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post #301 of 1135

I just wanted to add that I like the mattene formula more than the prolongwears. Mattene is slightly thicker, less creamy and less slippery, so they apply nicer. Prolongwears are thinner and creamier so it has more slip on the lips. It is harder to apply evenly. I also hate the packaging on the prolongwears >_< Now if they did it in a slimmer tip, I would be buying more. Mine would scroll up but wont come back down, so you have to be careful. If you scroll up too far, it's over. lol
 

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Originally Posted by katred View Post



Not a stupid question at all. They are a long-lasting formula, but they're more of a satin than a matte finish. They're not drying- in fact they're fairly comfortable, assuming your lips are in reasonably good shape. The colour tends to be very pigmented. The colours tend to be creams- a little bit flat but nicely pigmented. They remind me a little of the satin-finish MUFE lipsticks.



 

post #302 of 1135
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Originally Posted by Babylard View Post

I just wanted to add that I like the mattene formula more than the prolongwears. Mattene is slightly thicker, less creamy and less slippery, so they apply nicer. Prolongwears are thinner and creamier so it has more slip on the lips. It is harder to apply evenly. I also hate the packaging on the prolongwears >_< Now if they did it in a slimmer tip, I would be buying more. Mine would scroll up but wont come back down, so you have to be careful. If you scroll up too far, it's over. lol
 



 



Eeeek. Did the mechanism break? This sounds really annoying. I hope you could return it.

post #303 of 1135

Thank you katred!

 

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Originally Posted by katred View Post



Not a stupid question at all. They are a long-lasting formula, but they're more of a satin than a matte finish. They're not drying- in fact they're fairly comfortable, assuming your lips are in reasonably good shape. The colour tends to be very pigmented. The colours tend to be creams- a little bit flat but nicely pigmented. They remind me a little of the satin-finish MUFE lipsticks.



 

post #304 of 1135

I'll probably get Heart Hangover since I'm a sucker for purples, but if this is like smoked purple or prince noir, i'll pass. i bought those with really no place to wear them.

post #305 of 1135

I wish this would be released earlier. It's such a long time with no collections in April/May, and then suddenly too many at once.

post #306 of 1135


mine too lol

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Originally Posted by Babylard View Post

I just wanted to add that I like the mattene formula more than the prolongwears. Mattene is slightly thicker, less creamy and less slippery, so they apply nicer. Prolongwears are thinner and creamier so it has more slip on the lips. It is harder to apply evenly. I also hate the packaging on the prolongwears >_< Now if they did it in a slimmer tip, I would be buying more. Mine would scroll up but wont come back down, so you have to be careful. If you scroll up too far, it's over. lol
 



 



 

post #307 of 1135
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Originally Posted by Mac-Guy View Post

I wish this would be released earlier. It's such a long time with no collections in April/May, and then suddenly too many at once.



I know it feels like either mac has no collections coming out, or a million at once.

post #308 of 1135
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Originally Posted by Ashleybubbles83 View Post

I'll probably get Heart Hangover since I'm a sucker for purples, but if this is like smoked purple or prince noir, i'll pass. i bought those with really no place to wear them.


Really? I get so much use out of my beloved Prince Noir, I've worn it everywhere from going out to lunch/errands to funerals lol:D
post #309 of 1135

I bought it a long time ago, so I doubt it. D; I haven't used it much either, so I don't think it was my fault lol. I do remember reading about how it has happened to lots of people though. Hopefully the new ones are "fixed" lol
 

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Originally Posted by Mac-Guy View Post



Eeeek. Did the mechanism break? This sounds really annoying. I hope you could return it.



 

post #310 of 1135
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Originally Posted by Mac-Guy View Post

I wish this would be released earlier. It's such a long time with no collections in April/May, and then suddenly too many at once.



I agree. It seems to be feast or famine.

post #311 of 1135

YAH!!!! FINALLY A COLOUR STORY! The collection came out alot larger than I thought it would and soooo stoked that Embrace Me will be repromoted!! Backup time! I love mine and use it to death with a few of my lippys!

