When are you disloyal to MAC and why?
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elektra513
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What's funny is that before I joined this site, I wanted to try all MAC stuff, but the more I read, the more I'm flipping back/forth from this site and Sephora to check out all the other brands people are using...hee-hee
I use MAC foundation/concealer/powder b/c it's the best next step up for me from d/s products---and the SFF is a better match and consistency for me than Clinique's superbalanced. I am definitely open to going even higher end for this if need be (maybe Prescriptives?).
Since I have only just begun to enter the darkside of m/u junky-ism I don't have a lot of stuff yet, but I already know I won't be purchasing MAC mascaras (thanx 2 all of you!!). While I just can't justify spending more than $4 (Maybelline G/L Blackest Black and Clear) on something I throw out every 3 mos, I am totally eyeing the DiorShow Black. Perhaps one day I'll splurge and try it.
The only other time I plan on patronizing MAC is for e/s and piggies, oh and l/g. I am looking into Nars for lipsticks and blush. And UD for PP for sure, but who knows what else yet...
Rimmel gets my cash for liners--no more NYC, I cannot stand sharpening those suckers!!!
I always have to put them in the freezer first. It's a pain.
Oh yeah, for brushes--right now Sonia Kashuk (so soft!
) and Sephora take my $$.
Nails-OPI only!!
Fragrance-whatever I get as a gift from Sephora
Yes ma'am I'm a m/u 'ho in training
I use MAC foundation/concealer/powder b/c it's the best next step up for me from d/s products---and the SFF is a better match and consistency for me than Clinique's superbalanced. I am definitely open to going even higher end for this if need be (maybe Prescriptives?).
Since I have only just begun to enter the darkside of m/u junky-ism I don't have a lot of stuff yet, but I already know I won't be purchasing MAC mascaras (thanx 2 all of you!!). While I just can't justify spending more than $4 (Maybelline G/L Blackest Black and Clear) on something I throw out every 3 mos, I am totally eyeing the DiorShow Black. Perhaps one day I'll splurge and try it.
The only other time I plan on patronizing MAC is for e/s and piggies, oh and l/g. I am looking into Nars for lipsticks and blush. And UD for PP for sure, but who knows what else yet...
Rimmel gets my cash for liners--no more NYC, I cannot stand sharpening those suckers!!!
Oh yeah, for brushes--right now Sonia Kashuk (so soft!
Nails-OPI only!!
Fragrance-whatever I get as a gift from Sephora
Yes ma'am I'm a m/u 'ho in training
huggablesecret
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After finally finding a mac foundation that doesn't break me out, I am at around 80% mac only (if that makes sense)
I use Chanel Mascara, UDPP, some Chanel LG, and that's it. I sold all my clinique, and all other brands because it was just disappointing, and also because clinique is so much more expensive than MAC here. Oh and I absolutely LOVE LM TM, which is another HG of mine. But other than those few products the rest I use is MAC.
I use Chanel Mascara, UDPP, some Chanel LG, and that's it. I sold all my clinique, and all other brands because it was just disappointing, and also because clinique is so much more expensive than MAC here. Oh and I absolutely LOVE LM TM, which is another HG of mine. But other than those few products the rest I use is MAC.
pixi
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i love the deluxe UD e/s so i sometimes use them. i use a rimmel concealer but when i finish that i'm going to buy a MAC one.
hmm, generally i am pretty 'loyal' to mac, but that's just because i like their products the best not because i feel i have to.
ooh i am obsessed with lancome artliner for liquid liner though. its amazing. i am scared to try the mac liquid liner because i don't think it'll be as good.
hmm, generally i am pretty 'loyal' to mac, but that's just because i like their products the best not because i feel i have to.
ooh i am obsessed with lancome artliner for liquid liner though. its amazing. i am scared to try the mac liquid liner because i don't think it'll be as good.
x__methodacting
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I'm disloyal to MAC for Bare Escentuals... I'm NEVER wearing any other foundation!
kathryn27
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I use L'Oreal Le Kohl e/l just b/c it's so cheap & works incredibly well. I also use & love Maybelline mascara b/c it's cheap. Skincare I use Proactiv or drugstore stuff & my e/s base is UD b/c nothing else works so well....I love MAC & for the most part stick to their stuff, but I do have to "cheat" every now an again
ductapemyheartt
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i am disloyal to mac in brushes and some lippies.
i actually buy brushes that are not from mac, but the lippies are all lancome i steal from my mommy.
i actually buy brushes that are not from mac, but the lippies are all lancome i steal from my mommy.
rocking chick
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For years I am only a MAC user but since the Barbie Loves MAC collection, I officially becomes a MAC addict. But at the same time,I like buying other cosmetics brands in nice packaging and those which is not available in my country.
