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The MAC Alluring Aquatic Lipsticks, Lipglasses and Lip Pencils Are off the Port Bow

May 1st, 2014 by Karen 23 Comments

The MAC Alluring Aquatic Collection

MAC Alluring Aquatic Lipsticks and LipglassesDear MAC Makeup Sirens of Alluring Aquatic…

Hey, ladies! I know y’all are busy reclining on the rocks and beguiling sailors with your songs and whatnot, but when you have a spare minute, ideally some time before your new 32-piece Alluring Aquatic summer collection arrives on May 15, can we schedule a quick conference call?

I’d like to discuss a major issue I have with the five Lipsticks, five Lipglasses and two Lip Pencils in the collection — specifically, I wish I could wear each and every one of them, like, all at the same time.

MAC Alluring Aquatic Lipsticks
Four of the five MAC Alluring Aquatic Lipsticks

mac-alluring-aquatic-seal-1Frankly, I am jealous of the hydra, your mythical multi-headed pal, because he doesn’t have to choose among the pearly nudes, neutral pinks, plummy bronzes and vibrant violets. It’s totally not fair!

I, being a mere human (sigh), am relegated to wearing a single lip look at a time. ‘Tis a Greek tragedy of epic proportions.

But it’s not my fault! I have a weakness for nude lips, particularly in smokey eye looks using eyeshadows in unexpected colors, like the shimmery blue, green and plum Extra Dimension Eye Shadows from the MAC Alluring Aquatic collection.

MAC Alluring Aquatic Lipglasses
The MAC Alluring Aquatic Lipglasses

I love the femme fatale look of glistening eyes and glossy nude lips, and I can totally get that by lining my lips with light nude What Comes Naturally Lip Pencil before filling them in with Lustre Lipstick in Siren Song (a pale sheer beige) or Frost Lipstick in Pet Me, Please (a light shimmering mauve).

A layer of either the seductively sparkly Clear Water or creamy nude Peachstock Lipglasses on top, and I, too, feel like a magical creature of the sea.

Oh! — and the pinks in this collection? Both neutral pink Matte Lipstick in Enchanted One and creamy rose Cremesheen Lipstick in Mystical are neutral enough to work with both warm and cool skin tones and perfect for a day at the office, whether you spend said days on sea cliffs singing enchanting songs or pushing paper at your desk (damn those TPS reports!).

MAC Alluring Aquatic Lip Pencils in Half-Red (left) and What Comes Naturally (right)
Lip Pencils in Half-Red (left) and What Comes Naturally (right)

I like both of the lippies worn either by themselves or with a touch of light bronzy pink Water Deities Lipglass or plummy bronze Seducing Sound Lipglass on top, which makes them even more alluring.

And how about those big parties at the Parthenon? Well, when I need enough drama to party with Zeus and Athena, vibrant violet Cremsheen Lipstick in Goddess of the Sea, deep violet Lipglass in Modern Lure and soft burgundy Lip Pencil in Half-Red perfectly accompany shimmery statement eyeshadows.

MAC Alluring Aquatic Lipsticks and Lipglasses

Yes, MAC Makeup Sirens, I believe that you gals know where to find me, since I can hear you singing your songs of makeup seduction practically every single day. Have your people call my people, and let’s set up a time to talk.

Sooner than later, yeah?

MAC Siren Song Lustre Lipstick
Siren Song Lustre Lipstick
MAC Mystical Cremesheen Lipstick
Mystical Cremesheen Lipstick
MAC Pet Me PleaseFrost Lipstick
Pet Me Please Frost Lipstick
MAC Enchanted One Matte Lipstick
Enchanted One Matte Lipstick
MAC Modern Lure Lipglass
Modern Lure Lipglass
MAC Clear Water Lipglass
Clear Water Lipglass
MAC Peachstock Lipglass
Peachstock Lipglass
MAC Water Deities Lipglass
Water Deities Lipglass
MAC Seducing Sound Lipglass
Seducing Sound Lipglass
MAC Alluring Aquatic Lipstick swatches from the left: Siren Song, Mystical, Pet Me Please Me and Enchanted One
Lipstick swatches from the left: Siren Song, Mystical, Pet Me Please Me and Enchanted One

