Beauty Care: October 2023

Tuesday, October 31, 2023

Guerlain Glittery Tiger Eyeshadow Quad Review & Swatches

Glittery Tiger

Guerlain Glittery Tiger Ombres G Quad Eyeshadow Palette ($85.00 for 0.2 oz.) is a new, limited edition holiday palette that included three more shimmery shades paired with a deeper, semi-matte finish shade. I felt like two of the three shimmers were not quite as impressive as most of the recent Guerlain quads have been, though they were still good! The matte had to be built up, but it was easy to do so and easy to blend.

Ingredients

Glittery Tiger

LELimited Edition. $85.00.

A-

Product

9.5

Pigmentation

Texture

Longevity

Application

92%

Total

Glittery Tiger #1

Glittery Tiger #1 is a medium-dark, emerald green with moderate, warm undertones and a smooth, pearly finish.

Opaque pigmentation in one layer
Slightly firmer feel, though not difficult to pick up; lightly emollient
Applied evenly and blended out well
Long-wearing (8.5 hours before fading)

FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

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ColourPop Facile (LE, $4.50).
Sydney Grace Mistletoe (DC, $8.00).
ColourPop Neverland (LE, $4.50).
Urban Decay Night Trip (LE, $19.00).
ColourPop 50-50 (PiP, $4.50).
Fenty Beauty Phat Pockets (LE, ).
Dior Night Bird #4 (LE, ).
By Beauty Bay Moss (LE, ).
Urban Decay Mildew (P, $26.00).
Anastasia C5 (Norvina Vol. 3) (LE, $12.00).

Formula Overview

The formula is supposed to have "intense pigments for long-lasting color" across four finishes: "intense satin," "deep matte," luminous metallic," and "radiant pearl." The majority of the shades were quite pigmented applied dry, but it seemed, by texture and look of the pan, to be a wet/dry formula to me, so I tried them damp as well. I didn't feel like using them dampened was necessary except for a few of the "radiant pearl" finish shades, which had more shimmer/sparkle.

The "deep matte" finish tended to have a firmer and more cream-like feel, so using a denser brush to pick up to apply and diffuse color was best, while the other finishes were more moderately-dense--firm but not stiff--and blended out well as they "melted" on my skin. The eyeshadows lasted around eight hours on me before showing signs of fading with a few getting closer to nine hours of wear.

Browse all of our Guerlain Ombres G Eyeshadow swatches.

Glittery Tiger #1

LELimited Edition.

Product

Pigmentation

Texture

Longevity

Application

93%

Total

Glittery Tiger #2

Glittery Tiger #2 is a deep purple with subtle, warm undertones and a semi-matte finish.

Semi-opaque pigmentation in one layer
Slightly firmer feel, though not difficult to pick up; lightly emollient
Applied evenly and blended out well
Long-wearing (8.5 hours before fading)

FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

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ColourPop Autumn Breeze (LE, $4.50).
ColourPop Dynamo (PiP, $4.50).
ColourPop Circuit (LE, $4.50).
ColourPop Echoes (PiP, $4.50).
Sydney Grace Redeemed (DC, $5.25).
Urban Decay Neo (LE, $19.00).
Anastasia Big Wig (LE, ).
Dior Pink Vibration #5 (LE, ).
ColourPop New Realm (LE, $4.50).
Tarte Still Life (LE, ).

Formula Overview

Browse all of our Guerlain Ombres G Eyeshadow swatches.

Glittery Tiger #2

LELimited Edition.

B+

8.5

Product

Pigmentation

8.5

Texture

8.5

Longevity

Application

88%

Total

Glittery Tiger #3

Glittery Tiger #3 is a bright, light-medium yellow-gold with moderate, warm undertones and a smooth, pearlescent sheen.

