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Chanel No. 04 Rouge Allure Luminous Intense Lip Colour Review, Photos, Swatches

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Chanel No. 04 Rouge Allure Luminous Intense Lip Colour
Chanel No. 04 Rouge Allure Luminous Intense Lip Colour
Chanel No. 04 Rouge Allure Luminous Intense Lip Colour
Chanel No. 04 Rouge Allure Luminous Intense Lip Colour
Chanel No. 04 Rouge Allure Luminous Intense Lip Colour
Chanel No. 04 Rouge Allure Luminous Intense Lip Colour
Chanel No. 04 Rouge Allure Luminous Intense Lip Colour
Chanel No. 04 Rouge Allure Luminous Intense Lip Colour
Chanel No. 04 Rouge Allure Luminous Intense Lip Colour
Chanel No. 04 Rouge Allure Luminous Intense Lip Colour
Chanel No. 04 Rouge Allure Luminous Intense Lip Colour
Chanel No. 04 Rouge Allure Luminous Intense Lip Colour
Chanel No. 04 Rouge Allure Luminous Intense Lip Colour
Chanel No. 04 Rouge Allure Luminous Intense Lip Colour
Chanel No. 04 Rouge Allure Luminous Intense Lip Colour
Chanel No. 04 Rouge Allure Luminous Intense Lip Colour
Chanel No. 04 Rouge Allure Luminous Intense Lip Colour
Chanel No. 04 Rouge Allure Luminous Intense Lip Colour
Chanel No. 04 Rouge Allure Luminous Intense Lip Colour
Chanel No. 04 Rouge Allure Luminous Intense Lip Colour
Chanel No. 04 Rouge Allure Luminous Intense Lip Colour
Chanel No. 04 Rouge Allure Luminous Intense Lip Colour
Chanel No. 04 Rouge Allure Luminous Intense Lip Colour
Chanel No. 04 Rouge Allure Luminous Intense Lip Colour

No. 04

Chanel No. 04 Rouge Allure Luminous Intense Lip Colour ($37.00 for 0.12 oz.) is a bright, medium orange-red with warm undertones and a natural sheen. It had nearly opaque pigmentation that applied smoothly across the lips. The texture was incredibly lightweight with a touch of slip but adhered well to the lips for long-wear. There was the slightest amount of product in my deeper lip lines, but the shine and vibrancy of the color made it difficult to detect at a normal viewing distance (just in the close-up photos). It wore well for five hours and was hydrating over time.

FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

Formula Overview

$45.00/0.12 oz. - $375.00 Per Ounce

The formula is supposed to have a "satin finish" with "ultra-thin pigments" that yield "full coverage" while also having a moisturizing base. Most shades in the range have a satin to luminous finish--not glossy but they have a luminosity to them that gives the appearance of lighter-weight color and smoother, fuller lips that a true satin finish doesn't have (in my experience).

The texture has a more velvety feel--smooth with great glide but not a lot of wetness, so they go on comfortably but feel very lightweight and thin but don't emphasize lip lines/lip texture. The coverage tends to be more semi-opaque to opaque, so they aren't always living up to the "full coverage" claim.

Most shades wear four hours or longer with some of the deeper and richer hues lasting six hours or more, and the formula has been hydrating for me. They have a subtle, floral scent but no discernible taste.

Browse all of our Chanel Rouge Allure Luminous Intense Lip Colour swatches.

Ingredients

Makeup Look
On face:
  • Guerlain Parure Gold Foundation
  • Laura Mercier Loose Translucent Powder
  • Chanel Burnt Coral Joues Contraste Blush
  • MAC Show Gold Extra Dimension Skinfinish
On eyes:
  • Tarte Toasted Eyeshadow Palette
  • Urban Decay Twice Baked 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil

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Ginny Avatar

I’m not sure which one I want! I don’t care for the Velvet ones but I like the regular Allures. I don’t think I own anything this orange, the orangest I have is Lady Danger.

Nicole Avatar

Christine, how would you say this compares to Dolce and Gabbana Devil? In the reviewing the online swatches they could be dupes, but Devil looks brighter and denser while No. 4 appears to be lighter weight with a warmer (perhaps browned?) undertone. I’m trying to decide whether I have a place in my stash for this beauty. Grazie!

(Nothing makes you realize you need to curate your stash more than trying to pack it up!)

Adriana Avatar

Delighted this received an A. I ordered it from Nordstroms last week and received it yesterday. I love the color and texture. The red tube is a nice touch.

Debbie Lim Avatar

I just bought this a few days back. I have been loving this a lot. It brightens up my face whenever I wear this shade. The formula is long lasting and pretty hydrating as well.

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