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LiquiLUST: Legendary Wear Matte Lipstick Elson 4 dupes and alternatives Pat McGrath Labs

Red · Cool · Medium

Closest shade match is the equivalent shade, scored on colour, depth, undertone and colour family only. Closest overall alternative is the most similar lipstick overall: shade match 60%, finish and visual result 20%, wear and performance 15%, comfort and suitability 5%.

Closest shade matchClosest overall alternative: Sephora Collection Cream Lip Stain 10HR Liquid Lipstick 127 Frozen Pomegranate

The equivalent shade and the most similar lipstick overall.

Your shade
Pat McGrath Labs
Elson 4Change shade
Colour family, undertone and depth: Red · Cool · Medium
Finish and opacity: Matte · Opaque
The match
Sephora Collection
127 Frozen Pomegranate
Colour family, undertone and depth: Red · Cool · Medium
Finish and opacity: Matte · Opaque
Overall match
97out of 100
Shade (Shade match)
96
Finish (Finish & visual result)
100
Wear (Wear & performance)
94
Comfort (Comfort & suitability)
100
Shade match
96out of 100
Colour
93
Depth
100
Undertone (Undertone and colour family)
100
High confidence· Digital matchWhy it matches
Best price
$16SephoraSephora
$18 less (53%)

Your shade $34 at Sephora

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Overall alternativesShade matchesRanked by the overall match: the most similar lipstick on shade, finish, wear and comfort together. Each row leads with its overall match; the shade match is beneath it.

Ranked by the overall match: the most similar lipstick on shade, finish, wear and comfort together. Each row leads with its overall match; the shade match is beneath it.

  1. #2 · Revlon

    Super Lustrous Ultra Lipstick

    Heatwave
    Shade match 92
    $15.99Ulta BeautyUlta Beauty$18.01 less (53%)

    Matches: Very close colourSame cool undertoneSame opacity: opaque

    Differences: Long-wearing rather than 12-hour wear (longevity)

    Score details
    Shade match
    92
    Finish & visual result
    100
    Wear & performance
    82
    Comfort & suitability
    100

    Very close colour · Opaque

    Ingredients (not scored): 5% ingredient overlap

    Differences: Long-wearing rather than 12-hour wear (longevity)

    High confidence· Digital match

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  2. #3 · MAC Cosmetics

    M·A·Cximal Silky Matte Lipstick

    Ring The Alarm
    Shade match 93
    $25Ulta BeautyUlta Beauty(product price)$9 less (26%)

    Matches: Near-identical swatch colourSame finish: matteSame opacity: opaque

    Differences: Neutral rather than cool undertoneDoes not claim transfer resistance

    Score details
    Shade match
    93
    Finish & visual result
    100
    Wear & performance
    76
    Comfort & suitability
    100

    Looks identical · Matte · Opaque

    Ingredients (not scored): 3% ingredient overlap

    Differences: Neutral rather than cool undertone · Does not claim transfer resistance

    Retailer shade note: milky pink red

    High confidence· Digital match

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  3. #4 · MAC Cosmetics

    Powder Kiss Hazy Matte Lipstick

    Ruby New
    Shade match 89
    $27Ulta BeautyUlta Beauty(product price)$7 less (21%)

    Matches: Same cool undertoneSame finish: matteBoth claim transfer resistance

    Differences: Buildable rather than opaque (opacity)

    Score details
    Shade match
    89
    Finish & visual result
    84
    Wear & performance
    94
    Comfort & suitability
    100

    Close colour · Matte · Buildable

    Ingredients (not scored): 13% ingredient overlap

    Differences: Buildable rather than opaque (opacity)

    Retailer shade note: vivid blue red

    High confidence· Digital match

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  4. #5 · MAC Cosmetics

    M·A·Cximal Silky Matte Lipstick

    Forever Curious
    Shade match 89
    $25Ulta BeautyUlta Beauty(product price)$9 less (26%)

    Matches: Very close colourSame finish: matteSame opacity: opaque

    Differences: Neutral rather than cool undertoneDoes not claim transfer resistance

    Score details
    Shade match
    89
    Finish & visual result
    100
    Wear & performance
    76
    Comfort & suitability
    100

