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Designer Brands Cosmetics

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Designer Brands Cosmetics
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57 reviews
1  Soma  · Bought 8 perfumes from them, although the $$ very cheap, none of the perfumes come close to the smell of the originals. Very disappointed. Won't ever buy again.
1  Kylie A.  · Haven't got it – I ordered on 17th. I asked on 19th how it was going eg postage. It's now 24th still no reply or update.
1  Rubes  · DONT WASTE YOUR MONEY – Ordered numerous men’s fragrances and all of them are weak and have no match to originals.
1  Jase1984  · Will not reply to emails! – Took a chance ordering online. They have a money back guarantee but will not reply to emails to organise a return.
1  Pumpkin   · Worst mascara ever! – Mascara made eyes red and sore. Watery and itchy or days. Felt like they were on fire! Poorest quality ever.
A3Van
A3Van SA
 

Miracle Glide colour lock eyeliner did not glide. I found I had to go over the same spot around my eyes multiple times to get some colour. I threw the eyeliner away in the end.

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Sumaira
Sumaira NSW 3 posts
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The products are high ends dupes great quality for the price fast delivery service Show 2 replies

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Janine
Janine VIC 14 posts
 

Really disappointed in this foundation purchase. The translucent apparently for mature skin.i purchased pore reducer primer as well and both products disappoint. It's not buildable and all I ended up with was a spotty face as the watery foundation sat noticeably in each and every pore. It's runny with no substance and for the price and advertising hype I did e pect more. Purchased on line. Pics will follow

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Michelle
Michelle SA 2 posts
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Have brought for family and friends and men's for sons they all love them ❤️ forget taking photos off all Show reply

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Munna
Munna VIC 3 posts
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I have ordered 6 perfumes because I liked Red baccarat. I didn't like the perfumes at all. Definitely they are not Eau De Parfum concentrated. May be they should sell it as cologne coz I feel they are cologne concenteated. They smell very cheap to me. Too greedy to order 6 perfumes for under $70 and thinking of smelling good. But the perfume might… Read more

last 30 minutes Max. I have returned all the 6 back to them and luckily they have refunded me. Of all the ones that I ordered,Fluidite feels a bit better smelling but it doesn't last long as well.

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Triplet mum
Triplet mum VIC 8 posts
 

Received a faulty item in my order. Have emailed and rung but no response .

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Singulla
Singulla SA 18 posts
 

Perfume dupes are terrible – They do not smell at all, not even remotely like the perfumes they claim to be dupes for. I got 3 bottles and when I emailed them saying they smelt nothing like the perfume they claimed to be dupes for I got no response. Don’t waste ur money! I attached the photos of what I got and I strongly DO NOT recommend them!

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Yvette Moore
Yvette Moore
 

I love DB cosmetics – I am about to turn 50 and have never written a review about anything except restaurants before and I have never been loyal to any cosmetic company either. I now have exclusively DB cosmetics and I can't fault any of the products...The first thing I purchased was the "longwear lip stain" in "Rose to riches" colour and I was so impressed with it… Read more ·  1

that I now have everything from foundation to 2 different illuminators,mascara,pressed powder,every color lip stain ,eye-liner and a selection of 4 different "gift with purchase" products because my local chemist stocks DB and has the offer of buy 3 products and get a gift..EVEN THE GIFTS ARE EXCELLENT....This sounds like cash for comment,but it most certainly is not.....When I think of how much money I've spent over the years on cosmetics that I used once,was disappointed and chucked in the bathroom cupboard to be thrown away 2 years later ,it would be thousands and thousands of dollars....The great price of DB cosmetics in my opinion is an added bonus..The quality of the products themselves far exceed even the most expensive cosmetic brands...Well done and please never stop producing your lipstains...Yvette Moore

Sharon B.
Sharon B. 4 posts
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Great products & Best Mascara ever – I am so happy DB’s range is expanding , I love most their products , eyeliner was a bit disappointing but I can’t live without their tubbing formula mascara it’s incredible & and great for sensitive eyes- both DB & parent company TBN is cruelty free & vegan so you know you aren’t supporting any cruelty there also from what I read DB is n/a in… Read more

mainland China so yay completely guilt free plus 1/4 of the price !!! Foundation colours are a bit limited but the formulas are based on the the high end brand formulas so if you are lucky enough to get one that matches you are winning!!! The new lip stain that has recently launched is amazing, true stain , light weight no caking again wish there was more range !!! I boycotted alot of high end brands due to the animal testing , finding a CF perfume is a nightmare unless you want to smell like a stick of incense but At least my cosmetic shopping hasn’t suffered thanks to DB!!! I will try and upload some photos of mascara with & without- speaks for itself neatly everyday I get asked “are your lashes real “!!!

