MAC • Pigment in Copper Sparkle • Eye Shadow

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*TOP REVIEWER* curlywurly100 on 1/1/2013 11:54:00 AM more reviews by curlywurly100

Age: 19-24   Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium   Hair: Brunette, Curly, Medium   Eyes: Brown    

Copper Sparkle is a true copper shimmer pigment with plenty of glitter and sparkle. i first want to talk about the texture and awkwardness of this product and how i tackle that.
this pigment is an extremely chunky consistency. it's almost like glitter in a jar. in fact, when i first used this, i excitedly ripped open the box and just applied this over the make-up i already had on. fail. it just fell everywhere and didn't stay on my lids. then i tried it wet! this completely obliterated the sparkles and it went on this condensed metallic copper. but i didn't like the way it dried and i generally dislike using products wet personally. so then i removed all my make-up, reapplied foundation and primer on my eyelids, and then i applied this straight away with a flat brush and SUCCESS. the chunks blended into a gorgeous shimmer and just a few remained to keep it sparkly, but it really delivered, with minimal fall out too. so that's how i now use this. i believe that as long as you have a tacky sticky base and apply this with a flat brush, you can't go wrong. i make sure to apply my foundation after my eye make-up and it also helps to remove any fall out, if any, from my cheeks with make-up remover and a cotton bud. i also recommend trying this with TFSI in 'Glitter Glue' if you can get your hands on it. or MAC's mixing medium which i've heard is very useful.
now a bit more on the shade. this is a true mid-tone burnt copper. if you also love MAC's Coppering, then this is for you! i feel that the way i apply this blends in enough of the sparkle for it to be more than just a special, once in a while pigment that i can wear more often. but it still really is special. i'm wearing it today with MAC's Tan pigment applied in the center and 'Brown Down' and 'Sketch' in the crease and 'Carbon' in the outer corner. don't forget to blend it all! i have also uploaded a picture above with details for anyone interested. it has my username on it.
overall, i think this is a wonderful pigment to own and experiment with, especially if you have blue eyes! i think pigments require a lot of patience and experimentation, which is why i think it's easy to get frustrated with them, but they are worth it! especially this one.

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*TOP REVIEWER* kpennock on 12/15/2011 10:08:00 PM more reviews by kpennock

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination, Fair, Neutral   Hair: Brown, Straight, Fine   Eyes: Blue    

This pigment is in my top 5 pigments I love. Getting used to working with the loose pigment vs pressed is different but the effect is amazing. Just put on a primer first and you shouldnt have any trouble with it. It comes out a very bold shimmery copper. I love to pair it with Golden lemon or if I am feeling bold using the Rose pigment on the outer edge of the lid, coppersparkle in the middle and then golden lemon on the inner lid. It gives a very vibrant fresh look.

I have bought this product twice and have never found any other copper that works like this does. LOVE LOVE LOVE it.

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*TOP REVIEWER* SimpleNSexy on 10/27/2011 4:20:00 PM more reviews by SimpleNSexy

Age: 18 & Under   Skin: Acne-prone, Medium, Cool   Hair: Brunette, Wavy, Medium   Eyes: Brown    

The name says it all. After my immense success w/MAC pigments, this was a huge letdown
Colour: sparkly copper with sheen
This is basically a copper glitter that is by no means sheer. The colour in the jar is the colour u get. But the fall-out is HORRIBLE!!!!! Even w/kleenex pressed under my eye, the sparkles went everywhere!!! (how'd it end up on my chin?!!) So yeah, not even gonna buy a full size or use the rest

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melivore on 3/19/2011 9:48:00 AM more reviews by melivore

Age: 19-24   Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium   Hair: Red   Eyes: Green    

I love this product!!! I only ever wear it when I'm going on a girl's night out and really want to emphasise the colour of my eyes. I am an nc20 in the winter and can go to an nw35 in the summer depending on my tan and to be honest it sometimes is a bit too pigmented for me in the winter but I sometimes go for that look, i just don't put as much on. I put it with jest as a base and a very inky black eyeliner and mascara. It does make my green/brown eyes look so much greener!!

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MakeupByImani on 12/29/2010 1:03:00 AM more reviews by MakeupByImani

Age: 18 & Under   Skin: Combination, Dark, Warm   Hair: Black, Relaxed, Coarse   Eyes: Brown    

This color is beautiful! I am in awe. I am African American and have a caramel/chocolate color skin and it looks so good. I've tried it dry and wet, both look ah mazing. It is such a good color to add to your collection. It was $19.50, I mean kind of pricey, but it isn't a color I would use everyday so it will last me quite awhile. I love the slim bottle packaging and it has a plastic insert so it's not messy when the top is opened. MUST HAVE :)

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efrazier on 4/10/2010 4:16:00 PM more reviews by efrazier

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination, Olive, Cool   Hair: Brown, Curly, Medium   Eyes: Brown    

I saw this at the CCO. At first I really hated this color but I applied this wet with the 242 brush and it is actually not that bad. The sparkles actually melt when applies wet. 12/15 I really love this pigment now. I saw an artist wear this with chocolate brown pigment and it was so nice.

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tooshypanda on 4/2/2010 6:00:00 AM more reviews by tooshypanda

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium, Neutral   Hair: Blond, Wavy, Fine   Eyes: Green    

A really nice colour and very pigmented - a shame that my colouring does not suit copper or sparkly!!

