Sunny day lipstick: MAC Up the Amp

Think out of the box. Think purple. Think MAC.

If there is a reasonably-priced and reliable brand of makeup in this world, I'm sure MAC would be on top of the list. After a stressful 3-hour meeting at work, My workmates and I had decided  to drop by at EDSA ShangriLa just to hang-out. Once there, my obsessive-compulsive instinct on make-up was again triggered. I dragged all of them with me at the MAC counter. I challenged myself to look for a very unusual but wearable lipstick. At first, I thought that was a challenge not until I met MAC Up the Amp. I was adamant in owning a tube that's why I purchased it.

(My MAC Up the Amp)

Up the Amp is one of the amplified creme finish lipstick from MAC, known for its blue toned lilac shade color. It has the yummy vanilla scent which is MAC's signature scent (makes me wanna chew up my lipstick) and of course is part of the permanent line.

MY THOUGHTS:
What I love about it:
MAC is an industry standard when it comes to makeup. It's definitely not a waste of money when it comes to its prducts. I'm not a fan of unusual colors but Up the Amp had provided me a good reason to go beyond my comfort zone. This lilac purple lipstick glides on smoothly to my lips, provides a creamy smooth texture that lasted for approximately 4 hours without retouch (no lip primer used) and doesn't feel heavy on the lips. Since the product is highly pigmented (like othe MAC lipsticks), a little product goes a long way. The packaging is undeniably sleek and very convenient to use. I think it will  match floral/pastel colored clothes instantly. I also think that this is best paired with earth-toned, natural-toned and smokey eye shadows. Perfect lipstick for a bright sunny day!

Overall:
What's amazing about this is how it flatters all skin tones (fair to dark) despite its purplish color. So if you want something fun yet wearable kind of lipstick, go ahead.. grab your own tube of MAC Up the Amp. I'll definitely repurchase in case it hits the bottom of the tube. It will be a staple find in my train case. Its a lipstick that speaks a personality. But, gals, remember! It's not only the lipstick that speaks your attitude. but, It's your attitude that turns mundane into something special.

Price: 1,000Php
Where to buy: MAC online, MAC counters in Trinoma, Glorietta, EDSA Shangri-La
Staying power: 4-6hrs
Finish: Amplified Creme 
Ratings: 8/10

THE FINISH PRODUCT:

 Is it or is it not gorgeously wearable?