The MAC Makeup Thread

[The_Ida]

Oooohh. The only nice thing from the In the Groove collection - Jazzed lipstick:

temptalia.com

 

[thisismyname]

Oooohh. The only nice thing from the In the Groove collection - Jazzed lipstick:

temptalia.com

I can't wait for In the Groove to drop in the states because I need this lipstick right now (or at least I need to test it right now to make sure it'll be flattering on me, but same difference)!

 

[FleurDeLys]

I bought Mac club eyeshadow yesterday. I haven't found the time yet to play around with it but it's a very nice shade. I want to try it with a dark cream base (which I don't have) but I'm completely broke.

 

[Mindbear]

I went crazy today and bought a load of the digipops and dazzleglass glosses and one of the new mineralize blushes...which is actually a bit too strong. My favorite purchase was the Morange lipstick, it's ridiculous, but suits my insanely orange hair.

 

[fashionista-ta]

^ I've just hit pan on two of my blushes (Coygirl and Cubic) ... it takes awhile but it does eventually happen ... maybe I'll replace with one of the Mineralize. Which color is too strong for you?

 

[Mindbear]

It's band of roses that I got, I couldn't test it because they glue the ltd edition stuff so you can't open it. It really is TOO much, and I love a good color payoff, but it's like i've painted my face!

 

[FleurDeLys]

You can see some pics and descriptions from the Venomous Villains collection here:
http://www.temptalia.com/mac-venomous-villains-collection-for-fall-2010#more-23722

I'm only interested in this eyeshadow:

EVIL QUEEN: Vainglorious Bronze burgundy (Frost) (Limited Edition)

and this blush:

EVIL QUEEN: Bite of an Apple Soft coral pink (Matte) (Limited Edition)


And maybe this nail polish:
MALEFICENT: Formidable! Teal green with pink pigment (Limited Edition)

but only because I'm really curious what colour it exactly is; I really cannot picture teal green with pink pigment .

The packaging looks tacky, but still better that ugly green and orange from the to the beach collection.

 

[fashionista-ta]

^ The nail polishes look good ... want to see the purple!

 

[melfreya]

I love the packaging!! I want all the Maleficent products!

 

[Mindbear]

I absolutely bloody love it! I love those sickly pallid looks...although at 31 there's only so long before I start looking like a lunatic with it on!

 

[fashionista-ta]

^ Maybe the uneducated will simply think you're truly ill

I wear lavender lipgloss and purple lipstick & nail polish ... on my toes, only because I'm too lazy to paint my nails all the time as required with very dark colors

Oh, I do wear lavender nail polish on my fingernails!

 

[lucy92]

is anyone else excited for the dazzle lipsticks that have glitter in them? the ruby colored one really appeals to me so far. they wont be available until august 5th.

its been a while since ive been excited for a LE mac launch. at least a year.

 

[thisismyname]

Here's some info on the MAC and Rodarte collaboration. Since a lot of people seem to be getting really offended by it, I thought it would be interesting to bring the discussion here, where all involved follow fashion. It's based from the F/W2010 collection...

Lipstick ($14.00 U.S. / $16.50 CDN)

• Ghost Town Sheer white with white, gold and green pearlized pigment (Frost) (Limited Edition)
• Rose State Mid-tone blue pink (Lustre) (Limited Edition)
• Sleepless Light grey taupe (Frost) (Limited Edition)

Lipglass ($18.00 U.S. / $21.50 CDN)

• Rodarte Pale creamy pink with layers of sparkling white, mint, and pink (Limited Edition)
• del Norte Light creamy violet with layers of sheer sparkling taupe, pink and grey (Limited Edition)

Lip Erase ($16.00 U.S. / $19.00 CDN)

• Pale Flesh tone NC 27 Shade (Matte) (PRO)

Mineralize Eyeshadow ($19.50 U.S. / $23.50 CDN)

• Bordertown Black with red, pale blue, and silver veining (Frost) (Limited Edition)
• Sleepwalker Beige with copper, pale blue and pale pink veining (Frost) (Limited Edition)

Pigment ($19.50 U.S. / $23.50 CDN)

• White Gold White pearl with gold duochrome (PRO)
• Kitschmas Shimmering pink/mauve (Permanent)
• Mauvement Cool taupe with gold pearl (Limited Edition) (Repromote from Rushmetal, Overrich)
• Badlands Mid-tone shimmer beige brown (Limited Edition)

Chromographic Pencil ($14.50 U.S. / $17.50 CDN)

• NW25/NC30 Flesh tone NW25/NC30 shade (Matte) (PRO)

Beauty Powder ($25.00 U.S. / $30.00 CDN)

• Softly Drifting Pale neutral white-ish pink with soft gold pearl (Limited Edition)

Blush ($18.50 U.S./$22.00 CDN)

• Quinceanera Shimmery mid-tone blue pink (Limited Edition)

Nail Lacquer ($12.00 U.S. / $14.50 CDN)

• Juarez Bright opal pink (Frost) (Limited Edition)
• Factory Light opal mint (Frost) (Limited Edition)

(photo and info from temptalia.com)

 

[thesiren]

why are people offended? mac is donating a portion of the proceeds to the people of juarez. plus, this just in -- sometimes there IS beauty in the most ugly places. i guess people on this forum understand that.

kind of nuts about this promo pic. probably not for the mainstream makeup lover, but the image is so classic rodarte. i also love the names of the products...it's like actual work went into it.

