Sweet! Every time I wear syrup, strangers stop to ask me what it is. Wait — that didn’t come out right. No, not corn syrup or maple syrup, although those are also great. I’m referring to pretty pink MAC Syrup ($14.50), a permanent member of the MAC Lustre Lipstick line.
Described as a cloudy pink on the MAC website, this hydrating, cool-toned lippie hides a hint of purple behind its shiny finish. I dig the way it looks, but my lips love the way it feels — not too thick nor thin. And it’s a great value, too, thanks to its versatility. It looks great with everything from dramatic smokey eyes to conservative everyday looks.
Syrup on my lips; MAC Blushbaby on my cheeks
As befits the name, Syrup sweetens the heck out of looks, especially eye looks featuring purple, blue, gray and/or black. I also like to pair it with pink blushes like MAC Blushbaby, Dollymix, Pink Swoon and Well Dressed.
Don’t worry about cavities, though, because it won’t cause them. 
This Syrup just has a mild vanilla taste and scent.
Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,
Karen
The MAC Unsung Heroes series features some of my favorite products from MAC’s permanent collection
- MAC Unsung Heroes: MAC Blushbaby Blush
- MAC Unsung Heroes: MAC Vex Eyeshadow
- MAC Unsung Heroes: Strobe Cream
- MAC Unsung Heroes: Blot Powder/Pressed
- MAC Unsung Heroes: Subculture Lip Pencil
- MAC Unsung Heroes: Soft Brown Eyeshadow
- MAC Unsung Hero: Woodwinked Eyeshadow
- MAC Unsung Hero: Powersurge Eye Kohl
- MAC Unsung Heroes: All That Glitters Eyeshadow Is Not Just Another Gold
- MAC Unsung Heroes: The Technakohl Liners
- MAC Unsung Hero: Groundwork Paint Pot
- MAC Unsung Hero: Nymphette Lipglass
- MAC Unsung Heroes: Viva Glam V
- MAC Unsung Hero: Blacktrack Fluidline
- MAC Unsung Heroes: Lychee Luxe Lipglass
- MAC Unsung Hero: Gorgeous Gold Eyeshadow
- MAC Unsung Hero: Patina Eyeshadow
I *think* I have this; I need to dig it up and use it!
I love MAC lipsticks, and this one just seems naturally beautiful – and complementing to many skin colors!
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Syrup was one of my first M.A.C. lipsticks. My collection has grown since, but I always find myself reaching for it the most. I always pair it with Love Child lip glass. It’s such a versatile color, and probably the only one I’d actually consider stocking up on.
Will stop by Mac 2mrw ,Hello Syrup & Blushbaby !
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I love reading your MAC unsung heroes series
I’ve never actually tried a MAC lipstick before, since I’ve heard that some of the formulas can be a bit drying. This one is going to the top of my to-buy list now!
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It’s really cute on you!
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I think that my blush obsession is starting to wane and I’m starting a new obsession with lipsticks. I really need to try this one out the next time I’m at the MAC counter. It looks like it would work well with most all skin tones.
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I should make a list of some of your unsung heroes and go shopping….
That’s what I am doing!
I’m wearing it today (and yesterday)! I feel like it is mischaracterized as a lustre because my experience is that it wears more like a demi-matte, but I love it anyway. I think it helps make my lips look a little fuller, which I consider miraculous!
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Why don’t I have this one?? Must get it now!!
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This is one of my all-time favorites!
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Syrup is my every day go-to lipstick, it is a perfect neutral and I never have to worry about it not “going” with my other make-up or clothing. I can almost put it on without a mirror it wears so easily! I will always have this one in my purse, glad to know it’s someone else’s favorite too!
I love love love Syrup. It is my go to neutral lip that works with absolutely everything.
Beautiful. I do not have it but I might give it a chance.
It’s funny, I bought Wet n Wild Rosebud lipstick today, and I think it is similar to Syrup. Might be a little lighter.
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Syrup! Oh yay, I have this one, and love it! ^_^
Hope your mission is exciting and fun up in Toronto! I’m jealous – I mean, I’d love to your sidekick on your secret mission, whatever it may be (how would it NOT be fun with you??? ^_^), but Toronto is also one of my favorite places in the entire world. It’s gorgeous – not sure how the weather is right now over there, but in general, I love the skies, the people, the land…=) Have a wonderful time out there! =)
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Have n love it !!!
Really lovely shade for a subdued spring look
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Your MAC posts always make me so sad that I have no MAC counter or store in my area
I hate odering cosmetics online that I havent seen in person before!!! I have a list of MAC products I must check out the next time I’m by one haha!!!
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This is the first shade a MAC MA tried on me, and I do love it
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yay! i love me some syrup!
So funny I just wrote about this same lipstick shade yesterday too – great mind thinks alike!!
I love this lipstick too and layerd it on top of the Plum lip liner.
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must admit i have never seen of tried this but you really suit it!!
Syrup is my favorite lipstick ever, no joke.
I have this, but have only worn it like once. I need to break it out more often! Looks great on you
I bought a tube of this several months back when I wandered over to the MAC counter asking for a pink lipstick that would work with my warmer, tan asian skintone. I love it!
I bought this when we went shopping and haven’t really used it.
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MAC syrup looks good on you! beautiful!
Hi! Love your blog and I love Syrup!! It really suits my tanned skin! I was just wondering if any of you could suggest other MAC lipsticks that are similar to this one!!!
Thanks and you have an amazing blog!!
Hi María,
Thanks for your nice comment. Try Lustering or Chatterbox.