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There is nothing worse than cruising the beauty algorithms on our feeds and finding the perfect shade of lipstick — only to find out it has been discontinued. For fans of Mac’s Viva Glam II — a matte, dusty rose lipstick that disappeared from the makeup brand’s website and shelves last year — the hunt for a replacement has been a frustrating one.
But fortunately, savvy beauty sleuths have discovered that not only is Maybelline’s Color Sensational Lipstick in Rosy Risk an excellent color match for the discontinued Mac lip color, but it has the same lasting-power and applies just as smoothly as the coveted luxury option.
“So this is exactly the same color as Mac Viva Glam II,” one reviewer shared. “The only difference is that it is a cream lipstick and not matte, which I actually prefer…and it is way more affordable.” Affordable and creamy? We’re listening.
“I normally purchased high-end lipstick thinking they were better in quality. I now know that is not the case. This lipstick is very creamy and applies smoothly,” another shopper shared, proving that luxury doesn’t have to come with a matching price point. The lip color’s formula includes shea butter, which mean your lips stay hydrated, soft, and free of that dreaded dry feel some matte lipsticks leave behind.
And it’s not just about quality. The drama of being unable to find the perfect shade in stores hits close to home for many. “I could not find this shade anymore in stores! Then I thought, why not try Amazon! I was so thrilled I ordered 2!” shared a particularly ecstatic fan. When someone’s buying multiple backups of a lipstick, it’s clear the hype is real.
A creamy finish, bold pigmentation, and a shade that fans have called indistinguishable from Viva Glam II? All for $7? One shopper summed it up perfectly when they said, “It was perfect!” Whether you’re a fan of the original or just on the hunt for a stunning new everyday lipstick, Rosy Risk is worth the try. At this price, you really don’t have much to lose (except maybe your cart’s ‘out of stock’ warning if you wait too long!).
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