23 March 2013

Review: MAC's 'Russian Red' Lipstick

MAC Russian Red Lipstick 
MAC Russian Red Lipstick


Anyone who knows me knows I love a red lip. It's a staple lip colour for me that I know works well majority of the time. I remember my very first red lipstick, it was by Clinique and my Mam gave it to me as she didn't use it and I actually still have the tube! When I went to Newcastle last month (see my haul here) I picked up my very first MAC Lipstick. After being immediately drawn to the reds and being dazzled by all the other stunning colours I picked up the timeless Russian Red...

I'd just like to say I friggin' love this lipstick and don't have a bad word to say about it. Russian Red is an incredibly pigmented, rich, bold red and comes in my favourite finish; Matte. As much as I love glossy lips, there's something about the matte finish that I'm drawn too. It has the perfect balance of colour that makes it suitable and completely flattering for both warm and cool skin tones. Despite it being a matte finish, it's not particularly drying on the lips as long as you exfoliate and moisturise before applying. I use my Bubblegum Lip Scrub by Lush followed by any ol' lip balm I have lying around before I sweep this on. The lasting time on this is outstanding, I wore it for a full shift at work and even after I'd ate on my lunch break, there was still no need for me to reapply the product. I also found that it does not bleed/feather even when I wear it without a lip liner, which is obviously, a huge thumbs up. I've been super impressed by my first MAC Lipstick and am so excited to try another one. Overall Rating - 10/10

It's such a dark day today that I had to photograph with a flash, but I think it really brings the colour to life. What do you think? Have you got this shade? What's your favourite MAC lipstick? Make sure you let me know, thanks for reading gorgeous people!

Megan. xo
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92 comments

  1. Gemma Etc.23 March 2013 at 13:31

    Eeeeeek it looks AMAZING lovely.. really suits you! xx

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  2. Unknown23 March 2013 at 13:46

    Wow, this shade is amazing! Looks great x


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  3. Kate23 March 2013 at 14:08

    This colour looks gorgeous on you, do beautiful :)

    prettylittleus

    Kate xx

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  4. Hannah23 March 2013 at 14:42

    This is my favourite red lipstick of all time! This was also my first Mac Lipstick, and I'm working through it fast! I can see a repurchase on the horizon! :) Great review! :) So glad to find someone who also loves this lippy! :D

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    xx

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    1. Unknown23 March 2013 at 21:13

      Oh is it? What a coincidence ha! Ahh I'm glad you love it too Hannah xx

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  5. Mara Almeida23 March 2013 at 15:21

    That's a gorgeous color! Love it (: x

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  6. Unknown23 March 2013 at 15:54

    Looks so pretty!xxx

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  7. Unknown23 March 2013 at 17:13

    such a gorgeous color!

    xx
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  8. Unknown23 March 2013 at 17:22

    mrb rujun aynısından bende kullanıyorum :)
    blogun çok güzel öpücükler
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  9. alison*elle23 March 2013 at 17:23

    Russian Red is such a classic and it looks gorgeous on you!

    xo, alison*elle

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  10. Anonymous23 March 2013 at 17:31

    this is my favourite red!

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  11. Anonymous23 March 2013 at 17:51

    This is such a perfect red! x

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  12. The Style Rawr23 March 2013 at 17:58

    ...and it friggin loves you back! I wish I had lips so I could wear red. FOXY!

    Tara
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    xoxo

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  13. Rhiannon23 March 2013 at 17:59

    Gorgeous colour on you! MAC lipsticks are the best, I have a collection of nude shades! Rhiannon xx
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    1. Unknown23 March 2013 at 21:16

      Thank you! Ohh I'll have to invest in some nudes! xx

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  14. Unknown23 March 2013 at 18:03

    Every time I go to buy a MAC lipstick I'm instantly drawn to the matte finish ones!
    I think this colour will be my next little treat I see it everywhere it looks gorgeous.

    xx

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    1. Unknown23 March 2013 at 21:16

      They're amazing aren't they?! Yes, do it! xx

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  15. Eleanor23 March 2013 at 18:05

    such a classic red! it looks great on you! :)
    xxx
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  16. Alethia23 March 2013 at 19:19

    Looks great, it suits you! x

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  17. Gemma Talbot23 March 2013 at 19:35

    Russian Red is such a great colour and it looks fab on you! You should also try Lady Bug it's such a nice red by Mac too x

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    1. Unknown23 March 2013 at 21:17

      Oooh thank you for the recommendation Gemma! xx

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  18. Unknown23 March 2013 at 20:45

    I've never had a MAC lipstick before, purely because I think they're way too expensive especially when there's so many good lipsticks a lot cheaper out there! It looks so nice on you though. I should try one out sometime :)

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    1. Unknown23 March 2013 at 21:17

