NARS Orgasm blush dupes you’ll swear copied the original formula
We didn’t need to see NARS’ announcement they’ll be dropping an expansion to the Orgasm line. It was obvious the blush that inspired the rest was already a cult beauty classic. But though we love that just-pink-enough color, we hate the $30 to $40 price tag. So we did what any budget-loving beauty junkie would do: hunted down NARS Orgasm blush dupes.
Let’s just say we were tired of getting more of a flush from seeing our credit card statements than from the product itself. (Although it’s not just overpriced blush that does that to us, which is why we love all makeup dupes.)
So we took the bank account busting blush and used it as our guiding light. Products had to live up to the gorgeous color, longevity, and lightweight feel to earn a spot on our list of NARS Orgasm blush dupes.
Your shopping list for NARS Orgasm dupes
Below you’ll find all the dupes that are still available. Unfortunately a couple of brands who did make dupes so longer sell them. But, good news: some brand make two colors that you can swap out for NARS Orgasm. Here’s a quick shopping list, but you’ll find details about each below:
- e.l.f. Cosmetics Blush in Candid Coral
- e.l.f. Cosmetics Blush in Twinkle Pink
- Milani Baked Blush in Luminoso
- Milani Baked Blush in Dolce Pink
- Mary Kay Mineral Cheek Color in Shy Blush
- Wet n Wild Color Icon Blush in Pearlescent Pink
- MAC Cosmetics Powder Blush in Springsheen
- Geek Chic Cosmetics in Nerdgasm
NARS Orgasm blush dupes people swear are identical
Beauty junkies can’t get enough of these NARS Orgasm blush dupes. You’ll see love letter-like reviews of them online, and people keep restocking when they run out. What these blush dupes nail isn’t just the peachy pink color, though. They’ve also got the signature gold fleck shimmer and application that’s just as universally flattering as that of the NARS product we all love.
e.l.f. Cosmetics Blush
Overall verdict: We’re putting it first because this is the NARS Orgasm blush dupe that most people swear by. (Honestly, e.l.f. Is basically the dupe brand at this point.) In terms of shades, opt for Candid Coral if you want that peachier glow. Although Twinkle Pink is almost a dead ringer for Orgasm, it leans to the pinker side of the color spectrum.
Shade match: Candid Coral or Twinkle Pink
How they’re similar:
- Near identical shade of blush that many people swear by
- Both companies package their product the exact same way
- Both shades contain a shimmer in addition to the color
How they’re different:
- Some people report el.f. lasting longer, but depends on primer use
Milani Baked Blush
Overall verdict: Milani’s coming in strong as potentially the top NARS Orgasm dupe thanks to its not one but two shades that match the cult classic. So how do you decide? Easy. Grab Luminoso if you like more of a matte color with less himmer. Dolce Pink is your go-to if that luminous glow is what you love about the NARS classic.
Shade match: Luminoso or Dolce Pink
How they’re similar:
- Pigment in all three of these products is very similar
- All three formulas last well throughout the day (*)
How they’re different:
- Luminoso has less shimmer than both Dolce Pink and Orgasm
- Luminoso might lean slightly peachier in color than Orgasm and Dolce Pink
Mary Kay Mineral Cheek Color
Overall verdict: Ding ding ding! We have a winner here, folks. Although Mary Kay has been known to discontinue some colors, their Shy Blush is a dead ringer for NARS Orgasm blush. If you’re looking for the same glow for less, though, you might want to stock up. This color doesn’t seem to be going anywhere, but you never can be too careful.
Shade match: Shy Blush
How they’re similar:
- The color in both of these formulas is that distinct slightly peachy pink
- Like Orgasm, Mary Kay’s blush contains distinct gold flecks
- Both products are blendable and buildable for personalized color
How they’re different:
- Orgasm comes in a compact; Mary Kay’s blush does not
- Mary Kay seems to last longer throughout the day than NARS
Wet n Wild Color Icon Blush
Overall verdict: If you like a bolder look, this NARS Orgasm dupe is for you. While both formulas are blendable and buildable, Wet n Wild is more pigmented. That means you’ll need to sheer it out if you like the saturation of the NARS. But if you find yourself layering the Orgasm blush on each morning, this is the perfect time and money-saving option. (*NOTE: The packaging for this blush has changed since publication.)
Shade match: Pearlescent Pink
How they’re similar:
- Both formulas blend well; you can build NARS and sheer out Wet n Wild
- Most people agree it doesn’t last all day, which is similar to NARS Orgasm
How they’re different:
- Some users report that the Wet n Wild color actually lasts longer
- Wet n Wild is very pigmented, so more attention is needed applying
MAC Cosmetics Powder Blush
Overall verdict: MAC’s line of more sheer blushes has plenty of fans. This shade in particular because the color is a spot-on NARS Orgasm blush dupe. But it’s not as pigmented, which means you’ll need to build for the same effect. But it does have some bonuses. Thanks to the sheer color, some people use this product as a highlighter instead of blush.
Shade match: Springsheen
How they’re similar:
- Both formulas have the same light pink with a peach tint color
- Both products include a gold shimmer of fine grained glitter
How they’re different:
- People think MAC lasts longer than NARS if you don’t touch your face
- MAC’s color is light enough you can use as just a highlighter
Geek Chic Cosmetics
Overall verdict: Geek Chic Cosmetics isn’t coy about the fact they’re making a NARS Orgasm blush dupe. They say it openly on the product page for this blush with a gorgeous gold shimmer. That’s good news for beauty junkies who try to shop for vegan and cruelty-free makeup. You’re also getting some mattifying effects from Geek Chic, a bonus for people with oily skin.
Shade match: Nerdgasm
How they’re similar:
- Both formulas have the peachy pink shade with a gold shimmer
- Both products are blendable and buildable for custom color
How they’re different:
- Geek Chic includes rice powder in their formula to absorb oil
- Geek Chic also adds zinc oxide to their formula for sun protection
- Nerdgasm comes in a jar with a screw lid, not a compact
