Guerlain Rouge Automatique Coque D'Or - Swatch and Review

For the record, I'm not going to comment on the packaging because this is not how the full-size packaging looks like but based on the description, the flip top applicator seems pretty cool. I got this mini lipstick as deluxe sample by redeeming my Sephora points for it, God knows how long ago that was. The good news is this shade is still available as part of the permanent line.

http://www.sephora.com/rouge-automatique-P286611

Coque D'Or is a warm red with subtle gold shimmers. I found the formula lightweight, comfortable, and moisturizing. It feels and look more like a gloss than a lipstick. I was actually surprised at how long it lasted, considering it felt really light. It wore up to 5 hours before it started fading and left a stain behind.

I'm wearing just one layer on the lip swatch but you can add another layer to build up the intensity of the color. Personally, I prefer to wear it sheer, like pictured. It has a perfumy makeup sort of scent that I find hard to describe.

Overall, really nice formula and good color payoff. Price is a little steep ($35.00) but what can I say, it's Guerlain.

Have you tried any color from the line? What's the most you'd pay for a lipstick?

My High-End Lipstick Collection and Swatches

The first week of the month is always a busy and hectic week for me as I have to put in extra hours and more work to meet our monthly deadline. I was pretty pooped at the end of the days which is why I have been absent from blogging this week. Nonetheless, I did manage to haul a few new products and have taken pix and tested some of them already but that will be on another posts.
I usually take pictures of the stuff I plan to blog ahead of time and have them resized and what not. Some of these pictures get left behind unfornately as I find it difficult to keep up with my busy schedule and the constant hauling. Oh well, I say to myself better late than never.

As you can see on the picture above, I have a little over a dozen of high-end lipstick brands, not including MAC. As a beauty blogger or even just a beauty enthusiast, I believe we all love to experiment with new products.
To be honest, I don't reach for my high-end lipstick as often as I think I should. Thus, why I've refrained from buying anymore unless something strike me as interesting. High-end lipsticks cost about $14-$45, depending on the brand or where you purchase them from. I purchased most of these lipsticks during a sale or from discounted stores so some of them are no longer available or hard to find. I will hyperlink those I have reviewed or have additional pictures.

First set of lipsticks and swatches from left to right

• YSL Rouge Pur 66
• YSL Rouge Pur Couture 04
• Lancome Color Fever Rose Tempest
• Lancome Color Fever Enticing Rose
• Dior Addict Lip Color Rose Broderie 663.
• NARS Niagara.

Second set of lipsticks and swatches from left to right

• Guerlain Rouge G Gemma (64)
• Estee Lauder Pure Color Gloss Cherry Ice
• Kat Von D Foiled Love Forever & Never
• Kat Von D Foiled Love F.T.W

Third set of lipsticks from left to right

• Shisheido Perfect Rouge BE208
• Buxom Big and Healthy Lipstick Vienna
• Motives Raspberry Burst
• Make Up Forever Rouge Artist Intense 38

I'm surprised there are still a few of these lipsticks I still haven't reviewed. But anways, my personal favorites of the bunch are Lancome, Guerlain, YSL, Motives, and Shiseido. They have excellent formula and pigmentation and feel very luxurious on the lips.

Hope you found this post helpful. Let me know if you have any questions.


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Guerlain Rouge G Lipstick Gemma (64)

So after I exchanged my previous Rouge G Grenade with Hourglass Siren lipgloss because the color was pretty close to my YSL Rouge Vermillon, I repurchased a different shade of Rouge G during the VIB sale at Sephora. This review was long overdue. I've had this lipstick for weeks and still haven't touched it until last night. Shame on me I know but yeah, had a lot of things happening to me recently.
As far as formula goes, Guerlain Rouge G do not disappoint and is a personal favorite. They are ultra moisturizing, lightweight, and pigmented. They apply smoothly and make my lips feel very comfortable. They do come with a strong cosmetic scent. It doesn't bother me but for those who are sensitive to smell, you might want to smell it before you buy. This is the most expensive lipstick that I own. It retails for $46.00. Fortunately for me, the Sephora's VIB sale brought it down to $36.80 so I'm pretty happy about that.

I believe a big portion of the cost goes toward the fancy packaging. Look at how unique and sophisticated this thing is. The mirror comes in handy but wow, seriously I prefer a more affordable packaging or at least make it so that it can be refilled and reused once the product is done. I can live with the standard-looking lipstick tube or a practical packaging. What really matters to me is what's inside.