Here is the list of non-mac brands:
Concealer - bodyshop
Mascara - oops..forget the brand (oh yeah.its Mavala)
Some lipsticks/lipglass/eye shadow/highlight powder- Etude house,crystal dew,missha (all from Korea) & Dior
2-way cake - Insist (Japan)
Loose powder - Itsskin (Korea)
Brushes - Guerlain / Pucci LE
Yup that's about all
Here is the list of non-mac brands:
Concealer - bodyshop
Mascara - oops..forget the brand (oh yeah.its Mavala)
Some lipsticks/lipglass/eye shadow/highlight powder- Etude house,crystal dew,missha (all from Korea) & Dior
2-way cake - Insist (Japan)
Loose powder - Itsskin (Korea)
Brushes - Guerlain / Pucci LE
Yup that's about all
astronaut
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I absolutely love MAC e/s, lipsticks, and lipglosses. I only have a couple lip products that aren't MAC, and that was before I ever got into the brand. As for eyeshadows, I have tons of Urban Decay and Too Faced shadows, but I started getting tired of them and ventured off to MAC for a little bit. When the MAC store opened and I was able to buy the pallets, I went totally ballistic! From then on I vowed to stick to only MAC shadows because of the decent price, ease of a pan, b2m, and I was sick and tired of having dupes of from another brand. I figured if I just stick to one brand, it'll be easier for me to remember what I have. I'll buy e/s from another brand if it's a totally unique shade that I have to have. As far as other stuff, no MAC. I use just drugstore cleansers and wipes, and for my skincare, I'll use Shiseido or Lancome. I have a few Smashbox products like the primer and whatnot. As far as foundation goes, I use mineral makeup. And for brushes, I don't have a single MAC brush... yet. I have a few Smashbox and Urban Decay.
me_jelly
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I love MAC but am always disloyal when it comes to foundation (MAC foundation breaks me out) and mascara - in which case I buy Dior (my other love). For lipsticks, although MAC has a lot more choices in fun/creative colors, my lipstick love is still with Dior (even though I have a lot of MAC lippies). Other than that, unless I am desparately looking for a particular shade/item that I can't find at MAC, I stick to MAC for all other makeup items/accessories
afterglow
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I used to love MAC so much, but lately I've been going through a fall out with it. I used to wear everything MAC... concealer, foundation, powder, blush, eyeshadow, mascara, eyeliner, lipglass, lipstick. Everything! Now I only wear their Loose Blot Powder, fluidline, occasionally blush, and occasionally eyeshadow, but always lipstick. I've come to admit that I just simply can't find the right shade of concealer/foundation, that their mascara sucks, and their blush isn't that pigmented. I just can't seem to love it as much as I did before... I've been having multiple affairs with other brands! Although, I seriously love MAC lipstick. It's perfect. What other brand has a full range of colours and finishes you can try on before you buy, and is cheaper? None!
BunnyBunnyBunny
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I always check MAC first for all my cosmetic needs. However, I do use Rimmel Liquid Eyeliner, drugstore brand translucent powder, a few Milani shadows, Chanel mascara, and depending on my mood MAC or non-MAC nail color.
amietron
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MAC - eye shadows, liners, blushers, lipstick, lip gloss, foundation
Dior - eye shadows, mascara
Cle de Peau - loose face powder
Bare Escentuals - Bare Minerals foundation
Urban Decay - Primer Potion
Philosophy - lip gloss, facial cleanser, moisturizer
Korres - eye cream
Lancome - makeup remover
I usually stick to one product if I like it, so while I like MAC cosmetics, I don't think I would switch to their skincare lines because I think other brands are stronger in that department.
Dior - eye shadows, mascara
Cle de Peau - loose face powder
Bare Escentuals - Bare Minerals foundation
Urban Decay - Primer Potion
Philosophy - lip gloss, facial cleanser, moisturizer
Korres - eye cream
Lancome - makeup remover
I usually stick to one product if I like it, so while I like MAC cosmetics, I don't think I would switch to their skincare lines because I think other brands are stronger in that department.
Randy Rose
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The only Non-Mac I use -
Covergirl Lash Exact Mascara
Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion
L'Oreal True Match Liquid Foundation (used as an undereye/cheekbone highlight in drag applications)
Trader Joe's or Burts Bees Clear Lip Balm as a lip base (and top coat if I'm not using gloss)
And wax to cover eyebrows
Covergirl Lash Exact Mascara
Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion
L'Oreal True Match Liquid Foundation (used as an undereye/cheekbone highlight in drag applications)
Trader Joe's or Burts Bees Clear Lip Balm as a lip base (and top coat if I'm not using gloss)
And wax to cover eyebrows
