Thursday, January 20, 2011

Revlon ColorBurst Lipgloss In Peony Review, A Dupe For NARS Orgasm?

Described as a pinky-peach with gold shimmers, Revlon's new ColorBurst lipgloss in Peony sounds awfully like a certain gloss by NARS.


Revlon's ColorBurst lipgloss range is relatively new. I only started seeing them in stores about a month ago.

The glosses in this range are on the sheer side, but, they can be somewhat build-able depending on the shade. I don't think they were meant to be super pigmented either. What really makes them stand out is the beautiful micro-shimmer packed into each tube. You can see it in the tube and it transfers to your lips.The formula is non sticky and have decent staying power. The packaging is nice too, slimmer and longer than their Super Lustrous glosses with embossed cross-stitch top just like the ColorBurst lipsticks.


Here's a swatch of Peony. The micro glitter is really pretty, it's a refined type of shimmer that I personally love. 


So, how does it compare to NARS' cult classic Orgasm?


Here they are swatched side by side. They look very much alike from the swatch. What's the difference?
  • Peony is a teeny bit more pink, Orgasm is a weeny bit more peach
  • Peony is more of a glittery shine gloss, Orgasm is more a shimmery sheen
  • Peony is more sheer, Orgasm is more pigmented
The verdict? It's very close but not an exact dupe, the finish and texture makes a difference. As far as the glosses go, I actually prefer Revlon's Peony over NARS' Orgasm for the micro shimmer and non-sticky factors. But that's just me. Also, at $7.49, it's pretty awesome.

Here's a quick FOTD with the gloss:





XOXO, M

43 comments:

  1. omg i looooove that Revlon gloss!

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  2. ooh! i'm gonna go check this out!

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  3. I love the last picture of you. It's so cute and the falsies look great! :)

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  4. That color looks really good on you! The color when its in the tube looks completely different than the swatch!

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  5. Yet another Revlon item added to my list of future purchases.
    Thanks for the review and comparison!!

    xx
    JordanMayTwigs.
    <3

    www.jordanmaytwigs.blogspot.com

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  6. @DarlingV

    I'll look at revlon in a new light from now :)

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  7. omg the colour and plumpness is amazing! your lips are so full and glittery!

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  8. The color is sooooo pretty. Will definitely check it out when I have time!!!

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  9. I was eying these at the store the other day! I love the thin tube and the cross-stitch design on the cap. Think I might pass them up if they're not as pigmented as the Super Lustrous line, though. Thanks for the review :)

    veryaimee.com

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  10. the color looks gorgeous on you~
    will definitely check this color out in person =D

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  11. @Bombchell Oh yes, I think my 2 fave drug store brands are Revlon and Wet n' Wild.

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  12. the gloss looks so shiny. when i look at the gloss on your lips, it looks like its kinda thick. does it feel thick on the lips?

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  13. I love how you put your makeup, so natural looking! :)

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  14. Hi Mona, just stumbled upon your site. Love your posts, and you are gorgeous!

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  15. that gloss is beautiful, i love the micro glitter! i saw these the other day and thought about buying them but wasn't how the quality was..thanks for sharing!
    ps. i love your new header :)

    Beauty Bag 411

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  16. I LOVE it when i find a drugstore find thats better than high end brands. I have yet to try the Revlon Colorburst glosses, I keep passing by them though...FOTD looks great! <3

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  17. @eri let me know how you likey it if you get it!

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  18. @EugeniaI thought so too. it came out sheerer but very pretty :)

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  19. @chandraIt's not thick, at least I didn't think so.

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  20. @Sushiright? gives you such a sense of accomplishment hahahah

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  21. I have the same one! I bought this gloss cause I thought it was a great dupe for Orgasm too! =) It's a great buy

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  22. Pretty! *^_^* I know you said it wasn't an exact dupe but it sure looks close. I love pink gloss so I may have to snap this up!

    Have a good weekend, girl <3

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  23. I got this the other day and just love it!! It wears so well and its the perfect better than my lips shade^_^ I'm going to haul so many of the other shades the next time I see a sale!

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  24. U have beautiful mouth!
    I like this lip gloss.

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  25. @Shop N' Chomp get ittttt and tell me how you like it!

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  26. @choka seriously, i'm waiting for a bogo or something so i can get more! :P

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  27. OMG I love the color and the name of it. This is certainly a must get on my list and thanks for the amazing comparison review.

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  28. oh how pretty!!! I'm going to have to check this out! ♥

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  29. I am a lipgloss fanatic! Revlon has a great line with great colors.

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  30. That's a great color on your gorgeous pucker. I'm getting this. Pretty!

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  31. Hi Mona, just stumbled upon your site. Love your posts, and you are gorgeous!

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  32. the gloss looks so shiny. when i look at the gloss on your lips, it looks like its kinda thick. does it feel thick on the lips?

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  33. I got this the other day and just love it!! It wears so well and its the perfect better than my lips shade^_^ I'm going to haul so many of the other shades the next time I see a sale!

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