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Rich, Red and Opaque, Laura Mercier Lip Lacquer in Laque Rouge Is Red-dy for Action

November 22nd, 2012 by Karen 23 Comments

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Wearing the new Laura Mercier Lip Lacquer in Laque Rouge ($22)

Red hot mama or not, Laura Mercier’s new $22 Lip Lacquer in Laque Rouge, from the new Art Deco Muse Collection, is not a lipgloss I’d want to wear on the dance floor while Bizarre Love Triangle pulses over loudspeakers.

No, it is not ideal for such situations — like when you’re shaking your groove thang and that cute boy across the room makes goo-goo eyes at you…

(You know what I’m talking about.)

There are better lip products for times like that, like perhaps sheerer products, like good ol’ MAC Big Baby and Ample Pink.

Limited edition Laque Rouge is so rich, red and opaque that a lip liner and a steady hand are practically required.

Normally, my lazy side would say, “pish-tosh!” to something like that. “I’ll pass.” But Laque Rouge forces me to reconsider. It’s one of the shiniest, most intense fire-engine reds I’ve even seen, and wearing it makes me feel like a (short, Filipino) ’40s screen siren.

What is it?

A full-coverage, intensely pigmented lipgloss with a lacquer-like finish.

What’s the texture like?

The medium-weight formula feels a little sticky, but comfortable, and it applies evenly without streaking.

Is it moisturizing?

Very! My parched pout had a few flakes before I put it on the other day, and after a few hours, my lips felt about a million times better, softer and satiated. I also like that the formula doesn’t emphasize every little crack or flake.

What’s the taste/scent situation?

Non existent, because it has neither.

And how about wear time?

I get anywhere from 4-6 hours per application (less if I’m sipping or snacking).

Is it similar to any other products?

Are you familiar with Hourglass Extreme Sheen High Shine Lip Gloss in Icon or MAC Extreme Sheen in Drive By Love? — because it reminds me of both of those, and other pigmented, high-shine glosses.

Anything else I should know?

Yay for the easy-to-use doe-foot applicator! For a super precise look, though, you might also want a lip brush for getting into corners, and for your cupid’s bow.

One more thing — Laque Rouge seems to lean a little warm on me and has yellow undertones, so it might not be a great fit if you prefer your reds with a blue base. If that’s the case, MAC Russian Red Lipglass might be a better choice.

Laura Mercier Lip Lacquer in Laque Rouge
Laura Mercier Lip Lacquer in Laque Rouge

Laura Mercier Lip Lacquer in Laque Rouge

PRICE: $22
AVAILABILITY: Available now on counters and also online
MAKEUP AND BEAUTY BLOG RATING: A-

Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,

Karen

P.S. Hope your Thanksgiving is going well! So far, so good out here. We just finished eating and watching football. 🙂

Rich, Red and Opaque, Laura Mercier Lip Lacquer in Laque Rouge Is Red-dy for Action / Originally published November 22nd, 2012

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  1. Paris B says

    November 22nd, 2012 at 6:22 pm

    I saw this a while ago and had forgotten. Thanks for reminding me, I do think I want to check this one out! 😀 Looks gorgeous on you.
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    • Karen says

      November 23rd, 2012 at 9:10 am

      Hi Paris,

      You’re welcome! Hope you get a chance to give it a go soon.

      Reply
  2. Sunny says

    November 22nd, 2012 at 6:31 pm

    Ahh I’m really not a gloss girl, but I keep thinking I need a red lipgloss just like this one! So adorable! You look GREAT!
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    • Karen says

      November 23rd, 2012 at 9:09 am

      Hi Sunny,

      Thanks!

      Reply
  3. Teri says

    November 22nd, 2012 at 6:32 pm

    Great! Another red to add on the wishlist, haha :). I really love the moisturising part, I need this so badly now!

    Reply
    • Karen says

      November 23rd, 2012 at 9:09 am

      Hi Teri,

      Me too. It’s that time of year again…

      Reply
  4. Lorraine ER says

    November 22nd, 2012 at 7:10 pm

    OOh, want! It looks great on you but I don’t know if it’s too warm for me.

    Completely off-topic to this post, but not your blog-
    http://www.dailyfancies.net/

    Don’t know if you’ve seen that yet in your cat-related web surfing or not!

    Reply
    • Karen says

      November 23rd, 2012 at 9:09 am

      Hi Lorraine,

      How fun! Thank you for sharing that site. 🙂 Mrrrow!

      Reply
  5. Paddychat says

    November 22nd, 2012 at 11:34 pm

    Just perfect colour ! I love that kind of warm red (pinky red but warm !).
    Bon week end !

    Reply
    • Karen says

      November 23rd, 2012 at 9:08 am

      Hi Paddychat,

      Me too. It’s so wearable. 🙂 Have a great weekend!

      Reply
  6. Becca @ The Beauty Sample says

    November 23rd, 2012 at 2:21 am

    Whoa–that stuff is seriously pigmented! Lacquer really is the right word for it 😛 Looks amazing though!
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    • Karen says

      November 23rd, 2012 at 9:08 am

      Hi Becca,

      It’s pretty amazing!

      Reply
  7. Marla says

    November 23rd, 2012 at 2:46 am

    I am not a gloss girl either but that one is tempting me. Not a huge fan of red but I’ll have to see what other colors it comes in.

    Reply
    • Karen says

      November 23rd, 2012 at 9:08 am

      Hi Marla,

      It’s a neat product. I think you’ll like it!

      Reply
  8. Melissa says

    November 23rd, 2012 at 6:38 am

    Whoa! That’s gorgeously pigmented! I know you said it lasted for 4-6 hours, but did it bleed or anything like that?
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    Reply
    • Karen says

      November 23rd, 2012 at 9:07 am

      Hi Melissa,

      Not really. If I’m careful about not rubbing my lips together, the color doesn’t run.

      Reply
  9. Rae // theNotice says

    November 23rd, 2012 at 9:16 am

    This is beautiful, Karen! I love a good blue-red lipgloss, but here’s to hoping there’s room in my collection for a warm red, too 😉 The formula and pigmentation of this one make it sound too good to pass up!
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    Reply
  10. Lisa says

    November 23rd, 2012 at 12:45 pm

    Hi Karen.
    Though I am not really into black friday shopping, my girls and I are
    going out to do a bit of makeup shopping. Perfect way to treat ourselves!

    Reply
  11. Chelsea says

    November 23rd, 2012 at 12:54 pm

    Gorgeous! Not something I’d wear super often (not really a gloss gal) but it’s beautiful on you!

    Reply
  12. Bella says

    November 23rd, 2012 at 11:01 pm

    We agree! love the pinky warm hues!
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  13. Carina says

    November 25th, 2012 at 8:09 am

    That last picture is just beautiful, Karen. <3

    Reply
  14. IndianGlamPrincess says

    November 26th, 2012 at 5:07 am

    Omg, this red colour suits you so well, Karen!! xo

    Reply
  15. JC says

    November 26th, 2012 at 11:13 am

    Oh that swatch! So pretty!!!
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