MAC Relentlessly Red Retro Matte Lipstick Review Swatches

MAC Relentlessly Red  Retro Matte Lipstick (Rs 990/- for 3 gm) available at MAC Stores

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MAC Relentlessly Red  Retro Matte Lipstick is a new launch in MAC’s permanent range.

MAC Claims : Inspired by Ruby Woo’s overwhelming popularity and one-of-a-kind texture, M•A•C introduces new bold shades in its Retro Matte finish. Eye-catching colours like Dangerous and All Fired Up create a look that’s fiercely feminine.  You can also check previously reviewed shades from MAC Retro Matte Range – Ruby Woo, Dangerous & Flat Out Fabulous

Packaging: The packaging of MAC Relentlessly Red  is the normal black and steel one, as it is part of the permanent collection. It is easy to carry around and store.

Color and Texture: The color has a signature vanilla smell, and the texture is slightly on the drier side. MAC Relentlessly Red  Retro Matte Lipstick applies easily on my lips, but as its matte, it has a tendency to dry out my lips, so exfoliation and applying lip balm before using this color helps in not just reducing the dryness, but also stops lips from flaking.MAC describes the color as “bright, pinkish coral matte”. I have to say, they have nailed the description on this one. On first encountering the shade, I was taken by the brightness of the shade, and on application, I realized that the color needed a light hand, otherwise it would easily look loud on my lips. One swipe at a time, the lipstick has to be applied carefully. MAC Relentlessly Red is definitely not meant for office, at least my office, because it is a pretty loud color, but it looks great on an evening out, or for a night out partying.

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StayingPower: MAC Relentlessly Red  Retro Matte Lipstick stays on my lips easily for 5-6 hours, and leaves a heavy stain afterwards. Although it is drying, I admit, the staying power is very good, and it does not transfer after it sets, which is around 5-10 minutes after application. However, it fades unevenly if I eat and drink, so after a meal, reapplication is a good idea.

Pros:

  1. Easy to carry
  2. Lovely color
  3. Stays a long time
  4. Does not bleed
  5. Does not transfer after it sets

Cons:

  1. Flakes
  2. Dries out lips
  3. Fades unevenly

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Overall Thought

I have to say, although the color is quite high maintenance, I really love the brightness MAC Relentlessly Red  Retro Matte Lipstick adds to my face, and it looks lovely when applied with a relatively light hand on my lips. Also, the fact that it does not transfer much makes it great for party wear and for clubbing. I won’t endorse this as a daily wear color though – I don’t think this is very office appropriate.

Ratings – 3.5/5

*Written By Poorna Banerjee

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