Identifying fake MAC Pigments ***Guide with photos***

1165Cheryl

1165Cheryl

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MAC Pro does have a "white" pigment (I have 2 jars of it from them), it's describe as a "soft pearl white". It's also shown on there web site, hope this helps
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X_SiN_X

X_SiN_X

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Originally Posted by 1165Cheryl
MAC Pro does have a "white" pigment (I have 2 jars of it from them), it's describe as a "soft pearl white". It's also shown on there web site, hope this helps
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I have one also so white definitely is a PRO colour.
As for the authenticity, she is selling the same colours as a lot of people that have been mentioned on this forum as selling fakes. Of course no one has confirmed or denied it, however I bought a few colours off one of the ladies and I am convicnced they are authentic, I use mine everyday.
I'd say go ahead and bid! but of course it's totally your call
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katerina

katerina

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Xqueeze me you have gone to so much trouble to differentiate the counterfeit products from the authentic. THANK YOU so very much, you are a pillar of knowledge!
 
rockin

rockin

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Hi, I have today received a jar of Deep Blue Green pigment I bought on ebay. The seller is a Powerseller with over 800 feedback and 100% positive, so I assumed would be safe.

I'm a little concerned that it might not be authentic. The code on the barcode sticker on the bottom of the box says it's A52, so if that's right it's an older product and I'm guessing might differ from current ones in some ways anyway. Perhaps someone could advise me?

The first thing that struck me is that the clear label underneath the jar has the colour name, but not the code number. Also the sticker isn't completely transparent like those I've seen on some other jars - it is reminiscent of that 'invisible sellotape', thus blurring the appearance of the pigment underneath it.

The jar has the COLT-AINER III and numbers underneath, and on the inner plastic lid as I would expect, but the lid closes completely with the inner lid in place, and I'm sure I read that genuine ones have a slight gap between jar and lid.

The barcode is a sticker on the underneath of the box, and the name sticker is in the correct place, but all the printing on the front of the box seems to be a little off-centre, off to the left.

The leaflet that comes with it doesn't list the ingredients, and they are not on the box, either, but it does have a warning that it's not for use in the lip area (who would want deep blue green lips anyway?)




Not related to this particular jar, as I didn't have it then, but last night I was trying out some of my colours on the back of my hand. Today I noticed a rash on the back of my hand, which makes me worry that perhaps one or more of those other jars isn't genuine
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Xqueeze_me

Xqueeze_me

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Sorry buddy, but it sounds like you got one of the updated fakes?

This thread, fishy site..what do you think, might help? One of the girls got a Deep Blue Green from this particular seller.. Same case. No batch code on the bottom of the jar, visibly translucent label on bottom of jar, etc. Sounds like the same deal. There are also pics in the thread I mentioned. (See how the "seller" stock the pigments, etc).

Eeek! Go get your refund, hon!
 
rockin

rockin

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Thanks for confirming my suspicions, Xqueeze-me. My seller was angelicgandk. I bought a 'Nocturnelle' eyeshadow from them as well - I hope that's genuine
 
rockin

rockin

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I've just been to look and yes, it's exactly the same as I have received.

I'm trying to compare the Nocturnelle with the other shadows I have now. The box does appear to be shinier than one I bought direct from MAC, and the printing on the label underneath the container looks a bit white, whereas the others look more grey.
 
Obreathemykiss

Obreathemykiss

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This was sooo helpful! I love how you guys are the counterfeit police! This will keep me safe and ensure my money goes to the GENUINE products. You ladies rock as always!
 
Xqueeze_me

Xqueeze_me

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Originally Posted by look_divine
do pigments also come with clear labels on the bottom of the jar?
with name and batch number?

Yes. MAC Pro pigments come with clear labels with name AND batch number.
 
look_divine

look_divine

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thanks also another quick question, are the ingredients always printed on the side of the box? or is that only on pigments and not pro ones?
i recieved 4 pigments today, didnt realise they were pro ones so was unaware there labels are clear, now there boxes dont have ingredients on them
thanks
 
Xqueeze_me

Xqueeze_me

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Originally Posted by look_divine
thanks also another quick question, are the ingredients always printed on the side of the box? or is that only on pigments and not pro ones?
i recieved 4 pigments today, didnt realise they were pro ones so was unaware there labels are clear, now there boxes dont have ingredients on them
thanks

Some boxes do have ingredients listed on the side of the boxes but some don't. Not too sure what's up with that. I have.. well, had, since I sold most of my piggies, some MAC pigment boxes with and without ingredients listed on the side of the boxes.
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Xqueeze_me

Xqueeze_me

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Originally Posted by look_divine
great thanks so much
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you are such a helpful lady

You're welcome!
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Glad to be helpful. Just don't want you and others to get jibbed and go through hell to get refunds.
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look_divine

look_divine

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seems these i bought are real,thankfully, unawqare they were pro ones though a BONUS LOL
plus i bought off closetmustgo
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Xqueeze_me

Xqueeze_me

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Originally Posted by look_divine
seems these i bought are real,thankfully, unawqare they were pro ones though a BONUS LOL
plus i bought off closetmustgo
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Ahh I bought from closetmustgo before and she's awesome!
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look_divine

look_divine

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yes i have bought other brands off her before, im new to mac though so im wary after reading all the things on here
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know anyone who sells genuine mac brushes? or would i need to hit mac counter?
Thanks
 
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