MAC • Lustre Lipstick in Polished Up • Lipstick

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Mia_8030 on 9/18/2012 4:14:00 PM more reviews by Mia_8030

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Brown    

Polished up is a nice brown lipstick with brick - plum undertones. Although I am in the range of NC 15, this lipstick is not too dark and it does not make me look washed out where a lippie with more brown in it would muddy my features. I think it is a great substitute for Bobbi Brown Kir and Raisin colours (which I enjoy but am not able to get at all where I live). Polished up is not MLBB but it is a nice lip colour for daytime. Not my fave in the summer, but it gets its share of wear time in the fall and winter.

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gabbott on 9/6/2012 4:15:00 PM more reviews by gabbott

Age: 56 & Over   Skin: Oily, Neutral   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Brown    

Lipstick is my favorite cosmetic product. I have A LOT of lipstick! This is ,along with Viva Glam VI, one of my all time favorite lipsticks. It's a gorgeous brownish-plum on me. It compliments my NC30-35 coloring. Love it!

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CoCoBriBri on 4/2/2012 3:49:00 PM more reviews by CoCoBriBri

Age: 19-24   Skin: Sensitive, Dark   Hair: Black   Eyes: Brown    

Just purchased this shade yesterday and I LOVE IT! I am an NC44/C7 and was looking for neutral shade that still gave me some UMMPH and this was definitely it! Dont be intimidated by the shade coming from the tube. When applied it is a shimmery/shear plum like brown. Perfect go-to shade for Day/Night & Spring/Fall :)

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*TOP REVIEWER* 2000wattsmile on 8/13/2011 1:50:00 PM more reviews by 2000wattsmile

Age: 30-35   Skin: Dry, Olive, Warm   Hair: Brown, Fine   Eyes: Brown    

Hands down, my HG lipstick. The name fits it perfectly because it really is a MLBB shade. I have worn this lipstick in every type of setting - from shopping to interviews to black tie events. If it works with your complexion, it's a no-brainer for a simple, pretty, "polished-up" look.

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complexsimplicity on 6/12/2011 12:20:00 AM more reviews by complexsimplicity

Age: 30-35   Skin: Very Dry, Dark   Hair: Black, Relaxed   Eyes: Brown    

This is a beautiful natural looking brown. It is not as dark on as it is in the tube. It blends well with my brown skin and mlbb. It's a very nice neutral. Definitely check this out; I'm sure you won't be disappointed.

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lipstickfashionista on 10/31/2010 12:10:00 AM more reviews by lipstickfashionista

Age: 30-35   Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium, Warm   Hair: Black, Coarse   Eyes: Brown    

This may become my new, daily HG! This is what I had been hoping for from Sheer Plum, but didn't get. The color is a brownish wine/plum color that gives a lovely glow. It looks frighteningly dark in the tube but goes on very sheer. It's a great neutral for warm undertones like mine. It's sort of a darker version of the raisin lustre in the Tartan Tale A Fabulous Fantasy lip palette. As with all the other lustre lipsticks, it also has a great texture in being slightly glossy without being sticky, and relatively more moisturizing than the other Mac formulas. Try it at your Mac counter, I don't think you'll be disappointed and this lipstick deserves a lot more love!

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*TOP REVIEWER* pisces31919 on 4/30/2010 10:38:00 PM more reviews by pisces31919

Age: 25-29   Skin: Acne-prone, Dark, Warm   Hair: Brunette, Curly, Medium   Eyes: Brown    

At first glance in the tube, it looks like any other brown lipstick with shimmer. However, once I apply it, it turns into a soft bronze plum that goes with almost any look. Perfect for day or night. This will remain in my rotation along with Shitaki and Touch!!!

