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M.A.C Cosmetics Retro Matte Lipstick
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4.6 of 109 reviews

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Love the ruby woo and the extreme red color it gives.

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Matte lipstick is bolder, badder and matter than ever before with M.A.C Cosmetics Retro Matte Lipstick. Intense colour payoff meets tenacious wear in a fade-proof, non-feathering formula.

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M.A.C Cosmetics Retro Matte Lipstick Reviews

4.6 of 109 reviews

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Most Helpful Criticism

Had to return

Neel

I got this in All Fired Up which is a stunning shade. Unfortunately, this was extremely (and I mean EXTREMELY) hard to apply. My lips are not particularly dry a...
  1. Love it

    Singh

    Love the ruby woo and the extreme red color it gives.
  2. Trusted brand, can’t go wrong!

    Nana

    I love this shade, which errs on fushia. I have a whole range of MAC Matt lipsticks, and I really don’t think you can go wrong with any of them — they’re striking, moisturising and have a lovely vanilla scent! I guess my only criticism is that you need to reapply them quite frequently e.g., after eating. They also bleed a little, so hot tip is to exfoliate your lips first :)
  3. Everything you'd expect

    bella

    It's everything you'd expect from a lipstick! I'm very happy with my purchase in such a classic shade.
  4. So drying!

    Sia

    Gorgeous colours but be warned, make sure you have an exceptional lip care routine and a good lip primer because holy moly, this dried me out something chronic. So drying that my lips became quite painfully uncomfortable and I must say, they weren't even that dry to begin with! A real shame because the colours are lovely - maybe it's not so bad if wearing for short periods of time though.
  5. Staple!

    MAC Lippy

    Mac lipsticks are the bee's knees. its smooth, creamy, i find i have it in almost every colour.. it lasts the day and i usually top up if im going out in the night or after eating.. 100% needed for everyone!
  6. The OG red lipstick

    Sair

    I have loved and used ruby woo for years and always get compliments when I wear it. I strongly suggest buying a lip primer to use with it to help apply and get hours of wear.
  7. Drying

    M

    Love Mac lipsticks but out of all the formulas, this is my Least favourite. Retro matte can be drying so make sure you apply lip balm before hand
  8. My Fav

    Tejas

    These retro matte lipsticks are my favourite and I swear by them. Pigment and color are too good. Worth every penny.
  9. Best

    B

    it is the best shade of red ever
  10. Very alluring

    Marta

    A very pretty and alluring variety of matte shades. Love it! Highly recommended!
  11. great shade selections

    bea

    super matte and pretty
  12. Lovely

    Singh

    Lovely shade range and I love Flat out fab the most.
  13. Ruby Woo

    Dh

    The best shade of red to exist, love this.
  14. Super amazing

    Tejas

    I have shade All fired up and its fabulous. Stays for long.
  15. Cute

    Loren

    Really like this retro colour very pretty
  16. Great!

    Jessi

    This product has the best shades of red. It is gloriously pigmented and lasts a long time. The perfect 50s retro shade! Compliments any skin colour and will last all day with minimal touch ups. Be sure to blot quickly with a tissue so that the pigment does not spread.
  17. Pretty, but doesn’t hold up

    Sharna

    I bought this in Ruby Woo after watching many vloggers vouch for this epic red but after wearing it over a few days (it’s Christmas, I wear red almost exclusively) I found that this one just couldn’t go that extra mile. It was hard to get on but I expected that from my research but I found that even after an hour it would begin to separate and pile on my lips. I wouldn’t have minded if the stain l...
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  18. Amazing colour - texture amazingly bad

    Jodes

    I love the colour so much, it is the best shade of red ever produced by any cosmetic company. The texture is the worst ever produced by any cosmetic company. This lipstick truly breaks my heart. It peels, pills and flakes but if you can get it on you will fall deeply in love and then like all the great romance stories it ends tragically soon after.
  19. Obsessed with this colour

    Jax

    Love this colour, I find it easy to apply and the colour stays really well. Perfect red lip.
  20. Flat out fabulous

    Lippy lover

    Lipstick shade is very bold and fun! The staying power is great and lippys last forever. Love MAC
  21. Perfect matte

