MAC Early Buzz - News on Products for 2013

CartoonChic

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I've seen it in black too.
They also have a gray one and a carbon pattern pattern one. I recommended the Clarisonic to a male friend of mine. He has oily skin and the difference was noticed instantly. His skin is clearer, brighter and not as oily. He's very happy with it. He also likes that it's quick and easy to use with little fuss.
 

CartoonChic

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I have both the deep pore and the sensitive. I've had both in there for two week periods before; neither bother me. :)
I have the Deep Pore, Sensitive and Normal brush heads. I haven't tried the Normal one yet. The main difference that I notice with the Deep Pore brush head is that it feels softer than the Sensitive one. I think it may be because the bristles are longer/more plush.
 

liba

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We do only have the Glamtox Cleanser here in Germany:
http://www.douglas.de/douglas/Pfleg...Glamtox-Cleanser_productbrand_3000049160.html


The Cleansing Balm sounds great.I will try to get it!
The Cleanser and the Balm are the same thing - just that the Balm is in their new, updated packaging! Their old packaging was kind of crappy with caps that wouldn't stay on and stuff like that.

I also HIGHLY recommend the Glamtox day and night moisturizers and the Dragon's Blood Eye Gel (as a smoother and depuffer underneath eye cream - I LOVE the Mineralize MAC eye cream, btw). I swore by the Glamtox serum, until it was discontinued - I use the MAC P&P Moisture Infusion instead - it's not as multi-purpose as the Rodial was, but it's also a lot cheaper too. If you are getting frown lines or other kinds of wrinkles due to facial tension, the Rodial Glamoxy Snake Serum is amazing...synthetic snake venom for a mini-botox effect. It's not hydrating, but it will stop your laugh lines in their tracks. (the Glamtox day moisturizer also has muscle relaxing ingredients in it that definitely do make a difference for me.) I haven't used it yet, but the Glamtox Eye is one of the very few eye creams with SPF (SPF18 in the new version). I've also tried some of their body products, like the Boob Lift, but it was kind of hard for me to stick with the daily use I'd need with them - I always have time for my face, but I'm kind of lax in the morning about slathering on a lot of lotions and potions all over my body. Their tanning products are supposed to be awesome, but that's not really my thing.

I don't think younger gals really need to spend the money on Rodial - I used Clarins for 15+ years. But if you're over 40 and your skin is changing, or you're under a lot of stress, Rodial attacks the disaster zones from many different angles at once, which I really appreciate.

P.S.: In the US, I buy Rodial through SpaceNK, which has an online store plus a few brick & mortar stores sprinkled around (one advantage of living in a big city like L.A.). Now Nordstrom's also is carrying some Rodial products too - they're a growing company for sure. The demand is still outweighing the supply, but it's getting better.
 

MACina

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....I had Normal,Sensitive and Deep Pore too and the DP is my favorite brush!

It really feels softer than Sensitive and Normal and I don' t want to use another brush anymore.
I have the Deep Pore, Sensitive and Normal brush heads. I haven't tried the Normal one yet. The main difference that I notice with the Deep Pore brush head is that it feels softer than the Sensitive one. I think it may be because the bristles are longer/more plush.
 

CartoonChic

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The Cleanser and the Balm are the same thing - just that the Balm is in their new, updated packaging! Their old packaging was kind of crappy with caps that wouldn't stay on and stuff like that.

I also HIGHLY recommend the Glamtox day and night moisturizers and the Dragon's Blood Eye Gel (as a smoother and depuffer underneath eye cream - I LOVE the Mineralize MAC eye cream, btw). I swore by the Glamtox serum, until it was discontinued - I use the MAC P&P Moisture Infusion instead - it's not as multi-purpose as the Rodial was, but it's also a lot cheaper too. If you are getting frown lines or other kinds of wrinkles due to facial tension, the Rodial Glamoxy Snake Serum is amazing...synthetic snake venom for a mini-botox effect. It's not hydrating, but it will stop your laugh lines in their tracks. (the Glamtox day moisturizer also has muscle relaxing ingredients in it that definitely do make a difference for me.) I haven't used it yet, but the Glamtox Eye is one of the very few eye creams with SPF (SPF18 in the new version). I've also tried some of their body products, like the Boob Lift, but it was kind of hard for me to stick with the daily use I'd need with them - I always have time for my face, but I'm kind of lax in the morning about slathering on a lot of lotions and potions all over my body. Their tanning products are supposed to be awesome, but that's not really my thing.

