MAC - To The Beach Discussion

[Barbie-gone-bad]

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Originally Posted by elegant-one I was tired last night that I forgot... Beachbound had hardly any color on me at all. Firecracker was such a beautiful pink orange in the pot, but on me skin it was more orange. Still pretty but I wanted some pink in it. I was wondering if I should've gotten hothothot? My MA & I both thought that the nail polish would have been awesome the same color as the eyeshadow pots.

I love Hot Hot Hot, I am pretty sure you still can pick it up, all the MAC stores and counters still have it near me

 

[InspiredBlue]

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Originally Posted by Karen_B Oh no, you are tempting me to go back and buy stuff, now that I see how good everything looks on you! BTW, did you go to Åhlens City? I was there yesterday around lunchtime and they had both TTB and PAP up, but then I swung by NK for another matter and they had neither collections. Hopefully Thrills l/s will land at NK or PUB, because I want to check it out, too!

Thank you!

Yes, I went to Åhléns, since I saw their shipment on Friday and thus knew they had gotten their stock. I know that there have been some issues with the deliveries, so PUB will hopefully get theirs on Monday. The funny thing is that I actually didn't even notice the PaP display, since I was so focused on TtB. I went by PUB later to chat with the MA there and she asked me if Åhléns had PaP out, and I had absolutely no idea what to tell her.

Part of me wanted to go back, but really, I am happy with my lovely TtB things.

 

[LMD84]

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Originally Posted by purrtykitty Yep, that was me! I tried peppermint extract, and that doesn't work. The oil holds the scent much better and works with the gloss. I'm pretty sure you could use any scented oil, I just picked peppermint since it's a stronger scent, edible, and is pleasing on the lips. I didn't want some strangely flavored gloss, lol!

hee hee! imagine like lavender gloss flavour or something!

 

[Barbie-gone-bad]

How does Make up forever's: Bright Orange 17C lip pencil compare to Tempature rising?

 

[mac_aiken]

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Originally Posted by Barbie-gone-bad How does Make up forever's: Bright Orange 17C lip pencil compare to Tempature rising?

I have that one and I would say if you have that you can skip Temperature Rising plus I like the wear of the MUFE pencil better. HTH.

 

[Karen_B]

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Originally Posted by InspiredBlue Thank you! Yes, I went to Åhléns, since I saw their shipment on Friday and thus knew they had gotten their stock. I know that there have been some issues with the deliveries, so PUB will hopefully get theirs on Monday. The funny thing is that I actually didn't even notice the PaP display, since I was so focused on TtB. I went by PUB later to chat with the MA there and she asked me if Åhléns had PaP out, and I had absolutely no idea what to tell her. Part of me wanted to go back, but really, I am happy with my lovely TtB things.

They hadn't got the display for PaP at Åhlens yet, so they had just put up the items near the lipstick stand, it was very secret

I had to ask for it especially since the reason I went there was to get my PaP fix.

 

[lenchen]

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Originally Posted by elegant-one Just got back from checking out To the Beach First of all, As soon as I swatched TTB Hipness I told the MA that the color was NOT the same as Hipness from Fafi - she totally agreed & was glad that someone else noticed. Fafi Hipness is more coral & a lil more shimmer better texture. The Beach Hipness is more chalky/lighter/carnation pink coral. Now maybe its different with different batches - but the one I swatched is def. different. And, I was one of the first to swatch from the container. I loved the collection more in person. Lazy Days - light to med. blue pink with tones of rose & lavender. I loved this so much I'm getting 2 Splashing is beautiful - strong pigmented blue pink with the same lavender undertones. Even though I have tons of bright pink lg - this one seemed different enough to me & I loved that it was really pigmented. Easy Lounger - beautiful shimmery pale kinda peachy pink ( yeah Audrey, this one is for you!) Flurry of Fun - beautiful pale orange-ish peach with delicious shimmer Lifes a Breeze - I loved this med blue pink lip pencil A LOT! Temperature Rising - this one surprised me - if you put it on strong, its def. bright orange, but when I sheered it out it was a lovely kinda coral & I really liked it that way. Marine Life imo is Divine! Very Pigmented & I adored both the pink & the coral colors & loved them swirled together. More coral than Hipness but still a pinky wearable coral. I'm getting 2 I loved it so much. I would get this over Hipness from this collection. The cream bronzers are lovely both in color & in texture. I used the lighter Beach Bronze which when I first put it on looked too dark, but when I smoothed it on the skin it was beautiful & the softest silky velvet almost no feel on the skin texture. Wonderful! Sun & Sand - I was disappointed when I first swatched it because I wanted more peachy color to it, but then the MA put it on me in the crease of my eyes - Ohmygosh - I LOVED it on. I was wearing guilded ash (love) and she put it above it in the crease & slightly above. A must have for me. It really made my eye color pop. It is different than Tete-a-tint The other blues were pigmented bright & pretty. I didn't swatch anything else. I also bought the Opulash Mascara will try it this week & let ya know. Oh, & I got white capri skinny jeans & a floppy straw hat with a big straw bow on it EDIT: The Special Packaging is Adorable!

Thanks for the review, I think I'll go ahead and get the Marine Launch

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Originally Posted by InspiredBlue I got my To the Beach haul today! I got: Eye Shadow: Sweet & Punchy, Sand & Sun, Firecracker Lipglass: Flurry of Fun Eye Kohl: Float on By Cream Bronzer: Beach Bronze I orginially had Funbathing on my list, but it just didn't wow me in person. Instead the cream bronzer convinced me to take it home. I also want Thrills, but they hadn't gotten it in their delivery, so I hope it turns up soon. Here's a quick Photobooth shot of me wearing Firecracker and Sand & Sun (to show any other pale blonds that have been hesitant), and my stuff: I am also wearing Flurry of Fun lipglass - the teal shimmer is soo pretty - and Hipness and Beach Bronze, but the last two aren't exactly visible in this shot. It was great going to the counter an hour before closing on a Sunday - not a single person there and two MA's to help me.

great haul!

