Bella

NARS Bella Audacious Lipstick ($34.00 for 0.14 oz.) is a medium-dark peach with warm, orange undertones and a satin finish. It had nearly opaque pigmentation in a single layer, which adhered evenly and smoothly across my lips. The texture was lightly creamy, denser but not thick or heavy to wear, and comfortable to apply as it did not tug or drag. This particular shade seemed to be a bit less forgiving of my lip lines compared to some of the shades in the Audacious range, though it didn’t actually pull into them. It wore well for five hours and was lightly hydrating over time.

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• NARS Sarah (LE, $34.00) is darker (90% similar).
• Makeup Geek Beach Bunny (P, $12.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
• ColourPop She Cute (LE, $7.00) is lighter, cooler (95% similar).
• Patrick Ta She's Confident (P, $24.00) is darker, cooler, glossier (90% similar).
• ColourPop Carousel (LE, $10.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
• Hourglass I Lust For (P, $34.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
• ColourPop Simon Says (LE, $10.00) is darker, brighter, cooler (90% similar).
• Urban Decay Ancient (LE, $22.00) is lighter (90% similar).
• NARS Vibeke (LE, $34.00) is lighter, more muted, warmer (85% similar).

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Formula Overview

$34.00/0.14 oz. - $242.86 Per Ounce

The formula is supposed to have "one-stroke, full-coverage" pigmentation with a "soft matte finish" that is "long-lasting" and "hydrating." The formula is best characterized by its texture: creamy, smooth, and slightly denser/thicker on (but not heavy) compared to the typical lipstick formula. Most of the shades are opaque, while "weak" shades are more semi-opaque. The majority of the colors I've tested have applied evenly and smoothly with good glide and feel comfortable on my lips. They tend to last between four and six hours and was lightly hydrating to non-drying. There was no noticeable scent or taste.

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Delphine

NARS Delphine Audacious Lipstick ($34.00 for 0.14 oz.) is a medium-dark, muted red with subtle, warm undertones and a satin finish. It had rich color coverage that applied evenly in one fluid stroke. The consistency was creamy, lightweight but a bit thicker than the typical lipstick but never felt overly slippery when work. The highlight of the formula was that it didn’t emphasize my lip lines and smoothed out several of them instead. It stayed on nicely for six hours and was lightly moisturizing over time.

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• NARS Codie (LE, $34.00) is darker, more muted, warmer (95% similar).
• Make Up For Ever C406 (DC, $22.00) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (95% similar).
• Maybelline Ruby for Me (P, $7.49) is lighter, cooler (95% similar).
• NARS Bloodflower (DC, $28.00) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
• Tom Ford Beauty Night Porter (P, $55.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
• YSL Cacao Bounce (2) (LE, $38.00) is more shimmery, less pigmented, glossier (90% similar).
• Tom Ford Beauty Armie (LE, $36.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
• Tarte Miami Vice (P, $21.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
• Pat McGrath Major Red (DC, $40.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
• NARS Dolores (LE, $34.00) is warmer (90% similar).

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Formula Overview

$34.00/0.14 oz. - $242.86 Per Ounce

The formula is supposed to have "one-stroke, full-coverage" pigmentation with a "soft matte finish" that is "long-lasting" and "hydrating." The formula is best characterized by its texture: creamy, smooth, and slightly denser/thicker on (but not heavy) compared to the typical lipstick formula. Most of the shades are opaque, while "weak" shades are more semi-opaque. The majority of the colors I've tested have applied evenly and smoothly with good glide and feel comfortable on my lips. They tend to last between four and six hours and was lightly hydrating to non-drying. There was no noticeable scent or taste.

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NARS Bella Audacious Lipstick

NARS Bella Audacious Lipstick

NARS Bella Audacious Lipstick

NARS Bella Audacious Lipstick

NARS Bella Audacious Lipstick

NARS Bella Audacious Lipstick

NARS Bella Audacious Lipstick

NARS Bella Audacious Lipstick

NARS Bella Audacious Lipstick

NARS Delphine Audacious Lipstick

NARS Delphine Audacious Lipstick

NARS Delphine Audacious Lipstick

NARS Delphine Audacious Lipstick

NARS Delphine Audacious Lipstick

NARS Delphine Audacious Lipstick

NARS Delphine Audacious Lipstick

NARS Delphine Audacious Lipstick

NARS Delphine Audacious Lipstick

NARS Bella Audacious Lipstick

NARS Bella Audacious Lipstick

NARS Bella Audacious Lipstick

NARS Bella Audacious Lipstick

NARS Bella Audacious Lipstick

NARS Bella Audacious Lipstick

NARS Bella Audacious Lipstick

NARS Bella Audacious Lipstick

NARS Bella Audacious Lipstick

NARS Delphine Audacious Lipstick

NARS Delphine Audacious Lipstick

NARS Delphine Audacious Lipstick

NARS Delphine Audacious Lipstick

NARS Delphine Audacious Lipstick

NARS Delphine Audacious Lipstick

NARS Delphine Audacious Lipstick

NARS Delphine Audacious Lipstick

NARS Delphine Audacious Lipstick