    Very close colour · Matte · Opaque

    Ingredients (not scored): 3% ingredient overlap

    Differences: Neutral rather than cool undertone · Does not claim transfer resistance

    Retailer shade note: pinky red

    High confidence· Digital match

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  5. #6 · MAC Cosmetics

    Powder Kiss Liquid Lip & Cheek Mousse

    Ruby Boo
    Shade match 95
    $27Ulta BeautyUlta Beauty(product price)$7 less (21%)

    Matches: Very close colourSame cool undertoneSame finish: matte

    Differences: Buildable rather than opaque (opacity)Does not claim transfer resistance

    Score details
    Shade match
    95
    Finish & visual result
    84
    Wear & performance
    70
    Comfort & suitability
    100

    Very close colour · Matte · Buildable

    Ingredients (not scored): 11% ingredient overlap

    Differences: Buildable rather than opaque (opacity) · Does not claim transfer resistance

    Retailer shade note: vivid blue red

    High confidence· Digital match

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  6. #7 · L'Oréal Paris

    Colour Riche Intense Volume Matte Lipstick

    300 Le Rouge Paris
    Shade match 87
    $13.99Ulta BeautyUlta Beauty(product price)$20.01 less (59%)

    Matches: Same cool undertoneSame finish: matteBoth claim transfer resistance

    Differences: Does not claim hydration

    Score details
    Shade match
    87
    Finish & visual result
    100
    Wear & performance
    88
    Comfort & suitability
    70

    Close colour · Matte

    Ingredients (not scored): 6% ingredient overlap

    Differences: Does not claim hydration

    Retailer shade note: medium blue red

    High confidence· Digital match

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  7. #8 · Valentino

    Liquirosso 2 in 1 Soft Matte Liquid Lipstick & Blush

    22A - Rosso Valentino
    Shade match 92
    $40SephoraSephoraCosts $6 more

    Matches: Very close colourSame cool undertoneSame finish: matte

    Differences: Buildable rather than opaque (opacity)Does not claim transfer resistance

    Score details
    Shade match
    92
    Finish & visual result
    84
    Wear & performance
    76
    Comfort & suitability
    100

    Very close colour · Matte · Buildable

    Ingredients (not scored): 12% ingredient overlap

    Differences: Buildable rather than opaque (opacity) · Does not claim transfer resistance

    Retailer shade note: poppy red

    High confidence· Digital match

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  8. #9 · Sephora Collection

    Cream Lip Stain 10HR Liquid Lipstick

    129 Risky Red
    Shade match 82
    $16SephoraSephora$18 less (53%)

    Matches: Same cool undertoneSame finish: matteSame opacity: opaque

    Differences: Deeper

    Score details
    Shade match
    82
    Finish & visual result
    100
    Wear & performance
    94
    Comfort & suitability
    100

    Close colour · Matte · Opaque

    Ingredients (not scored): 20% ingredient overlap

    Differences: Deeper

    Retailer shade note: matte cool tone red

    High confidence· Digital match

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  9. #10 · ILIA

    Lip Sketch Hydrating Crayon

    Case Study
    Shade match 84
    $27SephoraSephora$7 less (21%)

    Matches: Same finish: matteSame longevity: 12-hour wearBoth claim comfort

    Differences: Neutral rather than cool undertoneDoes not claim transfer resistance

    Score details
    Shade match
    84
    Finish & visual result
    100
    Wear & performance
    76
    Comfort & suitability
    100

    Close colour · Matte

    Ingredients (not scored): 11% ingredient overlap

    Differences: Neutral rather than cool undertone · Does not claim transfer resistance

    Retailer shade note: Classic Red

    High confidence· Digital match

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  10. #11 · Sephora Collection

    Cream Lip Stain 10HR Liquid Lipstick

    01 Always Red
    Shade match 77
    $16SephoraSephora$18 less (53%)

    Matches: Same finish: matteSame opacity: opaqueBoth claim transfer resistance

    Differences: Neutral rather than cool undertone

    Score details
    Shade match
    77
    Finish & visual result
    100
    Wear & performance
    94
    Comfort & suitability
    100

