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
Critty
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
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 …
Christine
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Thanks so much, Critty!! :)
Yeah, it’s more of a neutral to just barely not neutral eye kind of lip color!
Tammy
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
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???
Christine
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
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!
Tammy
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
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!
Christine
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
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.
Katherine
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
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.
Christine
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
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.
Stacey
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Wow!!!! Stunning, Christine!
Christine
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Oh, thanks so much, Stacey :)
Erin
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
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.
Christine
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
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…
Vanessa
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
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!
Christine
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
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!
Jenni
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
I really like this one :)
Christine
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Thanks, Jenni :)
Shefali
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
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.
Christine
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
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!
Shefali
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
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.
Molly
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
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!!
Christine
Thursday, May 22, 2008
I know, I hope they release it soon, Molly!
Christine
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Thanks for the mini-review, Shefali! I hope the Volcanic Ash stuff comes out soon!
Ross1977
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
OMG Christine, you are gorgeous!!! This look is amazing!!!!
Ross :-)
Christine
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Aww, thank you so much, Ross!
Davina
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
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.
Christine
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
That’s great that you got some samples :)
They are quite pretty!
monique r.
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
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!
Christine
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Oh wow, thank you so much!
Faiza
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
This look is just so freaking HOTT! Christine you incorporated the colors together SO WELL. Its beauuuutiful, YOU look beautiful!!
Christine
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
You’re too sweet! Thank you, Faiza!
Stephanie D
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
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.
Christine
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
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 :)
dee
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Ok, now that is just too cute. It’s dramatic, for sure, but perfect for going out. I adore black/silver.
Christine
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
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!
Claudia M.
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
i LOVE it, i’m so jelly!!!! you look beautiful =)
Christine
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Thanks so much, doll!!
Terri
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Really – that is probably one of the best looks I have ever seen on you. It is gorgeous!
Christine
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Oh wow, thank you Terri!
Vee
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Loving the lips so much!!!! A fab look on you!!!!
Christine
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Thank youu, Vee!
Alexa
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
oh wow
that looks amazing
you make me want the colors even more now
Christine
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Hey Alexa!
Thank you so much!
jesstooimpress
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
chris what do u think is the best blending brush from mac, ESP for this look
Christine
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
I used the 239 for blending, it’s my favorite brush for just about… everything! Otherwise the 224 would be good.
Gina
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
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!
Christine
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Thanks, Gina :) That sucks that it wasn’t out :( They should have had it out!
Brooke
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
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
Christine
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Thank you so much :) lol, a sample would probably work for you!
Sharonda
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Ohhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh, very intense!I actually like it.So Solar Bits are suppose to somewhat close like a pigment?
Christine
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Thanks so much! Yes, they’re pretty much just like pigments, but they’re chunkier/grittier/looser.
Molly
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
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
Christine
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Thanks so much Molly! You so can do this look, too!
winnie
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Wow, so dramatic! Didn’t think I would like this look but I LOVE it!
Christine
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
lol! Thank you, Winnie!
Kristy
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
You look INCREDIBLE Christime! You are so precise with your blending..awesome job!
Christine
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Aw, you’re too nice. Thanks, Kristy!
Carrie
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
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
Christine
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Thanks, Carrie! You should definitely get one for fun, lol.
joyce
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
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 :)
Christine
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Thanks, Joyce! LOL! I suspect they should have the Solar Bits in!
jude
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
This absolutely stunning! I am still going to resist but you make it so hard!!!
Christine
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
LOL! Thank youuu ;P
Kharina
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
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!
Christine
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
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!
Charlotte
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
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?
Christine
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
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!
Vivien
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Damn you now I want Black Ore!!!!!!!!! I thought I had decided against it!
Christine
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
LOL! My bad, Vivien ;)
Sash
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Christine!
OMFG, babe you look so FIERCE!
I like this look better with the ponytail though!
Christine
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Thank you!!
Really?! How funny!
Mai
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
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!
Christine
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Thanks, Mai! :) They’re worth a peek if you can take one!
sweety_heart
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
The eye goes well with the Sci Fi Delity/Supreme lipglass combo! Great evening look!
Christine
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Aw, thanks!! It’s a bit much for everyday, but maybe for the club or an evening out, it’d be more fitting!
jeannie
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
I don’t think I can deal with the mess of those solar bits!
Christine
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
It’s not too bad, honest :)
Theresa
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
OMG! Is this look SMOKING HOT or what!!!
You look absolutely S-T-U-N-N-I-N-G!!!
Christine
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Thank youuu, Theresa!! :) Glad you liked it!
victoria
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
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.
Christine
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Oh wow, thank you so much Victoria! I will try!
Neil Cowley
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Love the neo-sci-fi term, but personally wouldn’t do silver. That’s brave and standout!
Christine
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Thanks for the input, Neil!
Molly
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
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.
Christine
Thursday, May 22, 2008
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.
Molly
Thursday, May 22, 2008
I was looking at the neutral coppper tone one; metalist. Good idea, or no???
Christine
Thursday, May 22, 2008
It’s okay – I didn’t LOVE it, y’know?
viv
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
OH MY GOD. this is SO freaking GORGEOUS!!!
this has to be one of your best looks so far Christine! :D
Christine
Thursday, May 22, 2008
You’re too much, Viv! Thanks!
lala
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
ponytail!!!!
lol ok this is drop dead fierce!!!!!!!!!!…you amaze everytime!!!..
Christine
Thursday, May 22, 2008
lol!
Thanks so much, Lala! :D
jesstooimpress
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
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?
Christine
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Hey, I’m a little confused what you mean… they have NW35 as a shade available.
