Best & Worst of MAC Grand Illusion Liquid Lipcolours (Fall 2018)

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MAC Grand Illusion Liquid Lipcolour
MAC Grand Illusion Liquid Lipcolour
MAC Grand Illusion Liquid Lipcolour
MAC Grand Illusion Liquid Lipcolour
MAC Grand Illusion Liquid Lipcolour
MAC Grand Illusion Liquid Lipcolour
MAC Grand Illusion Liquid Lipcolour
MAC Grand Illusion Liquid Lipcolour
MAC Grand Illusion Liquid Lipcolour
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This past month, MAC Grand Illusion Liquid Lipcolour ($21.00 for 0.17 fl. oz.) saw the release of 10 more shades, which I’ve just wrapped up reviewing and can share with you the winners and losers… The formula is described as “packed with iridescent pearls” and have a “refreshing cooling sensation that makes lips feel instantly fuller.” They’re pretty glosses, as long as opaque coverage and non-sticky aren’t requirements; they’re more medium to semi-opaque, have some tackiness, but go on smoothly and are comfortable to wear. They have a minty taste and subtle tingle (for about 15-20 minutes), which isn’t the typical scent for MAC (vanilla is). They wore between four and five hours typically.

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Glossover Breakdown
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5
B
5
C
0
D
0
F
0
88%
Average
Glossover Averages
product
8.5
pigmentation
8.5
texture
9
longevity
9
application
5
Total
88%
product
8.5
pigmentation
8.5
texture
9
longevity
9
application
5
Total
88%
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Janice
Medium, Peach, slight yellow undertones. View Janice Full Profile

I have Ruby Princess, It’s Just Candy, Spoil Yourself, & Goldieloxxed on my list, lol. Can’t wait to check these out this week. Me thinks I’ll go home with Ruby Princess for sure, & maybe one other. Hope I don’t like all 4, lol.

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Mags

I picked up It’s Just Candy but had to return because it since I had an allergic reaction to it. Not sure what it was in the formula that didn’t sit well on my lips, but no pretty color is worth discomfort.

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