MAC Pigment Review

I got some mac samples online they are very great in terms of pigment but some shades are not as finely milled and so they do not stick as good or go on as smooth as others there are other alternatives and pigments out there that are cheaper but some times it can be confusing as they may just be loose eye shadows not concentrated actual pigments if you shop around though you can get some shades that are just as good as mac and way cheaper. I have found out that mac made the container smaller so you get less product but the price has no changed favorably which is not very fair on its customers I have tan melon and a copper type pigment also deep purple they go on nice and look foiled wet because they are not the glitter deep purple didnt seem as fine milled as the others my suggestion is if you have a big use for pigments and they actually do have a few uses besides eye shadow then pick some staple colours and I suggest you can try and mix them to create secondry colours because mac is expensive. Apart from the pigments I really have not tried mac make up but its popular. I do not really favour because of the price and animal testing. The packaging has changed and got smaller not good and some have stoppers and some do not apparently so if you spill it thats a huge waste. The colour pay off is pretty good. Some can actually streak or cake though if applied wet or without primer

I have a mini collection of these, and I'm not going to stop collecting any time soon. The pigmentation is amazing, they're very long-wearing, and I swear they have a colour and/or shade for every skin tone and occasion.

I purchased this on a whim in blue brown and I fell in love on the first application. It's a duochrome brown shade with bluey green reflective tones. It looks amazing on and I feel like it would suit all sorts of different skin tones.

It can be applied dry or wet (either with a wet brush or mixing the pigment with something like finishing spray), but if you apply it dry I would advise using shadow shields or using a paint pot as a base before application to avoid fall out.

Though the price may be off putting, it honestly is a worthwhile investment. The pigments last ages, like one little pot has lasted me over a year. If you are a little wary of buying a full sized product, they do offer them in a travel size so would definitely recommend that if you want to try these out but don't want to spend heaps.

The product itself is such an easy way to give your eyes a glam look without spending forever on them.

So I was super sceptical about forking out a heap of money for an eyeshadow but im so glad I did! I don't the shade melon and it's incredible. Mac pigments are super multipurpose, they can be used dry or wet as a shadow, dry or wet as a face highlight or added to the lips for an extra shine. The colour melon is a melon colour with gold reflects and I use it on the eyes and on the tops of the cheekbones. I have also used it mixed in with my foundation to give a dewy glow, this will only work with medium to darker skin tones I think, so be wary! I don't think anyone could ever go through a whole pigment pot in their lifetime because a little goes such a long way. They're lightweight, pure pigment with a high shine finish. And I couldn't recommend them more!

I brought the M.A.C Tan Pigment online for 21USD = 31.38NZD I absolutely adore this pigment, it can be used in so many ways I usually just swipe it over my eyelids or if i want an intense look i use fix+, i also added some to my nail polish, there are heaps of tutorial on youtube for pigment uses. This product can get messy i dont think the container it comes in is great for dispensing, I found it easier to press the pigment into a pan (I just used an empty pan, baking paper and a 50c coin to press it) You should be able to get 3 full 26mm round pans (same size as mac or makeup geek single eyeshadows ) I find I use my pigment more often because its pressed into a pan, its easier to reach for, its in my mac palette, its less messy and less hassle.

I have a few of these in my makeup artistry kit. They are so versatile and I love using them for all different types of looks! I use eye drops to make a paste as I find its a easy way to control the amount of liquid you are adding. It has a beautiful reflect and shows up amazing in photos, all the colours I have are amazing quality and stay in place for hours especially if you use a setting spray on your makeup ! They have a beautiful range of unique colours like no others I have used, a little goes along way! I can't wait to add to my collection! I have so much fun creating intence eye looks with these pigments and I surprise myself Everytime. Such an easy pigment to use!

I bought these a long time ago and I have to say that a little not only goes a long way but are build-able for a more intense colour (and they last the distance as well). I have a handful of colours and some are absolutely better than others (preferences aside) for lasting and also application. You can have so much fun with these pigments... not just on your eyelids but over top of a nude lippy as well... matching lips to eye look or just on lips for a more daring shade.

The fall out is to be expected but depending on application can be minimal.

... if only they were more affordable!

Like TraineeMUA below, I only have sample sizes of these, but I have had about 20 different shades in varied finishes, and have adored every single one. I'm currently coveting the pink 3d glitter though after seeing Sharyn Casey post it on her IG!

These powders are literally insane. They are super pigmented with massive impact. They can be used more subtly dry, or built to a stronger look. When used wet, they are electric pops of colour. I love using a wet eyeliner brush and using them to line eyes, or add extra impact by lining black eyeliner with a pop of bright colour.

These will last all day and night, and stay true the entire time - but so they should for that price. I wouldn't ever consider buying a full price full sized pot, but the samples are perfect, and last for a very long time, so are much better value.

Amazing :)

These pigments are my favourites, hands down. I only have sample sizes of a few colours but I love them all so so so so so much. Besides, I don't think anyone could go through a whole MAC pigment pot... except maybe an MUA?

ANYWAY, I use these pigments wet, by spraying a little of my ELF setting spray onto a brush (not soaking it, just dampening it) and then applying the pigment wherever I want it on my eye. They're so metallic and gorgeous when used wet, some of them look like straight up liquid metal. If you decide to use them dry, definitely do your eye make up BEFORE doing your foundation and such, because there will be fallout. You only need the TINIEST amount for an application and they will last as long as you need them to.

HOWEVER I don't feel like they're any better than, say, my Maybelline Color Tattoo pigments. They're beautiful and some shades are incredibly unique, but if you can find a dupe for a shade that is much less expensive, there is no point in paying full price for a pot of these pigments.

Update: The Sized To Go pigments are 100% worth the money.

I have two of these in sample sizes, silver and golden olive. I can't comment on the packaging with them because the samples I have are in small plastic containers that aren't MAC.

These pigments are super, super pigmented (go figure!). You can use them either wet or dry and both ways result in a gorgeous, pigmented metallic finish. When these are used wet they are more intense than they are when dry.

Because these are pigments, they have a lot of fallout when used dry. If you are going to use them dry then I would leave my foundation until after you've done your eyes so you don't mess your face up.

Whilst these are gorgeous pigments I really don't feel they are superior to other pigments from different brands that I have used. I feel that there are cheaper alternatives to these, which I would suggest checking out unless MAC have a shade that you feel is unique.

These are really nice but I wouldn't pay full price for them, even though a little lasts a long, long time.