The MAC Tag

Hey guys :). I'm doing the MAC tag today. I saw it on a couple of blogs when I was browsing and thought I'd give it a go too. Hope you enjoy!

How long have you been using Mac?

I started using MAC products about 2 years ago after my sister went on a make up course. she came home from it raving about all these things to try. So I did and have been hooked ever since.

What was your first Mac product?

It's hard to remember! I think the first two things I bought were a pro long wear concealer and studio fix powder. It's hard to know what to start off with. You kind of want to buy everything you see all at once!

What is your favourite MAC product?

I'd have to say my Mineralize skinfinish, my studio sculpt foundation and eyeshadow in 'Brun'. It's so hard to choose just one favourite but I've managed to narrow it down to three! Not a bad effort.

What's your least favourite Mac product?

If I had to choose one I'd say their Cleanse Off oil. I read so many amazing reviews on it and so many people claimed it was amazing and it took all their make up off with a couple of pumps. I was so excited that I ordered it the same day and tried it out as soon as it arrived. I was SO disappointed! It took forever to take my make up off and just made my skin feel really oily and icky. I was not a fan unfortunately. 

Do you own a Pro Card?

I would love to but I don't.. My sister does and I am so jealous!

Your Mac foundation shade:

I'm the shade NC15. I know it's one of the lightest shades but when I went to get matched up at the counter the make up artist said I already had natural colour in my skin so no other colour really matched me. I've taken that as a good thing! When I wear my MAC foundations, they match perfectly! No complaints from me!

Eyeshadow: 

Id have to say 'Brun', 'Mylar and 'Brule' as I use them my eyebrows on a daily basis. As for my eyes 'Wedge', 'Brown Down' and 'All that Glitters' are my go to combination as they look so pretty for a day to day look but can be darkened up for night time. I also love 'Nylon' as a highlight. My sister introduced me to it and its amazing! 

Lipstick:

I have so many lipsticks its nearly impossible to choose a favourite but I'd probably go for 'Cremecup' and 'Shy Girl' They are both really natural colours which I love and I wear them to death!

Lipgloss:

I really like their lipglasses but my favourite has to be 'Pink Lemonade'. Its quite a bright coral/pink but I adore it and it always reminds me of summer. Perfect.

Liner:

I use 'Bountiful Brown' and 'Engraved' nearly every single day and I love them both. They don't smudge or anything and stay put for hours.

Brush:

Ill be honest, I don't actually own many MAC brushes. Id love to invest in a few to expand my collection but I do love their 129 blush brush. I find its such a good shape to apply my blush with.

Nail Lacquer:

I have never used MAC nail polishes before. Im a huge OPI addict and very rarely use anything else on my nails. My OPI collection is so huge I also own nearly every kind of colour so nothing really catches my eye nail polish wise in MAC collections.

Pro Product:

I guess the only pro product I have are the pro palette eyeshadows to fill my quads up with. So much easier to travel with then the individual ones.

Comment on the following Mac product; Have you used them? If so, give feedback.

Prep + Prime Skin:

I used to use the primer all the time underneath my foundation but for the last 6 months I haven't bothered with it. I do really like it but I can live without it too.

Studio Sculpt Foundation:

I bought this recently and I LOVE it! I always thought it would really dry my skin out but it turns out that because its gel based, it actually works really well on my skin type. (I have very dry skin) and the coverage looks perfect. It doesn't leave me with any dry patches and the concealers just blend perfectly into it. A must have!

Mineralize Satin Finish:

I've never used this and I probably wont I'm afraid.

Studio Fix Fluid:

This used to be my go to foundation and I still really like it but I have discovered other MAC foundations that just work a bit better for me. The coverage is amazing though and its never caused me any problems.

Studio Tech Foundation:

I dont like those foundations that are almost like powder so I have never even felt the need to try it. 

Studio Fix Powder:

I do really like this powder and I used to use this with my Studio Fix Fluid. It was a really good combination. However now I just keep it in my bag and use it occasionally for touch ups.

Beauty Powder:

Never used it and am pretty sure I never will.

Mineralize Skinfinish Natural:

I actually LOVE this! I find it stops my face from being all shiny and I couldn't go a day without putting this on. This is what I now use instead of the Studio Fix Powder. Its a staple in my make up bag thats for sure!

