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MAC Matte Lipstick in Chili.

About this product

A matte lipstick from MAC's retro matte range, in the shade Chili, made to give lips a flat, full-colour finish.

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Guru Score

80%

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Early verdict · Few reviews so far

What the gurus are saying

Chili is a fall shade, and the gurus who tried it call it a good Thanksgiving color from MAC's retro matte line. The catch is how tenacious it is: it grips so well that a print left on a glass needs Dawn power wash spray to come off. If you want a matte that stays put, that's the appeal. If you like easy removal, mind the glassware.
Synthesized from 2 expert reviews · most recent take November 2025

What they liked

  • Retro matte finish
  • Fall shade for Thanksgiving
  • Long-wearing and adherent

What they flagged

  • Transfers and sticks to glass

Best for

Normal skin

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What the gurus are saying.

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"So, we're going to take Carnivorous, which is a retro matte lipstick from MAC. And by the way, I just want to say I think I'm the first to have ever done this lip. This is my signature red lip, so please remember who did it first. Give me my credit. Take your time, don't rush yourself, and let it dry down."
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"I'm going to come in with that lipstick I got from MAC in the shade Chili. I've been experimenting with it, and it's good for fall. It's a good Thanksgiving color."
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"I'm going to come in with that lipstick I got from MAC in the shade Chili. I've been experimenting with it, and it's good for fall. It's a good Thanksgiving color."
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"It's adherent, and [...] if it gets on a glass you better come in there with the Dawn power wash spray to get it off. I wanted to use it with eyeliner, which I don't regularly wear, [...] to test it with a really tenacious lipstick. [...] Smearing this on a dry face as you would with an oil cleanser, it doesn't glide over the skin as efficiently, so you need to use a bit more product to get good coverage, and it's not as pleasurable an experience, but it can be done."

Frequently asked.

What is MAC Matte Lipstick in Chili?

A matte lipstick from MAC's retro matte range, in the shade Chili, made to give lips a flat, full-colour finish.

Is MAC Matte Lipstick in Chili worth it?

Yes. All 2 gurus who reviewed it give it their stamp of approval, for a Guru Score of 80%.

What is MAC Matte Lipstick in Chili's Guru Score?

MAC Matte Lipstick in Chili holds a Guru Score of 80%. That is our read on how warmly the experts talk about it, based on the verdicts of 2 expert reviewers we have collected.

Who is MAC Matte Lipstick in Chili best for?

MAC Matte Lipstick in Chili is generally suited to normal skin.

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