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Tuesday 1 November 2011

30 Days of Lipstick, Day 1: Dior Rouge Dior in Red Muse

Hi, everyone! I'm here to announce my newest blog-related project for November: 30 Days of Lipstick! For each day throughout the month, I will be wearing and reviewing a different lipstick from my collection. I was inspired to do this because, when budgets get tight, one of the most exciting ways to "discover" new products is actually to re-discover the makeup treasures that you already own, which may have been neglected or forgotten over previous weeks. Also, I thought this would be a great way to share information and reviews about a wide variety of lipstick brands and finishes- and I'll be sure to include lipsticks for every budget, from $4 to $40. I hope you enjoy this project as much as I do!

Today's lipstick of choice was Christian Dior's Rouge Dior Lipstick in #444 Red Muse ($36 CAD, at Sears, the Bay, Sephora, Holt Renfrew, and select Shoppers Drug Mart locations). This lipstick is definitely on the pricier side, but I was lucky enough to get it for free last weekend at Shoppers (thanks, Optimum points!). Rouge Dior lipsticks feature chic, elegant packaging, with Dior's signature navy quilted design:

Christian Dior Rouge Dior Lipstick

As for the formula, Dior describes their Rouge Dior line as offering "ultra-nourishing, long-wearing formula, in a haute-couture colour".  This range of lipsticks is meant to stand out from other long-wearing formulas, as it claims to moisturize while it stays put.

The shade that I chose was #444 Red Muse, which is a very unique pink-toned red with a satin (not too matte, not to shiny) finish. Here are a couple views of it in the tube:

Rouge Dior in #444 Red  Muse


And here is a swatch of it on my arm:

#444 Red Muse swatched on my inner arm (which is about a MAC NC15 colouring)

And here are some pictures of me wearing the lipstick. I think it suits my skin tone quite well! It's definitely bold and bright, but manages to also look polished and sophisticated:

Me wearing Rouge Dior #444 Red Muse



The Verdict:

Pros:
  • The formula lives up to its claim of long-wear. My lipstick stayed in place even after drinking a coffee!
  • The lipstick feels quite moisturizing upon initial application
  • The colour is rich and pigmented, so it packs a nice punch and a little goes a long way!
  • Red Muse is a truly unique shade, in my humble opinion ;)
  • The luxe packaging makes this truly a high-end treat!

Cons:
  • Very pricey- even though the formula is great, this is definitely a splurge
  • My lips felt somewhat dry as the day progressed, which leads me to believe that the moisture-rich effects of the formula are not as long-lasting as the colour.

Overall I am very happy with this lipstick so far! The shade (not quite red, not quite fuchsia) is like no other in my stash, and the comfortable long-wear formula is a pleasure. Red Muse is just one of over 30 shades in the Rouge Dior line- so there will certainly be a hue for everyone if you're willing to take the price plunge!

Thanks for reading :)

3 comments:

  1. I can`t Find it anymore!!! Do you know where I can buy the DIOR 444?
    terryfaessler@bluewin.ch

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    1. Hi there! I'm actually having a hard time finding it as well... perhaps it's been discontinued? That would be a shame, as it's a great colour! I did find this link, where some online shops still seem to be selling it:

      http://www.myshopping.com.au/ZM--1212925142_Christian_Dior_Rouge_Dior_Voluptuous_Care_Lipcolor_No_444_Red_Muse_3_5g_Make_Up

      Hope this is helpful!

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  2. this is my favorite lipstick ever of all time. I think it looks great on you, love your big brown eyes!

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