burning Lights Mineralize Eyeshadow x 4, $46.00 U.S. / $55.00 CAD (Limited Edition)

  • Nano Nude Soft beige
  • Suede Mid-tone bronze
  • Space Dark olive brown
  • Jungle Green Dark green

Golden Shine Mineralize Eyeshadow x 4, $46.00 U.S. / $55.00 CAD (Limited Edition)

  • Champagne Soft champagne gold
  • Rose Rose gold
  • Golden Bright copper
  • Brown Deep reddish brown

Mineralize Rich Lipstick, $25.00 U.S. / $30.00 CAD (Limited Edition)

  • Opal Beach Soft peach nude
  • Sunset Pearl Mid-tone rosy brown
  • Rolling Red Pinkish red

Mineralize Blush, $28.00 U.S. / $33.00 CAD (Limited Edition)

  • Moon Shimmer Soft peach with brown
  • Perfect Bronze Rose with brown

Mineralize Skinfinish, $33.00 U.S. / $38.00 CAD (Limited Edition)

  • Satin Shimmer Deep brown with gold pearl

MAC x Jade Jagger Collection
MAC x Jade Jagger Collection

MAC x Jade Jagger Collection
MAC x Jade Jagger Collection

MAC x Jade Jagger Collection
MAC x Jade Jagger Collection

MAC x Jade Jagger Collection
MAC x Jade Jagger Collection

MAC x Jade Jagger Collection
MAC x Jade Jagger Collection

MAC x Jade Jagger Collection
MAC x Jade Jagger Collection

MAC x Jade Jagger Collection
MAC x Jade Jagger Collection

MAC x Jade Jagger Collection
MAC x Jade Jagger Collection

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Too Faced Chocolate Gold Collection for Holiday 2017 https://www.temptalia.com/too-faced-chocolate-gold-collection-for-holiday-2017/ promo https://www.temptalia.com/too-faced-chocolate-gold-collection-for-holiday-2017/#comments Tue, 28 Nov 2017 18:05:16 +0000 Christine https://www.temptalia.com/?p=319303 The Details This collection has a whole lot of dates, so here are details: Palette launches online on Too Faced on 11/28; then 12/3 on Ulta and 12/11 on Sephora. The palette launches in stores on 12/11 for Sephora and Macy's and 12/12 for Ulta. The collection launches online on Too Faced and Sephora on 12/8 and then Ulta on 12/15. The collection launches in stores on 12/26 at all retailers. Take decadence to the next level with a luxurious gold and cocoa powder-infused eye shadow palette that smells as good as Continue Reading… ]]> Too Faced Chocolate Gold Collection for Holiday 2017
Too Faced Chocolate Gold Collection for Holiday 2017

The Details

This collection has a whole lot of dates, so here are details:

Palette launches online on Too Faced on 11/28; then 12/3 on Ulta and 12/11 on Sephora. The palette launches in stores on 12/11 for Sephora and Macy’s and 12/12 for Ulta. The collection launches online on Too Faced and Sephora on 12/8 and then Ulta on 12/15. The collection launches in stores on 12/26 at all retailers.

Date varies by retailer, see above!

Chocolate Gold Eyeshadow Palette, $49.00 (Limited Edition)

Take decadence to the next level with a luxurious gold and cocoa powder-infused eye shadow palette that smells as good as it looks. Have a major metallic moment with foiled shadows that are created with real gold for an epic high-shine finish that’s paired with rich, seductive mattes for coffee to cocktails wear. All shadows feature a soft, velvety texture with full coverage payoff. The entire palette is infused with skin-loving cocoa powder for a decadent chocolate scent.

Diamond Highlighter, $34.00 (Limited Edition)

This one-of-a kind highlighter is infused with real crushed diamond powder and light reflecting pearls to create a rainbow diamond fire glow like you’ve never seen. Light up your complexion for a pure radiance that works on any skin tone. Swirl the pink, blue, and gold shades to create your custom highlighter that can be used anywhere. The liquid to powder formula is hand poured ensuring that no two highlighters will ever look the same–just like a real diamond.

