Marc Jacobs Beauty Rei of Light (212) Le Marc Lip Creme ($30.00 for 0.12 oz.) is described as a “toasted brick.” It’s a medium-dark, slightly muted, orange-red with warm undertones and a semi-matte finish. It had good pigmentation with nearly opaque coverage that applied smoothly and evenly. NARS Rita (P, $32.00) is brighter, glossier. NARS Golshan (P, $25.00) is darker. Guerlain Calligraphy #6 (LE, ) is darker, cooler. Estee Lauder Fierce (P, $30.00) is darker, less glossy. See comparison swatches / compare dupes side-by-side.

Marc Jacobs Beauty Jolly Molly (220) Le Marc Lip Creme ($30.00 for 0.12 oz.) is described as a “bright bubblegum.” It’s a brightened, light-medium pink with subtle, cool blue undertones and a light sheen. It had rich color payoff with a creamy, glide-on consistency that was comfortable to wear. It wasn’t hydrating, but at least it wasn’t drying! This shade lasted for six hours on me. ColourPop Sweet-Thing (LE, $5.00) is darker. Estee Lauder Ambitious Pink (P, $30.00) is darker, warmer. ColourPop Fetch (P, $5.00) is less glossy. NARS Claudia (P, $32.00) is lighter. MAC Silly (LE, $16.00) is lighter, cooler, less glossy. Maybelline Ravishing Rose (P, $7.99) is less glossy. NARS Marisa (P, $32.00) is lighter. Clinique Sweet Pop (P, $18.00) is lighter. See comparison swatches / compare dupes side-by-side.

Marc Jacobs Beauty Boy Gorgeous (222) Le Marc Lip Creme ($30.00 for 0.12 oz.) is described as a “berry rouge.” It’s a brightened, reddish-berry with cool undertones and a satin finish. It had mostly opaque pigmentation with a lightly creamy consistency that glided on without tugging on the lips. It wore well for six hours, and it was neither drying nor hydrating. Bite Beauty Aubergine (P, $24.00) is darker. Urban Decay Sheer Shame (P, $20.00) is warmer. Tom Ford Beauty Plum Lush (05) (P, $50.00) is lighter. NARS Vera (P, $32.00) is darker. Givenchy Framboise Velours (315) (LE, $36.00) is more muted. MAC Splurge (LE, $22.00) is lighter, more muted. Marc Jacobs Beauty Headliner (608) (P, $28.00) is brighter. MAC Heaux (LE, $16.00) is darker, less glossy. Estee Lauder Confident (P, $30.00) is warmer. Tom Ford Beauty Velvet Violet (16) (P, $50.00) is warmer, glossier, brighter. MAC D for Danger (P, $16.00) is lighter, brighter, more pigmented. Marc Jacobs Beauty Seduce Me (128) (P, $30.00) is glossier. See comparison swatches / compare dupes side-by-side.

Formula Summary: Marc Jacobs Beauty Le Marc Lip Creme ($30.00 for 0.12 oz.) claims 10-hour wear with “vivid pigment” and a “rich, velvety” texture that is “ultra-hydrating.” As you might expect, they don’t last ten hours; they last four to six hours with some leaving a stain. The texture is lightweight, creamy, and glides on without dragging or tugging on the lip, but it doesn’t have a lot of slip so it stays in place. The formula isn’t hydrating, and it can be drying, depending on the shade. The lipstick has a sweet, floral scent, but it is very subtle, even when smelled directly from the tube.

Marc Jacobs Beauty Rei of Light (212) Le Marc Lip Creme

Marc Jacobs Beauty Rei of Light (212) Le Marc Lip Creme

Marc Jacobs Beauty Rei of Light (212) Le Marc Lip Creme

Marc Jacobs Beauty Rei of Light (212) Le Marc Lip Creme

Marc Jacobs Beauty Rei of Light (212) Le Marc Lip Creme

Marc Jacobs Beauty Rei of Light (212) Le Marc Lip Creme

Marc Jacobs Beauty Jolly Molly (220) Le Marc Lip Creme

Marc Jacobs Beauty Jolly Molly (220) Le Marc Lip Creme

Marc Jacobs Beauty Jolly Molly (220) Le Marc Lip Creme

Marc Jacobs Beauty Jolly Molly (220) Le Marc Lip Creme

Marc Jacobs Beauty Jolly Molly (220) Le Marc Lip Creme

Marc Jacobs Beauty Jolly Molly (220) Le Marc Lip Creme

Marc Jacobs Beauty Boy Gorgeous (222) Le Marc Lip Creme

Marc Jacobs Beauty Boy Gorgeous (222) Le Marc Lip Creme

Marc Jacobs Beauty Boy Gorgeous (222) Le Marc Lip Creme

Marc Jacobs Beauty Boy Gorgeous (222) Le Marc Lip Creme

Marc Jacobs Beauty Boy Gorgeous (222) Le Marc Lip Creme

Marc Jacobs Beauty Boy Gorgeous (222) Le Marc Lip Creme