MAC Betty Bright Lipstick Review, Photos, Swatches (Archie's Girls)
MAC Betty Bright Lipstick
MAC Betty Bright Lipstick ($16.50 for 0.10 oz.) is described as a “light vibrant peach” with a satin finish. Peach, not so much, but pinky-coral? Yes, I see that. It’s a warm, pink-coral with a creamy, natural finish. MAC Cut a Caper is more subdued. MAC Watch Me Simmer is much darker and brighter. Lancome Chris & Tell is more orange. NYX Stella is pinker. MAC Ever Hip is more muted. Bobbi Brown Pink is darker and slightly pinker. I think MAC Costa Chic may be a little darker and shimmery.
It delivered full, opaque color coverage, and it was creamy with enough slip to apply to the lips without pulling or dragging, but it didn’t move too much once on. Because it is a lighter cream, pressing lips together can create some demarcation to be careful not to over-apply. It wore for four and a half hours, and it was neither drying nor hydrating (on par with my experience of satin-finished lipsticks by MAC).
Betty Bright
LELimited Edition. $19.00.
MAC Betty Bright Lipstick
MAC Betty Bright Lipstick
MAC Betty Bright Lipstick
MAC Betty Bright Lipstick
MAC Betty Bright Lipstick
Omg this is gorgeous! So happy I picked this up!
This looks beautiful! I’ll most likely get this one. Perfect for springtime too. Btw, you look beautiful on every color!
Hi Christine, you wrote on the “WHAT MAKEUP ARE YOU WEARING?” that youre wearing “On lips: MAC Stay Sweet Lipglass” Are you wearing stay sweet or Betty Bright in the last picture?
Betty Bright.
Oh just saw you fixed it. Thanks for replying. BTW you make me want to buy EVERYTHING! you make everything look good! <3 thanks for doing this.
Oh heck yeah I will be picking this up for sure!
I looooooove it, is just right for me. It looks amazing on you Christine. Thank you.
Christine, I’m sure you’re pushing 4 days with no sleep at this point and you look freaking amazing! Glad I passed on this one – love the look in the tube but I could never pull off the finished color.
Does it look similar to Flamingo? I missed that lippy last year 🙁
Flamingo is incredibly sheer in comparison, I wouldn’t say they’re similar.
Do you use a lipliner when you do lipstick reviews?
No.
i’d say they’re somewhat similar! http://i45.tinypic.com/fm3t4z.jpg
How does this compare to Viva Glam Nicki #1? They look similar to me…
Viva Glam Nicki is much brighter and pinker – http://www.temptalia.com/mac-viva-glam-nicki-ricky-review-photos-swatches
And bluer based pink. 😉
OMG this lipstick is beautiful and it looks so pretty on you! I can’t wait to get mine!!
Oh my gosh. I love this color so much!
I’m definitely picking this up! Christine, it looks great on you!
Glad to see this is similar to Cut a Caper. Have that so I don’t need to hunt down this. 🙂
It so beautiful on you! i swear you can pull off ANY color!
I would pick this up if it wasnt for my lips turning every coral into orange 🙁 for example blossom culture was bright orange on me, grr.
I feel better it was close to MAC Ever Hip and I didn’t get this (well it sold out way to fast online).
Now let see if mac will re-promote Ever Hip!
Gah! I’m so tired of MAC always putting out this type of color. Ever hip, cut-a-caper, flamingo… It seems like every pale-medium-brigh lipstick they release have this warm peach-coral-pink color that look AWFUL on me. Some cool toned pinks that aren’t PALE-white or lavender would be nice too. But it seems like they are extremely popular, so I guess I can understand why they do it.
What about MAC Haute Altitude (Apres Chick)? Are they similar? Thank you 🙂
Haute Altitude is very pink!
Tnkx 🙂
Wow this is amazing color! definatly more subdued then Viva Nikki! My kind of color! When I ordered it wasn’t sold out yet, but for some reason I overlooked it, and bough Ronnie Red instead even though, I already have absolute power! Stupid Me! Oh Well there’s always the counter! At least I live an hour away from a counter with minamum traffic!
How Does this compare to reel sexy? 🙂
Reel Sexy is more peach/orange.
This is a lot pinker than I expected it to be. I think I’ll pass…
Beautiful colour, just not for me. I’m not a huge fan of pastels, they don’t suit my skin tone very well.
