MAC Candy Box, Dreamy, Cultured, Soar Lipglasses Reviews, Photos, Swatches
Candy Box
MAC Candy Box Lipglass ($17.00 for 0.10 fl. oz.) is a medium pink with strong, warm undertones and a cream finish. It had good color coverage, though not quite full, that applied evenly across the lips. There was slight color that had pulled into my lip lines, but it was hardly noticeable in person. The texture was very smooth, slightly thinner than the average Lipglass but still somewhat tacky. It wore well for four and a half hours and was lightly hydrating over time.
The Lipglass formula is supposed to be “pigmented, very shiny and can impart subtle or dramatic color” that can be worn “on its own, over lip pencil or lipstick” and will “condition lips.” MAC could use an update on the description as some shades are more pigmented than others but several are sheerer and likely intended to be that way. The formula has a very glossy, high-shine finish with a light-medium weight and moderate tackiness. I find that newer Lipglasses (over the last couple of years) are smoother and not quite as tacky as the formula was many years ago. They wear from three to six hours on me and are usually lightly hydrating. MAC recently updated the shade range and packaging for the range (though the formula was said to be unchanged), so worth noting is that with that packaging change came a reduction in quantity to 0.10 fl. oz. (was 0.17 fl. oz.), which may matter for some but not everyone.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- MAC Lots of Laughs (P, $10.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- MAC Sweet Tooth (LE, $20.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Bobbi Brown New Romantic (P, $27.00) is darker, more muted (90% similar).
- Jouer Park Ave (P, $17.00) is lighter, brighter (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Beverly (P, $10.00) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Makeup by Mario Rose Glow (P, $22.00) is more shimmery, cooler, glossier (90% similar).
- MAC Told You So (LE, $21.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Sisley Paris Baby (2) (P, $50.00) is lighter, brighter (90% similar).
- NARS Xenon (P, $26.00) is darker (90% similar).
- Pat McGrath Prima Donna (P, $30.00) is more shimmery, cooler (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$21.00/0.1 oz. - $210.00 Per Ounce
The Lipglass formula is supposed to be “pigmented, very shiny and can impart subtle or dramatic color” that can be worn “on its own, over lip pencil or lipstick” and will “condition lips.” MAC could use an update on the description as some shades are more pigmented than others but several are sheerer and likely intended to be that way. The formula has a very glossy, high-shine finish with a light-medium weight and moderate tackiness.
I have found that newer Lipglasses (over the last couple of years) are smoother and not quite as tacky as the formula was many years ago. They wear from three to six hours on me and are usually lightly hydrating. MAC recently updated the shade range and packaging for the range (though the formula was said to be unchanged), so worth noting is that with that packaging change came a reduction in quantity to 0.10 fl. oz. (was 0.17 fl. oz.), which may matter for some but not everyone.
Browse all of our MAC Lipglass swatches.
Ingredients
Hydrogenated polyisobutene, simmondsia chinesis (jojoba) seed oil, octyldodecanol, copernicia cerifera (carnauba) waxcopernicia cerifera ceracire de carnauba, tocopheryl acetate, cocos nuciefera (coconut) oil, orbignya oleifera (babassu) seed oil, prunus armeniaca (apricot) kernel oil, acrylates copolymer, alumina, aluminum calcium sodium silicate, calcium aluminum borosicliate, calcium sodium borosilicate, silica, synthetic fluorphlogopite, tin oxide, polyethylene [+/- Mica, titanium dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77491), Iron Oxides (CI 77492), Iron Oxides (CI 77499), Bismoth Oxychloride (CI 77163), Blue 1 Lake (CI 42090), Bronze Powder (CI 77400), Carmine (CI 75470), Copper Powder (CI 77400), Red 6 (CI 15850), (CI 17200), Yellow 5 (CI 19140), Yellow 5 Lake (CI 19140), Yellow 6 Lake (CI 15985)]
Disclaimer: Ingredient lists are as available by the brand (or retailer) at the time of publishing. Please always check product packaging, if it exists, for the ingredient list applicable to the product you're purchasing, or the brand or retailer's website for the most up-to-date ingredient list.
Candy Box
PPermanent. $21.00.
Dreamy
MAC Dreamy Lipglass ($17.00 for 0.10 fl. oz.) is a light pink with warm undertones and pink and bronze pearl. It had semi-sheer to medium pigmentation that covered the lips evenly and didn’t gather in my lip lines. This shade worked well on its own for something sheer but also layered over other lip products nicely. The texture was smooth, lighter weight, and comfortable to wear over the four and a half hours it lasted for.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- MAC Bidi Bidi Bom Bom (LE, $21.00) is less shimmery (95% similar).
- MAC Khaaannnn! (LE, $21.00) is darker (90% similar).
- Anastasia Pink Daiquiri (LE, $16.00) is less shimmery, less pigmented (90% similar).