Laura
Laura 2 posts
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Great value for money and good quality product – Makeup is super expensive so I am so happy I found a brand that’s affordable and good quality. I read all the below reviews and I have to say that wasn’t my experience at all. The products I purchased were great and I still can’t believe The price I paid for them. My setting powder was broken when it arrived and customer service were amazing and… Read more

reissued me with another right away.

There are products like the pro brow kit which is really good but it will take me a little practise but that’s down to my skill set and the extend a lash is a bit messy but I have used a similar product from another company before and it’s the same deal due to the loose fibers. I tap it into a little bowl before I apply an I have found that helped and I seem to be getting good results with again practise. Yes you get what you paid for but I am really Happy so far. Also I got a free gift for every 3 product I used! That’s was a lovely touch! I recommend designer brands especially their foundations.

Positive reviews

Kate C
Kate C NSW 4 posts
 

never had a problem – I've ordered several things from DB for Christmas gifts (and for myself) this year and can't complain about any of them. The quality is great, the delivery time is great and the pricing was AMAZING with 50% off a lot of the items. I will continue to purchase products. Thank you so much DB keep up the great work. Very happy customer!

Caoimhe L.
Caoimhe L. WA
 

Beautiful foundation – Smooth coverage and finish on dry skin ! I use two different shades. One for day and one for going out nights. Show reply

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Lilian
Lilian
 

❤️ LOVELY PRODUCT – I love DB. Your prices are realistic. Moisturising lipstick is so nice. Bought gold elixir ... feels good on skin. Was a little tricky buying foundation with out testing a choice of beiges LOL Show reply

Negative reviews

gen1977
gen1977 VIC 5 posts
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I have been using the Lightweight Oil-Free Foundation, Radiant Coverage, SPF15 for a while now. I really like DB products that I have used and the colour Porcelain Ivory. It feels and looks good on my skin and is good quality. Unfortunately I only get to about half way through the bottle, then the pump stops working. This is not good as I don't… Read more

want to waste half of the product because I cant get to it. I think it may be that the tube does not reach the bottom of the bottle, so the product can't be accessed. I can't even get the top off as it cannot be twisted or lifted off. I am going to have to try to find a way to get the top off. Could the design please be improved to fix this issue? Thanks.

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Adele G.
Adele G. Victoria 2 posts
 

Decided to try the new skincare line. I purchased the Hyaluronic acid pumping serum and peptide moisturiser and received the glycolic cleanser for free. The fragrance is light but very artificial and all products that I tried smelled the same. The serum foamed up when I applied it to dry skin. The cleanser seemed okay on first and second use and… Read more

the moisturiser is fairly lightweight. I used the routine (just in the evenings) for 3 nights and it has compromised my skin barrier. I have redness, every product stung on the third use. I've just purchased some barrier support products to hopefully repair the damage. Glad I didn't also purchase their vitamin C serum. Also the components look nice but are very cheap as the inside part that hold the products pops out easily. I do not recommend unfortunately.

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Cole
Cole QLD 2 posts
 

I ordered two colognes from these people. It smelled absolutely disgusting… I had to throw it in the bin. I have now discovered through other forums DB is making false claims it appears on their own reviews.

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Lee
Lee QLD
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Ordered 3 dupe colognes, all had very little smell watered down rubbish despite an impressive bottle. That's all you're paying for, fancy bottles filled with p*ss. Returned for 30 day money back guarantee and got nothing, not even a reply after following up by email. Pathetic!

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The trail
The trail SA 15 posts
 

This is for the miracle glide eyeliner. One of the worst products in this category I have used. Not enough pigment, you have to really tug on eyes to get any on and then the little amount that shows immediately begins to flake. It's horrible I purchased the black and the i ocean ones at almost $17 dollars each based on the hype. I had to throw them both in the bin. Definitely no colour pay off and not suitable for the delicate eye areas.