Opaque pigmentation in one layer
Slightly firmer feel, though not difficult to pick up; lightly emollient
Applied evenly and blended out well
Long-wearing (8.5 hours before fading)

FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

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ColourPop Student Body (LE, $6.00).
Dior Party in Colours #4 (LE, ).
ColourPop Take It Again (LE, $4.50).
ColourPop Sunburst (PiP, $4.50).
Coloured Raine Flashy (DC, $6.99).
Anastasia C2 (Norvina Vol. 1) (LE, $12.00).
Coloured Raine Spoiled (PiP, $6.99).
ColourPop Origami (P, $9.00).
Makeup by Mario Master Metallics #8 (PiP, ).
Anastasia Gold Bar (P, $12.00).

Formula Overview

Browse all of our Guerlain Ombres G Eyeshadow swatches.

Glittery Tiger #3

LELimited Edition.

A-

Product

Pigmentation

Texture

8.5

Longevity

Application

92%

Total

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Glittery Tiger #4

Glittery Tiger #4 is a light peach with moderate, warm undertones and a bright, metallic sheen.

Opaque pigmentation in one layer
Smooth, lightly creamy texture without being too thick
Applied evenly and blended out well
Long-wearing (8.5 hours before fading)

FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

Formula Overview

Browse all of our Guerlain Ombres G Eyeshadow swatches.

Glittery Tiger #4

LELimited Edition.

Product

Pigmentation

Texture

Longevity

Application

98%

Total

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Guerlain Glittery Tiger Ombres G Quad Eyeshadow Palette

Guerlain Glittery Tiger #1 Ombres G Eyeshadow

Guerlain Glittery Tiger #2 Ombres G Eyeshadow

Guerlain Glittery Tiger #3 Ombres G Eyeshadow

Guerlain Glittery Tiger #4 Ombres G Eyeshadow

Guerlain Glittery Tiger Ombres G Quad Eyeshadow Palette

Guerlain Glittery Tiger #1 Ombres G Eyeshadow

Guerlain Glittery Tiger #2 Ombres G Eyeshadow

Guerlain Glittery Tiger #3 Ombres G Eyeshadow

Guerlain Glittery Tiger #4 Ombres G Eyeshadow

source https://www.temptalia.com/guerlain-glittery-tiger-eyeshadow-quad-review-swatches/

Chanel Golden Beige Rouge Allure Laque Review & Swatches

Golden Beige (90)

Chanel Golden Beige (90) Rouge Allure Laque (2020) ($45.00 for 0.18 oz.) is a light-medium orange with moderate, warm undertones–balanced between red and yellow undertones–paired with a lightly, metallic pearl.

Semi-sheer, somewhat buildable pigmentation
Lightweight, thin, spreadable
Applied fairly evenly, set quickly, comfortable to wear
Long-wearing (5.5 hours before breaking down), lightly hydrating

FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

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Anastasia Orange Blossom (LE, $18.00).
Estee Lauder Languid Love (P, $32.00).
Estee Lauder Sweet Crush (545) (P, $32.00).
Anastasia Guava (LE, $18.00).
NARS Embrasse Moi (LE, $28.00).
MAC Tangerine Dream (P, $19.00).

Formula Overview

$45.00/0.18 oz. - $250.00 Per Ounce

The formula is supposed to have "ultra-intense colour with longwearing satin shine in one swipe" that lasts up to "12 hours" and is comfortable for up to "8 hours." The majority of shades I tested had more medium to semi-opaque coverage in one layer, which could be built up by applying a second layer.

The consistency felt more emollient and like a liquid lip balm initially, and within 30 seconds, it transformed to something slightly thicker, denser, and tackier, which helped to keep the product in place better. I also felt like over time, the color seemed to look more even and was less likely to sit in my lip lines, but this could take an hour or longer to be visible.

It was felt rather lightweight and had more of that "satin shine" the brand claimed after an hour or two of wear, and it felt significantly less tacky. There are other formulas on the market that have a similar start and finish in feel (going from something thinner to something thicker and tackier), but the tackiness wearing down faster with Chanel's formula ended up reducing longevity significantly.

The color lasted between five and seven hours with deeper, more pigmented and brighter shades lasting longer than lighter ones. They did not survive that well through a meal, and for something that is marketed as lasting up to 12 hours, I'd expect better survivability. They were very comfortable and hydrating to wear, though, and they left my lips in better condition after wearing different shades over a few days. They had a floral scent but didn't yield a noticeable taste for me.