    Close colour · Matte · Opaque

    Ingredients (not scored): 20% ingredient overlap

    Differences: Neutral rather than cool undertone

    Retailer shade note: matte classic red

    High confidence· Digital match

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  11. #12 · L'Oréal Paris

    Colour Riche Original Satin Lipstick

    Red Passion
    Shade match 94
    $12.49Ulta BeautyUlta Beauty(product price)$21.51 less (63%)

    Matches: Very close colourSame cool undertoneBoth claim transfer resistance

    Differences: Not listed rather than 12-hour wear (longevity)Does not claim comfort

    Score details
    Shade match
    94
    Finish & visual result
    78
    Wear & performance
    64
    Comfort & suitability
    70

    Very close colour · Satin

    Ingredients (not scored): 4% ingredient overlap

    Differences: Not listed rather than 12-hour wear (longevity) · Does not claim comfort

    Retailer shade note: intense blue red

    High confidence· Digital match

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  12. #13 · Dior

    Rouge Dior Lipstick

    818 Beloved
    Shade match 84
    $50SephoraSephoraCosts $16 more

    Matches: Same opacity: opaqueSame longevity: 12-hour wearBoth claim comfort

    Differences: Neutral rather than cool undertoneDoes not claim transfer resistance

    Score details
    Shade match
    84
    Finish & visual result
    88
    Wear & performance
    76
    Comfort & suitability
    100

    Close colour · Satin · Opaque

    Ingredients (not scored): 2% ingredient overlap

    Differences: Neutral rather than cool undertone · Does not claim transfer resistance

    Retailer shade note: a deep brownish red

    High confidence· Digital match

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  13. #14 · Valentino

    Spike Valentino Buttery Matte Lipstick

    Fire Red
    Shade match 94
    $48SephoraSephoraCosts $14 more

    Matches: Very close colourSame cool undertoneSame finish: matte

    Differences: Sheer rather than opaque (opacity)Does not claim transfer resistanceDoes not claim comfort

    Score details
    Shade match
    94
    Finish & visual result
    69
    Wear & performance
    70
    Comfort & suitability
    70

    Very close colour · Matte · Sheer

    Ingredients (not scored): 4% ingredient overlap

    Differences: Sheer rather than opaque (opacity) · Does not claim transfer resistance · Does not claim comfort

    Retailer shade note: perfect blue-toned red

    High confidence· Digital match

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  14. #15 · Gucci

    Velvet Matte Lipstick

    25* Goldie Red
    Shade match 78
    $49SephoraSephoraCosts $15 more

    Matches: Same finish: matteSame opacity: opaqueBoth claim transfer resistance

    Differences: Neutral rather than cool undertoneLong-wearing rather than 12-hour wear (longevity)

    Score details
    Shade match
    78
    Finish & visual result
    100
    Wear & performance
    82
    Comfort & suitability
    100

    Close colour · Matte · Opaque

    Ingredients (not scored): 7% ingredient overlap

    Differences: Neutral rather than cool undertone · Long-wearing rather than 12-hour wear (longevity)

    Retailer shade note: the gucci red matte

    High confidence· Digital match

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  15. #16 · Charlotte Tilbury

    Airbrush Flawless Matte Lip Blur Liquid Lipstick

    Ruby Blur
    Shade match 89
    $37SephoraSephoraCosts $3 more

    Matches: Same cool undertoneSame finish: matteBoth claim comfort

    Differences: 24-hour wear rather than 12-hour wear (longevity)Does not claim transfer resistance

    Score details
    Shade match
    89
    Finish & visual result
    100
    Wear & performance
    37
    Comfort & suitability
    100

    Close colour · Matte

    Ingredients (not scored): 7% ingredient overlap

    Differences: 24-hour wear rather than 12-hour wear (longevity) · Does not claim transfer resistance

    Retailer shade note: ruby red

    High confidence· Digital match

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  16. #17 · Charlotte Tilbury

    Matte Revolution Hydrating Lipstick

    Hollywood Vixen
    Shade match 88
    $37SephoraSephoraCosts $3 more

    Matches: Same cool undertoneSame finish: matteBoth claim hydration

    Differences: Buildable rather than opaque (opacity)Does not claim transfer resistanceDoes not claim comfort

    Score details
    Shade match
    88
    Finish & visual result
    84
    Wear & performance
    70
    Comfort & suitability
    70

