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NYX Merlot

NYX Merlot is a cool-toned red lipstick in a matte finish (full, flat colour with no shine), hex #E75268. It sits in the medium range and suits cool and neutral undertones.

Colour values

Hex #E75268
RGB 231, 82, 104
L* 56.12
a* 59.02
b* 19.45
Chroma 62.15
Hue angle 18.24°
Undertone Cool
Depth Medium
Colour family Red
Saturation Vivid
Finish Matte: full, flat colour with no shine
Brand NYX
Viola id lip-1120
Last verified 2026-10-24

Who it suits

Colour theory suggests NYX Merlot works with cool and neutral undertones.

Its medium depth sits most naturally on fair, light, medium, tan and deep skin.

A matte finish shows Merlot's full, flat colour with no shine, so it reads on the lips very close to its hex.

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