Luxe or Less: Blush and Bronzer Compacts

I feel a little guilty about this. But when I see a fabulous Luxe beauty product and then a fabulous version for less, I feel like it’s my duty to point it out. So here goes: Nars Blush and Bronzing Duo in Orgasm/Laguna ($37) has been in my purse for months. The cheek flushing combo has helped me do my makeup on the train more mornings than I can recall. Then there’s e.l.f. Contouring Blush & Bronzing Powder in blushed/bronzed ($3). Yes, the cases look similar, but it’s worth pointing out that the Nars duo is a cream formula, and the e.l.f. brand has a powder blush and bronzer. I personally have occasion to use both, but while the Nars is $37 and the e.l.f. is $3, I can tell you which one I use more sparingly.