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MAC Raizin Blush

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Christine | Updated: 10/04/15October 04, 2015

MAC Raizin Blush ($17.00 for 0.21 oz. pan-only) is described as a "golden reddish-brown." It's a slightly muted, medium-dark chocolate brown with warm, yellow undertones and a matte finish. MAC Swiss Chocolate (P, $24.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar). Makeup Geek Chivalry (P, $10.00) is cooler (90% similar). Bite Beauty Anise (P, $24.00) is glossier (90% similar). MAC Naturally Enhanced (LE, $34.00) is more muted, cooler (85% similar). NARS Melina (Contour) (PiP, ) is darker, cooler (85% similar). The Estee Edit Ember Glow (04) (P, $28.00) is cooler (85% similar). MAC Sweet As Cocoa (P, $24.00) is more shimmery (85% similar). Chanel Cheeky (79) (DC, $38.00) is lighter (80% similar). Anastasia Chocolate (LE, ) is lighter, cooler (80% similar). Anastasia Vegas (LE, ) is lighter (80% similar). See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

MAC Raizin Blush ($17.00 for 0.21 oz. pan-only) is described as a "golden reddish-brown." It's a slightly muted, medium-dark chocolate brown with...

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MAC Rhubarb Blush

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Christine | Updated: 10/03/15October 03, 2015

MAC Rhubarb Blush ($17.00 for 0.21 oz. pan-only) is described as a "bright magenta [with a Satin finish]." It's a bright, raspberry pink with cool, blue undertones and satin finish. Tom Ford Beauty Narcissist (LE, $60.00) is more shimmery, darker (95% similar). Anastasia Basically (PiP, ) is lighter (90% similar). By Terry Tropical Sunset #3 (LE, ) is lighter, more muted (90% similar). Sephora Hey Jealousy (17) (P, $14.00) is lighter, more muted (90% similar). MAC Pink Desire (LE, $24.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar). MAC Let's Be Friends (LE, $24.00) is lighter (90% similar). Make Up For Ever B218 (P, $23.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar). Clinique Berry Pop (03) (P, $21.00) is lighter (90% similar). MAC Rosy Does It (LE, $30.00) is more shimmery, lighter, more muted (85% similar). ColourPop Seed U Later (DC, $12.00) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar). NARS Coeur Battant (P, $30.00) is cooler (90% similar). Salt New York Blackberry (P, $16.00) is more shimmery, lighter (85% similar). MAC Azalea (P, $24.00) is more shimmery, lighter, brighter (80% similar). Wayne Goss Shocking (PiP, ) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (80% similar). Makeup Geek Rendezvous (P, $10.00) is lighter, more muted, warmer (80% similar). See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

MAC Rhubarb Blush ($17.00 for 0.21 oz. pan-only) is described as a "bright magenta [with a Satin finish]." It's a bright, raspberry pink with cool,...

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MAC Deep Love Lipstick

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Christine | Updated: 9/29/15September 29, 2015

MAC Deep Love Lipstick ($17.00 for 0.10 oz.) is described as a "deep brown wine [with a Matte finish]." It's a dark burgundy-brown with warm, brick undertones and a semi-matte finish. MAC Antique Velvet (P, $19.00) is cooler (95% similar). Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics Anita (DC, $18.00) is cooler (95% similar). Urban Decay Disturbed (DC, $18.00) is cooler (90% similar). ColourPop Lax (DC, $6.50) is less glossy (90% similar). MAC Double Fudge (P, $19.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar). ColourPop Prim (P, $7.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar). Tarte Grunge (P, $20.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar). Tarte Frenemy (P, $20.00) is cooler (90% similar). Sephora Autumn Wind (54) (P, $14.00) is lighter, less glossy (90% similar). Too Faced Chocolate Cherries (P, $21.00) is cooler, glossier (95% similar). ColourPop Thousand Percent (LE, $6.00) is lighter (90% similar). Marc Jacobs Beauty Editrix (250) (P, $30.00) is lighter, glossier (90% similar). MAC Velvet Teen (P, $20.00) is lighter, cooler (85% similar). Burberry Black Cherry (57) (P, $34.00) is darker, cooler (85% similar). ColourPop Chola (LE, $7.00) is lighter (85% similar). Tarte Manbun (P, $20.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar). Bite Beauty Whiskey (DC, $26.00) is darker, cooler (85% similar). Pat McGrath McMenamy (LE, $38.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar). ColourPop Rooch (LE, $6.50) is lighter, warmer, less glossy (85% similar). MAC Velvet Rebellion (LE, $19.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (85% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

MAC Deep Love Lipstick ($17.00 for 0.10 oz.) is described as a "deep brown wine [with a Matte finish]." It's a...

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MAC x Mariah Carey All I Want Lipstick for Holiday 2015

Year: 2015 Launches

Christine | Updated: 9/29/15September 29, 2015

Year: 2015 Launches

MAC x Mariah Carey All I Want Lipstick for Holiday 2015

All we want this holiday is M·A·C Mariah Carey, featuring All I Want Lipstick in a champagne shimmer frost. One shimmery swipe makes lips as fierce and timeless as the icon herself. Online exclusively in select markets this December.