MAC Alluring Aquatic Lipglass swatches from the left: Clear Water, Peachstock, Water Deities, Seducing Sound and Modern Lure
Lipglass swatches from the left: Clear Water, Peachstock, Water Deities, Seducing Sound and Modern Lure
MAC Alluring Aquatic Lip Pencil swatches in What Comes Naturally (left) and Half-Red (right)
Lip Pencil swatches in What Comes Naturally (left) and Half-Red (right)
MAC Matte Lipstick in Enchanted One, a mid-tone neutral pink
Matte Lipstick in Enchanted One
MAC Frost Lipstick in Pet Me, Please Me, a light shimmering mauve
Frost Lipstick in Pet Me, Please Me
MAC Cremesheen Lipstick in Mystical, a mid-tone creamy rose
Cremesheen Lipstick in Mystical
MAC Lustre Lipstick in Siren Song, a sheer pale beige
Lustre Lipstick in Siren Song
MAC Lipglass in Peachstock, a creamy true nude
Lipglass in Peachstock
MAC Lipglass in Water Deities, a light bronzy pink
Lipglass in Water Deities
MAC Lipglass in Seducing Sound, a mid-tone plum bronze
Lipglass in Seducing Sound
MAC Lipglass in Clear Water, a sheer nude with multidimensional pear
Lipglass in Clear Water
MAC Lipglass in Modern Lure, a deep violet with pink pearl
Lipglass in Modern Lure

MAC Alluring Aquatic Lipsticks and Lipglasses

Thoughts on the 11 of 12 MAC Alluring Aquatic lippies I’ve tried…

  • Lustre Lipstick in Siren Song: This sheer shimmering beige has a retro feel. Not a color I’d typically wear on its own, because I feel like the light, frosty beige by itself can look a little too stark on my tanned skin, so I like to layer it with one of the Lipglasses (particularly Peachstock). Pale pretties, you could totally rock this! ($17.50)
  • Frost Lipstick in Pet Me, Please: Sometimes I have trouble with frosty lipsticks highlighting my lip flakes and lip lines, but I don’t have those issues with this shimmering mauve. It’s supernaturally smooth. ($17.50)
  • Matte Lipstick in Enchanted One: If you have pigmented lips like I do, this mid-toned matte just might be your perfect pink nude. The finish isn’t annoyingly flat, which I love, and the formula feels comfortable and non-drying. Definitely a keeper that I could wear daily. Don’t miss this one! ($17.50)
  • Cremesheen Lipstick in Mystical: This mid-toned creamy rose has just enough kick to stand on its own, but it’s even more stunning with Seducing Sound Lipglass on top. If you’re considering Mystical, consider taking the gloss home with you, too. Together the two are rosy-plum-bronzy magic. ($17.50)
  • Lipglass in Clear Water: The glitter in this shade is so enchanting that it could cause shipwrecks on account of swooning sailors. The tiny flecks of multidimensional pearl in pink, silver and purple elevate it from your average glittery gloss status to something truly epic. ($16.50)
  • Lipglass in Peachstock: I may have accidentally applied this to my under-eye area (whoops!) because it looked like concealer in the tube. But you don’t get concealer lips when you wear this. The warm creamy nude (a true nude) looks kind of like Tom Ford’s Sable Smoke Lipstick in gloss form. Seriously frickin’ love it. ($16.50)
  • Lipglass in Water Deities: It’s as if this light bronzy pink is channeling NARS Sweet Dreams Lip Gloss. ($16.50)
  • Lipglass in Seducing Sound: Pigmented bronzy plum perfection. ($16.50)
  • Lipglass in Modern Lure: If you’re gonna wear this deep violet with pink pearl, keep a lip brush and lip liner around. I don’t mind the extra work because I love how it looks in photographs, but it’s Drama with a capital “D!” ($16.50)
  • Lip Pencil in What Comes Naturally: I line and fill in my pout with this light nude to block out the color of my pigmented lips. Smooth and comfy, this one’s really handy when I want to wear lighter nude beige lipsticks and/or glosses. ($16.50)
  • Lip Pencil in Half-Red: This soft burgundy liner goes great with plums, bronzes and violets. As far as I can tell, it’s the only re-promoted lip product in the Alluring Aquatic collection. ($16.50)

Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,

Karen

More MAC Alluring Aquatic collection coverage…

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  • A Metallic Green and Warm Smokey Brown MAC Alluring Aquatic Face of the Day
  • The MAC Alluring Aquatic Collection Extra Dimension Bronzers and Blushes Are Making Waves With Me
  • The MAC Alluring Aquatic Lipsticks, Lipglasses and Lip Pencils Are off the Port Bow
  • The MAC Alluring Aquatic Collection Extra Dimension Eye Shadows and Pearlglide Intense Eye Liners Are off the Starboard Bow

The MAC Alluring Aquatic Lipsticks, Lipglasses and Lip Pencils Are off the Port Bow / Originally published May 1st, 2014

