What to expect from a MAC makeover?

[erine1881]

[quote=Babylard;1062514]It would be even better to just bring a fresh, CLEAN pair of false lashes. I wish someone told me that.. >_>[quote]

you need to check with your location about this. there is no way to tell if the lashes have been opened or touched, so we only apply then when you buy them, and we tell the customer that. its not sanitary or safe to apply lashes that have previously been opened, so this way we know they haven't been messed with. if you bought em yesterday, we won't apply them. if you bought em 5 hours ago, we won't apply them. you have to buy them the same time we are applying them. we actually have people bring in their old lashes, with mascara on them and the old glue, and ask us if we can apply them. ewww!!! hell no!!!

[Babylard]

[quote=erine1881;1062591][quote=Babylard;1062514]It would be even better to just bring a fresh, CLEAN pair of false lashes. I wish someone told me that.. >_>

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you need to check with your location about this. there is no way to tell if the lashes have been opened or touched, so we only apply then when you buy them, and we tell the customer that. its not sanitary or safe to apply lashes that have previously been opened, so this way we know they haven't been messed with. if you bought em yesterday, we won't apply them. if you bought em 5 hours ago, we won't apply them. you have to buy them the same time we are applying them. we actually have people bring in their old lashes, with mascara on them and the old glue, and ask us if we can apply them. ewww!!! hell no!!!

eww old lashes with major gunk.... Thanks, I didn't think bringing fresh lashes from home would be a problem. Wouldn't you be able to tell that they are unused since if you take the tweezers and peel them out of the casing, you would have to separate the packaging glue and feel the resistance? I have these cheapie asian brand lashes that my mom buys from supply stores or something. I don't feel too bad about throwing them out after they go to hell because she bought them for so cheap. MAC lashes are not very economical at $13 a pair =/

Hey erine,

I was just wondering about MAs in general. I felt my MA was a little lacking, because she didn't use any eyeshadow base on me, no paintpot, no paint, no shadestick... so my eyeshadow was kinda blowing off and the color faded REALLLY fast. I was a little disapointed when I saw in the mirrors in the change rooms. Casette was intense, but V.I.P. was just barely there. These things don't really occur to me, because I was very comfortable with my MA and I have this "As you please" sort of atitude. Part of applications is to promote products so I was expecting a more complex look.

Is it okay to do applications frequently? I can easily spend $45 per visit, so getting a makeover with every purchase would be really neat. I'm wondering if there is such a thing as over-doing it and asking for too many applications? I would love to go again in a few weeks when I'm ready to drop more money.

I wasn't given a facechart that you mentioned I am just reflecting on my visit lol

thanks!

[erine1881]

[quote=Babylard;1062605][quote=erine1881;1062591]

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Originally Posted by Babylard

It would be even better to just bring a fresh, CLEAN pair of false lashes. I wish someone told me that.. >_>

eww old lashes with major gunk.... Thanks, I didn't think bringing fresh lashes from home would be a problem. Wouldn't you be able to tell that they are unused since if you take the tweezers and peel them out of the casing, you would have to separate the packaging glue and feel the resistance? I have these cheapie asian brand lashes that my mom buys from supply stores or something. I don't feel too bad about throwing them out after they go to hell because she bought them for so cheap. MAC lashes are not very economical at $13 a pair =/

Hey erine,

I was just wondering about MAs in general. I felt my MA was a little lacking, because she didn't use any eyeshadow base on me, no paintpot, no paint, no shadestick... so my eyeshadow was kinda blowing off and the color faded REALLLY fast. I was a little disapointed when I saw in the mirrors in the change rooms. Casette was intense, but V.I.P. was just barely there. These things don't really occur to me, because I was very comfortable with my MA and I have this "As you please" sort of atitude. Part of applications is to promote products so I was expecting a more complex look.

Is it okay to do applications frequently? I can easily spend $45 per visit, so getting a makeover with every purchase would be really neat. I'm wondering if there is such a thing as over-doing it and asking for too many applications? I would love to go again in a few weeks when I'm ready to drop more money.

I wasn't given a facechart that you mentioned I am just reflecting on my visit lol

thanks!

you're right, you would be able to tell if someone removed the lashes by the lack of resistance. but, you wouldn't be able to tell if dust got on them, or if something was dropped on them, or if they were just touched with dirty fingers. that's cause for an infection! the old lash cases were taped closed, (if the tape was lifted or removed we wouldn't apply them) ensuring that nothing could get in, but these aren't (and because of that we have no way of knowing what they were exposed to). when they are shipped to us, they are individually wrapped in plastic. that way nothing gets in, but when we sell them, they don't have the plastic. at my counter we take the plastic off when we stock them, making them easier to store in the drawers.

