paint pots 101

[xoleaxo]

forgive me if this has been discussed already, but i couldn't find anything when i searched..

how do you use paint pots? i know you can use them as eyeshadows but what about when people use them as bases to make colors pop? how do you know what paint pots to use with what eyeshadows? what are the best PPs to get?

i'm thinking about buying some paint pots to experiment with but any help would be appreciated too! thanks!!

 

[MACATTAK]

I use paint pots mainly as bases. I use them with the same colors that the paint pots are, but sometimes even switch it up. For example I tried Fresco Rose with a brown shadow on top today & it looked amazing! My favorites are Fresco Rose, Indianwood, Greenstroke, and Moss Scape. Just experiment with them!

 

[Mandypaul]

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Originally Posted by MACATTAK I use paint pots mainly as bases. I use them with the same colors that the paint pots are, but sometimes even switch it up. For example I tried Fresco Rose with a brown shadow on top today & it looked amazing! My favorites are Fresco Rose, Indianwood, Greenstroke, and Moss Scape. Just experiment with them!

Thanks for the suggestion of using fresco rose with a brown shadow, i will have to try that tonight

 

[Susanne]

I apply my PPs with MAC brush 231 and I use them as an eye shadow. My favourites are Delft, Otherwordly and Moss Scape. From Fafi I want Rollickin', Nice Vice and Girl Friendly. I like bright colors as eye shadows and the PPs last very long!

 

[MAC_Whore]

A search of the words Paint Pot in MAC Chat brought up the following responses:

Paint Pots-Understanding the Use

Texture of Paint Pots

How to Sanitize Paint Pots

Paints, paint pots, and shade sticks . . .

New to Paint Pots - Bare Study Question

Did anyone purchase any Paint Pots??

paint pots as a base.

Please feel free to append one of the existing threads with Paint Pot questions.

For recommendations on the best colours, please post a question in the Recommendations forum.

 

[coconuts04963]

Paint Pot application help needed

I just recently got my first paintpot (constructivist), and I tried to put it on my lid with my finger, and it seemed to dry before I could blend it. Does anyone have any tips on how you may apply this product or to make it easier? Thanks

 

[cocodivatime]

Re: Paint Pot application help needed

Some paint post are more creamy than others. I've found that some i can apply with my finger and others i have to use a brush.

Try to use a flat brush to apply and see if you have better luck. i use the 242 brush for paint pot application

Good luck

 

[MacArtist]

Re: Paint Pot application help needed

Try using a 224 for paints and paintpots, it's what I use consistently. Just dip the brush in and swirl.

 

[macedout]

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i use 252 brush to spread p/p on. and everytime i deviate from this it comes out like sh**, so i always go back to the 252!

 

[NicksWifey]

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I agree, some paint pots are creamier than others. In my experience, my lighter colored paint pots are creamier than my darker colored ones.
Although applying with my fingers doesn't take much time, I always prefer to apply the paint pots with a brush. I usually use the #194 concealer brush as I find it really easy to work with.

 

[cocodivatime]

Re: Paint Pot application help needed

I have to add that at first i didnt not like my paintetly paint pot. I only applied it with the 242 brush and I'm not sure that happened but maybe the appiication was too thick. And I'm a WOC so having pasty white eyelids was not flattering on me

But then I tried it once day with my finger and it looked great. With my finger i wass able to apply a thin wash of the paint pot and i was able to achieve the look i wanted.

 

[miss_bailey]

Re: Paint Pot application help needed

I use a mixture of my finger and the 252 brush, but I think it's really personal prefrence and using what works for you. I've never had them "dry up" on me as you described but maybe you could try warming the paint pot up in your hand a little bit before you go to apply it.

 

[HeavenLeiBlu]

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I use a concealer brush

 

[TDoll]

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This may sound super weird...but it's true....I kind of discovered this accidentally.
Whenever I get a new paint pot, some of them can do this and are hard to apply and just don't blend well...even with a brush. (I always prefer my fingers when using paint pots though) Constructivist being one that has this problem with me as well. ANYWAY... I store all my paint pots upside down. So I would use the paint pot, have a hard time with it *curses*, store it upside down, reach for it a few weeks later...and VOILA....easily blends.
I've heard storing them upside down keeps them from drying out and separating from the edges b/c the moisture goes to the top b/c it's upside down. This happened with my Blackground and Pharaoh and some others I forgot. But most recently with my Constructivist also. When I first got Pharaoh it was pretty much unusable. Now, it's great.
So try storing them upside down!

 

[pennybeau]

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Originally Posted by TDoll ...ANYWAY... I store all my paint pots upside down. So I would use the paint pot, have a hard time with it *curses*, store it upside down, reach for it a few weeks later...and VOILA....easily blends. I've heard storing them upside down keeps them from drying out and separating from the edges b/c the moisture goes to the top b/c it's upside down...

Thanks TDoll I'm totally going to have to try that. :]

When I apply my paintpots I like to use my ring finger. I think the heat really helps in giving a smoother application. I've tried using a brush but it just didn't look right. But this is just my experience. :] But if you're more comfortable in using a brush than your finger I would go with a concealer brush or a dense brush like the 242, and then maybe a fluffier brush to blend. HTH! :]

 

[pumpkincat210]

Re: Paint Pot application help needed

I use the 252 or 217 for some paintpots. I've also found on some of my paint pots the first layer is a bit dryer than the underlying product. swirl your finger or brush around in it a little more and see if that helps.

 

[Susanne]

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I use the 231 for applying Paint Pots or my fingers.

 

[rocking chick]

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I use my fingers too for applying paint pot. For painterly paint pot, I have to remove the top layer first before application. As the top layer of painterly is very dry. Wherelse for Nice Vice, there are no problem at all.

 

[a_star]

Re: Paint Pot application help needed

I usually use the 252 brush to apply it on my lids then use my fingers to blend it out. Or you can just use your clean fingers to start.

 

[FiestyFemme]

Re: Paint Pot application help needed

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Originally Posted by pumpkincat210 I use the 252 or 217 for some paintpots. I've also found on some of my paint pots the first layer is a bit dryer than the underlying product. swirl your finger or brush around in it a little more and see if that helps.