
#888
Guerlain #888 Rouge G de Guerlain Lip Color (2018) ($32.00 for 0.12 oz.) is a rich, medium-dark fuchsia pink with strong, cool undertones and iridescent violet pearl. It had semi-opaque pigmentation in a single layer with a smooth, lightweight texture that was emollient and lightly creamy so it glided across my lips without tugging. The texture was smoothing and comfortable to wear as the formula kept my lips hydrated over the six hours this shade wore well for. There was a faint stain left behind. It was listed as a top coat shade (though it can also be worn alone), so less intense coverage was expected, but this was rather pigmented.
Top Dupes
- MAC Full Fuchsia (P, $17.50) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- Urban Decay Firebird (LE, $18.00) is more shimmery, brighter (95% similar).
- MAC Pink, You Think? (P, $17.50) is more muted (90% similar).
- Bite Beauty Palomino (P, $24.00) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty Showgirl (Francesco) (P, $54.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Estee Lauder Tumultuous Pink (P, $32.00) is warmer (90% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty Kingston (DC, $36.00) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty Logan (P, $36.00) is darker (90% similar).
- MAC Catharina (P, $23.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty Alex (P, $36.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- More dupes -- click to see the full list!
Formula Overview
$32.00/0.12 oz. - $266.67 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to have "intense colour" with a hydrating base that includes things like jojoba and mango butter as well as hyaluronic acid (and gugul resin) to "help to smooth and plum up lips." I would describe the formula as somewhere between semi-opaque and opaque, often buildable, with a luminous sheen that seems like there's very, very fine pearl but less distinctive shimmer (except for the shades that are actually shimmery). I find that the magic of the formula is in its finish--it's shiny, luminous, and absolutely smoothing on the lips without compromising wear (four to six hours, sometimes longer). The formula is very hydrating and comfortable to wear. They have a sweet, floral scent but no discernible taste to me. The updated shade range seems to have a stronger emphasis on mid-tones in coral and red and less beiges than before.
The Rouge G de Guerlain Lip Colors have been updated but mostly with respect to packaging and the shade range, as the formula itself has not been changed (per the brand). The lipsticks are now available as refills for $32.00 each, and then one can pick from an assortment of cases ($15.00 each), though each refill comes with a small, plastic cap that keeps the refill from drying out while waiting to be sold. The refill cap seems like it would be sufficient to keep the lipstick long-term, but I can't say from experience. I have not tested each shade for wear, but the shades I have tested, initial swatches and applications, and the like make the formula seem the same as before.
The old Rouge G cases do not fit on the new refills as the case doesn't stay on without a magnet (it just slides right off). I don't yet have any of the cases as they weren't available to me to purchase yet, but I plan to pick one or two up merely to see how they feel (probably the Original, to see if there was any weight change, and then something new).
A big upside to the refillable packaging is that they're actually significantly less expensive buying them piecemeal than buying it all-in-one. The original Rouge Gs were last sold at $58.00 for 0.12 oz., and now, the all-in-one price is effectively $47.00 for 0.12 oz. -- that's a nearly a 19% reduction in price.
Browse all of our Guerlain Rouge G de Guerlain Lip Color (2018) swatches.
Ingredients
Diisostearyl Malate, Polyglyceryl-10 Nonaisostearate, Jojoba Esters, Synthetic Wax, Bis-behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Isostearyl Hydroxystearate, Hydrogenated Microcrystalline Wax, Silica, Hydrogenated Styrene/Methyl Styrene/Indene Copolymer, Octyldodecanol, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Irvingia Gabonensis Kernel Butter, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Hydrogenated Coco-glycerides, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Parfum (Fragrance), Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate, Commiphora Mukul Resin Extract, Bht, Propyl Gallate, Trihydroxystearin, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Butylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, Tocopherol, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hexylene Glycol, [+/- May Contain : Ci 77891 (Titanium Dioxide), Ci 19140 (Yellow 5 Lake), Ci 42090 (Blue 1 Lake), Ci 45410 (*** Red 28 Lake ***), Ci 45410 (Red 28 Lake), Ci 15850 (Red 7 Lake), Ci 15985 (Yellow 6 Lake), Ci 77492 (Iron Oxides), Ci 15850 (Red 7), Ci 77491 (Iron Oxides), Ci 15850 (Red 6), Ci 77163 (Bismuth Oxychloride), Ci 77499 (Iron Oxides), Ci 45380 (Red 21 #12426)