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jason breen
jason breen 14 posts
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SCAMMERS BEWARE TAKE YOUR MONEY AND DONT SEND YOUR PRODUCTS – Absolutely disgustingly ignorant customer service from these clowns, I’ve been trying for over a week to get a hold of them but they’re not responding to any form of communication, they are conmen who sell crap, no better that gypsy scum! I will be reporting these scammers to consumer protection, the most useless bunch of muppets I’ve ever encountered,

emmi zre
emmi zre NSW 6 posts
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The worst the worst the worst – DO NOT BUY Not only do they not dispatch til a week and a half later, (I get things from shein quicker!) their perfumes have no SMELL. I understand they are dupes, but it doesn’t matter how much I spray of the perfume, no smell stays. Also the baccarat one smells like straight poison. I purchased over 6 perfumes and wasn’t happy with any them

La Gisu
La Gisu NSW
 

Perfume – If I could give no stars I would. I bought a perfume that Baccarat imitation well it was a very bad imitation it smelt like a urinal absolutely disgusting.

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Kailee
Kailee 3 posts
 

Pretty lip liner but it was broken when i opened it :( – Pretty lip liner but it was broken when i opened it :( I tried to pop it back in to see if I could still use it but it won't twist up, so sad!

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whosgordy
whosgordy NSW 22 posts
 

Best foundation-excellent coverage – I've been using the Longwear 24 hour foundation for a while now. One of the best foundations I have ever used. Excellent coverage - even on my pigmentation spots; stays on all day; doesn't cake or look thickly applied. Excellent value for money.

Annieg
Annieg QLD 3 posts
 

No Response - Order confirmed 4 days ago – My order was confirmed on 28/11/22 and payment to them transacted overnight 28/29 November 2022. Their site says they endeavour to despatch orders in 1 - 2 days. This is day 4 and I sent an email asking if a problem with my order at 8:36am this morning. No response as at 4:36pm. Not impressed and the order has not progressed from their confirmation of my order on Monday.

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Hi, apologies for the delay. Your order was dispatched Friday 2nd December.

Jen
Jen 3 posts
 

Eye shadow – I have bought many DB products at reasonable prices. The shimmery eyeshadow is fantasti,c it makes my eyes pop and stays on all day. The foundation is perfect for my skin tone and provides excellent coverage. The only criticism I have is that the products I've bought are made in China (therefore, are they actually animal tested and vegan?), as… Read more

this is a major selling point for me, that they are genuinely vegan and cruelty free. Also do they use as natural as possible ingredients?

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EmAyeTea
EmAyeTea QLD 76 posts
 

Excellent and affordable – I posted a review about 3 weeks ago for an eyebrow pencil which I was unhappy with.& as a rule I would normally contact the company 1st & didn't this time. DB responded and offered a to replace it with a different eyebrow pencil within their range in its place. I've been using it now for 3 days and it's great.. So much better for. Easy application, long lasting and the colour, hickory, is perfect. Thanks DB for taking the time.

Maz
Maz VIC 36 posts
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Excellent Foundation – After my initial review of this foundation which was not good, DB cosmetics sent me a new foundation as it may of been from a bad batch or it may of been store incorrectly at the store I bought it from. The new foundation is lovely, gives very nice coverage which is buildable and stayed on my face all day. It felt like I was wearing nothing and looked natural and not cakey. I recommend the 24 hour long wear foundation. Show 5 replies

MichelleD
MichelleD 4 posts
 

Terrible! Don't waste your money! – I purchased DB under eye concealer only because I was buying base and top coat and there was a "deal" if you bought three items. Used it once and not only did it cake it also ran down from under eye (or wore off from there as it seeped down and settled in the skin). Awful performance, I wouldn't buy it again.

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Gracie L.
Gracie L. VIC
 

Glossy top coat (nail polish) is not good – The ‘Top It Off Glossy Top Coat’ is more like a nail polish remover than an actual nail polish. I put a nice thick layer of it over my already dried nail polish which I had painted the day before. About five hours later, the nail polish started smudging. Usually top coats dry in a couple of minutes. The nail polish was from Chi Chi, however, top… Read more

coats should work with other brands as well. I still have a full bottle of it and if it continues to smudge my nail polish then it was a waste of money.

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chloe s.
chloe s. NSW
 

good company – my mum and i are regular buyers of db cosmetics, i found a lipstick of yours that i absolutely love, it was the raspberry longwear lipstick but unfortunately now it’s discontinued and i haven’t been able to find a lipstick even close to being as good. i’ve bought probably over $70 worth of lipsticks of yours now trying to find a dupe or anything remotely as good and there’s nothing. but we normally love your products, so thank you. :)

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