Shoppers Say This $2 Lip Liner Is ‘Reminiscent of Mac Cosmetics 90’s Version of Spice'
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For anyone who has ever considered themselves a bit of a lipstick addict, MAC’s lip color has absolutely made a rotation in the makeup bag at some point. Fans of the sultry, copper tones of the ‘90s — like MAC’s Spice lip liner, which some swear has shifted in hue since it first debuted during the era of dial-up — often find themselves on the hunt for a color match replacement. Case in point? E.l.f.’s Glide Lip Liner in Truth or Bare, which shoppers say is giving major nostalgia for “MAC Cosmetics’ ‘90s version of Spice.”
At just $2, it almost feels rude not to toss this spicy neutral lip liner into your cart. But don’t let the low price fool you — fans swear it’s packing serious performance. One shopper gushed, “Amazing formula! Super smooth, creamy and comfortable with excellent color payoff. As good or better than MAC and Charlotte Tilbury lip liners. Such a steal!”
And it’s not just the creamy texture that’s winning people over. The rich, highly pigmented color of the creamy lip liner has that just-right hint of neutral, making it a chameleon shade that flatters a wide range of skin tones. As one reviewer put it, “I was worried at first with the color but it has a hint of neutral in it so it didn’t look crazy when it started to wear down. I actually love it.”
Part of the secret sauce? E.l.f.’s formula is designed to glide on like a dream (no dragging or skipping here) and leave a smooth semi-matte finish that feels comfortable whether you wear it solo or layered under your favorite gloss. One aesthetician and former MAC makeup artist even declared, “This is the best lip liner I’ve ever had especially for $2. It’s creamy so it doesn’t tug at your lips, it goes on so smooth & stays & blends so easy!”
And while the nods to ‘90s nostalgia are strong, shoppers are quick to point out that this affordable lip liner holds its own in today’s beauty standards, too. One reviewer summed it up best: “This is great lip liner, not too soft or too hard, glides on and stays put. Great product for the price, would buy more in lots of colors.”
So if you’ve been searching for that perfect throwback shade without the throwback price tag, consider this your sign. After all, e.l.f.’s Glide Lip Liner in Truth or Bare just might be your new everyday essential — no dial-up connection required.
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