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Home » FOTD » The Chanel Rouge Allure Velvet Extreme is the epitome of the ideal intense matte lip colour

The Chanel Rouge Allure Velvet Extreme is the epitome of the ideal intense matte lip colour

October 17, 2018 Paris B 11 Comments

In recent years, I’ve noticed a significant shift by brands towards favouring matte lipsticks. This leaves me conflicted because I want to do these new products justice, yet matte lipsticks are not my personal choice nor preference. I am all about a creamy lip with a slight gloss. So, when I spotted the new Chanel Rouge Allure Velvet Extreme, I almost recoiled in horror.

Not content with a mere matte lipstick, as found in their Rouge Allure Velvet range, Chanel has upped the ante, and introduced an INTENSE MATTE lipstick!

chanel rouge allure velvet extreme - 112 ideal 114 epitome 116 extreme

After my initial look of disbelief, I did deign to try these to see just how much more intense a matte lipstick can be. I must confess that while I do not wear matte lipstick at the best of times, if I do wear one, it is inevitably the Chanel Rouge Allure Velvet.

I first discovered them about 5 years ago, and they are the only matte lip products I will wear for the simple reason, they are lightweight and not drying. They also come in beautiful opaque shades that are incredibly flattering.

So I had a very valid concern with the Rouge Allure Velvet Extreme – does extreme, intense matte come with extreme, intense drying effects? 😛

But first, feast your eyes on the beautiful packaging of the Chanel Rouge Allure Velvet Extreme lipsticks. They are stunning and elegant in the way that only Chanel can be.

Unlike their regular Rouge Allure lipsticks, the lipstick bullet now comes housed in a black case, sheathed fully within a matte black cover.

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I love that contrast of shiny black lipstick bullet case against the matte black outer case. The black-on-black design is minimalist, elegant and very alluring. It is also a perfect foil for the beautiful, rich, opulent lipstick colours housed within.

Visually, there is little the sets the Rouge Allure Velvet Extreme apart from the regular Rouge Allure Velvet, aside from the black and gold bullet cases. The lipstick itself looks velvety, with a noticeable matte finish.

When applied on lips however, I do notice that the Rouge Allure Velvet Extreme imparts a stronger, more opaque colour. It so happens that the 3 shades I was gifted with are shades of red, which form half the colours available. The other 3 are an orange and 2 shades of a more neutral nude pink.

There is certainly a more intensity of colour imparted in just one swipe of the bullet. It tugs a little the first time you use them, and each time thereafter. So, although it does apply very smoothly and creamy after the first swipe, you do have to get yourself over that first swipe.

Texture-wise, I find it to not be as lightweight as the Rouge Allure Velvet lipsticks are. It isn’t heavy or uncomfortable, but you will know it is there.

Unlike most matte lipsticks, I find that the Chanel Rouge Allure Velvet Extreme does not fully dry down to a long-lasting, transfer-proof finish. What this means is that it will look amazing on your lips, but it will transfer when you eat and drink. However, the pigment is so strong, that even a slight transfer does not dull the velvety opacity of the colour.

Here are the 3 colours I have, as worn and swatched on me. For reference, I am a Chanel B10 in foundation, and generally, on the lighter end of the foundation spectrum.

chanel rouge allure velvet extreme - 112 ideal 114 epitome 116 extreme swatch

I know what you’re going to say – they all look the same! LOL! 😀

Well yes, they do. There is only a slight difference between the shades, which are more apparent in person, and depending on your base skin tone.

  • 112 Ideal – A deep pure chilli red. This one will be the one to go for if you want a straight, true red, or if you dare wear bright reds like this 😛
  • 114 Epitome – A noticeably blue-based red. I’ve seen this described as ‘pink’ and I can’t imagine how it looks pink. This is a straight red with blue tones and makes your teeth look nice and white.
  • 116 Extreme – A deeper red that looks almost plum in the tube. This one’s for those who want a red that isn’t too bold, and does wear well in cooler weather.

In my swatches, I have worn the lipstick straight from the tube. You can see from the swatches on my arm just how bold the colours are. This is just one straight swipe. It is beautiful!

I do however, unfortunately, find the Chanel Rouge Allure Velvet Extreme to be drying on my lips. After wearing it for a few hours, once I remove it, I can feel my lips almost heaving a sigh of relief. Also, if I wear it too often, my lips do start to flake.

Granted, you can wear a dab of lip balm underneath, but it will change the texture and finish of the lipstick. So here’s my tip on how to best wear the Chanel Rouge Allure Velvet Extreme without experiencing too much dryness.

  • Prep your lips – Wear a thick layer of lip balm or something like the Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask on your lips as you start doing your skincare routine and as you dress and do your makeup.
  • Dab on the lip colour – Just before you apply your lip colour, remove the lip balm from your lips. Then, DAB the Rouge Allure Velvet Extreme on your lips. The intensity and opacity of colour means that you will achieve a very strong lip colour even without swiping it on.
  • Blend out the lip colour – For a more defined look, use a lip brush and blend out the lip colour all over your lip. For a less defined look, smush your lips together to spread the colour.

As with all matte textured lipsticks, these look best on well prepped lips. If your lips are dry or flakey, avoid using these or you will feel very disappointed.

