MAC - Neo Sci-fi, Solar Field, And Future Earth Discussion

[damsel]

Re: Neo Sci-fi, Solar Field, And Future Earth

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Originally Posted by patty0411 So, I am REALLLLLLLY considering Black Ore. I really want it, it seems like a pretty color. So, should I????? hahaha... Any suggestions? Cons and Pros about the product? Thanks!

i say get it!
pros: it's gorgeous, not very dupe-able, it's highly pigmented so you only need a small amount
cons: may have fallout. this can be rectified by using it wet/crushing the bits before applying

 

[erine1881]

Re: Neo Sci-fi, Solar Field, And Future Earth

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Originally Posted by damsel cons: may have fallout. this can be rectified by using it wet/crushing the bits before applying

or by doing your eyes first, and removing any fallout before doing your face.

 

[allThingsGirl]

Re: Neo Sci-fi, Solar Field, And Future Earth

I ended up with Black Ore, Bronzescape, and Femme-fi....but after reading these posts, I may have to go back and grab Magnetic Fields too!

I love Black Ore....I can see why it's sold out places. I also ended up grabbing the last Bronzescape at my counter too. I think if I had to choose one, it would be Black Ore though.

 

[musicislove05]

Re: Neo Sci-fi, Solar Field, And Future Earth

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Originally Posted by erine1881 its not better, just different. like fix+, it moisturizes, and can be used after cleansing and before moisturizer, before and after makeup, and thruout the day to refreshen your makeup. the main difference between the revitalizing CW and fix+ is that the RCW is ionically charged water that is soaked in brazilian diamonds, which helps to restore minerals into the skin, and penetrates deeper into the skin than fix+ does. fix+ is used in the same manner, but is just spring water with added vitamins and antioxidants like green tea and vitamin e. it also helps to calm the skin because of the cucumber and chamomile, and helps protect the skin with caffeine and green tea. so basically, the CW restores certain elements into the skin (depending on which CW-there's 3 different ones), and fix+ is gonna calm and protect.

wow, thank you so much for the information. so in your opinion, which is better? is it worth keeping the charged water since the fix+ is permanent? btw, i got the revitalizing energy from the future earth collection.

 

[cocodivatime]

Re: Neo Sci-fi, Solar Field, And Future Earth

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Originally Posted by cocodivatime I went to pick up Black Ore solar bits after reading here how much everyone loves it. The MA was extremely negative and totally turned me off. She said how much she disliked the product and that they didnt stay on, and blah blah. She said the only way to possibly make them work is with a paint as a base. I asked about a shadestick and she said no. Well thats bull because an MA did my eyes over the weekend with the scatterrays solar bits and used a shadestick as a base. It was nice. It did have some fallout but I hate when MA's try to talk me out of something. I was so annoyed. I bought one anyway because I wanted to try it myself. Does anyone have any tips for how to wear it? It seems pretty dark and I'm assuming it a color that goes best in the outer crease. I'd love to hear how everyone is using it so far.

Anyone? I looked at it last might after i got home and I don't know where to start?

 

[CantAffordMAC]

Re: Neo Sci-fi, Solar Field, And Future Earth

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Originally Posted by musicislove05 I was gonna get Fix+ today, but the MA there said i should jus go with the charged water instead since they exactly like fix+ but only better because of all the minerals. is this true?

Personally, I like charged water better. But thats just me.

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Originally Posted by erine1881 its not better, just different. like fix+, it moisturizes, and can be used after cleansing and before moisturizer, before and after makeup, and thruout the day to refreshen your makeup. the main difference between the revitalizing CW and fix+ is that the RCW is ionically charged water that is soaked in brazilian diamonds, which helps to restore minerals into the skin, and penetrates deeper into the skin than fix+ does. fix+ is used in the same manner, but is just spring water with added vitamins and antioxidants like green tea and vitamin e. it also helps to calm the skin because of the cucumber and chamomile, and helps protect the skin with caffeine and green tea. so basically, the CW restores certain elements into the skin (depending on which CW-there's 3 different ones), and fix+ is gonna calm and protect.

Hey Erine...I got the renewal defense charged water (which I like a lot so far)....but is it LE? My MA said it wasn't, but i can't find it on the website?

