Chanel Rouge Distinctif & Rouge Imprevu Rouge Allure Ink Liquid Lip Colours Review & Swatches
Rouge Distinctif (842)
Chanel Rouge Distinctif (842) Rouge Allure Ink Matte Liquid Lip Colour ($40.00 for 0.2 oz.) is a medium-dark orange-coral with warmer undertones and a matte finish. It had nearly opaque color coverage paired with a lightweight, spreadable consistency that was more watery and thin, but still managed to go on evenly and kept its coverage level in the first layer.
The formula was quick to dry down to a transfer-resistant finish that felt flexible and fairly comfortable to wear. This shade wore well for four and a half hours and felt non-drying over time.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Lancome Idole (186) (LE, $32.00) is more shimmery, glossier (95% similar).
- ColourPop It's a Banger (LE, $9.00) is lighter, warmer (95% similar).
- Chanel Vivant (144) (P, $45.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop On Cloud Dynasty (LE, $9.00) is warmer (90% similar).
- MAC Mandarin O (P, $22.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Dulcet (LE, $6.50) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- Dior Forever Icone (720) (P, $45.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty True Coral (P, $55.00) is lighter, glossier (85% similar).
- MAC Cannes Do (LE, $19.00) is more shimmery, lighter, glossier (85% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty Federico (P, $36.00) is lighter, glossier (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$45.00/0.2 oz. - $225.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to have "ultra-intense, ultra-matte, longwearing lip colour" that "fuses" for "lightweight" and "comfortable coverage." The coverage was more semi-opaque than "ultra-intense," but the finish was flat, matte after the product dried down. A second layer could be applied for more pigmentation (once the initial layer set).
The initial texture was thin, more watery and fluid than I expected, and it almost seemed more like a blotted effect after it dried down. The product had marginally more stretch and flexibility to it after dry down, so it was more comfortable to wear and felt very lightweight on. I would recommend exfoliating prior to applying this formula to ensure a smoother application.
They lasted between five and six hours and felt non-drying for the most part. There was a very subtle, floral scent but no discernible taste.
Browse all of our Chanel Rouge Allure Ink Matte Liquid Lip Colour swatches.
Ingredients
ISODODECANE | DIISOSTEARYL MALATE | DIMETHICONE | SYNTHETIC FLUORPHLOGOPITE | ACRYLATES/POLYTRIMETHYLSILOXYMETHACRYLATE COPOLYMER | PEG-10 DIMETHICONE | SILICA | DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE | POLYBUTENE | DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER | PHENOXYETHANOL | PROPYLENE CARBONATE | TOCOPHERYL ACETATE | PARFUM (FRAGRANCE) | ALUMINA | TALC | POTASSIUM ALUM | KAOLIN | CAESALPINIA SAPPAN BARK EXTRACT | [+ / - (MAY CONTAIN) | CI 12085 (RED 36) | CI 15850 (RED 6) | CI 15850 (RED 7 LAKE) | CI 15985 (YELLOW 6 LAKE) | CI 17200 (RED 33 LAKE) | CI 19140 (YELLOW 5 LAKE) | CI 42090 (BLUE 1 LAKE) | CI 45380 (RED 22 LAKE) | CI 45410 (RED 28 LAKE) | CI 73360 (RED 30 LAKE) | CI 75470 (CARMINE) | CI 77163 (BISMUTH OXYCHLORIDE) | CI 77491, | CI 77492, | CI 77499 (IRON OXIDES) | CI 77742 (MANGANESE VIOLET) | CI 77891 (TITANIUM DIOXIDE) | MICA] | IL34A-I
Disclaimer: Ingredient lists are as available by the brand (or retailer) at the time of publishing. Please always check product packaging, if it exists, for the ingredient list applicable to the product you're purchasing, or the brand or retailer's website for the most up-to-date ingredient list.
Rouge Distinctif (842)
PPermanent. $45.00.
