Quick look using Solar Bits. Boy, they are a bit messy. I recommend using them BEFORE applying foundation, that way you can wipe away any fall out. I used mine with mixing medium, so once it’s on, it shouldn’t have any (or minimal) fall out, but you will get some bits and pieces that fall out when you initially apply it to the lid. The Solar Bits also smudge a LOT and very easily, so you may want to use makeup remover on a swab to clean up, rather than flicking it away (which generally just smudges it all over your face).
As an aside, the lips for this look are not the ones I’d normally opt for, BUT I wanted to try out my two new Neo Sci Fi lip products anyhoo ;) I’d usually pair this dramatic eye with nude lips — think Pleasureseeker or Sunsonic and Naked Space together! Since it’s hard to visualize, I included a full face shot of me wearing Strawberry Blonde lipstick with Vital Spark lipglass–something less OTT and more in line with the look.
I used Black Ore solar bits with mixing medium all over lid, Goldmine eyeshadow on inner lid, Antiqued eyeshadow on middle of lid (could substitute Time & Space here!), Carbon eyeshadow on outer lid and crease, Femme-fi eyeshadow (LE) above crease and on brow, Black Ore solar bits on lower lash line, Feline kohl power on lower lash line, Femme-Fi eyeshadow (LE) on lower lash line, and Plushlash mascara on lashes. I wore Other Worldly blush (LE) on cheeks. I had Sci Fi Delity lipstick (LE) with Supreme lipglass (LE) on my lips.
** These are recommendations for dupes based on permanent colors available — may not necessarily be identical; they are the closest I can think of!
Femme-fi = Shroom; Other Worldly = Honour; Sci Fi Delity = New York Apple (blotted); Supreme = Explicit
Sci Fi Delity lipstick alone
Love the drama on your eyes, the colors make your eyes look like cat eyes - very cool!! I love the lippy on you, but you are right, it’s very OTT. It would look beautiful with a neutral eye though …
Thanks so much, Critty!! :)
Yeah, it’s more of a neutral to just barely not neutral eye kind of lip color!
This look is fabulous!! How would you compare BLK ORE to the pigment..(can’t remember off the top of my head) but it is also a dark grey/blk with gold???
Thank you so much!
Hmm, I don’t know which pigment you’re talking about, to be honest! It’s chunkier, harder to work with than a normal pigment, TBH!
Lol….Dark soul !! Had to go look ;)
It does look like it has a more blk with gold glitter whereas the Dark Soul pigment is blk with a gold cast…I have to order online no MAC here ;( So I don’t want it to be the same…thanks!
Hmm, Dark Soul is kind of like a silvery black? when I used it. I own it, but I think I’ve only used it once, lol. But I think they are different… this is much more flecked with gold for sure.
Wow - that is so awesome!! So dark but shiny and reflective. The Solar Bits may be messy, but that looks amazing. I really want Femme-Fi.
Thanks, Katherine! Yeah, they’re very much like pigments, just way messier and take a little more patience & time to use without turning your face into a hot mess.
Wow!!!! Stunning, Christine!
Oh, thanks so much, Stacey :)
I LOVE THIS!!!!! You look gorgeous and I am SO getting the Sci-Fidelity lipstick.
How did you find the Solar Bits? Were they hard to work with? If so, I have Mixing Medium, would that help?
I want to get the Black Ore but I’m not so sure.
Hey Erin!
They NEEEED mixing medium like you need air, seriously. I just can’t imagine them working very well without some sort of wetted brush (you might be able to get away with Fix+ or water — but I never use either, so I’m not positive it would dry well, y’know?). The mixing medium intensifies the color, keeps the particles together (for the most part) before and when you apply, and then it holds it altogether in the end. ESSENTIAL!
Black Ore by itself is freakin’ gorgeous. Kind of reminded me of Antiques Gold reflects glitter with lots of black. I was originally just gonna put that alone on my lid, but then I got carried away, LOL. Next time…
Gorgeous Christine! I ordered mine online and was worried about Black Ore because it looked a bit gritty on some swatches before it was released but now that you did a look with it, it’s really nice and indeed a perfect accessory to a smoky look!
Thanks so much, Vanessa! It can be REALLY gorgeous (and it can be smudged like hotness, too) for a smoky eye, but it just requires a little patience. Don’t go running out the door while applying this, LOL!
