Nars Laguna And Casino Swatches

• Nars Laguna And Casino Swatches Lipstick
• Nars Laguna And Casino Swatches Double Wear
• Nars Laguna And Casino Swatches Matte

Nars Laguna And Casino Swatches Lipstick

When it comes to bronzers, very few shades on the market hold a candle to NARS' Laguna. This cult-favorite buy produces the perfect sun-kissed glow, and it's so popular that it's regularly lauded as a favorite among celebrities and beauty gurus alike. The problem? At $40, this compact isn't exactly cheap. So in the hopes of finding a more wallet-friendly alternative, I took to the internet to find the best NARS Laguna dupes.

Lucky for me (and you), there's a lot of information out there in the form of Reddit threads, Instagram posts, and YouTube beauty channels. One of my favorites, the Dupe Detectives, filmed an entire video dedicated to finding cheaper versions of Laguna. This video is useful, because it allows you to see the shades on skin if you're unable to swatch them on your own. Reddit is also home to a treasure trove of dupe discoveries, with dozens of threads discussing the pros and cons of different products. One quick search of 'NARS Laguna dupes' brings up tons of recommendations from beauty fanatics around the globe. But it does take some digging — which is why I did all the heavy lifting for you.

After hours of research, product testing, and beauty-blogger-video-watching, I've compiled the three most highly recommended dupes for NARS Laguna just below. The best part? They all cost less than $10.

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1. The Closest Dupe To Laguna On The Market — But You Get Less Product, And It's Not As Buildable

.NEW. NARS LAGUNA COLLECTION FULL REVIEW SUMMER 2020. NARS Orgasm Lip Balm Quick Review Swatch Tutorial On Dry Natural Lips - Duration: 2:02. Heather Rawr 25,159 views. NARS Casino Sun Wash Diffusing Bronzer NARS Casino is a moderately warm-toned, medium-dark brown with a semi-matte finish. It is a limited edition bronzer that retails for $40.00 and contains 0.28 oz. Shade – Nars Casino Bronzing Powder is describes as “A diffused deep brown powder with golden shimmer”, on the NARS Website. It is the perfect description of the product. It is a deeper and less shimmery version of Laguna, which will suit the medium to deeper skin tones perfectly. It doesn’t have any orange hues.

Of all of the dupes listed on Reddit and YouTube, e.l.f's Studio Contouring Blush And Bronzing Powder in 'St. Lucia' is one that comes up the most. The girls over at Dupe Detectives claim that St. Lucia is a dead-ringer for Laguna, and the swatches they made in their video seem to indicate that's true. e.l.f's duo also comes with a matching blush, which is a nice bonus for those who want their blush and bronzer to compliment one another. The fact that it's cruelty-free is a big winner for a lot of folks, especially since that isn't something Laguna can claim (NARS sells in China, and regulations there require animal testing).

The one setback of e.l.f's bronzer is that, unlike Laguna, it's not super buildable. Laguna goes on quite thin, allowing you to naturally build up color as you go. St. Lucia gives you much more pigment with every swipe, which means it's easy to put on a little too much. But with a light hand, these two products are pretty much equals. Just make sure to have a buffing brush on hand in case you get a little overzealous with your application.

2. Another Close Dupe, But It's Scented

Physician's Formula Butter Bronzer in 'Bronzer' is another Laguna dupe beauty bloggers swear by. Since it's not a two-in-one, like e.l.f's is, this compact will last you much longer — you're getting much more of the actual bronzer. This is another cruelty-free pick, so animal-lovers, rejoice!

One drawback to the Butter Bronzer, however, is the fact that it's scented. This can make it difficult for folks with sensitive skin types to use. But aside from that minor issue, Butter Bronzer is a great option if you're looking for a cheap alternative to Laguna that will last you a while.

3. A Matte Formula, If You Love The Shade But Hate The Shimmer

One of the reasons why I've never been able to fall in love with Laguna is because of the sparkly sheen it casts on your face. If you're like me, and you prefer matte makeup, reach for NYX's Professional Matte Bronzer in 'Medium.' This is another Reddit favorite because of the color payoff. It's super similar to Laguna, in that it's buildable, it doesn't have a scent, and it's actually the cheapest dupe on this list. If you're able to go without the sheen, opt for this matte option instead. You may find you don't even miss the sparkle.

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It’s two hours past midnight and Bentley is curled up in a ball sleeping right beside me (loudly if I may add, who knew a dog as small as him could snore so loudly). Meanwhile, I’m glued to my laptop ready to finish this entry before the sun is up.

I’ve wanted to compare these bronzers for you ever since I bought a box of Benefit Hoola. Nars Laguna was my second choice, and for a long time I couldn’t pick between the two. After all they’re both what most girls call their Holy Grail bronzers.

So I did what any confused shopper would do and looked at the price tags. Hoola was cheaper, so Hoola it was. I used it a lot, loved it, and finally hit pan on it. As a replacement, I now regularly use the Nars Laguna Bronzer. I thought it would be interesting to share a good comparative review of the two just in case, like me, you’re curious about which of them is a better purchase.

Nars came in its usual sleek iconic packaging, in which every Nars owner knows — will be covered with makeup smudges after a month. But even then I still like it over Benefit’s cute quirky boxes, just out of preference. Those boxes scare me. I trained my hands to handle it very carefully, in fear that it might tear off into two pieces (it didn’t by the way).

Just out of curiosity, which packaging do you guys prefer?

From afar, both bronzer shades look like twins. But up close, you’ll spot the tiniest specks of gold within the Nars Laguna Bronzer. I worried that they might turn my T-zone awfully shinny. But when the Laguna is on my skin, I barely notice any shimmer. Instead, it translates into a beautiful glowy sun-kissed tan.

Benefit Hoola Bronzer though, is a plain matte bronzer. It can easily be understated beside the golden Nars Laguna, but Hoola has it’s own special tricks as well. It can imitate how shadows would look like on skin (it’s quite intense on the swatch but when blended its beautiful), which makes it the perfect bronzer for sculpting that Kim Kardashian facial contour (or a slightly less intense contour than hers). I like to swipe this on my jawline to slim my face down a bit.

Quality wise, they both make me so proud for lasting an entire day. Although, of course, after a very long while they will fade and will require a little retouching. You can build up their color from the lightest touch of bronze to a darker shade. But Hoola can go a few more shades darker, which is why your skin tone will also play a role in picking between the two bronzers. In most cases I believe light-medium skintones will benefit more with Laguna, while medium-dark skintones will look best with Hoola.

Nars Laguna And Casino Swatches Double Wear

Even though Nars Laguna and Benefit Hoola are both excellent bronzers, they aren’t really that alike. Laguna for me is the best bronzer to warm up my entire face. It adds this beautiful light golden tan to my skin. While Hoola, is the perfect bronzer for contouring (and to be honest not as flattering to use all over the face). Don’t get me wrong though, I can still use Laguna for a light contour too, but Hoola does the job a lot better.

Nars Laguna And Casino Swatches Matte

If I had to choose just one bronzer, I’d pick Nars Laguna just because I use it more often. Plus, I can easily go through my makeup routine without contouring my face. But if I didn’t have to choose, having both bronzers is a really good treat. They work so well together. If you want something for contouring grab yourself a box of Hoola, but if you want a bronzer to warm up your face go for Laguna. Hope this post was useful for you. What’s your favorite bronzer?