Jan
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
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!
Christine
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Thanks so much, Jan! I wish you patience :)
Lindsay
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Wow, that looks so gorgeous! You made me want that Delity lipstick now!
Christine
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Thanks so much, Lindsay! :D
Balqees
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Dark colors look verey nice on you.
I live this look ,thank you:)
Christine
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Thank you, Balqees! :)
Zainy
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Hey Cristine,
Man these ARABIC COLORS LOOKS PERRRRRRRRRFECT ON U,RITE NOW I WANA KISS ON UR BEAUTIFUUUUUUUUUL EYES!!! LOOOOKING A PURE ARAB GAL,HIJAB MISSING…TERRIBLY!! :D
Luv,
Zzainy
Christine
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Thank you so much, Zainy!
Robin
Thursday, May 22, 2008
gorgeous, love the look!
Christine
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Thanks, Robin!
dawn
Thursday, May 22, 2008
as always awesome job. Thanks for shanring your experience and thoughts about the solar bits. They look really pretty but I might pass on these. it seems to difficult to work with. HA! But then again I might change my mind later.
Christine
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Thanks so much, Dawn! I’m happy to be your guys’ guinea pig ;)
kellie
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Has anybody with contacts tried to use solar bits yet? I can use pigments but glitter is a def no no. Just wondering how they will react with my contacts.
Christine
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Hey Kellie! I did notice a little bit of sensitivity to these (and I don’t normally have any to pigments), so it may be an iffy product for you :(
Ariele
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Gorgeous! I bought this along with Scatterays yesterday. The MA was wearing both on her eyes & it looked soo nice; she had the Black Ore toned down a lot though. I did notice that the Solar Bits get ALL over te place though. Even after I had used hand sanitizer after swatching the products on my hands, I had gold flecks EVERYWHERE.
Anyway, you used Black Ore as the base in this look, right? How did it hold up?
Christine
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Thanks, Ariele! Glad you got Black Ore! I did use it as a base — I used it with mixing medium, so it lasted all night long!
gio
Thursday, May 22, 2008
WOW, that is stunning, I love it!!
Christine
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Thanks so much, Gio! :D
Row
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Gorgeous! I love the strong eye and I love the lip – I think this face is great even though there are two focal points
Christine
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Thanks, Row! I’m personally not too comfortable with the bold eyes and lips usually, but this combo isn’t TOO strong.
Kate
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Sultry Sci-Fi…Gorgeous!
Christine
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Thanks, Kate!
Pquanda
Thursday, May 22, 2008
LOVE THIS, christine!
What do you think of a tut? I could def. use some help with these damn solar bits!
Christine
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Hey Pquanda! Thanks!
Will do!
Ju
Thursday, May 22, 2008
I don’t like strong eyes with strong lips but here, non ! This look is perfect ! It’s really “classe” and fresh.
I love it :D
Christine
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Aww!! Thank you, Ju!
evangelia
Thursday, May 22, 2008
This is one of my favorite looks that I’ve seen you do. The close-ups look like jewelry, almost.
Christine
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Thank you so much :)
Liz
Thursday, May 22, 2008
That eye makeup is true artistry. I am just floored by how GREAT it looks. Wish I could apply makeup as well.
Christine
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Oh wow, thank you so much Liz!
kellie
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Christine, would you say Femme fi and shroom and so similar that it is not worth buying?
Christine
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Hey Kellie! It’s smoother and has better pay off for me, IMO! It has a bit more pop of color, too.
Márcia
Thursday, May 22, 2008
I love the dramatic look you created with this collection, especially the touch of the bronze colour in the middle of your lid. AMAZING!
Christine
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Thank you, Marcia!! :) You’re too sweet!
pompam
Thursday, May 22, 2008
i love the outcome color!!!
its just the black color tone that ive ever dreamed for..
but the problem for me is..that messy part
with my beginner skills, i dont know whether i can pull it off or not
sign*
but kind of mixing medium did you use? did u get the glitters everywhere at the end, i mean on your face and maybe on your clothes.
Ive heard some girls complain bot how messy it is,,that worried me
Christine
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Thanks, Pompam!! I’m glad you liked it :D
I just used the water-based kind. It doesn’t get all over your face or clothes, just underneath the eye area.
fredsonic
Wednesday, June 4, 2008
Ooh, thats nice! Well done.
Christine
Thursday, June 5, 2008
Thank you so much! :)
Maria
Wednesday, June 11, 2008
This is one of my favorites of your looks. I’m amazed. BEAUTIFUL!
Christine
Thursday, June 12, 2008
Thanks, Maria!
Tatti
Thursday, June 12, 2008
This looks SO gorgeous with your hair up!!! you did a kickass job with the eyeshadows, I’m in love :-)
Christine
Thursday, June 12, 2008
Aww, thank you so much, Tatti :D Black Ore is so awesome!
Make-up artist
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
Nice combination of colors on a lower part of the eye.
So bright it’s just glowing !
Natalia
Christine
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
Thanks, Natalia!
aksaiyo
Sunday, October 18, 2009
Wow, (yes I am late to the party) this is really gorgeous! I’ve always loved black and gold together, and was looking for an inspirational FOTD when I found this! Thanks so much! I’ve ordered black ore and can’t wait for my aunt to bring it to me when she comes to visit!!
Christine
Monday, October 26, 2009
Thank you, Aksaiyo!
Bettina
Friday, January 1, 2010
that would have been some fun nye make up for last night…I love it. :) Happy 2010 everyone!
Christine
Saturday, January 2, 2010
Thanks, Bettina! Happy new year!