Name: PREP + PRIME LIP
Brand: MAC
Rating: 4.52 (244 reviews)

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PREP + PRIME LIP

Contains Artificial Fragrance

Overpowering Smell

Soft

Sits on Skin

Separates

Smudges

Absorbs Well

Matte

Good Pigmentation

Lasts Long

Removes Wrinkles

Smooth

Easy to Apply

1. The price is relatively high.
2. Given the overall thin and elongated design, it is prone to breaking.
3. The fragrance may be divisive.

1. It creates a smooth surface on the lips with a soft and lightweight texture.
2. It does not affect the lip color.
3. It helps the lip product apply more evenly and distribute the color more uniformly.
4. It enhances the long-lasting wear of lipsticks or tints.

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There are no particularly disappointing aspects. The product quantity is a bit small.

This product has a mysterious texture that is not quite a lip balm but not quite something else. When I apply this and then put on a matte lipstick, it goes on smoothly without any clumping or emphasizing of flaky skin. I have a lot of wrinkles and dry skin on my lips, so I usually have trouble applying matte lipstick formulas (often called crayon-like textures). But when the store employee tested this product with the lipstick, it went on so well that I was captivated and had to buy it. I'm very satisfied with this purchase.

Make sure to properly moisturize your lips and gently exfoliate the dead skin the day before.
That way, when you apply the MAC Prep + Prime Lip, your matte lip color will last all day without emphasizing wrinkles or flaky skin, and your lips won't feel dry.

I actually preferred it being thin, as it was convenient to carry and I had no regrets about it.

It's a repurchase item for me.
There is definitely a noticeable difference in how it applies and wears.
I always use it when I apply matte lipstick.
It gives a silky smooth finish.
When I apply it on my lips, it has a velvety feel to it.
It definitely minimizes the appearance of flaky skin.
And with matte lipsticks, flaky skin is an issue, but I also dislike how they can emphasize fine lines.
I really don't like it when lipstick settles into the creases, it just looks so messy and unappealing.
But this product definitely helps minimize the emphasis on fine lines as well.

Mattrib and I are a perfect match.
I get along well with most lip products.

The amount is too little.. It runs out after a few uses
The price and amount are disappointing

The combination of matte lips and lip blurring is just so perfect!
It also seems to have a bit better longevity.
This is a repurchase item for me.
It doesn't have any shimmer and just glides on the lips smoothly.
There's no stickiness.

The fact that it's easily breakable and the lip product rubs off, making it dirty, is a downside.

It enhances the longevity and helps the lip product adhere well.
It's also great for applying and blending lip products.

Here's a chapped lip tip (though it may not work for everyone):
In the evenings before bed, I apply Atopicarm cream and then wear it overnight. Before applying my lip products, I always make sure to use the MAC Prep + Prime Lip first.
This keeps my lips moisturized and in good condition.

The volume is really! Too little, the price is really--
Using it up as we speak.

Even with chapped lips, you can still wear lipstick!
 
It's been a nightmare since the beginning of this year with my chapped lips - swelling, oozing, and peeling.
 
I've lost count of how many lip balms I've gone through because of my chapped lips. I can't not wear anything on my lips, but when I do, it just makes things worse - it's a vicious cycle.
 
I've taken the medication prescribed by the doctor and applied Vaseline as directed, but the condition didn't improve easily. The Vaseline worked well at first, but over time, it became ineffective.
 
Anyway, I ended up buying a MAC product, and when I use this along with my regular lip products, it's much better. 
 
Applying this product regularly and then putting on my lip products really helps reduce the irritation on my lips and keeps the moisture locked in for longer.
 
It works great with my matte lipsticks.
 
These days, those glossy 'jelly' lip products seem to be the worst for my chapped lips. They look nice only when first applied, but then my lips just get worse.
 
I can't live without this product now - it's a lifesaver for my chapped lips.

It's used up quickly, so the cost-effectiveness is very low.

When you apply this product, especially matte lipsticks, the adherence and color payoff are great, and there is less transfer to cups compared to when you don't wear it.

However, it doesn't seem to be responsible for making the longevity super long-lasting. (Even if I use this, it doesn't last that long and isn't like that)

Although I wanted to do my own makeup without envying the salon, I was hesitant to purchase MAC's lip products because their application wasn't that great.
Lipsticks should be easy to apply every day and glide on smoothly, but they were like crayons... Then I decided I had to try the Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask, so I also bought the Prep Prime, and I think I made a good choice and have been using them well...
I'm not sure if there's a dramatic change, but it seems to be doing a good job of filling in lip lines, enhancing the color payoff of MAC lipsticks, and improving their longevity. And if I continue using MAC lipsticks, I think I'll keep repurchasing this product as well.

The top swatch is from multiple applications, while the bottom one is a single, even application covering the same area.

The price-to-volume ratio is a bit steep. If you keep reaching for it every day, you might part with it quickly.

1. Assuming there is no excessive peeling, when applied after using a lip balm that fits well the night before and thoroughly removing all peeling the next day, it can create the optimal condition for applying lip color.

2. As a lip primer, it naturally makes the lips supple, but it doesn't go beyond that. It doesn't end up removing the remaining peeling, making the lips overly soft.

3. It has a Nivea lip balm-like texture, but it doesn't feel like something has been applied. It has a thin, matte-like finish.
This product, along with a base lip color or a lip gloss, doesn't budge.

4. It's a well-known fact that it makes even the brand's Retro Matte line lipsticks glide on smoothly. And I personally really like the Retro Matte lipstick formula.

5. It's a velvet tint that provides an even, vibrant color payoff with just one touch, without any patchiness or unevenness when rubbed.

6. It's the kind of product you didn't know you needed, but once you've tried it, you'll miss it when it's gone.

I like moisturized lips, but it's not very moisturizing.
It's a great product to use before applying a really matte lipstick.

Can be used as a lip balm substitute.
Can be used as a pre-treatment before applying matte lipstick.

The price is high compared to the size, and it has a light vanilla scent.
You need to apply it carefully as it can get crumbly.


The matte lipstick applies nicely, gliding on smoothly.
The lack of shine makes it look natural even when layered over.


The downside is that it's quite pricey, around the same cost as a full lipstick. I'm not sure if it's really worth investing that much in a base product, rather than an actual lipstick.
2. It's also a bit delicate, so I recommend taking small amounts at a time to avoid it breaking easily.

1. I purchased this product after hearing that it could help address the excessive emphasis on flakiness that can occur with matte lipsticks. In reality, it does a great job of minimizing flakiness and keeping my lips looking neat and tidy. I like to apply it before putting on my matte lipsticks as a base.
2. While it's not as intensely moisturizing as a traditional lip balm, it still provides a nice level of hydration.

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