did your artist use tweezers to take the lashes outta the case? if so, they shouldn't have. they should remove them by placing their thumb on the lashes, pushing down and pulling towards them at the same time. grabbing the corner of the lashes and pulling, with tweezers or their fingers, distorts the band, making it loose its shape and look funny after its applied. hopefully yours turned out ok.

unless your artist was going for a softer look with the pink, she shoulda used a base. i always use a base, unless its an annoying girl on a weekday (no charge) thats just wasting my time.

as far as face charts go, it's mac standard to do a face/eye chart with each appt. realistically, you can't in an hour with every appt. you get to talking, explaining, having fun, etc. we (at my counter) really only do it if they ask or if its a bride/prom girl who is in a practice appt and is planning on doing it themselves the day of the event. so, if i were you i'd ask her before she starts if she would make one for you at the end.

if you are serious about learning makeup and buy products when its required, book as many appts as you want. as long as you aren't doing it just to get your makeup done, then you aren't wasting our time, and we have no problems with it.

[ms.marymac]

[quote=erine1881;1062690][quote=Babylard;1062605]

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Originally Posted by erine1881

you're right, you would be able to tell if someone removed the lashes by the lack of resistance. but, you wouldn't be able to tell if dust got on them, or if something was dropped on them, or if they were just touched with dirty fingers. that's cause for an infection! the old lash cases were taped closed, (if the tape was lifted or removed we wouldn't apply them) ensuring that nothing could get in, but these aren't (and because of that we have no way of knowing what they were exposed to). when they are shipped to us, they are individually wrapped in plastic. that way nothing gets in, but when we sell them, they don't have the plastic. at my counter we take the plastic off when we stock them, making them easier to store in the drawers.

did your artist use tweezers to take the lashes outta the case? if so, they shouldn't have. they should remove them by placing their thumb on the lashes, pushing down and pulling towards them at the same time. grabbing the corner of the lashes and pulling, with tweezers or their fingers, distorts the band, making it loose its shape and look funny after its applied. hopefully yours turned out ok.

unless your artist was going for a softer look with the pink, she shoulda used a base. i always use a base, unless its an annoying girl on a weekday (no charge) thats just wasting my time.

as far as face charts go, it's mac standard to do a face/eye chart with each appt. realistically, you can't in an hour with every appt. you get to talking, explaining, having fun, etc. we (at my counter) really only do it if they ask or if its a bride/prom girl who is in a practice appt and is planning on doing it themselves the day of the event. so, if i were you i'd ask her before she starts if she would make one for you at the end.

if you are serious about learning makeup and buy products when its required, book as many appts as you want. as long as you aren't doing it just to get your makeup done, then you aren't wasting our time, and we have no problems with it.

The only thing I can think is maybe if she had another appointment after, or if they were booked out that day, she may have cut a few corners to save time.

[juliankrby]

with my store you don't have to make an apt. You can just come in and they will tell you what time they have avail for that day then you can either hang out until that time or leave and come back when its time.

[christineeee_]

i had my makeover yesterday

[Babylard]

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Originally Posted by christineeee_

i had my makeover yesterday

how did it go?

[christineeee_]

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Originally Posted by Babylard

how did it go?

it was alright, she went a little crazy using heatherette trio 2, and the two glitters. this other MA came over and kept staring at my MA's work cuz she was so amazed at how good it looked. lol. i liked what she did, but i'm not used to seeing myself with such a dramatic look because i usually wear neutrals. i have pictures that i will post up maybe later today. i g2g study for an exam now

[Stephie Baby]

I am going to get my make up done for my birthday and I was wondering if I have to purchase the $50 minimum before I get my make up done? I'm going to try to to think of some eyeshadow ideas before hand. I'll probably purchase the colors the MA uses. I just want to know what they look like on me first. I pretty much know what type of look I want, but I'm having trouble with the blush. Will the MA help recommend a blush that will go with my look?

As far as eyelashes go, can they trim them down a little bit? I already have really long lashes and I just want some volume. TIA!!!

[erine1881]

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Originally Posted by Stephie Baby

I am going to get my make up done for my birthday and I was wondering if I have to purchase the $50 minimum before I get my make up done? I'm going to try to to think of some eyeshadow ideas before hand. I'll probably purchase the colors the MA uses. I just want to know what they look like on me first. I pretty much know what type of look I want, but I'm having trouble with the blush. Will the MA help recommend a blush that will go with my look?

As far as eyelashes go, can they trim them down a little bit? I already have really long lashes and I just want some volume. TIA!!!

you purchase your makeup at the end of your appt. the artist will recommend a blush that goes with your look. you can buy what the artist uses on you that day, or anything else that you want.

as for the lashes, we don't trim the length of the hairs, just the length of the band. but there are many different styles that you can choose from, so you can find the right lashes for the look that you want.

