MAC Cosmo

MAC describes Cosmo as pink coco. It has an amplified creme finish.

Under fairly clouded natural lighting

Cosmo is a lovely mlbb (my-lips-but-better) shade, flattering on almost all skintones. It's a warm, mid-tone pink that's perfect for everyday use or anytime you want a subdued/minimal makeup.

Warmer, natural lighting

Review Roundup: MAC Cosmo

Pros:
non-drying
great coverage

Cons:
Not long wearing

Overall:
4/5

Would I repurchase? Yes
Would I recommend? Yes

MAC Velvet Teddy

According to M.A.C, Velvet Teddy is a deep-tone beige. (I think this is one of MAC's few accurate lipstick color descriptions. Ha.) It is a neutral, deep beige so it's neither too warm nor too cool.

Although the finish is matte, it is non-drying. Just make sure to exfoliate the lips prior to application so it doesn't highlight cracks and flakies. And as expected of matte lipsticks, it is long-wearing.

one swipe

Velvet Teddy is a universally flattering shade. Fair ladies can get away with just this lipstick for a subtle or classic look and it won't make them look pale or ghostly. Medium or olive-skinned women may wear this with a smokey eye makeup and it can be very sexy. This can also be a great nude for those with deeper skin tones!

This is a versatile color that's perfect for any day or event. It is such a classic and elegant shade -- which is why I chose to wear it on my very special day, our wedding. I think it suited the occasion really well! Simple yet classy.

M.A.C Velvet Teddy will forever hold a special place in my heart.

Wearing Velvet Teddy on our Wedding Day.

Review Roundup: MAC Velvet Teddy

Pros:
non-drying

full coverage
long wearing

Cons:
(:

Overall:

5/5

MAC MLBB Lipstick Comparison ~ Swatches

Hi everyone! This is a quick comparison swatch post on my current MAC my-lips-but-better lipstick shades! They are Kinda Sexy, Faux and Cosmo.

M.A.C says:

Kinda Sexy: Neutral pinky-rose (Matte finish)
Faux: Muted mauve-pink (Satin finish)
Cosmo: Pink coco (Amplified creme finish)

Here are the swatches:

Kinda Sexy, Faux, Cosmo

Kinda Sexy, Faux, Cosmo

Under direct clouded sunlight

MAC Faux

Today's post will be a MAC product review (yet again). This time it's MAC lipstick in Faux. MAC describes Faux as a muted mauve-pink, it has a satin finish.

Faux is a perfect mlbb (my-lips-but-better) shade on me. The first time I swiped it on, I literally gasped in astonishment as it erased my dark lip lines and perfectly mimicked my natural lip color! Woohoo.

MAC Faux - outdoors, natural lighting

Faux looks very mauve-y on the tube, but don't let it scare fool you.

...Because when swatched, it is actually pink with just slight hints of mauve and brown. It had semi to almost full opaque coverage, with MAC's signature lovely vanilla scent. Faux wore well for 2 hours until it started to fade.

Ladies out there who have not-so-rosy lips (like me. boohoo!) rather a bit mauve-y, try MAC Faux. This might just be your perfect MLBB lipstick!

Review Roundup: MAC Faux

Pros:
non-drying
great coverage
lovely mlbb shade

Cons:
Not long wearing

Overall:
4/5

Would I repurchase? Yes
Would I recommend? Yes

MAC Please Me

Hi everyone! I'm quite giddy about today's post, which is my review on one of MAC's bestselling lipsticks of all time, Please Me. And no, I'm not excited for the reason that I finally got my hands on a cult favorite, but because of its color that is very unique to me. Really, it pleased me.

MAC Please Me - outdoors, natural lighting

Please Me is a matte lipstick that is described by MAC as a muted-rosy-tinted pink. I definitely see cool undertones in it so I personally describe it as a muted-raspberry pink.

Frankly, I was skeptical when I first got Please Me. Basing on the swatches online, I expected it to be warmer. Alas when I opened the box (this was mailed to me, purchased at MAC Trinoma) and ze eyes first saw the hints of berry in it, I was like, insert "oh." here with a disappointed happy face. imagine: (´・⌣ ・`)

I have strong yellow undertones, so I veer away from lip colors that has even the slightest cool tone to it. I guess I was traumatized by Bikini Pink from Bobbi Brown, a light blue-based pink recommended by the SA and my cousin who was there makeup shopping with me. I wasn't into lipsticks that time and didn't know the term "washing out" yet, but I knew I never looked good in it. Ugh. Nicki Minaj moments.

