Why hasn't MAC started Reusable Shopping Bags?!
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ClaireAvril
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I received a reply from consumer relations:
"Thank you for taking the time to contact us and for your interest in M.A.C.
M.A.C shares your concern and recognizes the importance of protecting the environment. We continuously explore initiatives to reduce our packaging materials while still protecting our products during shipment and throughout their life cycle.
Changing technology and global conditions make our environmental endeavors an ongoing challenge. Our Environmental Affairs personnel are committed to finding packaging alternatives which allow reduction of product-to-package ratio, utilizing materials which have the minimum possible impact on the environment. In this regard, we will be sure to share your remarks with them, as they are always interested in consumer comments.
We trust the above addresses your concern. We hope that we have the opportunity to serve you in the near future.
Again, thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts and concerns."
For the person who said oh they probably already considered that and they should have their reasons.. I was always taught.. question everything.. never assume - if you have a great idea.. voice it.. you never know what could come of it.
Sooooo... hopefully if they get some more inquiries.. they will give it some serious consideration..
!
"Thank you for taking the time to contact us and for your interest in M.A.C.
M.A.C shares your concern and recognizes the importance of protecting the environment. We continuously explore initiatives to reduce our packaging materials while still protecting our products during shipment and throughout their life cycle.
Changing technology and global conditions make our environmental endeavors an ongoing challenge. Our Environmental Affairs personnel are committed to finding packaging alternatives which allow reduction of product-to-package ratio, utilizing materials which have the minimum possible impact on the environment. In this regard, we will be sure to share your remarks with them, as they are always interested in consumer comments.
We trust the above addresses your concern. We hope that we have the opportunity to serve you in the near future.
Again, thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts and concerns."
For the person who said oh they probably already considered that and they should have their reasons.. I was always taught.. question everything.. never assume - if you have a great idea.. voice it.. you never know what could come of it.
Sooooo... hopefully if they get some more inquiries.. they will give it some serious consideration..
!
ductapemyheartt
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wow, that is a great idea! i would love to have a reusable mac bag...
contrabassoon
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I agree with you fully. This is the mistake that most people make, they make assumptions. So, for all of you who still HAVEN'T sent an email to MAC, please do so!
Originally Posted by ClaireAvril
I received a reply from consumer relations: For the person who said oh they probably already considered that and they should have their reasons.. I was always taught.. question everything.. never assume - if you have a great idea.. voice it.. you never know what could come of it. Sooooo... hopefully if they get some more inquiries.. they will give it some serious consideration.. ! |
I agree with you fully. This is the mistake that most people make, they make assumptions. So, for all of you who still HAVEN'T sent an email to MAC, please do so!
HeavenLeiBlu
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What the blue fuck does that have to do with the price of tea in China? The technology is already there to produce "green", reusable bags that consumers will purchase as an alternative to the bags they hand out... all MAC needs to do is get black ones with their logo, or as several other posters have suggested- maybe release a special design to coincide with collections. All that talk about packaging materials, and product to package ratio has nothing to do with the issue of bags that customers carry the product home in.... YEEEEEESH!
| Originally Posted by ClaireAvril
"Thank you for taking the time to contact us and for your interest in M.A.C. M.A.C shares your concern and recognizes the importance of protecting the environment. We continuously explore initiatives to reduce our packaging materials while still protecting our products during shipment and throughout their life cycle. Changing technology and global conditions make our environmental endeavors an ongoing challenge. Our Environmental Affairs personnel are committed to finding packaging alternatives which allow reduction of product-to-package ratio, utilizing materials which have the minimum possible impact on the environment. In this regard, we will be sure to share your remarks with them, as they are always interested in consumer comments. We trust the above addresses your concern. We hope that we have the opportunity to serve you in the near future. Again, thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts and concerns." ! |
What the blue fuck does that have to do with the price of tea in China? The technology is already there to produce "green", reusable bags that consumers will purchase as an alternative to the bags they hand out... all MAC needs to do is get black ones with their logo, or as several other posters have suggested- maybe release a special design to coincide with collections. All that talk about packaging materials, and product to package ratio has nothing to do with the issue of bags that customers carry the product home in.... YEEEEEESH!
*KT*
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Just because she received a canned type of response, doesn't mean that her request wasn't heard. Most companies track customer requests to see how wanted/needed something is so they can decide whether or not to pursue it.
Just the fact that the response appears canned makes me think they get this sort of question often, so add to that number if you want to see it happen some day.
Just the fact that the response appears canned makes me think they get this sort of question often, so add to that number if you want to see it happen some day.
ClaireAvril
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LOL
you know they have to put some mumbo jumbo in the message to sound professional.
I don't know why they haven't started this a LONG time ago.