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  1. Erin says

    May 1st, 2014 at 5:34 pm

    I love these colors. Mystical, Seducing Sound and Clear Water are all tempting and I’m looking forward to checking them out in person. I just love the color palette for this whole collection.
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  2. Fancie says

    May 1st, 2014 at 5:48 pm

    I am just loving these looks!! This collection is SO you! Mystical and Enchanted One look so pretty on you. I think I may have to add Enchanted One to my list now. It’s just too pretty!
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  3. Let says

    May 1st, 2014 at 6:24 pm

    Oh my. Everything looks so good on you! Now I want Enchanted One…

    Reply
  4. meghan says

    May 1st, 2014 at 6:46 pm

    omgg i can’t wait! i have had my eye on siren song (i am super fair- about nc5!) and mystical, and now you made me want them even more 🙂

    ps you are fantastic- your posts always make me smile

    Reply
    • Karen says

      May 2nd, 2014 at 6:49 am

      Aw, thank you, Meghan. 🙂 TGIF. I’m very happy that you like my posts.

      Reply
  5. smooch3s says

    May 1st, 2014 at 7:14 pm

    i need one of everything!! you look amazing in every color and it only added to my list. thanks a lot, karen! 😉

    Reply
  6. CKG says

    May 1st, 2014 at 7:26 pm

    You look ah-mazing!

    Reply
  7. Grlnxdor says

    May 1st, 2014 at 7:31 pm

    I’m really excited about this collection! Those lipglosses are driving me crazy!

    Reply
  8. Divya says

    May 1st, 2014 at 10:07 pm

    Mystical is a typical my color! the lipstick packaging looks stunning in the photots!
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  9. Marina(Makeup4all) says

    May 2nd, 2014 at 2:00 am

    Modern Lure looks hot!
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  10. Lena says

    May 2nd, 2014 at 6:27 am

    i am another who is lured by the enchanted one. do you know how it compares with mac ever hip? i’m guessing ever hip is a bit more peachy…
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  11. Miki says

    May 2nd, 2014 at 9:23 am

    Loooving Enchanted One!
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  12. buckycatt says

    May 2nd, 2014 at 11:20 am

    How does Mystical compare to Red Balloon? Loving that shade!

    Reply
  13. Danielle says

    May 2nd, 2014 at 11:44 am

    I am definitely picking up Mystical! It’s the sort of shade I always go for haha.
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  14. Erin says

    May 2nd, 2014 at 4:21 pm

    Modern Lure is right up my alley!
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  15. Sylirael says

    May 2nd, 2014 at 4:27 pm

    RRRGH! Everything. So. Gorgeous. Mush. Resist…….arrrgh! 😀

    You, your photos, this whole blog post, the packaging, the colours…I just love it all! Why must you do this ti me, MAC!?!?!
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  16. Poo@beautyandmakeupmatters says

    May 2nd, 2014 at 6:45 pm

    Siren song looks pretty nice..More than MAC products I loved your looks and eye makeup.. <3
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  17. Amby says

    May 2nd, 2014 at 11:37 pm

    I sooooo planed on skipping this, but now I’m at one lipglass and one liner lol. On to the shadows……sigh

    Reply
  18. Karo says

    May 3rd, 2014 at 12:32 pm

    I love this collection so much <3 This packaging so gorgeous <3
    xoxo
    I bought Aphrodite´s Shell, Sea Me, Hear Me and Soul Serenade e/s <3
    Karo recently posted … MAC ALLURING AQUATIC COLLECTION

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  19. Sara says

    May 5th, 2014 at 3:51 am

    Karen, I just have to leave this comment and say that you are looking incredibly gorgeous in your recent sets of profile pictures (not that you weren’t before, you were!) but this is total diva standard! Keep doing whatever you are doing, it’s awesome!

    Reply
  20. Catluuvver says

    May 11th, 2014 at 1:45 pm

    LMFAO ‘THOSE DAMN TPS REPORTS!’…

    Karen everytime I come on here you get look more refreshed & gohrgous! 😉

    Reply
  21. Crystal says

    May 20th, 2014 at 9:39 pm

    I don’t know what I enjoyed more, the looks, your hilarious neptun-ian references or the giant squid rocking the lipstick at the end (probably who snatched it out of my cart when I tried to buy it online and it got sold out before I could check out). I visit for swatches now and then but didn’t appreciate what an awesome Writer you are!

    Hilarious and I’ll be back.
    Best,
    Crystal J.

    Reply
  22. Christina says

    May 22nd, 2014 at 6:21 pm

    You look lovely in all of them! Loving enchanted one! In your opinion, How does it compare to MAC Modesty? Lighter or darker? Thanks!

    Reply

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