Gemma is a rosy mauve color with some blue undertone. It also has gold micro-shimmers that don't look obvious on the lips. I like the satin sheen finish and appreciate that the color stays put. It annoys me when a lipstick feels too slippery and the color slides all over the place.

This is also a shade that would look great on everyone. I know it's not the most unique color but the formula and packaging is very luxurious and that's what makes it worth it. I would repurchase but only next time Sephora has a sale. I can't fork the full price on these. I would definitely recommend this if you don't mind the price or can wait for the sale (like me).

Do you own any Guerlain cosmetics? If so, is there something you'd like to recommend?

Sephora F&F Haul - Guerlain, YSL, Urban Decay

I purchased the following items from Sephora's website during the Friends and Family discounts (20% off everything). I hope many of you had the chance to snag some goodies too during the sale. My order arrived last friday but with Halloween and hectic long work days, I didn't find the time to post these up sooner.

I picked up some fancy lipsticks :D



Guerlain Rouge G - Grenade (Limited Edition) is definitely a luxurious beauty product. I heard so many great things about it that I couldn't resist getting one with the discount because I'm literally saving $9.20 from the retail price. The packaging is very elegant and sophisticated, not to mention heavy. A good portion of the price goes toward this beautiful case. When you pull the lipstick tube out, the mirror automatically opens. The base of the tube is magnetic and helps keep the mirror and lipstick secure when not in use.

  


Grenade is a pearly raspberry color. You can get a pretty opaque coverage if you layer it. The formula is fantastic. It glides very smoothly and feels velvety on the lips. It is also very moisturizing and long-wearing. It lasts a good 4 hours on my lips and still keeps my dry lips hydrated. It has a strong perfumy/cosmetic scent to it but I personally do not find it bothersome. This is the most expensive lipstick I've bought till now ($46) and I'm sure not going to pick another one of those anytime soon. If you want to splurge on a luxurious lipstick, this is definitely one to consider.





Another high-end lipstick I wanted to try is Yves Saint Laurent. Rouge Pur Couture is a new addition to the line. The case looks very shiny and metallic gold. Overall, it looks simple yet classy. My only complaint is that the case gets scratched easily.

 



I picked up the color rouge vermillon. It's another raspberry pink with some warm undertone to it. I am not disappointed with this lipstick either. The formula is creamy, smooth, pigmented, very moisturizing, and diminish the look of cracked dry lips. It has a satin finish and smells wonderful! Like a mix of fruity and floral. 





So because I ordered online and it was hard to tell the true color of the lipstick until I see it for myself, I came to the conclusion that the two lipsticks I bought were very similar in color. Guerlain Rouge G Grenade just happen to have more sheen and Rouge Vermillion is creamier and applies more opaque but the colors are pretty darn close! ***sigh*** I'm gonna have to go to Sephora and exchange one of those for a different shade.

 



I was very tempted to snag the new Urban Decay BOS, just because everyone else wants or has one, lol. Then I reminded myself that I'd probably wouldn't wear it much and it would just sit there in my makeup stash. So instead, I picked up the Black Palette. The colors from this palette are not as bright or bold as the other BOS. I'd probably would wear these more often and with the right application, would be able to pull it off for office appropriate look. Like other UD eyeshadows, these shades hold the same quality: pigmented, creamy, smooth, and blendable.

 



On the top row of the Black Palette, we have Black Dog, which is a matte intense black eyeshadow. Barracuda is a greyish silver eyeshadow with fine green and pearly shimmers. Jet is a cool-toned greyish purple with fine blue and pink shimmers. All swatches from this palette are done without a primer. You can see how pigmented they already are. With a primer they would look more intense and a little brighter.

 



Sabbath is a cool-toned dark navy blue with fine blue and pearly shimmers. Cobra is a brownish green color with fine gold and green shimmers, this color reminded me a lot of MAC Pearlglide eyeliner in Black Line. Libertine is a dark forest green color with fine green shimmers.





Lastly, I bought this Buxom lipstick and lipgloss set. I didn't swatch these because I was planning on reselling them. However, if no one buys them, I'd be happy to keep them to myself and will do a swatch/review later in that case. When I tested them out at the store, I liked them a lot. They smelled nice like baked muffins and have good pigmentation. I like that there is a good combination of pink, mauve, and nude. Colors that are generally easy to wear and look nice on every skin tone.

Hope you enjoyed checking out my haul and that it was also informative. Please, feel free to comment or ask questions. Let me know what you bought as well.