NYX Temptress vs Smashbox MANIAC
NYX Temptress and Smashbox MANIAC are very close (ΔE 3.9); NYX Temptress is less saturated than Smashbox MANIAC.
Colour values
| NYX Temptress | Smashbox MANIAC | |
|---|---|---|
| Hex | #49142E | #540734 |
| L* | 16.08 | 16.92 |
| a* | 27.94 | 36.99 |
| b* | -3.79 | -6.59 |
| Chroma | 28.20 | 37.57 |
| Hue angle | 352.28° | 349.89° |
| Undertone | Cool | Cool |
| Depth | Deep | Deep |
| Colour family | Mauve | Berry |
| Finish | Satin | Matte |
What the numbers mean: ΔE 3.9 is in the “very close” band (from 3.5 to 5.0, a small difference that shows side by side). Lightness (L*) differs by 0.8 and chroma by 9.4; the hue angles are 2.4° apart. Taken together, NYX Temptress reads less saturated than Smashbox MANIAC.
Who they suit
Colour theory suggests NYX Temptress works with cool and neutral undertones; its deep depth sits most naturally on medium, tan and deep skin.
Colour theory suggests Smashbox MANIAC works with cool and neutral undertones; its deep depth sits most naturally on medium, tan and deep skin.
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