So, what’s a makeup-loving, budget-conscious person to do? DUPE HUNT! It’s like a treasure hunt, but for lipstick. And honestly, sometimes the “treasure” ends up being even better than the original, ya know?
I’ve been digging around, and apparently, people are finding some good options. One thing I saw mentioned was the YSL Loveshine Candy Glow, and then a suggestion that *that* has a cheaper alternative! A balm that looks like a lipstick? Sounds promising! The article mentioned it’s about a quarter of the price, which is a HUGE difference. Ingredients are, uh, important, I guess. But tbh, I’m mostly looking for something that *looks* good and *feels* good.
Then there’s the whole dupe thread thing… You know how it is, people sharing their holy grail finds that are supposedly 90-100% identical. Identical? Really? Color me skeptical. I mean, I always take those with a grain of salt, because everyone’s lips are different, and what looks amazing on one person might be “meh” on another. Still, worth checking out, right?
Someone also suggested Laneige Stained Glow Lip Balm as a dupe for the YSL Volupte Tint-in-Balm. Now, I haven’t tried *that* one personally, but Laneige is a solid brand, so it’s probably worth a look-see. The person who mentioned it said it’s a “pretty close dupe” for the lip balm and tint effect, which is exactly what we’re after!
And then there’s MCoBeauty. I’ve heard whispers about them being good for dupes in general, not just lip products. Apparently, they’ve got some stuff that rivals Charlotte Tilbury and Glossier too? Sounds like a potential goldmine! I’m especially interested in their lip dupes.
Honestly, finding a true “dupe” is like finding a unicorn sometimes. But even if it’s not *exactly* the same, as long as it gives you that same vibe – the moisturizing feel, the pretty color, the overall “I feel fabulous” feeling – then it’s a win in my book.