[Jools]

Hey there!
I'll be having a makeover in two weeks and I'm already pretty excited. My boyfriend called the counter yesterday and made the appointment (this is my christmas present ). They asked whether it shall be a daytime or evening look and he arranged the evening look.
Now I don't know what to expect from this kind of look and I'm a bit sceptic too cause I mostly wear neutral colours. On the one hand I think it's great because I will get a new look that I'd probably never tried on my own but on the other hand I'm afraid that the look will turn out to be 'too much' for me.

Could someone please tell me the differences between daytime- and evening makeup?? I'm a bit alienated by the fact that the MA asked this before arranging the appoiintment

[Babylard]

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Originally Posted by Jools

Hey there!
I'll be having a makeover in two weeks and I'm already pretty excited. My boyfriend called the counter yesterday and made the appointment (this is my christmas present ). They asked whether it shall be a daytime or evening look and he arranged the evening look.
Now I don't know what to expect from this kind of look and I'm a bit sceptic too cause I mostly wear neutral colours. On the one hand I think it's great because I will get a new look that I'd probably never tried on my own but on the other hand I'm afraid that the look will turn out to be 'too much' for me.

Could someone please tell me the differences between daytime- and evening makeup?? I'm a bit alienated by the fact that the MA asked this before arranging the appoiintment

i would interpret it this way:

generally, daytime looks are more toned down and softer. like a neutral look with soft shimmery colors and a little definition in the crease and outer-V would fall under daytime. daytime lips would also be shades of pinks, nudes, neutral mauve, plums. they are all easy everyday wearable looks. brown liners, just softer and pretty.

evenning makeup would include looks like the timeless smokey eyes. think glam, sexy, bolder looks. brighter colors, extra shimmer, extra shine, extra glitter, va va voom.

you could also do a bolder daytime, a toned down evenning. just be sure to communicate what you like. look at magazines and photos of potential looks you would like to try. if you dont; like soemthing, speak up and your MA can take it off and try something else?

good luck! im sure u will look great. welcome change and try something new. go for a bolder look

[Jools]

Thanks, Babylard! You're probably right, I should go for something new

[girloflowers]

ooh just the kind of thread i was looking for!
I have my year 12 formal coming up (OK ok its in like 6 or 7 months... whatever im excited)
I already have my dress (floor length halter neck with a sash around the waist that ties at the back, in 1cm alternating red and black stripes)

Annd I want to get my makeup done at MAC, becaue i never have before!

The closest mac counter to me is about 45 mins away so I'm going to get some of my friends to come at the same time so we can all have our hair and makeup done together (andnails etc)

But i was wondering what kind of look you'd suggest to go with such a dramatic dress? I'm a fan of dramatic eye looks, but do you think a neutral eye with a dark lip would look better?
I already have pretty long eyelashes- would falsies be too over the top?

sorry I have so many questions, I'm just curious!
I was going to do my makeup myself,... because i can and its cheaper but i though hell, my dress was cheap as, why not get it done professionally, right?

[Babylard]

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Originally Posted by girloflowers

ooh just the kind of thread i was looking for!
I have my year 12 formal coming up (OK ok its in like 6 or 7 months... whatever im excited)
I already have my dress (floor length halter neck with a sash around the waist that ties at the back, in 1cm alternating red and black stripes)

Annd I want to get my makeup done at MAC, becaue i never have before!

The closest mac counter to me is about 45 mins away so I'm going to get some of my friends to come at the same time so we can all have our hair and makeup done together (andnails etc)

But i was wondering what kind of look you'd suggest to go with such a dramatic dress? I'm a fan of dramatic eye looks, but do you think a neutral eye with a dark lip would look better?
I already have pretty long eyelashes- would falsies be too over the top?

sorry I have so many questions, I'm just curious!
I was going to do my makeup myself,... because i can and its cheaper but i though hell, my dress was cheap as, why not get it done professionally, right?

hi, first, i would like to say that you might get better replies under the reccomendations category if you post there. but i will try to answer you

would you please describe your dress and accessories? im not sure how to answer this because i dont know what the dress looks like, but for example, there was a girl who was also having prom. her dress was purple with silver shoes and accessories. several girls and i suggested that she could do a silvery purple smokey eye with neutral lips.

you could complement your dress colors into your makeup. if your prom involves a lot of eating that would rub off your lipstick, i would go for a dramatic eye and a simple lip color as opposed to neutral eyes and bold lips.. unless you insist on reapplying. at prom, you tend to foget those things and have fun so i would go bold on the eyes.

what color is your dress? it helps if you have a picture and can describe it for us. i think a smokey eye using the colors from your dress is always a winner.

you should at least make sure you describe/show your MA your dress so she knows what colour palettes to match your makeup with. go in knowing what kind of look you want. you could bring in magazine clippings of celebrities too.

