MAC - Electroflash Discussion

Susanne

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Originally Posted by AudreyNicole
Nope, it's a service I provide free of charge from one MAC addict to another!
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Sea and Sky and Fresh Green are the standouts of this collection IMO. You will love them!
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Thanks
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I WILL love these two, and Odd Couple!! These three for me. Thinking about my money
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mamadelovesmac

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Originally Posted by iheartangE
What do you all (those of you who previewed the collection...or anyone, really!) think of the l/g and l/s? As much as I'm trying to avoid getting anything from this collection (SO broke!) I did wanna be sure there weren't any standout lippies I'd be missing out on!

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I really wanted to see them too when I was looking at the MES, but the hissy MA actually put them away before I could swatch a one. The other MA had put them out for me to see, but then the hissy one, after telling me I only had 1 minute to look at them, started putting them away when I was still swatching the MES. I don't think I'll be getting any of the l/s or l/g, but still would have liked to get swatches done for everyone. Sigh...

I really was in a bad mood until I got my California Dreamin'! That turned my day around!
 

thelove4tequila

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I'm pretty sure I'm getting Hot Contrast and maaaybe Polar Opp.

My question, how is the mono sliver color in Polar Opposite? Is it just the run of the mill sliver??? Unique enough to have it????

Thanks.
 

AudreyNicole

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Originally Posted by thelove4tequila
I'm pretty sure I'm getting Hot Contrast and maaaybe Polar Opp.

My question, how is the mono sliver color in Polar Opposite? Is it just the run of the mill sliver??? Unique enough to have it????

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Polar Opposites is very nice. Pretty unique IMO. The silver is a bright, light, frosty silver. It is brighter and more opaque than Electra. Rondelle may be close, but I have a feeling that PO is still more opaque and metallic-y. I am going to see if I can come close to a dupe by using Silver Fog pigment wet. If I can't come close, I will buy it.
 

Susanne

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I bought a lovely green-white summer dress today. It will look perfect with a look with MES Fresh Green!
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mamadelovesmac

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Originally Posted by AudreyNicole
Polar Opposites is very nice. Pretty unique IMO. The silver is a bright, light, frosty silver. It is brighter and more opaque than Electra. Rondelle may be close, but I have a feeling that PO is still more opaque and metallic-y. I am going to see if I can come close to a dupe by using Silver Fog pigment wet. If I can't come close, I will buy it.

I think it's got to be close to Silver Fog when applied wet. It really is a gorgeous silver. Very smooth and metallic.
 

Winthrop44

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Originally Posted by AudreyNicole
Odd Couple was pretty, but not too unique IMO. The purple side reminded me so much of Violet pigment

Audrey, what do you think about this one for someone who doesn't have violet pigment? How did you like the other side?
 

AudreyNicole

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Originally Posted by mamadelovesmac
I think it's got to be close to Silver Fog when applied wet. It really is a gorgeous silver. Very smooth and metallic.

I am wearing Silver Fog today, applied wet, with mixing medium, and for *me* it is VERY close to Polar Opposites silver side. Since I have a fullsize jar of Silver Fog, I will definately pass on PO now, but for those who don't, it is a gorgeous silver
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Originally Posted by Winthrop44
Audrey, what do you think about this one for someone who doesn't have violet pigment? How did you like the other side?

If you don't have Violet pigment, I think it will be a good investment. It is a beautiful rich midtone purple. I don't use violet all that much, so that's why I am passing. The other side is pretty, almost a peachy gold color when you swirl all of the veining together. If I didn't have anything close, it would definately be on my shopping list
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Winthrop44

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Thanks alot Audrey. I think I'm gonna get Odd Couple and the green one, which I was not considering before your enabling review.
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damsel

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from what i've seen so far i want:
fresh green mix
mellow mood l/s
culture clash l/g

not too bad since i'll prob be getting about 5 blushes from sonic chic.
 

CantAffordMAC

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Originally Posted by AudreyNicole
She will camoflague herself wearing your Fresh Green Mix e/s and hide in your front bushes.
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Originally Posted by rbella
That is why I am here. To crush your dreams and ruin your goals. But, you will come out of it with some fantastic makeup!!!

Seriously, I think you might be able to do it. Once you get in the store to swatch everything and see how it works on your skin, I really believe you'll be surprised by how many of the colors are "close" to something you probably already have. That is the mindset I am sticking with. Unless it is so unique, like nothing I have ever seen, I am not getting it. A simple "touch of gold", "hint of pink", "bit of shimmer" won't be enough. It will have to be a major difference in formulation, or a major difference in color payoff from products I already own. I am standing strong on this, I swear!!


YOU GO GIRL!
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Originally Posted by mamadelovesmac
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I really wanted to see them too when I was looking at the MES, but the hissy MA actually put them away before I could swatch a one. The other MA had put them out for me to see, but then the hissy one, after telling me I only had 1 minute to look at them, started putting them away when I was still swatching the MES. I don't think I'll be getting any of the l/s or l/g, but still would have liked to get swatches done for everyone. Sigh...

I really was in a bad mood until I got my California Dreamin'! That turned my day around!


What a BITCH. geez
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ewlialovesme

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Gasp - I love you Audrey, thanks for the review!

I think I might just want Love Connection (for cheeks; reminds me of Bloomsberry/Tigerlily) and Lil' Hot Pepper lipglass.
 

thelove4tequila

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Okay I can def cross Polar Opposite off my list! Sliver doesn't look that great on me anyways. Too cool for me I guess. Soooo that means I'm only getting one!!!! Weeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!
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That means more $$$$ for Sonic Chic which is going to be my downfall.
 

Susanne

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Originally Posted by ewlialovesme
I think I might just want Love Connection (for cheeks; reminds me of Bloomsberry/Tigerlily) and Lil' Hot Pepper lipglass.

Love Connection for cheeks??
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tztztz... Don't let me think about it!
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AudreyNicole

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Originally Posted by imperfectbeauty
Im not sure if this has been asked but how similar is Sea & Sky to Silversmith...

It's not similar IMO. Silversmith is a medium grey and dark navy whereas Sea and Sky is a bright royal blue on one side and pale shimmery baby blue on the other. I have Silversmith and am getting Sea and Sky. In fact, I think they will pair nicely together
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Originally Posted by ewlialovesme
Gasp - I love you Audrey, thanks for the review!

I think I might just want Love Connection (for cheeks; reminds me of Bloomsberry/Tigerlily) and Lil' Hot Pepper lipglass.


Now that you mention it, it does remind me a bit of that duo.

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Originally Posted by Susanne
Love Connection for cheeks??
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At first sight, I thought it would be great for a brow or cheek highlight, but IMO there is not enough color and too much frost to be a blush alone. It will definately work as a highlighter, but not as a blush.
 

imperfectbeauty

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Originally Posted by AudreyNicole
It's not similar IMO. Silversmith is a medium grey and dark navy whereas Sea and Sky is a bright royal blue on one side and pale shimmery baby blue on the other. I have Silversmith and am getting Sea and Sky. In fact, I think they will pair nicely together
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Thank you!! Very good to know. i will be getting Sea & Sky for sure now as well as Polar Opposites and that peachy bronze and purpley one.
 
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