MAC Lipstick Review

I have around 20 mac lipsticks and I'm obsessed! They are fantastic, the colour range, pigmentation, texture, (they even smell nice!) They have a range of different finishes so there if definitely something to suit anyone!

My first ever MAC product and lipstick is a major let down for me. I have Runway Hit A53 in matte finish and I do not like it. I like the packaging as it is super sleek, simple and elegant, however, when it comes to the actual lipstick I'm quite disappointed. Firstly, I've always wanted a matte finish, but I find that this is just so drying! Even though my lips will be soft and supple after wearing lip balm to sleep, this lipstick just dries out my lips in about 20 minutes. Also, I picked up this colour as I had swatched it on my hand and really liked it, but it just doesn't look good on my lips. The matte finish is definitely long-lasting though, and does not transfer easily. It lasts through hours of wear, but I just can't stand the dryness of it. I do like the vanilla scent though, but depending on my mood, it can be quite overwhelming. I feel that overall, MAC lipsticks are quite overhyped, though I'm not sure if that's just due to my first one being such a let down.

I would be keen in trying other finishes and shades, though for $40 per lipstick, I feel that I'd try some cheaper brands first because I just can't afford that on my student budget.

I have loved MAC lipsticks for the longest time and I will always continue to purchase these. I have a huge range of shades and finishes and thats why I love MAC lipsticks so much, because there are so many different shades to pick from and one to suit everyone and if there isn't one that you like then get in touch with MAC ASAP and complain because that just can't be possible.

My favourite finish of MAC lipstick finish is definitely the matte finish as they are extremely long wearing and they don't transfer easily.

I recently got this is cremesheen "japanese maple" after hearing so much hype about the MAC brand.

I found the packaging to be too "tamponesque" and very plain. The lids does stay on well though.

Application - very easy. Glides on nice and smoothly. Even with a nude I use a liner and it was very easy to blend the liner into the lipstick. Its quite hydrating so that's a bonus if you suffer from dry lips. It's quite creamy and I find that makes it easier to apply.

I didn't find it be very long lasting at all. I apply it and as soon as I have a drink or something to eat it's gone. That might be because I purchased a cremesheen rather than a more opaque shade - Not sure as this is the first MAC lipstick I have purchased.

Nice vanilla type taste as most of the other ladies have mentioned but I don't feel it lives up to its $40 hype. I'm really undecided if I will try another shade but will mull over that decision for a little while.

My two favourite MAC Cremesheen lipsticks are 'Speed Dial' and 'Crosswires'. These lipsticks are very easy to apply and they hydrate my lips, leaving them feeling soft and smooth. I can wear them for 1-2 hours without needing to reapply.

I was so generously spoilt rotten by the lovely Colleen who sent me craving as a random act of kindness and now I can say that I am completely addicted!

Firstly, the packaging is so sleek and simple. Although its simple it is of extremely high quality and there is no chance of this breaking easily or the lid coming off unexpectedly. This is great because you definitely want your $40 lipstick to be protected. The only thing is the colour isn't identifiable from the tube so if you're lucky enough to have quite a collection then I can see that being a problem.

The formula of the lipstick itself is unlike any other I have used before and as soon as I had it on my lips I understood exactly what all the hype was about. It is the most pigmented lippy I have by far and it is so velvety smooth when applied. It is incredibly nourishing and when it eventually does fade (after a fair few hours) it fades really naturally so no lipstick rings! My most favourite part though would have to be the scent - it smells like vanilla! DELICIOUS!

The shade I have is called craving and is a beautiful raspberry red. I think this shade is pretty universal as a few ladies I know have it and it looks beautiful on all of them. If you are starting out your MAC collection and are looking for something that is sophisticated and still wearable on an every day basis this is the shade for you.

I am absolutely head over heels in love and I plan on buying many more shades!

I got this given to me as a gift and I have to say it is fast becoming my favorite Lipstick ever! The colour is just amazing and i only had to reapply once during the day I cant wait to get more!!!

Good nice smelling product, goes on smoothly and lasts for hours, it's a nice pale pink almost nude shade, so it's good if you want to go for the nude trend but have a fear of your skin matching the lipstick! It has a nice gloss also

I have 4 mac lipsticks. Taupe, Velvet Teddy, Rebel & Ruby woo. I love the consistency of them all. Ruby woo would have to be my favourite. It is ultra matte but if applied after a lip balm I don't find it drying at all and it lasts all day. Velvet Teddy is the perfect nude, Taupe is a perfect 90's brown lipstick & rebel is the most amazing colour! So worth the money!!

Mac lipsticks are honestly my fav!! Have the best range of colours for whatever you would prefer. Which is good that you are able to choose colours that go well with with your skin tone with their wide range. They're so creamy and glide on so well and smoothly! Would buy all of them if I could! And let's not forgot about the scent! Smells like vanilla <3 all round love the lipsticks.