Studio Lights

[greatscott2000]

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Originally Posted by Twinkle_Twinkle It's supposed the illuminate the under-eye area, where a lot of us have dark circles. I like it because I can stop using my expensive Px Custom Blend concealor under my eyes, and if you think about it, there is nothing under the eyes that we really need to conceal, just brighten. Anyway, greatscott, I haven't tried the YSL product, although I wondered over to the counter when I was in Nordstrom. They had three shades, they all looked really light to me, but really creamy. I guess there is a Toffee shade, but for some reason it wasn't on the display. I think, just from what I saw, that the YSL Touch Eclat might be (i.e is probably) nicer, however, at less than half the price, the MAC will definately do . You also get more product, .17 ounces versus .1 with the YSL. It's nice, but probably not as nice as the YSL, but I think most of us feel that way about a lot of MAC products versus very high end beauty lines. It depends on what you're willing to pay for it I guess. In conclusion (this post is getting longer by the second) I'd say that generally I'm not a huge MAC face-product fan, excluding the blot powder and concealor, but I like this product, and I'll proabably be hoarding more. That should say a lot. Side Note, for any Px addicts, I wonder if they could Custom Blend a concealor that did nothing but illuminate rather than conceal...? Hmmm

I'm a bit disappointed that YSL's Touce Eclat #4 is not readily available at all Nordies. This Saturday I was going to pick up another and they didnt have it in #4

. Though I did test my #4 against the Studio Lights Smoothspice and YSL was a bit more opaque ( i guess you get what you pay for) but I still think that MAC is a steal and I would get it- just for the fact that the color is readily available at every counter ( I hope YSL is listening/reading).
As far as the color/tone, on my hand- they were pretty much the same color.
I wish that the Studio Lights does well enough to go Perm, other makeup lines have these higlighting products in their regular products.

 

[lsperry]

Here’s my review from the “Of Beauty” discussion (Color Collections) --

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Originally Posted by lsperry I got 3 beauty powders and “smoothspice” studio lights! Smoothspice reminds me of YSL Touche Eclat Radiant Touch Highlighter; except this one highlights better on me than the YSL one does…..And it’s much cheaper than the Touche Eclat (which is now $39.50!). I’d much rather pay $14.50 for this one……Loving it! I’m an NW45. When I saw my MA today, who is an NW50, she was wearing “Dancing Light”. I couldn’t believe it…..she tried it on me and I loved it. I got Dancing Light, Sunspill and Soft flame (which has enough color to double as a blush as well as a highlighter). I’ve never used MAC’s BPs and was excited to try them. To me they are better than the MSFs. They are sheer and very forgiving if you use them w/a heavy hand. She convinced me to get the 183 brush, but really, you don’t need it. I tried them out w/the 183 and 188 and both works great. I know I’m gushing about these powders but they are a miracle ….I love the subtle, slight shimmer-effect they give. They are perfect. I am so glad they released this collection to a counter near me so that I could try them out. I couldn’t take a chance ordering these on-line, sight unseen. You cannot go wrong when you apply these; unlike some MSFs which can leave a glittery-mess on your face and make you look oily. These are almost ethereal looking. Maybe someone here can make a recommendation for you. These BPs will definitely be at the top of my list for the "What was MAC's Best and Worst of 2007" thread.

Here are some swatches I did:
Soft Flame, Loverush Blush, Sunspill and Dancing Light applied heavily over Smoothspice SL:

Soft Flame, Loverush Blush, Sunspill and Dancing Light applied heavily over Smoothspice SL:

Soft Flame and Dancing Light BPs over NW45 SFF SPF15:

And I must say, I use YSL Touch Eclat quite regularly and, to me, it's a watered-down version of MAC's SL. I like MAC's product better.

 

[User40]

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Originally Posted by KeshieShimmer What colors are you all getting and what shade are you in MAC? Thanks

I'm NC20 to NC25. I ordered Dancing Light BP and Skin Lure Studio Lights. I checked with the MA on LIVE CHAT and she confirmed those shades would be great for my skin tone.

 

[makeupprincess]

I purchased Studio Lights in Smoothspice, I'm NW45. I love it. It makes my skin tone glow. I will be purchasing two backups tomorrow.