    Laura

    I have this in Ruby Woo and it's my go-to red lipstick. Super easy to apply, lasts through basically everything except oily food, and really easy to touch-up when it wears off.
  22. Nice colours but very drying

    Starry

    I love the colour Ruby Woo in this formula but it is *so drying*. It wasn't very long lasting on me either, and difficult to apply evenly. I know a lot of people love it but I think it needs to be slightly tweaked to apply evenly, last and wear well.
  23. Gorgeous

    Andy

    The colour payoff is so amazing and bright and it doesn't transfer either
  24. So pretty

    Linda

    The colour is so bright and it doesn't transfer at all through the day.
  25. Last long

    Ivy

    The colour is nice and it lasts long even after having food and drinks
  26. Good lipsticks, not a bad price

    Hannah

    I purchased Ruby Woo and I have no regrets! Easy to apply and dries matte so stays on for a long time :) Amazing colour pay off. I want moooore
  27. Good lipsticks, not a bad price

    Hannah

    I purchased Ruby Woo and I have no regrets! Easy to apply and dries matte so stays on for a long time :) Amazing colour pay off. I want moooore
  28. Makes blue eyes pop!

    Ruby

    My go to red lipstick when I want to feel fierce! It’s a blue toned red, so as someone with pale skin and blue eyes, when I wear this lipstick it just makes my eyes pop and look super blue!
    It can feel a bit dry to apply if you’re not used to it, but it stays on all night
  29. All time favourite

    oenone

    Ruby Woo is my all time favourite. It is super matte, even more matte than other colours in the same range. But that means it lasts for a long time on the lips! Lip balm is definitely needed for a smooth application.
  30. Ruby woo!

    Bmw

    I have a few retro matte shades and they’re all beautiful. They can feel a little crunchy/dry to wear but I find they’re quite long lasting.
  31. Ruby woo-hoo

    Sarah

    Mac’s Ruby Woo is my go to red lip. It’s a super bright orange based red that pops on my very pale skin. I live to pair it with simple makeup. As it’s matte it will accentuate any dryness, so I always exfoliate my lips before using.
    The only downside is that the formula is a little drying.
  32. Such a lovely formula

    mon

    I love the retro matte by Mac. Ruby woo is such a beautiful and cool toned red. Suits my pale skin tone very well. The formula is also very confortble and feels beautiful on the lips, it is not too drying.
  33. Hard to apply but worth the struggle

    Frances

    I have a couple of lipsticks in this formula - my favourite is Relentlessly Red. They are super hard to apply because the formula is so dry, but the staying power is unlike any other and once on is actually quite comfortable on the lips. I recommend using a lip brush to help you apply.
  34. Retro as

    Leen

    Not my favourite lipstick! very pink! you could say very retro! but the texture is nice and creamy and doesn't dry your lips out
  35. Classic red - Ruby Woo

    Mon

    Ruby Woo is an absolute classic and I love the colour. It is on the drier/matte side though so you have to have prepped lips before you apply, otherwise it won't feel as comfortable or look as good. Also it is not your typical matte like Velvet Teddy, it's a retro matte which is even more dry. What I love about this shade is that it suits pretty much all skin tones and doesn't make your teeth look...
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  36. Bright confidence booster

    MrsDavies

    Awesome colour, and it stayed all day. Had numerous comments on my statement lips. Not too drying.
  37. Ruby Woo - Believe the hype

    Joce

    Bought this because of the hype and i get it now. Brought this into work for Valentine's Day when we all wear lippy. Four of us (with varying skin tones and shades and general appearance) wore this exact shade and it looked amazing on everyone. Lasts ages, i recommend getting the pencil too, such a strong colour requires precision
  38. Flat out fabulous

    Dhanoa

    I have this in flat out fabulous and it really is fabulous. It looks super stunning and has insane pigment and lasts all day. I mean all day without needing to touch up at all.
  39. Ruby Woo

    Av

    Ruby woo is a beautiful colour, it applies nicely and stays throughout the day with one touch-up. The only issue is that it settles into the lip lines and makes them look prominent so make sure to exfoliate your lips before applying it.
  40. Ok

    Charlene

    Creamy, easy to apply and lovely colour.
  41. Good

    Char

    Creamy, easy to apply and lovely colour.
  42. So bright!!