“Mariah is the over...

MAC Stroke My Ego Pro Longwear Paint Pot

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Christine | Updated: 9/29/15September 29, 2015

MAC Stroke My Ego Pro Longwear Paint Pot ($22.00 for 0.17 oz.) is described as a "pale silver shimmer." It's a soft, medium-dark taupe brown with warm undertones and a pearly shimmer. Clarins Nude #3 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar). MAC Bounce Around (LE, $22.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar). NARS Stag Film (LE, $29.00) is darker (90% similar). Ciate Ellie (LE, ) is warmer (90% similar). Tom Ford Beauty Lilac Dream #3 (PiP, ) is cooler (90% similar). Guerlain Taupe Secret (01) (P, $34.00) is lighter (90% similar). YSL Golden Glow #5 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar). Cle de Peau Champagne Supernova #3 (PiP, ) is warmer (90% similar). BH Cosmetics Foil Eyes #16 (PiP, ) is lighter (90% similar). MAC Divine Rule (LE, $17.00) is warmer (90% similar). Buxom Sequin Sparkle (LE, $12.00) is less shimmery (90% similar). Laura Mercier Stellar (PiP, $22.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar). Wet 'n' Wild Silent Treatment #4 (PiP, ) is less shimmery (90% similar). Tarte Wave (LE, ) is less shimmery (90% similar). Tarte Steel the Scene (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar). Chantecaille Triton (P, $34.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar). MAC Vintage Selection (P, $23.00) is warmer (90% similar). Clarins The Essentials #5 (LE, ) is darker, warmer (85% similar). Dior Rose Garden #5 (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (85% similar). Zoeva Wrapped in Silk (PiP, ) is less shimmery, cooler (85% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

MAC Stroke My Ego Pro Longwear Paint Pot ($22.00 for 0.17 oz.) is described as a "pale silver shimmer." It's a...

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MAC Warm Soul Mineralize Blush

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Christine | Updated: 9/29/15September 29, 2015

MAC Warm Soul Mineralize Blush ($27.00 for 0.10 oz.) is described as a "mid-tone beige with gold pearl." It's a medium, peachy-orange with hints of beige and soft, gold shimmer. Urban Decay Streak Bronzer (-, )(95% similar). NARS Now or Never (LE, $30.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar). Tarte Sensual (P, $29.00)(85% similar). ColourPop Mercy Me (P, $8.00) is less shimmery (90% similar). Makeup Geek Infatuation (DC, $9.99) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar). MAC Linda (LE, $24.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar). ColourPop Matchmaker (LE, $12.00) is less shimmery, darker, more muted (85% similar). Urban Decay Indecent (DC, $26.00) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar). MAC Cream Soda (LE, $24.00) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar). Too Faced Pinch My Peach (P, $30.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar). Essence Satin Coral (P, $2.99) is cooler (85% similar). Urban Decay Kinky (DC, $26.00) is warmer (90% similar). MAC Blazing Haute (LE, $31.00) is more shimmery, warmer (85% similar). MAC Crisp Whites (LE, $24.00) is more shimmery, lighter (85% similar). Dior Coral Sunset (002) (LE, $57.00) is cooler (85% similar). ILIA I Put a Spell on You (P, $34.00) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (80% similar). Persona Georgia (P, $22.00) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (80% similar). See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

MAC Warm Soul Mineralize Blush ($27.00 for 0.10 oz.) is described as a "mid-tone beige with gold pearl." It's a...

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5 Faves: Matte Lipsticks for Fall 2015

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Christine | Updated: 9/19/19September 19, 2019

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5 Faves: Matte Lipsticks for Fall 2015

For the last few weeks, the picks have revolved around eyeshadows, so it seemed like a good time to change gears and feature some of my favorites for fall! To start, here are my personal picks for a matte lip this season!

NARS Train Bleu -- a deep purple
Kat Von D Double Dare -- a matte dusty coral
Kat...

Top 5: True Blue Eyeshadows

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Christine | Updated: 9/20/15September 20, 2015

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Top 5: True Blue Eyeshadows

For those that like their brights, here are the five top-performing, permanent medium blue eyeshadows that I've personally tested:

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Top 5: Shimmery Navy Blue Eyeshadows

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Christine | Updated: 9/19/15September 19, 2015

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Top 5: Shimmery Navy Blue Eyeshadows

Here are the top five navy blue eyeshadows that I've tried and tested--they happen to be more shimmery than not--so perhaps next time around, I'll start adding finish into the mix :)

Le Metier de Beaute Midnight Sky (A+)
Make Up For Ever I220 (A)
ColourPop Etiquette (A)
Giorgio Armani Minuit (A)
MAC Lunar...

Round-up: MAC x Guo Pei Collection Overview & Thoughts

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Christine | Updated: 9/19/15September 19, 2015

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Round-up: MAC x Guo Pei Collection Overview & Thoughts

MAC x Guo Pei Collection features a floral, fabric print on all of the products except the three Fluidlines (which just have gold-colored caps and the collaboration's logo). It is MAC's annual "luxe" collection, which is why pricing is significantly more than their standard...