I'm a lipstick hoarder, I hold my hands up completely so I thought I'd delve into my collection of MAC Cosmetic lipsticks to show you my five favourite shades, the five I'd rush out and buy again if I ever broke, lost or finished one. I've got a nude, a pink, two different reds and my fail safe dark lippy and I'd say these were a pretty good starting point if you're looking into MAC for the first time.
Brave
I only purchased Brave last year after borrowing a friend's before an event and it was pretty much love at first application. I bought it two days later. Brave is my go to Nude from MAC. It's quite warm and described as a pink beige with white pearl. I find this a little brown on me, it's essentially my Velvet Teddy and it's such an easy to wear shade. This is usually hanging around in my bag somewhere too as I can't be without it.
Pink Nouveau
This was the second MAC lipstick I ever bought and it's still a firm favourite. Pink Nouveau is my spring/summer shade, it's my perfect candy pink and it lasts for hours. Again in a satin finish, it doesn't transfer too much so you barely have to reapply and it looks fab with a tan. It's the one lippy I always pack when I go on holiday as it's great for day or night.
So Chaud
This beautifully matte, orange red is my favourite lip shade, EVER. I will recommend this left, right and centre and it will never leave my collection. It gives such an intense colour on the lip and lasts for hours! Their matte lipsticks can be quite drying but this is slightly creamier than most. You do still need a little bit of prep work but the end result is 100% worth. It's my most used shade and one I would buy again and again.
Ruby Woo
Ahh Ruby Woo, the one red I think every woman should try at least once. It's very matte and needs some serious lip prep to wear this but the end result is 100% worth it as it's such a stunning shade. A vivid blue based red that instantly makes any outfit that little bit special whether you're dressed casual or you're ready to hit the town.
Sin
Sin is my newest addition, bought via Back2Mac in the early Autumn. I wanted a new dark lip for autumn/winter and after looking up swatches I was already decided on Sin before I walked in. I own Diva and the two are very similar but there is a definite difference between them. Sin is described as a deep, dark blue red and Diva is more burgundy based, both beautiful, both matte and both last for ages. If you're looking for a dark lip to add to the collection then Sin is the one.
So those are my faves, what are yours?
Brave looks so nice! I own Velvet Teddy but it's a bit dark for me, I definitely need to pick it up :) xo
ReplyDeleteBrave would be great for you if find Velvet Teddy a bit too dark xx
DeleteI have Brave, it's so nice and it was my first one! I also have Captive and Velvet Teddy which is my newest addition!
ReplyDeleteEve | missglamorousgiraffex.blogspot.co.uk
I've seen a lot about Captive, I must check it out xx
DeleteBrave is my go to nude from MAC too, it was also the first lipstick I even purchased from the brand so it holds a special place in my heart! x
ReplyDeleteJodie // Jodie Loue
Ahhhh So Chaud was my first xx
DeleteAll of these shades are really nice!
ReplyDeleteI love So Chaud and Ruby Woo the most, going to get them so thanks for sharing :)
Neeny | Spoon Full Of Yum
Thank you! Lemme know what you think if you buy them xx
DeleteI love Relentlessly Red, bit drying but it's a beautiful colour. Ruby Woo is definitely on list to try next, such a beautiful shade. x
ReplyDeleteReverie de Paris
I've never looked at Relentlessly Red, I'm such a red fan so will check it out xx
DeleteThese swatches are just gorgeous! My fave MAC lipstick is probably Mehr. It's the one I wear most often. xx
ReplyDeleteKirsty - Life in Excess
So bright and colourful! I've had that on my list for a while now xx
DeleteI don't own any of these which is totally shameful, I really need Brave and have wanted to for a while actually, I feel like I need a treat ;) xxx
ReplyDeleteBlondeOfCarbs
Get it gurllll! xx
DeleteFab post lovely, some really great picks! Brave is such a gorgeous shade and definitely a favourite of mine also! :) I agree I think Ruby Woo is a shade everyone should try as it’s just for me the best red out there. I’m a big fan of Creme Cup and Diva also :)
ReplyDeleteCharlee XO | CharmedCharlee
Thank you sweetie! I love Diva too! xx
DeleteI have Diva and Sin, but definitely prefer Sin!xx
ReplyDeleteLaura | Lala London: Beauty & Lifestyle
I do too! xx
DeletePlease Me and Sunny Seoul are two of my absolute favourites and a must have if you don't already have them! I like to think of Sunny Seoul as the older, more mature sister of Costa Chic!
ReplyDeletehttp://dashofbeautyxo.blogspot.co.uk
I don't have either! I must add them to my collection! xx
DeleteI really want to try Brave! Ruby Woo is so pretty as well :) Lovely pictures! xx
ReplyDeletewww.chasingbelle23.blogspot.co.uk
Thank you lovely! Definite must haves you need to try xx
Deletei love your picks! I am a complete lipstick hoarder too! Sin is one of my favourites - if you want to be even more brave Media is a complete knockout!x
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Thank you.. I've wanted Media for some time now, I may pick it up later this year xx
DeleteI love your picks, and you have me so curious about that orange red. Dang so chaud I can see you being mine soon! My top picks are honey love & Mehr!
ReplyDeleteHttp://www.makeerinover.co.uk
Thank you, So Chaud is just incredible.. I love it so much xx
DeleteI looove so chaud, it's one of my favourite orange reds along with chili. I'm not much of a nude person but I tried brave at my friends st the weekend and now really want it, such a nice shade. Sin looks beautiful though, you can't have too many dark lipsticks right? xx
ReplyDeleteTamz | http://www.throughneweyesx.com
I have Chili too! My sister bought it for me and it's just such a gorgeous red xx
DeleteI only ever invested in Velvet Teddy and I love it! Might as well buy a couple more... :-)
ReplyDeleteHaha always ;) xx
DeleteOoh good choices, I really love Ruby Woo. I think I need to invest in Brave! xo
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Thank you sweetie xx
DeleteMAC Sin is one of my favorites too and the other day I w just telling my sister.
ReplyDeleteNashia | MakeupandBeautyMayhem
It's such a fab shade! xx
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