The CHANEL Le Rouge Duo Ultra Tenue in Beige 188 is designed for those seeking a sophisticated, long-lasting lip look with high-shine impact. This innovative dual-ended product combines an intense liquid lip colour with a comfortable, shiny gloss, promising over 8 hours of wear. While it delivers exceptional longevity and shine, achieving the full effect requires a two-step application process.
Dual-Ended Design: Features a liquid lip colour on one end and a clear, high-shine gloss on the other for a complete lip look.
Ultra-Long Wear: Clinically evaluated to provide lasting mirror shine for over 8 hours after initial application, reducing the need for frequent touch-ups.
Intense Liquid Lip Colour: Delivers vibrant, opaque color in a single stroke, serving as the base for the lasting effect.
High-Shine Gloss: A comfortable top coat that enhances the liquid color with a brilliant, mirror-like finish, adding moisture and preventing dryness.
Beige 188 Shade: A versatile, elegant beige hue suitable for various occasions and skin tones.
Modern, Practical Format: Its convenient design makes it easy to carry and apply on the go.
Exceptional Longevity: Provides over 8 hours of wear without significant fading or smudging.
High-Impact Shine: The gloss component delivers a brilliant, mirror-like finish that lasts.
Intense Color Payoff: The liquid lip colour offers rich, saturated pigment.
Dual-Product Convenience: Combines color and shine in one portable tool.
Comfortable Wear: The gloss ensures lips feel hydrated and comfortable, counteracting the potential dryness of long-wear liquid lipsticks.
Two-Step Application: Requires applying the liquid color first, then the gloss, which might take slightly more time than a traditional lipstick.
Initial Drying Time: The liquid lip colour needs a moment to set before applying the gloss.
Potential for Gloss Reapplication: While the color lasts, some users might prefer to reapply the gloss for maximum shine throughout the day, depending on activities (e.g., eating, drinking).
Exceptional Longevity: Provides over 8 hours of wear without significant fading or smudging.
High-Impact Shine: The gloss component delivers a brilliant, mirror-like finish that lasts.
Intense Color Payoff: The liquid lip colour offers rich, saturated pigment.
Dual-Product Convenience: Combines color and shine in one portable tool.
Comfortable Wear: The gloss ensures lips feel hydrated and comfortable, counteracting the potential dryness of long-wear liquid lipsticks.
Two-Step Application: Requires applying the liquid color first, then the gloss, which might take slightly more time than a traditional lipstick.
Initial Drying Time: The liquid lip colour needs a moment to set before applying the gloss.
Potential for Gloss Reapplication: While the color lasts, some users might prefer to reapply the gloss for maximum shine throughout the day, depending on activities (e.g., eating, drinking).
The CHANEL Le Rouge Duo Ultra Tenue is engineered for impressive performance, particularly in terms of wear time and shine.
Prepare Lips: For the smoothest application, ensure your lips are clean and exfoliated. Apply a light lip balm beforehand if needed, blotting off any excess.
Apply Liquid Lip Colour:
Start by defining your lip line with the precise applicator.
Fill in your lips with an even layer of the intense liquid lip colour (the colored end).
Allow this layer to dry completely for a minute or two. This is crucial for the long-lasting effect. Avoid pressing your lips together during this drying time.
Apply Gloss: Once the liquid lip colour is dry, apply a generous layer of the transparent gloss (the clear end) over your entire lips. This seals the color, provides the mirror shine, and adds comfort.
Long-Lasting Wear: Expect the color to remain vibrant for over 8 hours, even through light meals and drinks. The clinical evaluation supports this claim. Oily foods may affect the wear time, particularly of the gloss.
High Shine Impact: The gloss provides a noticeable, brilliant shine that elevates the look. It feels comfortable and non-sticky.
Minimal Transfer: Once the liquid color has set and the gloss is applied, you'll experience minimal transfer, making it ideal for events where you want your lip color to stay put.
Everyday to Evening: The Beige 188 shade is versatile. It can be a sophisticated nude for daily wear or paired with a more dramatic eye look for evenings. Its longevity makes it perfect for long workdays, special occasions, or social events.
Reapplication: While the color itself is very durable, you might choose to reapply the clear gloss throughout the day to refresh the shine, especially after eating or drinking. This will not disturb the underlying color.
The product is ready for use immediately out of the packaging. No complex setup is required. Simply follow the two-step application process outlined in the 'Performance & Real-World Use' section.
Skin Tones: The Beige 188 shade is a versatile neutral that generally complements a wide range of skin tones. Consider your personal preferences and undertones when selecting shades.
Other Lip Products: For optimal performance and longevity, it's recommended to use the two components of the Le Rouge Duo Ultra Tenue together as designed. Mixing with other lipsticks or glosses might compromise its long-wear properties.
Sensitive Lips: If you have sensitive lips, it's always advisable to perform a patch test or consult product ingredients. The gloss is formulated to be comfortable.
Storage: Store the product in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to maintain its consistency and efficacy. Ensure both caps are securely closed after each use to prevent drying out.
Hygiene: Avoid sharing your lip product with others to maintain hygiene. If using directly from the applicator, keep the applicator clean by wiping it gently with a tissue after use if desired, though this is not strictly necessary with most liquid lip products.
Expiration: Observe the PAO (Period After Opening) symbol, typically a jar icon with a number followed by 'M' (e.g., 24M), indicating how many months the product is good for after opening.