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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:
2.3/5
10th December, 2013
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Loads of fab colours

I love all the colour varieties in the MAC lipstick range! In saying that though I will not be buying them anymore. I think for the price they are just not worth it, I usually do not mind paying a lot of money for MAC products as the quality makes it worth it, but the lipsticks are not! They tend to stain my lips and dry out and leave little peeling bits every time I use them! I exfoliate my lips and also use lip balms so they are always moisturised but these lipsticks seem to just dry them out. I know alot of people who use them and love them so maybe they are just not for me which is a shame because I really do love the colours!

Tips: Make sure you try them on before you purchase as they are not right for ll lips!

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Overall rating:
5.0/5
7th December, 2013
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Girl about town - amplified formula

Girl about town is absolutely insane. I love it so much! It's a violent blue based fuschia in amplified formula, so it is BRIGHT and it STAYS. It's blue based so makes teeth look pearly white. It's such a fab colour, a change up from my usual red! Love love looooove <3

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Overall rating:
4.7/5
7th December, 2013
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MAC Lipstick

These lipsticks are quite pricey in my opinion but they are really good. They feel great on your lips, look good and are long lasting. Very good quality lipsticks.

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Overall rating:
3.7/5
3rd December, 2013
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Choose for the colour, not the name.

MAC has an aura of quality and uniqueness. It would be easy to get sucked in by the name and not shop around for products that are equally as good. I have a few MAC lipsticks, but these were chosen for the colours, not the quality. MAC is often the first to release 'new' and unique colours and this has had me rushing out to purchase them in the past. However, in order to avoid the hefty price tag, a bit of research will enable you to find dupes at less than half the price. I have the MAC Saint Germain and LimeCrime Great Pink Planet lipsticks which are both very similar pinks, and I prefer the LimeCrime formula. It is less drying, longer lasting and doesn't peel. It is also cheaper! I don't mind paying for quality, but if I'm investing in a good quality lipstick I would now choose Lancome over MAC.

Tips: Do some research online and you will find cheaper alternatives to the MAC lipstick colours.

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Overall rating:
3.7/5
2nd December, 2013
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No good for me!

Unfortunately MAC lipsticks just don't work out on my lips, for some reason! I've tried all the formulas and they end up looking dry and peeling in only minutes after applying. I know this is just bad luck for me though, and as so many other people have no problem with them it's definitely not something wrong with the product!

There are so many different colours and formulas that it's no wonder MAC are so well known for their lipsticks. Colours like Morange and St Germain are iconic for being so bright and unique. MAC do so many gorgeous reds (Ruby Woo, Russian Red, Lady Danger for example) and heaps of great nudes too (Myth, Snob, Pure Zen).

Tips: Try before you buy, just in case!

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Overall rating:
5.0/5
2nd December, 2013
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Never thought I'd wear a bright red lipstick

I have a pale, pinky complexion and have spent my life staying away from all things bright red. That is until I tried MAC Ruby Woo for the first time. This is the perfect red lipstick for all skin tones and has a gorgeous matte finish. It stays on all day and looks amazing!

Tips: Be careful when taking sweatshirts off or putting them on that you don't rub them over your lips, because you will end up with bright red lipstick smudged all over your face! :)

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RC
3rd December, 2013

If you like Ruby Woo, try Russian Red next time you visit the MAC counter - RR is blue based, and I find balances well with my pinky pale complexion :) They're my two fav reds!

Overall rating:
4.7/5
2nd December, 2013
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Gorgeous lipsticks, but highly priced

I have only one MAC lipstick due to their price here in NZ (around $40 in NZ, $15 in the USA). However, I really love it. The colour is Syrup, and it's a cream style lipstick. It goes on very smoothly, and has a very good staying power for something that isn't matte. I really like it, but I won't be rushing out to amass a large collection when there are pretty decent lipsticks around the $20 mark available.

Tips: If you bring in 6 MAC packages - lipstick tubes, powder containers etc, you can choose 1 free lipstick!

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Overall rating:
4.0/5
1st December, 2013
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High quality indulgence

Not a necessity (you can get similar performance and quality from cheaper brands) but a MAC lipstick is a nice splurge if you feel like treating yourself - just make sure you are going for a colour that is worth the money and isn't easily dupeable by a cheaper brand to make sure you get your moneys worth. Always well pigmented, long lasting and delicious to wear with their creamy spicy indulgent vanilla scent. My picks are MAC Modesty (cremesheen which is a gorgeous nude brown pinky mauve), Twig (the perfect nude rose pink) and my all time fave Honey Love (the most perfectly balanced beige/brown/tan/pink/peach nude matte formula).

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Overall rating:
5.0/5
1st December, 2013
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Mac Lipstick

i honestly absolutely LOVE the mac lipsticks ! they are a holy grail product , and definitely continue purchasing them . they last for so long , the formula is long lasting , and very pigmented , so the colour is very prominent and true to what it looks like in the lipstick tube . not drying on the lips either which is a huge bonus . there are so many colours to choose from , such a range , so there will definitely be one for you !

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Overall rating:
5.0/5
29th November, 2013
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Life Changer...

So I never wore lipstick. Always said I was too pale, looked silly, didn't like the feel. Recently I was staying at a friends and while waiting for her tried on all her make up (yes like a little kid in a candy store) and I meet MAC..... I went the next day and brought my very first lip stick (Costa Chic). I get so many compliments and its soooooo nice to wear. It has left me wondering why it took me so long to see the light?!?!?!

Tips: Go to MAC and play. They are soooo friendly and always happy to help get a colour you like. They even let me wear a red I wasn't sure about for the day to see how it went. I am happy to report I went back and brought it. Have fun x

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isemonger
1st December, 2013

Glitterdoll53 lady danger was just used on every bridesmaid at my sister in laws wedding (they all raved about it) it's bold but clearly was a hit! I would also try their limited range which always has new goodies x Can't wait to see what you think!

Iamjessgrant
1st December, 2013

Thanks for the review, I think I will go into MAC and try some of the colours out, because they do have awesome reviews... what colours do you recommend?:)

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