Shoppers Say This $5 Lipstick That ‘Compares to Crème Da Nude by Mac’ Is the ‘Perfect Nude Color'

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Finding the perfect neutral lipstick is no easy feat. Once you discover a shade that flatters your skin tone, it’s hard to imagine swapping it out — unless, of course, you find an almost-exact color match for less than a quarter of the price. That’s exactly what beauty shoppers are quickly becoming obsessed with Maybelline’s Color Sensational Lipstick in Nude Lust, saying the creamy lip color is the “perfect nude color.”

If you’ve been side-eyeing luxury lipsticks like MAC’s Crème Da Nude or Urban Decay’s Oatmilk but can’t justify the splurge, here’s some good news for your makeup bag (and your wallet). Fans of Nude Lust say it’s a lot like these high-end brands, with one reviewer calling it a “beautiful nude color” that “compares to Crème Da Nude by MAC.”

Another shopper added, “Great color [and alternative] for Urban Decay Oatmilk.” And at just $5 a tube, there’s plenty of reason to get excited.

Thanks to hydrating shea butter, it’s not just the dreamy color that is winning over beauty shoppers on the hunt for the perfect nude lip. One happy user raved about how moisturizing it is, saying, “It’s very moisturizing but not glossy. The price is excellent for the quality — I believe I found my everyday lipstick.”

And for anyone who’s worried about staying power, don’t worry. Multiple shoppers said that the nude lip color is long-lasting without drying out your lips. One fan described it as “one of my favorite nudes” they’ve paired with a lip liner for extra longevity, but noted they had “no complaints” about its performance on its own either.

So, if you’re still on the hunt for your perfect neutral, consider taking a chance on Maybelline Color Sensational Lipstick in Nude Lust. Beauty lovers are already adding it to their must-have lists, and with its creamy, hydrating, long-lasting formula — and affordable $5 price tag — it just might become your new go-to lipstick.

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