My $6 lip stain is a better imitation of a designer gloss – they are owned by the same company, the colors are identical

IF you’re looking for a budget-friendly lip gloss, Amazon might have the answer.

A beauty brand is offering an affordable product to its designer counterpart.

Commenting under a publishan unidentified Reddit user revealed that the makeup item they swear by is almost identical to a high-end alternative.

Responding to the original poster’s question about dupe products, the social media user recommended $5.97 L’Oreal Glossy Lip Stainavailable on Amazon.

The Redditor explained that “302 Be Oustanding [shade] it’s much better than the YSL Water Stain in 617 Dive in The Nude.

Although Water Stain by Yves Saint Laurent has been discontinued, the brand offers a similar item.

The designer Vinyl cream lip paint it’s currently available for $45 at Sephora.

In his comment, the Reddit user detailed the reasons why he prefers the L’Oreal option.

“YSL has a strong, bitter taste and smells like strong cologne,” they explained.

“L’Oreal has a slightly sweet smell and doesn’t taste like anything.”

The Reddit user also compared the color and consistency of the products.

“It is also a little thicker and this makes it last longer and develop better”, they explained.

The social media user described the two colors as identical.

According to the Redditor, there might be a reason behind the similar tones.

“They are also owned by the same company,” they said.

They explained that they own both products and have a clear favorite.

“I’ve had both and will never buy YSL again,” they told other Reddit users.

L’Oreal lip gloss is designed for all-day use without drying out your lips.

It’s described as being created with a “lightweight, non-sticky formula” for a “bare-lip feel.”

The similar YSL option is advertised as “a glossy lip stain with up to 10 hours of rich, creamy color.”

It is also said to consist of a “moisturizing lip gloss formula that won’t fade or fade.”

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