Lady Gaga in MAC's 2011 VIVA GLAM ad (image: stylefrizz.com) Yesterface. The history of MAC make up. MAC products were originally designed for professional make-up artists, but are now sold to consumers worldwide. MAC (Make-up Art Cosmetics) was founded in Toronto, Canada by Frank Angelo and Frank Toskan in 1985.
- Lady Gaga Speaks About the MAC VIVA GLAM Movement In 2010, MAC announced that Lady Gaga would continue as the solo face of the VIVA GLAM effort in 2011. This campaign had raised over $190 million dollars up to that time for worldwide support of AIDS prevention and treatment.
- In the Lady Gaga Store you will find complete packs, glosses, lip shapers and ultrapigmented metallic shadows for the eyelids. Lady Gaga bets on makeup as an expression of each of us, as a form of expression of our personality.
- Lady Gaga’s expression through music is as dynamic as MAC’s expression through color and art. And it’s awesome that’s she wants to be part of such a great cause. January 2, 2010 at 8:09 am 1/2/10.
Welcome to the online shop of Lady Gaga Makeup. If you are a Lady Gaga fan you are in luck, here you will find the new makeup line of the singer, created by Haus Laboratories. Come and discover all its incredible products!
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Get ready to discover the new line of makeup products of this super disruptive artist, who like everything she does, these items are the most innovative, groundbreaking and exclusive that you can find, these are unisex, vegan and cruelty-free products (animal cruelty free)
In the Lady Gaga Store you will find complete packs, glosses, lip shapers and ultrapigmented metallic shadows for the eyelids.
Lady Gaga bets on makeup as an expression of each of us, as a form of expression of our personality. In fact, Lady Gaga herself has left in her own words what it means to her:
When I was young, I never felt beautiful. And while struggling to find a sense of inner and outer beauty, I discovered the power of makeup.
I remember seeing my mother putting on her makeup every morning, enjoying the brightness of her power to put her bravest face like the hardworking woman she was. Then I started experimenting with makeup as a way to realize my dreams of being as strong as my mother.
That was when I invented Lady Gaga. I found the superhero inside me looking in the mirror and seeing who I wanted to be.
Sometimes beauty does not come naturally from within. But I’m so grateful that the makeup has inspired me a bravery that I didn’t know I had.
I have come to accept that I discovered my beauty by having the ability to invent and transform myself. They said it was just weird, but really, I was just born this way.
You may remember me previously raving about the MAC Viva Glam Gaga 2 Lipstick back in February.
Today, I bring you a MAC Viva Glam Gaga 2 Lipglass review!
Bought both Gaga 2 lip products at the same time and since then have been alternating between them.
The beauty of the lip gloss is that it makes your pout feel good, and it adds shine for that va-va-voom dimension. I was thrilled that the MAC lipglass was very much like the Viva Glam Gaga 2 lipstick I loved – it’s an easy-to-wear peachy nude lip gloss that doesn’t leave me looking like the Corpse Bride.
And, although most people already know, I still have to say it – all the proceeds from the sales of this product go to the MAC AIDS Fund that helps women, men, and children who are living with AIDS and HIV. So not only are you getting a wonderful new lip color, but you’re also supporting a very good cause.
MAC Viva Glam Gaga 2 Lipglass Pictures
MAC Viva Glam Gaga 2 lip gloss & lipstick comparison
Check out my MAC Viva Glam Gaga 2 Lipstick swatches & review here! Do you prefer the Gaga 2 lip gloss or lipstick?
MAC Viva Glam Gaga 2 Lipglass Swatches
Left: Bare Lips & Right: MAC Viva Glam Gaga 2 Lipglass
Flash - on NC20 skin
Artificial Light - on NC20 skin
Claims: TRUSTED
- √ Pale milky beige
Key Notes
- Name: MAC Viva Glam Gaga 2 Lipglass
- MAC Viva Glam Gaga 2 Lip Products Available: Lipstick & Lipglass
- Amount: 4.8 g (0.17 US Oz.)
- What I Paid: $17.50 CAD
- Where to Buy: MAC US website, MAC Canadian website, MAC stores & MAC counters
MAC Viva Glam Gaga 2 Lipglass Review
Lip glosses are my favorites because you can wear them solo or use them over a lipstick to transform the color and to add depth and hydration.
Color
This MAC Gaga 2 lipgloss is the perfect neutral shade – it’s not dead. There’s some peachiness to it that keeps your pout from looking washed out (if you have a similar skin tone as I do – NC20).
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Also, there are small shimmer particles that bring life to your lips, but they’re not obnoxious or very noticeable – it’s very subtle and work-appropriate. No disco-ball Superglass lips here!
I find it very easy to wear, and I was pleased that it’s very pigmented. When I slick this on, the color shows up nicely on my lips.
Formula
The formula is of a medium consistency – not watery and not thick or goopy. It’s also not sticky (like MAC Dazzleglasses are).
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Lady Gaga Mac Lip Gloss
Lots of people I know prefer brushes instead of doe-foot or sponge applicators, but I prefer the latter.
The MAC Gaga II Lipglass has a doe-foot applicator that gives me the right amount of product and greater control. But, yes, this type of applicator does soak up product. That’s something I can deal with.
Lasting Power
I got about 2 hours of wear without eating or drinking before I felt the need to reapply. The shine started to fade at the 1-hour mark, but I wore it for another hour because the color was still there.
Fragrance
The MAC Lady Gaga 2 lipgloss smells just like any other MAC lip product – vanilla cake batter! It’s such a delicious (and soft) scent that makes me look forward to reapplying this.
Price & Accessibility
Unfortunately, everything from MAC costs significantly more than drugstore makeup, which turns off a lot of shoppers. Sure, it’s not high-end like Givenchy or Chanel, but to me, I consider MAC to be quite a splurge and not a brand that I can indulge in too often lest I make my piggy bank squeal.
Another important thing to note is that the MAC Lady Gaga 2 Lipglass is limited-edition. You’ll be able to find these readily for a while, but if you’re really lemming this color, go get it before it sells out and isn’t restocked.
MAC AIDS Fund
When you buy this lip gloss or the MAC Viva Glam Gaga 2 Lipstick, the proceeds go to the MAC AIDS Fund, which helps those who are dealing with AIDS and HIV.
Lady Gaga Collectible Packaging
If you’re a makeup collector or a fan of Lady Gaga, you’ll really appreciate the extra mile MAC’s design team took to come out with the special packaging.
Lady Gaga’s signature and a star are emblazoned across the MAC cardboard box in a bright metallic red. And the same is done on the actual tube.
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Final Verdict: 9.5/10
If you loved the Gaga 2 lipstick but are more of a lip-gloss lover, you’ll really want to get hold of this. It’s the perfect medium between a gloss and a lipstick – shiny finish and good pigmentation.
What’s your favorite nude lipstick/lip gloss? Do you think that MAC products are overpriced? How much would you pay for a lip product you absolutely love and wear every single day?
Check out my other MAC Viva Glam Gaga 2 review: