Shiseido Bloodstone, Rose Crush, Red Queen Rouge Rouge Lipstick

Shiseido Rouge Rouge Lipstick

Shiseido Bloodstone (RD503) Rouge Rouge Lipstick ($28.00 for 0.14 oz.) is a deep red with subtle, warm undertones and fine, ruby red pearl. It had rich, opaque color payoff that applied beautifully–it yielded even, smooth coverage that didn’t emphasize lip lines. The texture was lightly creamy, smooth, and comfortable to apply and to wear. This shade wore well for seven hours on me, left behind a stain, and was moisturizing. NARS Shirley (P, $32.00) is darker (95% similar). MAC Dubonnet (P, $17.00) is warmer (90% similar). Bobbi Brown Red Velvet (P, $35.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar). YSL Black Red (71) (LE, $36.00) is warmer (90% similar). Too Faced Melted Velvet (P, $21.00) is brighter, warmer, glossier (90% similar). Urban Decay Bad Blood (P, $17.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar). See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Shiseido Rose Crush (RD715) Rouge Rouge Lipstick ($28.00 for 0.14 oz.) is a muted, medium-dark rosy plum with warm undertones and a creamy, lightly glossy finish. The consistency was smooth, creamy, and glided on without tugging on the lips, but it wasn’t too heavy or too thin, so it sat well on the lips and wore well. The formula yielded opaque coverage that lasted for five hours on me, and it was hydrating while worn. Bobbi Brown Soft Berry (P, $35.00) is warmer (95% similar). Bite Beauty Cortado (LE, $24.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar). Bite Beauty Rosewood (P, $28.00) is lighter (90% similar). Shiseido Red Queen (RD716) (P, $28.00) is cooler (90% similar). Buxom Hooligan (P, $21.00) is lighter, glossier (90% similar). MAC Finally Free (LE, $17.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar). Smashbox Cognac (P, $21.00) is more shimmery, warmer (85% similar). Urban Decay Strip (DC, $22.00) is lighter (85% similar). Chanel Ce Soir (DC, $34.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar). Colour Pop Marmalade (LE, $5.00) is lighter (85% similar). Tarte Praise (LE, $24.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar). Urban Decay Ravenswood (P, $17.00) is lighter, cooler (85% similar). Guerlain Avarice (P, $49.50) is lighter, warmer (85% similar). See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Shiseido Red Queen (RD716) Rouge Rouge Lipstick ($28.00 for 0.14 oz.) is a soft, medium-dark pinky-plum with warm undertones and a soft sheen. It is pinker (and cooler, as a result, but it still leaned warmer) compared to Rose Crush. It had nearly opaque pigmentation that applied with even, smooth coverage due to the lightweight, creamy (but not slippery!) consistency. This shade stayed on well for almost five hours and was moisturizing to wear. Chanel Ce Soir (DC, $34.00) is warmer (95% similar). Bite Beauty Cortado (LE, $24.00) is cooler (95% similar). Shiseido Rose Crush (RD715) (P, $28.00) is warmer (90% similar). Buxom Hooligan (P, $21.00) is lighter, warmer, glossier (90% similar). MAC Finally Free (LE, $17.00) is cooler (90% similar). Bite Beauty Rosewood (P, $28.00) is lighter (90% similar). Tarte Glaze (LE, $24.00) is lighter, more muted (90% similar). Chanel Suzanne (438) (P, $37.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar). Guerlain Gracia (P, $55.00) is warmer (85% similar). Urban Decay Ravenswood (P, $17.00) is lighter, cooler (85% similar). Tom Ford Collin (P, $35.00) is more shimmery, lighter (80% similar). See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

FORMULA OVERVIEW | Shiseido Rouge Rouge Lipstick ($28.00 for 0.14 oz.) is described as a vibrant, long-wearing, and hydrating lipstick available in 16 shades inspired by red. The pigmentation varied from semi-opaque to fully opaque with a lightweight, lightly creamy consistency that wasn’t too thin or too thick, so it sat well on the lips and made mine appear smoother. The colors applied evenly on the lips and didn’t drag as the texture is very smooth and emollient enough to have a soft sheen but not enough to slide around easily. The formula lasted anywhere from four to eight hours, which was nicely hydrating.