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*TOP REVIEWER* annachristina on 9/12/2009 11:17:00 AM more reviews by annachristina

Age: 25-29   Skin: Oily, Medium Brown, Warm   Hair: Brown, Curly, Medium   Eyes: Brown    

I love this brownish color covered with Milani Summer Baby and Coach Gardenia lip glosses. It's a bit dark/harsh by itself against my NC55 skin. It has the typical lipstick smell and goes on very smooth without glittery chunks.

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SnapesLove on 8/23/2009 9:21:00 PM more reviews by SnapesLove

Age: 44-55   Skin: Normal, Fair-Medium   Hair: Red   Eyes: Green    

A lovely plum/brown sort of color. Very neutral with a soft sheen. Makes a good "go-to" neutral for anything, and when you just can't seem to find something "just right", this one will pull it all together.

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MissChocoholic on 3/27/2009 7:34:00 AM more reviews by MissChocoholic

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination   Hair: Black   Eyes: Black    

On initial application, I don't see any red in this at all...at least not on me. On my lips, it looks like a sheer brown...nothing much else. As the day goes on however, I do get a really nice tint of brownish red left behind. Overall, this color gives a very professional, clean look when used with a brow highlighter, black e/l and mascara. This will definitely be my go-to lipstick for day and night. Highly recommend. I removed one lippie due to lack of longevity...as with all Lustre formulas, it seems.

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*TOP REVIEWER* StarsnRocketsES on 1/30/2009 8:06:00 PM more reviews by StarsnRocketsES

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination, Medium Brown   Hair: Brown, Curly, Medium   Eyes: Brown    

I love this shade of red. It makes my NC 43 skin pop in photos. It's a reddish, brick looking color. This is like my fifth tube and I've been wearing Polished Up for about 8 years. I seem to always return back to this one.

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sumansaran on 5/31/2008 2:56:00 PM more reviews by sumansaran

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination, Olive   Hair: Black   Eyes: Brown    

The Lipstick in Polished Up is kind of a satin version of the Clinique Bare Brilliance in Chocolate Ice - but not really. Its actually a difficult color to describe - it belongs in the plum family of M.A.C. lip colors but is darker than the Sheer Plum and lighter than the heavier plum/wine/brick shades. I think it's probably the perfect subdued red/pink/brown for someone with my skin tone (olive...ish). The finish is a nice light, pearly lustre that again, is nice for day but even better for night with an extra coat or two and a layer of gloss.

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snis on 2/18/2008 5:08:00 PM more reviews by snis

Age: 30-35   Skin: Other   Hair: Other   Eyes: Other    

I am an NC44 and was looking for a neutral but sheerer lipstick. I already have Viva Glam VI, and was considering getting Charasmatic which I have tried before but had not bought. Both of these are sheer but is a more on the orange side on me. I wanted a sheer brown and this fit the bill. It will be a staple in my everyday lip color selection. It is not too dark, to reddish or too orangish. I tried Parmount which was a little to dark, especially with Spring on the horizon (although I would consider it for fall), Spice it Up - did nothing for me, Lame,- too much pink and a frost, which I am not into and Twig- too much pink, too light. This is a great sheer lip color for Sping/Summer for those with darker skinned complexions who want a neutral with a little bit of shine.

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irainei on 11/13/2007 12:23:00 PM more reviews by irainei

Age: 25-29   Skin: Other   Hair: Other   Eyes: Other    

LOVE LOVE LOVE this lipstick...I've been wearing this as my daily color for almost 6 years now. It blends so well with my coloring and there's enough brown to counter my natural lip color (which tends to make everything more pink). I do have to reapply it several times a day, but it wasn't made to last all day.

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steph1304 on 4/5/2007 10:40:00 AM more reviews by steph1304

Age: 30-35   Skin: Dry   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Blue    

After getting this lipstick, I was afraid it was going to be too brown. But it goes on quite sheer (with the ability to build up the intensity) and has a gorgeous berry sheen to it. It really is a beautiful shade that will compliment many skin tones and I find myself reaching for almost everyday.