Awesome color! Looks great on your just like most lipsticks you review 😀 I have just one question, do you moisturize your lips regularly and apply lip balm or any other conditioning products? Coz I always have dry lips and no matter how much lip balm I use, it never works..and it looks ugly to have lipstick with chapped lips 🙁
Most of the day I’m testing lipsticks/glosses, so I usually only wear lip balm at night.
How does it compare to Scarlet Ibis (Marilyn Monroe)?
Scarlet Ibis is a dark orange/red!
you are seriously awesome at getting these reviews out!
I am in love with this color…But I leave in Germany and I think we won´t get this collection…Do you have any information about this? It is a beautiful lipstick color…
Sorry, they only send me the press release for North America!
Europe will get this collection on 2 March. So we have a long time to look for swatches and decide what to buy haha.
Hi Christine. How does this compare to MAC COSTA CHIC?
Which one do you prefer?
Costa Chic is darker and frostier. I find it a bit drying.
Wir bekommen die Kollektion auch. Normal immer am 01.
Mac selber sagt “Ab Anfang März”.
In Spain and other europeam countries will be able on 28 February!
Lol
I am starting to like this lipstick! I think this would look great on my very light skin tone.
Do u have any idea if nordstrom will launch this collection or like Strength collection didn’t make it to nordstrom
Yes, it will be at all MAC locations. Strength was store-only, so it was only online at maccosmetics.com. That was a last minute decision (about a week before on-counter date).
Lovely shade! It looks like a strong version of flamingo. Can’t wait to receive mine. 😀
How would you compare out to Vegas volt. I know ones amplified and the other is satin. And there’s also another limited lipstick, not show of the name, it’s something like matte of force, or ? Of force. Thanks. U places am order and it was already sold out. No I’m kicking my self for not ordering it
Vegas Volt is very orange – it’s nothing like Betty Bright on me! There are other places like Nordstrom, Macy’s, etc. that will be selling this online, too.
Its already sold out online 🙁
There are many other retailers who will be selling this online who haven’t even started yet!
I have Cut a Caper, Ever Hip and Watch Me Simmer and I’m still glad I ordered this one. I’m a sucker for pretty LE packaging lipstick.
It’s a nice colour 🙂 would you think it’s similar to too faced la creme lipstick in juicy melons?
Much darker, pinker. http://www.temptalia.com/too-faced-juicy-melons-la-creme-lipstick-review-photos-swatches
Ooh, this looks like a much more wearable, coral version of Viva Glam Nicki. I want it, but I hate MAC’s stupid limited edition politics. Dilemma.
How does this compare to viva glam nicki?
Viva Glam Nicki is pinker, darker, and brighter.
Wow! That is one bright lipstick! It is very pretty though and it goes amazingly well with the Pearlmatte blush! You look beautiful!
Christine do you know when the Archie’s girls collection will be available on nordstrom? I bought everything I wanted online on mac before but I think I might want to purchase 2 more lipsticks. 🙂
Some people have said February 4th, but I don’t have any information from Nordstrom.
Okay thank you! The lipstick looks lovely on you 🙂
This is my #1 must buy from the collection
Thanks so much for getting these up so quickly and answering the tons of questions about comparisons/dupes! You rock. <3 One more, if you have time: how would you say this compares to the Full Speed Sheen Supreme? I need to figure it if it'll be a waste of time to stalk Nordstrom/Macy's for this one. 😉
Full Speed is redder and much darker! 🙂
I really love this color! I think I want this one as well as Ronnie Red! This collection has more that I really want in it than I anticipated. I’m pleasantly surprised!
Playing koi + watch me simmer = Betty bright 🙂
That would look awful on me, unfortunately!
I love how you mentioned the part about pressing the lips together – thank you! It’s the little things that you point out that make me appreciate you more!
And you must be some makeup superhero getting all these reviews done, so fast, so well!♥ Thank you!
Thank you, Abigail! 🙂
Hey Christine. This is beautiful. I was wondering how this compares to Crosswires. I love that shade but I always think it’s a bit too shimmery for me. Thank you 🙂
Crosswires is much darker!
Do you think this color is too similar to Viva Glam Nicki to have both?
It’s a good deal lighter, so I don’t think they’re too similar – but if you never wear coral, then you don’t need both!