- Hourglass Cosmic (P, $30.00) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- ColourPop Tied Up (P, $8.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Anastasia Pink Tourmaline (LE, $16.00) is darker (90% similar).
- MAC Magic Carpet Ride (LE, $19.00) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Anastasia Summer Vibes (LE, $16.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- MAC Panda Kiss (LE, $18.00) is lighter, less pigmented (85% similar).
- ColourPop Hack (LE, $6.00) is less shimmery (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$21.00/0.1 oz. - $210.00 Per Ounce
The Lipglass formula is supposed to be “pigmented, very shiny and can impart subtle or dramatic color” that can be worn “on its own, over lip pencil or lipstick” and will “condition lips.” MAC could use an update on the description as some shades are more pigmented than others but several are sheerer and likely intended to be that way. The formula has a very glossy, high-shine finish with a light-medium weight and moderate tackiness.
I have found that newer Lipglasses (over the last couple of years) are smoother and not quite as tacky as the formula was many years ago. They wear from three to six hours on me and are usually lightly hydrating. MAC recently updated the shade range and packaging for the range (though the formula was said to be unchanged), so worth noting is that with that packaging change came a reduction in quantity to 0.10 fl. oz. (was 0.17 fl. oz.), which may matter for some but not everyone.
Browse all of our MAC Lipglass swatches.
Ingredients
Hydrogenated polyisobutene, simmondsia chinesis (jojoba) seed oil, octyldodecanol, copernicia cerifera (carnauba) waxcopernicia cerifera ceracire de carnauba, tocopheryl acetate, cocos nuciefera (coconut) oil, orbignya oleifera (babassu) seed oil, prunus armeniaca (apricot) kernel oil, acrylates copolymer, alumina, aluminum calcium sodium silicate, calcium aluminum borosicliate, calcium sodium borosilicate, silica, synthetic fluorphlogopite, tin oxide, polyethylene [+/- Mica, titanium dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77491), Iron Oxides (CI 77492), Iron Oxides (CI 77499), Bismoth Oxychloride (CI 77163), Blue 1 Lake (CI 42090), Bronze Powder (CI 77400), Carmine (CI 75470), Copper Powder (CI 77400), Red 6 (CI 15850), (CI 17200), Yellow 5 (CI 19140), Yellow 5 Lake (CI 19140), Yellow 6 Lake (CI 15985)]
Disclaimer: Ingredient lists are as available by the brand (or retailer) at the time of publishing. Please always check product packaging, if it exists, for the ingredient list applicable to the product you're purchasing, or the brand or retailer's website for the most up-to-date ingredient list.
Dreamy
PPermanent. $21.00.
Cultured
MAC Cultured Lipglass ($17.00 for 0.10 fl. oz.) is a medium pink with subtle, warm undertones and fine gold and pink pearl. It had nearly opaque pigmentation, which covered the lips evenly and smoothly without emphasizing my lip lines. The gloss was light-to-medium in weight with moderate tackiness but did not feel overly thick or goopy to me. It wore well for five hours and was lightly hydrating.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- MAC God Save the Sheen (LE, $21.00) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- ColourPop So Chilly (LE, $8.00) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- MAC Ice Orchid (LE, $21.00) is more shimmery, darker, less pigmented (90% similar).
- Becca Lychee/Topaz (P, $24.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- Huda Beauty Enchanting (P, $18.00) is lighter (85% similar).
- Bite Beauty Ten (Watercolor) (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker (85% similar).
- MAC Magic Carpet Ride (LE, $19.00) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- MAC Next Fad (DC, $19.50) is less shimmery, darker (85% similar).
- Lancome Polished Rose (01) (P, $22.00) is more shimmery, darker (85% similar).
- MAC For the Frill of It (LE, $21.00) is less shimmery, lighter (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$21.00/0.1 oz. - $210.00 Per Ounce
The Lipglass formula is supposed to be “pigmented, very shiny and can impart subtle or dramatic color” that can be worn “on its own, over lip pencil or lipstick” and will “condition lips.” MAC could use an update on the description as some shades are more pigmented than others but several are sheerer and likely intended to be that way. The formula has a very glossy, high-shine finish with a light-medium weight and moderate tackiness.
I have found that newer Lipglasses (over the last couple of years) are smoother and not quite as tacky as the formula was many years ago. They wear from three to six hours on me and are usually lightly hydrating. MAC recently updated the shade range and packaging for the range (though the formula was said to be unchanged), so worth noting is that with that packaging change came a reduction in quantity to 0.10 fl. oz. (was 0.17 fl. oz.), which may matter for some but not everyone.
Browse all of our MAC Lipglass swatches.
