MAC Retro Matte collection (September 12, 2013)

Knope2012

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Does anyone have any tips for layering lipstick over Nightmoth? I tried completely filling in my lips and it was too much; the color of the lipstick wouldn't show up.
 

butterflyeyes

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Does anyone have any tips for layering lipstick over Nightmoth? I tried completely filling in my lips and it was too much; the color of the lipstick wouldn't show up.
What lipstick are you using with it? You could try filling lightly or only filling a portion of the way and then applying a little bit of balm to help disperse it. That will soften the color or Nightmoth a little. Or it might be the wrong choice of liner if it's completely masking the color of the lipstick you're pairing with it.
 

Ana A

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I tried Runway Hit today and I'm a little disappointed. It looked great in the morning when I applied it but by 11am it started to look flaky. I applied balm ahead of time like I do with all my other retro mattes that I love but this one looked pretty bad after a few hours. I'm going to do a deeper exfoliation tonight and try it again tomorrow.
I had the same issue when I wore FOD yesterday, but I thought that maybe it was because my lip liner hadn't mixed well with the lipstick formula. I too drink lots of water and dry lips aren't an issue for me (I moisturized b4 applying too), if you find something that works please post! :)
 

hoshiakari_

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I'm so excited about going to my counter tomorrow! -does a little dance-
Runway Hit looks good! But I want it to pull pink on me, rather than orange. I may have to test it out and then decide from there.
You ladies look so gorgeous rocking your retro mattes.
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bajandoc86

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I swatched Fashion Boost on my hand....It survived 8 hrs of frequent, thorough handwashing (I am a doc and work in ICU so I am CONSTANTLY washing my hands) before it showed any signs of wear and tear.

The colour is GORGEOUS and so vivid and pigmented
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I bought 2 with my mac order when the collection dropped online. I plan to go instore tomorrow and cop 2 more, along with Dynamo and Shock Value.
 

Knope2012

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What lipstick are you using with it? You could try filling lightly or only filling a portion of the way and then applying a little bit of balm to help disperse it. That will soften the color or Nightmoth a little. Or it might be the wrong choice of liner if it's completely masking the color of the lipstick you're pairing with it.
I was trying it with Heaux, which I think one or two here have had luck with. I think I'll try applying lightly, going in with balm, and then blending it a little with the lipstick to see if it works
 

liba

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Does anyone have any tips for layering lipstick over Nightmoth? I tried completely filling in my lips and it was too much; the color of the lipstick wouldn't show up.
Here's a trick my MA has done on me that works really well. Instead of using the lip pencil first, you apply the lipstick first and then go over just the edges with the pencil, right on top of the lipstick. Blend with a brush if necessary or even easier, just apply a light second layer of lipstick. It defines the lips and keeps the lipstick from bleeding and doesn't interfere with the color or texture of the lipstick as much.

I use Nightmoth almost exclusively with my deeper red lipsticks (it looks amazing with Runaway Red, Deeply Adored, Prince Noir, etc.) and am definitely going to bust it out for FOD. I really like these retro mattes without liner too, though.
 

butterflyeyes

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I was trying it with Heaux, which I think one or two here have had luck with. I think I'll try applying lightly, going in with balm, and then blending it a little with the lipstick to see if it works
Oh ok. If I'm not mistaken, most have used Nightmoth with Heaux to make a sultry ombré-ish lip more so than filling their lips completely. Might be wrong but it's the look I recall with Heaux and RRW (and virtually any other red or purple lipstick).
 

Knope2012

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I bet they're at CCOs or in someone's clearance bin. Frankly I could not EVEN understand why they didn't make those Pro Sculpting Cremes perm or at least perm at Pro stores. Contouring was a bit of a runway fad that season but plenty of people contour on a daily basis, totally unrelated to fashion.

Here's a trick my MA has done on me that works really well. Instead of using the lip pencil first, you apply the lipstick first and then go over just the edges with the pencil, right on top of the lipstick. Blend with a brush if necessary or even easier, just apply a light second layer of lipstick. It defines the lips and keeps the lipstick from bleeding and doesn't interfere with the color or texture of the lipstick as much.

I use Nightmoth almost exclusively with my deeper red lipsticks (it looks amazing with Runaway Red, Deeply Adored, Prince Noir, etc.) and am definitely going to bust it out for FOD. I really like these retro mattes without liner too, though.
Thank you, that's a great tip! I'll try that the next time I wear a deep red.

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Oh ok. If I'm not mistaken, most have used Nightmoth with Heaux to make a sultry ombré-ish lip more so than filling their lips completely. Might be wrong but it's the look I recall with Heaux and RRW (and virtually any other red or purple lipstick).
Thanks, I'll try that too. I haven't done an ombre lip before, but i'd love to try it. I'm really new to lip liners; this is only my 3rd.
 

Mac4Megan

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FOD with vino liner. Don't mind the rest if my face, just got off a long day at school and its hot as balls out today. I loove this color! Even contemplating a BU since it's LE. And vino (which I also got in my order today) is so beautiful, I will probably be wearing this on its own lots in the fall too.
 

MissBeautyBunni

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FOD with vino liner. Don't mind the rest if my face, just got off a long day at school and its hot as balls out today. I loove this color! Even contemplating a BU since it's LE. And vino (which I also got in my order today) is so beautiful, I will probably be wearing this on its own lots in the fall too.
 

Jennifae

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FOD with vino liner. Don't mind the rest if my face, just got off a long day at school and its hot as balls out today. I loove this color! Even contemplating a BU since it's LE. And vino (which I also got in my order today) is so beautiful, I will probably be wearing this on its own lots in the fall too.
 

miss0annette

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FOD with vino liner. Don't mind the rest if my face, just got off a long day at school and its hot as balls out today. I loove this color! Even contemplating a BU since it's LE. And vino (which I also got in my order today) is so beautiful, I will probably be wearing this on its own lots in the fall too.
Oooo I like it!

I need Vino and NIghtmoth in my life. So far I only have Currant.

Thank goodness most of these lippies are perm. Can't wait until pay day.
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elegant-one

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FOD with vino liner. Don't mind the rest if my face, just got off a long day at school and its hot as balls out today. I loove this color! Even contemplating a BU since it's LE. And vino (which I also got in my order today) is so beautiful, I will probably be wearing this on its own lots in the fall too.
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GORGEOUS!

You are SO beautiful! LOVE your eyes

You look like you should be a Prima Ballerina in this photo
 

KrystalAnne

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FOD with vino liner. Don't mind the rest if my face, just got off a long day at school and its hot as balls out today. I loove this color! Even contemplating a BU since it's LE. And vino (which I also got in my order today) is so beautiful, I will probably be wearing this on its own lots in the fall too.
I think I'm going to blame it on you when I get FOD.
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