Patina

By Ana Maria 3 years ago.

MAC Patina is unique beautiful taupe-brown gold in the pan, but lacks pigmentation; no matter which brush I tried I could only get a light wash of color. I guess layering on top of something more opaque would help, but I personally don't bother with that. I would actually say it has more cool undertones, maybe even some greyness. The formula is very prone to fallout, when I pick it up with a brush I get almost chunky bits.

By Pedro 9 years ago.

So pretty, but you have to work it onto a few layers to get it good

By Barbie 9 years ago.

I was originally going to buy Woodwinked (a warm, frosty brown, with a decent amount of sparkle) but after learning that it was sold out, I was shown Patina as a comp. It's definitely not as shiny as Woodwinked, which I happen to like because it seems more suitable for everyday wear. But I've also used it as a base shade with Woodwinked for an evening party. Definitely worth every penny. xx

By Mariella 12 years ago.

Like Julia, the previous reviewer, I find that Patina really shines (pun only partly intended) when layered over Powersurge Eye Kohl (a pencil I never thought I'd want or need!). Patina is such a terrific shade for so many looks and if, like me, you don't generally go in for anything flamoyant, you will find Patina a great shadow to own.

By Julia 12 years ago.

Patina is one the most interesting and unique shades. It is not quite gold, but not quite brown either. Patina does tend to go on sheer, but it is buildable. If you use a flat shader brush like the MAC 239, then it is more easy to get the product opaque. I have also found that Patina looks phenomenal when layered over MAC Powersurge pencil. The Powersurge brings out more of the complexity of Patina. Patina lasts all day without creasing on me as long as I use an eyeshadow primer, but that is usually the standard for me with any eyeshadow.