MAC Frost Lipstick New York Apple - Review, Swatches

If it wasn't for the Pixiwoo sisters, I would have totally ignored this very pretty shade from MAC. Frost finishes are something that I run away from so whenever I go to a store, it's always the matte, amplified, cremesheen and satin lipstick finishes that get my attention and love. But after watching one of Nic's videos where she applied New York Apple and looked gorgeous, I just had to check out the shade for myself. I did, I fell in love and wondered how on earth could I not have noticed this earlier!

New York Apple is a berry based red with light pink/raspberry and gold shimmer. The shimmers are not OTT but blend in beautifully with the color to give a radiant glow to the lips. It's red but not a very 'in your face' red so perfect for those who are apprehensive of bright red lips. Frost finishes usually go on quite sheer but not New York Apple. The pigmentation and coverage it gives is as good as the other finishes and the texture is very creamy as well. New York Apple lasts on me for about 4 hours and it fades evenly without staining the lips. If you have a gold lip gloss, try layering it on top of the lipstick or just dab a bit of gold shadow at the center and apply clear gloss if you want some extra oomph. Looks lovely!

New York Apple is part of the permanent collection so you can get it anytime. Like all MAC lipsticks, it is priced at Rs 990.

What do you think of the shade?

MAC Viva Glam I Lipstick - Review, Swatch

MAC is repromoting the first Viva Glam lipstick in its Viva Glam The Original Collection for Fall 2013 so I thought I should remind all of you pretties what a gorgeous shade this is. This lipstick was first launched in 1994 (yes it's really been around that long!) and featured the original Viva Glam girl, Ru Paul. Every Viva Glam lipstick sold goes to the MAC Aids Fund to help people living with HIV/AIDS so when you buy one, you do contribute in a small way towards making the world AIDS free.

MAC has made many reds after Viva Glam I but this one is a true classic. It's universally flattering and this deep retro red lipstick looks gorgeous on everyone. The red has a bit of brown in it therefore making it even more suitable for warmer skin tones. The packaging of all Viva Glams is different from the usual all black bullet. This one has a bit of red in it as well.

The lipstick has a matte finish but feels so comfortable on the lips. No dryness, no tugging, no pulling at all. It just glides on the lips beautifully and stays put for nearly 6-7 hours. I've already mentioned what a gorgeous red this is and the pigmentation is also super. One swipe is all you need to get classic red lips and I can assure you whenever you wear this, you are bound to get compliments. I get them all the time and I've also had random women coming up to me and asking what shade I've worn.

This is the lipstick that started it all so it is pretty special. MAC has also launched the Viva Glam I lip glass in The Original Collection so you might want to check that out too if you are a fan of the lip glass formula. Amidst the Limited Edition launches and the permanent shades we tend to ignore the Viva Glams but there are some real gems in there. And the best of the lot to me is Viva Glam I. Do check it out next time you are at a store. Price is Rs 990.

Have you tried any of the Viva Glams?

MAC Candy Yum Yum Matte Lipstick - Review, Swatches

In my eternal quest to lose weight, I am again on a diet. Well not really a diet per se but just trying to eat healthy and limit my intake of fried foods and sugary treats. And believe me it's a pain! Everytime I see a chocolate cake, my heart goes 'Oooo yess grab it' and my head goes, 'that's 500 calories you dimwit. Put it back'!! So basically candies and chocolates are a big no no for me now. But what I am going to indulge in shamelessly is this new candy in town. MAC's brand new addition to the line of permanent lipsticks in India - Candy Yum Yum!

This is not really 100% new. It's been around for long and launched in LE collections earlier. Last year it earned itself a place in the permanent lineup in the US and ever since I saw the pictures, I've been craving for it. The color is a neon magenta pink with cool blue undertones and believe me this baby is BRIGHT. Party Parrot, Pink Pigeon, Impassioned are actually babies in front of this. You need to grab attention, two swipes of Candy Yum Yum will do the work for you.

The color is gorgeous but it needs some work to make it look gorgeous. You have to exfoliate your lips before wearing the lipstick else it will latch on to the dry bits, make every lip line very prominent and start flaking away very soon. Even though this is a matte finish, I did not find it to be particularly drying. There is a creaminess to the texture that makes it very comfortable to wear. Even though the color is so bright, it does not really go opaque in one swipe. You will need a couple to cover your lips completely. Candy Yum Yum lasts for about 6 hours and leaves a bright pink stain on fading which looks very pretty as well.

This is a color that looks scary in the tube but on the lips is fab! Even though this has blue undertones, I feel it will look best on darker skin tones than on the fairer ones. When you are wearing this, make sure only your lips are in focus. Keep the rest of the makeup to a minimum. A winged liner, a wash of light color on the lids, a light blush, neon pink lips and you are out to rule the world.

This is how the color looks on me. My camera absolutely refused to capture the gorgeousness of the shade in its entirety and I dunno why the blue undertones are so prominent when it's actually a lot pink. I clicked nearly 20 pics, got frustrated and did not have the energy to click more. So here's the best of the lot.

Pssst....a very very close dupe of Candy Yum Yum is the Maybelline Vivids in Fuchsia Flash. Saw the pictures online and they look exactly the same just with a different finish. But then Maybelline refuses to launch the Vivids in India God knows why so if you can't get the Vivids, your best bet is to go buy the MAC original for Rs 990. Check out and see the "lipstick dreams were made of"!

Do you like wearing bright lip colors? What's your favorite?