here's the update, I was a little disappointed, i guess because I'm a layperson, not an MA. Thought I'd learn more about application, technique. I felt a little intimidated & quite frankly most of the vendors were not very approachable or friendly. There were many informational and custom/special f-x and air-brush booths & demonstrations (which were spectacular!) but obviously not for the non-MA. Very little makeup to purchase though I was ready to spend! I wouldn't go again as this cost $40 just to get in plus begging my friend to go but for the MA i think it would be good.
Believe it or not, Mac had one of the more disappointing booths. They had about 3 15-palettes of shadows, 2 blush palettes, the new see-thru & liquid liner collections, some pigs, mixing medium, etc. I know I shouldn't expect the whole store but..the display looked pretty much like a messy vanity & when I FINALLY got to see the counter (of course they were one of the busiest--more people getting applications for PPID than anything else it seemed) the woman was nice but didn't seem too knowledgable about the products-maybe just a helper??. I bought a few things (mixing medium, a lip gelee, liquid liner & eye liner O-J, anyone heard of this?). No discount though, needed a PPID card which my licensed friend doesn't have?!?!?
The best displays were from Il Makaige who gave out samples, encouraged people to come over, had demonstrations, etc & Crown brushes (don't remember who recommended them here but WOW, I bought about 10 different brushes for $45 & they seem good quality.
As someone who usually lurks & rarely posts, sorry for the long-winded story!
