Today's blog post will focus on my favorite MAC lippies. So first and foremost, I should let it be known that MAC is my utmost favorite cosmetics brand. I find that the quality of their products are definitely worth the extra money you pay for them. It is true what they say: you get what you pay for!
MAC carries a large assortment of cosmetic items and makeup, including foundations, lipsticks, lipglosses, blushes, eyeshadows, pigments, mascaras, eyeliners, lipliners....the list goes on an on. They also carry very nice quality brushes, facial cleansers, primers, and all of that jazz as well.
What I think people love MOST about MAC, though, is their various limited edition collections. All cosmetic brands have collections, but MAC's collections, by far, are the most varied and anticipated by far. Don't believe me? Just hop on over to http://www.maccosmetics.com and see for yourself. By the time the public finds out about the online release of a new MAC collection, it's already sold out. Bummer, right? Well, yes and no. I think the popularity of the brand and it's collections brings an element of fun and excitement to the art of makeup collecting. It's almost like a friendly competition between online buyers. And...the good thing is, if you don't get what you want online, you can always just visit your local MAC store and purchase it there (just be quick about it!)
Anyway, let's get back to the topic at hand, shall we? I love MAC lip products and I have a pretty good collection. 30 lipsticks to be exact. By far not the most impressive collection, but a nice sizeable one, for sure. Needless to say it was a challenge to pick just 6 of my favorite colors. Well, I was up for that challenge and I have produced a video and added hi-def pictures and swatches of each. So...let's get down to business.
Here are the swatches, both in natural lighting and with flash:
with flash, from top to bottom: troublemaker, ravishing, lovelorn, sweetie, brave new bronze, and marquise'd
in warm lighting, no flash, the same colors as above
Why do I love this color? Because it's ultra fun and very flattering! I know many people have their concerns with glittery lipsticks, and I do as well. But this formula is especially made for wear on the lips, so the glitter particles, even though it's obviously there in a big way, are very small and completely wearable.
When to wear this color? Wear it to impress! I find this color would be best worn during that special night out with your significant other, or just a fun night out with the girls! Basically, if you are feeling a little flirty and are looking for some attention, then this is most definitely the color you need!
Here's a pic of me wearing Troublemaker Dazzle lipstick:
Next color up: the ever-so-popular Ravishing. Ravishing is Permanent! So it's readily available online and at all MAC counters and freestanding stores. Ravishing's formula is Cremesheen and the color is described as being a medium to dark coral orange with light shimmer. Ravishing is THAT color that looks great on every skin tone. Both warm and cool tones can rock this little lippie and look absolutely fabulous doing so.
Why do I love this color? I love corals and oranges in lipstick, so to have a lipstick with a little of both colors is just the best of both worlds. I definitely would call it an amplified peach more than anything, and it looks great when worn during those hot summer months.
When to wear this color? Anytime, day or night. I really love this color paired with a dewy foundation and a little shimmery bronze hi-lite action going on. This is definitely a shade for summer and other warm months, but if you wish to wear it the year round, that's fine, too.
Me rockin' Ravishing:
The next lipstick up for review is Lovelorn. Loverlorn is also a permanent color and is described as being an emotive blue-pink. On my pigmented lips, it comes across as a medium-toned true pink. The basic essential girly pink that all us ladies are required to have, that's Lovelorn. The finish is a lustre, which is my all-time favorite finish by MAC. It's glossy right out of the bottle, so no extra gloss is needed, unless it's preferred.
Why do I love this color? Because it's that pretty girly pink that, when you wear it, makes you feel like a princess. It's also flattering on all skin tones. I'll be honest. At first I didn't think this color would work for me, as it reads sort of blueish in the tube, but it definitely warmed up once applied on my lips and was very wearable for me. Warm, deep skin tones rejoice! Lovelorn is the perfect pink for us.
Lovelorn:
Okay, 3 down. 3 to go. Next lipstick in my top 6 is Sweetie. Aww, I just love Sweetie so much. It's a permanent color and is a lustre finish. The color is a sheer plum-raspberry and very flattering on all skin tones. Sweetie, tbh, may be my favorite lipstick out of the 6. I've had it for the longest and am sort-of attached to it. If I could save one color from my collection, this would be it! On my pigmented lips, Sweetie reads as a pretty mauve-berry pink and the lustre finish makes your lips look like you've been eating the sweetest berries in the garden.
Why do I love this color? It's just such a pretty color. It will complement and is wearable by women of any age. It's also great as a go-to color for everyday wear. It's just great all-around.
When to wear this color? Anytime, day or night, at work or out on the town. Sweetie will do the trick when you can't decide what shade you want.
Me and my Sweetie:
The next color I want to brag about is no stranger to bragging! Women of Color all across the land, near and far, who have been introduced to this lipstick has sang it's praises with the greatest fervor: Brave New Bronze. Brave New Bronze is, sadly, limited edition. It was introduced a few years ago in MAC's Style Warriors collection for Summer. It has a very soft, satin finish and the color is a beautiful neutral color with pink undertones. I have managed to hold on to mine because not only is the color extremely flattering; it's also the perfect nude!
Why do I love this color? It is THE perfect nude for me, which is a color that has been a challenge to locate. I finally am able to pull off the smokey eye look we all adore and feel confident that my lips are not washed out or too chalky-looking.
When to wear this color? This color is perfect for when you want to do a bold eye look. If the eyes have it, tone the lips down with this perfect, yet flattering in it's own right, nude.
Brave New Bronze:
Last, but most certainly not least on my list of top 5 MAC lipsticks is Marquise D' (pronounced "Mar-Keed") This color is also a limited edition color (MAC and their limited editions, gotta love 'em) and was released in the Wonder Woman collection. The color is described as being a semi-sheer pinkish nude and has a lustre finish. This pink is just so purrty (yes, I said purrty, lol) and can be worn as an everyday color by all skin tones. The great thing about this lip is that it is versatile, and will morph into new shades when paired with different lipliners. Their is a bit of shimmer to this one, which is noticeable when the light hits the lips just right.
Why do I love this color? It's my everyday go-to color if I just want a sheer wash of a soft pink on the lips. Another thing I love is how versatile this color can be when introduced with another color and how buildable it is on it's own.
When to wear this color? All day, every day. It's just a great all-around shade for any occasion.
Me and the Marquise D':
Make sure to check out this video which basically describes in greater detail everything I've just blogged about in this post, plus tips on finding limited edition and discontinued items:
I really hope this blog was interesting and informative to you guys! Comments are very welcome and encouraged!
Remember, makeup is fun and has it's place, but to behold your true beauty you don't need any of that. Just look inside yourself and be amazed!
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