MAC Flaming Lips, I'm Game, Play It Soft Huggable Lipcolours Reviews, Photos, Swatches
MAC Flaming Lips, I’m Game, Play It Soft Huggable Lipcolours
MAC Huggable Lipcolour ($20.00 for 0.11 oz.) is a formula that’s supposed to give you both shine and color and long-wear (“up to six hours”) that uses a “gel base” for a “feather-light finish giving immediate moisture.” The formula was released previously, and this time we’re seeing ten limited edition shades that will debut on May 7th online and May 14th in-stores; one shade (Fashion Force) is a repromote. It has a light-medium-weight feel with a little slip but it definitely clings (or hugs, if you like) to the lips in a way that isn’t uncomfortable but enables the color to last longer than more emollient formulas would. There’s a soft shine that starts to wear away after two to three hours, while the color itself wears from three to five hours, depending on the shade. If you’re familiar with MAC’s finishes, it’s like a cross between their Cremesheen finish and the Mineralize Rich lipsticks. I find the formula lightly hydrating over time, though they really need time to melt against the heat of the lips to feel good and glossy. When applying, I recommend letting the bullet rest against the lips for a few seconds prior to gliding it across, or else it will drag somewhat.
MAC Flaming Lips Huggable Lipcolour ($20.00 for 0.11 oz.) is described as a “deep creamy red.” It’s a muted, medium-dark red with warm, orange undertones and a soft shine with very, very fine shimmer. It had semi-opaque color payoff that applied fairly evenly. This shade wore well for five hours on me and was nicely hydrating over time. See comparison swatches / compare dupes side-by-side.
MAC I’m Game Huggable Lipcolour ($20.00 for 0.11 oz.) is described as a “creamy raspberry.” It’s a softened, medium-dark pink with subtle cool undertones and a soft shine. On me, it looks almost warm-toned, but it is slightly cool-toned. It had semi-opaque pigmentation that covered the lips evenly and was comfortable to wear. It wore well for four and a half hours on me. See comparison swatches / compare dupes side-by-side.
MAC Play It Soft Huggable Lipcolour ($20.00 for 0.11 oz.) is described as a “bright coral red.” It’s a medium, pink-coral with warm undertones and a light shine. It had semi-opaque pigmentation that applied evenly and didn’t look streaky. The formula really shined here, because that gel consistency kept it from bunching up like it might in a more emollient formula. It wore well for four and a half hours on me and was hydrating over time. See comparison swatches / compare dupes side-by-side.
Flaming Lips
LELimited Edition. $20.00.
I'm Game
LELimited Edition. $20.00.
Play It Soft
LELimited Edition. $20.00.
MAC Flaming Lips Huggable Lipcolour
MAC Flaming Lips Huggable Lipcolour
MAC Flaming Lips Huggable Lipcolour
MAC Flaming Lips Huggable Lipcolour
MAC Flaming Lips Huggable Lipcolour
MAC Flaming Lips Huggable Lipcolour
MAC I’m Game Huggable Lipcolour
MAC I’m Game Huggable Lipcolour
MAC I’m Game Huggable Lipcolour
MAC I’m Game Huggable Lipcolour
MAC I’m Game Huggable Lipcolour
MAC I’m Game Huggable Lipcolour
MAC Play It Soft Huggable Lipcolour
MAC Play It Soft Huggable Lipcolour
MAC Play It Soft Huggable Lipcolour
MAC Play It Soft Huggable Lipcolour
MAC Play It Soft Huggable Lipcolour
MAC Play It Soft Huggable Lipcolour
I like Flaming Lips a lot. Those muted, semi-opaque reds are always good for a laid back version of a red lip. I wonder if it’s a tad too close to Guerlain Coque d’Or to justify it, though…
I can see some similarity!
I want Flaming Lips just for the name!! LOL
Haha!
I didn’t get a chance to try these the first time around so I’m glad they’re making a comeback. I’ve heard nothing but good things about them. Looks like I may need to start with Flaming Lips. I love how it looks on you!
Thank you, Fancie!
Hey Chrtistine, are they similar to UD Sheer Revolution lipsticks in terms of formula?
They’re both sheerer lipsticks, but Urban Decay’s is thinner, less glossy/shine, and not as hydrating, but they are more pigmented and go on more evenly (generally).
The formula sounds interesting but I don’t normally go for semi-opaque at this price point. How does the formula compare to the UD Sheer Revolution ones?
I think UD’s are thinner with less glossiness/shine, though I think UD’s has a bit more pigmented on average. I find MAC’s formula more hydrating.
These remind me so much of the UD Sheer Revolution lippies! Love the colors here, especially I’m Game and Play It Soft. <3
They’re definitely similar in opacity it seems!
Flaming Lips is my fave! Perfect for summer
Nice pick, Katherine!
Pretty, but I have dupes for these three.
Phew 😀
Ooh, I like the look of all three of these! I likely wouldn’t get Flaming Lips since I have plenty of reds and Play It Soft is lovely but I’m sure I have something similar. Maybe I’ll get I’m Game but again I might have something similar, however, I’m not quite sure! 😀
Keep me posted if you try it! 😀
I’m game and play it soft are nice.
Yay!
I’m drooling over these! Can’t wait to see more.
Which ones are you interested in, Sarah?
I’m glad most if these are doing well. I like this sheer look or a gloss for summer so I am pleased to see some good ones coming out. I hate that these are LE though. I like all but about 2 of these and if they were permanent,knowing myself,eventually,I’d get them all. But, I don’t like them enough to stress my bank account ( like I did for Tom Ford). I’m thinking. Flaming. Lips is going to be one I go for though!
I do wonder why they haven’t made this formula permanent!
Love the Flaming lips colour – such a gorgeous red on you Christine.
Thank you, Genevieve! 🙂
How does this formula compare to the Urban Decay sheer revolution lipsticks?
They’re both sheerer lipsticks, but Urban Decay’s is thinner, less glossy/shine, and not as hydrating, but they are more pigmented and go on more evenly (generally).
oh yeah, I like Flaming, great color!
Yay!
I think these makes a visit at a MAC counter a must. I really like a couple of the colours, and the formula seems nice to wear.
Keep me posted 🙂