I finally took the plunge and purchased my first MAC lipstick. I ordered online and had it shipped from the US. My colour of choice was Riri Woo. I am totally in love! This lippie is beautiful. The colour is amazing, it feels amazing on my lips and it lasts for hours!! I can't wait to expand my collection! So many amazing colours to choose from.
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MAC Lipstick Review
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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
Reviews
Overall rating:
4.7/5
1st November, 2013
Overall rating:
5.0/5
17th March, 2014
Where have you been all my life???
This review is the subjective opinion of a Beauty Review member and not of Beauty Review Limited.
Overall rating:
5.0/5
30th March, 2014
First MAC purchase
I recently purchased my first MAC lipstick and I can honestly say it was the best $40 I have ever spent. I chose the shade 'Angel' just because I wanted something neutral and easy to wear for work since I work in a professional environment that wouldn't approve of something as bright as 'Candy Yum Yum'. I love the pigmentation and how easily the slide on and of course how long wearing they are. The vanilla smell of the lipstick also makes it even better. I've tried way to many lipsticks in the past that smell gross and you don't want to be putting something like that on your lips!
Tips: Keep your lips in tip-top shape by regularly applying a good lip balm and using the occasional lip scrub to get rid of any flaky bits so your lipstick looks perfect everytime
This review is the subjective opinion of a Beauty Review member and not of Beauty Review Limited.
Overall rating:
5.0/5
31st March, 2014
:O i can wear all day!!!!
i have saint germain, candy yum yum, and girl about town all three are slightly different as ones a matte color ones amplified and i cant remember the other all three of them last all day on my lips and only need be reapplied after eating, also the scent of the lippys is very yum!
This review is the subjective opinion of a Beauty Review member and not of Beauty Review Limited.
Overall rating:
5.0/5
8th April, 2014
MAC Lipstick
I absolutely love MAC!! They are expensive but worth the price and never fail!! They have so many shades for everyone and never fails! The consistency of the lip stick is perfect! when you apply to your lips, it has great coverage, smells like vanilla cupcakes or caramelly, and is another way of identifying REAL Mac to FAKE Mac products. The product last a long time, depending on how much you use it. (Mine lasted 8 months.) Nothing compares to MAC, and the proceeds go to a great cause. MAC is a lot more expensive than normal makeup products, but the quality is worth every penny. The packaging is amazing, I have a nice small black MAC gift bag, and the lipstick packaging is plain, but displays the shade and name of the lippy. Very authentic and the results are breath taking! I have Retro Matte lippy and its bright, bold, adds colour to my outfit, goes well with my olive skin colour and adds that extra touch to your outfit. I have sensitive skin as well, and react quite bad to a lot of products, but with this MAC lipstick, I had no reaction and am sooo happy with my purchase.
This review is the subjective opinion of a Beauty Review member and not of Beauty Review Limited.
Overall rating:
4.0/5
11th April, 2014
Jacque
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Pricey
I purchased my first MAC lipstick about 8 months ago in the colour "craving"
These lipsticks are quite expensive in NZ compared to the US. They have a wide colour range which varies in finishes from Matte to cream to satin etc.
Craving is very creamy and I have noticed it melts easier compared to my other lipsticks, however it applies very easy and creates a lovely, deep colour.
I don't think the lipstick lasts ages on my lips, but they do have amazing colours. But you could probably find much cheaper dupes.
Update: I now own about six of these, and I must admit I am very impressed. The colour range is beautiful, but I tend to go for shades that I don't think I could find anywhere else in dupe- or cheaper form!
The least favourite I own would have to be Crème De Nude. I am so disappointed to say that, I had heard many raving reviews about how awesome it was for fair skin and how it was the perfect nude! Unfortunately.. This was not the case for me, I found it didn't go opaque enough on my lips and looked streaky. I personally would not purchase this again, as it didn't live up to my expectations!
Morange is an unsual reddy-orange colour which I love! It is hard to wear, or find clothes that will match it. Therefor, I wouldn't recommend this if you're looking for an everyday lippy, spend your money on something more suitable! However, it is very creamy, easy to apply and stays on a decent amount of time!
Rebel, Impassioned and Diva are two that I love! They apply creamy, however you must be careful not to make a mistake as it can ruin your foundation! They are beautiful colours, and I would keep repurchasing. I believe they would suit so many different skin tones and hair colours etc!
The packaging is easy to use, just slip off the lid and twist the tube up. Be careful not to twist it too much as it can break! Also, keep them cool as they can melt easily!
Tips: Store in cool area, Don't twist too much up
This review is the subjective opinion of a Beauty Review member and not of Beauty Review Limited.
Overall rating:
4.7/5
15th April, 2014
purchased yesterday based on reviews.
I purchased Cremesheen Creme Cup a nude pink yesterday based on the reviews. I'm not sure about the shade, but it's outside my normal comfort zone colour of slightly brown nude. It's very moisturising and does last. It is very pricey compared to my favourite Revlon Lip Butter Creme Brulee, but I will persevere because I love the lippy. I think it's more of an evening colour with smokey eyes rather than a day colour. Would buy again. 9/10 but only because of the $40 price tag.
This review is the subjective opinion of a Beauty Review member and not of Beauty Review Limited.
Overall rating:
5.0/5
3rd May, 2014
Mac lippies can do no wrong
Oh, so pretty. So many colours. So many finishes. Just. Love. Them.
I have tried quite a few different Mac lippies, but my favourite is Girl About Town. It's such a pretty, bright, in your face pink. I only wear this colour when I'm feeling super brave (I'm a wuss, nudey pinks are usually my go-to) but when I wear this I'm reminded how much I love it (especially with edgier outfits).
All the finishes are super flattering and pretty (except, I assume, the frost finishes, but I have never tried one because I already know I hate frosty lipsticks).
I could honestly talk about these all day, they are just the best. Go buy one.
This review is the subjective opinion of a Beauty Review member and not of Beauty Review Limited.
Overall rating:
5.0/5
3rd May, 2014
mac tastic
Adore MAC cosmetics and their lippy is to die for. Lippy is one of my bold make up choices and I love that with MAC I can have access to an amazing range of colours and finishes. If you find the matte finish a bit drying just slick over some clear lip balm
This review is the subjective opinion of a Beauty Review member and not of Beauty Review Limited.
Overall rating:
5.0/5
5th May, 2014
obsessed
so freaking good! so creamy and easy to apply! also quite long wearing and smell amazinggg. i own four but would happily purchase more. probably a bit pricey for me to buy all the time but defiantly worth buying
This review is the subjective opinion of a Beauty Review member and not of Beauty Review Limited.
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I don't know what it is, but there is just something so appealing about MAC lipsticks. Is it the brand? The packaging? The color range? The quality? For me I think it's a mixture of these things. When I buy MAC I know I am receiving a product which is loved world-wide and there's something so securing in that fact. The color range is one of my favorite things, and probably the worst thing.. as there is just too much to chose from! The Matte range is truly matte, the glaze, a glittery glaze, you actually get exactly what is advertised. My only con with MAC lipsticks is I find they don't have the best staying power, but in saying that, they are such a nice creamy consistency that I don't mind having to re-apply.
Tips: Prep your lips properly so that the lip stick is as long lasting as possible. Exfoliate, moisturize and line. For extra stay power, apply and let set, then hold a tissue over your lips while applying a finishing powder gently over your lips.