Oh don't we all love a cheaper alternative to the cult favorites?! Today, I'll be comparing the Naked 2 Basics Palette and the Makeup Revolution Redemption Palette Iconic Elements. One is £4.00, and the other £23.00. Is there much of a difference? You'll have to find out! I have done a review on the Makeup Revolution palette so if you want a perhaps-better review, there is a link at the bottom of this post!
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As you can see, there is a slight difference in packaging; Urban Decay's Naked Basics 2 only has 6 shades so the palette is very travel-friendly and compact whereas Makeup Revolution's Iconic Elements is a bit bulkier as it has 12 shades (with the other half of the palette supposedly being a dupe for the original Naked Basics).
Naked Basics 2 does have a great, high-quality mirror inside which, again, makes it great for traveling whereas the Iconic Elements palette doesn't- but there is a £19.00 price difference and I don't think having a mirror is worth paying more!
Naked Basics 2 does have a great, high-quality mirror inside which, again, makes it great for traveling whereas the Iconic Elements palette doesn't- but there is a £19.00 price difference and I don't think having a mirror is worth paying more!
There are slight differences between the two blacks but otherwise, the other colours are basically perfect matches! Can you tell which is which? I know some of the shades don't show up too well but there is nothing I can do about being a little too pale!
Top- Urban Decay Palette
Bottom- Makeup Revolution Dupe
Top- Urban Decay Palette
Bottom- Makeup Revolution Dupe
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To sum the palettes up...
Again, the Makeup Revolution palette review will be left at the bottom of the page!
Naked 2 Basics • Very creamy eyeshadows, easy to blend when on the eye • Very pigmented • All matte shades, cooler in tone • Good mirror inside, perfect for on the go • 6 shades, all are very long-lasting (with a primer, I haven't tried them without!) • £23.00 for 6 shades, a tad pricey • While the packaging is very sleek, it is not my favourite- it is not very protective so I've had a lot of wear and tear on the first shade, Skimp. Shadows started to break away | Makeup Revolution Palette with the longest name ever • Very pigmented • All matte shades apart from 1 shimmery shades most are cool in tone but there are some warmer shades • Easy to blend • Get a double-ended sponge applicator in the palette, but it isn't very good. • Has a little bit of fall-out, nothing major though • All long-lasting with some primer, again, I haven't put these shadows to the test without! • £4.00 in Superdrug for 12 shades • Slightly bulky packaging, no mirror |
Similarities and Differences
Similarities • Pigmentation is basically identical; all the shades (apart from the two blacks) are nearly inseparable when compared. • In terms of formula, they are very similar. While Urban Decay's shadows feel more buttery and soft, both blend easily, look identical, wear well throughout the day and don't crease as well as being very pigmented and buildable. | Differences• UD's eyeshadows feel a tad more creamy- but when on the eyelids, it makes no difference. • Urban Decay's shadows do feel more buttery and have a slightly nicer texture • Packaging, Naked 2 Basics is a lot more lightweight and better for travel- with a good mirror inside. • Makeup Revolution are cruelty free and do not test or animals or sell in China (where all cosmetics are required to be animal tested by law) whereas Urban Decay aren't. |
My Verdict
If you want to fork out an extra £19.00 for packaging, I wouldn't say there's much at all between Naked 2 Basics and the Makeup Revolution palette! They are incredibly similar and before buying Naked 2 Basics, at least give Makeup Revolution a try! Not only are you saving money, but you're also buying a cruelty free product as well!