Show Orchid, Impassioned Lipsticks
Swatches for MAC Colour Ready!
Includes lip swatches :)
Bitter, White Frost eyeshadows; Rapid Black
Impassioned Lipstick
Show Orchid Lipstick
Prep + Prime Line Filler
Left side normal; right side Prep + Prime Line Filler
Prep + Prime Transparent Finishing Powder
Prep + Prime Transparent Finishing Powder
Prep + Prime Transparent Finishing Powder
Prep + Prime Transparent Finishing Powder (Unblended!)
cat
Thursday, March 26, 2009
I am loving the Show Orchid lipstick!! I am def. getting it when this comes out!
Christine
Thursday, March 26, 2009
It’s very bright! What are you gonna wear it with, Cat?
Ashley
Thursday, March 26, 2009
wow the line-filler looks awesome! also i love the show orchid lipstick!
Christine
Thursday, March 26, 2009
I was impressed :D I’ll have to give it a few more tries, though!
Brigitte
Thursday, March 26, 2009
Oh wow… the line-filler looks amazing! I’ll definitely have to try that on and see how I like it when it comes out. Eeeek.
Christine
Thursday, March 26, 2009
Let me know if it works well on ya :) I gotta give it a few more tries on my face to see if it’s as impressive!
Phantom Goddess
Thursday, March 26, 2009
Impassioned is GORGEOUSSS!!!! That line filler looks promising!!!
Christine
Thursday, March 26, 2009
Are you getting Impassioned? :)
Richel
Thursday, March 26, 2009
Hmm.. I’m loving Show Orchid!
Just a question though- What do you think is better color choice for NC40 SKIN?
Girl about town L/s or Show Orchid L/S
I really want a hot pink lipstick and I’m just stuck on which one! :(
DARN MAC and their amazing colors!
Christine
Thursday, March 26, 2009
Hmm, I kind of like Show Orchid better on me, personally! (I’m NC30ish)
Victoria Maria
Friday, March 27, 2009
I totally disagree Christine, the impassioned looks sensational on you :-)
Christine
Friday, March 27, 2009
Thanks, Victoria :)
Jessika
Sunday, March 29, 2009
I’m NC35 and Full Fucshia looks amazing, its warmer so may work well with your skintone.
Phyrra
Thursday, March 26, 2009
Those lipsticks are hot!
Christine
Thursday, March 26, 2009
Hot indeed! I don’t think I’ve ever worn either, LOL. I just am drawn to hot pink lipsticks!
Ashlee
Thursday, March 26, 2009
I want both lipsticks.
Christine
Thursday, March 26, 2009
Think you’ll splurge on ‘em, Ashlee?
Liz
Friday, March 27, 2009
Oh man, I think I’ll have to splurge on both!!
Christine
Friday, March 27, 2009
Haha ;)
vicki
Thursday, March 26, 2009
I want to know how well that powder works! Keep is posted!
Christine
Thursday, March 26, 2009
The powder just seems like a normal powder. I don’t notice anything particularly OMG! about it yet. It sets my makeup, and I don’t look oily at the end of the day, but that’s how my face is with most powders :P
Nicole15
Friday, March 27, 2009
I agree with Christine Vicki. I tried MUFE HD powder & i wasn’t floored by it. This one by MAC seems exactly the same. It just does the same as any other finishing powder. No miracle in this jar.
Christine
Friday, March 27, 2009
I’ve tried it, too — I didn’t notice anything for me, but hey, I know others love it, so ;)
D
Thursday, March 26, 2009
Hey Christine!
Is the Prep+Prime Transparent Finishing Powder similar to the MUFE HD Powder?
Christine
Thursday, March 26, 2009
Yes, it seemed like it to me! The ingredients seemed similar as well (it’s silica based).
Sandra
Thursday, March 26, 2009
it’s all about that line filler!
Christine
Thursday, March 26, 2009
I figured that pic would get attention, ha!
Rachael
Thursday, March 26, 2009
Okay I have to admit, that Prep + Prime Line Filler is pretty amazing!