      This was my thought, but when buying and using this you definitely begin to understand the hype! Everything about them is amazing. xx

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  19. TAYLOR23 March 2013 at 21:57

    It looks super pretty!xo

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  20. Abby23 March 2013 at 23:02

    I have this lipstick and love it too! Such a classic perfect red :) I'm going to be doing my mac lipstick collection soon and will be including Myth so you will get to see it! I absolutely love it so thank you hehe. xx

    Abby | Beauty and a Blogger

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    1. Unknown24 March 2013 at 21:17

      Aww I'm glad! Can't wait to see it! My pleasure xx

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  21. Anonymous24 March 2013 at 00:18

    Looks lovely Megan! I've never tried MAC before (blogger suicide I know) and I think I'm missing out haha.

    Amy xxx

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    1. Unknown24 March 2013 at 21:17

      Thank you Amy! Neither had I till I started blogging! xx

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  22. Jeeda24 March 2013 at 00:26

    looks amazing...really suits you

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  23. Katherine xo24 March 2013 at 09:49

    This looks amazing on you! I love a red lip :) xx

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  24. danielleyc24 March 2013 at 10:00

    Looks like such a lovely colour!

    http://danielleyc.com xx

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  25. Unknown24 March 2013 at 12:58

    such a pretty colour!

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  26. Jessica24 March 2013 at 13:17

    This colour looks gorgeous on you!! :)
    Would you like to follow each other? Let me know!

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  27. The Quick Red Fox24 March 2013 at 14:19

    Ahh I really want Russian Red, I have MAC Red which is also an awesome colour! Love your blog, latest follower :) xxx

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    1. Unknown24 March 2013 at 21:20

      Aww thank you Katie! Thanks for stopping by xx

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  28. Ellen Grace 24 March 2013 at 14:31

    A red lips a staple for me as well, and I've had my eye on this for a while, looks lovely on

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  29. 546875687sdf24 March 2013 at 19:58


    Now that's a brave colour Missy! I'd love to see it on if you do a review or in it or anything :)

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  30. Unknown24 March 2013 at 20:08

    Really want to pick up this shade but I think the pink undertones wont suit me as much as a deeper red! I love Twig by Mac, it's not raved about much but I love it!

    P.xx
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  31. Christine24 March 2013 at 20:24

    This looks amazing on you! When I bought Ruby Woo I was uming and ahing between that and Russian Red. Eventually I will get it as it's so pretty!

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  32. Sophielou25 March 2013 at 00:07

    This is one of the only 2 MAC lipsticks I own and I love it so much! I find myself hardly ever turning to any of my other lipsticks! I want to save up and just buy every MAC lipstick!! xxxx

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  33. Spoonful Of Diamonds25 March 2013 at 01:47

    that lipstick looks so lovely


    xx

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  34. Flo25 March 2013 at 02:33

    what a breathtaking shade, makes any girl go from normal to ultra glamorous x :)

    x
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  35. M + K25 March 2013 at 05:28

    This colour really suit you! great review

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  36. Unknown25 March 2013 at 10:31

    This is such a lovely colour! I'm still yet to purchase a MAC product/lippy! xxx

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  37. Unknown25 March 2013 at 11:49

    you look so beautiful <3
    wanna follow each other??

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  38. Unknown25 March 2013 at 17:07

    I really like that color on you! I've been wanting to try this color out for a while now!!
    x

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  39. Rosie Cumberlidge25 March 2013 at 20:38

    Really want to try this shade, it looks gorgeous and I definitely agree, I think I prefer matte finishes!

    Rosie
    x
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  40. Paola Lauretano25 March 2013 at 22:20

    I love this brand.... amazing color!!!!
    Would you like to follow each other???

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  41. Emily / www.thebeautymist.co.uk26 March 2013 at 00:08

    This is such a gorgeous red:) x

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  42. Unknown26 March 2013 at 03:43

    I won this in a giveaway and i love it! Stunning xx

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  43. osalon26 March 2013 at 06:17

    Hi dear Megan,
    I like to review the use of MAC lipstick. Shiny and seemed to look lightly on the lips.
    Warmest regards,,

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    www.beautyandtheblog.co

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  44. Abby @ Un-observed.blogspot.co.uk26 March 2013 at 10:17

    It looks amazing on you! xx

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  45. Anonymous26 March 2013 at 13:47

    This looks amazing on you such a gorgeous colour! x

    Maydoll

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  46. Anonymous26 March 2013 at 16:06

    I love a good red! x

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  47. Cat3 April 2013 at 15:19

    russian red was my first ever red mac lippy! and i still heart it! BUT u now need diva for winter and lady danger for summer. just saying. ;P

    xx

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    1. Unknown3 April 2013 at 21:47

      Ooooh thanks for the recommendations lovely - I've seen Lady Danger before and LOVE it xx

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