If you're looking for a bright (non neon-y though) pink lipstick that's REALLY matte,
NARS Carthage could be the lipstick for you. This is my first tube from
NARS'
Pure Matte line, and I must say that it really deserves the name. It's so matte that it could be a little drying on my lips.
Carthage is an awesome color to wear, regardless of the season. It's a medium fuchsia shade, almost the same hue as
Girl About Town on me. It's really long wearing and pigmented.
NARS Carthage
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| NARS Pure Matte Lipstick in Carthage |
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| bright medium fuchsia |
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| Carthage |
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| swatch without flash |
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| swatch with flash |
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| when worn |
PROS: long wearing, matte, pigmented, packaging is sleek and easy to tote around, color is gorgeous
CONS: almost drying so I suggest a balm before applying it, quite pricey with a little less product compared to their semi-matte lipsticks (which are cheaper, btw)
VERDICT:
I will repurchase when I don't find something better.
Where To Buy:
NARS Carthage
1450php, NARS Counters