 

[xoleaxo]

Re: Neo Sci-fi, Solar Field, And Future Earth

since we're kinda on the topic of charged water and fix+, does anyone else notice that fix+ makes you really shiny/oily after a while? i noticed that my skin fares better without it.. should i switch to charged water?

back on topic.. i just bought the lip refinisher.. i'm kinda disappointed in it. my lips feel the same and still have dry skin in some places. i think i'll try putting more of the black/rough side next time.

 

[Colorqueen]

Black Ore Solar Bits Experiences

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Originally Posted by patty0411 So, I am REALLLLLLLY considering Black Ore. I really want it, it seems like a pretty color. So, should I????? hahaha... Any suggestions? Cons and Pros about the product? Thanks!

Okay, here is my take on Black Ore- from the mad scientist of color and pigments.

As for being dupeable, yes you can come close to it- but not exactly. The closest of anything out there (and believe me I have been experimenting with all kinds of stuff) is Too Faced Shadow Insurance underneath Too Faced Galaxy Glams in Shooting Star.

Here is a photo of the comparison

Now, to use them, I also experimented a lot with them, and this is the best way to use Black Ore that I have found yet.

Get a 242 brush and dampen with water or mixing medium.

Put a good base on lid (Too Faced Shadow Insurance gave the very best results out of all that I tried).

Take the top off of container and dab the tip of the brush lightly on the plastic liner (bottom side) to get a granule of product.

Using the top lid, brush the brush back and forth a few times to work the product up into the brush.

Smooth onto lid, blending well.

I find that I had to do this a few times for full coverage.

I found a few things to combine it with that are lovely- and just today I put Night Light pigment with it which looked very opulent.

The Solar Bits stayed on me all day and through exercising and everyting- and did not crease or fade- even with light watery eyes.

I had no fallout using that method of application either.

Hope that helps!

This stuff has an extra punch over even the dupe that I made of it. It is very rich looking and definitely worth having for special occasions and that extra something that most other shadows/pigments do not have.

It also goes well with Reflects Gold (the sheer gold one- not the antique or opaque one).

 

[panther27]

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So my MA called me today to let me know that VAE had come in!!Yay!!She also told me that they only got SIX of them in.She is holding one for me and I am so excited

I wonder if anybody else only got a limited amount of those in?

 

[elegant-one]

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I just received my VAE order.

WOW...made my skin incredibly soft!!! It also appears to clear out the pores. It did make my skin just a tad dry, but nothing a little moisturizer couldn't fix.
A little bit goes a very long way, making it a bargain at $19.00 for an exfoliator. Now I'll have to use it a little while to see how my skin reacts to it.

 

[GlossyAbby]

Re: Neo Sci-fi, Solar Field, And Future Earth

oh man now im tempted to run and buy black ore

 

[xoxprincessx0x]

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How often should the VAE be used? I read a magazine that said consistent use of facial exfoliators is bad for the skin.

 

[newagetomatoz]

Re: Neo Sci-fi, Solar Field, And Future Earth

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Originally Posted by CantAffordMAC Personally, I like charged water better. But thats just me. Hey Erine...I got the renewal defense charged water (which I like a lot so far)....but is it LE? My MA said it wasn't, but i can't find it on the website?

If you go on the website then to products, then to skincare, over to fixers, it should be there.

Here's the link for you!:
MAC Cosmetics | Fixers

 

[elegant-one]

Re: Neo Sci-fi, Solar Field, And Future Earth

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Originally Posted by xoxprincessx0x How often should the VAE be used? I read a magazine that said consistent use of facial exfoliators is bad for the skin.

Well, the VAE MAC box says 1-3 times a week. Honestly, I only use mine 1 a week maybe 2 sometimes. Depends on if I remember

Erine can give further details on recommendations for usage

 

[damsel]

Re: Neo Sci-fi, Solar Field, And Future Earth

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Originally Posted by cocodivatime Anyone? I looked at it last might after i got home and I don't know where to start?

yes, it can be used in the crease. i've used it w/ magnetic fields and time & space. i feel as though it can be used w/ a wide variety of colors. you can also use it on the lid for a smokey eye. it's quite versatile.

 

[Julie5]

Re: Neo Sci-fi, Solar Field, And Future Earth

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Originally Posted by glam8babe would x-rocks be too dark for NW20 - NW25?

