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MAC Lipstick Review

MAC Lipstick Review
Discontinued
Overall rating from 764 reviews so far:
4.8/5
Would use it again?
4.8/5
Did it do what it said it would?
4.7/5
Would recommend it to a friend?
4.7/5

Colour plus texture for the lips. Stands out on the runway. Simmers on the street! What made M·A·C famous.

Available in 11 finishes (Matte, Retro Matte, Satin, Dazzle, Glaze, Lustre, Cremesheen, Cremesheen Pearl, Amplified, Amplified Creme, Frost)

Available in 170+ shades

Website www.maccosmetics.co.nz

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MAC Lipstick Review

MAC Lipstick Review

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Overall rating:
4.7/5
25th April, 2015
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One of the faves

I love MAC lipsticks. There's just something about them that attracts a lipstick lover like me. They have such an amazing colour range and I love their limited edition collections. I personally love the mattes, retro mattes and amplified finishes. The only downside is how expensive MAC lipsticks are in NZ. I would have more if it wasn't for the price.

Tips: If anyone you know is going to America, get them to buy MAC makeup from there. It's so much cheaper. Don't throw away your MAC products and wait until you can do back 2 MAC.

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Overall rating:
4.7/5
29th April, 2015
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Worth the hype!

MAC lipsticks are famous for their huge range of colours. It's hard to go wrong with MAC lipstick as they are very good quality. Different finishes work better for different people. I have really dry lips so I find some of the mattes too drying if I haven't been disciplined with lip balm. My favourite finishes are satin and amplified. I would recommend these to ANYONE. They are creamy and opaque and last beautifully. There's shades to suit everyone, you should check out some of the less well known ones as well because there are some gorgeous hidden gems. The packaging is simple and recognisable. There's something luxurious about using high end and I've got to admit, I feel extra special using a MAC lipstick. The price is fairly steep in New Zealand which is unfortunate. If you can get them from duty free or overseas it's a bit easier on the wallet.

Tips: Don't buy from anywhere other than a MAC counter or the MAC website. There are so many fakes out there and they can be dangerous to use. It's not worth risking your health to save a bit of money. With MAC, if the price is too good to be true, it usually is

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Overall rating:
4.7/5
2nd May, 2015
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Dreamy

There are so many colours to choose from. They have shades that suit yellow-toned and blue-toned faces. Really dreamy to apply, great consistency. My favourite would have to be Lady Danger, which is an orangey red tone. I use a lip primer underneath as they don't stay as long as some other staining lipsticks, but easy enough to touch up. Would say they are worth the price because of their quality.

Tips: The matte ones can be a little drying, so best to moisturise your lips or avoid if you have naturally dry lips. Definitely take advantage of their Back to MAC offer.

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Overall rating:
4.7/5
21st May, 2015
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LOVE

Like everyone else I absolutely LOVE these. Ruby Woo is my fav. I also love Rebel and Heroine for non work wear. These are gorgeous, last for ages and have a beautiful finish. My only complain is that ruby woo can bit dry within a short time which can be a bit frustrating. But I continue to repurchase as the colour is just gorgeous.

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4.7/5
24th May, 2015
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Great range, standard formula.

Within my personal extensive lipstick collection, MAC is one of the most common brands to find, this is partly due to their Back2Mac program which gives me the opportunity to try new colours and formulas that I might not normally buy. I think they have a fantastically huge range of colours, and it seems to be constantly expanding which is excellent, so there's something for everyone. I love the range of different formulas, my favourites being cremesheen and amplified. However I do find the formulas to be pretty standard within the makeup world, I don't find them to be extra long lasting, but they also don't just slip off straight away. I'm personally not a fan of their matte and retro matte formulas, there's something about them compared to other mattes that just dry my lips out and they begin to hurt, so I just avoid those. While I think there are many better lipstick brands, I do think MAC is a great place to start!

Tips: Definitely use a reverse lip liner with the bolder colours to keep them from bleeding or feathering. Also if you're going with the matte formulas, try the MAC lip primer!

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Overall rating:
4.7/5
29th May, 2015
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Cremesheen more like slipsheen

I love all my mac lipsticks o' so much the only tiny thing I can fault I have is spreadiblity (is that even a word?) with all the cremesheen formulas I own they tend to slip and slide a bit too much and the matte formulas I find dont slip enough!

Tips: Nothing that a lipliner can't fix though!!!

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4.7/5
2nd June, 2015
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MAC Ruby Woo - everyone needs this.

This was given to me as a birthday present, because I am lucky enough to suit such a red. It's absolutely fantastic, but the only problem I've had is that it makes your lips really flakey, even if they were smooth before using. If you reapply, the flakey-ness gets worse. I'd still use it again (it's my favorite color) but just as a warning to others!

Tips: Perhaps keep some lipbalm handy when using and definitely make sure your lips are flake-free before applying!

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Overall rating:
4.7/5
8th June, 2015
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Snob and pink plaid

I only own 2 colours snob which is a bright baby pink colour and is satin finish formula and pink plaid which is a dusty pink colour with a bit of a purple undertone its a very neutral colour it is the matte formula.

The bullet casing I love this it is sleek and stylish I also love with this how the lid really clicks on so there is no way the lid will come off in your handbag.

The formula of the satin finish is a wee bit drying so you need to make sure your lips are scrubbed nicely because it's not so forgiving and shows every crease. For me this lipstick wears for 5 hours before the need for a touch up. Also as it wears the colour stays the same it doesn't change colour or become less vibrant. I'm not usually a huge fan of Matte lipsticks but I really like this one

The satin finish is lovely too it's weird because I keep thinking its matte I think it's because the intensity of the pink it's almost opaque, and there is no pigmentation with it. I still like it and it will last a good 4 hours without the need for a touch up. I really like the formula and the longevity of these lipsticks and I can't wait to by more in different shades that aren't pink and in one of the other finishes.

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Overall rating:
4.7/5
4th July, 2015
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Worth the splurge!

I personally only own and like the M.A.C Matte, Retro Matte and Satin finish lipsticks, I think the formula for those are just really good, they feel luxurious on the lips, they have great colour pay off and the staying power is amazing, . My faves are Kinda Sexy (Warm/Peachy Nude), Flat Out Fabulous (Bright Fuchsia) and my newest addition Instigator (Dark Plum). They don't feather, they last hours and they don't sink into lines. I would say the quality of the formula varies I have most of the retro matte colours and Runway Hit, which is a very similar color to Kinda Sexy isnt the greatest, it sinks into my lines and when i want to get full on color i have to use either concealer or foundation to erase my natural lip colour, and even then i still have to build it up and still looks patchy. So if you like the look of runway hit skip it and get kinda sexy. Also another fav of mine is Riri woo. Update i now own a creamsheen and lustre finish not my fav but the colours are really pretty. fanfare and

Tips: M.A.C lipsticks prices start from $40 in NZ, I personally don't think these Lipsticks are worth that price, I purchase mine from the M.A.C US website for $16 USD = $23.91NZD and I use Youshop to foward my parcels to NZ.

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Kellyleanne
15th July, 2015

Agree, totally worth the splurge- love my MAC lippies x

Overall rating:
4.7/5
17th July, 2015
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Mad about MAC

I am absolutely in love with MAC lipsticks. From the packaging to the product, MAC can do no wrong. I love how this product actually lasts on my lips, unlike so many other lipsticks that I've tried. Although they are quite pricey, I consider them well worth the price. There is also an incredible range of colours and finishes, of which I own more than a few.

Tips: If you have 6 empty MAC products, simply return them to receive 1 free MAC lipstick.

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