Good evening beauty babes! Today's post shall be short and sweet as I simply wanted to talk about the new MAC eyeshadow palettes! As some of you may have already seen, MAC recently came out with a collection focused solely on the eyes, giving it the name: Eyes on MAC. The collection contains multiple colour choices and sizes; two palettes with a total of 15 shadows, and four palettes with a total of 9 shadows. I have hand selected two of my personal favourites and I am going to share with you just what makes them worth the purchase. Enjoy!
PURPLE TIMES NINE
Who: Anyone looking for a pop of colour. *Works especially well with people that have either green or hazel eyes.
What: A well-edited palette featuring a colour wave of petite purple hues that offer countless shade combinations. It provides an array of textures from matte, to satin, to frost for creating a variety of looks for both day and night. The saturated, soft and smooth hues are all packaged in one compact for easy portability.
Why: I personally chose this palette because it was the only one totally packed with colour. When you compare the choices, this one seemed electric in comparison to the rest. Purples can truly be used on anyone and are a great choice when trying to find something different for spring/summer. Although the shadows are a bit smaller than the individual pods they sell, you're still getting a great deal with this palette. The shadows are extremely pigmented and very blend-able. You won't be disappointed when it comes to quality.
Cost: $48, Value: $63
WARM NEUTRAL TIMES FIFTEEN
Who: Literally anyone. A neutral palette is a staple in any makeup artist's kit.
What: An Eye Shadow Palette in fifteen warm shades: Hey, Warm Breeze, Gingersnap, Dark Brew, Dance in the Dark, Brule Vanilla Extract, Honey Lust, Amber Lights, Saddle, Lemon Tart, Butterfudge, Creative Copper, Unwind and Divine Decadence. The highly pigmented powder formula applies evenly, blends and builds beautifully.
Why: In this kit you are getting 15 full sized eyeshadows. Needless to say, it's an incredible deal. These shadows are perfect for everyday and also include darker shades; giving you the option to turn any day look into night. The fact that this palette contains multiple finishes is what really drew me to it. Some shadows appear almost metallic while others are completely matte. If you aren't a makeup artist, some of you may be looking at the price and contemplating the purchase - please don't. You won't be able to find a suitable alternative to this and maintain the same quality! The shadows blend like a dream and last all day - with or without a base. Overall, a great investment since we all know, shadows can last a lifetime!
Cost: $99, Value: $192
I want to finish off by saying this: don't be afraid to play around with makeup! Some women are so very afraid of colour and/or something different. The upcoming season is all about bright colours and having fun!
*All items shown are available at MAC stores worldwide and can also be found here.
Thanks for reading!
dear lady