MAC FAQ: PPID/MAC PRO Card

[Ruby_Woo]

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Originally Posted by smilecusiluvu I have a question since they require two diff identification I was wondering if i can send in my ID, nail technician and facial/aesthetician license they would they count as two different for of ID because they are two diff license. I also do freelance on the side but I dont have a business card made because I always give out the business card of my workplace (nail and facial) and just put my cellphone number on it if they are interested in contacting me. I'll be happy with any kind of discount but do you guys think i'll qualify for the 30% or 40%? since I dont have anything to back up my make up artist status.

It has to be two proofs of profession and one identification. So your ID is your identification, and your nail diploma is one proof of profession, now you need a second one. And they won't give you the makeup artist discount as its not your primary means of income.

HTH.

 

[blindpassion]

^ Ruby, so when it comes to id, say, a drivers lisence and social would be considered acceptable?

 

[smilecusiluvu]

oo my two license are different ones not the same one. I have a nail license and another facial license so that makes it two license is that ok? or do I need to make a business card as well?

 

[Ruby_Woo]

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Originally Posted by blindpassion ^ Ruby, so when it comes to id, say, a drivers lisence and social would be considered acceptable?

Yeah any Government issued ID is acceptable. DON'T SEND YOUR SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER/CARD. Its not a means of identification or even required by MAC. We all know things can get lost in transition and this is not a number you want others to know guys! (Sorry I had my number used and its not fun or easy to get it back so just FYI)



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Originally Posted by smilecusiluvu oo my two license are different ones not the same one. I have a nail license and another facial license so that makes it two license is that ok? or do I need to make a business card as well?

Yeah if they are two completly different documents then you are all set to go.
This is what your envelope should contain:
-Photocopy of your ID
-Copy of both certificates
-Check made out to MAC cosmetics for $35

and you do not need a business card. Once approved you should get your Pro card and you will get a 30% discount. Only MUA get 40 %

hope this helps!

P.S
-If you submit your paper work at a MAC Pro store they let you shop that day with your discount. Its a ONE time deal, until you get your pro card k!

 

[yoyie]

i've read through everything and i am still wondering on what to send in...

do you guys think that my business card and a completed business contract that one of my clients has filled out will be enough proof...


hopefully the card and contract will be enough...

 

[dominicana90]

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Originally Posted by Ruby_Woo Yeah any Government issued ID is acceptable. DON'T SEND YOUR SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER/CARD. Its not a means of identification or even required by MAC. We all know things can get lost in transition and this is not a number you want others to know guys! (Sorry I had my number used and its not fun or easy to get it back so just FYI)

AGREE! MY STUFF GOT LOST! I thinking about sending my social securty card. Godd thing I tdidn't my stuff got lost the 1st time I sent it.

 

[LostinBubbles]

Question!? So I've gathered up all my credentials and fixing to send in but curious about something...on the app., it only gives one place for an address. My permanent address is out in the boonies and our mail takes forever and a day, so I usually send things to my apartment that I have in town. Does the address on my license need to match the one on my application? I guess best why to sum it up - can I use a billing then a shipping address?

I sent an email to MACPro too, but sometime my Specktra gals are just faster

Thanks!
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Edit: 02-19-2009

Well I went ahead and applied. I was told I could update my address once the application was approved if need be. Mailed off on the 2nd I believe and today they charged my card! I honestly expected it to be quite awhile. I have a big promo shot coming up for my work so this is fantastic news for me

I am so excited about the Master Classes too!!! *Squeeeee*

 

[Lola*]

I'm in Ireland and I want to apply for the card. The form says the fee is £25/€40!! €40!!! crazy considering £25 is less than €30 these days!!! I presume they charge sterling to my credit card and I'll pay the current exchange rate...anyone have any experience with this recently???

 

[LostinBubbles]

Can I order from the standard MAC site with my PRO card, or can I only use it on the MACPRO site to receive my discount? Reason being, I've noticed some colors/items are available on the regular site but not on the PRO site...odd...I'm sure I can call to place my order for everything, but sometimes it's easier just to browse for what I need when I am stuck at my desk on some days, lol! Anyone know though?

 

[Ruby_Woo]

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Originally Posted by LostinBubbles Can I order from the standard MAC site with my PRO card, or can I only use it on the MACPRO site to receive my discount? Reason being, I've noticed some colors/items are available on the regular site but not on the PRO site...odd...I'm sure I can call to place my order for everything, but sometimes it's easier just to browse for what I need when I am stuck at my desk on some days, lol! Anyone know though?

You may only order from the PRO site if you want your discount. There in no place to input your pro number on the regular site.

 

[fairylite100]

Does MAC actually check your references by calling them? I gave a work ref letter and my supervisor said he would talk to them no problem. But I was just wondering if they would actually be calling him or if his signed letter was enough?

 

[X4biddenxLustX]

I know I asked this same question in the other MAC Pro membership thread but Idk if that was the right place to post or what.

But I've been doing makeup for friends and other people for like forever now it seems. I'll do their makeup for special events like dances or a big night out. I really enjoy doing it and want to expand it out to maybe freelancing soon after I have some more funds to buy supplies. I'm also going to be working for a store as a beauty advisor so I figure makeup is going to be a big part of my job.

