Pat McGrath Psycho Candy, Tropicalia, Unnatural Natural LuxeTrance Lipsticks Reviews, Photos, Swatches

Christine — Thu, 16 Nov 2017 22:00:00 +0000

Psycho Candy

Pat McGrath Psycho Candy LuxeTrance Lipstick ($38.00 for 0.14 oz.) is a neon, medium fuchsia pink with cool, blue undertones and a cream finish. The pigmentation was nearly opaque, but the formula had more slip than others in the LuxeTrance line, which I felt made it appear ever-so-slightly translucent in places. It did not read streaky, but it did seem to have subtle streaking along the edges that was only noticeable in close-up photos but not in person. The consistency was creamy and comfortable to apply as it did not tug. It wore well for almost eight hours and was hydrating while worn.

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MAC Just Wondering (P, $19.00) is less glossy (95% similar).
Tarte Lovespell (P, $20.00) is darker (90% similar).
Bite Beauty Framboise (DC, $24.00) is lighter (95% similar).
Givenchy Fuchsia Angora (204) (P, $37.00) is lighter (95% similar).
MAC Billion Dollar Smile (P, $26.00) is lighter, less glossy (95% similar).
Fenty Beauty Candy Venom (P, $18.00) is less glossy (95% similar).
Charlotte Tilbury Velvet Underground (P, $37.00) is lighter (90% similar).
ColourPop Brooklyn (P, $7.00) is lighter, warmer, less glossy (90% similar).
Tom Ford Beauty Notorious (P, $60.00) is darker, more muted (90% similar).
Charlotte Tilbury Electric Poppy (P, $37.00) is darker, more muted, warmer (90% similar).

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$40.00/0.14 oz. - $285.71 Per Ounce

The formula is supposed to have a "intense color payoff" with "comfort" and "rich hydration" that has a "satiny sheen." Of the shades I've tried, they are richly pigmented, long-wearing, incredibly comfortable to wear from start to finish, hydrating, and generally flattering on the lips.

The texture was smooth, velvety, and creamy enough to glide across the lips with ease but never felt slippery or too clingy. Most shades performed exceptionally well, and while pricey, they at least lived up to a lot of the claims. There was no discernible scent or taste.

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Psycho Candy

LELimited Edition. $40.00.

Product

9.5

Pigmentation

8.5

Texture

Longevity

Application

93%

Total

Tropicalia

Pat McGrath Tropicalia LuxeTrance Lipstick ($38.00 for 0.14 oz.) is a slightly muted, medium-dark coral-orange with warm, orange undertones and a cream finish. It had opaque pigmentation that covered the lips evenly and smoothly. There was just a smidgen of color that gathered in my deeper lip lines but wasn’t apparent in person (just in the close-up photos). The consistency was lightweight, smooth without being too slippery or too dense, and comfortable to wear over the six hours it lasted for. The formula felt moisturizing while I wore it.

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ColourPop Jacquard (P, $7.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
Bite Beauty Gingersnap (DC, $26.00) is lighter (90% similar).
Shiseido Night Rose (203) (P, $26.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
Make Up For Ever Gorgeous Coral (300) (P, $23.00) is brighter (90% similar).
Pat McGrath Fever Dream (P, $38.00) is darker (90% similar).
Chanel Rouge Impulsif (247) (LE, $45.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
Urban Decay Wired (DC, $18.00) is lighter, brighter (90% similar).
Urban Decay Tilt (DC, $18.00) is brighter (90% similar).
KVD Beauty Lolita II (P, $19.00) is more muted (85% similar).
ColourPop Cozy (P, $7.00) is brighter (85% similar).

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Tropicalia

DCDiscontinued. $40.00.

9.5

Product

Pigmentation

Texture

Longevity

Application

97%

Total

Unnatural Natural

Pat McGrath Unnatural Natural LuxeTrance Lipstick ($38.00 for 0.14 oz.) is a deep, plummy brown with warm undertones and a satin finish. The lipstick had rich color payoff that applied evenly and smoothly across the lips without dragging or tugging. The texture was velvety, just creamy enough to be comfortable to apply, but the lipstick adhered well to bare lips and lasted for a long time–seven hours. The lipstick seemed moisturizing to me throughout the time I wore it for.

FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).