I keep going back and forth on this lipstick. I want it, I don’t want it. Now I want it again. I’ll see how I’m feeling when it goes on Nordstrom or Macy’s, since it’s currently sold out at MAC online. I do like that it’s more pink than Cut a Caper (which I own).
Hello Christine! How does this compare to MAC FLAMINGO lipstick from the scarlet ibis collection? It looks very similar to it.
Flamingo is much, much lighter and sheerer.
Hello Christine! How does this compare to MAC FLAMINGO lipstick from the iris apfel collection? It looks very similar to it. 🙂
Flamingo is wayyy more muted, way less pink!
It’s really pretty on you-I’m glad I was able to get this one 🙂
Hi Christine, how does this compare to MAC Ravishing?
Ravishing is less pink!
How does this compare to MAC Razzle Dazzler? Thanks!
Razzledazzler is more muted, darker, less pink! http://www.temptalia.com/mac-razzledazzler-lipglass-lipstick-nail-lacquer-review-photos-swatches
Hi Christine I’m NC30-35 look good this lipstick?
I have Mac crosswires
Pd. Thanks a lot for the swatches =)
I’m NC30, so if you don’t like it on me, LOL! It really depends on your tastes – some may find it too light, some may not.
Thanks Christine
I have pre purchased my Mac counter some things. But seeing your swatches I’m willing to let some things and buy others lol
I’m waiting swatches for Daddy’s little girl, boyfriend stealer and girl next door =)
not sure if this has been said but the lipsticks have been restocked and are available on MAC’s site
Does anyone know when MAC will restock Betty Bright? I have been looking for the past two weeks and it hasnt been refilled. It says its coming soon. 🙂
Now that’s really cute..
Hi Christine. Thank you for the consistent great reviews.
You’ve helped me time and again .
I’m sure this has been asked or mentioned and I’ve looked but didn’t see it. The graphics of the line. Are they printed on the products or is it a sticker? Just curious. 🙂
Printed!
I always turn of temptalia for reviews and swatch before buying MAC at-least 🙂
Does it compare to flamingo?
Flamingo is way less pink and super sheer/light.
I like this color, it has almost a tropical feel. It would look absolutely awful on me though – way too light!
BEAUTIFUL!!!!!! Just nice on your skin tone!!
I love this color! Do you know of any drugstore lipsticks that may have a similar color?
I don’t – unfortunately all the dupes I could think of are listed!
Try Wet and Wild Just Peachy. It looks very similar and it’s a great lipstick for the price!
I love this color on you! It’s sold out again on the mac website. I’m def purchasing as soon as I can get my hands on it!
Hi Christine! I’m an NC43/NC44 and I was wondering if Betty Bright lipstick will look good on me? I really love the color. Thank you!
I think it would!
I hope so! Thank you!!!
Is this lipstick similar to Mac Jazzed and/or Mac Flamingo?
Jazzed is more orange, I believe, and Flamingo is more muted, sheerer, and not as pink!
wow, very very pretty I’m pleasantly surprised! I think the peach-coral colors are going to rule this summer
Hey Christine!how does this compare to Tom Ford’s lipstick Spanish Pink? Thanks!
Hmm, I don’t think I have it – I tried looking for a review but I came up empty!
I see that It’s more pink than peach so its a different from Vegas Volt that is more of a peach tone? Right?
Yes – Vegas Volt is more orange-y!
What foundation are you wearing? LOOKS BEAUTIFUL 🙂
Giorgio Armani Maestro
Do you know when will this be available internationally? Asia?
I only have “March” for international!
Will this be available in MAC stores and locations?
Yes!
How different is this from MAC Vegas Volt?
Vegas Volt is way less pink!
Wow, this color really suits you! 😀 How does this compare to Force Of Love?
Brighter, less pink!
How is this similar with MAC Please Me?
Wayyy less pink!
Is this only online exclusive? I love this shade!
No!
I ordered this one! I don’t have a coral lipstick (only glosses) so I’m really excited! I can pull off so many colors that others seem to have a hard time with, but I’ve always had a hard time with corals lol! I hope that with the pink in it, and the brightness, ill be able to pull it off well! Hoping it will look good with a tan in summer too
hey christine.. how do you think this compares to reel sexy?
Reel Sexy is peachier/less pink!
Hi, how does this compare to Makeup Forevers’ rouge artist intense #38? It looks very similar. Thanks so much!!!
