As part of my recent haul, and at the ripe old age of 28, I purchased my first ever (yes, I know) MAC lipstick.
I'd been thinking about what shade I wanted for a long time as when I wear lipstick, I tend to go for either a really strong look, or something barely there. After a few hours of googling, and some swatching in store, I bit the bullet and decided to go for Russian Red.
Russian Red is a blue based, matte, classic red lipstick. It has a slightly vintage feel to it, and from what I've seen, suits most skin tones beautifully.
The formula is matte, but is still quite creamy on application. It's a tiny bit drying after a few hours wear, but nothing a slick of lip balm doesn't sort out.
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| Russian Red swatched |
This lipstick has been compared a lot to Ruby Woo, another matte red. I would say that the two are very similar in colour, but do vary in texture. Ruby Woo felt a lot drier and had no sheen whatsoever, whereas Russian Red feels more creamy and has a slight sheen to it on the lips.
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| Russian Red on the lips... |
I really love this lipstick. I think it's a classic shade that won't date, and I'm pleased it was my first MAC lipstick purchase.
Russian Red retails at £14 and can be purchased from MAC counters or online.
Love this shade, looks fab on you! xx
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Thank you! I think it would look great in most people :)
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Really lovely colour :)
ReplyDeleteIt's lovely, isn't it :)
DeleteI think you're gonna be hooked on MAC lipsticks from now on! :) I wanted to get Russian Red for ages, but now I have too many red lipsticks, so I'm gonna splurge on something else. ;)
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I could definitely get a mac lipstick problem ;)
DeleteGorgeous shade of red, it really suits you! xx
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It's my new favourite :)
DeleteLove the colour. Gonna do a post on my new lipsticks in a bit too x
ReplyDeleteLook forward to reading your post :)
DeleteSuch a beautiful shade! Really suits you!:D xxx
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DeleteHello my dear - I LOVE IT! Great minds think a like I have a post scheduled for tonight about my favourite winter reds. I also do not own any MAC lipstick. It should be a crime. xx
ReplyDeleteI love a red lipstick! Will pop over and read your post x
DeleteLovely shade - I've still to try MAC make-up too! Would really love a proper red lipstick but never know whether to go for a cool or warm shade. x
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Cool toned ones usually are good for pale skin, but go swatching to make sure! :)
DeleteThis shade is on my wishlist! It looks gorgeous on you :)
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Thanks :) it looks good on everyone that I've seen! X
DeleteI've wanted this since, well forever! Love the way it suits anyone and everyone. Never seen a FOTD that it looked bad on. x
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DeleteI love russian red but always been a bit nervous about getting because I'm so pale, this is a great post thankyou :) xx
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I think it definitely works on pale skin :)
DeleteLooks stunning on you hun!! you can't beat a classic red. x
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It's a gorgeous red x
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DeleteWow. You look amazing! Russian Red is definitely the perfect shade for you. =)
ReplyDeleteLooks lovely on you x
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I love that shade!! :D
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