I really like this one :)
Thanks, Jenni :)
I like the look Christine! HOWEVER, I’m going to be a no on the Solar Bits. I was so excited, but if it’s that much work to apply, forget it. I’m of the belief that make-up (especially when you pay alot), shouldn’t be so difficult to put on.
Hey Shefali!
Thanks!
They’re not *too* difficult, but they do take patience and a little planning. I think the more annoying part was that Black Ore is SO rich and black that you have to make sure you remove with makeup remover rather than just wipe it away. It smudges and sticks!
Hey Christine! I went today and checked them out. I like the colors. When I swatched them on my hand, I had to apply some pressure to sort of lightly crush them. It was trippy. I still didn’t buy any…but had quite the major haul. Future Earth was not out…bummer. I really wanted that Volcanic Ash Exfoliator and the lip exfoliator.
I’m dying for the Volcanic ash exfoliator!! The lip exfoliator is available online http://www.maccosmetics.com
As the other one, it’s not even available online yet!!
I know, I hope they release it soon, Molly!
Thanks for the mini-review, Shefali! I hope the Volcanic Ash stuff comes out soon!
OMG Christine, you are gorgeous!!! This look is amazing!!!!
Ross :-)
Aww, thank you so much, Ross!
wow!! i love metallics and wasn’t sure about the solar bits, but i’m excited now that i ordered some samples on LJ cause this is beautiful! i love the e/s shape you made with the black ore, it is really complimentary with your eyes. :)
and the combo Sci Fi Delity lipstick & Supreme lipglass will be mine… that is to die for! i’m all about browny reds.
That’s great that you got some samples :)
They are quite pretty!
I love the orange-y-copper highlights in the center of the lid!!! This is one of my favorite looks that you’ve done…usually you go for a natural look and that is appreciated, but your extreme- color application is flawless!
Oh wow, thank you so much!
This look is just so freaking HOTT! Christine you incorporated the colors together SO WELL. Its beauuuutiful, YOU look beautiful!!
You’re too sweet! Thank you, Faiza!
I LOVE IT!!! This looks so good on your brown eyes. Are you gonna do a tutorial for this? I would love to see your application.
Hey Stephanie! I’ll try to do a tut if I can! I so rarely do the same look twice, so it may be a bit different :)
Ok, now that is just too cute. It’s dramatic, for sure, but perfect for going out. I adore black/silver.
Thanks, Dee! Yes, this isn’t so much the “meeting your boyfriend’s parents” kind of look, but hey, I’ll go to the grocery store in it!
i LOVE it, i’m so jelly!!!! you look beautiful =)
Thanks so much, doll!!
Really - that is probably one of the best looks I have ever seen on you. It is gorgeous!
Oh wow, thank you Terri!
Loving the lips so much!!!! A fab look on you!!!!
Thank youu, Vee!
oh wow
that looks amazing
you make me want the colors even more now
Hey Alexa!
Thank you so much!
chris what do u think is the best blending brush from mac, ESP for this look
I used the 239 for blending, it’s my favorite brush for just about… everything! Otherwise the 224 would be good.
gorgeous! I went to my freestanding store today and they didn’t have the collection in yet =( Oh well, at least I have more time to look at swatches and try to find some dupes before i get something! keep up the good work!
Thanks, Gina :) That sucks that it wasn’t out :( They should have had it out!
omg this is so amazing, it took my breath away. i know i can’t do the solar bits tho. maybe i’ll get a sample lol i def need sci fidelity
Thank you so much :) lol, a sample would probably work for you!
Ohhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh, very intense!I actually like it.So Solar Bits are suppose to somewhat close like a pigment?
Thanks so much! Yes, they’re pretty much just like pigments, but they’re chunkier/grittier/looser.
Wow, it looks amazing!! I wish I was as good as you, lol!! Anyways great to see this up so soon, can’t wait for more
Thanks so much Molly! You so can do this look, too!
Wow, so dramatic! Didn’t think I would like this look but I LOVE it!
lol! Thank you, Winnie!
You look INCREDIBLE Christime! You are so precise with your blending..awesome job!
Aw, you’re too nice. Thanks, Kristy!