I wear that shade and it was not to dark. I really like it alot. I have wore it a couple of times already. Really pretty

 

[te.amo.mac]

Re: Neo Sci-fi, Solar Field, And Future Earth

anyone know of any free standing MAC stores that still have Black Ore available? please PM so i can give them a call and order! not a CP just all of my local stores are out and i want it, thx for the info ladies

 

[erine1881]

Re: Neo Sci-fi, Solar Field, And Future Earth

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Originally Posted by musicislove05 wow, thank you so much for the information. so in your opinion, which is better? is it worth keeping the charged water since the fix+ is permanent? btw, i got the revitalizing energy from the future earth collection.

if you like the smell of it, keep the CW. since they are the same in use, just different ingredients and a few extra uses with the CW, use the CW and replace it with fix+ when you're finished with it.

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Originally Posted by CantAffordMAC Personally, I like charged water better. But thats just me. Hey Erine...I got the renewal defense charged water (which I like a lot so far)....but is it LE? My MA said it wasn't, but i can't find it on the website?

the renewal defense is the orange one, and yes, its LE, as well as the other CWs. they were first released in january last year in asia, and are permanent there, but not perm here. right now the revitalizing is the only one available.

i like the renewal defense for this time of year, especially after you've been out in the sun. it helps protect you against the environment, so last year after i got sunburned i used it and it made my skin feel better (tho it still hurt since i got burned something BAD).

each CW has its own specific/different purpose than each other, as well as fix+, but can all be used the same way. i didn't like youth aura cause of the smell, but i like the other two CWs.

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Originally Posted by xoxprincessx0x How often should the VAE be used? I read a magazine that said consistent use of facial exfoliators is bad for the skin.

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Originally Posted by elegant-one Well, the VAE MAC box says 1-3 times a week. Honestly, I only use mine 1 a week maybe 2 sometimes. Depends on if I remember Erine can give further details on recommendations for usage

it can be used 1-3 times a week, but shouldn't be used more than that. too much exfoliation, no matter what type of skin you have, can do more harm than good.

 

[HOTasFCUK]

Re: Neo Sci-fi, Solar Field, And Future Earth

My solar bits came in the mail today and.......WOW!!!! I really love them! I noticed with Scatterays & Sunpower you can see the tiny little balls of pigment bits but it wasn't too noticable with Bronzescape & Black Ore! The pots look like the tendertone pots and yes, they seem to be only half filled & i'm debating if i should buy back-ups just "in case"! I'm yet to apply them on yet but i really like them & i will make them work!!!

 

[CantAffordMAC]

Re: Neo Sci-fi, Solar Field, And Future Earth

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Originally Posted by xoleaxo since we're kinda on the topic of charged water and fix+, does anyone else notice that fix+ makes you really shiny/oily after a while? i noticed that my skin fares better without it.. should i switch to charged water? back on topic.. i just bought the lip refinisher.. i'm kinda disappointed in it. my lips feel the same and still have dry skin in some places. i think i'll try putting more of the black/rough side next time.

I haven't noticed it about fix+..but I dont even reach for my fix+ anymore. just doesnt...do anything for me? At least the charged waters smell yummy

and I felt like that before about the lip refinisher too. But like you said.....I'd try:rub both on your lips at the same time...then only the exfoliating side...then some more of the conditioning side. Also, like someone else mentioned...I think it takes a few uses to really get the exfoliating side to work. I effing love this stuff man. Seriously.

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Originally Posted by newagetomatoz If you go on the website then to products, then to skincare, over to fixers, it should be there. Here's the link for you!: MAC Cosmetics | Fixers

Yeah..they only had the revitalizing one..thanks though

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Originally Posted by erine1881 if you like the smell of it, keep the CW. since they are the same in use, just different ingredients and a few extra uses with the CW, use the CW and replace it with fix+ when you're finished with it. the renewal defense is the orange one, and yes, its LE, as well as the other CWs. they were first released in january last year in asia, and are permanent there, but not perm here. right now the revitalizing is the only one available. i like the renewal defense for this time of year, especially after you've been out in the sun. it helps protect you against the environment, so last year after i got sunburned i used it and it made my skin feel better (tho it still hurt since i got burned something BAD). each CW has its own specific/different purpose than each other, as well as fix+, but can all be used the same way. i didn't like youth aura cause of the smell, but i like the other two CWs.

Cool beans, thanks. Maybe they dont move much of this at my store, so they have a lot available, and he got confused or something. Either way...I'm liking it