I used various lip color before using this mac lip color .i read various articals regarding the composition of lipstick and lip colors most of lipsticks are made up of lead . due to this threat I stop using all indian local brands after dat I came to know about mac brand on someone’s recommendation I started using this brand lip color and I got marvlous results .i came in very easy compact packing and very easy to use .it gives awesome color on lip .i am in love with this product and I highly recommend to all but it is lil costly .