    Close colour · Matte · Buildable

    Ingredients (not scored): 7% ingredient overlap

    Differences: Buildable rather than opaque (opacity) · Does not claim transfer resistance · Does not claim comfort

    Retailer shade note: a classic, bright, blue-red for a hollywood star pout

    High confidence· Digital match

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  17. #18 · MAC Cosmetics

    Locked Kiss Ink Lipstick

    Most Curious
    Shade match 82
    $35Ulta BeautyUlta BeautyCosts $1 more

    Matches: Very close colourSame cool undertoneSame finish: matte

    Differences: Nude rather than red24-hour wear rather than 12-hour wear (longevity)

    Score details
    Shade match
    82
    Finish & visual result
    100
    Wear & performance
    61
    Comfort & suitability
    100

    Very close colour · Matte · Opaque

    Ingredients (not scored): 21% ingredient overlap

    Differences: Nude rather than red · 24-hour wear rather than 12-hour wear (longevity)

    Retailer shade note: light rose nude

    Medium confidence· Digital match

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  18. #19 · Revlon

    ColorStay Overtime Lipcolor

    Non Stop Cherry
    Shade match 77
    $14.49CVSCVS$19.51 less (57%)

    Matches: Same opacity: opaqueBoth claim transfer resistanceBoth claim hydration

    Differences: Warm rather than cool undertoneDoes not claim comfort

    Score details
    Shade match
    77
    Finish & visual result
    100
    Wear & performance
    88
    Comfort & suitability
    70

    Close colour · Opaque

    Ingredients (not scored): 17% ingredient overlap

    Differences: Warm rather than cool undertone · Does not claim comfort

    High confidence· Digital match

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  19. #20 · MAC Cosmetics

    Retro Matte Liquid Lipstick

    Dance With Me
    Shade match 82
    $27Ulta BeautyUlta Beauty$7 less (21%)

    Matches: Same cool undertoneSame finish: matteBoth claim hydration

    Differences: DeeperDoes not claim transfer resistanceDoes not claim comfort

    Score details
    Shade match
    82
    Finish & visual result
    100
    Wear & performance
    64
    Comfort & suitability
    70

    Close colour · Matte

    Ingredients (not scored): 30% ingredient overlap

    Differences: Deeper · Does not claim transfer resistance · Does not claim comfort

    Retailer shade note: deep cranberry red

    High confidence· Digital match

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  20. #21 · MAC Cosmetics

    Powder Kiss Hazy Matte Lipstick

    Dubonnet Buzz
    Shade match 76
    $27Ulta BeautyUlta Beauty(product price)$7 less (21%)

    Matches: Same finish: matteBoth claim transfer resistanceBoth claim comfort

    Differences: DeeperNeutral rather than cool undertoneBuildable rather than opaque (opacity)

    Score details
    Shade match
    76
    Finish & visual result
    84
    Wear & performance
    94
    Comfort & suitability
    100

    Close colour · Matte · Buildable

    Ingredients (not scored): 13% ingredient overlap

    Differences: Deeper · Neutral rather than cool undertone · Buildable rather than opaque (opacity)

    Retailer shade note: deep brown red

    High confidence· Digital match

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  21. #22 · MAC Cosmetics

    Locked Kiss Ink Lipstick

    Upgraded
    Shade match 79
    $35Ulta BeautyUlta BeautyCosts $1 more

    Matches: Very close colourSame cool undertoneSame finish: matte

    Differences: Mauve rather than red24-hour wear rather than 12-hour wear (longevity)

    Score details
    Shade match
    79
    Finish & visual result
    100
    Wear & performance
    61
    Comfort & suitability
    100

    Very close colour · Matte · Opaque

    Ingredients (not scored): 21% ingredient overlap

    Differences: Mauve rather than red · 24-hour wear rather than 12-hour wear (longevity)

    Retailer shade note: light lavender mauve

    High confidence· Digital match

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  22. #23 · Jane Iredale

    ColorLuxe Hydrating Cream Lipstick

    Candy Apple
    Shade match 87
    $35Ulta BeautyUlta BeautyCosts $1 more

    Matches: Same cool undertoneSame opacity: opaqueBoth claim comfort

    Differences: Not listed rather than 12-hour wear (longevity)Does not claim transfer resistance