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#111
Guerlain #111 Rouge G de Guerlain Lip Color (2018) ($32.00 for 0.12 oz.) is a medium-dark, emerald green with subtle, warm undertones and cooler, finer green pearl paired with a luminous sheen. It had semi-opaque, buildable coverage (not up to fully opaque, though) with a lightweight, smooth consistency that had moderate slip but didn’t feel slippery on my lips. There was a touch of tackiness–enough to adhere well to the lips but not enough to feel truly sticky on. The texture made the lip color comfortable to apply and to wear, but it did not apply as evenly as it should have. It wore well for five hours and stained my lips very slightly. The formula was nicely hydrating over time.
Top Dupes
- Kat Von D Plan 9 (DC, $21.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Hawkeye (P, $17.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar).
- NYX Risque (P, $6.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Fenty Beauty Midnight Wasabi (P, $18.00) is less shimmery, warmer (85% similar).
- Dolce and Gabbana Smeraldo (LE, $33.00) is darker, more muted (85% similar).
- Kat Von D Plan 9 (P, $19.00) is lighter, lower quality, less glossy (85% similar).
- Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics Cosplay (P, $18.00) is lighter (85% similar).
- MAC Deep with Envy (LE, $17.50) is cooler (85% similar).
- Colour Pop Bunny (LE, $5.00) is warmer (85% similar).
- Maybelline Serpentine (P, $7.49) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (80% similar).
- More dupes -- click to see the full list!
Formula Overview
$32.00/0.12 oz. - $266.67 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to have "intense colour" with a hydrating base that includes things like jojoba and mango butter as well as hyaluronic acid (and gugul resin) to "help to smooth and plum up lips." I would describe the formula as somewhere between semi-opaque and opaque, often buildable, with a luminous sheen that seems like there's very, very fine pearl but less distinctive shimmer (except for the shades that are actually shimmery). I find that the magic of the formula is in its finish--it's shiny, luminous, and absolutely smoothing on the lips without compromising wear (four to six hours, sometimes longer). The formula is very hydrating and comfortable to wear. They have a sweet, floral scent but no discernible taste to me. The updated shade range seems to have a stronger emphasis on mid-tones in coral and red and less beiges than before.
The Rouge G de Guerlain Lip Colors have been updated but mostly with respect to packaging and the shade range, as the formula itself has not been changed (per the brand). The lipsticks are now available as refills for $32.00 each, and then one can pick from an assortment of cases ($15.00 each), though each refill comes with a small, plastic cap that keeps the refill from drying out while waiting to be sold. The refill cap seems like it would be sufficient to keep the lipstick long-term, but I can't say from experience. I have not tested each shade for wear, but the shades I have tested, initial swatches and applications, and the like make the formula seem the same as before.
The old Rouge G cases do not fit on the new refills as the case doesn't stay on without a magnet (it just slides right off). I don't yet have any of the cases as they weren't available to me to purchase yet, but I plan to pick one or two up merely to see how they feel (probably the Original, to see if there was any weight change, and then something new).
A big upside to the refillable packaging is that they're actually significantly less expensive buying them piecemeal than buying it all-in-one. The original Rouge Gs were last sold at $58.00 for 0.12 oz., and now, the all-in-one price is effectively $47.00 for 0.12 oz. -- that's a nearly a 19% reduction in price.
Browse all of our Guerlain Rouge G de Guerlain Lip Color (2018) swatches.
Ingredients
Diisostearyl Malate, Polyglyceryl-10 Nonaisostearate, Jojoba Esters, Synthetic Wax, Bis-behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Isostearyl Hydroxystearate, Hydrogenated Microcrystalline Wax, Silica, Hydrogenated Styrene/Methyl Styrene/Indene Copolymer, Octyldodecanol, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Irvingia Gabonensis Kernel Butter, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Hydrogenated Coco-glycerides, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Parfum (Fragrance), Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate, Commiphora Mukul Resin Extract, Bht, Propyl Gallate, Trihydroxystearin, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Butylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, Tocopherol, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hexylene Glycol, [+/- May Contain : Ci 77891 (Titanium Dioxide), Ci 19140 (Yellow 5 Lake), Ci 42090 (Blue 1 Lake), Ci 45410 (*** Red 28 Lake ***), Ci 45410 (Red 28 Lake), Ci 15850 (Red 7 Lake), Ci 15985 (Yellow 6 Lake), Ci 77492 (Iron Oxides), Ci 15850 (Red 7), Ci 77491 (Iron Oxides), Ci 15850 (Red 6), Ci 77163 (Bismuth Oxychloride), Ci 77499 (Iron Oxides), Ci 45380 (Red 21 #12426)

