MAC Glitter and Ice Discussion

[dancepig]

I received my order - yay! I got:
Make it Perfect Brush set
For Effect Paint Pot
Let's Skate Paint Pot
Shimmermint MES
Frozen Blue MES
Hold that Pose MES

I might return Frozen Blue because it's an easy to dupe silver (in my opinion) and Let's Skate is very sheer, but it might be a good way to have an easy day time sparkle. I'll know more after I play with them a bit. For Effect is a must have for me and Shimmermint is simply gorgeous. The brushes are beautiful and look to be the same quality as all of the other MAC brushes. I was able to look at every thing a second time while In Las Vegas before I placed my order (October 21), and decided the beauty powders were not something I needed. The Snowglobe is very similar to Lightscaped and the How Beautiful was too dark. I didn't get any of the eye liners because of the reviews, but I was tempted because they didn't appear to be as difficult to apply as the previous technokohls, but again, the colors were similar to other liners I already have and the reviews were not so good, so I held off on those.

FYI - I'm a NC25

 

[Richelle83]

Light Sunshine or Snowglobe?

Edit: Nevermind...SG wins.

 

[rockin]

I received my order - yay! I got:
Make it Perfect Brush set
For Effect Paint Pot
Let's Skate Paint Pot
Shimmermint MES
Frozen Blue MES
Hold that Pose MES

I might return Frozen Blue because it's an easy to dupe silver (in my opinion) and Let's Skate is very sheer, but it might be a good way to have an easy day time sparkle. I'll know more after I play with them a bit. For Effect is a must have for me and Shimmermint is simply gorgeous. The brushes are beautiful and look to be the same quality as all of the other MAC brushes. I was able to look at every thing a second time while In Las Vegas before I placed my order (October 21), and decided the beauty powders were not something I needed. The Snowglobe is very similar to Lightscaped and the How Beautiful was too dark. I didn't get any of the eye liners because of the reviews, but I was tempted because they didn't appear to be as difficult to apply as the previous technokohls, but again, the colors were similar to other liners I already have and the reviews were not so good, so I held off on those.

FYI - I'm a NC25

How Beautiful is too dark on NC25? Since I'm way lighter than that maybe I'd better give that one a miss.

 

[elegant-one]

Got my goodies

I LOVE both BPs!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Mac-Guy -

<----- blows you kisses

Double Spin - I didn't like it when I first applied it because it looked like I ate a powdered doughnut, then when it warmed up & blended into my lips I really liked it. You only need a sheer coat, don't cake it on. And, I think it will be wonderful topped with any gloss.

SG BP - its THE softest angelic glow ever.
HB BP - Lovely lovely natural glowy warmth. And, it is absolutely beautiful dusted over Snowglobe. Baby baby soft glowy very sheer Refined Golden kinda color. Its exactly what I thought it would be.

Snow Season is pretty on, nothing exceptional & not quite as peachy tinted as I thought, but still quite pretty on.








My lighting was dark & cloudy today so the swatches weren't so good.

 

[elegant-one]

How Beautiful is too dark on NC25? Since I'm way lighter than that maybe I'd better give that one a miss.

No way is it too dark...I am a light NW15 & its lovely glowy warmth & I don't do bronzers

 

[Edelmc]

I received my order - yay! I got:
Make it Perfect Brush set
For Effect Paint Pot
Let's Skate Paint Pot
Shimmermint MES
Frozen Blue MES
Hold that Pose MES

I might return Frozen Blue because it's an easy to dupe silver (in my opinion) and Let's Skate is very sheer, but it might be a good way to have an easy day time sparkle. I'll know more after I play with them a bit. For Effect is a must have for me and Shimmermint is simply gorgeous. The brushes are beautiful and look to be the same quality as all of the other MAC brushes. I was able to look at every thing a second time while In Las Vegas before I placed my order (October 21), and decided the beauty powders were not something I needed. The Snowglobe is very similar to Lightscaped and the How Beautiful was too dark. I didn't get any of the eye liners because of the reviews, but I was tempted because they didn't appear to be as difficult to apply as the previous technokohls, but again, the colors were similar to other liners I already have and the reviews were not so good, so I held off on those.

FYI - I'm a NC25

Woohoo a good review for the brushes! What do you think of the new eyeshadow brushes in the set?

