mac face and body - Page 24

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Originally Posted by mousygiggles 

Mine had terrible fall out too no matter what I did. Finger placement, brush, TF Glitter glue, UDPP, Paint Pot, crushing, everything I tried would have fall out in 10-15 min alllllll over my face and chest. I even found some in my hair when I tried it again yesterday with the finger placement and only used a tiny bit of product. They are pretty and would be awesome for great editorial or fashion looks, but not for an everyday look.

When I tried these in the store I really liked the darkest one but noticest glitter everywhere too when I swatched it.  It reminded me of a Stila e/s I have that I always use wet but still glitter everywhere.  Yet I still kept thinking of getting one because I can imagine the effect.  Now that you posted this I think I am done wanting this.  It would be a disaster for my eyes.

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Originally Posted by liba 

They're so beautiful, but still my absolute #1 favorite this year is Early Morning!! 

 

I think my top 5 up till now have been: Early Morning > Modern Mandarin > Fresh Honey > Immortal Flower > Lovecloud, but I think for the rest of the year, it's going to be: Early Morning > Ring of Saturn > Fresh Honey > Hidden Treasure > Supernova 

 

Wow, it was just blush paradise this year!

Yes! This has been the Year of the Blush for Mac.  I can't begin to figure out which are my favorites this year.  Love so many.

As far as the 215, I haven't noticed any issue with mine.

Pressed Pigments.  I haven't noticed any fall out as of yet.  I used it over paint pot with a shadow on top.  Then I pressed a small amount on top of the shadow with my finger.

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Originally Posted by MACina 

Here is a review on beautezine.com:

 

http://www.beautezine.com/mac-face-body-collection-for-fall-2012-review-photos-swatches/

Ooh!  I love the before and after pic!  

I really don't think these pressed pigments are made for the eye area. I could be wrong though. I think it's for contouring the face and body hence a lot of things,

1) The name of this collection

2) The other products in this collection are made for sculpting and contouring

and lastly,

3) Notice how these pressed pigments are only a certain color range? Complexion color? Yeah, I think the idea is to HIGHLIGHT with these piggies for various skin tones.

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Originally Posted by GlamYOURUs 

I really don't think these pressed pigments are made for the eye area. I could be wrong though. I think it's for contouring the face and body hence a lot of things,

 

1) The name of this collection

2) The other products in this collection are made for sculpting and contouring

 

and lastly,

 

3) Notice how these pressed pigments are only a certain color range? Complexion color? Yeah, I think the idea is to HIGHLIGHT with these piggies for various skin tones.

As a highlighter, they are equally as impossible to use for daily use IMO. I got the matching part but they are just too glittery for wear as a highlighter anywhere on the body, face, eyes, etc. On the face for me there was not much difference between these and tossing glitter randomly on my face.

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Originally Posted by mousygiggles 

As a highlighter, they are equally as impossible to use for daily use IMO. I got the matching part but they are just too glittery for wear as a highlighter anywhere on the body, face, eyes, etc. On the face for me there was not much difference between these and tossing glitter randomly on my face.

I believe you are supposed to use a very light hand with these on the upper part of your cheekbone and with a smaller brush, like the 215 they included with this collex so that your whole face isn't a glitter bomb. That is my take on it. I tried it and it worked but I don't do a whole lot of highlighting as much as I like to sculpt and contour.

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Originally Posted by GlamYOURUs 

I believe you are supposed to use a very light hand with these on the upper part of your cheekbone and with a smaller brush, like the 215 they included with this collex so that your whole face isn't a glitter bomb. That is my take on it. I tried it and it worked but I don't do a whole lot of highlighting as much as I like to sculpt and contour.

I tried that too. It is awesome that it worked for you but it was still a glitter bomb x1000. The glitter just migrated everywhere.

That's a shame. Maybe try a base underneath like a MAC CCB or blush cream and then apply?

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Originally Posted by GlamYOURUs 

That's a shame. Maybe try a base underneath like a MAC CCB or blush cream and then apply?

I tried it with the Accentuate Sculpting Cream and Luna CCB. The glitter abounds.

