Guerlain Mystic Peacock (360) Eyeshadow Quad Review & Swatches
Mystic Peacock (360)
Guerlain Mystic Peacock (360) Ombres G Quad Eyeshadow Palette ($85.00 for 0.2 oz.) is a newly-released color story featuring a new eyeshadow formula. Three of the four shades were more pigmented, while all four were fairly blendable, easy to apply, and longer-wearing. One shade was noticeably sheerer applied dry, though.
Ingredients
Mystic Peacock (360)
PPermanent. $85.00.
Mystic Peacock #1
Mystic Peacock #1 is a vivid, deeper navy blue with strong, cool undertones and a smooth, pearly sheen.
- Opaque coverage applied dry
- Moderately-dense, firmer but not stiff, no powderiness
- Blendable, “melted” on skin for a smoother finish
- Long-wearing (8 hours of wear on average)
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Moira Eclipse (P, $7.50) is less shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Lucid Dream (LE, $6.00) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Stila Vivid Sapphire (P, $24.00) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Rendezvous (DC, $8.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Make Up For Ever D222 Night Blue (DC, $21.00) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Gamma Ray (DC, $20.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Too Faced Chill Out (LE, $16.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Melt Cosmetics Tipsy (LE, ) is more shimmery (90% similar).
- Make Up For Ever I218 Indigo Blue (DC, $21.00) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- Glaminatrix Sandra (P, $8.04) is more shimmery, lighter (85% similar).
Formula Overview
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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.
Ingredients
Mica, Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate, Silica, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Glycerin, Polysorbate 80, Squalane, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Chondrus Crispus Extract, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Xanthan Gum, Tin Oxide, Dicalcium Phosphate, Tocopherol, [+/- Ci 77491, Ci 77499 (Iron Oxides), Ci 77891 (Titanium Dioxide)].
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.
Mystic Peacock #1
PiPPermanent in Palette.
Mystic Peacock #2
Mystic Peacock #2 is a deep, purpled-brown with strong, cool undertones with a satin finish.
- Semi-opaque, buildable color coverage
- Firmer, slightly stiffer texture, more cream-like
- Better with a firm, synthetic brush to pick up product evenly
- Long-wearing (9 hours on average)
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Huda Beauty Mantra (PiP, ) is less shimmery, cooler (85% similar).
- ColourPop Hard to Crack (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, cooler (85% similar).
- MAC Shadowy Lady (LE, $17.00) is less shimmery, cooler (80% similar).
- MAC Video Emotions (LE, $17.00) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (80% similar).
- Viseart Grande Pro (Vol. 1) #21 (LE, ).
- Tom Ford Beauty Violet Satine #4 (LE, ).
Formula Overview
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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.
Ingredients
Mica, Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate, Silica, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Glycerin, Polysorbate 80, Squalane, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Chondrus Crispus Extract, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Xanthan Gum, Tin Oxide, Dicalcium Phosphate, Tocopherol, [+/- Ci 77491, Ci 77499 (Iron Oxides), Ci 77891 (Titanium Dioxide)].
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.
Mystic Peacock #2
PiPPermanent in Palette.
Mystic Peacock #3
Mystic Peacock #3 is a bright, medium-dark copper with warm, orange undertones and a lightly sparkly, metallic finish.
- Opaque pigmentation applied wet and dry
- Moderately-dense, smooth, no powderiness
- Blendable, “melted” on skin for a smoother finish
- Long-wearing (8 hours of wear on average)
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Natasha Denona Crest (267M) (LE, $29.00) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- Too Faced Wet Kisses (LE, $16.00) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- ColourPop Copperhead (LE, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar).
- Fenty Beauty Fenty Glow (LE, ) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- ColourPop Tea Time (PiP, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar).
- Guerlain Golden Stars #1 (LE, ) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- Tarte Mic Drop (LE, ) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- PIXI Beauty Auburn Blaze (PiP, $20.00) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- Ciate Gilt (PiP, ) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- Huda Beauty Chameleon #6 (LE, ) is lighter (95% similar).
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.
Ingredients
Mica, Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate, Silica, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Glycerin, Polysorbate 80, Squalane, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Chondrus Crispus Extract, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Xanthan Gum, Tin Oxide, Dicalcium Phosphate, Tocopherol, [+/- Ci 77491, Ci 77499 (Iron Oxides), Ci 77891 (Titanium Dioxide)].
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.
Mystic Peacock #3
PiPPermanent in Palette.
Mystic Peacock #4
Mystic Peacock #4 is a darker, grayed-out teal with cool, bluish undertones and a sparkling finish. It was one of the few shades across the quads that seemed noticeably sheerer applied dry.
- Semi-sheer coverage applied dry, mostly opaque coverage applied wet
- Moderately-dense, smooth, light powderiness
- Blendable, “melted” on skin for a smoother finish
- Long-wearing (8 hours of wear on average)
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Sydney Grace Primrose (PiP, $6.25) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Anastasia A3 (Norvina Mini Vol. 3) (LE, $12.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Storm Cloud (LE, $6.25) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Makeup by Mario Master Metallics #4 (PiP, ) is more shimmery, lighter, brighter (85% similar).
- Sydney Grace Cuddle Buddy (LE, $6.25) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (85% similar).
- Natasha Denona Ice Blue (143CP) (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter, brighter (80% similar).
- Sydney Grace Aqua Fever (LE, $6.25) is more shimmery, lighter, brighter (80% similar).
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.
Ingredients
Mica, Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate, Silica, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Glycerin, Polysorbate 80, Squalane, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Chondrus Crispus Extract, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Xanthan Gum, Tin Oxide, Dicalcium Phosphate, Tocopherol, [+/- Ci 77491, Ci 77499 (Iron Oxides), Ci 77891 (Titanium Dioxide)].
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.
As much as I love and want this quad, I have to talk myself out of it because I can likely dupe each shade quite successfully. This is one where I know I would need to watch tutorials of before even considering purchasing, too. And that’s because I can see only very graphic editorial looks using it.
Mystic Peacock #1 is stunning, but I doubt I could pull it off with my fair complexion. I worry I’d look ridiculous.
I’d love to find a makeup trick that helps fair-skinned people pull off deeper shades like this. I’ll have to do some research because I love that color.
Thanks for your review.
I really like the dark blue and the teal, I could find a lot of use for the brown, but I don’t care for the orange, it fits the theme and would probably make for some very gorgeous looks. I rarely use orange or copper tones and have by far too many as it is.
The quad is also a bit expensive, as is normal for the brand, had I loved all the shades and the rating had been an A+, I might have considered it, but now I’m just going to try and dupe it from my stash.
Ooh this color combo is intriguing! I don’t have any of their eye products yet
Hmm – there is much to like about this quad – the vivid navy blue (which the brand got completely right) and the copper shade. However the formula for the lighter blue shade was not quite perfect here – I would have preferred the shade to look on the skin the way it did in the pan – it turned out to be too murky. And the inclusion of that muddy brown shade makes me wonder what the brand was thinking…