ARmakeupjunkie
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I would like a dark, sexy red lipstick. I have MAC Red and Glam but neither seems to be as dark as I would like. Can you guys make any suggestions? Does not have to be MAC. Thanks!!
Dark, Sexy, Red
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Beauty Mark
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Chanel makes a great red, forget what it's called.
Nars makes many great lip colors and has several gorgeous reds.
Nars makes many great lip colors and has several gorgeous reds.
martygreene
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I believe Beauty Mark is referring to Chanel Vamp. It's a standby dark red for many.
ARmakeupjunkie
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Thank you Beauty Mark and martygreene but Vamp may be a little darker than I want but I will look into the Nars.
ARmakeupjunkie
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Thanks me_jelly! I have been looking at Dubonnet but I have not had the change to try it yet. I am not due to be at another MAC counter for two more weeks so I will try it then.
glittergoddess27
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Chanel's Dragon Red
ARmakeupjunkie
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I looked on the Chanel website but could not find this color. I will check for it in stores when I go shopping next weekend.
Thanks!
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Chanel's Dragon Red |
I looked on the Chanel website but could not find this color. I will check for it in stores when I go shopping next weekend.
surfdiva
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I had a difficult time wearing red until I found Nars Dolce Vita. It's a very wearable red that looks good on several skin tones. The best thing about this red is that you can easily turn the intensity up or down. If I want a dark red lip I pair it with a layer of Nars Amazon lip pencil underneath. If I want a more professional look I use it alone or with a nude lip pencil, like MAC's Subculture.
MAC's Russian Red Lipglass is a good one if you want high shine.
MAC's Russian Red Lipglass is a good one if you want high shine.
ARmakeupjunkie
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Thanks surfdiva!
I went to your beauty blog and I have to say you look cute in the Barbie tee. I bookmarked your blog so I can always get to it.
Twinkle_Twinkle
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I like Rocker - it might be too dark, it depends on what you are looking for, but I love it.
surfdiva
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Awww, thanks for the nice complement ARmakeupjunkie! I'm so glad you stopped by the site. (I've been working hard on it, and it's practically like a third job!) Please come back and visit soon
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Thanks surfdiva!
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Awww, thanks for the nice complement ARmakeupjunkie! I'm so glad you stopped by the site. (I've been working hard on it, and it's practically like a third job!) Please come back and visit soon
S.S.BlackOrchid
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MAC Rocker or Porlongwear in Alta Moda, NARS Shanghai Express, Besame Cherry Red, Loreal Endless in Saucy Sangria ( I love Dark reds!)
Beauty Mark
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Dolce Vita is a pinky rose neutral shade, not close to red.
| Originally Posted by surfdiva
I had a difficult time wearing red until I found Nars Dolce Vita. It's a very wearable red that looks good on several skin tones. The best thing about this red is that you can easily turn the intensity up or down. If I want a dark red lip I pair it with a layer of Nars Amazon lip pencil underneath. If I want a more professional look I use it alone or with a nude lip pencil, like MAC's Subculture. MAC's Russian Red Lipglass is a good one if you want high shine. |
Dolce Vita is a pinky rose neutral shade, not close to red.
juicyaddict
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another vote for dubonnet.
ARmakeupjunkie
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I want you all to know that I did try Dubonnet and that lipstick is brown on me. Sorry but it does not work for everyone.
me_jelly
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Aww..sorry it didn't work for you, but what liner did you use with it? I find that if I use something with brown tones like auburn liner, it'll make it more brown - have you tried it with redd l/l? That tends to bring out the red tones in the lipstick. Also, I put a few small dabs of a brighter red gloss when using dubonnet to bring out the red tones in it - try a tiny bit of russian red on top, it'll tame those brown notes
| Originally Posted by ARmakeupjunkie
I want you all to know that I did try Dubonnet and that lipstick is brown on me. Sorry but it does not work for everyone.
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Aww..sorry it didn't work for you, but what liner did you use with it? I find that if I use something with brown tones like auburn liner, it'll make it more brown - have you tried it with redd l/l? That tends to bring out the red tones in the lipstick. Also, I put a few small dabs of a brighter red gloss when using dubonnet to bring out the red tones in it - try a tiny bit of russian red on top, it'll tame those brown notes
ARmakeupjunkie
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No liner, just the lipstick. There was not a hint of red in sight so somehow, I don't think the liner is going to help. I have learned that when I don't like a lipstick, no matter what gloss I add or liner I use, nothing will every change my mind about the color. Thanks anyway.
Rouquinne, I will take a look at Rage the next time I am at a counter. Thanks for the rec.
| Originally Posted by me_jelly
Aww..sorry it didn't work for you, but what liner did you use with it? I find that if I use something with brown tones like auburn liner, it'll make it more brown - have you tried it with redd l/l? That tends to bring out the red tones in the lipstick. Also, I put a few small dabs of a brighter red gloss when using dubonnet to bring out the red tones in it - try a tiny bit of russian red on top, it'll tame those brown notes |
No liner, just the lipstick. There was not a hint of red in sight so somehow, I don't think the liner is going to help. I have learned that when I don't like a lipstick, no matter what gloss I add or liner I use, nothing will every change my mind about the color. Thanks anyway.
Rouquinne, I will take a look at Rage the next time I am at a counter. Thanks for the rec.
