MAC Lipstick Review

Well MAC really does live up to its name and rep. Brought my first MAC product recently which is a matte lipstick, Velvet Teddy, aaand I love it.

$40 isn't actually that bad considering what you're getting. The colour is fab I love it, it goes on smoothly and is super easy to apply. I found it lasts well and with this colour when it does fade its not too obvious.

Will definitely buy more, the price is well worth the value!!

I love mac lipsticks and for a long time they (especially in NZ) had the widest range of colours and textures/finishes. Now other brands are catching up but you can always rely on a MAC lipstick, they have something to suit everyone from matte lovers to frost lovers, from nude lips to the vampy lips, they will have your colour, the way you like it. Each lipstick has a lovely smell also and the packging it sleek and stylish. I honestly have over 30 and want more, they are addictive.

I have always been a MAC fan, and have been buying their products since I was 13 and could afford my first. I have tried many lipstick brands over the years; bought them, won them, borrowed them... and nothing comes close to comparing to the quality and colour of MAC lipsticks.

The packaging is beautiful and secure (I've never lost a lid in my handbag), the slight vanilla smell is divine, the consistency is creamy no matter what finish you purchase. And they last forever (coming from someone who barely ever wears lipstick, so mine do tend to last). The colour lasts, especially if you prep your lips and wear liner.

My go-to, bold lippy for special occasions is the cult classic Russian Red. The colour suits me, it lasts for ages, and it it adds instant vintage glam. I've repurchased it three times, whereas I have never repurchased any other lipstick in my whole life.

I have never ever really warn lipstick but in my new workplace it's kinda like an unwritten rule. So I bought a couple of cheap ones and absolutely hated the heavy, greasy feeling, bad taste and having to constantly apply.

One of my colleagues told me there was no way you could go wrong with Mac and now I'm a convert.

The chick in Mac was absolutely awesome and helped match the colours to my skin tone, hair and what was on trend.

I ended up walking out with a dark matte for when I'm feeling a bit rebellious and a beautiful light purple for everyday, easy use.

Their range of colours and textures is amazing and the feel is awesome. You don't feel like you're wearing anything and they last for ages.

Can't recommend Mac lipstick highly enough.

Awesome product! Love the large range of shades and finishes!! Some of my cult favourites include Russian Red - a bluish based red in a matte finish, Ruby Woo - a retro matte vivid blue based red, lady danger - matte vivid orange red, snob - satin light neutral pink and vegas volt - amplified creme full power coral..Basically the finish is about whether it is matte, slightly shimmery, more creamy, slightly glossy etc. Apply straight from the bullet or with a brush if you prefer. Drier lips should avoid the matte as it will show dryness up more. Smaller lips will suit the lighter shades. You don't need to use much - a little goes a long way. Gloss can also be added on top if desired. Lasts about 3-6 months for me. The more matte the finish the longer it will last generally - and this can be hours! $40 probably seems high but the quality is the proof of its worth and if your a MAC fan like me 6 empties will get you a free lipstick from the top 20!

I was put off by MAC for a very long time, but slowly over the last 18 months peer pressure from other BR members has seen me crumb and at this moment in time I own 7 MAC lipsticks, 6 of which are making this review (Viva Glam is under the MAC Viva Glam review)

Shades in this review: Salon Rouge, Cyber, Heroine, Smoked Purple, Ruby Woo, Sushi Kiss.

Packaging for the MAC lipstick range is very chic and timeless, even with their limited editions they don’t alter the actual shape of the bullet just the colouring and effects. The lipstick feels heavy and worth its price tag which in comparison to some of the other brands out there is quite reasonable. The easy twist up and down mechanism with the wording MAC on the lid and silver barrel inside keeps the theme constant. Formula wise no matter if it is a sheer or matte finish lipstick always goes on creamy and has a faint vanilla scent to it which is an awesome touch. They are all long lasting to the point of eating or drinking they aren’t claiming to be kiss, drink or eat proof so expect to take this lipstick with you to top up a couple of times throughout the day.

Salon Rouge: (Limited Edition comes in a sparkly black case with black barrel inside instead of silver) Deep blue based red, sheer effect Cyber: Darkest blue purple in a satin finish Heroine: Bright purple in a matte finish Smoked Purple: Deep black purple in a matte finish Ruby Woo: Blue based red (the perfect red in my opinion) in a retro matte finish Sushi Kiss: Coral salmon pink/orange in a satin finish

These are awesome and I can’t wait to collect more of them, they look great on my vanity table all together. Out of all the formulas even the matte wasn’t drying on my lips, none of them feathered and none of them dragged. The lipstick itself can become quite soft when left in direct sunlight so store these in a suitable location if you don’t want a melted mess during the summer months

Personally, I rate MAC lipsticks to be the best in the world. They're extremely long lasting, have pigmentation to die for and honestly they make me feel beautiful! I couldn't recommend them more!

MAC is very popular for their wide variety of lipsticks. I love going into shops that sell MAC and looking at all the lipsticks, there is definitely something for everyone! I have a red matte one and its amazing! It is very easy to apply as it goes on smoothly and evenly, I only need to touch up a couple of times throughout the night. Unlike some matte lipsticks it doesn't make my lips feel dry or make cracks obvious, it also has a nice scent to it and the packaging is cute.

Growing up I always thought my cousins were over hyping MAC lippies... Clearly I was wrong. Not only do they come in different finishes to suit any occasion but they come in every colour you can ask for. You could even change your lipstick colour depending on your mood.

I find most of the matte ones apply creamy and also are long lasting. Cream sheen are perfect for every day wear.Amplified are perfect if you want to be daring. There are many more finishes.

I find the only down side to MAC lipsticks are the limited editions ones as some time you find a favourite colour but they're no longer available.