Pigment tips - Uses, Brushes and Application Techniques

[erine1881]

Re: Pigment tips

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Originally Posted by purrtykitty I thought that the Water-Based MM was on the reg. MAC site for a while...I ordered mine through there.

it used to be on there. everyone was excited cause it didn't have the ToD next to it, so they thought it was perm. it was just a glitch, cause its no longer on there.

 

[palatial]

Re: Pigment tips

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Originally Posted by erine1881 no. its a pro only item. you can call a pro store nearest you and have them ship it, or you can call 1-800-387-6707 and order it. check out macpro.com to see the different types of mixing mediums they carry. you won't be able to order from that site if you aren't a pro member, but you can get all those products thru the #800.

is it available at freestanding stores?

 

[V2LUCKY]

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Originally Posted by palatial is it available at freestanding stores?

no PRO only. (IIRC)

 

[erine1881]

Re: Pigment tips

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Originally Posted by palatial is it available at freestanding stores?

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Originally Posted by V2LUCKY no PRO only. (IIRC)

you're right v2lucky. they are pro only. pro stores or the #800.

 

[SkylarV217]

Re: Pigment tips

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Originally Posted by MACATTAK Just put on your base & let it dry/set for a minute or so. Then what I do is get my brush, dip it in my mixing medium (if it's too wet, wipe a little on a tissue) then I dip my brush into the pigment lid. You only need a small amount, so get very little & build up if necessary! Have fun! There are so many uses (depending on color of course), blush, mix in lip gloss, mix in nail polish, mix together for your own shade etc!

What is a mixing medium ? And what are some good ones ?

 

[MACATTAK]

Re: Pigment tips

You can buy a mixing medium at Mac Pro, or make your own with 3 parts water to 1 part glycerin. Visine, Saline, or regular water will do the trick too.

 

[Obreathemykiss]

Re: Pigment tips

I suggest making your own. It's so easy and cost effective. You just mix a little at one time otherwise it expires, though. EnKore has a video on youtube how to do it. Basically he gets a water bottle, pours 1 cap glycerin, 3 caps water. So easy! I don't know how it compares to the real stuff though, sorry. I bet the real stuff is better, but this saves $$$!!!

 

[Obreathemykiss]

Re: Pigment tips

Mixing medium basically turns your pigments into drama. It makes the color stand out, adhere better, turn it into liner, etc etc. You just dampen your brush...not wet, dampen and apply! I'm sure there's 1,000 other uses for it.

 

[SkylarV217]

Re: Pigment tips

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Originally Posted by Obreathemykiss I suggest making your own. It's so easy and cost effective. You just mix a little at one time otherwise it expires, though. EnKore has a video on youtube how to do it. Basically he gets a water bottle, pours 1 cap glycerin, 3 caps water. So easy! I don't know how it compares to the real stuff though, sorry. I bet the real stuff is better, but this saves $$$!!!

Where would you buy glycerin ?

 

[HeavenLeiBlu]

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Originally Posted by SkylarV217 Where would you buy glycerin ?

1.Pharmacies usually have them in the Laxative section, or you can ask for it from behind the phramacist counter if it isn't out on the shelf.
2. Walmart has it in the laxative section.
3. Health food stores usually have it in the essential oil or skincare section.
4. Art supplies usually have it near the brush and paint accessories.


Hope that helps.

 

[Kelly!]

Pigment - How do you use it?

Hey,

I just bought my first pigment today - lovely lilly and I was wondering if you use them just like shadows. Like, can you put them over painterly?

thanks!

 

[Tsunami Rose]

Re: Pigment

Some are not to be used on anything but the eyes.

But yes, you wear them just like eyeshadows.

I love pigments.

 

[Kelly!]

Re: Pigment

but can you use it with paint pots?

 

[hollyberry84]

Re: Pigment

You can wear them with painterly but I dont think it sticks enough. I use a little bit of fix+ or even a little bit of vasaline. Then pat it directly to the area you want the pigment. I love pigments!!!

 

[contrabassoon]

Re: Pigment

Pigments work on top of any paints or paint pots! They're just like loose powder eye shadows.

 

[stephy_hui]

Re: Pigment

just wet (damp) ur brush with some mixing medium or even water, then dip ur brush into the pigment (not into the whole jar but rather put some on the lid), then apply it to ur eyes!

 

[makeupobsessed]

holding pigments

Hi everyone.

Hope everyone had a good xmas.
I dont really use pigments(shock for some of you i know)& only have 3 cornflower,melon & dark soul.
I have five more on my list that i am getting together soon.
I just wanted to ask what is the best product you have found for holding pigments in place?

xxx

 

[Shoegal-fr]

Re: holding pigments

I used the mixing medium water base but it did crease on me... i'll try the Urban Decay Primer Potion though

 

[SpringDancer]

Re: holding pigments

A good creamy base does the job for me. You can use paints or paint pots. You can also try primers such as UDPP or Too Faced Shadow Insurance. Also, spraying the brush with Fix+ before applying the pigment helps it stick.

 

[erine1881]

Re: holding pigments

shadesticks are a neccesity when it comes to pigments imo. they are super easy to use and hold everything in place.