Totally gorgeous! I think I’m going to have to pick up a Solar Bit or two just as a toy — cuz I don’t know how often I’ll have the opportunity to wear it out, these days :P
Thanks, Carrie! You should definitely get one for fun, lol.
Looks great! I wasn’t really planning on gtting black ore but this look you did Christine just changed my mind! LOL. I’m going to the Pro store tomorrow hoping to get all solar field pigments :)
Thanks, Joyce! LOL! I suspect they should have the Solar Bits in!
This absolutely stunning! I am still going to resist but you make it so hard!!!
LOL! Thank youuu ;P
W-O-W! Love the look! One of your top 5 on my list fo-sho!
Also, I noticed your eyebrows are a bit thicker or fuller and I personally LOVE how they look as well.
(jeez…when does the coveting stop?)
Anyway, do you mind my asking what color you used to fill in your eyebrows for THIS look? And is that the same color you mostly use for your other looks or do you alternate?
By the way, thanks so much for sharing!
Hey Kharina!
Thank you!! I’ve been trying to thicken up for the past few weeks. It is very slow going, but I’m trying. I used Smut eyeshadow in this look. I do alternate between Smut, Espresso, and Carbon. It kind of depends how dramatic or dark I want my brows. Espresso is lightest — I used that for two years, probably, and I only recently started using Smut. Usually if I use Carbon, I do Espresso first, then Carbon to define–Smut is a nice in-between, basically. Less steps!
That’s an awesome look! I am not seeing anything wrong with the eye/lip color combo. I would wear that on my own face. Black Ore looks really cool. How similar is it to that Nars black gold shadow, does anyone know?
Thanks, Charlotte! It’s not TOO over the top, but it is a bold look, especially with pretty colorful lips!
Wish I could help you on the NARS comparison!
Damn you now I want Black Ore!!!!!!!!! I thought I had decided against it!
LOL! My bad, Vivien ;)
Christine!
OMFG, babe you look so FIERCE!
I like this look better with the ponytail though!
Thank you!!
Really?! How funny!
WOW! Love the look! I was going to pass on those pigments from Solar Field collection, but now I am reconsidering! I like the lippies too!
Thanks, Mai! :) They’re worth a peek if you can take one!
The eye goes well with the Sci Fi Delity/Supreme lipglass combo! Great evening look!
Aw, thanks!! It’s a bit much for everyday, but maybe for the club or an evening out, it’d be more fitting!
I don’t think I can deal with the mess of those solar bits!
It’s not too bad, honest :)
OMG! Is this look SMOKING HOT or what!!!
You look absolutely S-T-U-N-N-I-N-G!!!
Thank youuu, Theresa!! :) Glad you liked it!
wow amaaaazing. i think this is my new favorite look from you. not just the drama but the transition is wonderful up close and from a distance and i find it very wearable too. you must do a tutorial for this one.
Oh wow, thank you so much Victoria! I will try!
Love the neo-sci-fi term, but personally wouldn’t do silver. That’s brave and standout!
Thanks for the input, Neil!
oh and I forgot to ask, did you happen to see the nail polish?? I normally don’t wear any, but people rave about how long it lasts compared to others.
Hi Molly!
I sure did. They’re pretty, and if you like neons, go for it. I don’t find that MAC lasts any longer than OPI or brands in that range.
I was looking at the neutral coppper tone one; metalist. Good idea, or no???
It’s okay - I didn’t LOVE it, y’know?
OH MY GOD. this is SO freaking GORGEOUS!!!
this has to be one of your best looks so far Christine! :D
You’re too much, Viv! Thanks!
ponytail!!!!
lol ok this is drop dead fierce!!!!!!!!!!…you amaze everytime!!!..
lol!
Thanks so much, Lala! :D
I was checking out select tint seeing summers coming and I’m not always going to want to layer the makeup on, if I’m like a nw35 what shade do u think would suit me?
Hey, I’m a little confused what you mean… they have NW35 as a shade available.
I wasn’t so sure of this look when I saw only the ‘eye’ pictures…but the overall look is FANTABULOUS! Like, wow, dramatic but not overly so. I’m not from the US so this collection is gonna take some time to get here…sigh!
Thanks so much, Jan! I wish you patience :)
Wow, that looks so gorgeous! You made me want that Delity lipstick now!
Thanks so much