Wet n Wild Megalast Lipstick in Don't Blink Pink
Compared to NARS Carthage
Shade: on the tube, Carthage looks a touch darker. That's probably because of the difference in finish; Carthage has a pure matte finish, while Don't Blink Pink is in semi-matte. But looking at the swatches, they look pretty close (if not the same) to me.
Opacity: Don't Blink Pink is more opaque. It's creamier so it's much easier to achieve an opaque finish. Carthage needs a little balm and more swipes to get that full opacity I prefer.
Formula: Don't Blink Pink is more comfortable to wear because it won't dry out your lips. It's creamy with a slight hint of sheen, making your lips look fuller and healthier. As much as I love matte formulas, NARS' pure matte formula is too much for me.
Longevity: given that Carthage is in pure matte, it tends to last longer than Don't Blink Pink. The former also doesn't transfer as much as the latter.
Packaging: Carthage obviously wins this one. The sleek and slim packaging of NARS Pure Matte lipsticks is very sophisticated compared to Wet n Wild's.
Scent / taste: They're pretty even on this category since they don't have a distinct smell or taste.
Left swatch: Don't Blink Pink, Right swatch: Carthage |
Upper lip: Don't Blink Pink Lower lip: Carthage |
To sum it all up: Wet n Wild Don't Blink Pink is a great dupe for NARS Carthage. Don't Blink Pink is more comfortable to wear, won't dry out your lips and won't break your budget. But if you really want matte long wearing lipstick and you have the money, then NARS Carthage is for you.
VERDICT:
I will definitely repurchase!
Where To Buy:
Wet n Wild Megalast Lipstick in Don't Blink Pink
3 pcs for PHP500 (shades of your choice), @Makeupjunkieshop of Instagram / MUJS Notsojunkieshop
This color is my weakness. I don't own any Megalast lippie I want to get mauve outta here. :)
ReplyDeletePretty din yun! :)
DeleteYou are really good on finding a dupe for expensive lipsticks! :D
ReplyDeleteHahaha! Thank you, Gina! :)
DeleteYou are one of my favorite lipstick reviewers talaga! Ilang tube na ang collection mo, Ate Ayzee? :)
ReplyDeletexx, Kim
Kimpossibly Gorgeous
Hahahahaha!! Thank you, Kim! I've lost count. :)) I gave some away na din kasi kaya di ko na binibilang. Hahaha!
DeleteI have this! favorite ko to.. I think i have 12 wet n wild.. ndi kasi afford ng mac so wet n wild nalang ncollect ko haha :)
ReplyDeleteHahaha! I'm on a MAC diet na to save money for something else kaya Wet n Wild naman bet ko ngayon :)
DeleteI've been wanting to get that Nars lippie for so long, I guess I'll have to settle with a WNW dupe first, lol
ReplyDeleteHahaha! If ever you get the Nars one let me know what you think :)
DeleteLove the color! Thanks for sharing this great find! :)
ReplyDeleteYou're welcome! And thank you too! :)
DeleteWhooo so in love with this shade. I have 4 WnW lippies and I think I will add this shade to my mini collection. Super dupe din siya ng nars oh based on your photos. Love it!
ReplyDeleteIt is! I didn't even know it's a dupe until I got it. :)
DeleteWooow, this seems sooo exact!! Great dupe, thanks for showing! (:
ReplyDeleteYou're welcome Natalie :) And thank you too!
DeleteThe color is very rich, love it!
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Thank you! :)
Deletecool! makakuha na nga ng mga wet and wild lippies, marami silang shade dupes accdg to your posts pansin ko lang hahaha :)
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