Christine
Thursday, March 26, 2009
I know, right? I was wow-ed!
abby
Thursday, March 26, 2009
Hi Christine both lipsticks look gorgeous. Would u compared show orchid to girl about town? can u tell the difference?
Christine
Thursday, March 26, 2009
Girl About Town is really just… pink? Like a hot pink, but not as bright as Show Orchid. I’ll try to compare tomorrow!
HijabiApprentice
Thursday, March 26, 2009
I like the Show Orchid and the liner filler and I don’t even have lines LOL!
Christine
Friday, March 27, 2009
LOL!
babycakeseses
Thursday, March 26, 2009
just wanted to say thank you so much for ALL the GREAT info and looks, etc.~ your website is the BEST!!~
Christine
Friday, March 27, 2009
Thank you! :) I’m so happy you enjoy the site!
Nunu
Thursday, March 26, 2009
The line filler…omg…i wonder how it compares to Estee Lauder’s Idealist pore minimizing skin refinisher on the face?I just put my refinisher on the back of my hand and it in no ways compare to that line filler!
Christine
Friday, March 27, 2009
No idea, I haven’t tried the EL product you mentioned. But maybe you can tell us :D
Sugarcrumb
Saturday, April 4, 2009
Hi Nunu,
I’ve tried Estee Lauder’s Idealist Pore Minimising Skin Refinisher – went thru a whole bottle and then i repurchased cos i thought that i have to give it time to work. My skin does feel smoother (it was beginning to look a little crepe-y for a while) but i think you have to continuously use Idealist to get results. I’m definitely gonna get the P+P Line Filler when (or IF EVER) it launches in Singapore. We don’t get some things – our MAC counters here don’t carry Strobe liquid (only cream)
Kacie
Friday, March 27, 2009
that line filler is going to be my new bff. and i’ll probably have to pick one up for my mom too.
Christine
Friday, March 27, 2009
Tell me about it! I’m thinking about getting it for some of my family, too!
migzy
Friday, March 27, 2009
that line filler looks amazing! im gonna need that!
Christine
Friday, March 27, 2009
I know, right?!
lindsey
Friday, March 27, 2009
OMG what is going on with that line filler and where can I get one!?!?
Christine
Friday, March 27, 2009
It comes out at MAC on April 2nd!
DevilishDoll
Friday, March 27, 2009
Those lipsticks look like something that Christina Aguilera would love. The swatches settle it though, I definitely want the eyeshadow eventually. I’ve been wanting a pure white, frosty eyeshadow.
Christine
Friday, March 27, 2009
Haha, yes, I’d have to agree with you. These do look like colors she’d wear!
1cig
Friday, March 27, 2009
OMG! Impassioned looks amazing! needs…it…now..!
Thanx for this!
Christine
Friday, March 27, 2009
No problem, hun!
Skyler
Friday, March 27, 2009
Holy CRAP @ the Line Filler! That’s a pretty amazing product. Really liking Impassioned too; wasn’t planning to get that before!
Christine
Friday, March 27, 2009
It definitely looks amazing, doesn’t it? I don’t even have to say anything, I can let the swatch speak for itself!
Arika BH
Friday, March 27, 2009
I want Show Orchid lipstick! It would look so amazing with Palatial Lustreglass, and bronzer. I cant wait for this, and I’m super interested in the primers and setting powder. I’m really looking forward to this one.I already have Bitter sO I can pass. I don’t need the other stuff really.
Christine
Friday, March 27, 2009
Show Orchid is super pretty, though I’ve yet to actually wear it, LOL. Maybe this launch will encourage me to!
elle
Friday, March 27, 2009
The line filler looks amazing. I’m looking forward to this collection just for that.
Christine
Friday, March 27, 2009
Glad you like it, Elle! I hope it works for you!
Sanny
Friday, March 27, 2009
wow those lippies are nice! and the line filler is a amazing o_O
Christine
Friday, March 27, 2009
Are you gonna get anything, Sanny?
