The texture was lightweight, thin, and emollient enough to glide on without tugging but not so light that it clung, though it was best applied over just-exfoliated lips. It lasted three and a half hours and felt lightly moisturizing over time.
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Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like the scent).
- Bite Beauty Orange Fizz (P, $24.00) is more pigmented (95% similar).
- Makeup Geek Free Spirit (P, $12.00) is warmer and glossier (95% identical).
- Chanel Rouge Magnifique (827) (LE, $38.00) is more shimmery and darker (95% similar).
- MAC Habanero (DC, $21.00) is shimmery, darker, and pigmented (90% similar).
- Chanel Unlimited (68) (P, $40.00) is darker and more pigmented (90% similar).
- Giorgio Armani Notorious (408) (LE, $38.00) is darker, more pigmented, and more relaxed (90% similar).
- YSL Rhythm Red (73) (P, $38.00) is darker and more pigmented (90% similar).
- NYX Pure Red (P, $6.00) is shimmery, darker, and less glossy (90% similar).
- Laura Mercier Coral Vif (P, $32.00) is darker, warmer, and less shiny (90% identical).
- Giorgio Armani Friendly (301) (P, $38.00) is darker (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$42.00/0.12 oz. – $350.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to be “moisture-rich” with a “luminous shine” that “delivers sheer color.” The brand described the coverage as a “semitransparent color with luminous shine.” The shades had semi-sheer to medium coverage, often slightly buildable, so it was enough pigment to look like something when applied but let the natural lip color come through (so your mileage may vary if you have more pigmented lips than I do).
The texture was lightweight, thin but not clingy, and had a light creaminess; the formula didn’t feel as luminous as it looked, which was a good thing as it prevented the product from sliding around too readily. The most impressive part was that most shades applied evenly and didn’t initially settle into my lip lines or over time. The wear was as expected but shorter than more pigmented and less shiny formulas; most shades lasted between three and four hours. The procedure felt lightly hydrating but not what I’d call “moisture-rich.”
They have a moderate, sweet floral scent (the brand says “floral fragrance with violet notes and a soft, fruity scent”), and I felt like I occasionally could taste the fragrance. However, it was much less noticeable and present than Gucci’s original lipstick range (many years ago). I could smell the scent with the product applied, so it was more potent than some formulas where the smell was only noticeable in the packaging/tube.
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Ingredients
Octyldodecanol, Trimethylolpropane Triisostearate, Polybutene, Cera Microcristallina/Microcrystalline Wax/Cire Microcrystalline, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, VP/Hexadecene Copolymer, Polyethylene, VP/Eicosene Copolymer, Triisodecyl Trimellitate, Mica, Stearalkonium Bentonite, Dicalcium Phosphate, Phytosteryl Isostearate, Propylene Carbonate, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Tocopherol, BHT, Tin Oxide, [May Contain/Peut Contenir/+/-:Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Red 7 Lake (CI 15850), Red 6 (CI 15850), Yellow 6 Lake (CI 15985), Yellow 5 Lake (CI 19140), Blue 1 Lake (CI 42090), Red 28 Lake (CI 45410)].
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It was applied evenly with semi-sheer to medium, somewhat buildable color coverage that stayed on well for three and a half hours while feeling lightly hydrating over time.
FURTHER READING:
Formula Overview
for details on general performance and characteristics (like the scent).
- Burberry Hydrangea (249) (P, $34.00) is more shimmery and cooler (90% similar).
- Shiseido Streaming Mauve (208) (P, $26.00) is lighter and warmer (90% identical).
- Milani Nylon (P, $8.99) is darker and warmer (90% similar).
- Rare Beauty Compliment (P, $16.00) is darker (90% similar).
- Estee Lauder Pampered (918) (P, $32.00) is darker (90% identical).
- YSL Rose Blazer (89) (P, $38.00) is more shimmery and darker (90% similar).
- Revlon Glossed Up Rose (003) (P, $9.99) is lighter (90% identical).
- NARS Dolce Vita (P, $26.00) is warmer (90% similar).
- Estee Lauder Unrequited (P, $32.00) is shimmery, lighter, and warmer (90% similar).
- bareMinerals Mantra (P, $20.00) is more shimmery and warmer (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$42.00/0.12 oz. – $350.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to be “moisture-rich” with a “luminous shine” that “delivers sheer color.” The brand described the coverage as a “semitransparent color with luminous shine.” The shades had semi-sheer to medium coverage, often slightly buildable, so it was enough pigment to look like something when applied but let the natural lip color come through (so your mileage may vary if you have more pigmented lips than I do).
The texture was lightweight, thin but not clingy, and had a light creaminess; the formula didn’t feel as luminous as it looked, which was a good thing as it prevented the product from sliding around too readily. The most impressive part was that most shades applied evenly and didn’t initially settle into my lip lines or over time. The wear was as expected but shorter than more pigmented and less shiny formulas; most shades lasted between three and four hours. The procedure felt lightly hydrating but not what I’d call “moisture-rich.”
They have a moderate, sweet floral scent (the brand says “floral fragrance with violet notes and a soft, fruity scent”), and I felt like I occasionally could taste the fragrance. However, it was much less noticeable and present than Gucci’s original lipstick range (many years ago). I could smell the scent with the product applied, so it was more potent than some formulas where the smell was only noticeable in the packaging/tube.
Browse all of our Gucci Beauty Sheer Lipstick swatches.
Ingredients
Octyldodecanol, Trimethylolpropane Triisostearate, Polybutene, Cera Microcristallina/Microcrystalline Wax/Cire Microcrystalline, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, VP/Hexadecene Copolymer, Polyethylene, VP/Eicosene Copolymer, Triisodecyl Trimellitate, Mica, Stearalkonium Bentonite, Dicalcium Phosphate, Phytosteryl Isostearate, Propylene Carbonate, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Tocopherol, BHT, Tin Oxide, [May Contain/Peut Contenir/+/-:Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Red 7 Lake (CI 15850), Red 6 (CI 15850), Yellow 6 Lake (CI 15985), Yellow 5 Lake (CI 19140), Blue 1 Lake (CI 42090), Red 28 Lake (CI 45410)].
Disclaimer: Ingredient lists areas 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.
