Nudus Ruby Rose vs Smashbox FIRST TIME
Nudus Ruby Rose and Smashbox FIRST TIME are virtually identical (ΔE 1.1); in lightness, saturation and warmth they are nearly indistinguishable.
Colour values
| Nudus Ruby Rose | Smashbox FIRST TIME | |
|---|---|---|
| Hex | #8B383D | #8A3C3F |
| L* | 35.31 | 35.98 |
| a* | 35.81 | 33.55 |
| b* | 14.97 | 14.56 |
| Chroma | 38.81 | 36.58 |
| Hue angle | 22.68° | 23.46° |
| Undertone | Cool | Cool |
| Depth | Medium-deep | Medium-deep |
| Colour family | Red | Red |
| Finish | Satin | Matte |
What the numbers mean: ΔE 1.1 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 0.7 and chroma by 2.2; the hue angles are 0.8° 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 Nudus Ruby Rose works with cool and neutral undertones; its medium-deep depth sits most naturally on medium, tan and deep skin.
Colour theory suggests Smashbox FIRST TIME works with cool and neutral undertones; its medium-deep depth sits most naturally on medium, tan and deep skin.
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