MAC - Lustre Twins Discussion

[erine1881]

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Originally Posted by MariahGem Is it just me, or do any of you guys find the gloss end of the ProLong Wears much more silky and smooth than normal lipglasses/lustreglasses?

because its not the same formula as the normal lipglasses. this is different. any other gloss besides these will break down the longwearing ability of the lipstick.

 

[elegant-one]

jenntoz - thanks for the swatches & pics they look great! I just love how your lips look *sigh* - they're beautiful

 

[jenntoz]

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Originally Posted by elegant-one jenntoz - thanks for the swatches & pics they look great! I just love how your lips look *sigh* - they're beautiful

Aw, you are so sweet

I forget, did you order the lippies? I love Boss brown, it is such a great neutral color. I am extremely tempted to get a back up cause I know I can wear it out & it will last all day & not be all over my face or teeth, lol

 

[M.A.C. head.]

I bought Coco Lust / Sexy Sweet and I LOVE IT!!!

It's very pretty with my skintone (I'm NW45) and it lasted foreeeeeeeever, well until I was READY for it to come off, then it came off very quickly and with no mess.

It's smooth, not sticky.

I recommend to atleast give them a try, but if you don't, MORE FOR ME

 

[elegant-one]

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Originally Posted by jenntoz Aw, you are so sweet I forget, did you order the lippies? I love Boss brown, it is such a great neutral color. I am extremely tempted to get a back up cause I know I can wear it out & it will last all day & not be all over my face or teeth, lol

yes, I got Ripe & Ready, Pink Air & Custom Rose...now you make me want Boss Brown

Its great that it stays all day.

"it will last all day & not be all over my face or teeth, lol"

^thats a good thing

 

[Sanayhs]

I love the one with Alta Moda, but... I know Cult of Cherry is going to kick my ass. What is a girl to do?

 

[elegant-one]

Finally, the brown truck arrived... I got my lusty twins. They are pretty.

Ripe & Ready is a pretty, bright pink coral. I only used one swipe & that was enough color for me. I love the lighter top coat color.

Custom Rose is a pretty plum rose on me.

Pink Air is a light dusty natural pink, great for everyday.

I have 2 of the older ones which were never too drying on my lips but the new ones are not dry feeling at all. I hardly even feel it on my lips. Its so awesome how it stays & stays but not all over your glass or coffee cup yay!

My favorite color is still Fully Charged - a gorgeous medium girly pink

 

[SuSana]

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Originally Posted by elegant-one Custom Rose is a pretty plum rose on me.

You're lucky! My package came at work so I put it on and at first it was a nice color but it started turning into a brightish pink, it was so weird. No matter how hard I tried to get it off it wouldn't budge so I had to go home at lunch to get a wipe to get it off! Too bright for my office. I like that it stayed on, but not when I wanted it to come off

I'm not giving up though, I'll try it again...at home.

 

[elegant-one]

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Originally Posted by SuSana You're lucky! My package came at work so I put it on and at first it was a nice color but it started turning into a brightish pink, it was so weird. No matter how hard I tried to get it off it wouldn't budge so I had to go home at lunch to get a wipe to get it off! Too bright for my office. I like that it stayed on, but not when I wanted it to come off I'm not giving up though, I'll try it again...at home.

I have a natural plum base to my lips so maybe thats why. Maybe try just a real thin swipe. Well at least you know they stay

I hope you end up liking it.

btw - I use MAC's gentle off eye & lip remover, it makes my skin really smooth afterward.

 

[meaghanb2926]

So I went to my local freestanding store and bought the boss brown...when I got home and opened it boss brown was on one side and a shimmery clearish color called mirror was on the other. I thought this was supposed to have a pink color on the other side? Did I get a dud?

 

[jenntoz]

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Originally Posted by meaghanb2926 So I went to my local freestanding store and bought the boss brown...when I got home and opened it boss brown was on one side and a shimmery clearish color called mirror was on the other. I thought this was supposed to have a pink color on the other side? Did I get a dud?

Its the old version. You wanted the new stuff with the colored gloss & they gave you the one with the clear

 

[i_luv_mac]

Does anybody know how the shades change when you put the top coat on them? I've been checking the Product Swatches page but ofcourse they are with the lip colour on one side and top coat next to it.

For example, does Ripe and Ready go lighter after adding Soft Lush on top? How does Red Flame change after adding Orange Flicker?

Thanks any feedback would be appreciated.

 

[concertina]

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Originally Posted by i_luv_mac For example, does Ripe and Ready go lighter after adding Soft Lush on top? How does Red Flame change after adding Orange Flicker?

I can actually answer this question!!!

I got Red Flame/Orange Flicker and to me, once layered, you have a dupe of Port Red.

I am *so happy* with this combo!!

 

[i_luv_mac]

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Originally Posted by concertina I can actually answer this question!!! I got Red Flame/Orange Flicker and to me, once layered, you have a dupe of Port Red. I am *so happy* with this combo!!

Is the colour a blue based red or like an orangey warm red? I don't think a blue based red would suit me.

Thanks

 

[sleepyhead]

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Originally Posted by i_luv_mac Is the colour a blue based red or like an orangey warm red? I don't think a blue based red would suit me. Thanks

i'd say the lipstick side by itself is quite neutral (neither blue based nor yellow based), but when you layer the gloss on top, it's defintely on the warm side

 

[lethaldesign]

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Originally Posted by i_luv_mac Does anybody know how the shades change when you put the top coat on them? I've been checking the Product Swatches page but ofcourse they are with the lip colour on one side and top coat next to it. For example, does Ripe and Ready go lighter after adding Soft Lush on top? How does Red Flame change after adding Orange Flicker? Thanks any feedback would be appreciated.

I got my Ripe & Ready in the mail yesterday. Super gorgeous coral pink shade... and i_luv_mac, yes the Soft & Lush top coat totally softens the brightness of Ripe & Ready. I don't think I'd ever wear Ripe & Ready alone without the top glaos because its quite vibrant on its own. But with the gloss over it, its absolutely stunning! Also, I've noticed that even as the gloss "wears off" the color on the lips stays that softer shade & does not revert back to a super bright shade. HTH!

 

[concertina]

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Originally Posted by i_luv_mac Is the colour a blue based red or like an orangey warm red? I don't think a blue based red would suit me. Thanks

No it's definitely a orangey warm red. Even the base by itself seems more warm than cool, to me.

 

[mac_aiken]

I picked up Ripe and Ready too. Didn't think I would be interested in any of these and now I have 5 of them. Wore the Ripe and Ready to work with a little bronzer and the new Dior Iconic mascara. Perfect office casual look for this N2/red hair/green eyes MAC addict. Hope they keep these around.

 

[ktdetails]

I want Alta Moda & Hip Love soooo bad. I need to go in the store an make sure I can stand the consistency... but I'm pretty sure I'm gonna love it. i've been looking for a color like that with staying power. Who ever posted the pic in the swatches section... THANK YOU!!

 

[mufiend]

I haven't found my Pink Air/White top to be too drying on my lips. The only thing is that the staying power of pink air only really lasts towards the outer half edge of my lips, but it does stay on until I remove it with makeup remover! Any tips on how I get it to stay on the inner part? is it because it's naturally more moist there?