    Score details
    Shade match
    87
    Finish & visual result
    88
    Wear & performance
    40
    Comfort & suitability
    100

    Close colour · Satin · Opaque

    Ingredients (not scored): 0% ingredient overlap

    Differences: Not listed rather than 12-hour wear (longevity) · Does not claim transfer resistance

    Retailer shade note: cool medium-dark red

    High confidence· Digital match

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  23. #24 · Charlotte Tilbury

    Matte Revolution Hydrating Lipstick

    Cinematic Red
    Shade match 83
    $37SephoraSephoraCosts $3 more

    Matches: Same cool undertoneSame finish: matteBoth claim hydration

    Differences: Buildable rather than opaque (opacity)Does not claim transfer resistanceDoes not claim comfort

    Score details
    Shade match
    83
    Finish & visual result
    84
    Wear & performance
    70
    Comfort & suitability
    70

    Close colour · Matte · Buildable

    Ingredients (not scored): 7% ingredient overlap

    Differences: Buildable rather than opaque (opacity) · Does not claim transfer resistance · Does not claim comfort

    Retailer shade note: a cool, deep cherry red for cinematic lips

    Medium confidence· Digital match

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  24. #25 · Dior

    Rouge Dior Lipstick

    866 Together
    Shade match 78
    $50Ulta BeautyUlta Beauty(product price)Costs $16 more

    Matches: Very close colourSame cool undertoneSame opacity: opaque

    Differences: Brown rather than redDoes not claim transfer resistance

    Score details
    Shade match
    78
    Finish & visual result
    88
    Wear & performance
    76
    Comfort & suitability
    100

    Very close colour · Satin · Opaque

    Ingredients (not scored): 2% ingredient overlap

    Differences: Brown rather than red · Does not claim transfer resistance

    Retailer shade note: a deep reddish brown

    High confidence· Digital match

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  25. #26 · Revlon

    ColorStay Overtime Lipcolor

    Stay Currant
    Shade match 72
    $14.49CVSCVS$19.51 less (57%)

    Matches: Very close colourSame opacity: opaqueBoth claim transfer resistance

    Differences: Warm rather than cool undertonePlum rather than redDoes not claim comfort

    Score details
    Shade match
    72
    Finish & visual result
    100
    Wear & performance
    88
    Comfort & suitability
    70

    Very close colour · Opaque

    Ingredients (not scored): 17% ingredient overlap

    Differences: Warm rather than cool undertone · Plum rather than red · Does not claim comfort

    Medium confidence· Digital match

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  26. #27 · Dior

    Rouge Dior Lipstick

    769 Rouge Ardent
    Shade match 76
    $50Ulta BeautyUlta Beauty(product price)Costs $16 more

    Matches: Same opacity: opaqueSame longevity: 12-hour wearBoth claim comfort

    Differences: DeeperNeutral rather than cool undertoneDoes not claim transfer resistance

    Score details
    Shade match
    76
    Finish & visual result
    88
    Wear & performance
    76
    Comfort & suitability
    100

    Close colour · Satin · Opaque

    Ingredients (not scored): 2% ingredient overlap

    Differences: Deeper · Neutral rather than cool undertone · Does not claim transfer resistance

    Retailer shade note: a deep red

    High confidence· Digital match

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  27. #28 · L'Oréal Paris

    Colour Riche Original Satin Lipstick

    True Red
    Shade match 85
    $12.49Ulta BeautyUlta Beauty(product price)$21.51 less (63%)

    Matches: Same cool undertoneBoth claim transfer resistanceBoth claim hydration

    Differences: Not listed rather than 12-hour wear (longevity)Does not claim comfort

    Score details
    Shade match
    85
    Finish & visual result
    78
    Wear & performance
    64
    Comfort & suitability
    70

    Close colour · Satin

    Ingredients (not scored): 4% ingredient overlap

    Differences: Not listed rather than 12-hour wear (longevity) · Does not claim comfort

    Retailer shade note: cool medium red

    Medium confidence· Digital match

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  28. #29 · Milani

    Color Fetish Matte Lipstick

    Poppy
    Shade match 81
    $11.99Ulta BeautyUlta Beauty$22.01 less (65%)