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#333
Guerlain #333 Rouge G de Guerlain Lip Color (2018) ($32.00 for 0.12 oz.) is a slightly muted, dark blue with strong, cool undertones and a luminous sheen. It had semi-opaque coverage with a lightly creamy, smooth consistency that had some slip but did not feel slippery on my lips. It is listed as a top coat shade (though it can also be worn alone), so the lack of coverage wasn’t unexpected, though the application was uneven on its own. I wasn’t convinced it worked that well for layering, either, as the slip paired with the denser tube made it hard to combine with other products unless using fingertips to mix (and then the effect ended up rather diluted–a general “slightly darker and cooler” effect). On its own, it wore well for five hours, left a slight stain behind, and was moisturizing.
Top Dupes
- Urban Decay Heroine (P, $17.00) is darker, less glossy (90% similar).
- Kat Von D Poe (DC, $21.00) is more shimmery, darker (85% similar).
- Too Faced Who's Zoomin' Who (P, $21.00) is darker, brighter, less glossy (85% similar).
- Make Up For Ever C603 (P, $22.00) is darker, brighter (85% similar).
- MAC Indigo-go (LE, $17.50) is cooler, less glossy (85% similar).
- Illamasqua Disciple (P, $24.00) is darker, less glossy (85% similar).
- Smashbox Deep (P, $21.00) is darker, more muted, cooler (80% similar).
- Bite Beauty Squid Ink (P, $26.00) is more pigmented (80% similar).
- Urban Decay Time (P, $18.00) is more shimmery, darker, less glossy (80% similar).
- Urban Decay Frostbite (LE, $17.00) is more shimmery, darker (80% similar).
- More dupes -- click to see the full list!
Formula Overview
$32.00/0.12 oz. - $266.67 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to have "intense colour" with a hydrating base that includes things like jojoba and mango butter as well as hyaluronic acid (and gugul resin) to "help to smooth and plum up lips." I would describe the formula as somewhere between semi-opaque and opaque, often buildable, with a luminous sheen that seems like there's very, very fine pearl but less distinctive shimmer (except for the shades that are actually shimmery). I find that the magic of the formula is in its finish--it's shiny, luminous, and absolutely smoothing on the lips without compromising wear (four to six hours, sometimes longer). The formula is very hydrating and comfortable to wear. They have a sweet, floral scent but no discernible taste to me. The updated shade range seems to have a stronger emphasis on mid-tones in coral and red and less beiges than before.
The Rouge G de Guerlain Lip Colors have been updated but mostly with respect to packaging and the shade range, as the formula itself has not been changed (per the brand). The lipsticks are now available as refills for $32.00 each, and then one can pick from an assortment of cases ($15.00 each), though each refill comes with a small, plastic cap that keeps the refill from drying out while waiting to be sold. The refill cap seems like it would be sufficient to keep the lipstick long-term, but I can't say from experience. I have not tested each shade for wear, but the shades I have tested, initial swatches and applications, and the like make the formula seem the same as before.
The old Rouge G cases do not fit on the new refills as the case doesn't stay on without a magnet (it just slides right off). I don't yet have any of the cases as they weren't available to me to purchase yet, but I plan to pick one or two up merely to see how they feel (probably the Original, to see if there was any weight change, and then something new).
A big upside to the refillable packaging is that they're actually significantly less expensive buying them piecemeal than buying it all-in-one. The original Rouge Gs were last sold at $58.00 for 0.12 oz., and now, the all-in-one price is effectively $47.00 for 0.12 oz. -- that's a nearly a 19% reduction in price.
Browse all of our Guerlain Rouge G de Guerlain Lip Color (2018) swatches.
Ingredients
Diisostearyl Malate, Polyglyceryl-10 Nonaisostearate, Jojoba Esters, Synthetic Wax, Bis-behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Isostearyl Hydroxystearate, Hydrogenated Microcrystalline Wax, Silica, Hydrogenated Styrene/Methyl Styrene/Indene Copolymer, Octyldodecanol, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Irvingia Gabonensis Kernel Butter, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Hydrogenated Coco-glycerides, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Parfum (Fragrance), Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate, Commiphora Mukul Resin Extract, Bht, Propyl Gallate, Trihydroxystearin, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Butylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, Tocopherol, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hexylene Glycol, [+/- May Contain : Ci 77891 (Titanium Dioxide), Ci 19140 (Yellow 5 Lake), Ci 42090 (Blue 1 Lake), Ci 45410 (*** Red 28 Lake ***), Ci 45410 (Red 28 Lake), Ci 15850 (Red 7 Lake), Ci 15985 (Yellow 6 Lake), Ci 77492 (Iron Oxides), Ci 15850 (Red 7), Ci 77491 (Iron Oxides), Ci 15850 (Red 6), Ci 77163 (Bismuth Oxychloride), Ci 77499 (Iron Oxides), Ci 45380 (Red 21 #12426)

