AT THE STROKE OF MIDNIGHT

As much makeup that I own, can you believe I never purchased a makeup set from MAC?  Sure I purchased individual items, but never anything in a set.  Well, when I saw MAC's Stroke of Midnight lip set in violet I grabbed it.  The kit comes equipped with Amplified Creme in Dark Deed, Cremesheen Glass in Art of Seduction and a lip pencil in Vine.  All of the products come in a flat zip pouch.

MAC Stroke of Midnight Lip Set in Violet

From left to right: Vino lip liner; Dark Deed lipstick and Art of Seduction Cremesheen

The lipstick Dark Deed is described as a "darkened blood red".  It is red with berry tones.  I would consider it the red version of Rebel.  The amplified lipstick lasts as long as the rest of MAC's amplified lipsticks, about five hours.

Cremesheen Art of Seduction is described as a "cool nude with gold frost".  It is a beige-brown with light gold flecks.  It goes on great layered over any shade of lipstick and make my lips appear more plump.  The gloss stays on for about two to three hours. as long as you don't eat or dink.  The gloss is similar to the other MAC Cremesheen Glass collection.  It is a little tick in texture, but definitely not too sticky.

The lip pencil in Vino is described as an "intense violet purple".  It is slightly darker than the lipstick.  Personally, I thought the lip pencil was a little dry and wore for about eight to then hours.

I found the trio to be a great buy and good value.  The colors were beautiful and will be fantastic for the upcoming holidays.

The Stroke of Midnight lip bag in violet retails for $39.50.  It can be purchased at your local MAC store or www.maccosmetics.com.