 

[LMD84]

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Originally Posted by InspiredBlue I got my To the Beach haul today! I got: Eye Shadow: Sweet & Punchy, Sand & Sun, Firecracker Lipglass: Flurry of Fun Eye Kohl: Float on By Cream Bronzer: Beach Bronze I orginially had Funbathing on my list, but it just didn't wow me in person. Instead the cream bronzer convinced me to take it home. I also want Thrills, but they hadn't gotten it in their delivery, so I hope it turns up soon. Here's a quick Photobooth shot of me wearing Firecracker and Sand & Sun (to show any other pale blonds that have been hesitant), and my stuff: I am also wearing Flurry of Fun lipglass - the teal shimmer is soo pretty - and Hipness and Beach Bronze, but the last two aren't exactly visible in this shot. It was great going to the counter an hour before closing on a Sunday - not a single person there and two MA's to help me.

ooohh you look so pretty! the colours really suit you! and great haul!

 

[purrtykitty]

So pretty, InspiredBlue! Thank goodness most of your look is already on my list!

 

[_tiffany]

I just RSVPed to the sneak peek, which starts at 7:00 but the earliest time they had was 8:30. I really want Marine Life, do you guys think it will be sold out by then or can I call them before going to make sure they have some in stock? T.I.A.

 

[PinkBasset]

InspiredBlue - I love how your eyes look super blue with those shades! Very pretty! If I had those blue eyes I would run and get Firecracker but I'm afraid with my light brown ones it would turn me something not so pretty!

I have to stop by at my counter next week if they have received the missing items. I want my lipliner!!!

 

[Barbie-gone-bad]

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Originally Posted by _tiffany I just RSVPed to the sneak peek, which starts at 7:00 but the earliest time they had was 8:30. I really want Marine Life, do you guys think it will be sold out by then or can I call them before going to make sure they have some in stock? T.I.A.

I think they'll still have Marine Life by then

What lustre drops fo you guys think would suit me better?...I am NW20, but a little on the cool side aswell.

 

[Flaminbird]

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Originally Posted by Barbie-gone-bad I don't have Marine Life yet, but after seeing the swatchs of Marine life, the two look nothing a like. Nuance is sheerer and is a orange peach, where Marine Life is a red/pinky coral and looks very pigmented. I wonddering the same, I am pale and afarid it might just turn red on me. It sucks, because its going to sell out fast so I might buy it first, then ask a Ma to try it on...just so if I like, I'll get it

Thank you

. I think I'll do the same as you....see how it looks, buy it then return it if I decide it doesnt look good on me. I did that with Ripe Peach because in the store it looked pretty but the next day in the daylight it looked ghastly

 

[InspiredBlue]

When the MA applied Hipness on me today, it really made me wonder if I wear way too much blush?

She put such a light light dusting of it on me that I could hardly see it, much less decide if it was different from colors I have.

Money saved, I guess.

 

[kiss]

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Originally Posted by coachkitten I can't stand how packed in everyone gets. I am in the first group and I am literally going to grab a MA, tell her my list, stand in line (with a cocktail ), and leave.

ahhhhhh I hate crowds! I am in the third group since I signed up so late, I hope my goodies don't get sold out before I get my hands on them. They usually have a decent stock at preview parties right?

Btw, does anyone know if they check your id at the door since they serve cocktails? Not that I am underage or anything lol.



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Originally Posted by kpenn For me, the shimmer was really noticeable because it was much darker than my natural skintone. I suppose from a distance it would add an overall shine, though, particularly if you are have a darker complexion or tan in the summer. It would definitely be pretty in sunlight.

I think I am going to skip it. Like you said, I am sure there are equal or better dupes out there for half the price. Id rather get a shimmer lotion/oil that smells nice.

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Originally Posted by clslvr6spd Well I am going to call my local Nordies & take off FOB my pre-order list, I really just don't NEED another blue/teal eyeliner,

Yeah, I think I am going to skip it too. I have a few teal liners and would rather save my money for shoes.

Is lazy day really lavender? It doesn't look like it on pics. I want too see Thrills on a cool-toned fair person! ;P

 

[kiss]

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Originally Posted by InspiredBlue When the MA applied Hipness on me today, it really made me wonder if I wear way too much blush? She put such a light light dusting of it on me that I could hardly see it, much less decide if it was different from colors I have. Money saved, I guess.

lol I would demand more blush. I always demand more blush.

 

[ILoveMakeup84]

I hate that we don't have a MAC here! I think I'll have to ask someone for a CP! I really want the Marine Life High-Light, Refined Golden Bronzer and Temperature Rising Lip pencil for my mom who has been looking for a true orange lip pencil for ages!! Can someone help me?

 

[Notorious19]

Anyone know how Sweet and Punchy compares to the green side of the Nars Rated R duo?

 

[InspiredBlue]

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Originally Posted by Notorious19 Anyone know how Sweet and Punchy compares to the green side of the Nars Rated R duo?

As far as I can remember, Nars' Rated R was pretty close to MAC's Rated R, and MAC's Rated R is pretty close to Sweet and Punchy.

 

[elegant-one]

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Originally Posted by kiss Is lazy day really lavender? It doesn't look like it on pics. I want too see Thrills on a cool-toned fair person! ;P

No not at all, but there are slight lavender on the purple side undertones to it - like its not straight up pink pink. Unless the lighting was really bad.