From what I was told at my MAC Pro store, they are for the eyes.  I only got Deeply Dashing and have used it two times as just a single all over eye color and I have not had any problems.  I know Temptalia gave them an F, but the one I have has worked great on me.  I did use Painterly as my base, then used Deeply Dashing all over the lid.  I also plan on using it as a contour shade for one of my client's performances in early October.  She's into dramatic over the top makeup looks, so I know I can make it work.  I definitely wouldn't use the pressed pigments as highlighters for every day use, though, or even outside of a shoot or performance, for that matter.  I could get one of the lighter shades and try it out, but I feel like, if used as highlighter, you'll end up looking like you just came out of Studio 54.

Weird. I mean I can totally see these being used in the eye area. I haven't done so. But I did have a chat with someone in the MAC Live Chat and they told me they are specifically used for highlighting but can be used on the eyes or anywhere you want. But it isn't quite working out for everyone no matter where they apply it. Bummer.

Glitter usually draws my attention, but I passed on these Pressed Pigments. I have other products in my arsenal already where I can manipulate the same purpose of these Pressed Pigments. I have Bobby Dazzle by Urban Decay for example and it leaves the same if not similar effect. Do not get me wrong, the Pressed Pigments are beautiful, but I feel these highlighters are a miss since the glitter/shimmer are chunky. If they were more smaller or more of a sheen, more people (including myself) would be more inclined to use it as a highlighter.

I neeeeed the F&B white!!!

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Originally Posted by RayannaBanana 

I neeeeed the F&B white!!!

Why don't you place a phone order?

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Originally Posted by quiteviolet 

From what I was told at my MAC Pro store, they are for the eyes.  I only got Deeply Dashing and have used it two times as just a single all over eye color and I have not had any problems.  I know Temptalia gave them an F, but the one I have has worked great on me.  I did use Painterly as my base, then used Deeply Dashing all over the lid.  I also plan on using it as a contour shade for one of my client's performances in early October.  She's into dramatic over the top makeup looks, so I know I can make it work.  I definitely wouldn't use the pressed pigments as highlighters for every day use, though, or even outside of a shoot or performance, for that matter.  I could get one of the lighter shades and try it out, but I feel like, if used as highlighter, you'll end up looking like you just came out of Studio 54.

Same here.. I used them on my lid with painterly and I had no fall out. I also have sensitive eyes and they didn't irritate them at all. I doubt I'll use them on my cheecks but I love them on my lid.

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Originally Posted by Mac-Guy 

 

Why don't you place a phone order?

Oh,  you can do that? Just the regular toll free MAC number? And they let you order PRO items?

I use the Mixing Medium in Matte as a Base. I also don't have any fall-out issues. It depends how much you apply. If you over-apply, you will certainly experience fall-out with any product, not just the pressed piggies. I've got super sensitive eyes, so using a good base is imperative for me. My favorite combo is still Museum Bronze piggie as a base (over the MM in Matte) followed by a pressed piggie on top. It adds a lot of dimension and depth to Museum Bronze!

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Originally Posted by RayannaBanana 

Oh,  you can do that? Just the regular toll free MAC number? And they let you order PRO items?

This should be the #: Canadian orders, call 1-800-387-6707 ext 8555. (or just place a phone order with your nearest Pro store. Shipping in the US is $7 - not sure about Canadian prices).

pressed pigments are amazing try using them wet!!! use them with a stiff brush and really keep buffing them into the skin and you will see a huge huge i mean huge difference!!! i really love them with the new eye applicators! <3 and old friend ;)

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Originally Posted by tattletale 

pressed pigments are amazing try using them wet!!! use them with a stiff brush and really keep buffing them into the skin and you will see a huge huge i mean huge difference!!! i really love them with the new eye applicators! <3 and old friend ;)

Do you like them on the face as well? I was thinking maybe with a lot of buffing form a kabuki it would work as a highlight on the cheekbones. And nice to see you;)

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Originally Posted by Pinkdollface 

Do you like them on the face as well? I was thinking maybe with a lot of buffing form a kabuki it would work as a highlight on the cheekbones. And nice to see you;)

yes i do love them on the face trust me when you buff wet its life changing!! i love how intense the glitter becomes!! 

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Originally Posted by tattletale 

yes i do love them on the face trust me when you buff wet its life changing!! i love how intense the glitter becomes!! 

