RiRi Hearts MAC Fall Collection (October 3, 2013)

[Addict4MAC]

Actually, I'm not crazy about using a wet brush with the pressed pigments, bacteria or no bacteria. They have a sort of creamy texture that applying them wet does something to and can make them a little scaly after. If you want a strong application of them, you get better results just applying them with the smooth silicon applicators (love those for the pps) or a finger, instead of using a brush; and then after, you can give a very light misting of Fix+ directly to the eyes. Applying them on top of another shadow also is a good way to minimize the sheerness a lot of them have.

Maybe this new batch will be a little different, but I think wet application on these is going to continue to have some problems.

Thanks liba. Yes, I want a strong application. And when I played with my mom's Jet Couture I notice that there is fall out when used dry. So I figured applying wet is the way to go. Where can I get these applicators you speak of? Does MAC sell them? TIA

 

[erine1881]

So in theory, if you spray your brush with fix + then dip into the powder, then you are introducing the powder to bacteria? And we should spray the product with alcohol and wipe it down when we're done? I'm sorry if its a dumb question...I just wanna know because I plan on using my pressed pigments wet and may have to double dip or so.

Spraying your brush with fix+ and then dipping into a product will cause bacteria to grow, unless it is a product that can be used wet. These products are specifically made to be used wet or dry, and they are- -MES -MB -MSF -EDES Anything else used wet directly in the pan will promote bacteria growth. As far as spraying with alcohol and wiping it down, i meant with sanitizing lipsticks and petri dishes. You have to spray and wipe the surface. If you just spray and ley dry, it's not sanitizing anything. You never want to spray a powder with alcohol to sanitize.

Actually, I'm not crazy about using a wet brush with the pressed pigments, bacteria or no bacteria. They have a sort of creamy texture that applying them wet does something to and can make them a little scaly after. If you want a strong application of them, you get better results just applying them with the smooth silicon applicators (love those for the pps) or a finger, instead of using a brush; and then after, you can give a very light misting of Fix+ directly to the eyes. Applying them on top of another shadow also is a good way to minimize the sheerness a lot of them have.  Maybe this new batch will be a little different, but I think wet application on these is going to continue to have some problems.

And you're correct. Pressed pigments aren't meant to be applied with a wet brush. They can be applied and then dampened tho, or applied to wet skin.

 

[martiangurll]

And you're correct. Pressed pigments aren't meant to be applied with a wet brush. They can be applied and then dampened tho, or applied to wet skin.

I usually apply the pigment first, then apply a layer of liquid over it (I use Visine because Fix + is too drying and irritates my eyelids). Alternately I mix the powders dusted from the MES with the liquid on the back of my hand then apply to my lid. I can't stand anything jacking up the surface of my precious MES!

 

[erine1881]

I usually apply the pigment first, then apply a layer of liquid over it (I use Visine because Fix + is too drying and irritates my eyelids).  Alternately I mix the powders dusted from the MES with the liquid on the back of my hand then apply to my lid.  I can't stand anything jacking up the surface of my precious MES!  

I'm the same way. I don't like that flat shiny surface that's left behind when it's used wet. It bugs me for some reason.

 

[Addict4MAC]

And you're correct. Pressed pigments aren't meant to be applied with a wet brush. They can be applied and then dampened tho, or applied to wet skin.

So when YouTube gurus spray their brush when applying eyeshadow, then they're putting the product on the brush first then spraying Fix + right? That would be the best way to do it you did want to use eyeshadow "wet"? I guess my question/theory was put together wrong. I didn't mean wet like drenching the brush in liquid or anything. And I must have been thinking about loose pigments. So is there a way to make pressed pigments more pigmented?

And I see. I'll do more research!

 

[erine1881]

So when YouTube gurus spray their brush when applying eyeshadow, then they're putting the product on the brush first then spraying Fix + right? That would be the best way to do it you did want to use eyeshadow "wet"? I guess my question/theory was put together wrong. I didn't mean wet like drenching the brush in liquid or anything. And I must have been thinking about loose pigments. So is there a way to make pressed pigments more pigmented? And I see. I'll do more research!

