Hi Melanie,
Thank you for taking the time to email us at MAC Online. I am happy to help you!
First off, let me give you a breakdown of our codes (you may already know how it
works - but just in case):
If you have yellow or olive undertones, choose one of our NC or C shades, and if
your skin has rosy or red undertones, go with the NW category. So, from our NC
category, what I did when first starting my kit, was get NC15 and NC55 from our
liquid and concealer formulas. Then in the NW category, choose NW15 and an NW45,
in the liquid and concealers. That way you can mix a little together to get the
depth that you need!
Here are some must-haves for a professional makeup kit:
STUDIO MOISTURE FIX: a great moisturizer for any skin type and an excellent
primer for our concealer and foundations.
STUDIO TECH FOUNDATION: provides a natural, matte finish with medium-full
coverage. It feels weightless on the skin and it will allow you to create a
flawless canvas without looking heavily made-up. Studio Tech is also the ideal
foundation to use for photography. Studio Tech is broken down into NW shades
(neutral with red undertones) and NC shades (neutral with yellow undertones).
BLOT POWDER: provides excellent shine control without added colour or texture.
This silky pressed powder is excellent for setting foundations and for quick
touch-ups during the day. It feels weightless and it won't build-up on the
skin.
STUDIO FINISH CONCEALER SPF 15: a creamy concealer in a pot that is easy to
blend and provides amazing coverage.
MAC WIPES: these alcohol-free cleansing wipes are great for quick lipstick
changes, smudges or just an overall face cleaning.
The MAC Line is very extensive and we are always coming out with beautiful new
shades. However, here are some great basics to start with:
Eye Shadow:
BRULE (a creamy bone ivory)
PRINT (a deep grey/black)
HAUX (a soft rosy brown)
SHROOM (a shimmering tan champagne)
BRONZE (a shimmering bronze with copper sparkles)
SKETCH (a shimmering deep burgundy)
BLACK TIED (an intense black)
MALT (a matted beige pink)
CARBON (matte black)
CHILL (satin white) NYLON (an icy pale gold)
MELODY (a matte turquoise)
ELECTRIC EEL (a vivid blue)
SUSHI FLOWER (a bright coral pink)
Blush:
PRISM (a matte brownish/pink)
CUBIC (a soft pink)
DESERT ROSE (a soft reddish burgundy)
STYLE (a shimmering golden coral-peach)
TAN TONE (a neutral golden brown)
FRANKLY SCARLET (a vivid red)
FEVER (a deep rich plum red)
PINK SWOON (a bright pink)
PEACHES (a rich peach)
Basic Brushes and Tools:
#252 Large Shader Brush for all-over lid application of eye shadows
#239 Eye Shading Brush for detailed lid blending of eye shadows
#224 Tapered Blending Brush for contouring the crease
#266 Small Angle Brush for eye lining and filling in brows
#204 Lash Brush for separating lashes
#116 Blush Brush for applying powder blush
#150 Large Powder Brush for applying loose or pressed powder
#321 Lip Brush for applying lipsticks and gloss
#190 Foundation Brush for applying liquid, cream and powder foundations
#194 Concealer Brush for precise application of concealers
WEDGE SPONGES
FULL LASH CURLER
MAC PENCIL SHARPENER
MAC BRUSH CLEANSER
CLEAR BROW SET
Eye Liners:
SMOLDER (a smudgy rich black)
TEDDY (a smudgy rich bronzed brown)
COFFEE (a rich deep brown)
GREY UTILITY (a smudge proof grey)
FOXY LADY (a smudgy rustic red)
FASCINATING (white)
Lipsticks
TWIG (a brownish/pink)
MYSTIC (a neutral berry/red)
DEL RIO (a brownish/plum)
VERVE (a brownish/wine)
VIVA GLAM (a true matte red)
DUBONNET (a rich burgundy red)
COSMO (a soft pinkish/beige)
"O" (a reddish/plum with beautiful copper-gold shimmer)
BUBBLES (an icy white pink)
MYTH (a pale nude beige)
FILM NOIR (a deep black brown)
SO CHAUD (a rich red orange)
MEDIA (a deep currant)
COCONUTTY (a shimmery soft bronze brown)
Lipglass:
PRRR (a shimmering pink)
LUST (a glossy pinkish/brown)
SHOCK-O-LATE (a shiny deep chocolate brown)
DESIRE (a shiny sheer berry/wine)
CRYSTAL BEACH (a shimmery pale gold)
OH BABY (a sheer shimmery bronze)
FLORABUNDANCE (a pale nude peach pink)
CLEAR LIPGLASS (a high shine clear)
Lip Pencils:
SPICE (a warm pinkish brown)
CHESTNUT (a deep brown)
PLUM (a neutral plum)
MAHOGANY (a reddish/brown)
For a case, I recommend checking out MAC MAKEUP CASE 1.6. It is designed to
help organize and transport makeup products and supplies. The Case itself is 12
x 8.5 x 9. The three aluminum fold-out shelves are 10.5 x 7 x 1.5. The roomy
bottom compartment is 11 x 8 x 2.5. All measurements are in inches.
This makeup case has a comfortable, rigid plastic handle and comes with a
detachable shoulder strap and locking mechanism with key. It is made of the
same durable plastic as high-end suitcases, making it lightweight yet sturdy.
To view and purchase these products, visit us at:
www.maccosmetics.com
We hope you will continue to visit us at MAC Online. If we can be of further
assistance, please let us know.
Kindest regards,
Aimee
MAC Online
Makeup Artist
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