if you want to wear false lashes, go ahead! i don't think it would be over the top at all as long as you dont choose super crazy drag queen lashes or something lol. the MA can help you choose a pair that suits you, regardless of what your natural lashes look like. MAC has a nice selection of false lashes like their popular #7.

hope that helps a bit

[girloflowers]

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Originally Posted by Babylard

hi, first, i would like to say that you might get better replies under the reccomendations category if you post there. but i will try to answer you

would you please describe your dress and accessories? im not sure how to answer this because i dont know what the dress looks like, but for example, there was a girl who was also having prom. her dress was purple with silver shoes and accessories. several girls and i suggested that she could do a silvery purple smokey eye with neutral lips.

you could complement your dress colors into your makeup. if your prom involves a lot of eating that would rub off your lipstick, i would go for a dramatic eye and a simple lip color as opposed to neutral eyes and bold lips.. unless you insist on reapplying. at prom, you tend to foget those things and have fun so i would go bold on the eyes.

what color is your dress? it helps if you have a picture and can describe it for us. i think a smokey eye using the colors from your dress is always a winner.

you should at least make sure you describe/show your MA your dress so she knows what colour palettes to match your makeup with. go in knowing what kind of look you want. you could bring in magazine clippings of celebrities too.

if you want to wear false lashes, go ahead! i don't think it would be over the top at all as long as you dont choose super crazy drag queen lashes or something lol. the MA can help you choose a pair that suits you, regardless of what your natural lashes look like. MAC has a nice selection of false lashes like their popular #7.

hope that helps a bit

hey! thanks for the tips! I actually did describe the dress in the first part of my post, but I might go post in reccomendations like you said

[Babylard]

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Originally Posted by girloflowers

hey! thanks for the tips! I actually did describe the dress in the first part of my post, but I might go post in reccomendations like you said

my bad, i was very tired when i read that lol. good luck with that!

[missgiggly]

Haha, the currency conversion, oh man, its great in the US but baaad in Australia... to have a makeover here, it costs $95..! Obviously that would buy HEAPS of product, but I think I'm actually just going to do a $120 make up course, end of this month there is a "basic makeup' class, which covers foundation, blush, and a bit of eyes, or I'll wait for smoky eyes. In this class, at least they make you practice on yourself! I can't wait, but NERVOUS cos its only within the last 2 months that I've really only figured out how to use more than 2 colours on my eyes!

[Jools]

Just wanted to tell you: my makeover was great! The MA was so nice and told me what she did and how, so I'm able to recreate the look at home. I decided to go for purple Eyes with neutral blush and glossy lips. Even my boyfriend was thrilled. It took about 1h and, even though I forgot to ask, she made me a facechart . I'm sooo happy that I did this!

[babiid0llox]

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Originally Posted by missgiggly

Haha, the currency conversion, oh man, its great in the US but baaad in Australia... to have a makeover here, it costs $95..! Obviously that would buy HEAPS of product, but I think I'm actually just going to do a $120 make up course, end of this month there is a "basic makeup' class, which covers foundation, blush, and a bit of eyes, or I'll wait for smoky eyes. In this class, at least they make you practice on yourself! I can't wait, but NERVOUS cos its only within the last 2 months that I've really only figured out how to use more than 2 colours on my eyes!

Does the $120 makeup course include product???

Haha thank goodness for your post, I was gonna book a makeover for next week. I think I'm going to wait a bit until Dress Camp comes out over here.

[carrieann07]

I reccommend the whole "makeover" experience to anyone!

I go to my MAC counter at least once a month or so(depending on if new collections have been launched yet).

It's one of the best rewards I can give myself

[SkylarV217]

let me ask you guys this, if you wanted them to do your make up for a wedding , and you wanted to test the look first would you have to make 2 purchases

[erine1881]

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Originally Posted by SkylarV217

let me ask you guys this, if you wanted them to do your make up for a wedding , and you wanted to test the look first would you have to make 2 purchases

it depends on the policy. at my counter, a $50 purchase is required for a makeover fri, sat, and sun (this is suppose to be a company-wide policy, but apparently some places don't follow it). so on the wedding day, you must purchase $50 worth of product. if your trial appt. is on one of those three days, then you have to purchase then as well, which would total 2 purchases.

[Triskele]

I've read somewhere (probably here someplace >_>) that we can request that the MA does half a face and then we do the other half - is that the lesson appointment? And does anyone know if -all- freestanding stores do this, or does it vary by location?

I love getting makeovers, but I can never recreate the results at home even if I've got the face chart for some reason...so I think it might be good to do a half/half thing.

TIA~

[da_hood_model]

i just want to be clear, because i keep hearing different things when you go to the counter and get a amke over you have to buy fifty dollars worth of stuff right??????