Rouge Imprevu (844)
Chanel Rouge Imprevu (844) Rouge Allure Ink Matte Liquid Lip Colour ($40.00 for 0.2 oz.) is a brighter, pinky-red with cool undertones and a matte finish. It had semi-opaque pigmentation in one layer, which could be built up by applying a second coat on top (but wait for the initial layer to dry down).
The liquid lipstick had a smooth, very thin consistency that felt watery but had a little more substance to it, which allowed the product to spread across my lips but go on evenly overall. It stayed on well for five hours and felt non-drying over time.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Love Bite (LE, $8.00) is darker, glossier (90% similar).
- ColourPop Nu Wave (LE, $10.00) is lighter, cooler, glossier (90% similar).
- Givenchy Rouge Interdit (13) (P, $34.00) is warmer, glossier (90% similar).
- Sephora All Washed Up (26) (P, $8.00) is darker, cooler, glossier (90% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty Secret Escort (Lip Color) (PiP, ) is lighter, glossier (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Red Hot (LE, $18.00) is brighter (85% similar).
- ColourPop Prince Phillip (LE, $9.00) is cooler (85% similar).
- Revlon Cherry Blossom (P, $8.49) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (85% similar).
- ColourPop Mucho (P, $7.00) is darker, cooler (80% similar).
- Revlon Cherries in the Snow (P, $8.49) is darker, cooler (80% similar).
Formula Overview
$45.00/0.2 oz. - $225.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to have "ultra-intense, ultra-matte, longwearing lip colour" that "fuses" for "lightweight" and "comfortable coverage." The coverage was more semi-opaque than "ultra-intense," but the finish was flat, matte after the product dried down. A second layer could be applied for more pigmentation (once the initial layer set).
The initial texture was thin, more watery and fluid than I expected, and it almost seemed more like a blotted effect after it dried down. The product had marginally more stretch and flexibility to it after dry down, so it was more comfortable to wear and felt very lightweight on. I would recommend exfoliating prior to applying this formula to ensure a smoother application.
They lasted between five and six hours and felt non-drying for the most part. There was a very subtle, floral scent but no discernible taste.
Browse all of our Chanel Rouge Allure Ink Matte Liquid Lip Colour swatches.
Ingredients
ISODODECANE | DIISOSTEARYL MALATE | DIMETHICONE | SYNTHETIC FLUORPHLOGOPITE | ACRYLATES/POLYTRIMETHYLSILOXYMETHACRYLATE COPOLYMER | PEG-10 DIMETHICONE | SILICA | DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE | POLYBUTENE | DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER | PHENOXYETHANOL | PROPYLENE CARBONATE | TOCOPHERYL ACETATE | PARFUM (FRAGRANCE) | ALUMINA | TALC | POTASSIUM ALUM | KAOLIN | CAESALPINIA SAPPAN BARK EXTRACT | [+ / - (MAY CONTAIN) | CI 12085 (RED 36) | CI 15850 (RED 6) | CI 15850 (RED 7 LAKE) | CI 15985 (YELLOW 6 LAKE) | CI 17200 (RED 33 LAKE) | CI 19140 (YELLOW 5 LAKE) | CI 42090 (BLUE 1 LAKE) | CI 45380 (RED 22 LAKE) | CI 45410 (RED 28 LAKE) | CI 73360 (RED 30 LAKE) | CI 75470 (CARMINE) | CI 77163 (BISMUTH OXYCHLORIDE) | CI 77491, | CI 77492, | CI 77499 (IRON OXIDES) | CI 77742 (MANGANESE VIOLET) | CI 77891 (TITANIUM DIOXIDE) | MICA] | IL34A-I
Disclaimer: Ingredient lists are as available by the brand (or retailer) at the time of publishing. Please always check product packaging, if it exists, for the ingredient list applicable to the product you're purchasing, or the brand or retailer's website for the most up-to-date ingredient list.
If we are still needing to mask up come late March-early April, I’m getting Rouge Distincif. That is such a perfect spring and summer color!
Beautiful shades, but that matte finish is a little offputting to me.