Anyway, when I swatched it on the back of my hand, the blue tones became less apparent.

And when I swiped it on my lips, it was just an "oh god" moment. I was pleasantly surprised by how good it looked and that it didn't wash me out. The blue tones were very, very minimal. It's a super pretty pink that makes you feel really feminine without being over-the-top barbie. Plus it's a bright color that's not too bold, something that's missing in my arsenal because I always tend to gravitate towards subtle pinks or MLBB's. I felt giddy after seeing myself on this and couldn't wait to go outside to do my errands. There was just so much excitement!

For a matte finish, this isn't drying at all. Apply lip balm beforehand and you're good to go. It had full coverage, and withstood my Infinitea milktea. Heheh. No retouch necessary, just had to press my lips together.

Overall, I'm extremely happy with this purchase, and Please Me really did please me!

Ciao!

Review Roundup: MAC Please Me

Pros:
non-drying

full coverage
long wearing

Cons:
(:

Overall:

5/5

Would I repurchase? YES YES YEEESSS! <3
Would I recommend? Yes

New MAC Lippies: Please Me and Faux

On my previous MAC Kinda Sexy post, I mentioned setting my eyes on more MAC lipsticks. Today I'll share with you guys my two new MAC lipstick purchases (YAAAYY!!!). They are Please Me and Faux.

Faux is described by MAC as a muted mauve-pink, which is quite spot on. It has a satin formulation. Please Me, on the other hand, is said to be a muted-rosy-tinted pink. I would personally describe it as a muted-raspberry pink. It is of matte formulation.

(L) Faux, Please Me (R)

I'll be posting the full review of Faux soon, while you can read Please Me's review here. :D These lipsticks are currently Php 1000 each here in the Philippines. I got these specifically at MAC Trinoma.

Ciao!

Feeling Sexy in MAC Kinda Sexy

Hiiiii theeeere! Feels great to be posting here, it's been a while, no? And it's been a VERY long while since my laptop got damaged, so when I went back to Manila, I couldn't post anything. I only had my smartphone with me and my Blogger app for android didn't really do -any- help with my posts. Haha anyway! I'm here at my home province again, probably for quite a looong time, or for good. I may be opening my own café soon (details on its way!!!) ehehe. Also, a lot has come up lately - really, really big news. Like, life-changing. Haha. Soooo my personal life kwentos later and beauty updates now. (:

Ladies, I have never owned a MAC lipstick before. I've owned a couple of MAC products here and there. But with lipsticks, I used to believe that theirs were too commercial. I think runway when I see their shades. I think crazy, loud colors. I've been to MAC counters and I've never been attracted to any of their shades. Also, I had this notion (influenced by the online community)  that their formulation wasn't great  for everyday use  (read: drying, hence unhealthy). And that was a deal breaker for me because I already have particularly dry lips to start with.

But anyway, fast forward to 2014. When I have already been lurking in Girltalk enough to realize that maybe, I have underestimated this brand's lipstick archive after all. Later I saw Solenn Heusaff's lipcolor on A & A Tonight and immediately fell in love with it. It was nude-ish, but could still look great even without the heavy eyes. It's sweet and innocent, yet sexy and sophisticated. I knew I had to have that color, though I never learned what its name or brand was.

Then I saw a swatch of Kinda Sexy online, and knew I have found the one. It wasn't available on our local counters though, so I had to preorder it. When the package came, I literally squealed in excitement. Amaaazeballs! It was exactly how I wanted it to be. The color on me was more than just nude... A nude that's full of color (oxymoron, yeah?). Pinky, peachy beige that made my lips look, errr, sexy? Hahaha. No kidding, I feel sexy when I wear this on. LOL.

A match made in heaven.

It's a matte formulation, but the great news is, it's non-drying. (yayay!) Provided you have to exfoliate and moisturize your lips prior to application. I have not worn this long enough to say it's that much long lasting, but I did have the chance of testing its mealproofness (LOL.) After some heavy afternoon snack at Hap Chan, there was only a little need for touchup.

My first MAC lipstick experience was overall so enjoyable that I can't wait for my next MAC lipstick purchase. I won't name my prospects yet but I'll introduce them once they're here. Heehee. <3