Hopefully you sent them your message?!?!?
| Originally Posted by HeavenLeiBlu
What the blue fuck does that have to do with the price of tea in China? The technology is already there to produce "green", reusable bags that consumers will purchase as an alternative to the bags they hand out... all MAC needs to do is get black ones with their logo, or as several other posters have suggested- maybe release a special design to coincide with collections. All that talk about packaging materials, and product to package ratio has nothing to do with the issue of bags that customers carry the product home in.... YEEEEEESH! |
LOL
you know they have to put some mumbo jumbo in the message to sound professional.
I don't know why they haven't started this a LONG time ago.
Hopefully you sent them your message?!?!?
HeavenLeiBlu
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I certainly did!
| Originally Posted by ClaireAvril
LOL you know they have to put some mumbo jumbo in the message to sound professional. I don't know why they haven't started this a LONG time ago. Hopefully you sent them your message?!?!?
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I certainly did!
crystrill
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I agree it's a great idea, but to be honest... how often do people go to their MAC counter? Like "regular", non-specktra, just go to buy my foundation, people? I have bags for Walmart and Publix, because I always go there. But places that I don't, I don't bother with the bags.
I have a Sephora one because it's free and I never used it. And don't plan on it.
I have a Sephora one because it's free and I never used it. And don't plan on it.
LatinaRose
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See I probably wouldn't take my bag to MAC b/c the items are so little I throw them into my purse. But I would use it for small grocery trips or shopping at CVS or something. I HATE Walmart branded "green" bags and refuse to carry them anywhere else. But a MAC one?? That would go all over the city with me. I don't think you need Walmart bags to go to Walmart or Publix ones to shop there. Hell if you're doing good for the environment bring whatever kind of bags you want!!!
Personally I hate the grocery store green bags. They are always so bright and obnoxious, like I'm waving my big eco flag. I would definitely purchase a sleek black one from MAC if they sold it. I'm sure they'll come out with one in the future as its ANOTHER item we will all have to buy.
| Originally Posted by crystrill
I agree it's a great idea, but to be honest... how often do people go to their MAC counter? Like "regular", non-specktra, just go to buy my foundation, people? I have bags for Walmart and Publix, because I always go there. But places that I don't, I don't bother with the bags. I have a Sephora one because it's free and I never used it. And don't plan on it. |
See I probably wouldn't take my bag to MAC b/c the items are so little I throw them into my purse. But I would use it for small grocery trips or shopping at CVS or something. I HATE Walmart branded "green" bags and refuse to carry them anywhere else. But a MAC one?? That would go all over the city with me. I don't think you need Walmart bags to go to Walmart or Publix ones to shop there. Hell if you're doing good for the environment bring whatever kind of bags you want!!!
Personally I hate the grocery store green bags. They are always so bright and obnoxious, like I'm waving my big eco flag. I would definitely purchase a sleek black one from MAC if they sold it. I'm sure they'll come out with one in the future as its ANOTHER item we will all have to buy.
ClaireAvril
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Definitely.. we all know carrying around a MAC reusable bag would be nicer looking than a a plastic bag, or a wal-mart re-usable bag.. I am constantly seeing women re-using their lululemon (however you spell it if i spelt it wrong), Harrod's, and Holt Renfrew Bags.
Like I said before.. I can't believe they haven't thought of this already.. women would be bringing their lunches in it etc.. and I am always walking around with an ESPRIT canvas bag.. keeps my work shoes, kleenex, and I am usually shopping before and after work so I put my purchases in there.. so if I could upgrade to a MAC canvas bag that would be fab. Free advertising for MAC.. how could they pass that up?
| Originally Posted by LatinaRose
See I probably wouldn't take my bag to MAC b/c the items are so little I throw them into my purse. But I would use it for small grocery trips or shopping at CVS or something. I HATE Walmart branded "green" bags and refuse to carry them anywhere else. But a MAC one?? That would go all over the city with me. I don't think you need Walmart bags to go to Walmart or Publix ones to shop there. Hell if you're doing good for the environment bring whatever kind of bags you want!!! Personally I hate the grocery store green bags. They are always so bright and obnoxious, like I'm waving my big eco flag. I would definitely purchase a sleek black one from MAC if they sold it. I'm sure they'll come out with one in the future as its ANOTHER item we will all have to buy. |
Definitely.. we all know carrying around a MAC reusable bag would be nicer looking than a a plastic bag, or a wal-mart re-usable bag.. I am constantly seeing women re-using their lululemon (however you spell it if i spelt it wrong), Harrod's, and Holt Renfrew Bags.
Like I said before.. I can't believe they haven't thought of this already.. women would be bringing their lunches in it etc.. and I am always walking around with an ESPRIT canvas bag.. keeps my work shoes, kleenex, and I am usually shopping before and after work so I put my purchases in there.. so if I could upgrade to a MAC canvas bag that would be fab. Free advertising for MAC.. how could they pass that up?
concertina
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I keep a small flip and tumble bag flip & tumble - reusable bags in my purse at all times. So I always use that at MAC or for small things at drugstores, etc. Pretty perfect.
HeavenLeiBlu
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I finally received a similar canned response, btw.
