Expressive (24)

Chanel Expressive (24) Rouge Allure Gloss ($34.00 for 0.20 fl. oz.) is a softened, medium-dark pinky plum with warm undertones and fine orange-gold shimmer. It had semi-opaque pigmentation with a creamy, lightweight consistency that was comfortable to wear and hydrating over time. The color could have applied a bit smoother, though. It was slightly tacky after an hour or so of wear, but it was never heavy or really sticky. This shade wore well for five hours on me. NARS Corsica (LE, $26.00) is lighter (90% similar). Maybelline Lust for Mauve (535) (P, $8.99) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar). Marc Jacobs Beauty Fame (206) (DC, $28.00) is less shimmery, darker, brighter (90% similar). Pat McGrath Flesh 4 (P, $30.00) is more muted, less pigmented (90% similar). NARS Éphélide (LE, $26.00) is lighter, cooler (85% similar). YSL Devour Me Plum (P, $32.00) is more shimmery, darker (85% similar). Chanel Audace (20) (LE, $34.00) is darker, warmer (85% similar). NARS Baroque (P, $24.00) is more shimmery, warmer, less glossy (85% similar). Make Up For Ever 405P Pearly Plum (P, $19.00) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar). MAC Tolerance (LE, $20.00) is lighter, cooler (85% similar). Maybelline Intoxicating Spice (070) (P, $8.99) is warmer (85% similar). Dior Ruby Essence (778) (LE, $30.00) is darker, more muted (80% similar). Lancome Molten Magenta (13) (P, $22.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (80% similar). Bobbi Brown Aubergine (P, $24.00) is darker, more muted, less pigmented (85% similar). See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

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