I am going to pretend that I hadn't been missing here for months and months and casually pick up from where I left. Today I will show you another saturated red lipstick that I have been enjoying lately. (Hello again, everyone)
I like Chanel lipsticks in general and Chanel Rouge Allure Velvet is one of the few matte formulations that I actually enjoy wearing (I recently bought the No.5 in this formula and love it). The new Rouge Allure Velvet Extrême is a true matte formula compared to the Rouge Allure Velvet's "luminous matte" finish, and Chanel describes that it "pushes the boundaries of matte" with this new offering. If pushing boundaries means a more matte formula with a thicker texture, I agree.
To me, Chanel Rouge Allure lipstick case is the best and it looks even better with the matte finish.
I admit that I am not entirely happy with the formula itself. I am not a big fan of true matte lip colors although I want to play along with the current makeup trends, is one thing. It's probably also because I bought a lipstick that offers a similar saturated finish with a much better texture. To be fair, Chanel Rouge Allure Velvet Extrême isn't a half bad lipstick. It does feel creamy upon application with great lasting power.
As you probably guessed, the color Épitome kind of makes everything right - it is a beautiful pink-red with berry hues that is youthful and sophisticated at the same time. It brightens up my complexion like nobody's business. Then again, I have Chanel Rouge Allure Palpitante (which, by the way, is yet to be reviewed) that does the same without the thickish feel on the lips.
Swatch made with just one swipe
Blotted once (which is how I always wear this lipstick anyway)
Here is an overall look with Épitome.
I love the color so much and I wear this fairly often. I even got a backup, but now I am not sure if that was a smart move because I haven't made a dent in my first one even after months of use. This might pop up in my next blog sale.
Bottom line awesome color with an okay formulation. I still am curious about the lighter colors but I will probably go for a Pat McGrath MatteTrance or another Armani Rouge Matte if I want a high-end matte lipstick.
Have you tried the new Chanel Rouge Allure Velvet Extrême? What are your thoughts on them?
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