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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:
5.0/5
29th April, 2015
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Best lipstick around

As someone who hates high maintenance I long avoided lipsticks. After trying 3 different shades of matte finish MAC lipsticks I'm converted. They apply easily, stay put, and the colour stays strong for a good couple of hours through drinking & eating. Doesn't dry lips out either. I don't always use liner as it doesn't really need it.

Tips: MAC offer a free replacement when you bring in 6 empty ones so don't throw them away!

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Overall rating:
4.3/5
28th April, 2015
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MAC that!

Never have I had something so luxurious and elegant in the palm of my hand and it's all thanks to a lovely BR babe who allowed me to join the MAC Club. I am in awe of those who own a stock pile of these beauties in a tube. It would never have found it's way in to my hand because of the cost and my limited budget. The tube is uniquely MAC and I can instinctively point out a MAC lipstick from metres away. It has that curved top and that full black tube which makes it chic and fashionable no matter what trends come in or back in I should say.

The magic appears when you open that bad boy and wind up that highly pigmented bit of goodness. I smelt it first and oh what a heavenly sweet smell. It doesn't give off that yuck chemical smell that cheaper brands do. Next comes the gliding it on my lips and that is just as heavenly. The velvety smooth feeling and the effortless way it just goes on. I don't even have to gloss up afterwards because it's neither matte nor gloss it's in the middle and suits me perfectly. I love how it doesn't dry my lips out and it keeps them nourished and supple all day long. I had to reapply twice in the five hours I was out and oh what a time and product savior that is. I usually find myself reapplying at least 5 times in five hours with other lipsticks but not MAC. I am so happy to finally be a part of this club and vow to buy more in all of my favourite colours.....swoon.

Tips: Use a great lip scrub to keep those kissers smooth for a smooth application

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Overall rating:
3.0/5
26th April, 2015
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Great Colours

MAC are excellent go to if you have a colour in mind. they are BOUND to have it. However the formulars are varied, they are definitely not my HG, but they are definitely not the worst lipsticks i've used.

The things is with these, i find i can get a pretty good dupe (colours and formula) elsewhere MUCH cheaper. To me they are on par with NYX.

They aren't high end, and not quite drug store, they are drug store (quality) with high end price tags IMO.

Some are overly creamy and don't last, others are too drying (i'm looking at you ruby woo) but there are still some diamonds in there with snob being one of my faves.

overall some hit and misses, you can get what your looking for better/cheaper/higher quality etc elsewhere, but we cant always try every single brand to find that one lippy you have in mind.

Its good to have a such a huge selection in the one spot.

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Overall rating:
5.0/5
25th April, 2015
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Craving

I have a couple of MAC lipsticks but I thought this one was more fitting for the review as I am constantly craving more MAC lippys lol.

A friend of mine suggested I try Craving as she felt that it would suit pretty much everyone. So without hesitation I put it in my cart.

She could not have been more right. This is such a beautiful colour. It's a really subtle shade. It's quite noticeable but not an in your face colour if that makes sense. I instantly fell in love with it and I find myself reaching for this colour the most.

It's an amplified finish and I've noticed that I do need a few touch ups throughout the day. It's not very long lasting compared to my "All Fired Up" lipstick but that one is a retro matte finish so the staying power is ovbiously a lot better. I find with my all fired up lippy, I can eat and drink anything and not have to touch up afterwards because it wears really well. I do find that there is a hint of lipstick on my cup after drinking but it doesn't affect my lip colour at all. It's amazing!!

I love, love, love the smell of these lipsticks. They all smell like they want to be eaten. The sweet vanilla scent is heavenly. That is one of the main reasons why I quickly became addicted to them.

I find myself swatching my collection quite a lot because I'm obsessed with all the beautiful colours. And it almost feels surreal owning these beautiful products. I never thought I'd ever jump on the MAC bandwagon given how expensive they are in Nz, but because of Shaaanxo, I discovered youshop and that's how my addiction began.

I don't think I'd ever walk into a MAC store here and buy more products, I think it is far too expensive so for all my MAC essentials, I will stick to the official website so my collection can continue to grow.

Every girl needs a beautiful MAC lipstick. Even if it's just 1. Find your perfect shade, buy it and own it xx

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Overall rating:
4.3/5
25th April, 2015
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Stay Baby, Stay

I just got my first two to see how they go. I've got Kinda Sexy which has become my staple nude/ apricot for a finished look that's not too extreme. And I've got Russian Red, which is a bold red carpet red.

The colours are definitely gorgeous. If I could take every colour home I'm sure I would try every colour in turn! Oh how I wish I had more $$!

I love the matte finish! It makes it feel more secure!

The only thing that I'm looking for again and again in lippy is staying power. It's definitely gone as soon as you take a sip of wine or eat something. But then again, no lippy has given me everything I want in this regard. Any tips would be so appreciated!

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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:
5.0/5
24th April, 2015
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Don't start or you will not stop!

I was lucky enough for a friend to purchase for me my first MAC lippie in the cult fav colour St Germain. I had MAC foundations and primers already but never seen the point in having lipsticks worth so much... until I tried it. I now have 10 shades in my collections in the past 12 months. The colours are on point, the packaging feels expensive and I love all the formulations. Lasting power does vary lippy to lippy but I can say I am hooked! They are a worth while investment

Tips: So much cheaper if you can get your hands on it from Canada or America. I have used YouPost to get it from America.

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5.0/5
24th April, 2015
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First time Mac buyer !

I recently purchased my first mac lipstick after getting over have to re apply every half hour and bad quality drug store lipsticks. I am so Impressed at the staying power and quality ! I applied Mac "modesty" at 9am and didn't have to reapply till late afternoon, I also didn't get and clumping in he corners etc I would highly recommend these lipsticks since I got my first iv gone and bought more colours!

Tips: Lip liner ! Best defined finish for bright colours and stops any lipstick from bleeding etc !

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Overall rating:
5.0/5
22nd April, 2015
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Not big on lipsticks but love

Lets face it, everyone loves MAC lipstick. They range of texture, the range of colours, the feel of putting it on in public with that infamous black bullet. I rarely use lipstick but if I do it is a MAC. Wear a lip liner though, just to increase the stay power.

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5.0/5
20th April, 2015
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OML

Oh my lord-My all time fav lippie of all lippies (Rebel, Sin, Angel, Teddy and Please Me to name a few of my favs!!!) You cannot go wrong with a MAc in your handbag-be careful though once you invest in one you'll need them all in your life. Just the feel of this stuff on your lips compared with other lippies is enough to have you sold!!! FIVE STARS

Tips: A MAC lippie and a MAC liner is all anybody really needs in their life :D

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