As far as the pigmentation goes, both go on a little sheer but the intensity is buildable. Both are very creamy and go on smooth.However, Lilectric is so soft that it has a tendency to break off which can be a little inconvenient. Shade wise, I would not say they are dead on dupes but they are very similar! Along the lower lash line, the difference is very subtle and almost difficult to spot. Lilectric is just a tad more violet than Ransom.
And of course, there's the formula. Ransom is waterproof and stays on longer than Lilectric. Lilectric does not smudge but, fades after a good 3 hours.
What do you think of these? Are they dupes? Which one do you prefer?
* Essence Metallic Eyeliner was a press sample
I love comparison posts! They look pretty close, but Ransom is such a great eyeliner. Love it!
ReplyDeleteAgreed, all UD 24/7 pencils are AWESOME! :)
ReplyDelete$18 is a bit steep...but I do know they stay on and on and on ..forever...made the mistake of trying them on my hand at Sephora once :| :|
ReplyDeletehahaha they actually do! One of the best formulas out there :D
ReplyDeleteYou take really amazing photos! Great comparison! Those two colors are really similar :p
ReplyDeleteGreat comparison! If I disn't know any better, I'd say they are one in the same - minus the wear time.
ReplyDelete@Rainy Days - Thank You! Glad you like them :)
ReplyDelete@Ashley - I know! Especially on the eyes, its very difficult to spot :)
ReplyDeletehmm...in one shot, they look like twins.
ReplyDeleteBut just a guess from the pics. Isn't the UD one with a proper blue/purple undertone? While the Essence one has a wee bit of pink/red?
Great comparison!! the difference seems very subtle....and I love Essence products!! :)
ReplyDelete@Poorni - True, UD has a little blue-ish undertone.They look alike when worn though :)
ReplyDelete@Cali - Me too! They have some awesome stuff :)
ReplyDelete