I guess I need to take my kabuki with me when I go to check them out next week! I love glitter as long as the fall out isn't too bad. It sounds like some people really love these and others hate them.

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Originally Posted by tattletale 

pressed pigments are amazing try using them wet!!! use them with a stiff brush and really keep buffing them into the skin and you will see a huge huge i mean huge difference!!! i really love them with the new eye applicators! <3 and old friend ;)

I think some colors might be more glittery than others - especially the lightest one. Or maybe the glitter is more on the top layer? I had my makeup done over the weekend and the MA used the second lightest as a face highlight on the outer C of the cheekbone and I couldn't detect even one tiny sparkle when she was done - I'm honestly not sure what magic she used, but her contour/highlight technique was truly flawless.

Nice seeing you back! Hope you're doing great!

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Originally Posted by liba 

I think some colors might be more glittery than others - especially the lightest one. Or maybe the glitter is more on the top layer? I had my makeup done over the weekend and the MA used the second lightest as a face highlight on the outer C of the cheekbone and I couldn't detect even one tiny sparkle when she was done - I'm honestly not sure what magic she used, but her contour/highlight technique was truly flawless.

 

Nice seeing you back! Hope you're doing great!

I'm not sure, but this might have to do with the light reflection.

Did she crush them? That's what I'm doing. It works like a charm.

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Originally Posted by tattletale 

yes i do love them on the face trust me when you buff wet its life changing!! i love how intense the glitter becomes!! 

I need to try that! It sounds divine!

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Originally Posted by Mac-Guy 

 

I'm not sure, but this might have to do with the light reflection.

 

 

 

Did she crush them? That's what I'm doing. It works like a charm.

yes - pretty sure she used a spatula to get the product out. Also pretty sure she then used a barely damp brush to apply (spritz of Fix+ then wiped off with a tissue). When I get my makeup done, usually near the end I'm sort of zoned out like a snake charmer's python and stop keeping close watch. :)

I know that's what I do at home, if I'm not just using a finger, but I've just been wearing them on my eyes with my own application so far. Team Warming Heart!

A spatula is a good idea to get the right amount of product. You really need just a tiny bit as a little goes a long way.

Is WH the only one you got?

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Originally Posted by Mac-Guy 

A spatula is a good idea to get the right amount of product. You really need just a tiny bit as a little goes a long way.

 

Is WH the only one you got?

Also got Deeply Dashing. Was considering Day Gleem as well, for a warm golden one......

So true about only needing a minute amount! If you put on too thick a layer, that's when the trouble starts!

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Originally Posted by mousygiggles 

Mine had terrible fall out too no matter what I did. Finger placement, brush, TF Glitter glue, UDPP, Paint Pot, crushing, everything I tried would have fall out in 10-15 min alllllll over my face and chest. I even found some in my hair when I tried it again yesterday with the finger placement and only used a tiny bit of product. They are pretty and would be awesome for great editorial or fashion looks, but not for an everyday look.

Uuggg, I don't think I could deal with that.

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Originally Posted by Dreaming Dancer 

mine had horrible fall out. it was just as T described for me. I had glitter all over my face and IN my eyes... i have really sensitive eyes anyway so i had to send mine back. My eyes got really red and puffy from it.

Oh no, that would be a total deal breaker for me.  I will stick to my regular piggies thank you.

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Originally Posted by Mac-Guy 

I use the Mixing Medium in Matte as a Base. I also don't have any fall-out issues. It depends how much you apply. If you over-apply, you will certainly experience fall-out with any product, not just the pressed piggies. I've got super sensitive eyes, so using a good base is imperative for me. My favorite combo is still Museum Bronze piggie as a base (over the MM in Matte) followed by a pressed piggie on top. It adds a lot of dimension and depth to Museum Bronze!

I love Museum Bronze, it is one of my favorites.  I love it by itself, must use that soon and fall in love again!  I would consider the mixing medium, is that a Pro item?  I thought you could just use glycerin and it will do the same thing, no?

i got the brush today...the contour one. at first i thought it was sold out, but then they told me someone had stolen their 'tester'!

anyway, i can't wait to try it out tomorrow morning!  though application with fingers was also working fine for me with the sculpting creams.  

regarding the pressed pigments, what do you guys mean by 'crushing'? mine don't seem to have chunks...or maybe they do and i just can't tell....