Stefani
Friday, March 27, 2009
want the line filler def!!
Christine
Friday, March 27, 2009
It’s a must!
AbbyL
Friday, March 27, 2009
Yeah, i’m in total agreement about the line filler, it looks incredible!!!! If this is limited edition i might have to get two…
Christine
Friday, March 27, 2009
It’s permanent! :) Just found that out!
apfelwinter
Friday, March 27, 2009
Wow, the Prime Line Filler’s effect is really dramatic!
Christine
Friday, March 27, 2009
It’s definitely great at filling in very shallow lines for sure!
IZzySA
Friday, March 27, 2009
I have had Impassioned for a long time.. is this the same one? If so, it is a beautiful color. Same with Snow orchid.. the skin products– no thanks, I would rather pay a bit more, MAC’s technology has not been the best for skin care. I would have to read the ingredients of the skin filler.
Christine
Friday, March 27, 2009
It should be! :)
Luv J
Friday, March 27, 2009
P+P Line Filler looks promising with its claims.. only half ounce packaging? Those lip colors look gorgeous!
Christine
Friday, March 27, 2009
It’s really only meant to be used in spots, rather than everywhere, so you should get plenty of uses out of it. It’s not as pricey as other line fillers, either, at least!
Andrea
Friday, March 27, 2009
I’ve been dying for a line filler but was wondering if anyone is using a great line filler presently?
Christine
Friday, March 27, 2009
I’m not, sorry!
Heather
Friday, March 27, 2009
I love that Impassioned lipstick!!! It is so beautiful!!!
Twitter: makeupgirl513
Christine
Friday, March 27, 2009
Glad you like it, Heather!
Christina C
Friday, March 27, 2009
The Line Filler looks like something I need. I was interested in the MUFE HD powder so I may give the Mac one a try.
Christine
Friday, March 27, 2009
I think this is cheaper than MUFE, though I’m not 100% sure on that.
Amy
Friday, March 27, 2009
hi christine, thanks for the swatches!
how does show orchid compare to gladiola?
Liz
Friday, March 27, 2009
Ooh, good question.
Christine
Friday, March 27, 2009
Show Orchid is more fuchsia than Gladiola, and the finish is a lil’ different. Show Orchid has more sheen, Gladiola is very creamy.
samaya
Friday, March 27, 2009
line filler…pretty cool stuff….
is it similar to other primers?? like the texture n all??
Christine
Friday, March 27, 2009
It’s not really a primer, it’s pretty much just a line filler! It does feel similar to primers, though.
sprut6
Friday, March 27, 2009
No, I did two hauls recently and I’m gearing up for romance but I like the looks of the eyeshadows.
Christine
Friday, March 27, 2009
I can’t wait for Rose Romance either :)
Ally
Friday, March 27, 2009
I want bitter and rapid black
Christine
Friday, March 27, 2009
Nice picks!
G
Friday, March 27, 2009
Does anyone know the formulas of the lipsticks?
Christine
Friday, March 27, 2009
I think they’re amplified cremes, but don’t quote me. I have to go find them to confirm!
Lucy
Friday, March 27, 2009
WOW the PP Liner Filler great
Christine
Friday, March 27, 2009
Definitely :D
Angie
Friday, March 27, 2009
Both lipsticks and line filler MUST be mine!
Christine
Friday, March 27, 2009
Haha!
Nicole15
Friday, March 27, 2009
The P&P line filler swatch makes it look like a wonder product. Hope it is cause i could really use something for filling in the “11″ lines btwn. my eyes & my laugh lines. Question is – how long does it actually stay looking the way it does in the swatch?
Those lip colors look beautiful on you. I would love to see you try them with a look because I could probably get a better feel with seeing the whole kit-n-kaboodle.
Christine
Friday, March 27, 2009
Hey Nicole,
I think it definitely works really well for fine lines, but I’m sure the effect won’t be quite as dramatic on deeper, more visible lines, you know? It does seem to help on all lines, though :)
I’ll see if I can do any looks with these!