 

Shade and smoke pencils could be interesting if the liners are decent quality, but I have to admit that I am not a fan of double ended pencils

 

My list of definates so far - 

 

Lipstick
Dear Diary - Bright neon pink
 
Liner
Embrace Me - Vivid pinkish fuchsia 
post #312 of 1135

just on the pro long wears,

Im not a big fan the colour range (I believe) leaves a lot to be desired.....

I dont like the tip makes it impossible to apply out of the tube with the rounded edge and Im not a big fan of applying l/s with a brush!!

I also dont like the way they sit on my lips or feel... just my opinion.

 

I really wish mac standard l/s were square It is an absoloute nightmare trying to find a way to store them!

I want to keep them in a drawer that all my makeup is in but there is not enough height for a l/s holder and they dont stand up due to the bulled tip otherwise!

post #313 of 1135

Maybe you can invest in a new storage system for your lipsticks. I save the cardboard boxes of my MAC items and I cut the box in half to make 2 holders and tape them together to make rows. I do this with my blush compacts too. I don't have a picture of my lipsticks, but you get the idea. With the lipsticks done this way, you can put the bottom stickers facing up so you can see the labels ;D I have a multi-tiered plastic drawer trolley I got from canadian tire and I store my lippies on the bottom ones that have the most height. Saves lots of space like this.

 

291827_10150298840078020_512663019_8048597_585009058_n.jpg
 

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Originally Posted by pemily View Post

just on the pro long wears,

Im not a big fan the colour range (I believe) leaves a lot to be desired.....

I dont like the tip makes it impossible to apply out of the tube with the rounded edge and Im not a big fan of applying l/s with a brush!!

I also dont like the way they sit on my lips or feel... just my opinion.

 

I really wish mac standard l/s were square It is an absoloute nightmare trying to find a way to store them!

I want to keep them in a drawer that all my makeup is in but there is not enough height for a l/s holder and they dont stand up due to the bulled tip otherwise!



 

post #314 of 1135


 

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Originally Posted by Babylard View Post

Maybe you can invest in a new storage system for your lipsticks. I save the cardboard boxes of my MAC items and I cut the box in half to make 2 holders and tape them together to make rows. I do this with my blush compacts too. I don't have a picture of my lipsticks, but you get the idea. With the lipsticks done this way, you can put the bottom stickers facing up so you can see the labels ;D I have a multi-tiered plastic drawer trolley I got from canadian tire and I store my lippies on the bottom ones that have the most height. Saves lots of space like this.

 

291827_10150298840078020_512663019_8048597_585009058_n.jpg
 



 



What a great idea!!

post #315 of 1135
Quote:
Originally Posted by Babylard View Post

Maybe you can invest in a new storage system for your lipsticks. I save the cardboard boxes of my MAC items and I cut the box in half to make 2 holders and tape them together to make rows. I do this with my blush compacts too. I don't have a picture of my lipsticks, but you get the idea. With the lipsticks done this way, you can put the bottom stickers facing up so you can see the labels ;D I have a multi-tiered plastic drawer trolley I got from canadian tire and I store my lippies on the bottom ones that have the most height. Saves lots of space like this.

 

291827_10150298840078020_512663019_8048597_585009058_n.jpg
 



 


 

This is so smart! I currently keep all my lipsticks standing in a small tupperware but I am running out of space so I am looking for storage ideas. Thanks!

post #316 of 1135

I use ice cube trays for my MAC lipsticks, like this: 

LL

 

They're the "dot" ice cube trays, I got them at my local grocery store last summer for 99 cents each! Since Summer in the US is quickly approaching, keep an eye out for them in your area! I cut the ends off so that it was more square and would fit in my desk drawer, but fortunately it doesn't add much height since the drawer I keep my lipsticks is rather shallow. The container itself doesn't like being moved around - I always lose a couple lipsticks when I have to move it, but if it's on a surface or in a drawer it keeps the lipsticks contained and the labels facing up. 

 

post #317 of 1135


OMG THIS IS BRILLIANT!!

 

thanks for the ideas everyone :)

but I probably havent kept all my mac lipstick boxes, alot im sure but not all :( then I will freak if I dont have them all the same LOL

I have never seen an ice tray that is brown but I need to look for it now!

 

thankyou soo so so so much!
 

