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A Slice of Matte Lipstick Paradise Courtesy of the MAC Posh Paradise Mattenes

September 16th, 2011 by Karen 28 Comments

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Dang, I’d forgotten just how much I love the MAC Mattenes. It had been a while since the last time I wore anything from the line of semi-matte lipsticks, but today three of the 10 shades from the delightful new Posh Paradise collection refreshed my memory.

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Mattene Lipsticks, $14.50 U.S./$17.50 CDN each, from the left: Deliciously Forbidden(a mid-tone berry), Legendary (a mid-tone brick red) and Naked Bliss (a neutral light pink)


Mattene Lipstick swatches from the left: Deliciously Forbidden, Legendary and Naked Bliss

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Legendary

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Naked Bliss

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Deliciously Forbidden

mac posh paradise swatches mattenes

Feather light on the lips despite their full-coverage, highly pigmented formula, they apply evenly, dressing up lips in just two or three swipes with long lasting color capable of standing up to multiple cups of coffee or tea.

Some gals find the MAC Mattenes to be a touch drying, and I used to think so, too, but for some reason the shades in this new batch seem more moisturizing than I remember.

If you like simple, no-fuss lipsticks in elegant, rich shades, don’t miss the new Mattenes in MAC Posh Paradise.

PRICE: $14.50 U.S./$17.50 CDN each
AVAILABILITY: Available now at MAC stores, counters and also online
MAKEUP AND BEAUTY BLOG RATING: A

For more on the MAC Posh Paradise collection, check out…
  • MAC Posh Paradise Swatches and Pics
  • The MAC Posh Paradise Paint Pots Have Pigment to Spare

Victory is ours!

YES! We made it, boo! It’s the weekend. 🙂 Do you have any plans? I’ll be home most of the time, but I would like to visit with my BFF’s, Jen and Cindy, if I can finish all of my chores. Jen just had her baby boy last week, and I can’t wait to meet him.

The times, they are a-changin’. Jen, Cindy and I used to spend our days in high school talking about boys, which we still do, only now the boy’s an infant. Crazy!

Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,

Karen

A Slice of Matte Lipstick Paradise Courtesy of the MAC Posh Paradise Mattenes / Originally published September 16th, 2011

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  1. Vijaya says

    September 16th, 2011 at 6:55 pm

    I bought Deliciously Forbidden today. Too pretty to resist!
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  2. Tiffany says

    September 16th, 2011 at 6:57 pm

    I just jumped on the ‘matte lip’ bandwagon. Deliciously Forbidden looks really pretty. Legendary looks great on you, perfect for fall.

    Reply
  3. Amber says

    September 16th, 2011 at 7:16 pm

    You look like a catalog model! 😀
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    • Swatch And Learn says

      September 17th, 2011 at 12:04 pm

      I was thinking the same thing. Those pictures of Karen look really nice, and that hat looks so soft and cozy!
      Swatch And Learn recently posted … OPI Fresh Frog of Bel Air Swatches & Review

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  4. Larie says

    September 16th, 2011 at 7:20 pm

    Love that picture of you with Legendary on! It’s such a model photograph 😉

    Reply
  5. vonnie says

    September 16th, 2011 at 7:20 pm

    deliciously forbidden is one that i’d rock 🙂 these photos are awesome, esp the one for legendary 😀 get it girl
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  6. Jessi says

    September 16th, 2011 at 7:25 pm

    Of all the swatches I’ve seen of these Deliciously Forbidden has been my favorite. And it seems flattering on all skin tones!
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  7. dani@callitbeauty says

    September 16th, 2011 at 8:04 pm

    love naked bliss and deliciously forbidden!
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  8. LauraJane says

    September 16th, 2011 at 9:34 pm

    Lengendary looks absolutely GORGEOUS on you!

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  9. Britany B. says

    September 17th, 2011 at 1:00 am

    I’m trying to figure out which one is gonna be good for fall….

