Long ago, when I was a goth, I bought a whole lot of MAC makeup.
It was just as MAC launched in Singapore, RuPaul was their muse and I bought powder eyeshadows 'Vanilla' and 'Carbon' as well as two gorgeous lipsticks in aubergine and pewter.
I've long since tossed the lipsticks. Turns out I couldn't really overcome my lipstick phobia.
Carbon broke two years ago. I hadn't really made a dent in it but I guess after 10 years loyal service, it had had enough.
Vanilla is still going strong. I have only started wearing ANY form of makeup daily in the last year so little Vanilla is only really getting used again now. And yes, she's still going strong. (*once again, I disagree with the idea that 'inert' makeup products - essentially dry products like traditional eyeshadow and blush - have a used-by date. And once again, I'm an actual doctor so there :P)
Today:
I have been a keen makeup geek over the last two years. My day to day makeup is minimal (coz I'm lazy) but I'm still an enthusiast so I decided a little visit to my local MAC counter was long overdue.
I asked the makeup artist there (I know she was one because she talked abt the makeup class the store is offering in a fortnight) 3 questions and purchased accordingly
Q1: I would like ONE eyeshadow that I can use as a stand-alone item. No other colours required - one colour, one look. Instant go-to for the lazy gal. Not fussed abt powder or cream.
A: Constructivist
Q2: What's a good, go-to highlighter? Most bang-for-my-buck, maybe even a multi-tasking item? Again, liquid or powder - it's all good
A: Mineralize skin finish in Soft & Gentle
Q3: I would like a pencil eyeliner that does not smudge. I have lots of great gels, lots of great pens but they take too long if I'm in a rush. Do you have a PENCIL that will work? Urban Decay's 24/7 pencil doesn't work, Milani Liquif-eye + Avon Super Shock - same problem. Help!!!
A: Powerpoint eye pencil in Stubborn Brown
….So I'm going to try them all for a week - let's see if they are worth the hype!
And the hefty price tag.
AUD $114 - damage done.
I guess I can't give up my day job.