    Emma Loves Makeup

    These shades are so bold and beautiful!! If you're going for a bright lip / subtle eye look these are perfect. The formula is pretty good as well
  43. Ruby - Best shade of red for medium tan skin

    Gebi

    I like Ruby Woo shade, it's the best shade of red there is out there. However, I need to wear lip balm before putting this on to prevent dryness on my inner lips throughout the day.
  44. Love this

    Char

    Smooth texture, easy to apply and lasts awhile. Beautiful colour.
  45. Beautiful

    T

    Beautiful colours, long stayer, great all round. goes on evenly, wears off evenly.
  46. love it

    kah

    Ruby woo is one of the best red lipsticks ever. It so intense, highly pigmented colour and has a matte finish.
  47. I love the plum shade

    Christina

    The plum shade is a classic colour, it's super versatile and looks great on.
  48. Best lipsticks!

    Ella

    MAC matte and Retro matte lipsticks are the absolute bomb. I have multiple shades and adore them. Creamy to apply but so long lasting, they won't go anywhere. Beautiful range of shades as always and so highly pigmented. You cannot go wrong with these lipsticks! Only thing is you need to make sure your lips are exfoliated if they are quite dry as this may affect your finish.
  49. Good

    Char

    Love MACs matt range but colour doesn't stay on long. The matt look and colour is beautiful though.
  50. Brilliant Product

    BekBek

    The formula of these products is second to none. The colours are gorgeous, I absolutely love them and they work brilliantly with a summer glow on darker and warmer skin tomes
  51. Amazing lipstick

    SophieG

    Love this lipstick. Comes in a range of shades. I have a few.

    Easy to apply, stays put, and looks great.

    Always a go-to brand for me.
  52. 60s vibes

    E

    I always use runway hit when I want to go for that 1960s look! Super beautiful and soft lipstick that lasts hours!
  53. Love it!

    Ana

    Goes on smooth and the pigmentation is 10/10. I love the bright colour range and there are beautiful shades to suit every skin tone. The shade "Relentlessly Red" is one of the most gorgeous colours with a mixture of red, pink and coral tones. Perfect for summer!
  54. No one does a matte shade quite like MAC

    Tash

    No one does a matte shade quite like MAC! There's something about the finish of this one that is just incredible.
  55. Best lipstick ever!!

    Agota2

    I believe that everyone should have a Mac lipstick in there makeup bag. My favourite is ruby woo. The lipstick has an matte finish and all the colours are classic and beautiful. Lasts a long time.
  56. Had to return

    Neel

    I got this in All Fired Up which is a stunning shade. Unfortunately, this was extremely (and I mean EXTREMELY) hard to apply. My lips are not particularly dry and I had exfoliated and moisturized nicely before. This would drag and pull so bad on my lips and even when applied with a brush my lips would look dry and crusty after a few minutes. I had to return this.
  57. Ruby Woo

    Kat

    This was the first Mac lipstick I bought (in Ruby Woo) and it's always been one of my favourites. I love the matte finish and the shade of red is really classic and beautiful. Lasts a long time.
  58. Very Matte & Pigmented

    Sylvia

    VERY matte and VERY retro! Long lasting and yes, drying on the lips after many hours. But I don't believe you can have a matte finish without the dryness. Lipsticks aren't magical... but these are wonderful if that's the look and the finish you are going for :)
  59. One of the best!

    Grace

    Out of all the red lipsticks I own, the Ruby Woo from MAC's retro matte is by far my favourite. Goes on smoothly and lasts for about 6+ hours.
  60. Great

    M

    Love the retro matte formula. Goes on beautiful and has great coverage. It can be a little on the dryer side as it's quite matte, but lasts a long time in the lips.
  61. long wearing but very drying

    aron

    This is very long wearing it literally ill last 8 hours!!! only trouble is that it goes a bit dry and crusty at the end of the day and if you try to reapply it once its already on your lips and dried it makes it look even worse.
  62. Absolute favourite

    emma

    I've tried numerous lipstick brands - drugstore, mid-range, high-end - and MAC is still my favourite. Great for dehydrated lips and lasts all day!
  63. Absolute Favourite

    Elise

    This lipstick in Ruby-Woo is my absolute favourite. It has amazing staying power. You can eat and drink and talk, and it stays on for hours without needed a touch up. I love it!
  64. In love with this lippy

    Bridget

    This is actually my first MAC lipstick and I'm annoyed at myself for waiting so long to try them. I'm a big fan of matte and this is definitely matte. Make sure you have exfoliated your lips and moisturised them first as it will stick to any bump on your lips.

