MAC Wins When It Comes to the Most Iconic Lipsticks—These Are Our Faves
Chances are if you've been wearing makeup for a while, you might have owned (or currently own) a MAC lipstick or two (or more). Wearing one is kind of like a rite of passage; they're that iconic. They come in so many shades—from nudes and pinks to vibrant reds and neon hues—and different finishes, too, like matte, satin, and high shine. Seriously, there's a MAC lipstick for everyone, guaranteed.
We all have our own favorites—whether you've been a Ruby Woo stan for years or swear by Velvet Teddy. A lot of people seem to have very strong opinions about their tried-and-true lipsticks. So in that spirit, I asked my colleagues for their MAC lipstick recs. See what they had to say below. Plus, to make it easier for you to discover and shop, I've broken it down by the best lipsticks for each skin tone (but feel free to wear any of these, really).
For Deep and Dark Skin Tones
For Tan and Medium Skin Tones
For Olive Skin Tones
For Fair and Light Skin Tones
You can't go wrong with Ruby Woo—it's a universal red that's a MAC classic. "This is probably one of the only red lip colors that I'm truly obsessed with," Beauty Director of Branded Content Caitie Schlisserman says. "It's just the perfect shade that definitely makes me feel confident and powerful whenever I do whip it out."
Sarah is lifestyle writer and editor with over 10 years of experience covering health and wellness, interior design, food, beauty, and tech. Born and raised in Los Angeles, she attended New York University and lived in New York for 12 years before returning to L.A. in 2019. In addition to her work atBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing , she held editor roles at Apartment Therapy, Real Simple, House Beautiful, Elle Decor, and The Bump (sister site of The Knot). She has a passion for health and wellness, but she especially loves writing about mental health. Her self-care routine consists of five things: a good workout, “me” time on the regular, an intriguing book/podcast/playlist to unwind after a long day, naps, and decorating her home.
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