 

[elegant-one]

Lightscapade is more glittery lighter whiter in color.
Snowglobe is softer milled, softer in color & more very subtle pinky beige colored.

 

[Naynadine]

LOL.

Lovely haul, now I think I really do need both BP

...and your Snow Season looks so pretty, I'm trying so hard to not let it hop on my list again, heehee.

Got my goodies

I LOVE both BPs!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Mac-Guy -

<----- blows you kisses

Double Spin - I didn't like it when I first applied it because it looked like I ate a powdered doughnut, then when it warmed up & blended into my lips I really liked it. You only need a sheer coat, don't cake it on. And, I think it will be wonderful topped with any gloss.

SG BP - its THE softest angelic glow ever.
HB BP - Lovely lovely natural glowy warmth. And, it is absolutely beautiful dusted over Snowglobe. Baby baby soft glowy very sheer Refined Golden kinda color. Its exactly what I thought it would be.

Snow Season is pretty on, nothing exceptional & not quite as peachy tinted as I thought, but still quite pretty on.








My lighting was dark & cloudy today so the swatches weren't so good.

 

[ElvenEyes]

Yay! My order has been shipped, but no update yet as to the delivery date so I am guessing either tomorrow or Friday. I can't wait!!

 

[RayannaBanana]

Just got my stuff! The weather is crap so hopefully my swatches will turn out.
I might have to get the black eyeliner later, I really regret not getting it now!

 

[LeeleeBell]

No way is it too dark...I am a light NW15 & its lovely glowy warmth & I don't do bronzers

I am NC20ish and I thought it would be nice as a bronzer, but I have enough bronzers and ...rarely use them.

 

[Mac-Guy]

The teddy bears are gorgeous

Do not link this picture to any other blog, forum or website w/o my explicit permission!

 

[Mac-Guy]

Buying both b/p was a no-brainer. If I love it, you would love it too.

Got my goodies

I LOVE both BPs!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Mac-Guy -

<----- blows you kisses

Double Spin - I didn't like it when I first applied it because it looked like I ate a powdered doughnut, then when it warmed up & blended into my lips I really liked it. You only need a sheer coat, don't cake it on. And, I think it will be wonderful topped with any gloss.

SG BP - its THE softest angelic glow ever.
HB BP - Lovely lovely natural glowy warmth. And, it is absolutely beautiful dusted over Snowglobe. Baby baby soft glowy very sheer Refined Golden kinda color. Its exactly what I thought it would be.

Snow Season is pretty on, nothing exceptional & not quite as peachy tinted as I thought, but still quite pretty on.








My lighting was dark & cloudy today so the swatches weren't so good.

 

[rockin]

Thanks, elegant-one. I don't do bronzers either. Looks like it's back on my list. Snowglobe is still very much there, too

 

[dancepig]

I'm a NC20 in the winter, NC25 in summer. It is winter in Vermont, but I had just spent 10 days in California/Nevada so I'm leaning towards my NC25 color. The "Beautiful" is too dark to use as a highlighter on my face at this time. I think it would make a beautiful bronzer in May, but I'm sure MAC will be coming out with something different by then.

Hope this helps clear up the confusion?

 

[pfeffer]

I don't know if this has been posted already but I found swatches of Shimmermint and an eye makeup with the MES on a german blog:
http://www.innenaussen.com/2011/10/mac-holiday-2011-mineralize-lidschatten.html

Thanks for sharing my eye makeup. I was wondering where all the hits were coming from. Shimmermint ist such a lovely color

 

[rockin]

Is Snow Season worth getting, or do you think I would be better off trying to get hold of Mineral Mode?

 

[lyseD]

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I had neither beauty powder on my list but now both are getting picked up tomorrow! Thank you Mac-Guy I'm so happy I didn't miss out.

 

[elegant-one]

Is Snow Season worth getting, or do you think I would be better off trying to get hold of Mineral Mode?

Well, its nothing wow, but there is something very soft & pretty about it. I'll have to see if I have Mineral Mode - I can't remember

to tell you the difference.

SS would be lovely even in the day with a simple upper thin black liner & some soft red lips - with the BPs. Thats how I just tried it all on & its very soft but chic looking.

 

[Piarpreet]

i think ss is more flattering and subtle

Is Snow Season worth getting, or do you think I would be better off trying to get hold of Mineral Mode?