Laura Mercier Chocolat Divin, Coral Nu, Coral Clair Rouge Essentiel Lipsticks Review & Swatches
Chocolat Divin
Laura Mercier Chocolat Divin Rouge Essentiel Silky Crème LipstickLaura Mercier Chocolat Divin Rouge Essentiel Silky Crème Lipstick ($32.00 for 0.12 oz.) is a muted, deeper brown with subtle, warm undertones and a lightly glossy finish. It looked glossier than it felt, as it was still more of a thin, lightweight consistency that had a velvety glide rather than creamy, more emollient slip.
It had mostly opaque color coverage that applied evenly and lasted well for five hours. The formula felt lightly hydrating while worn.
FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- Clinique Velour (30) (P, $19.50) is more shimmery, cooler (95% similar).
- Too Faced Indecent Proposal (P, $22.00) is darker (95% similar).
- MAC Modern Temptress (LE, $20.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Maybelline Chocoholic (DC, $7.49) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- MAC Pretty Pleats! (P, $24.00) is cooler (90% similar).
- Bite Beauty Cognac (P, $24.00) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Make Up For Ever Magnetic Brown (122) (P, $23.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Pat McGrath Divine Brown (P, $38.00) is warmer (90% similar).
- Anastasia #6 (Vol. 1) (PiP, ) is warmer (90% similar).
- Pat McGrath She’s So Deep (LE, $40.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$32.00/0.12 oz. – $266.67 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to have “high-impact color” with “weightless decadence” that “moisturizes and smooths.” The pigmentation was nearly opaque to opaque in a single layer, which applied smoothly and without tugging. The texture was lightly creamy but more velvety overall, so it glided easily over my lips but didn’t feel overly slippery.
The issue I had was that the formula didn’t seem particularly forgiving of natural lip texture or imperfections, so despite exfoliating prior to application, there were areas highlighted that I didn’t expect to see since the formula was supposed to be smoothing. It also settled a bit into deeper lip lines, which was more noticeable (in person, not just in the close-up photos) with lighter shades than brighter or deeper tones. They lasted between four and six hours on me and felt lightly hydrating.
Browse all of our Laura Mercier Rouge Essentiel Silky Crème Lipstick swatches.
Ingredients
Cetyl Dimethicone, Di-C12-13 Alkyl Tartrate, Octyldodecanol, C30-45 Alkyl Dimethicone, Polyethylene, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Microcrystalline Wax/Cera Microcristallina, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Stearalkonium Bentonite, Talc, Tocopheryl Acetate, Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, PadinaPavonica Thallus Extract, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, DicalciumPhosphate, Caprylyl Methicone, Propylene Carbonate, Mica, Tin Oxide. May Contain (+/-): Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Blue 1 Lake (Ci 42090), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491), Iron Oxides (Ci 77492), Red 7 Lake (Ci 15850), 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.
Coral Nu
Laura Mercier Coral Nu Rouge Essentiel Silky Crème LipstickLaura Mercier Coral Nu Rouge Essentiel Silky Crème Lipstick ($32.00 for 0.12 oz.) is a light-medium, peachy coral with strong, warm undertones and a satin finish. It appeared brighter when swatched than it did applied to my lips. The texture was lightweight, thin, and velvety, but it seemed to break up and separate more noticeably on my lips, particularly along my lip lines and any minor imperfections in lip texture (and I exfoliated prior to applying it!).
It had semi-opaque color payoff that could be built up slightly. It wore decently for three hours and felt lightly hydrating over time.
FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- ColourPop Electric Feel (LE, $7.00) is darker, less glossy (95% similar).
- Laura Mercier Brun Pale (P, $32.00) is cooler (90% similar).
- Maybelline Honey Pink (P, $7.99) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Chanel L’Aristrocatica (65) (LE, $38.00) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Rare Beauty Fearless (P, $20.00) is darker (90% similar).
- MAC Reverence (P, $21.00) is cooler (90% similar).
- Anastasia Kiss (P, $18.00) is darker, less glossy (90% similar).
- Makeup Geek Foxtrot (LE, $12.00) is warmer, less glossy (90% similar).
- Milani I Am Smart (P, $6.99) is darker (90% similar).
