NARS Damned, Endangered Red, Dirty Mind Velvet Matte Lip Pencils Reviews, Photos, Swatches
Damned
NARS Damned Velvet Matte Lip Pencil ($27.00 for 0.08 oz.) is a rich berry with cool undertones and a semi-matte finish. It had semi-opaque pigmentation that applied an even, smooth layer of color that sat well on the lips. Despite having a more matte finish, it did not look dry or powdery on my lips. The consistency felt velvety as it glided across the lips, and it was a lightweight formula that was comfortable to wear and non-drying over the six hours it lasted. There was a slight stain left behind after I removed this shade.
The formula is supposed to be “long-lasting” with “rich” and “seamless color.” The texture has a more velvety feel: smooth, thinner but glides on easily, and doesn’t have a lot of wetness/creaminess. The pigmentation varied from shade to shade with most shades having semi-opaque coverage. They were easy to apply along the lips and comfortable to apply, as they did not tug. The formula lasted anywhere from three hours to six hours, and some shades were somewhat drying and others were non-drying.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Tarte Fly (P, $20.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Bite Beauty #100 (P, $18.00) is brighter, cooler (95% similar).
- Fenty Beauty Flamingo Acid (P, $18.00) is darker, cooler (95% similar).
- Smashbox Jam On It (P, $21.00) is darker, glossier (90% similar).
- NARS Wasted (LE, $27.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- MAC Marsala (DC, $21.00) is darker, glossier (90% similar).
- MAC Acai (LE, $19.00) is warmer (95% similar).
- Chanel Muted Fuchsia (124) (P, $40.00) is darker (90% similar).
- MAC Fashion Revival (LE, $19.00) is darker, warmer, glossier (90% similar).
- L'Oreal Le Carmin Courage (P, $13.99) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$27.00/0.08 oz. - $337.50 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to be “long-lasting” with “rich” and “seamless color.” The texture has a more velvety feel: smooth, thinner but glides on easily, and doesn’t have a lot of wetness/creaminess. The pigmentation varied from shade to shade with most shades having semi-opaque coverage. They were easy to apply along the lips and comfortable to apply, as they did not tug. The formula lasted anywhere from three hours to six hours, and some shades were somewhat drying and others were non-drying.
Browse all of our NARS Velvet Matte Lip Pencil swatches.
Ingredients
C12-13 Alkyl Ethylhexanoate, Synthetic Candelilla Wax, Polyethylene, Caprylyl Methicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Silica, Dimethicone, Sucrose Acetate Isobutyrate, Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides, Tocopherol, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Propylene Carbonate, Lecithin, Flavor (Aroma), Dicalcium Phosphate, Citric Acid, Propylparaben, Methylparaben, Anise Alcohol. [+/- (May Contain/Peut Contenir): Blue 1 Lake (CI 42090), Iron Oxides (CI 77491), Iron Oxides (CI 77492), Iron Oxides (CI 77499), Mica, Red 28 Lake (CI 45410), Red 6 (CI 15850), Red 7 Lake (CI 15850), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Yellow 5 Lake (CI 19140)].
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.
Damned
PPermanent. $27.00.
Endangered Red
NARS Endangered Red Velvet Matte Lip Pencil ($27.00 for 0.08 oz.) is a deep, berry red with cooler undertones and a satin finish. It had medium, buildable color payoff, while the texture was smooth going on, it did seem to gather in lip lines slightly. The color wore well for over six hours and left a stain behind, but the formula was mildly drying.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- MAC Toung 'n' Chic (LE, $18.50) is lighter, brighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Anastasia #5 (Vol. 1) (PiP, ) is lighter, more muted (90% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury Festival Magic (Was Glastonberry) (P, $37.00) is lighter, more muted, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Alchemist (P, $10.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- ColourPop Plucked (LE, $10.00) is glossier (90% similar).
- MAC Burning Love (P, $22.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- MAC Babes and Balls (LE, $19.00) is cooler, glossier (90% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury Hel's Bells (P, $37.00) is lighter, brighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Illamasqua Shard (P, $24.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- MAC Viva Glam III (P, $19.00) is warmer, glossier (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$27.00/0.08 oz. - $337.50 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to be “long-lasting” with “rich” and “seamless color.” The texture has a more velvety feel: smooth, thinner but glides on easily, and doesn’t have a lot of wetness/creaminess. The pigmentation varied from shade to shade with most shades having semi-opaque coverage. They were easy to apply along the lips and comfortable to apply, as they did not tug. The formula lasted anywhere from three hours to six hours, and some shades were somewhat drying and others were non-drying.
Browse all of our NARS Velvet Matte Lip Pencil swatches.
Ingredients
C12-13 Alkyl Ethylhexanoate, Synthetic Candelilla Wax, Polyethylene, Caprylyl Methicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Silica, Dimethicone, Sucrose Acetate Isobutyrate, Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides, Tocopherol, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Propylene Carbonate, Lecithin, Flavor (Aroma), Dicalcium Phosphate, Citric Acid, Propylparaben, Methylparaben, Anise Alcohol. [+/- (May Contain/Peut Contenir): Blue 1 Lake (CI 42090), Iron Oxides (CI 77491), Iron Oxides (CI 77492), Iron Oxides (CI 77499), Mica, Red 28 Lake (CI 45410), Red 6 (CI 15850), Red 7 Lake (CI 15850), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Yellow 5 Lake (CI 19140)].