I don't think younger gals really need to spend the money on Rodial - I used Clarins for 15+ years. But if you're over 40 and your skin is changing, or you're under a lot of stress, Rodial attacks the disaster zones from many different angles at once, which I really appreciate.
I had to look up the eye gel. That's a great name.
 

CartoonChic

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....I had Normal,Sensitive and Deep Pore too and the DP is my favorite brush!

It really feels softer than Sensitive and Normal and I don' t want to use another brush anymore.
I haven't used the Deep Pore brush much because I haven't had it for very long. I also still only use my Clarisonic about 3 times/week. I would like to know why people are saying to be cautious with the Deep Pore brush?
 

MACina

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Thank you liba!!!

I have never tried Rodial face products.Only body stuff so far....

For my face I have been using Kanebo for years now and it works great for my skin!
But unfortunatly they do not offer a gel cleanser and that is why I have been looking for that since I got
my Clarisonic.

But it is good to know that the Cleanser and the Balm are the same thing.
I will order the Cleanse then!

Thank you so much again!
The Cleanser and the Balm are the same thing - just that the Balm is in their new, updated packaging! Their old packaging was kind of crappy with caps that wouldn't stay on and stuff like that.

I also HIGHLY recommend the Glamtox day and night moisturizers and the Dragon's Blood Eye Gel (as a smoother and depuffer underneath eye cream - I LOVE the Mineralize MAC eye cream, btw). I swore by the Glamtox serum, until it was discontinued - I use the MAC P&P Moisture Infusion instead - it's not as multi-purpose as the Rodial was, but it's also a lot cheaper too. If you are getting frown lines or other kinds of wrinkles due to facial tension, the Rodial Glamoxy Snake Serum is amazing...synthetic snake venom for a mini-botox effect. It's not hydrating, but it will stop your laugh lines in their tracks. (the Glamtox day moisturizer also has muscle relaxing ingredients in it that definitely do make a difference for me.) I haven't used it yet, but the Glamtox Eye is one of the very few eye creams with SPF (SPF18 in the new version). I've also tried some of their body products, like the Boob Lift, but it was kind of hard for me to stick with the daily use I'd need with them - I always have time for my face, but I'm kind of lax in the morning about slathering on a lot of lotions and potions all over my body. Their tanning products are supposed to be awesome, but that's not really my thing.

I don't think younger gals really need to spend the money on Rodial - I used Clarins for 15+ years. But if you're over 40 and your skin is changing, or you're under a lot of stress, Rodial attacks the disaster zones from many different angles at once, which I really appreciate.
 

liba

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Thank you so much again!
Just remember - the Rodial cleanser is active- meaning it's got Vitamin C and amino acids to exfoliate the skin. I don't use it at night, only in the morning. If you don't have dull, dry aging skin, you should definitely check out the Clarins gel cleanser - it's got a perfect texture for the Clairsonic, is cheaper and easier to find and gentle and hydrating for all skin types: http://www.clarinsusa.com/Pure-Melt-Cleansing-Gel-with-Marula-Oil/0132019,en_US,pd.html
 

MACina

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Thank you....I have to check Clarins out too!

Maybe I can get a sample of the cleanser to try it before getting the FS.


Just remember - the Rodial cleanser is active- meaning it's got Vitamin C and amino acids to exfoliate the skin. I don't use it at night, only in the morning. If you don't have dull, dry aging skin, you should definitely check out the Clarins gel cleanser - it's got a perfect texture for the Clairsonic, is cheaper and easier to find and gentle and hydrating for all skin types: http://www.clarinsusa.com/Pure-Melt-Cleansing-Gel-with-Marula-Oil/0132019,en_US,pd.html
 

MACina

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I really hope so!