- ColourPop L’Auberge (LE, $8.00) is darker, less glossy (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$32.00/0.12 oz. – $266.67 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to have “high-impact color” with “weightless decadence” that “moisturizes and smooths.” The pigmentation was nearly opaque to opaque in a single layer, which applied smoothly and without tugging. The texture was lightly creamy but more velvety overall, so it glided easily over my lips but didn’t feel overly slippery.
The issue I had was that the formula didn’t seem particularly forgiving of natural lip texture or imperfections, so despite exfoliating prior to application, there were areas highlighted that I didn’t expect to see since the formula was supposed to be smoothing. It also settled a bit into deeper lip lines, which was more noticeable (in person, not just in the close-up photos) with lighter shades than brighter or deeper tones. They lasted between four and six hours on me and felt lightly hydrating.
Browse all of our Laura Mercier Rouge Essentiel Silky Crème Lipstick swatches.
Ingredients
Cetyl Dimethicone, Di-C12-13 Alkyl Tartrate, Octyldodecanol, C30-45 Alkyl Dimethicone, Polyethylene, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Microcrystalline Wax/Cera Microcristallina, Mica, Stearalkonium Bentonite, Dicalcium Phosphate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Padina Pavonica Thallus Extract, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Propylene Carbonate, Caprylyl Methicone, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Talc, Tin Oxide. May Contain (+/-): Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Blue 1 Lake (Ci 42090), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491), Iron Oxides (Ci 77492), Red 6 (Ci 15850), Red 7 Lake (Ci 15850), Red 28 Lake (Ci 45410), Zinc Oxide (Ci 77947).
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.
Coral Clair
Laura Mercier Coral Clair Rouge Essentiel Silky Crème LipstickLaura Mercier Coral Clair Rouge Essentiel Silky Crème Lipstick ($32.00 for 0.12 oz.) is a light, peachy coral with moderate, warm undertones and a satin finish. The texture was smooth, lightweight, and thin, which helped it have a velvety glide across my lips and did not feel clingy.
It had semi-opaque, buildable pigmentation, which could have applied a little more evenly. There was a touch of product that settled into my deeper lip lines, though it wasn’t noticeable in person until a few hours into wear. This shade stayed on well for four hours and felt lightly moisturizing while worn.
FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- Make Up For Ever C302 (DC, $22.00) is more shimmery, brighter, cooler (85% similar).
- Giorgio Armani Eccentrico (503) (P, $38.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (85% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury Kidman’s Kiss (P, $34.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (85% similar).
- Marc Jacobs Beauty Shakedown (P, $30.00) is darker (85% similar).
- Sephora Strong as Helle (27) (P, $13.00) is darker (85% similar).
- Smashbox Nude Beach (P, $21.00) is more shimmery, darker (85% similar).
- Estee Lauder Angel Lips (P, $32.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (85% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty Carriacou (P, $55.00) is darker, cooler (85% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty River (LE, $36.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (80% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury Blushing Dream (LE, $37.00) is darker, cooler (80% similar).
Formula Overview
$32.00/0.12 oz. – $266.67 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to have “high-impact color” with “weightless decadence” that “moisturizes and smooths.” The pigmentation was nearly opaque to opaque in a single layer, which applied smoothly and without tugging. The texture was lightly creamy but more velvety overall, so it glided easily over my lips but didn’t feel overly slippery.
The issue I had was that the formula didn’t seem particularly forgiving of natural lip texture or imperfections, so despite exfoliating prior to application, there were areas highlighted that I didn’t expect to see since the formula was supposed to be smoothing. It also settled a bit into deeper lip lines, which was more noticeable (in person, not just in the close-up photos) with lighter shades than brighter or deeper tones. They lasted between four and six hours on me and felt lightly hydrating.
Browse all of our Laura Mercier Rouge Essentiel Silky Crème Lipstick swatches.
Ingredients
Cetyl Dimethicone, Di-C12-13 Alkyl Tartrate, Octyldodecanol, C30-45 Alkyl Dimethicone, Polyethylene, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Microcrystalline Wax/Cera Microcristallina, Mica, Stearalkonium Bentonite, Dicalcium Phosphate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Padina Pavonica Thallus Extract, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Propylene Carbonate, Caprylyl Methicone, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Talc, Tin Oxide. May Contain (+/-): Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Blue 1 Lake (Ci 42090), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491), Iron Oxides (Ci 77492), Red 6 (Ci 15850), Red 7 Lake (Ci 15850), Red 28 Lake (Ci 45410), Zinc Oxide (Ci 77947).
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.