 

[Mindbear]

This is what I was talking about earlier, I absolutely LOVE this kind of look, the sickly, ghostly pallor. Why are people so offended...I haven't really seen anyone talking about it and I'd be interested to know why people don't love it as much as I do??

 

[FleurDeLys]

People are reacting very strongly because of the names given to the products. 'Juarez', 'bordertown', 'factory' are examples of the names that people are offended by. Juarez is known as one of the most violent cities in the world, there's also a lot of violence against women, a lot of women get killed (feminicidios)... for example the women who work in factories have late shifts and go home at night or very early in the morning, which makes them a perfect target.
Some people think that with this collection it seems as if rodarte and MAC are glamorizing the tragedy going on there. Although I understand that this might be a sensitive subject for some people, it was getting out of hand. Some of the discussions got really ugly, people were unsulting each other .
MAC and Rodarte have already issued a statement to calm things down:

STATEMENT FROM M·A·C COSMETICS ON THE M·A·C RODARTE COLLECTION

We understand that product names in the M·A·C Rodarte collection have offended some of our consumers and fans. This was never our intent and we are very sorry. We are listening carefully to the comments posted and are grateful to those of you who have brought your concerns to the forefront of our attention. M·A·C will give a portion of the proceeds from the M·A·C Rodarte collection to help those in need in Juarez. We are diligently investigating the best way to do this. Please be assured that we will keep you posted on the details regarding our efforts.

STATEMENT FROM RODARTE ON THE M·A·C AND RODARTE COLLECTION

Our makeup collaboration with M·A·C developed from inspirations on a road trip that we took in Texas last year, from El Paso to Marfa. The ethereal nature of this landscape influenced the creative development and desert palette of the collection. We are truly saddened about injustice in Juarez and it is a very important issue to us. The M·A·C collaboration was intended as a celebration of the beauty of the landscape and people in the areas that we traveled.

temptalia.com

 

[miu_miu]

Whilst I appreciate that there is beauty in ugly places, and that at least now, many more people are aware of the situation - here's why it bothers me.

- These statements are released only after the online furore. When I heard about the collection and its inspiration, I was sure it was to be combined with campaigning and percentage donation, that it would be a motivation. Instead it's a response.
- To me this is indicative of where priorities at MAC HQ are, too many collections, too little thought - and this extends to all areas of business, not just this collection.
- So they'll give a portion of the proceeds? Better to give your money directly because I find it meaningless, the statement means nothing. It's like the Chantecaille palettes that retail for around £70 with a whopping 5% given to the charity It's also disappointing considering how strong and positive the Viva Glam campaign is.
- I don't know if I can explain my more personal reason for finding this collection distateful...I can argue it both ways actually so I'll keep it to myself, though I feel very strongly what I've said before.

 

[The_Ida]

Just bought Jazzed lipstick! It is a lot darker on me than on the Temptalia girl, but I apply it over nude lipstick and BAM...the best peach/coral lip colour ever!

 

[thesiren]

Whilst I appreciate that there is beauty in ugly places, and that at least now, many more people are aware of the situation - here's why it bothers me.

- These statements are released only after the online furore. When I heard about the collection and its inspiration, I was sure it was to be combined with campaigning and percentage donation, that it would be a motivation. Instead it's a response.
- To me this is indicative of where priorities at MAC HQ are, too many collections, too little thought - and this extends to all areas of business, not just this collection.
- So they'll give a portion of the proceeds? Better to give your money directly because I find it meaningless, the statement means nothing. It's like the Chantecaille palettes that retail for around £70 with a whopping 5% given to the charity It's also disappointing considering how strong and positive the Viva Glam campaign is.
- I don't know if I can explain my more personal reason for finding this collection distateful...I can argue it both ways actually so I'll keep it to myself, though I feel very strongly what I've said before.

bottom line - you vote with your dollar. we all know this.

this is arguably the most mainstream exposure the city of juarez and its problems has had. i do not think the mulleavys were looking to raise awareness, but ultimately that's what's happened and that's a good thing.

rodarte hardly glamorizes anything. from the get-go the vibe of the label has been dark, creepy, ethereal...i think for many it's the fact they don't want the issues of juarez staring at them from their vanities, not that they're overly concerned with the violence in the city since that's been going on for several years now.

 

[The_Ida]

Jazzed is so nice!

my pic

Well, I'm certainly pleased that I don't like anything from the Rodarte collection...now I like it even less.