Chocolate Gold Soleil Bronzer, $30.00 (Limited Edition)

Our bestselling Chocolate Soleil Bronzer just went gold! Bathe your skin in a golden bronze glow with this cocoa powder-infused bronzer created with real shimmering gold that smells like a chocolate dream.

Melted Gold Liquified Gold Lip Gloss, $21.00 (Limited Edition)

Drench your lips in the sexy decadence of pure gold. Our liquid foil formula takes on new life as a turned-up, epic, high glitter-lipped moment when any light shines on it. It’s buildable, easy-to-wear, and infused with real gold! Raise the gold bar by applying 2-3 layers of melted GOLD for maximum shine and decadence.

Pure Gold Loose Glitter, $17.00 (Limited Edition)

Real gold is infused in this ultra-fine loose glitter for a buildable formula that can be used as a highlighter, eye shadow, on lips, or anywhere else you want to create a high-impact sparkling gold finish.

Too Faced Chocolate Gold Collection for Holiday 2017
Too Faced Chocolate Gold Collection for Holiday 2017

Too Faced Chocolate Gold Collection for Holiday 2017
Too Faced Chocolate Gold Collection for Holiday 2017

Too Faced Chocolate Gold Collection for Holiday 2017
Too Faced Chocolate Gold Collection for Holiday 2017

Too Faced Chocolate Gold Collection for Holiday 2017
Too Faced Chocolate Gold Collection for Holiday 2017

Too Faced Chocolate Gold Collection for Holiday 2017
Too Faced Chocolate Gold Collection for Holiday 2017

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Smith Cosmetics Complexion Collection Launches https://www.temptalia.com/smith-cosmetics-complexion-collection-launches/ promo https://www.temptalia.com/smith-cosmetics-complexion-collection-launches/#comments Fri, 24 Nov 2017 18:16:40 +0000 Christine https://www.temptalia.com/?p=319634 The Details The Complexion Collection takes care of all of your complexion needs. These 4 brushes are made with a densely packed 50/50 mix of high-quality goat hair and synthetic fibers. The small, densely packed hairs of this brush allow you to apply and blend all types of concealers to achieve a gorgeous airbrushed finish. Made with a 50/50 mix of high-quality goat hair and synthetic fibers. The densely packed hairs of this brush allow you to apply and blend all types of foundation to achieve an airbrushed finish. Made with a 50/50 mix of high-quality Continue Reading… ]]> Smith Cosmetics Complexion Collection
Smith Cosmetics Complexion Collection

The Details

The Complexion Collection takes care of all of your complexion needs. These 4 brushes are made with a densely packed 50/50 mix of high-quality goat hair and synthetic fibers.

Now online

109 Buffing Concealer Brush, $28.50 (Permanent)

The small, densely packed hairs of this brush allow you to apply and blend all types of concealers to achieve a gorgeous airbrushed finish. Made with a 50/50 mix of high-quality goat hair and synthetic fibers.

130 Buffing Foundation Brush, $32.25 (Permanent)

The densely packed hairs of this brush allow you to apply and blend all types of foundation to achieve an airbrushed finish. Made with a 50/50 mix of high-quality goat hair and synthetic fibres.

133 Buffing Face Brush, $37.50 (Permanent)

The semi-dense packed hairs of this brush allow you to apply and blend all types of blush and powder and the longer fibres allow you to buff out all face applications to achieve an airbrushed finish. Made with a 50/50 mix of high-quality goat hair and synthetic fibres.

139 Buffing Face & Body Brush, $39.50 (Permanent)

This is Smith’s larges brush and is designed for use on the face and body. The densely packed hairs of this brush allow you to apply and blend all types of colour products to achieve an airbrushed seamless finish. Made with a 50/50 mix of high-quality goat hair and synthetic fibres.

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