Girl On a Budget- MAC VS NYX Lipstick

So, I realize not everyone can afford $14.50 lipstick. Therefore I am comparing MAC lipsticks with NYX lipstick that are similar in color. Also, I understand many women like to try different shades all the time so this is a way of trying new shades of lipsticks and not go broke. 

MAC- 

Girl About Town (on top) 

$14.50

NYX Round lipgloss 

Doll Pink (bottom)

 $2.00

So the NYX is a lipgloss because I didn't have a lipstick similar to the MAC lipstick. I really love both colors, they are like a fuchsia color. They have a blue undertone which is perfect for people with a cool skin tone. In fact, I just realized the NYX lipgloss has blue reflectives when in the light, but you can only see them in the case and only when the light hits it. 

MAC- 

MAC Red (left) 

$14.50

NYX Round lipstick 

Chaos (right)

$2.50 

The MAC Red has a more yellow undertone when compared to NYX Chaos. I can honestly say that I love NYX Chaos because it has a blue undertone, which goes with my skin color. In the photo you can also see that the NYX Chaos is shinier than MAC Red.  Also,the  NYX Round Lipsticks are very creamy and slide on very smoothly. They do not dry out your lips, something that impressed me because of the price. The only thing I recommend is to be careful when applying the NYX Chaos because since it glides on so smooth, it is very easy to make a mistake. Don't forget to line your lips when using red!!!

MAC- 

Quiet Please (middle) 

$14.50

NYX Round lipstick 

Frosted Flakes (right)

$2.50 

NYX Round lipstick 

Circe (right)

$2.50 

Sorry for the photo, these colors were very hard to photograph since they are very light. But as you can see all three are very similar. These are all great for a nude lip. MAC's Quite Please has more shimmer than both of the NYX lipsticks. NYX Circe is almost matte and has no shimmer in it, Frosted Flakes has some shimmer but that as much as MAC's. Also, MAC's quite please is kind of sheer so to get the color you have to out a few layers. 

You can get the NYX products, with the price I listed above at: 

http://www.cherryculture.com/cosmetics/makeup/eyes

They sometimes hold sales for NYX products, so take advantage of them. I will post any sales I become aware of. So, follow us, so you won't out!!!!! Also if you have any suggestions you can always e-mail us or leave a comment. Thanks for reading our post!!

Until Next Time, 

The Wicked 

Lipstick Finishes- Lipstick 101

   

Many people are unaware that lipstick comes in different finishes. 

Matte

Matte lipstick gives the lip a good color and tend to be more opaque. They are bold and dramatic. Instead of being shiny the color is flat, therefore they tend to dry the lips. You should apply a moisturizing base before applying the lipstick. I recommend putting a lip balm first, before applying any makeup on your face. This way by the time you get to applying your lipstick, your lips will be nice and soft. With matte lipstick you tend to see more of the texture and cracks on the lips so it is very important for your lips to be in good condition. 

Pearly/Frost

Pearly and frost lipstick reflect light, making your lips sparkle. These lipstick can also feel heavy and may even dry and crack your lips, therefore apply a balm before. 

Creme

Creme lipsticks contain more wax than the other, helping protect your lips from feeling dry.  They feel creamier and nicer on the lips. This finish is not really shiny so it may require for lip gloss to be applied over the lipstick. 

Gloss

Gloss isn't a lipstick but rather a lip enhancer, it adds shine to the lips and more of a translucent color. They can be worn with or without lipstick. Lip gloss also adds depth and dimension to the lips (great for women who have thin lips). Gloss is very quick, easy to apply and retouch throughout the day. 

Long Lasting and Transfer- Resistant 

These lipsticks or lip-glosses keep the color on your lips for hours. Lip glosses that are long lasting tend to come in a two step application; the color and then a lip gloss or balm to be applied on top. Long lasting lipsticks last from 4 to 6hours, while transfer resistant may last 8 or more hours. However. you will also need a balm because these lipsticks and lip glosses may dry your lips. 

Until next time, 

The wicked