BEAUTY: THE GREAT KISS OFF 2014- MAC LIPSTICK IN REVIEW

Evening all! It's Valentine's Day and I thought I'd celebrate this glorious day of love with one of my favourite products ever! I don't normally buy expensive make up and Boots is usually as adventurous as I get, but since coming to France I have learnt that it's better to spend a little bit extra for great quality! So tonight I will be reviewing a lipstick by MAC in Pink Plaid. 

Packaging

As always, the lipstick came in MACs sleek black and white box. But the tube of lipstick itself is what I love. I never used to wear lipstick due to the fumbling about getting tubes of colour out of my bag and being embarrassed by the gaudy plastic casing. This lipstick is classy to look at and sits neatly in my handbags lipstick pouch! 

Colour

I would describe this colour as a cool pink. Perfect for the winter months, it is just pink enough to brighten up my face. I would say it will be fantastic for the approaching spring months as the colour is warm enough to look like your lips but better! 

 Application

This lippy is matte and from past experiences, I expected it to be difficult to apply, rough almost. But I simply cannot fault it as it glides on smoothly leaving a neat finish. 

How does it feel? 

Just because of the Matte finish on this product, it doesn't mean there's no moisture! I have been wearing this all winter and I haven't felt the need to layer on lashings of lip balm at all. It looks matte, feels nice on the lips and looks ace. 

L-R: Natural Collection Moisture Shine in Pink Mallow, MAC Pink Plaid, Barry M number 73

Longevity

I found that this lipstick lasts for a good few hours and can withstand the odd coffee or a bit of light smooching, but if you're going out for dinner then it's best to take it with you and reapply post-meal!

Like your lips... But better!

I never normally wear lipstick on a daily basis but lately I've been feeling very pale so I've been wearing this product quite a lot. I love it and would definitely recommend spending over £10 for a good long lasting lipstick with a nice finish. For me MAC could provide that lipstick in a colour I love. 

Overall I would give the product an 8/10.

Anyway, as it's Valentine's Day I am off to drink a bottle of wine and skype some lovely people who are not currently in Lyon. Anything else you would like to know just leave it in the comments below. Hope you're well!
Peace xoxo