Release Date:
December 26th, 2008
Hi Beauties! MAC has a lot going on this Holiday Season. Among the collections coming out is the Dame Edna collection, inspired by the alter ego Dame Edna herself. Like Dame Edna, this collection seems to be just as bold and eccentric. The colors are heavily based in blues and sparkly finishes. While I do enjoy a nice shimmer to my makeup, I am not sure that this collection is speaking to me very much when it comes to the eye shadows. Of all of the makeup colors, I think I like the Splendid lipgloss the best.
The most appealing thing to me about the collection is the packaging. Once again, MAC delivers creative and entertaining packaging. If you were carrying around a lipstick from the Dame Edna collection, there’d be no mistaking it. The bluish-purple base color is accented with stars all over. The coup de grace is the signature red diamond encrusted pointy glasses that adorn each item. The packaging really does grab your eye and it seems to stay true to the Dame herself.
The collection is complete with nail polish, powders, eye shadows, lipsticks, and lipglosses. Each item is imaginatively named appropriately reflecting some aspect of the notorious Dame Edna persona known for humor and entertainment around the world. I have listed what is believed to be in the complete line. If anything is added, I’ll be sure to update the list. The collection will be launching the day after Christmas!
Royal Tour Eye Shadow Trio
• Climate Blue: Shimmery purple-blue
• Dame’s Desire: Frosty pale purple
• Royal Tour: Shimmery cool purple
Wisteria Eye Shadow Trio
• Divine Night: Frosty charcoal
• Fireshine: Frosty silver
• Wisteria: Frosty pale Tiffany blue
Lipstick
• Coral Polyp: Creamy bright orange-coral
• Gladiola: Matte blue-pink
• Kanga Rouge: Creamy blue-red
Lipglass
• Hot Frost: Shimmery blue-pink
• Possum Nose: Bright red-coral
• Splendid: Pale pink-coral
Powder
• Spectacle!: Matte pale pink
• What a Dame!: Matte pale peach
Makeup tips
How to apply concealer-
Concealers are typically used for those hard to cover problem areas such as acne, scars, blotches and uneven skin tone. First start with clean and towel blot skin. Apply the concealer directly to the affected area using a spatula that generally comes with the product. You can also use fingertips to apply but make sure they are clean first. Gently spread a light covering over the area until it is indistinguishable from the surrounding skin. Apply starting at the center of the area and move outward. While the concealer is still damp apply a loose powder on top to set, seal, and dry the concealer. Once these steps are completed you can decide weather of not to use foundation
Moisturizers- Moisturizers are a great way for keeping the skin moist and hydrated. As a general rule it is advised that a moisturizer should be applied before make up and even without make up. When choosing a moisturizer select on that is rich in conditioning properties such as glycerine or niacinamide. these products attach moisture from the environment to the skin. Shea Butter also helps keep skin moisturized
How to apply eyeliner- Eyeliners are used to give more definitions to the eye. They highlight the eyes and make the lashed look fuller and thicker. Eyeliners should be color coded with your eye shadow. Liquid eyeliner are the most popular forms but beginners may want to start with a pencil for easier coordination. Eyeliners should be applied from the inner canvas to the outer with the middle canvas being the thickest.
How to apply mascara- The purpose of mascara is to build up your lashes. Mascara makes your lashes look longer, thicker, and more smoldering. For women with curly lashes apply mascara vertically. For women with semi straight lashes hold the brush horizontally and do entire lash upward, rolling the wand for fullness.
How to apply lip color
1. Apply lip color adjuster
2. Outline your lips with a sharp liner pencil
3. Edge in the lipstick color along the pencil outline and coat the lips, starting with the bottom and moving to the upper lip. Apply more color to he center moving outward toward edges. If your lips are smooth apply directly from tube
4. Add lip gloss for moist effect
How to apply eye shadow
1. Apply a light color over your entire eye lid from lash line to brow. Use a large flat eye shadow brush. Always use good quality brushes.
2. The second step is to apply a medium shadow color on your lower lid from lash line to the crease of your eye. Use a fluff brush.
3.The third step is to use your darkest color as a liner and apply along your lash line. To insure shadow will not flake, dampen your eyeliner brush before applying shadow. This will make it last longer.
Concealers are typically used for those hard to cover problem areas such as acne, scars, blotches and uneven skin tone. First start with clean and towel blot skin. Apply the concealer directly to the affected area using a spatula that generally comes with the product. You can also use fingertips to apply but make sure they are clean first. Gently spread a light covering over the area until it is indistinguishable from the surrounding skin. Apply starting at the center of the area and move outward. While the concealer is still damp apply a loose powder on top to set, seal, and dry the concealer. Once these steps are completed you can decide weather of not to use foundation
Moisturizers- Moisturizers are a great way for keeping the skin moist and hydrated. As a general rule it is advised that a moisturizer should be applied before make up and even without make up. When choosing a moisturizer select on that is rich in conditioning properties such as glycerine or niacinamide. these products attach moisture from the environment to the skin. Shea Butter also helps keep skin moisturized
How to apply eyeliner- Eyeliners are used to give more definitions to the eye. They highlight the eyes and make the lashed look fuller and thicker. Eyeliners should be color coded with your eye shadow. Liquid eyeliner are the most popular forms but beginners may want to start with a pencil for easier coordination. Eyeliners should be applied from the inner canvas to the outer with the middle canvas being the thickest.
How to apply mascara- The purpose of mascara is to build up your lashes. Mascara makes your lashes look longer, thicker, and more smoldering. For women with curly lashes apply mascara vertically. For women with semi straight lashes hold the brush horizontally and do entire lash upward, rolling the wand for fullness.
How to apply lip color
1. Apply lip color adjuster
2. Outline your lips with a sharp liner pencil
3. Edge in the lipstick color along the pencil outline and coat the lips, starting with the bottom and moving to the upper lip. Apply more color to he center moving outward toward edges. If your lips are smooth apply directly from tube
4. Add lip gloss for moist effect
How to apply eye shadow
1. Apply a light color over your entire eye lid from lash line to brow. Use a large flat eye shadow brush. Always use good quality brushes.
2. The second step is to apply a medium shadow color on your lower lid from lash line to the crease of your eye. Use a fluff brush.
3.The third step is to use your darkest color as a liner and apply along your lash line. To insure shadow will not flake, dampen your eyeliner brush before applying shadow. This will make it last longer.
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