Sorry Elissa, I don’t have that!
Christine, is this similar to VG Nicki Minaj 2012 lipstick? That one was too strong and bright for me. I hope this is a little muted compared to VG one.
Viva Glam Nicki was darker and pinker.
Is this similar as Mac ever hip??
Could Kate moss’s lipstick in 109 from Rimmel London be a dupe?
Christine can you share your email to send you a question?
Thanks for all you do !! You’re amazing 😉
Hi Nelia,
I don’t accept makeup related questions via email, but if you have a question regarding technical support and the like, you can use our contact form, which is linked at the bottom of every page! 🙂
Oh that’s fine 🙂
I know you use Armani Maestro foundation and wanted to ask which color do you use because we have similar complexion.
I went to one of their counter and they match me but gave me a really dark color 5.5
Thanks for all you do 😉
This looks a lot like MAC’s Coral Bliss (Cremesheen) to me. I know they are different finishes but would you consider it to be a dupe???
I don’t find them a dupe but they are similar. On the lips, Coral Bliss is much sheerer and Betty Bright is a lot more pink I find.
This and Coral Bliss are actually not close at all. Betty Bright is pink compared to Coral Bliss. If you are just interested in the color over everything look at Stila’s Color Balm Lipstick in Avery. It is completely the same colour and the Stila balms last a very long time (six to eight hours)
How does this compare to NARS Bolero?
Christine and/or others: what lip liner do you suggest for the lipstick?
I generally use something lighter underneath, not a matching color, so I used MAC Summerfruit.
Christine, what lipstick do you think looks better on somebody with nc25 skin? Betty Bright or Girl Next Door? Thanks 😀
Betty Bright
is this shade different from bobbi brown’s miami coral?
Lighter and brighter!
How does this compare to Mac Crosswires?
Crosswires is pinker, less bright, darker!
In love this color on you Christine! It’s too light for me, but looks very similar to Salma Hayek Nuance in Coral, which wears sheerer and is probably darker, but I love it. I don’t really know, but I would guess I am NC40 or NC 42, and Nuance Coral looks quite natural for a bright coral on me.
How does this compare to viva glam nicki and NC40 skin? 🙂
Viva Glam Nicki is darker and pinker.
How does this compare to Sunny Seoul?
Sunny Seoul is darker, more muted… nothing like this, really!
Hi Christine! I was wondering how this color compares with MAC Ravishing? Is Ravishing more peach? Thank you!
Ravishing is wayyy less pink!
Hi Christine! How does this compare to MAC Chatterbox? 🙂
Chatterbox is darker and pinker.
Hey, Christine! So I’ve been looking at some light lipstick colors for myself, and I love the Betty Bright lipstick. (How it looks on you, at least.) However, I’ve checked out your review on the MAC Please Me lipstick, and I am debating on which one I should get. For someone with NC15-NC20 skin, which one would you recommend?
Please Me is pinker, so it just depends whether you want a pink or coral!
How does this shade compare to Nars Niagara, Lancome Rouge in Love in Corail in Love and Jolis Matins?
It’s brighter, lighter, and less pink compared to NARS! I’m not sure I’ve seen the two Lancomes you’ve mentioned.
wow, I NEEEED this lipstick, I can’t wait for this collection to come out in the UK! x
Hey Christine. Do you know when betty bright will be back in stock at Mac?
I don’t know that it will be back in stock, since it was LE!
How does this compare to Reel Sexy and Watch Me Simmer ?
This is pinker and lighter!
hi! how would you compare this with the Cream Colour Base in Rich Coral or Virgin Isle? I can’t get my hands on Betty Bright it’s always sold out in the stores. I’ve been wanting to buy Virgin Isle coz I can also use it as a blush. Pls help. Thank u!
My guess is that both are darker, as Betty Bright is on the lighter side – Virgin Isle from what I remember has more red in it, too.
ohh WHAT A SHAME! the european stock is delayed and will be available online next monday, March 4, instead of tomorrow February 8 . And free shipping ends tomorrow. 🙁
http://www.maccosmetics.es/
There is a similar color to this? I can not get 🙁
Mac has something similar? Thanks!!
I see that betty bright is sold out on the Mac website. Is there a way they could have it at the Mac counters? Or is there a close mac lipstick dupe for it?? Sorry for the long question..
All the dupes I know of I listed in the beginning of the post! 🙂