Giorgio Armani Milano Nude & Adrenaline Ecstasy Lacquers Reviews & Swatches
Milano Nude (511)
Giorgio Armani Milano Nude (511) Ecstasy Lacquer ($38.00 for 0.20 oz.) is a muted, medium-dark coral with warm, brownish tones and a glossy finish. It had medium, buildable coverage (up to semi-opaque) that applied fairly evenly, but it did not look as smooth nor as flattering on my lips as most of the Ecstasy Lacquers have. I think it may have had to do with the fact that this shade was thinner and did not develop to the more gel-like texture after initial application that the others have in my experience. It wore well for five hours and was neither drying nor hydrating.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Pat McGrath Flesh 4 (P, $30.00) is cooler (90% similar).
- Marc Jacobs Beauty Love Drunk (320) (P, $29.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Chanel Audace (20) (LE, $34.00) is darker (90% similar).
- Smashbox Mauve Wife (P, $24.00) is darker (90% similar).
- Cle de Peau Chenille (12) (P, $48.00) is darker, more muted, more pigmented (85% similar).
- NARS Dolce Vita (DC, $25.00) is lighter (85% similar).
- Pat McGrath Flesh Fantasy (P, $30.00) is lighter, less pigmented (80% similar).
- Maybelline Charmer (P, $7.99) is lighter, more muted, more pigmented (80% similar).
- Bobbi Brown Slow Jam (P, $27.00) is cooler, glossier (80% similar).
Formula Overview
$38.00/0.2 oz. - $190.00 Per Ounce
The Ecstasy Lacquer formula is supposed to have the shine of a gloss, color and hydration of a lipstick, and the long-wear of a stain, though they say “applied in a single layer for a subtle touch of color … or in a layered application for a bold, statement lip.”
It has a floral scent, which is noticeable in the tube and for an hour or so of wear (particularly strong when it is drying down). There is a slight taste to me, as well. Initially, the formula is thin and more water-like, but after you’ve applied it, the consistency thickens, levels out, and “adheres” to your lips in a very comfortable wear. The consistency is mostly non-sticky and gradually gets a lightly tacky about half-way through wear.
Browse all of our Giorgio Armani Ecstasy Lacquer swatches.
Milano Nude (511)
PPermanent. $38.00.
Adrenaline (600)
Giorgio Armani Adrenaline (600) Ecstasy Lacquer ($38.00 for 0.20 oz.) is a deep, reddish berry with flecks of purple and violet pearl. It had semi-opaque pigmentation (the formula is designed to be buildable) with a very deep stain and a lightly glossy finish. The texture was lightweight, smoothing of my lip lines, and comfortable to apply and wear; though initially it had a more watery feel, it developed to a more gel-like consistency that was lightly tacky as it wore. It stayed on well for over six hours with a strong stain left behind. The formula felt lightly hydrating over time.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- NARS Provoke (LE, $28.00) is less shimmery (90% similar).
- Too Faced Plum Crazy (P, $20.00) is darker (90% similar).
- MAC Warp Speed Ahead (LE, $21.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- Too Faced Fruit Punch (P, $20.00) is more shimmery, lighter (85% similar).
- MAC Star Memoir (LE, $21.00) is lighter, glossier (85% similar).
- Makeup Geek Drumroll (P, $15.00) is more shimmery, cooler (85% similar).
- Marc Jacobs Beauty Tempt Me (380) (P, $29.00) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- MAC Make Me Mercurial (LE, $21.00) is more shimmery, lighter (85% similar).
- MAC Space Bubble (LE, $21.00) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- MAC Queen's Violet (LE, $21.00) is more shimmery, cooler (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$38.00/0.2 oz. - $190.00 Per Ounce
The Ecstasy Lacquer formula is supposed to have the shine of a gloss, color and hydration of a lipstick, and the long-wear of a stain, though they say “applied in a single layer for a subtle touch of color … or in a layered application for a bold, statement lip.”
It has a floral scent, which is noticeable in the tube and for an hour or so of wear (particularly strong when it is drying down). There is a slight taste to me, as well. Initially, the formula is thin and more water-like, but after you’ve applied it, the consistency thickens, levels out, and “adheres” to your lips in a very comfortable wear. The consistency is mostly non-sticky and gradually gets a lightly tacky about half-way through wear.
Browse all of our Giorgio Armani Ecstasy Lacquer swatches.
Adrenaline (600)
PPermanent. $38.00.
Giorgio Armani Milano Nude (511) Ecstasy Lacquer
Giorgio Armani Milano Nude (511) Ecstasy Lacquer
Giorgio Armani Milano Nude (511) Ecstasy Lacquer
Giorgio Armani Milano Nude (511) Ecstasy Lacquer
Giorgio Armani Milano Nude (511) Ecstasy Lacquer
Giorgio Armani Milano Nude (511) Ecstasy Lacquer
Giorgio Armani Adrenaline (600) Ecstasy Lacquer
Giorgio Armani Adrenaline (600) Ecstasy Lacquer
Giorgio Armani Adrenaline (600) Ecstasy Lacquer
Giorgio Armani Adrenaline (600) Ecstasy Lacquer
Giorgio Armani Adrenaline (600) Ecstasy Lacquer
Giorgio Armani Adrenaline (600) Ecstasy Lacquer
Adrenaline is gorgeous.
I have Adrenaline and can confirm. It’s gorgeous on its own, but on a next level when I use it as a topper for other plummy lipsticks!
That sounds stunning!
Man, but Milano Nude looks rough compared to the others! If it weren’t within the same product range, say, even a different brand, I might not have been inclined to notice. But, it is.
As for Adrenaline: WOW! That is such an interesting and complex shade! I do love it, though I’m more edging towards getting Pink-Out.
Stunning shades, especially Adrenaline.
Adrenaline is my new pick from this line. Never mind that I have a dupe but it is only 85% similar so I think I can justify getting this. Amazing shade.