I should definitely be able to get a sample of the Clarins Cleanser and will ask for Rodial too.
That would be a good idea - I know I've gotten samples of Rodial night cream before - maybe they have cleanser samples too!
 

MRV

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I have no idea if this has already been mentioned but my Mac said we are going to get a Waterproof False Lashes Mascara.

I have not yet even opened my Extended Play Lash M. But it's good to know there will be other alternatives, too.
 

PixieDancer

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They also have a gray one and a carbon pattern pattern one. I recommended the Clarisonic to a male friend of mine. He has oily skin and the difference was noticed instantly. His skin is clearer, brighter and not as oily. He's very happy with it. He also likes that it's quick and easy to use with little fuss.
I just purchased the grey one to replace my older white PRO one... one of the little clips inside that holds the head on came out, so the head was not clicking on securely. So be really careful when changing the brush heads. Don't be too forceful. I did have my original FOREVER! I actually purchased it from my esthetician a long time ago before they were for general sale to the public. You could only get them from an esthetician or dermatologist back then... So it was time for a new one anyways. And when I open my new one I'm going to see if they haven't changed the design of the mechanism inside that holds the brush head in place...
I LOVE my Clarisonic!! Everyone should have one!
 

Medgal07

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I haven't used the Deep Pore brush much because I haven't had it for very long. I also still only use my Clarisonic about 3 times/week. I would like to know why people are saying to be cautious with the Deep Pore brush?
When I first started using the Deep Pore brush I noticed more breakouts, particularly on my chin. I've started using different cleansers and a new serum and the breakouts have since stopped. I use my Clarisonic twice a day...in the morning & at night. Perhaps the Deep Pore brush can be damaging to sensitive skin. I don't consider my skin sensitive which is why I use the device so often. I would decrease my usage if I experienced untoward effects but it seems harmless for me.
 

Colorqueen

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Another thing to keep in mind with the Clairsonic - no matter what kind of brush head you are using, it's important to use the right kind of cleanser. You really want to use a thick gel cleanser. Clarins makes one or two good ones and I personally swear by Rodial's active cleanser, which is pricey, but is very multipurpose for older skin issues. You want a cleanser that stays nice and thick and doesn't immediately break down into a lather, especially a thin lather. The longer it stays in gel form, the more cushioning you'll get from the bristles and vibration.
I have used two other cleansers which made a huge difference with the Clarisonic: Aubrey Organics Blue Algae Cream cleanser or Yes to Blueberries Cream Cleanser.

I had all kinds of problems until i changed to using those- then I have no problems and I use it day or night with no problems at all. Just in saw the other cleansers are not available, there are two more worth checking out. ;)
 

martiangurll

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SOURCE : Chic Profile

http://www.chicprofile.com/

Here is a preview of spring 2013.
Acutally, I kind of like the YSL collection the best but the cream e/s palette from MAC looks lovely. Did I read it is on the Pro site now?

I am looking forward to the fluidline for the brows in the Taupe/dark ash blonde color. Of course, I will also try it for the "no makeup look" on the lash line as well.
 

lilinah

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I just picked up the 3-speed Clarisonic at a Sephora Friends & Family sale a couple days ago. I had been hesitating because of the expense, but it was 20% off! So, still expensive, but hey only 4/5 of the original price.

It came with a sensitive skin brush, which i need for my mature rosacea prone skin. And it has a body speed and body brush, so i can get at my elephant elbows - well, they're not so elephantine, since i've been using AHAs and antioxidants on them.

I haven't used it yet. It's bigger than the Mia, so i'll see if it's too heavy for my 3rd grade (8 yr old) sized, slightly arthritic hands.

The SA gave me a sample of some skin cleanser that sounded suitable for my skin (dermaDoctor Litmus, i think). But i'm searching for something better, more soothing.
 
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