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*TOP REVIEWER* melbloom on 6/27/2006 3:15:00 PM more reviews by melbloom

Age: 30-35   Skin: Combination   Hair: Red   Eyes: Blue    

Holy crap- it's yet another fantastic MAC lipstick for me to feel the need to buy 5 of just in case it ever falls under the "Triangle of Death". This is an absolutely beautiful berry/plum/brown with a subtle gold gleam. Very sheer, yet as it wore slowly off it left a lovely stain behind. Couldn't have been more flattering or made me feel more polished and sexy. Colors like this are why lipstick was invented.

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*TOP REVIEWER* ohthatgirl on 5/23/2006 4:06:00 PM more reviews by ohthatgirl

Age: Unknown   Skin: Combination   Hair: Black   Eyes: Brown    

My HG lipstick, hands down!!!! I have backup upon backup and will continue to repurchase just in case MAC has the audacity to discontinue this shade. It is the perfect not too bright, not too dark lipstick that somehow goes along with any and every eye combo. It goes on a beautiful neutral sheer brown/plum/rose that is flattering on my DDD skintone throughout every season. I love the lustre formula but I do wish it lasted longer, that would be my only negative about this lipstick. Great everyday color.

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*TOP REVIEWER* GimpyPoop on 5/16/2006 9:50:00 AM more reviews by GimpyPoop

Age: 19-24   Skin: Combination, Tan   Hair: Black   Eyes: Brown    

MAC describes this lipstick as "Foxy Brown." I don’t typically like dark lipsticks and have a slight phobia of brown lipsticks since I kind of ODed on them in high school with the brown lip look was in (ew, anyone remember that?!). But I decided it was time to brave brown shades again with the acquisition of Polished Up. Fortunately it’s a Lustre, so it’s fairly sheer – applying to a nice browned-plum natural-looking lip color on me. It is a bit reminiscent of my brown-lipstick days, but with a bit more reddened warmth so it actually somewhat flattering on my medium Asian complexion. I don’t wear Polished Up often as it’s still a tad too dark for me to completely adore it, but it’s a great alternative to my usual neutral lip. Love the vanilla smell and this doesn’t dry my lips out. Probably won’t repurchase when I run out, but I’m pleased with this lipstick.
6/3/06 EDIT: I actually gave this lipstick to my C7-skinned friend because it looks beautiful on her! Most popular neutral lipsticks don't work on her obviously, but Polished up perfectly complimented her dark skin tone while giving her lips a little hint of color.

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*TOP REVIEWER* theminx on 5/1/2006 5:34:00 AM more reviews by theminx

Age: 30-35   Skin: Normal, Dark   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Black    

This goes on a beautiful neutral coral-brown with a sheen, very flattering on my DDD skintone. Great everyday staple, but it's a little drying even though I always wear lipbalm under. Still, I would recommend this highly for darker skinned ladies.

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*TOP REVIEWER* maandusa on 10/30/2005 4:34:00 PM more reviews by maandusa

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination, Fair   Hair: Blond   Eyes: Green    

wow. just...wow! i went in today to get (yet another) B2M lipstick, but i had no idea what i wanted. i tend to wear either natural/nude colors or bright orangey/coral shades. i had a line-up of colors similar to those i already own, but on a whim i tried Polished Up -- i don't really have any deep brownish shades. since i do some freelance work, i figured it would be nice to expand into some uncharted lip territory, too. i was pleasantly surprised to find that i LOVE this color! being a Lustre formula, it has the high-shine, super-moisturizing qualities i love and that keeps this deep, rich color from being too dark for my fair skin (NW/NC20). in the tube, the shade looks overwhelming, but it goes on a lovely, sheer raisin/date/fig color that can be built up for more color payoff.



although this could be worn alone, it looks even better with 80% cremestick liner.



i haven't heard much hype about this lipsick, but i don't understand why. this may very well be one of the most underrated lipsticks MAC has to offer!

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