Fact: Everybody loves MAC lipsticks. They’re super pigmented, they are sleekly packaged and they have clever little names. Some of them – like Ruby Woo – have even reached cult classic status.
MAC lipsticks definitely have a lot going for them. What’s not so great about them though? The price point, for one thing. They aren’t wildly expensive, but they’re not exactly college-girl-cheap. They’re also so popular that they’ve become common. Oh, and I’m allergic to something in their formula, so there’s that.
In light of this, I’ve figured out a few ways to achieve the same fun look MAC lipsticks are known for from other products. Shoutout to all the bloggers out there for sharing beauty tips and making this possible.
MAC lipsticks definitely have a lot going for them. What’s not so great about them though? The price point, for one thing. They aren’t wildly expensive, but they’re not exactly college-girl-cheap. They’re also so popular that they’ve become common. Oh, and I’m allergic to something in their formula, so there’s that.
In light of this, I’ve figured out a few ways to achieve the same fun look MAC lipsticks are known for from other products. Shoutout to all the bloggers out there for sharing beauty tips and making this possible.
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But, MAC Taupe ended up being the best color for me thus far to wear as a nude on a day to day basis. The brown undertones and mutedness of this product really make it perfect for someone with skin depth, mutedness and undertones close to mine. The ONLY reason I give 4 1/2 stars instead of 5 is because this lipstick is slightly thick.
- MAC Over the Taupe is a slightly warm-toned, medium taupe with a satin finish. It is a permanent lipstick that retails for $24.00 and contains 0.17 oz.
- MAC Taupe Color: Taupe’s color is a pretty brownish nude. If you want something natural yet gorgeous and pigmented this one is your choice. The texture is matte and it’s very long lasting. If you have dry lips I suggest you peel your lips first before wear MAC matte lipstick. Consistency: The MAC matte lipsticks have medium.
Ruby Woo dupe – Revlon ‘Really Red’: This is a similarly true shade of red – a bright, wearable shade that’ll flatter a lot of skin tones. I’ve heard the formula is a bit creamier, which is nice. This is also a much cheaper alternative to MAC’s color. Ca-CHING.
Angel dupe – Maybelline ‘Pink Please’: If that pale-and-frosted-lips look is your thing (it’s not mine at all but to each his own), then you should take this shade for a spin. It’s not quite as shimmery as MAC’s, but the pale, pink-tones color is pretty darn similar. I actually like the look of this better than the more expensive MAC version.
Impassioned dupe – Covergirl Triple Lipstick in ‘Watermelon’: I love ‘Impassioned.’ I don’t own it (I do own a few MAC colors even though there’s the whole allergy thing) or even anything similar to it, but I think it’s a fabulous color. It’s neon and vibrant and just so fun. The great thing about colors like this one is that they don’t have to be high-quality to look great. I’d invest in a classic red from a high-end company, but because these brights don’t have to look so perfect, you can totally rock a cheapie. That’s why you should just get Covergirl’s Triple Lipstick in ‘Watermleon’ instead.
Girl About Town dupe – NARS ‘Funny Face’: Girl About Town is crazy vibrant and just straight up awesome. I love the hot fuchsia shade so much, sometimes I’ll just wear it and let my lips suffer for a few days afterwards. But as great as this shade is, I think NARS ‘Funny Face’ is better. The finish is just more solid somehow. This is one case were the dupe is more expensive – but if you live for neon lips, it’s worth the investment.
Taupe dupe – Wet n’ Wild Liner in ‘999’: Mac’s ‘Taupe’ is neutral and endlessly wearable. It adds barely any color, but the little pigment it does have just even out the color of your lips and brighten your face. I discovered Wet n’ Wild’s 999 lipliner years and year ago. I can’t say I still use or even know it, but I do remember it being a very similar shade….and a very, very cheap one. I know you’re thinking ‘okay, but it’s a liner, not a stick.’ To that I say, just slick some chapstick over it to preserve the matte finish and go. Clear gloss would work too if you don’t mind some shine.