Rebecca
Friday, March 27, 2009
Christine,
Is it just me or does it look liker the line filler accentuated pigmentation in your skin? I mean, it looks amazingly matte and there is almost a soft focus to the skin tone, but it seems to have brought out the variation in pigment between your ‘freckles’/pigment and lighter areas. …Or is this just how it looks on the computer only?
I mean I like my barely there dusting of freckles, but I don’t want it to be brought out even more so it looks like sun damage. LOL
Christine
Friday, March 27, 2009
Hey Rebecca,
I don’t think so. I think because it’s smoother, they’re clearer, because normally you see the lines of my hand, which kind of interferes with seeing any freckling (because I don’t actually see any freckles on my hands, lol!).
Kharina
Friday, March 27, 2009
I think Show Orchid and Impassioned lipsticks are brighter and sheerer versions of the Dame Edna lipstick collections…I could barely pull of the Dame Edna lip colors so these are a definite no for me. :(
Christine
Friday, March 27, 2009
They are definitely similar! Impassioned is similar to Coral Polyp, but I’d say it’s pinker.
Liz
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
What would you say to someone (fair, blonde, blue-eyed) debating between Coral Polyp & Impassioned? I remember the veins trick you mentioned earlier & I’d say that my veins are more green than blue. I’m a NW20 (according to concealer a SA matched me for).
LOOOVE your blog!!
Christine
Thursday, April 2, 2009
Coral Polyp and Impassioned are VERYY similar. Like super, super similar. I’d say maybe Impassioned is more suitable, but they’re really close to each other!
Liz
Monday, April 6, 2009
Thanks!! :)
Mel
Friday, March 27, 2009
I am loving those lips. I’ve always been a fan of bright lips with toned down eyes and cheeks, so this trend is awesome for me! I’m digging Impassioned and Show Orchid, and I’m a little excited for the finishing powder. I’ve never used anything like it, but when I got to play with it a couple of weeks ago, I fell in love!
Christine
Friday, March 27, 2009
You’ll have to check out these lipsticks for sure then ;)
Anitacska
Friday, March 27, 2009
It seems Mac has a bright pink/fuchsia lipstick with every collection, eg. Gladiola from Dame Edna and Snow Orchid. Will be passing on this collection altogether.
Christine
Friday, March 27, 2009
Yes, MAC likes their bright fuchsias ;P Even Sugarsweet had Sweet Thing!
Anitacska
Sunday, March 29, 2009
Sweet thing is on my wishlist for Sugarsweet (still waiting for it :(), it didn’t seem quite as bright for me as Snow Orchid and Gladiola. Do you think it’s as bright? I’ll have to see it in person I guess.
Liz
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
I have both Sweet Thing & Gladiola & I’d have to say that ST is def not as bright as Gladiola. Sweet Thing is a lustre and goes on much sheerer that Gladiola, which is matte. I’m pale with blue eyes & blond hair & ST looks like my lips but better; it def still looks natural on me while Gladiola is bright and attention grabbing. ST sort of reminds me of Clinique Almost Lipstick Black Honey, as it has a berry/just bitten quality to it. Gladiola is much more opaque and reminds me of Lickable & Lavender Whip, which are, on me, respectively, are a bright, deep, clean, blue-pink/fuschia & a blue-y purple. I’m not 100% about my descriptions of the colors though, I’m a new but eager MAC enthusiast.
I hope that was helpful!
Christine
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
It’s not as bright as Show Orchid or Gladiola for sure!
Jacquelyn
Friday, March 27, 2009
I’m dying to try out all three of the Prep + Prime products especially the Transparent Finishing Powder.
Christine
Friday, March 27, 2009
I hope you like ‘em, Jacquelyn!
mhaellix
Friday, March 27, 2009
I like the filler and probably the zone.
Christine
Friday, March 27, 2009
Nice! I am a bit leery of the primer, but I shall try…
Diana
Friday, March 27, 2009
I can’t wait til this comes out! Is this going to be LE only though? Or perm?