The best way is to dip a dry brush in the product (whether it be pressed shadow/pigment) and then spray the brush. Then use a new dry brush for the other eye. A brush doesnt have to be sopping wet to promote bacteria growth tho. Even the smallest amount of water can cause bacteria to grow, so even a slightly damp brush will grow germies. But I've seen people on YT dip in with a damp brush, which isn't sanitary. Tho it's their eyeshadow and their eyes, it's improper technique that people replicate. As for PPs, use a creamier base such as a CCB or a bit of a MM over your shadow before laying down the PP to get that intensity you're looking for.

 

[Addict4MAC]

As for PPs, use a creamier base such as a CCB or a bit of a MM over your shadow before laying down the PP to get that intensity you're looking for.

Oh! I see...I prefer to just use a base. Thanks so much Erin for your wealth of knowledge!

 

[Innatchka]

The best way is to dip a dry brush in the product (whether it be pressed shadow/pigment) and then spray the brush. Then use a new dry brush for the other eye. A brush doesnt have to be sopping wet to promote bacteria growth tho. Even the smallest amount of water can cause bacteria to grow, so even a slightly damp brush will grow germies. But I've seen people on YT dip in with a damp brush, which isn't sanitary. Tho it's their eyeshadow and their eyes, it's improper technique that people replicate. As for PPs, use a creamier base such as a CCB or a bit of a MM over your shadow before laying down the PP to get that intensity you're looking for.

Thas right! It will ruin your shadow. My experience is that when you use water to set intensify the shadow..the water will damp and shadow will fall out through the day. The best and only thing that works for me is a cream base. A neutral, matte paint pot (soft ocher, painterly). Eyehadow stays put! It survived a Zumba class and I have accidentaly fell asleep with make up on, my eyeshadow look still intact. You also have endless possibilities by using different paint pots and different finishes they have!

 

[kerry-jane88]

is the 'her cocoa' quad speculated to contain woodwinked?
i've wanted that shadow for a while now, so if the other shades in the quad are to my liking then i might get it!
i saw rihanna in concert in manchester the other day and she rocked it!

 

[Addict4MAC]

The best and only thing that works for me is a cream base. A neutral, matte paint pot (soft ocher, painterly). Eyehadow stays put! It survived a Zumba class and I have accidentaly fell asleep with make up on, my eyeshadow look still intact. You also have endless possibilities by using different paint pots and different finishes they have!

Thanks for you input! I see why everyone is going crazy about the paint pots in the pro longwear thread!

 

[Addict4MAC]

Yes. Woodwinked is the warm antique gold.

 

[nillafrost]

Just added to Instagram from badgalriri she said its a sneak peek at her next mac project love the color for the fall, wear if you dare.

 

[Richelle83]

What the hell does she have on?! Is it TTT or nude or TTT lined with the nude on top?!

 

[miss0annette]

What the hell does she have on?! Is it TTT or nude or TTT lined with the nude on top?! 

Maybe it's the spoiled milk lippie? Lol

 

[brittbby]

That is an interesting color! I don't think I'm bold enough to rock that... Its very metallic.. .or white I can't tell. I might scare some people at work lol!!!

 

[1drfullycr8ed]

What the hell does she have on?! Is it TTT or nude or TTT lined with the nude on top?!

 

[nillafrost]

What the hell does she have on?! Is it TTT or nude or TTT lined with the nude on top?! 

It looks like a shimmery grayish purple tone.

 

[brooklyn02]

Just added to Instagram from badgalriri she said its a sneak peek at her next mac project love the color for the fall, wear if you dare.

I saw that on IG too, but I'm not felling the color from this photo. Unless the was under some really bad lighting, but it looks very ashy/brown. Or am I seeing this all sorts or wrong?

 

[Copperhead]

What the hell does she have on?! Is it TTT or nude or TTT lined with the nude on top?!

LOL Richelle! There's another picture of her coming out of a store. It might be a MAC store and maybe she was taking a 'sneak peek' of her fall collection in the store. I have NO IDEA what the heck that could be on her lips.

 

[OctoberViolet]

I can't tell from the picture if it's a light metallic purple shade, a nude(ish) shade or a mixture of shades. I like it, but I need to see it close up and I want to know the color.