    It's lasting power is great! I ordered All Fired Up. It's not quite as bright as in the picture so I was a little disappointe...
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  65. Can't go past Ruby Woo

    Caitlin

    Ruby Woo has to be one of the most iconic lip colours ever made. I love the matte finish. Used with the Mac lip pencil it lasts all night and doesn't transfer much onto glasses when drinking. LOVE.
  66. Long wearing but drying

    Jessica

    Very long wearing and budge proof. However, the trade off is that these formulas are very drying on the lips. I have to use something underneath to make these comfortable over the day. All the MAC lipsticks have great packaging and are reasonably priced.
  67. Colour is absolutely beautiful but it’s quite drying

    Akanksha

    One of the best selling colours from MAC and I see why. The colour is so so pretty I’d wear it every day if it wasn’t so drying. You really have to scrub and use a hydrating lip balm before using it.
  68. So long-lasting!

    Frances

    I have the shade Relentlessly Red and I love it! Lasts really well and really comfortable on the lips. I wouldn't really call the shade 'red' though, definitely more of a raspberry bright pink.
  69. If it's good enough for Rihanna

    Maddy

    Ruby Woo - it's a really nice coolish red, a bit lighter than the Russian red, still lovely pigmented colour and lasts for ages on the lips, do still find it a bit drying so like to put a bit of primer underneath.
  70. Ruby woo is incredible!

    Charlotte

    I never used to wear lipstick as I found other ones would always just disappear off my lips so quickly, but Ruby woo is so flattering and it stays on for hours! I always get compliments on my lip colour when I wear it.
  71. Ruby woo is the perfect red

    Lina

    Ruby woo is the best red matte EVER on the face of this earth, in my humble opinion. The lasting power is so damn good, I don't even care that it gets a little dry because this colour lasts ALL DAY. It matches my skin tone perfectly and I honestly feel so confident and amazing whenever I wear it. If you buy any mac lipstick, let it be Ruby Woo!!! The hype is real.
  72. Ruby Woo

    Tori

    I LOVE the Ruby Woo colour. It is the perfect red for everyday and the matte makes your look flawless. My only downfall is that it is a bit drying but nothing a touch of lip balm underneath won't fix.
  73. this red YES

    Catherine

    Ruby woo is my go to when i wanna feel like an absolute BOSS, I get so many compliments and it flatters so many skint ones
  74. Relentlessly Red

    Kat

    So this has to be the lipstick that the most people ask what I’m wearing!! Without fail, someone will ask the shade! Such an amazing colour that has decent lasting power...just make sure your lips are nicely moisturised before hand. I’m on my third, which rarely happens!!
  75. Ruby woo!

    Donna

    I’m more of a pencil kind of girl, but if I want red lips then it would definitely be MACs ruby woo lipstick! I’ve tried a lot of red lipsticks and havent yet found a better one than ruby woo! I never stay without one. Ever!
  76. Ruby Woo!

    Ashley

    I have this in the shade Ruby Woo and I feel like it is the only red lipstick I will ever need. I have fair skin and dark hair and this colour complement my complexion so well. Although I don't reach for it daily, I really rate the staying power and quality of the product.
  77. Good but not long wearing

    gee

    I have All Fired Up and it's a glorius ultra matte deep hot pink, however being a matte it's a given that this isn't moisturising, that said still fairly creamy given how matte it looks so a good product. I don't find this product to be that long wearing.
  78. Pigmented

    Alex

    These are so pigmented and long lasting but I do find them drying. I have dangerous which is a gorgeous orange-red shade that's so vibrant
  79. Has staying power

    Kristy

    I love the shade Ruby Woo. It's the perfect red for my pale complexion and blonde hair. This lipstick does not dry out my lips and it does stay on but you may need to reapply after a couple of hours. My absolute go to for an instant glam look.
  80. Beaut Pop Of Colour

    maisie

    I purchased this before a trip to europe and wore it every single day! Paired with nothing but bronzer and liquid highlighter, i got the perfect summer bold lip without looking too overdone. I never use lipliner with this shade as i like to blurr the edges whilst rubbing them in with my fingers.
  81. Love Ruby Woo!

