NYX Monte Carlo vs Somethinc Checkmatte Transferproof Lipstick - 12 Queen
NYX Monte Carlo and Somethinc Checkmatte Transferproof Lipstick - 12 Queen are virtually identical (ΔE 0.8); in lightness, saturation and warmth they are nearly indistinguishable.
Colour values
| NYX Monte Carlo | Somethinc Checkmatte Transferproof Lipstick - 12 Queen | |
|---|---|---|
| Hex | #9C0A2F | #9B1432 |
| L* | 32.90 | 33.35 |
| a* | 55.35 | 53.48 |
| b* | 21.46 | 20.03 |
| Chroma | 59.36 | 57.11 |
| Hue angle | 21.19° | 20.53° |
| Undertone | Cool | Cool |
| Depth | Deep | Deep |
| Colour family | Red | Red |
| Finish | Matte | Matte |
What the numbers mean: ΔE 0.8 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 0.5 and chroma by 2.3; the hue angles are 0.7° 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 NYX Monte Carlo works with cool and neutral undertones; its deep depth sits most naturally on medium, tan and deep skin.
Colour theory suggests Somethinc Checkmatte Transferproof Lipstick - 12 Queen works with cool and neutral undertones; its deep depth sits most naturally on medium, tan and deep skin.
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