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Guerlain #888 Rouge G de Guerlain Lip Color (2018)

Guerlain #888 Rouge G de Guerlain Lip Color (2018)

Guerlain #888 Rouge G de Guerlain Lip Color (2018)

Guerlain #888 Rouge G de Guerlain Lip Color (2018)

Guerlain #888 Rouge G de Guerlain Lip Color (2018)

Guerlain #888 Rouge G de Guerlain Lip Color (2018)

Guerlain #111 Rouge G de Guerlain Lip Color (2018)

Guerlain #111 Rouge G de Guerlain Lip Color (2018)

Guerlain #111 Rouge G de Guerlain Lip Color (2018)

Guerlain #111 Rouge G de Guerlain Lip Color (2018)

Guerlain #111 Rouge G de Guerlain Lip Color (2018)

Guerlain #111 Rouge G de Guerlain Lip Color (2018)

Guerlain #333 Rouge G de Guerlain Lip Color (2018)

Guerlain #333 Rouge G de Guerlain Lip Color (2018)

Guerlain #333 Rouge G de Guerlain Lip Color (2018)

Guerlain #333 Rouge G de Guerlain Lip Color (2018)

Guerlain #333 Rouge G de Guerlain Lip Color (2018)

Guerlain #333 Rouge G de Guerlain Lip Color (2018)

Guerlain #888 Rouge G de Guerlain Lip Color (2018)

Guerlain #888 Rouge G de Guerlain Lip Color (2018)

Guerlain #888 Rouge G de Guerlain Lip Color (2018)

Guerlain #888 Rouge G de Guerlain Lip Color (2018)

Guerlain #888 Rouge G de Guerlain Lip Color (2018)

Guerlain #888 Rouge G de Guerlain Lip Color (2018)

Guerlain #111 Rouge G de Guerlain Lip Color (2018)

Guerlain #111 Rouge G de Guerlain Lip Color (2018)

Guerlain #111 Rouge G de Guerlain Lip Color (2018)

Guerlain #111 Rouge G de Guerlain Lip Color (2018)

Guerlain #111 Rouge G de Guerlain Lip Color (2018)

Guerlain #111 Rouge G de Guerlain Lip Color (2018)

Guerlain #333 Rouge G de Guerlain Lip Color (2018)

Guerlain #333 Rouge G de Guerlain Lip Color (2018)

Guerlain #333 Rouge G de Guerlain Lip Color (2018)

Guerlain #333 Rouge G de Guerlain Lip Color (2018)

Guerlain #333 Rouge G de Guerlain Lip Color (2018)

Guerlain #333 Rouge G de Guerlain Lip Color (2018)