Mac lipsticks are one of those things everyone loves to have but some people just can’t justify the crazy price tag. Today I’m sharing with you a fantastic budget option for the ever-so popular Ruby Woo.
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Ruby Woo from MAC is undoubtably an iconic shade. The bright matte red has won the hearts of many, mine included, for good reason too. It offers a blue toned red that makes your teeth look whiter and complexion look brighter whilst still being a sophisticated shade. Want to feel sassy? Pop on Ruby Woo. It’s appropriate for day or night and has such an incredible lasting power thanks to the super matte finish.
So you get it right? Ruby Woo is an incredible shade and it’s pretty hard to find a lipstick too beat it in my books BUT Rimmel’s 22 from their ‘Kate Moss’ line has come pretty close. It’s super pigmented, slightly less bright then Ruby Woo but the difference is virtually undetectable on the lips. The obvious difference is the formulation. While I can rave about the longevity of Ruby Woo I just can’t about the more affordable option from Rimmel. It needs reapplying after about four hours and it’s one of those shades you worry about when eating and drinking.
Although the colour is very similar I do think that Ruby Woo triumphs the budget option. Of course, as usual, if you’re just getting into reds then this is a good one to buy and try before investing but if your after longevity and that security that your lipstick just won’t budge then Ruby Woo is incredible.
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About Sarah
I'm a retail manager by day and a blogger by night aiming to bring you the newest beauty, fashion and lifestyle news. More Than Adored was created to help beauty lovers, like myself, make informed decisions when it comes to buying new goodies.
These are SO similar! I do love MAC lipsticks though as they’re so durable! xx
Jessie | allthingsbeautiful-x
Same! They just last like no other lipstick x
I really need a new red, so this post came about at the perfect time! I hear about MAC Ruby Woo a lot so I’m excited to buy the Rimmel one.
Malinda | The Crystal Tiara
Yay! I hope you love it :) definitely tag me on Insta if you wear it one day! xx
Rimmel’s lipsticks seem to be full of MAC dupes!
Annabel ♥
Mascara & Maltesers
They do! I always wonder how companies create their colours… Like I wonder if they look at best sellers from brands like MAC and just copy..
The Rimmel formula will undoubtedly beat Ruby Woo for me, as their mattes are incredible and not drying at all!
nueyork.blogspot.com
Oh there you go! I prefer the Ruby Woo in this case but I agree that the matte formulations from Rimmel really are good. x
Loving the dupes Sarah, keep them coming :-) I had to go and compare my ruby woo after reading this, and i thought i had Rimel 22, but i have Rimmel 111 instead, and i honestly can’t tell a difference between it and my ruby woo, except the texture.
Carmen | Paint Powder and Polish
Thanks Carmen! I’m glad you’re enjoying them :)
The texture and longevity are the main things I notice a difference in but the Rimmel lipsticks are fab x
Thank you! Another fan of your dupe posts, Sarah.
I’m going to hunt this one down at priceline and hopefully get two - one for work and one for home.
SSG xx
So glad you’re enjoying them as well :D I’m really enjoying writing them so it’s a win win! x
Great dupe! Both are stunning reds, although I do prefer a longer lasting one like the MAC :)
Sheri | Behind The Frames
That’s the biggest difference… Call me lazy but once it’s on I don’t want to worry about it lol x
I’m off today to get it! Thanks for the dure alert!
Maria // Fox and Arrow
Yay! I hope you love it Maria x
Perfect dupe and MAC lipsticks are super expensive but not so bad compared to the NARS ones which I also love <3 I think the price is worth it if you don't buy much but if your wanting a collection it can add up pretty quickly x
http://www.krystelcouture.com ♥
Definitely agree. I only have a very select amount and I wear almost all of them very regularly. I have a few regret purchases but that’s my own fault :P x
This looks like a great dupe, shade wise! Shame about the formula, but this could be great for someone who wants to try out a matte red :)
http://www.heavenlyclutter.blogspot.com
xo
Exactly :) I always buy an affordable colour before I look to higher end products to make sure it suits me x
Colour looks like a really good dupe! I think one of the Wet N Wild Lipsticks is super close to Ruby Woo.
Cass | CassandraMyee
I wanted to grab Ruby Woo whilst I was in Hong Kong, but the whole line was completely out of stock!! Now I can grab the Rimmel one until I cave and get some MAC
Mel // izzipenelope
This looks like the perfect red! Really looking forward to try it!
-Maria
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