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Originally Posted by duckrodeo View Post

I use ice cube trays for my MAC lipsticks, like this: 

LL

 

They're the "dot" ice cube trays, I got them at my local grocery store last summer for 99 cents each! Since Summer in the US is quickly approaching, keep an eye out for them in your area! I cut the ends off so that it was more square and would fit in my desk drawer, but fortunately it doesn't add much height since the drawer I keep my lipsticks is rather shallow. The container itself doesn't like being moved around - I always lose a couple lipsticks when I have to move it, but if it's on a surface or in a drawer it keeps the lipsticks contained and the labels facing up. 

 



 

post #318 of 1135

I love that idea, I have never seen anything like that in Australia! 

 

I have been using Lipstick display stands to hold mine and put them in a particular order so I know what one is what, but I hate that I cant see the label! grrrr
 

Quote:
Originally Posted by duckrodeo View Post

I use ice cube trays for my MAC lipsticks, like this: 

LL

 

They're the "dot" ice cube trays, I got them at my local grocery store last summer for 99 cents each! Since Summer in the US is quickly approaching, keep an eye out for them in your area! I cut the ends off so that it was more square and would fit in my desk drawer, but fortunately it doesn't add much height since the drawer I keep my lipsticks is rather shallow. The container itself doesn't like being moved around - I always lose a couple lipsticks when I have to move it, but if it's on a surface or in a drawer it keeps the lipsticks contained and the labels facing up. 

 



 

post #319 of 1135



hey hun,

 

I found this on ebay do you think it will work?

 

http://www.ebay.com/itm/4-ICE-CUBE-TRAYS-COLOR-VARIES-60-Round-spherical-FANCY-shape-molds-SHIPS-NY-/120847129119?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item1c230cda1f

 

Quote:
Originally Posted by duckrodeo View Post

I use ice cube trays for my MAC lipsticks, like this: 

LL

 

They're the "dot" ice cube trays, I got them at my local grocery store last summer for 99 cents each! Since Summer in the US is quickly approaching, keep an eye out for them in your area! I cut the ends off so that it was more square and would fit in my desk drawer, but fortunately it doesn't add much height since the drawer I keep my lipsticks is rather shallow. The container itself doesn't like being moved around - I always lose a couple lipsticks when I have to move it, but if it's on a surface or in a drawer it keeps the lipsticks contained and the labels facing up. 

 



 

post #320 of 1135
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Originally Posted by pemily View Post



hey hun,

 

I found this on ebay do you think it will work?

 

http://www.ebay.com/itm/4-ICE-CUBE-TRAYS-COLOR-VARIES-60-Round-spherical-FANCY-shape-molds-SHIPS-NY-/120847129119?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item1c230cda1f

 

Quote:
Originally Posted by duckrodeo View Post

I use ice cube trays for my MAC lipsticks, like this: 

LL

 

They're the "dot" ice cube trays, I got them at my local grocery store last summer for 99 cents each! Since Summer in the US is quickly approaching, keep an eye out for them in your area! I cut the ends off so that it was more square and would fit in my desk drawer, but fortunately it doesn't add much height since the drawer I keep my lipsticks is rather shallow. The container itself doesn't like being moved around - I always lose a couple lipsticks when I have to move it, but if it's on a surface or in a drawer it keeps the lipsticks contained and the labels facing up. 

 



 



Yup! Those are the same as what I have, just in a different color smiles.gif I cut the triangles ends off with scissors lol. But that's them! Each one fits 60 MAC lippies!
post #321 of 1135

ooooooooooooooo nice find pemily!

 

I might have to grab me some of those!
 

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Originally Posted by duckrodeo View Post


Yup! Those are the same as what I have, just in a different color smiles.gif I cut the triangles ends off with scissors lol. But that's them! Each one fits 60 MAC lippies!


 

post #322 of 1135
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Originally Posted by princess sarah View Post

ooooooooooooooo nice find pemily!

 

I might have to grab me some of those!
 

Quote:
Originally Posted by duckrodeo View Post


Yup! Those are the same as what I have, just in a different color smiles.gif I cut the triangles ends off with scissors lol. But that's them! Each one fits 60 MAC lippies!


