X-S

Name: MAC Cosmetics X-S
Brand: MAC Cosmetics
Rating: 4.3 (21 reviews)

MAC Cosmetics

4.3

21 reviews

90%

would repurchase

4.1/5

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Reviews

5.0

from

Hothead

15 years ago

I go thru makeup periods like a regular Picasso. I acquired this color when my hair was in it's Red period.. and it was a huge hit with all and sundry. Having changed my haircolor back to blonde, I ...Read more

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About reviewer (947 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinNormal, Fair, Warm

HairBrown, Straight, Medium

EyesHazel

5.0

from

mrsbookworm

15 years ago

I love this dark brown-red. It is great for fall and winter. Complements my darker-toned skin very well and makes my teeth look like I got them professionally whitened (seriously!). This will be on...Read more

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About reviewer (53 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinCombination, Dark

HairBlack

EyesBrown

5.0

from

polupuakenikeni

16 years ago

i love this lipstick! this is my go-to red. first off, this red would be best for olive/tan complexions. second, i've worn this lipstick on all kinds of occasions whether it be at the club or at work ...Read more

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About reviewer (48 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinAcne-prone, Olive

HairBrunette

EyesOther

2.0

from

margyface

16 years ago

Way too dark for me if I were to apply directly from the tube. Looks like I smeared regular chocolate on my lips Instead, I use my finger. Dabbing works too, but it's not as even. This makes a les...Read more

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About reviewer (51 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Neutral

HairBlack, Relaxed, Fine

EyesBrown

4.0

from

trinigal

16 years ago

One of my favs. I swatch every lipstick that i review on here, hope that helps. I can't stand buying lipstick only to discover that it doesn't work for me. I appreciate ppl that swatch , so i deci...Read more

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About reviewer (131 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinNormal, Dark, Not Sure

HairBlack, Other, Other

EyesBrown

5.0

from

rivera25

16 years ago

I was scared this would not work on me but it really looks good on me. The colour is like a dark red/brown. I feel glam, sophisticated and grown up in this l/s. I get alot of compliments when i wear t...Read more

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About reviewer (114 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinCombination, Fair, Cool

HairBrunette, Kinky, Medium

EyesHazel

4.0

from

sirensandsailors

16 years ago

A great color from MAC. I either put on a light layer with a brush to get a more natural look or I pile up the layers and get the nice, dark, brown-red color. I pair this with a peach-pink blush like ...Read more

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About reviewer (25 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinCombination, Fair-Medium

HairBrown

EyesBrown

5.0

from

aquilinum

18 years ago

It's time I reviewed the magic that is X-S. Sure, there are other reddish browns and brownish reds, but this one is The Perfect Balance. It's deep but not dark or tacky, rich without being overwhelm...Read more

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About reviewer (12 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinDry, Fair, Not Sure

HairRed, Wavy, Medium

EyesGreen

4.0

from

maliastyle

18 years ago

Years ago, when a MAC counter opened here, I rushed out for a MAC makeover and instantly fell in love with X-S, described by MAC nearly perfectly as an intense reddish brown. On my Asian NC25 skin, it...Read more

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About reviewer (1606 reviews)

Age

SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Warm

HairBrunette, Wavy, Medium

EyesBrown

4.0

from

theodora3

20 years ago

Really wearable (not over the top) warm brownish red...can look more brown or more red depending on lighting and lipliner...can be worn summer and winter, IMO. My coloring: Meditteranean golden-oliv...Read more

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About reviewer (21 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinCombination, Olive, Warm

HairBrown, Wavy, Coarse

EyesBlack

5.0

from

laurenaj

20 years ago

If I could only have one lipstick(Ha, imagine that!), it would be MAC, X-Treme. I have been wearing this lipstick for over 13 years. It's a burnt brick red/brown. It accentuates my golden/olive skin, ...Read more

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About reviewer (151 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinVery Dry

HairRed

EyesBrown

5.0

from

preetigirl

20 years ago

Yes, I'd buy this again. As described by other reviewers, it's a rich brown with burnt or brick red tones in it and a semi-matte, slightly shiny finish. Not over the top like the amplified cremes! Wh...Read more

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About reviewer (17 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinCombination, Olive

HairBrunette

EyesBrown

5.0

from

implosive

21 years ago

Rating: 10 Shade Description:Intense reddish brown (Satin) Often Purchased With: Chestnut Lipliner & Bronze Eyeshadow Repruchase: yes Comments: X-S...Read more

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About reviewer (46 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinNormal

HairBlack

EyesBrown

5.0

from

frgrl616

21 years ago

I finally found the perfect reddish brown lipstick for my reddish brown skin tone. I totally bought it based on the reviews here and doing my research on similar colors. Thanks MUA reviewers for hel...Read more

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About reviewer (100 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinOily, Medium Brown, Not Sure

HairBrown, Curly, Coarse

EyesBrown

4.0

from

sashimigirl

21 years ago

This was My Very First MAC Lipstick. A great reddish-brown if you have warmer or darker skin tone -- I'm an Asian GGG NC35 (is that possible?) and I can lighten it up with gloss for the day, then give...Read more

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About reviewer (81 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinCombination, Olive, Warm

HairBrunette, Straight, Medium

EyesBrown

4.0

from

happydancer74

21 years ago

The color looks great on Asian ski. Put a little bit of golden shine on top and you are ready for your big night out!

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About reviewer (8 reviews)

Age

SkinNormal

HairBlack

EyesBrown

4.0

from

TaraFab

21 years ago

A good shade for me, med-dk asian. However, it tends to dry my lips.

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About reviewer (40 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinCombination

HairBlack

EyesBrown

5.0

from

star811

21 years ago

I think this was my first MAC lipstick-- the one that got me hooked on MAC products... This was my staple for a longgg time. It's a nice reddish brown shade with a satin finish. I guess when I lost my...Read more

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About reviewer (433 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Warm

HairBlack, Straight, Fine

EyesBrown

4.0

from

mitsubachi

22 years ago

I purchased this at the MAC store because I was looking for a brownish-red color, and this is what the MAC employee suggested. I'm very tan, with black hair and brown eyes, and X-S looks good on me. H...Read more

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About reviewer (49 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinCombination

HairBlack

EyesBrown

5.0

from

Deb723

22 years ago

This is my staple. My absolute favorite lipstick period. I have been wearing it since college. I'm 32 now, so it's been a long time. It is a gorgeous semi-matte brown/burnt-brick red and it is neutral...Read more

1 person found this review helpful. Did you?

About reviewer (103 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinNormal

HairBrown

EyesBrown