Ingredients
Hydrogenated polyisobutene, simmondsia chinesis (jojoba) seed oil, octyldodecanol, copernicia cerifera (carnauba) waxcopernicia cerifera ceracire de carnauba, tocopheryl acetate, cocos nuciefera (coconut) oil, orbignya oleifera (babassu) seed oil, prunus armeniaca (apricot) kernel oil, acrylates copolymer, alumina, aluminum calcium sodium silicate, calcium aluminum borosicliate, calcium sodium borosilicate, silica, synthetic fluorphlogopite, tin oxide, polyethylene [+/- Mica, titanium dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77491), Iron Oxides (CI 77492), Iron Oxides (CI 77499), Bismoth Oxychloride (CI 77163), Blue 1 Lake (CI 42090), Bronze Powder (CI 77400), Carmine (CI 75470), Copper Powder (CI 77400), Red 6 (CI 15850), (CI 17200), Yellow 5 (CI 19140), Yellow 5 Lake (CI 19140), Yellow 6 Lake (CI 15985)]
Disclaimer: Ingredient lists are as available by the brand (or retailer) at the time of publishing. Please always check product packaging, if it exists, for the ingredient list applicable to the product you're purchasing, or the brand or retailer's website for the most up-to-date ingredient list.
Cultured
PPermanent. $21.00.
Soar
MAC Soar Lipglass ($17.00 for 0.10 fl. oz.) is a muted, medium-dark plum with warm undertones and fine pink and gold pearl. It had semi-opaque color payoff that applied evenly and smoothly across the lips. The consistency was light-medium in weight, not too thick or too thin but still tackier, and easy to spread across the lips. It wore well for five hours and was lightly hydrating.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- MAC Tolerance (LE, $20.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- NARS Night Together (LE, $26.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Chanel Burnt Sugar (P, $30.00) is more shimmery, more muted (90% similar).
- NARS Oasis (DC, $25.00) is lighter (85% similar).
- Bobbi Brown Slow Jam (P, $27.00) is less shimmery, less pigmented (85% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty Bare Assed (P, $57.00) is less shimmery, brighter (85% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty Honeyed Coral (P, $57.00) is more shimmery, cooler (85% similar).
- Charlotte Tilbury Walk of No Shame (LE, $32.00) is less shimmery, cooler (85% similar).
- Sephora Deep Rose (06) (P, $12.00) is more shimmery, lighter (85% similar).
- NARS Corsica (LE, $26.00) is more shimmery, lighter (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$21.00/0.1 oz. - $210.00 Per Ounce
The Lipglass formula is supposed to be “pigmented, very shiny and can impart subtle or dramatic color” that can be worn “on its own, over lip pencil or lipstick” and will “condition lips.” MAC could use an update on the description as some shades are more pigmented than others but several are sheerer and likely intended to be that way. The formula has a very glossy, high-shine finish with a light-medium weight and moderate tackiness.
I have found that newer Lipglasses (over the last couple of years) are smoother and not quite as tacky as the formula was many years ago. They wear from three to six hours on me and are usually lightly hydrating. MAC recently updated the shade range and packaging for the range (though the formula was said to be unchanged), so worth noting is that with that packaging change came a reduction in quantity to 0.10 fl. oz. (was 0.17 fl. oz.), which may matter for some but not everyone.
Browse all of our MAC Lipglass swatches.
Ingredients
Hydrogenated polyisobutene, simmondsia chinesis (jojoba) seed oil, octyldodecanol, copernicia cerifera (carnauba) waxcopernicia cerifera ceracire de carnauba, tocopheryl acetate, cocos nuciefera (coconut) oil, orbignya oleifera (babassu) seed oil, prunus armeniaca (apricot) kernel oil, acrylates copolymer, alumina, aluminum calcium sodium silicate, calcium aluminum borosicliate, calcium sodium borosilicate, silica, synthetic fluorphlogopite, tin oxide, polyethylene [+/- Mica, titanium dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77491), Iron Oxides (CI 77492), Iron Oxides (CI 77499), Bismoth Oxychloride (CI 77163), Blue 1 Lake (CI 42090), Bronze Powder (CI 77400), Carmine (CI 75470), Copper Powder (CI 77400), Red 6 (CI 15850), (CI 17200), Yellow 5 (CI 19140), Yellow 5 Lake (CI 19140), Yellow 6 Lake (CI 15985)]
Disclaimer: Ingredient lists are as available by the brand (or retailer) at the time of publishing. Please always check product packaging, if it exists, for the ingredient list applicable to the product you're purchasing, or the brand or retailer's website for the most up-to-date ingredient list.
Yes to Soar and Cultured for great “everyday” types of shades! Soar is especially pretty, and would make for a glossy version of MLBB lip for me.
Do you think you’ll get either / both, Nancy?
Probably Soar! Because Cultured looks just a bit too similar to Bid Bidi Bom Bom.
Dreamy and soar are beauties! Iv been loving the sheer Shiney look lately for lips!
They are! 🙂
Of these four I like Soar the best.
Great choice, Betty!
Cultured and Soar are very nice colors.
Those seem to be the top picks from this batch!
I like Cultured and Soar a lot.