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.
Endangered Red
PPermanent. $27.00.
Dirty Mind
NARS Dirty Mind Velvet Matte Lip Pencil ($27.00 for 0.08 oz.) is a deep, purply plum with warm undertones and a semi-matte finish. The pigmentation was mostly opaque, while the texture felt smooth and velvety going on, though it looked a little drier on the lips. It was lightweight, fairly comfortable to wear as it only felt drying after five hours of wear, and the color lasted for six in total.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Pack Pack (LE, $6.00) is darker (95% similar).
- NARS London Calling (P, $26.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Double Crossed (P, $18.00) is darker (90% similar).
- ColourPop Traviesa (DC, $6.50) is darker (90% similar).
- Sephora Mysterious Plum (100) (P, $14.00) is darker (90% similar).
- MAC Smoked Purple (P, $19.00) is darker (90% similar).
- NARS Train Bleu (P, $27.00) is darker (80% similar).
- MAC Winifred (LE, $19.00) is lighter, brighter, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Nevermind (LE, $7.00) is darker, glossier (85% similar).
- ColourPop Bijou (LE, $7.00) is lighter, brighter (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$27.00/0.08 oz. - $337.50 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to be “long-lasting” with “rich” and “seamless color.” The texture has a more velvety feel: smooth, thinner but glides on easily, and doesn’t have a lot of wetness/creaminess. The pigmentation varied from shade to shade with most shades having semi-opaque coverage. They were easy to apply along the lips and comfortable to apply, as they did not tug. The formula lasted anywhere from three hours to six hours, and some shades were somewhat drying and others were non-drying.
Browse all of our NARS Velvet Matte Lip Pencil swatches.
Ingredients
C12-13 Alkyl Ethylhexanoate, Synthetic Candelilla Wax, Polyethylene, Caprylyl Methicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Silica, Dimethicone, Sucrose Acetate Isobutyrate, Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides, Tocopherol, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Propylene Carbonate, Lecithin, Flavor (Aroma), Dicalcium Phosphate, Citric Acid, Propylparaben, Methylparaben, Anise Alcohol. [+/- (May Contain/Peut Contenir): Blue 1 Lake (CI 42090), Iron Oxides (CI 77491), Iron Oxides (CI 77492), Iron Oxides (CI 77499), Mica, Red 28 Lake (CI 45410), Red 6 (CI 15850), Red 7 Lake (CI 15850), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Yellow 5 Lake (CI 19140)].
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.
Dirty Mind
PPermanent. $27.00.
NARS Damned Velvet Matte Lip Pencil
NARS Damned Velvet Matte Lip Pencil
NARS Damned Velvet Matte Lip Pencil
NARS Damned Velvet Matte Lip Pencil
NARS Damned Velvet Matte Lip Pencil
NARS Damned Velvet Matte Lip Pencil
NARS Endangered Red Velvet Matte Lip Pencil
NARS Endangered Red Velvet Matte Lip Pencil
NARS Endangered Red Velvet Matte Lip Pencil
NARS Endangered Red Velvet Matte Lip Pencil
NARS Endangered Red Velvet Matte Lip Pencil
NARS Endangered Red Velvet Matte Lip Pencil
NARS Dirty Mind Velvet Matte Lip Pencil
NARS Dirty Mind Velvet Matte Lip Pencil
NARS Dirty Mind Velvet Matte Lip Pencil
NARS Dirty Mind Velvet Matte Lip Pencil
NARS Dirty Mind Velvet Matte Lip Pencil
NARS Dirty Mind Velvet Matte Lip Pencil
I can see myself picking up Dirty Mind for fall/winter!
Awesome! 🙂
I’ve tried the shade Bahamas and I’m not too keen on it – a little too drying for my preference! I’m glad they are extending the range though – I know it’s a favourite of many!
Totally could see that!
Looks like Damned and Dirty Mind need to go on my wish list. Damned sooner rather than later. I think I can wait until fall again for Dirty Mind.
Great picks, Erin!
Dirty Mind is gorgeous! Am I going to buy all of these Prince purples?
lol!
Dirty Mind is a gorgeous color.
It is!
These are my kind of shades! But looking at the dupe list, I have dupes for 2 of them and plan to pick up NARS Fanny for the first one. So I think I’ll pass on these!
Good idea to pass if you have dupes!
Every single one of these shades are in my proverbial wheelhouse! Love them ALL. You know what that means, right? Dupesville here! UD Troublemaker and After Dark, Colourpop Bijou, Never mind (which is horrid), Panda and MAC Media, too. Could possibly even add UD Disturbed into the mix, though warmer.
Nice dupe selection you have there 🙂
I’m really, really liking these NARS pencils. First of all, I prefer the pencil format; second, there are some great colors. This is severely testing my don’t-need-any-more-lipstick-EVER resolve.
Ah, you can resist! These are permanent!
Well it got me interested in ColourPop Pack Pack. I like CP satin, haven’t tried the matte, but I think I might pick up this killer colour.
The Matte X I like!
I will definitely have to pick up Dirty Mind next fall. I am all berried out right now! Trying to finish one of my berry lipsticks before purchasing another one.
Hi Christine,
I know that Nars is releasing a bunch of Prince inspired pencils. Are these being reformulated, as I already have Damned?
No, they are not reformulated.