IN A NUTSHELL

The Chanel Rouge Allure Velvet Extreme lipsticks are a new range of intense matte lipsticks with a beautiful, sleek, new all-black-on-black packaging. The packaging itself is a beauty to behold! I find the formula to be a little more drying than the regular Rouge Allure Velvet. It also feels a little heavier on the lips. The opacity and pigmentation of the colours however are stunning. They are opaque with high-intensity colour with just one swipe from the tube, and have a rich, velvety finish that is not a flat matte. I do not find it settling into lip lines, nor making lips look aged the way most matte lipsticks do. But they do feel more drying than normal.

PROS: Beautiful packaging, High opacity and pigmentation of colour, Does not settle into lip lines, Glides smoothly on lips after the first application, Bold colours, Velvety matte finish

CONS: Tugs a little initially, Can be a little drying on lips

WHO WILL LIKE THIS: Anyone who enjoys using matte, opaque, intense colour lipsticks

PRICE: RM133 | US$37 | S$50

WHERE TO BUY: Chanel counters and beauty boutiques

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Are these Chanel Rouge Allure Velvet Extreme lipsticks up your alley? Do you like matte lipsticks?

I don’t usually wear matte lipsticks. Just not my preference for texture. As I’ve said, the only ones I can comfortably wear without wanting to rip my lips off is the Rouge Allure Velvet. These however, are a little too extreme for me LOL! 😀

Paris B

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  1. Nicole says

    October 18, 2018 at 12:19 pm

    Thanks for sharing. I love the first two colours on you. These matt lipsticks look really nice! Love the matt cover too. Too bad my lips probably can’t take it. 🙁

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    • Paris B says

      October 19, 2018 at 9:28 am

      Thank you Nicole 🙂 They are very nice, but definitely not for anyone who already suffers from dry lips!

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  2. Z says

    October 18, 2018 at 2:39 pm

    I agree! The first two look great on you, Paris AND I think matte looks great on you. But, I also understand your preference. Lipsticks are getting more matte these days and I found myself buying a gradiant matte once from Aritaum several years ago and quite really liking it; but, matte is drying.

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    • Paris B says

      October 19, 2018 at 9:30 am

      Thank you lovely! 😀 I have to say that the matte effect of these lipsticks do look quite nice on me (at least I don’t have to suffer the lined, crepey lip look!) but it’s a texture I can’t get behind haha! I think the matte texture is a cyclical thing – but I think it’s gaining traction primarily because it looks very good in photos, and because of all the indie brands and their liquid lipsticks. It seems to be easier to make an affordable matte lipstick than it is to make a creamy one. I wonder why?

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  3. Lezel says

    October 18, 2018 at 4:15 pm

    I love a matte lip but my preference when it comes to a matte lip is always a liquid lipstick cos of the much lighter texture and they don’t tend to flake or crumble (I mean obviously formula is key and this differs from brand to brand). Big luxury brands may have a bit to catch up on formula wise when it comes to their matte lip. People I know who wear/experiment a lot always tend to favour some high street, pro mua brand or smaller/indie beauty brands when it comes to better formulations. I don’t use enough high end lipstick to form a good judgement but I think you may find Pat Mcgrath’s line of MatteTrance lipstick more to your liking when looking for a bullet type lipstick. It may JUST sway your opinion when it comes to using matte lipstick 🙂

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    • Paris B says

      October 19, 2018 at 9:32 am

      Haha I’m the opposite of you Lezel! If I were to wear a matte, it’d still come in a bullet, because I find ALL liquid lipstick drying! And I don’t like how they dry on my lips. I guess I’m just a traditionalist in my preferences 😀 The Rouge Allure Velvet is a very good matte – not drying, lightweight, beautiful opaque colours and does not settle into lip lines or crack or flake or peel. But few other brands do it so well for me. I have contemplated the Pat McGrath ones, but somehow, the colours don’t call to me. Maybe next time I consider a NAP order, I’ll pop one to try 😉

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  4. Jess says

    October 23, 2018 at 10:36 am

    I’m in love with matte lipsticks for years actually, and I’ve been loving theYSL Rouge Pur Couture the Mats, the Chanel Rouge Allure Velvet and the Giorgio Armani Lip Maestro.

    Many years later until now, it seems I can’t wear anything else than matte lipsticks, so you might guess it, I’m really thrilled that Chanel came out with a new range of matte lipsticks! Dying to pick myself one (or two) up! 🙂

    Btw, I’m totally looking forward to try the new YSL Pur Couture Slim too!

    Thank you for your review! And no, I don’t think all 3 that you swatched look the same! 😉

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    • Paris B says

      October 24, 2018 at 8:34 am

      For matte lipstick lovers, the recent lipstick releases would be perfect! So many mattes on offer recently! I hope you like the new Chanel Velvet Extreme. It is rather more matte than I’m used to but might be right up your alley! The new YSL one does look interesting too. The slim packaging is very streamlined indeed but the scents in YSL lipsticks tend to throw me so I don’t pay too much attention to them. I wonder if those have a scent!

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  5. kuri says

    December 4, 2018 at 6:12 am

    Gorgeous colors, but I’m with you on mattes; I just don’t like them and I also don’t want to fuss with having my lips in perfect condition.

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    • Paris B says

      December 4, 2018 at 5:29 pm

      Glossy lips all the way!! 😀

      Reply
  6. Joke says

    December 13, 2019 at 11:30 pm

    I use this product now for almost two years in autumn and wintertime. And I prepare my lips with the MAC prep+prime. If it’s getting dryer I put some of the primer over the lipstick, it works fine this way!

    Reply

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