 

[Kaycee37]

I'm Nc-45 or C-6,7
I got one of these today!!! Studio Lights...Love it!!
I hope they make it "perm"

 

[mochabean]

I'm an NC42 and got all 6 of the beauty powders. Really, all of the beauty powders look good on any skin color! I can pull off all of the different shades. As for the Studio Lights I use "Sand". I like it a lot. Definitely brightens my under eye area. I use it under my eyes, bridge of my nose, brow highlighter, and above my cheekbones. Then I dust the beauty powder over the areas I use the studio lights. It gives my face a clean glowy look.

Also the Studio Lights are pretty easy to apply. You can dab with your fingertips. Or use the 222 brush to blend the product in. I like to use my fingertips better. But either way is fine.

 

[aziajs]

I tried the studio lights and didn't get the fuss. The MA placed it on the high planes of my face - along the top of my cheekbones, bridge of my nose, chin, etc. I couldn't see it. It made no difference in my appearance. Maybe I needed a lighter shade. I didn't try it underneath my eyes and the MA didn't suggest it for use there because she said that it really didn't provide any coverage.

 

[MACa6325xi]

I saw this at the counter and the MA said that you use it along with concealor. I'm looking for products that do everthing in one shot. I don't have time to use this and other things too. Maybe it will be at a CCO in a few months and then I will buy it.

 

[Twinkle_Twinkle]

Did she apply Smoothspice? Because having seen pictures of you, I would go with something lighter. But then, if you don't like it, maybe ya just don't like.

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Originally Posted by aziajs I tried the studio lights and didn't get the fuss. The MA placed it on the high planes of my face - along the top of my cheekbones, bridge of my nose, chin, etc. I couldn't see it. It made no difference in my appearance. Maybe I needed a lighter shade. I didn't try it underneath my eyes and the MA didn't suggest it for use there because she said that it really didn't provide any coverage.

 

[aziajs]

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Originally Posted by Twinkle_Twinkle Did she apply Smoothspice? Because having seen pictures of you, I would go with something lighter. But then, if you don't like it, maybe ya just don't like.

I don't remember her telling me the name of it but I think that you are correct. It was Smoothspice.

 

[MelodyKat]

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Originally Posted by aziajs I don't remember her telling me the name of it but I think that you are correct. It was Smoothspice.

I am not diggin them. They changed the formula.

They said they are supposed to be closer to the formula or texture of the Touche Eclat.....meh.

I like the old ones better.

 

[makeba]

i picked up Studio Lights in Sand and used it this morning and i really like it. I used my concealer first and then put a coat of the studio lights on and noticed a big difference. i dont really like the texture of the product though becuz i feel its a bit to thin.

 

[SulkingBeauty]

I LOVE IT!!!!! I bought a beauty powder, which is fab... But I really love the Sand Studio Lights... I love the low coverage, high reflective nature of it. I really don't see the point of it if you don't buy a light enough shade. And for such a thin formula, it has great staying power. When I remove my makeup after work, it's still there! It's too bad that it's not part of the permanent collection.

Love it, love it, love it.

 

[User40]

I just got my order of Dancing Light BP and Skin Lure Sudio Lights. I can't say enough about them. I LOVE them both!

Skin Lure blends perfectly into my NC 20 to 25 skin and I like the thinner formula because I use it under my eyes and don't want a thick, heavy look and can build the color if need be.

Dancing Light gives just the right amount of shimmer and an overall glow. I think this shade would be beautiful on any skin tone.

Hope that helps!

 

[blazeno.8]

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Originally Posted by aziajs I tried the studio lights and didn't get the fuss. The MA placed it on the high planes of my face - along the top of my cheekbones, bridge of my nose, chin, etc. I couldn't see it. It made no difference in my appearance. Maybe I needed a lighter shade. I didn't try it underneath my eyes and the MA didn't suggest it for use there because she said that it really didn't provide any coverage.

I can understand why she doesn't like it if she's a coverage person. They're supposed to be lighter (coverage wise) than Mac's other concealers. I think they're supposed to be more of an illuminating concealer than an all around full coverage multipurpose concealer.