Lancome Bi-Facil eye makeup remover Dupe

 For a looong time, more years than I'd like to admit since it will give away my age, I have used the BEST eye make-up remover from Lancome called Bi-Facil. It removes EVERYTHING and I do mean EVERYTHING. I use waterproof eyeliner and mascara and it all comes off with two swipes of this stuff.
I haven't been able to find a better eye make-up remover yet but, I have found a drugstore alternative from Neutrogena.
 Now, before I start I must tell you that I wouldn't normally try another eye make-up remover unless I was absolutely desperate and this is exactly what led me down the Rite-Aide cleanser aisle to find the next best thing to Lancome's Bi-Facil called Neutrogena Oil Free Eye Makeup remover.

There are only a couple of differences between the two....
1. Bi-Facil removes everything in two swipes whereas Neutrogena takes about four swipes.

2. Bi-Facil leaves more residue on your skin so it's a little more difficult to wash off entirely.

3. The price for a 4.2 oz bottle of Bi-Facil is now $26.50..geesh! I remember when it was $19.00!

4. The Price for a 5.5 oz bottle of Neutrogena is $7.99...WOW! REALLY??? I didn't even realize what a steal that was until I just typed it!

I am not sponsored by either of these companies but, I can honestly tell you that I have been converted to a Neutrogena fan and unless someone wants to send me a free bottle of Bi-Facil I just can't justify buying a bottle of eye makeup remover for $26.50!
 By all means buy what works for you and fits in your budget but as for me and my eyes, we're stickin' with Neutrogena!

Lancome dual finish powder dupe

 In the  land of dual finish powders Lancome has always remained at the top of my list. I always seem to go back even after finding a "new favorite" for some reason I just keep going back. Well, on my search for a less expensive version I decided to try L'Oreal's infallible never fail powder.

 Now,You may have noticed a trend here in the products I've been trying and yes, I am guilty of trying one line at a time and since I love Lancome I figured I may as well try L'Oreal considering L'Oreal owns Lancome. WHAT?! you didn't know that?! Well, now you do.

 Here are the similarities.
 1. They both offer sheer to full coverage. You can use them wet or dry which gives you a wide range of coverage options.
 2. The basic colors are similar. I wear Matt neutrale II  in Lancome and Nude Beige in L'Oreal.
 3. They are both mattifying.

Here are the differences:
1. Lancome packaging is larger and nicer. The L'Oreal packaging is smaller which is better for a small purse and I do like that the sponge is in a separate compartment so it can breathe but, I do not like that the packaging is on the cheap side.
2. The total amount you are given for Lancome is .67 oz 19 grams versus L'Oreal which is .30 oz or 8.5 grams. When you look at the total amount you are getting, $35 for Lancome vs $14 for L'Oreal you are still getting a better deal for the L'Oreal powder.

 All in all they are pretty much the same as far as feel and purpose although, the L'Oreal powder lasts longer throughout the day. So, If you're looking for a great dual finish powder and don't want to commit to a larger quantity of product then, I say try the L'Oreal infallible never fail powder.

Mac Concealer dupe

On my search for a lightweight, medium coverage concealer I have found the Mac select Moisture cover Dupe at the drugstore.

L'Oreal makes a great concealer called True Match Blendable concealer and I have to say that these feel and look exactly the same.

Here are the similarities...
1. They are great for around the eye area because they don't settle in the lines
2. They are great for minor spot coverage for the face.
3. They both can even be used as foundation in a pinch.
 4. They are both super blendable.


The main difference between them is the color range and price.

I actually prefer the colors to the L'Oreal concealer (9 colors) but, Mac does have a larger range of color. (15 colors). The Mac concealer is $16.50 and the L'Oreal concealer is about $8.00. So if you are a die hard Mac fan but wanna save a few bucks try the L'Oreal true match concealer. I bought them for my kit on a buy 1 get 1 half off sale so that's like saving 25 % what a deal!