Mac Retro Matte Lipstick Pink Pigeon

Review, Swatches and Dupe of MAC Lipstick Pink Pigeon

By Contributor: Samannita

Mac Retro Matte Liquid Lipsticks

990, it comes in the usual MAC black packaging, and has the signature vanilla fragrance of all MAC lipsticks, which disappears upon application. Pink Pigeon has a matte finish, and is described as “bright cleanest pink.” Each time I think I own the brightest shocking pink lipstick, I come across something brighter! Mac Retro Matte Liquid Lipcolour FEELS SO GRAND. 4.3 out of 5 stars 15. Get it as soon as Tue, Jun 2. FREE Shipping by Amazon. Only 10 left in stock - order soon. Lipstick Hot MAC Lipstick - Angel - Frost - New In Box. MAC Pink Pigeon Matte Lipstick New in Box. 4.0 out of 5 stars 1.

When it comes to lipsticks I am always obsessed with pink shades, I don’t know why I always end up by buying the same shades from different brands. And here is the example of my stupid obsession..although I have Daddy’s Little Girl, Love Forever from MAC, I was still craving from Pink Pigeon. Pink pigeon is a Limited edition shade from Strength collection. And people like me are mad about LEs. And when it is a bright pink like Pink Pigeon, I guess the shade itself will say everything. Let’s start with my review and swatches.

MAC Claims: Colour plus texture for the lips. Stands out on the runway. Simmers on the street! What made M.A.C famous. Totally true for this lipstick

Pink Pigeon is a bright pink that might not suit dusky Indian skin tones but will look great on fair to medium skin tones. The shade in bright sunny weather looks awesome. It looks so neon pink on me which I really love. But the shade is such a chameleon..it looks different in different lights. But whatever the shade looks on me in whatever light I just love to see my lips again and again in my hand mirror that I always carry in my handbag! The pigmentation of the lipstick is awesome. A single swipe is enough to get the actual shade of the lipstick.

The finish is matte and the texture is so smooth. I don’t feel any pulling or tugging on my lips while applying the lipstick. As the lipstick is matte so application of lip balm prior to applying the lipstick is suggested for dry lips. And proper exfoliation is must before applying this lipstick else one will end up with flaky lips. The fragnance of the lipstick is the usual vanilla scent that vanishes within few minutes of application thus it is good for people with sensitive nose like me..as I don’t use a lot of my lipsticks due to their fragnance which I can’t tolerate. Anyways coming to the review again!

The staying power of the lipstick is pretty good. It stays for more than 6 hours on me and fades away leaving a nice light pink tint on my lips.

The lipstick although being a limited edition comes in the regular packaging of MAC lipsticks, but the shade always matters more than the packaging. And who wants to spend extra bucks just for the packaging? So I am really happy that the price was not increased for being limited edition.

Swatches of Pink Pigeon in natural light

My lip swatches of Pink Pigeon

The thumbs up points of MAC Pink Pigeon Lipstick:

The vanilla smell of the lipstick.
Pigmented.
1-2 swipes give opaque coverage.
Ideal for most of the Indian skin tones.
Bright pink usually for fair to medium skin tone mostly.
Stays for 6 hours approx. on my lips.

The Aaaaahssss of MAC Pink Pigeon Lipstick:

Availability as its limited edition.

Price: Rs.990

VNA Rating: 4/5

Dupe: Inglot Matte Lipstick 421

My Recommendation: MAC Pink Pigeon Lipstick is a nice bright pink but as it is a limited shade so I guess it is now not available but you can find dupes of this shade in other brands too.

Have you used MAC Pink Pigeon Lipstick? Share your views with us.

4.2/5(4 votes )

MAC Pink Pigeon Matte Lipstick Review, Swatches: Hello Guys! As you all know by now I am a big, no biggest lipstick addict and I keep on purchasing them no matter at what price I pay. Today I am reviewing a lipstick from MAC. After reviewing Mac lipstick from the Retro Matte Range All fired up, now I am reviewing their matte lipstick range in the shade Pink Pigeon.

I always wanted to buy candy yum yum for me but when I saw the swatches on internet I thought it will wash me out because it is neon pink so I picked Pink Pigeon which is little darker than candy yum yum. To know how it faired on me and see swatches read on my review.

About MAC Pink Pigeon Matte Lipstick

A long-wearing Lipstick formula with intense colour payoff and a completely matte finish.
M·A·C Lipstick – the iconic product that made M·A·C famous. This long-wearing formula features an intense colour payoff and a completely matte finish.

How to Use MAC Matte Lipstick

Use it just like your regular lipsticks. For best results, prep your lips properly before application.

Ingredients in Mac Matte Lipstick Pink Pigeon

Price Of Mac Matte Lipstick Pink Pigeon

$ 17.50 for 0.1 oz in the USA
C$ 22.00 for 3 g in Canada
£ 16.50 for 3 g in the UK
€ 19.50 for 3 g in Europe, France, Germany
A$ 36.00 for 3 g in Australia
NZ$ 32.00 for 3 g in New Zealand
S$ 33.00 for 3 g in Singapore
₹ 1500.00 for 3 g in India

In Detail MAC Pink Pigeon Matte Lipstick Review, Swatches and My Experience

Packaging

The lipstick comes in a matte black and white printed rectangular cardboard box which bears all the necessary information. The actual lipstick has a matte black and silver body which is very strong and sturdy. I once dropped my lipstick and it did not break *touchwood* . There is a white coloured sticker glued on the bottom which carries the lipstick name and number. The cap shuts lock which closes tightly and ensures that the lipstick is travel friendly which can be carried along easily without any hassle.

Texture & Finish

The texture of Mac Matte lipstick Pink Pigeon is very smooth and buttery. It glides on my lips effortlessly without tugging or pulling my lips unlike their retro matte range. Though the lipstick is matte it does not dry out my lips, the finish it gives is not completely matte. It is sort of a semi creamy matte. I do not feel any need of applying lip balm underneath as it moisturising enough. It has a sweet vanilla scent which I adore.

Shade Pink Pigeon from MAC

Mac describes Pink Pigeon shade as a bright cleanest pink shade. But for me the shade is neon pink with very strong blue undertones. This shade will significantly wash out girls with above nc45 skin tone. I am nc42 in Mac and Pink Pigeon does suit me but only when I apply a little dark pink lip liner and than above it I apply this lipstick. It is very bright and I do not wear it at daytime because it looks very loud on lip (I hope you all understand what am I trying to explain). I also wear it as a stain I apply it very lightly and dab it with my fingers to give my lips a very beautiful pinky flush of colour. The shade will good very good on fair and pale skin tone girls.

Staying Power

Mac Matte Lipstick Pink Pigeon Stays On my lips for 4 to 5 hours. It does transfer as it is demi matte and not completely matte. But it does not come off completely. It does not settle into fine lines nor it dries off the lips further. It leaves a beautiful pinkish stain on my lips which looks amazing.

Overall Verdict

Mac Pink Pigeon is a beautiful pink lipstick which is really nice and bright. The lipstick is matte and does not dry out my lips. If you love such bright bold fun loving shades, then this is exactly for you.