Monday 12 May 2014

MAC Must Have's - Face.


Firstly, I'd like to apologize for the delay in todays post. I seem to have lost track of time and royally killed my schedule. But atleast I'm able to rectify this error now.
Secondly, this is sort of a series I'm starting, and this post is just to test out the waters. Let me know what you think.
When you think about a brand like MAC, with its overwhelming array of choices, a first timer can't help but think "uh oh". This was infact my first thought when I went into the shop. I had no idea where to start, and hence ended up picking up (over the years) so many things that just did not work. Somehow though, I've managed to find a few products that work for various skin tones, textures and types - something freelancing has taught me. So here you have it, my three "base" picks from MAC's extensive offering.

MAC Face and Body Foundation
I think its clear how much I love this stuff, but let me just tell you once more. Its water based, making it light, it feels like you have nothing on, the coverage is very sheer - but can be built up to medium/full if you take your time. It lasts all day long, if you know how to use it. Now, Face and Body is not a foundation you just throw on with a brush, in my opinion. I've realized that you need to use your fingers with this and really work it into your skin, it forms an almost past like consistency, which once it sets, does. not. budge.
Its also surprisingly forgiving when it comes to dry patches (probably the water base) and the dewy finish it gives in unparalleled. If you're a matte skin person, hold your breath till product 3. For more coverage..

MAC Prolongwear Concealer
See, now, I've talked about this before too (full review here). But once again, the important features - medium/full coverage which deals with everything from acne scars to terrible undereye circles. Its refreshingly light and does not emphasis my many very apparent dry patches. Of ALL the MAC concealers (yes, I've tried all except the mineralize one) I'd pick this.

MAC Studio Fix Powder Foundation
I've tried the loose powders, which as you might know by now I'm partial too, but it isn't as good as the Chanel offering. As far as powders go, this is my favorite MAC powder. Yes, its meant to be a foundation, but this over Face and Body, and you've got yourself a winner. You could use a fluffy brush to really sheer this out, or you could use a buffing brush and add this over a bit of Strobe Cream there by eliminating the need for concealer. Its a really good product. And the coverage is just.. amazeballs.
If you're looking for a good powder/compact before you invest in foundation and concealer and all that fun stuff, I'd say without a doubt, pick this.

So there you have it. What are your thoughts? :)

14 comments:

  1. Hahaha I was wondering why your post wasn't up by the time I went to bed!

    I need to get the Studio Fix Powder - if it's a good powder foundation then it has my name on it. Face & Body I'm still trying to make it work for me! The Pro Longwear is literally like paint. If I don't prep well before using it, disaster! But it's also totally budgeproof, which is great. I hate the pump, though - always dispenses FAR more than I need!

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    1. You need a good moisturizer for pro longwear, for sure. But since I always use madly hydrating products, it was never a problem for me. Until I used it on someone else. Then I realized the need. Get your self a sample pot and dispense the product into that?

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    2. The sample of NW35 that I got in a sample pot dried out! Not completely, but enough for it to be very very difficult to work with... so I'm scared of that happening. I wish I didn't have such pump-happy fingers :(

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    3. Hahaha, just keep it inside? and screw the lid on perfectly! I've been doing that since I got it, no issues so far, . Hm.

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  2. Apart from the concealer. ..I have the other two. The studio fix concealer is a champion for me as the orange tone cancels out my under eye circle. Anything lighter than NC45 makes it look ashy and grey. I bought select cover up but is a pain to work with as compared to studio fix. The studio fix foundation (liquid) I am a fan of as the coverage is amaaazing. The smell and the finish not so much....

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    1. Ahh, the coverage is amazing, but you're right, finish and smell is blah. But honestly, the fact that it has SPF is a hugeee let down for me :/

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    2. I used to be lazy as far as applying sunscreen was concerned. Anything with SPF is a thumbs up for me. ;). I wear it to day events and make sure I am not part of flash fotogaphy.

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    3. Ahahaha, that is my biggest bug bear, my go to is VitaLumier Aqua but then I need to run away from a camera all the time :P

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  3. oh god i cant tell you how badly i want to buy face and body.everybody is raving about this.i want it asap.lovely and useful post..

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    1. Thank you :) you must try it, it's amazing.

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  4. love the pro long wear concealer..its the best I have tried..love the formula! love the studio fix powder foundation for daily office wear..its amazing and gives such polished look! wish mac face and body worked for me..loved how light it felt but it oxidizes on me :(

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    1. Hmm did it? I've never heard of that happening before. That really sick though. It's so good.

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  5. I have NONE of these :( hopefully I'll get my pro longwear before I leave. And I will definitely try F&B

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    1. Expresss :P Or best, just call before you go.

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