 


I want them in white tho....
post #323 of 1135

no other ones? its weird it says "color varies" and they dont give you a choice.
 

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Originally Posted by pemily View Post


I want them in white tho....


 

post #324 of 1135
Quote:
Originally Posted by Piarpreet View Post

no other ones? its weird it says "color varies" and they dont give you a choice.
 

Quote:
Originally Posted by pemily View Post


I want them in white tho....


 


I'm going to ask....
Princess Sarah is there a colour your after and I'll ask at the same time?
post #325 of 1135

Great idea!

I had to get a giggle out of the picture though. I see you like the Revlon Lip Butters as much as I do. We have the exact same shades.
 

Quote:
Originally Posted by duckrodeo View Post

I use ice cube trays for my MAC lipsticks, like this: 

LL

 

They're the "dot" ice cube trays, I got them at my local grocery store last summer for 99 cents each! Since Summer in the US is quickly approaching, keep an eye out for them in your area! I cut the ends off so that it was more square and would fit in my desk drawer, but fortunately it doesn't add much height since the drawer I keep my lipsticks is rather shallow. The container itself doesn't like being moved around - I always lose a couple lipsticks when I have to move it, but if it's on a surface or in a drawer it keeps the lipsticks contained and the labels facing up. 

 



 

post #326 of 1135
Quote:
Originally Posted by mac_aiken View Post

Great idea!

I had to get a giggle out of the picture though. I see you like the Revlon Lip Butters as much as I do. We have the exact same shades.
 

Quote:
Originally Posted by duckrodeo View Post

I use ice cube trays for my MAC lipsticks, like this: 

LL

 

They're the "dot" ice cube trays, I got them at my local grocery store last summer for 99 cents each! Since Summer in the US is quickly approaching, keep an eye out for them in your area! I cut the ends off so that it was more square and would fit in my desk drawer, but fortunately it doesn't add much height since the drawer I keep my lipsticks is rather shallow. The container itself doesn't like being moved around - I always lose a couple lipsticks when I have to move it, but if it's on a surface or in a drawer it keeps the lipsticks contained and the labels facing up. 

 



 



Haha I love 'em for work! They're quick to grab and apply on the go for those rushed mornings smiles.gif I bought one just to try and loved it. Then soon after, they started popping up everywhere. Walgreens had a bogo 50% off so I went overboard and bought a ton of 'em!
post #327 of 1135

I love the ice cube tray idea! Very clever, and awesome that you can read the labels. Now that I have finally seen the Beth product listing, I think I can skip this

collection, nothing looks up my alley at all.

post #328 of 1135
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Originally Posted by Babylard View Post

I just wanted to add that I like the mattene formula more than the prolongwears. Mattene is slightly thicker, less creamy and less slippery, so they apply nicer. Prolongwears are thinner and creamier so it has more slip on the lips. It is harder to apply evenly. I also hate the packaging on the prolongwears >_< Now if they did it in a slimmer tip, I would be buying more. Mine would scroll up but wont come back down, so you have to be careful. If you scroll up too far, it's over. lol
 



 


I love the mattenes because they feel so light on the lips. Really dark colors can be a bit of a pain to apply evenly and keep looking even, though - Potent Fig & Midnight Media, I'm lookin' at you. Dark colors in prolongwear are easier to deal with by far.

 

One thing about that wide shape of the prolongwears and the sheen supremes - when you use it a few times, it starts to conform to the shape of your lips and then application straight from the tube is as easy as from a standard lipstick. Takes about 5 applications or so for them to get just the right shape on me.

 

post #329 of 1135

This is my lipstick holder:

 

kuva.JPG

 

It is a regular test tube rack. I think it is just perfect for Mac l/s. I ordered mine from eBay, but medical supply companies sell them too. The rack hole size is 20mm. They come also in white which I ordered too, but was delevered blue ones (Argh! The seller's English was so poor, I did not even think to complain). I have 3 of these now. The one pictured holds my 40 lustres.

post #330 of 1135
I emailed the seller on eBay with the ice cube trays and asked if I could request white, I was told that it is random and i can't choose! Think I will look elsewhere as I only want white,
OCD lol
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