ELF Blush & Bronzing Powder

I recently bought the E.L.F. Contouring Blush & Bronzing Powder. I had read a lot about this product and many people call it a possible dupe to the Nars Orgasm/Laguna compact. I already own NARS Orgasm blush (love it) & NARS Laguna bronzer has been on my wish list for a while. Therefore felt this ELF compact would be worth trying out, especially because it was a bargain at only NZ$16.90 (or online for only US$3)!

What does the  E.L.F.’s website say?
"Create a healthy and natural glow all year long. The Blush highlights the cheeks to add a flush of color, while the Bronzer accents and contours cheekbones for beautiful definition."

Swatched on skin, no flash

(Bronzer quite heavily swatched to show colour)

The compact, which contains a blush and a bronzer, looks very sleek and similar to the NARS packaging. But the E.L.F.’s one isn’t rubbery, which makes it easier to clean. It comes with a big mirror but no brush. I don’t mind that since I never use those brushes that come with products anyway - they are never any good!

There's a good amount of each product in this compact. The powder is finely milled but not very well pressed which makes them a bit on the powdery side. So use a light swipe with your brushes. Both shades are very pigmented and a little goes a long way. The bronzer is great for contouring but like I said use a light hand because otherwise the colour may appear a bit muddy & you'll end up looking like a bit of a drag queen :p The blush gives you a nice peachy pink glow with light flecks of gold shimmer. Very wearable.

FOTD wearing the bronzer & blush

Eyes: Sleek Storm Palette - gold & brown eye shadows

Lips: MAC Creme D'Nude l/s & NYX Whipped lipgloss

Overall think this compact is pretty good value for money! Nice blush & the bronzer is a little bit dark but OK for contouring if lightly applied. NARS laguna is still on the wish list though..haha