Christine
Friday, March 27, 2009
The Prep + Prime products are perm :)
kittylounger
Friday, March 27, 2009
are you familiar with MAC’s matte-cream (clear tube-y thing), is that new line filler similar? or what is the difference? thanks for any help! yea, that pic is great!
i like show orchid lippie too!
Christine
Friday, March 27, 2009
MAC’s Mattifier? That one just reduces the oilies, while the Line Filler is about filling in your lines by plumping them up :) Two totally different things, so definitely check it out!
Stina
Friday, March 27, 2009
Can someone please tell me what the main ingredients of ‘Prep + Prime Line Filler’ are? Thanks!
Christine
Saturday, March 28, 2009
Aww, I just threw away the box so I don’t have the list any more :(
Mia
Saturday, March 28, 2009
Hey Christine, I stop by your site everyday and get so much information about MAC collection launches and products, so I thought you would have the most knowledge about the lipsticks. My mother’s birthday is coming up in just a couple days and I am planning on getting her a MAC lipstick (all the lipstick she uses are old and bad quality!). She doesn’t wear much makeup and she doesn’t want to take much time applying it either. She is the type where she would just want to slap on some lipstick and not worry about it for the rest of the day. I doubt she would want to line her lips and apply a lip balm, because she would claim it’s too much of a hassle. I was wondering if you could recommend a lipstick finish (Satin, Amplified Creme, etc.) that would work on women like her. I know she dislikes dry lips and feathering. I wouldn’t know how to thank you if you did reply and help me find a lipstick that she would enjoy. Thanks beforehand, you are so beautiful! :)
Christine
Saturday, March 28, 2009
Go with glazes or amplified cremes, I think she’d like those. They tend to be very creamy and hydrating. Glazes may be better, though, because they’re not quite as pigmented as the amplified cremes — the more pigmented a lipstick is, the more likely feathering is to occur.
Stacey
Saturday, March 28, 2009
Wow… Impassioned looks like a completely different colour on you than it does on me!
I cannot wait to try that line filler around my lips to see if it helps feathering :D
Christine
Saturday, March 28, 2009
How does it look on you, Stacey? :)
Nathalie
Monday, March 30, 2009
I’m a bit lighter than NC20. Does the powder really give a transparent finish to the skin, Christine? It’s not whitening?
Christine
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
It’s transparent on me, I didn’t notice any whiteness!
Jessie
Monday, March 30, 2009
That prep and prime looks like it can do AMAZING thing O.o
Nathalie
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Actually it reminds me of YSL Matte Touch
Christine
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
lol! I hope so, Jessie :D
Emm
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
I see you don’t have refined zone, I was curious is it good? I have combination oily skin and it sounds awesome.
Christine
Thursday, April 2, 2009
I haven’t been able to try it yet, Emm!
aradhana
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
christine–can you do a look where you use the line filler? it’d be nice to see how it looks on the face…pretty impressive swatch!
can’t wait till this comes out in the uk! the lipcolours look fab!
Christine
Thursday, April 2, 2009
I’ll sure try!
Kharina
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Ok, so if I wanted to apply the following; moisturizer, foundation, face primer, and this new product–prep + prime line filler….how should it all be applied and in what order without it hopefully looking like too much?
Christine
Thursday, April 2, 2009
I believe moisturizer, primer, foundation, line filler.
Torrie
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
Thanks for these swatches…the lippies look amazing! If I have Crazee (from Red She Said) and Girl About Town….do I still *need* Show Orchid and Impassionate? What do you think Christine?
Christine
Thursday, April 2, 2009
No problem, Torrie! Crazee isn’t as pigmented/bright as eithe rof them, though Girl About Town is pretty bright – though not quite the same as Show Orchid ;)
If you wear Girl About Town a lot, go for one of the new ones!
Andrienne
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
the line filler looks amazing! i can say bye-bye to those ugly dry lines of mine!
Christine
Thursday, April 9, 2009
It IS pretty amazing :)