Dior Ultra Tender, Ultra Tough, Ultra Lust Ultra Rouge Lipsticks Reviews & Swatches

Christine — Sun, 02 Sep 2018 16:00:00 +0000

Ultra Tender (325)

Dior Ultra Tender (325) Rouge Dior Ultra Rouge Lipstick ($37.00 for 0.11 oz.) is a soft, peachy-beige with warm undertones and a cream finish. It had a really smooth, creamy consistency that felt more balm-like going on but still delivered rich, opaque pigmentation in a single layer. The lipstick applied evenly and didn’t emphasize my lip lines, and while it felt a little balmy initially, it “set” to a more velvety texture that didn’t have noticeable slip but was still comfortable to wear. It was lightly hydrating while worn over four hours, but it did not wear anywhere near the 12-hours claimed, unfortunately.

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Chanel Rouge Angelique (174) (P, $45.00) is more shimmery, less glossy (90% similar).
Giorgio Armani Dolce (202) (PiP, $38.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
Tarte Siesta (P, $21.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
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Tarte Candy (LE, $20.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
Hourglass Futurist (P, $32.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
Bite Beauty Toasted Cardamom (LE, $26.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
Estee Lauder Born Flirt (901) (P, $32.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).

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Formula Overview

$37.00/0.11 oz. - $336.36 Per Ounce

The formula is supposed to be "incredibly long-wearing" with "12 hour" wear paired with an "ultra-comfortable" feel and "high-pigmentation." First and foremost, no, it doesn't last 12 hours, and most shades don't come close--they last between four and six hours typically. There were a few, like deeper reds, that still had some product remaining after eight hours, but the lighter shades never made it through the meal. They have a very creamy consistency, balm-like, and within 30 to 45 seconds, they develop a slight cling, almost like a film, but it wasn't actually clingy or uncomfortable--I could just tell that there was a texture change as it "set." However, the "setting" of this formula just has that feeling, but the product would still transfer onto a glass or disappear during a meal.

Most of the shades were semi-opaque to opaque and applied evenly and smoothly across my lips without tugging or dragging. Some shades were more smoothing than others, but most shades looked flattering over my natural lip texture. The formula was lightweight, comfortable, and lightly to moderately hydrating over time. They had a heavy, powdery, floral scent that was noticeable for the first half hour of wear, though I didn't notice any taste.

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Ingredients

Ultra Tender (325)

PPermanent. $37.00.

B-

Product

Pigmentation

9.5

Texture

3.5

Longevity

Application

82%

Total

Ultra Tough (600)

Dior Ultra Tough (600) Rouge Dior Ultra Rouge Lipstick ($37.00 for 0.11 oz.) is a deep mauve with subtle, warm undertones and a cream finish. The color payoff was opaque and applied smoothly and evenly across my lips. It had a lightweight, creamy consistency that felt like an emollient balm initially but had a slight “setting” feel where it clung more to my lips but still remained movable and lightly shiny. It stayed on well for five hours and was hydrating while worn.

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

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Coloured Raine Cameo (P, $17.00) is lighter (90% similar).
Tarte Honey (LE, $20.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
KVD Beauty Sanctuary (P, $19.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
Rare Beauty Appreciate (P, $16.00) is lighter, less pigmented, warmer (85% similar).
L'Oreal Varnished Rosewood (P, $9.99) is lighter, cooler (85% similar).
Bite Beauty Shiraz (DC, $24.00) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar).
Shiseido Sweet Desire (RD714) (DC, $28.00) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar).
Tarte Salt Lyfe (P, $21.00) is lighter, cooler (85% similar).
Bobbi Brown Desert Rose (DC, $37.00) is lighter, cooler (85% similar).
Marc Jacobs Beauty Slow Burn (P, $28.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).

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Formula Overview

$37.00/0.11 oz. - $336.36 Per Ounce

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A Smoky Copper, Plum, & Brown Look with MAC x Patrick Starrr Fall 2018

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Ultra Tough (600)

PPermanent. $37.00.

Product

Pigmentation

9.5

Texture

4.5

Longevity

Application

84%

Total

Ultra Lust (485)

Dior Ultra Lust (485) Rouge Dior Ultra Rouge Lipstick ($37.00 for 0.11 oz.) is a muted, medium-dark pink with soft, warm undertones and a satin finish. It had nearly opaque pigmentation in a single stroke, which applied evenly and smoothly across my lips without dragging. The color didn’t emphasize my lip lines and felt lightweight on. The consistency felt a touch clingier within a minute of wear, almost like it was setting a bit, but it was still movable/flexible. I had higher hopes that that feeling would translate into longer wear, but it lasted for four and a half hours–not at all close to the 12-hour mark. It was moderately moisturizing while worn, though!

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

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Tom Ford Beauty Steel Magnolia (P, $55.00) is cooler (95% similar).
Charlotte Tilbury Wedding Belles (LE, $37.00) is more shimmery, darker (95% similar).
Marc Jacobs Beauty Infamous (228) (P, $30.00) is more shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
KVD Beauty OG Lolita (P, $19.00) is warmer (90% similar).
Shiseido Streaming Mauve (208) (P, $26.00) is cooler (90% similar).
Givenchy Rose Nocturne (06) (P, $34.00) is more muted (90% similar).
ColourPop Canoodle (P, $7.00) is lighter (90% similar).
Estee Lauder Incensed (P, $32.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
Shiseido Coral Shore (RD309) (DC, $28.00) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
ColourPop Still Crazy (P, $10.00) is darker (90% similar).

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Formula Overview

$37.00/0.11 oz. - $336.36 Per Ounce

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Ingredients

Ultra Lust (485)

PPermanent. $37.00.

B-

Product

9.5

Pigmentation

9.5

Texture

Longevity

Application

82%

Total

Dior Ultra Tender (325) Rouge Dior Ultra Rouge Lipstick

Dior Ultra Tough (600) Rouge Dior Ultra Rouge Lipstick

Dior Ultra Lust (485) Rouge Dior Ultra Rouge Lipstick

Dior Ultra Tender (325) Rouge Dior Ultra Rouge Lipstick

Dior Ultra Tough (600) Rouge Dior Ultra Rouge Lipstick

Dior Ultra Lust (485) Rouge Dior Ultra Rouge Lipstick

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Dior Ultra Tender, Ultra Tough, Ultra Lust Ultra Rouge Lipsticks Reviews & Swatches

Ultra Tender (325)

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Formula Overview

Ingredients

Ultra Tender (325)

PPermanent. $37.00.

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Ultra Tough (600)

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Formula Overview

Ingredients

Look Using this Product

A Smoky Copper, Plum, & Brown Look with MAC x Patrick Starrr Fall 2018

Ultra Tough (600)

PPermanent. $37.00.

Quick Shop: Sephora, Nordstrom, Selfridges, Saks

Ultra Lust (485)

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Formula Overview

Ingredients

Ultra Lust (485)

PPermanent. $37.00.

Quick Shop: Sephora, Nordstrom, Selfridges, Saks