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  10. Vonvon says

    September 17th, 2011 at 1:09 am

    Deliciously Forbidden is a pretty color. Looks good on you.
    It brightens up the face yet subtle enough.
    Vonvon recently posted … On A Blissful Weekend……..

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  11. Soleil Doux @ Soleil Doux Blog says

    September 17th, 2011 at 2:58 am

    Dang. These all look fantastic on you, but I really like Naked Bliss. My big weekend plan is tubing down a river all day for my friend’s birthday! 8)
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  12. Donna says

    September 17th, 2011 at 3:25 am

    Did you just take secret top model classes from tabs? 😉
    Your photos of recent are all looking so good. Smize!

    Reply
  13. Kim says

    September 17th, 2011 at 5:28 am

    Holy cow! You look stunning in Legendary. 🙂

    Definitely make some time for your bffs and the baby. Life’s too short to clean. HAHA! We’re off to a soccer tournament. Three games should have the boys nice and tired. 🙂

    Reply
  14. meimei says

    September 17th, 2011 at 6:33 am

    I am so going to need Legendary in my life now. That is one lovely brick red… and Lord knows I could use one right now!

    Reply
  15. Chris25 says

    September 17th, 2011 at 7:22 am

    Congrats to Jen! It’s funny, a lot of my high school friends have babies now. In the past year, at least a dozen people I know have had babies. It’s a reminder that I’m not as young as I used to be! LOL.

    I was going to buy Legendary, but it was mentioned on Temptalia that Kittenish (which I own) is similar. So I think I’m covered. 🙂

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  16. Bun Bun Makeup Tips says

    September 17th, 2011 at 9:56 am

    Legendary and Naked Bliss look really nice on you. Especially Naked Bliss! You rock that kind of color. =D
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  17. Glosslizard says

    September 17th, 2011 at 10:28 am

    Oh, you look flawless in Legende! The eyes! The hat! Love all around! Now I want Legend and a hat like that! 😀

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    • Glosslizard says

      September 18th, 2011 at 8:54 am

      Oops, got the name wrong both times! I meant Legendary! 😛

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  18. Nina says

    September 17th, 2011 at 11:37 am

    we went to a polish festival today, but first it was so hot, then it rained. then the hubs spilled his venti coffee all over himself LOL.

    we ended up eating at a polish restaurant, getting more coffee and heading home!

    naked bliss and deliciously forbidden are gorgeous!

    Reply
  19. Millie says

    September 17th, 2011 at 6:08 pm

    Just have to tell you these are pretty pictures! Gorgeous!

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  20. amy says

    September 17th, 2011 at 7:07 pm

    I like Legendary and Naked Bliss the best.

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  21. Shauna says

    September 17th, 2011 at 8:21 pm

    I love the Naked Bliss. Haven’t tried these matte Mattens before. . . Might try it.

    _ Hope you get some time with your girlfriends, I miss mine all the time. One of my best friends is about to have her second child in three weeks…It’s definatly crazy how the time flies…

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  22. viva says

    September 20th, 2011 at 4:27 am

    Deliciously Forbidden is Delicious!!!

    WANT IT!!

    U can carry off dark colours(like legendary) very well too!
    viva recently posted … Long-lasting wonders! Deborah Milano 24 ore Extreme Long lasting Lipstick – 07

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  23. HouseOfPhotoProps says

    October 1st, 2011 at 10:55 pm

    hi

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  24. Rachael says

    October 2nd, 2011 at 8:42 am

    You look like a dead ringer for J-Lo in some of those pics. You look so beautiful. That hat suits you.

    Reply
  25. Courtney says

    November 19th, 2011 at 6:29 pm

    Thanks for posting pics with the products – it always makes it easier to be able to see how they look on someone! 🙂 I’ve been trying out different makeup looks lately and work with the makeover tool on Taaz.com – your photos have given me some good color ideas though, thanks!

    Reply
  26. Annaham says

    November 24th, 2011 at 11:42 am

    I bought Deliciously Forbidden a couple of weeks back and have been wearing it ever since! SO pretty.

    Reply

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