Black Rouge Double Layer Over Velvet 3 DL16 Rose Quartz

Unlike a standard lip tint that applies one formula, the Double Layer Over Velvet 3 works in two phases simultaneously: a nourishing base layer of hyaluronic acid, sweet almond oil, and sea buckthorn extract conditions the lips while a velvet colour layer delivers rich pigmentation on top. You get colour and lip care in a single stroke, without needing a separate balm underneath

DL16 Rose Quartz is an MLBB shade — "My Lips But Better." It's a dry, dusty pink that enhances your natural lip colour rather than transforming it. On medium to light skin tones it reads as a polished, elegant everyday pink. It's one of the most wearable shades in the Ver. 3 range — low-effort, high-finish, suitable for both no-makeup looks and more put-together ones.

The formula contains three active nourishing ingredients: hyaluronic acid, which draws moisture to the lips and prevents the drying effect common in matte lip products; sweet almond oil, which softens and conditions lip texture; and Hippophae Rhamnoides (sea buckthorn) fruit extract, which is rich in vitamins and fatty acids that support lip repair and suppleness. These sit in the base layer beneath the velvet colour coat.

Yes — this is the specific problem the double-layer formula was built to solve. Most matte lip products feel comfortable initially but dry out lips within a few hours. The base layer of hyaluronic acid and sweet almond oil keeps moisture locked in throughout wear. The finish stays velvet matte on the surface while the lips themselves remain hydrated underneath. It's suitable for people who love matte but have struggled with dryness.

Apply from the centre of the lips outward using the included brush applicator, working in one even pass. The dual-layer formula separates on contact with the lips — you don't need to do anything differently to activate both layers. For a gradient look, apply only to the inner portion of the lips and blend outward with your fingertip before it sets. Layering a second coat intensifies the colour without compromising the velvet texture.

The key difference is the mechanism. Ver. 3 features an explicit two-phase formula — a skincare base layer and a colour layer — making it the better choice if lip nourishment is a priority alongside colour. Ver. 4 refined the texture toward an even softer matte finish and more intense pigmentation, with less emphasis on the skincare base. If you want the lip-balm-replacement experience, Ver. 3. If you want maximum colour impact with comfortable wear, Ver. 4.

The Ver. 3 "Jewelry" collection includes seven shades: DL15 Amber Carat (warm amber), DL16 Rose Quartz (dusty MLBB pink), DL17 Red Sapphire (crimson with pink shimmer), DL18 Vintage Ruby (warm classic red), DL19 Cognac Dia (smoky red-brown), DL20 Amethyst (plum purple), and DL21 Brick Jasper (brick brown with a soft white sheen). Each shade name references a gemstone, consistent with the collection's jewellery packaging aesthetic.

It's one of the better matte lip options for dry lips, specifically because of the hyaluronic acid and sweet almond oil in the base layer. The formula was designed so that the nourishing base compensates for the drying tendency of matte pigments. For very sensitive or severely chapped lips, apply a thin layer of balm and allow it to absorb fully before application — the colour will still adhere cleanly and the texture will remain true.