    Bette

    Really nice coolish red, a bit lighter than the Russian red, still lovely pigmented colour and lasts for ages on the lips, do still find it a bit drying so like to put a bit of primer underneath.
  82. Flat out Fabulous stands by its name!

    Bette

    Flat out Fabulous is a great purple, goes on a bit lighter then what the photos looks, has quite a bit of fuchsia running through it. Lasts all day!
  83. Great Colour & Feel

    Angela

    This lipstick goes on easily and doesn’t feel like you’re wearing anything which is great, nice colours too!
  84. Love

    Bebe

    Super pigmented, love the shades! Very bright and popping.
  85. Relentlessly red is my go to!

    Brittany

    If I had a favourite matte textured lipstick! Relentlessly red is my go to. It’s a bright red coral colour, instantly brings out my greens eyes and goes well with my fair complexion. If you wear this shade, you’ll surely stand out in the crowd. Only downside is it can be hard to apply at times, it’s a very dry texture but once it’s applied you’ll fall in love.
  86. Finally found the perfect red!

    Leah

    I love this lipstick! I’m quite pale and this is the Perfect red for me. Very matte and long lasting without drying. I highly recommend!
  87. MY FAVOURITE!

    Penelope

    Flat out fabulous is the best lipstick ever! These are even more dry than the usual matte MAC ones but they dont dry your lips just crackle a bit over the day. Still love them so much, I think I have all the shades !
  88. staying power

    Kristy

    I love this lipstick. Very matte and has a long lasting wear. It didn't dry my lips at all either. My favorite is Ruby Woo. Now I want to try another shade!
  89. Beautiful red

    Saima

    Red lipstick does not suits me much .I got a sample of RUBY woo by Mac and after very hesitation one day I use it with my white dress and surprisingly I love it ,seriously the best ever red color lippy I use in my life .next day I buy my own RUBY woo bcz now I love to use red lippy
  90. All fired up

    Anita

    I love the look of this lippy. Perfect red for me and I love the texture of this lippy.
  91. Amazing red

    Ourania

    Ruby woo is my favourite red lipstick as it is a true blue-based red. l always receive compliments when l wear this. It makes my teeth look amazingly white. Highly recommend!
  92. Ruby Woo

    Erin

    Obsessed with this lipstick. Perfect blu-red. Long wearing & easy to apply. Total MAC lipstick convert now
  93. gorgeous shades

    Katherine

    i love ruby woo and it's such a brightening red shade that just looks amazing on everyone. these matte lipsticks are good- they don't dry out my lips but they're not nourishing either.
  94. Lovely shades

    Kaylah

    Perfect for a night time look that really pops! The colour is super long-lasting and so smooth to apply. No smuding or creasing.
  95. Stands the test of time

    Hannah

    Very bright colour which holds. I'd recommend using a lip liner with it so it doesn't smear. The smell isn't bad and sits for a while. Would recommend a red shade for olive skin types.
  96. Needs a balm

    Gabriella

    Ruby Woo is one of my all-time favourite reds and it stays put even when i'm eating but i do have to touch up after. It can be very, very dry on the lips though and I need to use a lip primer or a lip balm over the top.
  97. Ruby Woo

    Gigi

    Ruby Woo is one of the best reds for every skin-tone. The lipstick is a little dry but is so long lasting and is the perfect shade of blue-red
  98. Long lasting

    Bec

    I have the shades ruby woo and relentlessly red. Great pigmentation and colour payoff. The formula is however very dry (but long lasting). Lip exfoliation is very important before applying these lipsticks.
  99. Super Dry

    Amy

    These are long lasting and very pigmented but can chap my lips heaps if i dont prep with a lipbalm.
  100. ruby woo - perfect red

    Mya

    Ruby woo is the most perfect blue toned red for every skin tone and makes me feel like a pop star! super long wearing but not drying and doesnt transfer or become patchy
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