MAC Pret a Papier Discussion

[Miss QQ]

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Originally Posted by dreamer246 Awww you're always so lovely and sweet. Yes, I hope I can pursue my dreams too, and not succumb to "tradition", although the pressure never ceases... Yup, I saw in the newspaper that Robinsons had a launch event. Did you manage to go? I sure wished I was able to get out of the house to see the collection for myself though. Sigh.

You should rest and soon you will feel good as new! Maybe you can go for a short walk outside and catch some fresh air, depending on what your doctor advises. I know it is stifling to be cooped up in the house.

I didn't go and I haven't seen the collection yet. It is also available at Tangs now. Work is really busy and tiring me out.

Hope I can visit the beauty counters this weekend. Isetan is having a promotion, where 10% voucher is given for every $50 spent for members and I plan on buying makeup and skincare.

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Originally Posted by Shadowy Lady no, def not alone . I got Nars Gilda blush a week before this collex came out and I find the blushes in Pret-a-papier pale in comparison. Besides Gilda, I also already have Deep Throat and BB nectar shimmer brick. Don't even get me started on my pinky coral lipsticks, got a zillion of those too . I might even skip the Beach or only get 1-2 items.

Are Nars blushes the best blushes around? I'm going to get some Nars this September, when my fellow makeup addict friend is going overseas where there is Nars. I plan on getting Torrid, Orgasm, Angelika or Desire already, and the list is growing. Now I am tempted with Gilda.

Thanks for your thoughts, maybe I will skip IC and Hipness too. I have BB nectar shimmerbrick too!

 

[sss215]

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Originally Posted by charlieee i'm not sure if this has been asked before. but has anyone tried coral crepe paint pot as blush? how is the staying power, esp on oily skin?

It stays fine on me. I have oily lids, so i prime them with MUFE Full coverage concealer and MAC matte. Then I use the paint pot. This is my summer/warm weather formula. In the winter, just the paint pot is fine.

I have not tried it as a blush.

 

[shontay07108]

So, I guess out of lack of anything better to do, I bought Cut to Fit. Seems like it'll suit me better than antiqued and coppering. Still not down with gazette grey. No sir. So I have 3 of the 4 shadows from this collection.

 

[sss215]

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Originally Posted by shontay07108 So, I guess out of lack of anything better to do, I bought Cut to Fit. Seems like it'll suit me better than antiqued and coppering. Still not down with gazette grey. No sir. So I have 3 of the 4 shadows from this collection.

Cut to Fit is pretty. I like it better than Antiqued.

 

[elegant-one]

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Originally Posted by sss215 Cut to Fit is pretty. I like it better than Antiqued.

I so agree!

 

[elegant-one]

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Originally Posted by dreamer246 She also disproves of my decision to undertake the PhD degree, because she thinks it is a waste of time (and money) that will hamper my chances of starting a family.

Well, I am your adopted mother & I say go for the PhD!

Seriously - not everybody can do that - go for YOUR dreams dear. And, I was going to say what Hypathya said - go for what you want & you'll prolly meet the right guy along the way.

Coral crepe looks lovely on the cheeks in that pic.

 

[Momolovesmac]

what are the chromatic pencils for?

 

[dreamer246]

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Originally Posted by elegant-one Well, I am your adopted mother & I say go for the PhD! Seriously - not everybody can do that - go for YOUR dreams dear. And, I was going to say what Hypathya said - go for what you want & you'll prolly meet the right guy along the way. Coral crepe looks lovely on the cheeks in that pic.

Aww, I will be pretty darn pleased if I have the honor of being adopted by YOU!

We can probably play with makeup all day long too, as mother-daughter bonding sessions.

Sigh, if only my mother were like you, I might be a happier and more carefree soul...

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Originally Posted by Momolovesmac what are the chromatic pencils for?

I was wondering the same thing too.

 

[Camnagem]

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Originally Posted by Momolovesmac what are the chromatic pencils for?

Here's what I've tried so far:

Waterline - Looked ok, but had zero staying power for me. Disappointing.

Lower lash line (with something else on the waterline) - Hmm, I'm 50/50 on this. I lined my waterline with Feline and used the CP under it and it seemed to add a pop of light/awakeness to my eyes without being obvious. That part was nice, but I have no idea how long it held on. Will have to try this again and pay more attention.

Inner eye corner/outer eye corner - Here's where this product shines for me. Some days I have some redness on the inner and outer eye corners, and using this pencil was a simple fix. It's not shimmery, so it doesn't really "highlight" in that way, but for me it's a very nice awake/alert/not hungover effect...tones down the redness without leaving a frosty mess around my eyes (which on me can look tragic really quickly).

I think you can also use it to spot conceal and around (not on) your lips. I haven't tried either of those options yet. Overall, I think I like it...but I won't be purchasing another pencil in the future, if that says anything.

 

[missboss82]

Today I used cheeky bronze over coral crepe on my lids with UD Twice Baked in the crease and I love it.

 

[Lisianthus]

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Originally Posted by missboss82 Today I used cheeky bronze over coral crepe on my lids with UD Twice Baked in the crease and I love it.

I have Cheeky Bronze and I don't like it much as a blush/highlighter but I never thought to use it as an eyeshadow. I'm going to try this out for sure.

 

[elegant-one]

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Originally Posted by dreamer246 Aww, I will be pretty darn pleased if I have the honor of being adopted by YOU! We can probably play with makeup all day long too, as mother-daughter bonding sessions. Sigh, if only my mother were like you, I might be a happier and more carefree soul...

Oh that is so so sweet of you

I do mean it! Oh yes, I have makeup on the brain most of the time so that would be fun for sure. I give you permission to be happy - all by yourself my dear

The pencils are ok for most of the reasons posted.

 

[shontay07108]

Here's a look that I love and duplicated. It's so pretty.

YouTube - Pret-A-Papier Makeup Tutorial

 

[nunu]

^I was about to post that video! Great minds think alike

 

[peachsuns]

Thank you for the video link, shontay. Loving the gorgeous neutral look on her.

Thank you, nunu for almost posting the video.

BTW, did anyone buy Garb?
Any thoughts on this? TIA!

 

[Miss QQ]

I saw this collection today. Found Coral Crepe and Instant Chic to be very pretty, but I didn't purchase anything. I hope I can be strong and pass this collection.

 

[LMD84]

i saw this collection in the store the other day and all i walked away with was croal crepe paint pot as i suspected i would. everything else was ok - just felt like i didn't need anything because nothing jumped out at me that much! coral crepe is great though. from memory it looks like rubanesque but minus the shimmer and slightly more coral.

 

[Princesa Livia]

I finally posted a look using the products I got. Its on my blog here.

 

[Princesa Livia]

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Originally Posted by LMD84 i saw this collection in the store the other day and all i walked away with was croal crepe paint pot as i suspected i would. everything else was ok - just felt like i didn't need anything because nothing jumped out at me that much! coral crepe is great though. from memory it looks like rubenesque but minus the shimmer and slightly more coral.

Yep! I can't remember if I've posted the swatches on the swatch thread, so I'll have to direct you to my swatches here.

 

[chickatthegym]

I posted this in in the swatch thread too. But just in case anyone is interested:

Cut to Fit Vs. Cranberry & Expensive Pink