    Matches: Same finish: matteSame opacity: opaqueBoth claim comfort

    Differences: Neutral rather than cool undertoneNot listed rather than 12-hour wear (longevity)Does not claim transfer resistance

    Score details
    Shade match
    81
    Finish & visual result
    100
    Wear & performance
    40
    Comfort & suitability
    100

    Close colour · Matte · Opaque

    Ingredients (not scored): 5% ingredient overlap

    Differences: Neutral rather than cool undertone · Not listed rather than 12-hour wear (longevity) · Does not claim transfer resistance

    Retailer shade note: red

    High confidence· Digital match

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  29. #30 · NYX Professional Makeup

    Shine Loud High Shine Long-Lasting Liquid Lipstick

    Movie Maker
    Shade match 71
    $13Ulta BeautyUlta Beauty(product price)$21 less (62%)

    Matches: Same cool undertoneSame opacity: opaqueBoth claim transfer resistance

    Differences: Brown rather than redDoes not claim hydration

    Score details
    Shade match
    71
    Finish & visual result
    100
    Wear & performance
    88
    Comfort & suitability
    70

    Close colour · Opaque

    Ingredients (not scored): 10% ingredient overlap

    Differences: Brown rather than red · Does not claim hydration

    Retailer shade note: medium rosy brown

    Medium confidence· Digital match

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Why the closest match works

Sephora Collection Cream Lip Stain 10HR Liquid Lipstick in 127 Frozen Pomegranate, against Pat McGrath Labs LiquiLUST: Legendary Wear Matte Lipstick in Elson 4. Every attribute compared, with its share of the score.

ComparedYour shadeElson 4Closest match127 Frozen PomegranateScore
Shade match60% of overall96
Colour93#b3313c#ac3941Very close colourColour difference 1.8 (0 is identical)
Depth100MediumMediumSameDepth difference 0.1 on the 0–100 scale
Undertone100CoolCoolSameSame product undertone
Colour family100RedRedSameSame colour family
Finish & visual result20% of overall100
Finish100MatteMatteSameSame matte finish
Opacity100OpaqueOpaqueSameSame opaque opacity
Wear & performance15% of overall94
Longevity9012-hour wear10-hour wearClose10-hour wear claimed against 12-hour wear
Transfer resistance100ClaimedClaimedSameBoth products claim transfer resistance
Comfort & suitability5% of overall100
Comfort100ClaimedClaimedSameBoth products claim a comfortable feel
Hydration100ClaimedClaimedSameBoth products claim hydration
Overall match 97/100Shade match 96/100High confidence· Digital match

Weights are each part's share of the overall match and each attribute's share of its part; an attribute neither product lists is not comparable and its weight goes to the others in its part. Confidence reflects data quality, not similarity. Price and ingredients are not part of either score.

How scoring works

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To Sephora Collection Cream Lip Stain 10HR Liquid Lipstick in 127 Frozen Pomegranate.

Same or better

  • $18 less
  • Very close colour
  • Same cool undertone
  • Same finish: matte
  • Same opacity: opaque
  • Both claim transfer resistance
  • Both claim comfort
  • Both claim hydration

Description, format and ingredients (information only, not scored)

Weighted ingredient similarity 20%. Ingredients only affect results through the filters.

AttributeYour shadeClosest match
Shade descriptionvivid blue redmatte berry red
FormatLiquidLiquid
BaseSilicone-based, high siliconeSilicone-based, high silicone
FragranceNot listedListed (fragrance)
Drying alcoholNot listedNot listed
SPFNot listedNot listed

Where to buy 127 Frozen Pomegranate

Best price
$16SephoraSephora
$18 less (53%)

Your shade $34 at Sephora

How these matches are scored

30 similar shades scored two ways: the shade match on colour, depth, undertone and colour family; the overall match on shade match, finish and visual result, wear and performance and comfort and suitability. A pair with no swatch colour on one side or Low data confidence is listed without a score. Ingredients are shown for information and used by the filters only. Prices are shown next to every match and never change a score. How scoring and confidence work.

Shade colours are sampled from Beautler’s processing of retailer swatch images and are a digital approximation. Prices and stock were last checked when the product was imported; the retailer page is the source of truth.