MAC Strength Collection Discussion (December 2012)

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Pinkdollface

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lilinah said:
Hip 'n' Happy was on my wish list of DC'd/LE stuff, but my local MAC has quite a few! I didn't try it on my lips (i tested it on my arm) because i was wearing Strong Woman today and that stains my lips a bit. But i'm sure if i go back in a week it'll still be there - maybe i should just call and have them hold one. It looks like it's close to my natural lip color, although i think my lips may be a bit bluer and bit more neutral.

And i tested (on my arm) Just My Type, which looks like a really good brown, so now it's on my list, too.
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Hip 'n Happy is great for colours like Saint Germain. St. G is a bit brighter and HnH more dirty looking and therefore more wearable. It is quite blue based just FYI.

I think I'll get JMT too for Firm Form and maybe Yung Rapunxel and Grey Friday.
 
kimbunney

kimbunney

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Party Parrot does not look good on me straight out the tube. I've tried a bolder eye and a neutral eye, it just does not work. So what I've been doing is putting it on then blot it down to a stain then apply Astral creensheen on top. I didn't have a liner in my stash that I thought would change the color.
 
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CartoonChic

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kimbunney said:
Party Parrot does not look good on me straight out the tube. I've tried a bolder eye and a neutral eye, it just does not work. So what I've been doing is putting it on then blot it down to a stain then apply Astral creensheen on top. I didn't have a liner in my stash that I thought would change the color.
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Did you try a brown liner close to your skin tone?
 
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Pinkdollface

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CartoonChic said:
I feel the same way about a lip brush. Applicatin takes forever when I try using my 316 brush. I always end up applying straight from the tube after several swipes of the brush. I mainly use the brush now to smooth things out or when I'm layering lipsticks like Ruffian Gold. I've been meaning to pick up the 231 brush to use as a lip brush. I saw it used that way during the Marilyn Monroe collection. I think it would work better in applying lipstick since it's larger.

I also like pairing Hip 'N' Happy with Saint Germain, and I like it with Pink Popcorn. You definitely need Just My Type.


Did you try a brown liner close to your skin tone?
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Yup that's exactly what I use them for. I'll order JMT on monday:)
 
MissTT

MissTT

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Quote: Originally Posted by CartoonChic
Did you try a brown liner close to your skin tone?

CC when you recommend this do you mean to fill the lips as well or just to line? Speaking of lining I find it nearly impossible to fill my lips on top of P+P. Like it's too greasy; this is after I've left it dry down and get tacky for a few minutes. Any suggestions?
 
ladyarwen

ladyarwen

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linainoz said:
Okay, I've probably had lippy overload from these forums - but whats the purple one on the end? Strong Woman? God, I wished it actually looked that purple IRL!
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Yup, Strong Woman. It actually does look rather purple on me, at least I think so.
 
Prettypackages

Prettypackages

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Going to a hot party tonite, I think I want to wear Firm Form... But I don't know what to wear on my eyes. I don't think I have the courage to wear it outside a club. (I really need to stay home) Maybe I'll play it safe and wear Absolute Power.
 
katred

katred

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Prettypackages said:
Going to a hot party tonite, I think I want to wear Firm Form... But I don't know what to wear on my eyes. I don't think I have the courage to wear it outside a club. (I really need to stay home) Maybe I'll play it safe and wear Absolute Power.
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I was going to wear it tonight too! Of course, I'm going to a bar, so it won't be super-bright, but I still find the shade is more wearable than one might think. I like it with light gold & neutral shades on the eye and some black liner...
 
aradhana

aradhana

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katred said:
I was going to wear it tonight too! Of course, I'm going to a bar, so it won't be super-bright, but I still find the shade is more wearable than one might think. I like it with light gold & neutral shades on the eye and some black liner...
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ooo - i bet it'll look nice with your bronzy ellis faas eyelights....
 
sandrah

sandrah

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GlamQueen21 said:
I love Strong Woman l/s!! I adore the color so much!!
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SW and FF are my favorites from the bunch! I love SW so much! I've been using seductive intent in the middle of my lips so it makes it brighten up a bit and it looks even more beautiful. I've been using it everyday, lol.
 
BlissfullyYours

BlissfullyYours

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Anyone willing to part with Strong Woman or Party Parrot or Pink Pigeon?? Anyone know any legit ebay sellers?? Sooo desperate (same for Apres Chic l/s??)
 
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