Right, so seeing as I got the first ‘proper’ post out of the way, I thought I’d delve deeper into lipsticks and base my second proper post on said topic too! So you should know by now that I didn’t start off appreciating the importance of lipsticks. I guess you could call me a late bloomer in that respect but once I did get going I have realised that applying a bit of lippie really can provide that finishing touch to complete any makeup look.
In the past I have tended to go for the easier option of purchasing a universally nude shade rather than go for a more noticeable vibrant lipstick. After growing bored of my collection of nudies I decided to be slightly more daring and hunt for a pinkier shade which would not look harsh against my asian skin tone. I’m generally an NC42 kinda shade which would constitute a cool undertone in Mac terms...
So off I marched to my nearest Mac store (the new store in Stratford Westfield had just opened and I was looking for an excuse...) to find a lipstick which did not fit the usual criteria. I must have spent a good 10 minutes swatching eligible lipsticks and admiring the spectrum of shades and finishes available, and could easily have spent another 10 minutes (easily done I know), before a lovely assistant asked if she could help. I explained that I only ever wore nude shades and was after a nice pink or coral lipstick. She instinctively grabbed a few shades and within seconds I was in front of a large mirror getting ready to trial the colours. The first we tried was ‘Lovelorn’ and I have to say, it was love at first sight! This was the perfect definition of what I was looking for. I did not want a complete bubblegum, barbie pink.
I wanted something wearable, which would suit my skin tone but at the same time make a statement. This lipstick ticked all of the boxes – I could not stop smiling and then realised that I should perhaps stop before the kind assistant wondered which asylum I’d escaped from and move slowly away from me...
I wanted something wearable, which would suit my skin tone but at the same time make a statement. This lipstick ticked all of the boxes – I could not stop smiling and then realised that I should perhaps stop before the kind assistant wondered which asylum I’d escaped from and move slowly away from me...
I did come away from this particular shopping trip with a couple more Mac lipsticks – I will post reviews on the other purchases but as this post is about my all time favourite Mac lipstick, I thought it unfair to give a mention to the others.
I truly heart this lipstick; however, as this lipstick is a Lustre finish, it probably won’t be a fave for all. Lustre lipsticks tend to be less pigmented as they provide slightly more moisture to the lips along with a sheeny finish which is great for my dry lips.
What do you guys think and do you have a favourite pinkie toned lipstick?
Best,
Rakhsana
xx
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