And no, these are nothing like the previously-released Rouge Allure Laque formula. The older formula has more like a literal liquid lipstick, so it was creamier, thicker, and the formula didn't change or set after a minute or so; at most, it wore down to a more satin to semi-matte finish after a few hours of wear (as any glossier lipstick might). While they share the same name, they're really different types of formulas.

Browse all of our Chanel Rouge Allure Laque (2020) swatches.

Ingredients

Disclaimer: Ingredient lists are as available by the brand (or retailer) at the time of publishing. Please always check product packaging, if it exists, for the ingredient list applicable to the product you're purchasing, or the brand or retailer's website for the most up-to-date ingredient list.

Golden Beige (90)

LELimited Edition. $45.00.

Product

6.5

Pigmentation

Texture

Longevity

4.5

Application

76%

Total

Chanel Golden Beige (90) Rouge Allure Laque (2020)

source https://www.temptalia.com/chanel-golden-beige-rouge-allure-laquue-review-swatches/

Dior Precious Rose Rouge Blush Review & Swatches

Precious Rose (211)

Dior Precious Rose (211) Rouge Blush ($48.00 for 0.22 oz.) is a light-medium peach with moderate, warm undertones–not too pink, not too orange-based–paired with a mostly matte finish.

Medium, buildable coverage (as intended)
Lightly powdery, slightly thicker texture
Picked up well with dry brush, blended out nicely
Long-wearing (8 hours before fading)

FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

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Moira Sweet Peach (P, $9.50).
ColourPop Trifle (PiP, $12.00).
Huda Beauty Milky Rose (P, $21.00).
ColourPop Kiss n' Tell (LE, $12.00).
Sydney Grace Belle of Georgia (LE, $9.00).
Zoeva Yet to Come (PiP, ).
Make Up For Ever B110 (P, $23.00).
Jouer Hold Me (PiP, ).
Jouer Love Me (PiP, ).
LORAC Prism (P, $23.00).

Formula Overview

$48.00/0.22 oz. - $218.18 Per Ounce

The formula is supposed to have a "silky" and "lightweight" texture that's long-wearing and have "buildable" intensity. The blushes had a smooth, lightweight consistency that was finely-milled, though not as silky as I would have expected, without being too powdery nor too firmly-pressed into the pan.

The majority of the shades I tested had medium, buildable pigmentation that was hard to over-do but could definitely be intensified for higher coverage if desired. They applied evenly and blended out without issue, and they seemed to sit well on my skin with a semi-matte finish or higher. The more shimmery shades were still more low-level and had a sheen rather than overt shimmer that yielded a more metallic finish.

On my skin, most of the hues I trialed lasted eight hours before showing signs of fading. There was a soft, floral scent to the powders.

Browse all of our Dior Rouge Blush swatches.

Ingredients

#19073 SYNTHETIC FLUORPHLOGOPITE • MICA • LAUROYL LYSINE • SILICA • CELLULOSE • ZINC STEARATE • OCTYLDODECYL STEAROYL STEARATE • BIS-BEHENYL/ISOSTEARYL/PHYTOSTERYL DIMER DILINOLEYL DIMER DILINOLEATE • DICAPRYLYL ETHER • HIBISCUS SABDARIFFA FLOWER EXTRACT • IRIS FLORENTINA ROOT EXTRACT • AQUA (WATER) • ALUMINA • CAPRYLYL GLYCOL • MAGNESIUM MYRISTATE • ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN • SODIUM DEHYDROACETATE • PARFUM (FRAGRANCE) • PENTYLENE GLYCOL • STEARIC ACID • TOCOPHEROL • HYDROLYZED VIOLA TRICOLOR EXTRACT • 1,2-HEXANEDIOL • SODIUM BENZOATE • POTASSIUM SORBATE • [+/- CI 77491, CI 77499 (IRON OXIDES) • CI 77891 (TITANIUM DIOXIDE) • CI 77007 (ULTRAMARINES) • CI 73360 (RED 30 LAKE)]