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 What fragrance have you been reaching for the most lately? https://www.temptalia.com/what-fragrance-have-you-been-reaching-for-the-most-lately/ https://www.temptalia.com/what-fragrance-have-you-been-reaching-for-the-most-lately/#comments Wed, 04 Oct 2023 12:00:00 +0000 Christine https://www.temptalia.com/?p=551760 Profumum Roma Amber Aurea! I wear it year-round, but it definitely gives me fall/winter vibes.]]> Profumum Roma Amber Aurea! I wear it year-round, but it definitely gives me fall/winter vibes.

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]]> https://www.temptalia.com/what-fragrance-have-you-been-reaching-for-the-most-lately/feed/ 7 How long does foundation typically wear for you? Is that long enough? https://www.temptalia.com/how-long-does-foundation-typically-wear-for-you-is-that-long-enough/ https://www.temptalia.com/how-long-does-foundation-typically-wear-for-you-is-that-long-enough/#comments Tue, 03 Oct 2023 12:00:00 +0000 Christine https://www.temptalia.com/?p=551759 The ones I'll wear by choice tend to last a solid eight hours before starting to show some signs of wear, but they'd be minor signs - not heavy creasing or patchiness. I'd prefer a bit closer to 10 hours, which I find I can get to if I set with powder or use a primer underneath.]]> The ones I’ll wear by choice tend to last a solid eight hours before starting to show some signs of wear, but they’d be minor signs – not heavy creasing or patchiness. I’d prefer a bit closer to 10 hours, which I find I can get to if I set with powder or use a primer underneath.

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]]> https://www.temptalia.com/how-long-does-foundation-typically-wear-for-you-is-that-long-enough/feed/ 8 How long do lip products typically wear for you? Is that long enough? https://www.temptalia.com/how-long-do-lip-products-typically-wear-for-you-is-that-long-enough/ https://www.temptalia.com/how-long-do-lip-products-typically-wear-for-you-is-that-long-enough/#comments Mon, 02 Oct 2023 12:00:00 +0000 Christine https://www.temptalia.com/?p=551758 Traditional lipsticks are often three to four hours with a few long-wearing formulas (usually matte or deeper hues, like a red) get closer to six hours. Lipglosses are two to four hours (the tackier, the longer the wear). I don't mind reapplying if it means my lips are more comfortable during wear!]]> Traditional lipsticks are often three to four hours with a few long-wearing formulas (usually matte or deeper hues, like a red) get closer to six hours. Lipglosses are two to four hours (the tackier, the longer the wear). I don’t mind reapplying if it means my lips are more comfortable during...

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]]> https://www.temptalia.com/how-long-do-lip-products-typically-wear-for-you-is-that-long-enough/feed/ 11 How long do cheek products typically wear for you? Is that long enough? https://www.temptalia.com/how-long-do-cheek-products-typically-wear-for-you-is-that-long-enough/ https://www.temptalia.com/how-long-do-cheek-products-typically-wear-for-you-is-that-long-enough/#comments Sun, 01 Oct 2023 12:00:00 +0000 Christine https://www.temptalia.com/?p=551757 Powder-based cheek products tend to last around (decently before kind of breaking down / more apparent that there's been wear) eight hours without additional prep/priming, while liquids/creams are similar but can sometimes get closer to 10 hours depending on formula. Plenty long for me, though.]]> Powder-based cheek products tend to last around (decently before kind of breaking down / more apparent that there’s been wear) eight hours without additional prep/priming, while liquids/creams are similar but can sometimes get closer to 10 hours depending on formula. Plenty long for me, though.

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]]> https://www.temptalia.com/how-long-do-cheek-products-typically-wear-for-you-is-that-long-enough/feed/ 11 How long does eyeshadow typically wear for you? Is that long enough? https://www.temptalia.com/how-long-does-eyeshadow-typically-wear-for-you-is-that-long-enough/ https://www.temptalia.com/how-long-does-eyeshadow-typically-wear-for-you-is-that-long-enough/#comments Sat, 30 Sep 2023 12:00:00 +0000 Christine https://www.temptalia.com/?p=551756 It lasts around eight hours decently - that means a bit of fading or signs of wear but not to the casual viewer. I would definitely use a primer if I planned to leave the house as I prefer better wear overall.]]> It lasts around eight hours decently – that means a bit of fading or signs of wear but not to the casual viewer. I would definitely use a primer if I planned to leave the house as I prefer better wear overall.

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]]> https://www.temptalia.com/how-long-does-eyeshadow-typically-wear-for-you-is-that-long-enough/feed/ 14 Do you prefer translucent or colored eyeshadow primers/bases? https://www.temptalia.com/do-you-prefer-translucent-or-colored-eyeshadow-primers-bases/ https://www.temptalia.com/do-you-prefer-translucent-or-colored-eyeshadow-primers-bases/#comments Fri, 29 Sep 2023 12:00:00 +0000 Christine https://www.temptalia.com/?p=551755 I prefer translucent because most of the eyeshadows I reach for are pigmented enough that I don't need a colored primer to boost, and I definitely find translucent primers easier to build on top of than colored bases, which are often thicker.]]> I prefer translucent because most of the eyeshadows I reach for are pigmented enough that I don’t need a colored primer to boost, and I definitely find translucent primers easier to build on top of than colored bases, which are often thicker.

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]]> https://www.temptalia.com/do-you-prefer-translucent-or-colored-eyeshadow-primers-bases/feed/ 16 How do you use eyeshadow pencils in a look usually? https://www.temptalia.com/how-do-you-use-eyeshadow-pencils-in-a-look-usually/ https://www.temptalia.com/how-do-you-use-eyeshadow-pencils-in-a-look-usually/#comments Thu, 28 Sep 2023 12:00:00 +0000 Christine https://www.temptalia.com/?p=551754 I'm so used to NOT using a base that I tend to only use them for multi-shade looks, usually on the lid, or as an eyeliner.]]> I’m so used to NOT using a base that I tend to only use them for multi-shade looks, usually on the lid, or as an eyeliner.

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]]> https://www.temptalia.com/how-do-you-use-eyeshadow-pencils-in-a-look-usually/feed/ 11 What is your least favorite type of mini set? https://www.temptalia.com/what-is-your-least-favorite-type-of-mini-set/ https://www.temptalia.com/what-is-your-least-favorite-type-of-mini-set/#comments Wed, 27 Sep 2023 12:00:00 +0000 Christine https://www.temptalia.com/?p=551753 I think a lot of the mini face palettes end up suiting a narrower set of skin tones/preferences, so I always feel like there's one or more shades that I wouldn't reach for.]]> I think a lot of the mini face palettes end up suiting a narrower set of skin tones/preferences, so I always feel like there’s one or more shades that I wouldn’t reach for.

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