Ain’t no party like a lip flake party ’cause a lip flake party don’t stop!
Whoa, Nelly! So I tried the new MAC Powder Kiss Lipstick colors today. They join the 16 shades that are already in the permanent line, and despite the crossing of many fingers and toes that my lip flakes wouldn’t crash this swatch soiree, alas…they did.
Lip flakes —> Party crashers!
It’s entirely my fault, to be fair, because I haven’t been drinking enough water, and whenever that happens, I can pretty much kiss (ha ha) any chance of smooth lip swatches g’bye.
The MAC Powder Kisses, which are a relatively new formula in the MAC fam, feel lighter than air. The Powder Kisses themselves were added to the permanent line in the fall of 2018, and if your lips are in perfect shape (as in no flakes), they’re kind of amaze-balls. They’re super comfy and ever-so-slightly moisturizing, and it’s easy to forget I’m wearing them.
And the velvet matte finish? Gorgeous! — a la hottie 1940’s pin-up girl.
From this new batch of colors, I’d steer clear of the pinks (Reverence and Sexy But Sweet), because they’re patchy right out of the gate, and I end up having to do a lot of patting and layering and babying to get them to look smooth…
Instead, go for one of brighter or deeper colors, which are less likely to settle into fine lines or draw attention to any flakes. I like Sultry Move (the bright rosy brown); Werk, Werk, Werk (the cool toned red); and Velvet Punch (a bright, cool fuchsia) the best as they’re the most pigmented of the bunch.
One layer, and I’m good.
The Powder Kiss Lipsticks are $19 each, last about two hours on my lips, and taste and smell like classic MAC vanilla.
Mmm…
By the by, did you catch the special matte packaging? Nice touch, right?
Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,
Karen
Erica says
February 21st, 2019 at 8:27 pmI’m so curious to try this formula!
Karen says
February 21st, 2019 at 8:36 pmHi Erica!
It’s good but your lips have to be in tip top shape! Try one of the brights. The red is especially gorgeous.
Jane says
February 22nd, 2019 at 8:51 ambeing somewhat new to the MAC line, I have to say that I am finding the lipstick formulas to be too dry on my lips. having said that, I have only tried the satin and matte formula minis from Ulta. I tend to go for more moisturizing lip formulas, but they don’t seem to last long.
Hope all is well.
Mia says
February 22nd, 2019 at 9:37 amNice to know they’ve released more shades! I have Mull it Over and Burning Love from the initial release and I enjoy them a lot 🙂
Winnie says
February 22nd, 2019 at 11:23 amI love how these feel, and the soft matte finish! I wish they’d come out with a few darker shades though, I can’t work most of these lighter shades.
Michele DiCola says
February 22nd, 2019 at 5:53 pmNot sure I’ll like matte powders but Inwant to say re: ELF I love to look on Pinterest for Dupes cause like you said : my budget can handle ELF !
Linda Libra Loca says
February 23rd, 2019 at 2:19 amThey look gorgeous, but sheerer than I expected.
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Shannon Skinner says
February 23rd, 2019 at 9:21 amOh my, they’re all beautiful! I love this nude shade the most! x
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Tara says
November 28th, 2019 at 6:28 amI have ripened (slightly outside my tanned skin comfort zone; bought when I was untanned but looks amazing on you & we have similar skin tone when I tan); 2nd one mandarin o which is amazing for a bright yet not in-yo-face look since it’s on the sheer side; and my current favorite style shocked – the most orange of the bunch (I’m on an orange lippie kick and just purchased every orange from the Fenty mattemoiselle line, some nars Taj Mahal on cheeks and 🔥)
Karen says
November 28th, 2019 at 6:37 pmHi Tara,
They’re super pretty. And ya for Taj Mahal! An old fave. Hope you had a very happy Thanksgiving. 🙂