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If MAC x Ariana Grande Viva Glam Lipglass is my first MAC product, MAC Taupe is my first lipstick. Truth be told, I adore Lily Macapinlac‘s face (Lily Maymac on IG), especially her lips and her lipsticks so much as it complements her already beautiful face. Found out that she uses the matte Taupe so I readily purchased one. Guitar rig 5 2 2.
According to the MAC site, Taupe is a “Muted reddish-taupe brown [Matte]“.
Packaging: ★★★★★
A classic color in a classic MAC box, love.
A classic color in a classic MAC box, love.
Based on pictures online, it was not really obvious that MAC’s matte lipsticks are a bit tiny, daresay quite more narrow than the usual, compared to brands like Make Up For Ever, Revlon, Estee Lauder etc.
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Mac Mauve Lipsticks
Swiping once and swatching Taupe on my hand, it looks very ordinary. Like really ordinary. Yet somehow, it looks so great on v/bloggers I’ve seen. Oh, and have you seen KathleenLights with this on? God, she looks perfect!
The Lip Product: ★★★★☆
The Positives :
The Positives :
Texture: ★★★★★
The lipstick glided easily on my lips. This is definitely one of the lipsticks that are very convenient and trouble-free to use.
The lipstick glided easily on my lips. This is definitely one of the lipsticks that are very convenient and trouble-free to use.
Pigmentation: ★★★★★
It is very pigmented – I only swiped once and look how vibrant it is once applied!
It is very pigmented – I only swiped once and look how vibrant it is once applied!
Color: ★★★★★
Ugh, instantly falling in love with Taupe. It looks so beautiful on my lips (and I think, on everyone else’s). Taupe is a pretty brown shade with a red undertone, and it most certainly felt like an MLBB (My Lips But Better – Lipsticks that enhance your lip color; it is also the closest shade to your lips).
Hydrating: ★★★★☆
It felt rather… moisturizing as opposed to the matte liquid lipsticks that I use all the time. But, as I’ve said on my past Ariana Grande lipglass post, MAC seems to hate my lips and as moisturizing as it may seem on the first, it dries my lips sometimes (yes, with the skin sticking out of my lips I cringe ; v ;).
It felt rather… moisturizing as opposed to the matte liquid lipsticks that I use all the time. But, as I’ve said on my past Ariana Grande lipglass post, MAC seems to hate my lips and as moisturizing as it may seem on the first, it dries my lips sometimes (yes, with the skin sticking out of my lips I cringe ; v ;).
Mac Satin Taupe Dupe
Longevity: ★★★☆☆
Unfortunately, this lipstick does not last me a day – I have to retouch after eating and every after a couple of hours. Xee 3 5 2 download free. Just one wipe of a wet tissue easily erased the lipstick.
Unfortunately, this lipstick does not last me a day – I have to retouch after eating and every after a couple of hours. Xee 3 5 2 download free. Just one wipe of a wet tissue easily erased the lipstick.
Overall: ★★★★★
Still love Taupe nevertheless and will definitely purchase one again in the future!
Still love Taupe nevertheless and will definitely purchase one again in the future!
Mac Lustre Lipstick Colors
Store:
Uniqube in University Mall, Vito Cruz, Taft ave., Manila, PH (Lannel Boutique)
You could also purchase via MAC Cosmetics located usually in large malls like Mall of Asia, Robinson’s Manila, Greenbelt, SM Makati etc. Not to mention that you could also buy from their website ?
Uniqube in University Mall, Vito Cruz, Taft ave., Manila, PH (Lannel Boutique)
You could also purchase via MAC Cosmetics located usually in large malls like Mall of Asia, Robinson’s Manila, Greenbelt, SM Makati etc. Not to mention that you could also buy from their website ?
Mac Frost Lipstick Colors
Hope this review helps!
x,
Glenne Love
Glenne Love