So I was wondering if I'd be able to get a membership cause of that?

 

[X4biddenxLustX]

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Originally Posted by fairylite100 Does MAC actually check your references by calling them? I gave a work ref letter and my supervisor said he would talk to them no problem. But I was just wondering if they would actually be calling him or if his signed letter was enough?

I was thinking the same thing also. Cause if I'm able to apply for it I'll have people like my friends who I have done makeup for write me a letter of recommendation. But the thing is that not all of them regularly answer their cell phones all the time due to work or school. I'm just worried that MAC might think it's a phony letter or something if no one picks up.

 

[blindpassion]

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Originally Posted by X4biddenxLustX I was thinking the same thing also. Cause if I'm able to apply for it I'll have people like my friends who I have done makeup for write me a letter of recommendation. But the thing is that not all of them regularly answer their cell phones all the time due to work or school. I'm just worried that MAC might think it's a phony letter or something if no one picks up.

As far as I know, your letter of recommendation cannot be from a client, it needs to be from an employer that you worked under doing make-up. (aka a photography studio that you worked for on a contract, or a makeup company that you worked for as an artist).

 

[X4biddenxLustX]

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Originally Posted by blindpassion As far as I know, your letter of recommendation cannot be from a client, it needs to be from an employer that you worked under doing make-up. (aka a photography studio that you worked for on a contract, or a makeup company that you worked for as an artist).

Thanks for clearing that up.

If eventually I do start doing Freelance work how would I go about applying for the membership. Like what forms of proof could I use to submit to them?

 

[blindpassion]

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Originally Posted by X4biddenxLustX Thanks for clearing that up. If eventually I do start doing Freelance work how would I go about applying for the membership. Like what forms of proof could I use to submit to them?

Well, for example, what I sent in was: my business card (it needs to be a professionally printed card, not just one you made from home on your computer), a letter of recommendation I have in my portfolio from a photography studio that I did makeup for, and a photo of my work from a photography studio with my name credited on it.

If you go to the MAC PRO website there is a list of things you can possibly send in.

 

[fairylite100]

I'm sure this has been asked before but I'm having trouble finding the answer...can you use your discount on limited edition items if they are in regular packaging (unlike HK for instance) or is it only good for regular perm colors & products? tia!

 

[X4biddenxLustX]

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Originally Posted by blindpassion Well, for example, what I sent in was: my business card (it needs to be a professionally printed card, not just one you made from home on your computer), a letter of recommendation I have in my portfolio from a photography studio that I did makeup for, and a photo of my work from a photography studio with my name credited on it. If you go to the MAC PRO website there is a list of things you can possibly send in.

Thanks again!

 

[LostinBubbles]

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Originally Posted by fairylite100 I'm sure this has been asked before but I'm having trouble finding the answer...can you use your discount on limited edition items if they are in regular packaging (unlike HK for instance) or is it only good for regular perm colors & products? tia!

Can't use it for LE collections that have different/decorative packaging from the perm line...sometimes they will drop this before they discontinue a collection all together, but at release, no discount. Can't be used for Hello Kitty or Kouture or Style Warriors since these are all LE release packaging.

 

[Ruby_Woo]

Ok Im hoping that this post will help out people STILL wondering what to send in.

The MAC Pro discount is intended for industry professionals only. That could be if you're a licensed : Cosmetologist, Nail technician, barber or Aesthetician. This means you went to school for one of these trades, graduated took your state board and passed.

Other professions that qualify are : photographers, and professional models.

Now, for the Makeup Artist discount, this means that you are an established working makeup artist. Not that you do makeup for your friends, for your neighbors, or that you want to start being one. It means that you already are.
They do not accept letters of references from "customers"

Professional Criteria only, which is:
-Tear sheet
-Call sheet
-Comp Card
-business cards
-Union Card
-Makeup school certificate

and you have to send 2 of the mentioned above (in addition w/ a copy of your state issued ID.)

I am trying to clarify this because I have seen alot of posts saying " I have done makeup for this, or my neighbor wants me to do this makeup" that doen not make you a makeup artist. Just like me rubbing alcohol on someone does not make me a nurse/doctor.

This discount is intented for those who need this for their kits. Not for people who want to pay less for MAC just because.

I know that pro card fraud is abundant, but if we can please stop it, we should at least try, as it does affect those of us who make a living out of this.

Now this is what your envelope should contain when you want to send it in:

-Copy of your ID (this is not valid as proof of profession)
-Check for $35 made out to MAC COSMETICS
-2 proofs of profession
*Copy of Licence (aestheticia/nail tech/ cosmetologist/barber)
*business card
*tear sheet
*Call sheet
*comp card
*Union Card
any variation as long as its 2.

and thats it.

for Models:
Your Head shots and resume.
(Resume is for models/photograhers ONLY, any other profession needs the proofs mentioned above)

Photographers:
-business cards
and Proof of employment either from a studio or resume if you freelance.

I hope this clears things up, as this is pretty much the requirements that are needed for a member application, I worked at Pro and dealt with applicants all the time.

I am hoping I can make the process easier here, for the Pro's wanting to apply.