IMAN Black Brandy vs NYX Bruised
IMAN Black Brandy and NYX Bruised are virtually identical (ΔE 1.2); in lightness, saturation and warmth they are nearly indistinguishable.
Colour values
| IMAN Black Brandy | NYX Bruised | |
|---|---|---|
| Hex | #52182C | #4D182A |
| L* | 18.49 | 17.45 |
| a* | 28.94 | 26.85 |
| b* | 1.40 | 1.20 |
| Chroma | 28.98 | 26.88 |
| Hue angle | 2.77° | 2.55° |
| Undertone | Cool | Cool |
| Depth | Deep | Deep |
| Colour family | Mauve | Mauve |
| Finish | Matte | Satin |
What the numbers mean: ΔE 1.2 is in the “virtually identical” band (up to 2.0, a difference that is hard to see even side by side). Lightness (L*) differs by 1.0 and chroma by 2.1; the hue angles are 0.2° apart. None of these differences is large enough to name a direction, so the two read alike in lightness, saturation and warmth.
Who they suit
Colour theory suggests IMAN Black Brandy works with cool and neutral undertones; its deep depth sits most naturally on medium, tan and deep skin.
Colour theory suggests NYX Bruised works with cool and neutral undertones; its deep depth sits most naturally on medium, tan and deep skin.
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