Mineralize Skin Finish:

Again, LOVE these! I only recently bought my first one the other week. I got the shade 'Soft and Gentle' and I cant imagine never having this. The colour is gorgeous! I thought I might do a review on this actually. Im thinking about maybe purchasing another one soon, I love it that much!

Bronzing Powder:

I havent actually ever used a MAC bronzer. Which is probably quite a bad thing to say because I have heard some great reviews on them. Unfortunately NARS Laguna bronzer came into my life and I cant even think about using another bronzer. Its just too good. 

Powder Blush:

I really love their blushes. They are the only blushes I actually use and i have them in quite a few colours. I end up going through phases of using the same blush for weeks on end and then purchase a new one and leave the others for ages! The one I'm currently loving at the moment is 'Peachykeen'. Its a beautiful colour and just gives me a really nice glow.

Blushcreme:

I really hate creme blushes. So I've never even looked at them.

Mineralize Blush:

I think these are gorgeous and its the next thing on my list to buy. I have read some great reviews and seen some lovely swatches. Im thinking I might try 'Gentle'. It looks so pretty!

Cream Color Base:

Again, Ive never tried these, I don't like creme products on my face at all. When you wear lots of powder it just doesn't sit well.

Studio Sculpt Concealer:

I bought one of these a while ago and while I don't dislike it, I very very rarely use it. Its almost too thick and drying. The only time I'd use this is if I had quite a big blemish, as the coverage is really good!

Select Cover Up Concealer:

I really like this for under my eyes. It covers my dark circles fairly well and its nice and creamy so it doesn't crease up.

Studio Finish Concealer:

Ive never tried it. But it looks good and the coverage is meant to be pretty good too.

Tinted Lip Conditioner:

I really want to try one of these and people rave about them. However they are always out of stock online and in store. No fair!

Lipstick:

I adore MAC lipsticks! I own quite a few now and no doubt my collection will continue to grow. The colours are always amazing with such a huge range to choose from and the finishes are lovely too.

Lipglass:

LOVE them! I really like the tinted ones best.

Dazzleglass:

I Got one of these in limited edition set. The colour is pretty but I never wear it, I don't like the finish very much.

Cremesheen Glass:

I only have one of these in 'Floating Lotus'. Its a really nice pink colour but again, I never really wear it much. I just like my tinted lipglasses too much!

Lip Gelee:

I have never tried these before. In fact, I haven't heard of them before. Are they still available?

Lip Pencil:

Again, I have never tried them. I always keep meaning to buy one to go with my red lipstick but I never get round to it. There is always something else more important I guess.

Nail Lacquer:

Like I said before, Im a huge OPI addict so I don't see the point in trying out a MAC nail polish. Like they say, 'Don't fix what isn't broke'.

Shadestick:

Never used them, probably never will.

Pigment: 

I really want to try a pigment. Its another thing that is on my list. They look so pretty!

Eye Kohl:

I have used 'Smolder' occasionally, I like it but can live without it.

Fluidline:

I have never tried it. I have TERRIBLE at applying any sort of liquid liner on my lash line. I have tried but I just cant do it. I guess I just need to continue to practice. But until I've grasped it, I don't see the point in my purchasing expensive eyeliners. It can be a treat to myself when I can do it. :)

Liquid Last Liner:

Never tried.

Lustre Drops:

Never tried either.

False Lashes:

I have never tried them. They are pretty expensive and Eylure are cheaper and amazing.

ProLash Mascara, Zoom Lash Mascara, Plush Lash Mascara, Dazzle Lash Mascara:

I havent ever tried a MAC mascara because I love my drugstore ones way too much. I have been buying Max Factor Masterpiece mascara for years now and its a firm favourite of mine. I also love Maybelline mascaras too!

What has been your favourite Mac collection to date?

Every single time a collection comes out, I nearly always love at least a handful of things! I really liked the Marilyn Monroe collection and I am too excited about the Baking Beauty collection due middle of April. There are so many things I want from that collection you have no idea!

Which of the MAC collections have you found disappointing?

I wouldn't say i found any disappointing. But I didn't really like The Year of the Snake collection very much. Bit boring.

What products do you think Mac are missing?

Absolutely nothing! They have a huge selection of products! :)

I hope you enjoyed reading this tag! Feel free to do the same!

Love Luci xo