I would recommend this based on its staying power and how a tiny tiny amount is enough for a whole lid.

I think anyone with olive or darker skin-tones would look great in it.

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Sweedalicious on 2/23/2010 5:39:00 PM more reviews by Sweedalicious

Age: 19-24   Skin: Combination, Fair, Warm   Hair: Red, Straight, Fine   Eyes: Green    

The color is gorgeous, but the texture is awful! No matter how much you tap off, you WILL end up with a bunch of color on your cheeks. I would not purchase it again. Thankfully, I only bought a sample.

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*TOP REVIEWER* niclyf on 9/20/2009 2:56:00 PM more reviews by niclyf

Age: 30-35   Skin: Combination, Medium, Warm   Hair: Brunette, Straight, Fine   Eyes: Brown    

The name on this one fits it perfectly ... it's copper for sure, and spakles like mad! It's highly shimmery and incredibly gorgeous on, assuming you can actually get more of it to stick to your lid than fall on the rest of your face. The trick with this is applying it wet .. and used wet, the color is so striking that you really have to use a light hand without looking ridiculous! That said, this looks stunning pressed wet on the lid or used in conjunction with blacktrack to line with. The texture of this is what kills this pigment for me though. It's so chunky, that using it dry just isn't an option (I've attached a picture by the heading that reflects this statement.) All in all though, gorgeous color, just not one I can use without investing more time in applying it with precision.

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adOrk_aBLe on 9/16/2009 5:06:00 AM more reviews by adOrk_aBLe

Age: 19-24   Skin: Normal, Olive, Cool   Hair: Black, Wavy, Medium   Eyes: Brown    

I love the color. I have naturally tan skin so it works well with my skin tone. I like to use a black base underneath so the color appears less orange. I find this works very well! Only need to use a little bit of the product to get a lot of pigmentation.

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*TOP REVIEWER* bobbictx on 7/11/2009 6:28:00 AM more reviews by bobbictx

Age: 30-35   Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Blue    

This color is sooo pretty, but WAY too orange. However, lightly latered over a brown, black, or any other dark color, it looks very nice. Will repurchase.

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kimby83 on 4/25/2009 3:24:00 AM more reviews by kimby83

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination, Fair   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Hazel    

WAY TO ORANGE FOR MY PPP SKIN IT WAS JUST GLITTER ON TOP OF ORANGE GREAT PAY OFF NOT MUCH NEEDS TO BE USED TO GET COLOR/GLITTER JUST NOT FOR ME

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*TOP REVIEWER* fabmac1 on 4/24/2009 7:20:00 PM more reviews by fabmac1

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination   Hair: Black   Eyes: Brown    

I don't understand the low "buy again" percentage!! This pigment is AWESOME!!! I totally agree with the reviewer that said it looks like "crushed pennies"!!!! It looks chunky (maybe even flake-like) but goes on so smooth!! I get compliments EVERYTIME I wear this!! Looks great layered over tan pigment with Mulch in the crease. LOVE IT!

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Inchworm on 12/25/2008 2:38:00 PM more reviews by Inchworm

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination, Fair   Hair: Blond   Eyes: Brown    

Love this color! It's like a brand new penny, as described in other reviews. Highly metallic and quite the unusual color. It takes flak for being chunky but if you use a primer and soft brush it actually blends very well.

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annak5506 on 10/14/2008 9:45:00 PM more reviews by annak5506

Age: 19-24   Skin: Dry, Olive   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Brown    

the color is awesome. it looks like a crushed up penny. the flecks seem to fall off of my lid. a little goes a very long way though. i rarely wear it because it simply isnt my color.

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cherry1411 on 10/5/2008 6:58:00 PM more reviews by cherry1411

Age: 19-24   Skin: Dry, Fair   Hair: Blond   Eyes: Blue    

i agree i think it is very pretty in the pot but its not very versitile. i have probably only worn it twice and it fades quickly. i really wasnt impressed with this and it was my first pigment. let the side down a bit really

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Mclark05 on 9/29/2008 3:57:00 PM more reviews by Mclark05

Age: 19-24   Skin: Oily, Dark   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Brown    

Love this color! Got in a set with 4 other colors around Xmas time...It is a different color and a little goes a long way!

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*TOP REVIEWER* Lexieberry on 9/23/2008 4:25:00 PM more reviews by Lexieberry

Age: 19-24   Skin: Combination, Fair   Hair: Blond   Eyes: Brown    

I'll give Copper Sparkle a 5 just for sheer hotness that it screams whenever I wear it. MAC pigments are awesome IMO...they set the standard in eye mu pigments...plus they are a great value for the money...little goes a LONG way....Copper Sparkle is no different. I would describe this pigment looking like a brand new shiny penny. The texture is definitley chunkier, but it can be blended with some patience and the right brush. I LOVE using this as a liner on the top lids and bottom corners. Paired with some Mulch e/s (or just by itself) and a swipe of mascara....simply hotttt.....*sizzle*

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TayTayRocks454 on 5/6/2008 5:46:00 PM more reviews by TayTayRocks454

Age: 19-24   Skin: Normal, Fair-Medium   Hair: Blond   Eyes: Blue    

Yes, hard to use, but totally worth it! This color is crazy intense and if applied right looks like I used a cooper foil on my lids! I used it as an eye liner and it was cool but I prefer it as a shadow. I also like to use it with similar other colors to keep this one as the focus color and not to out shine it.

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*TOP REVIEWER* snow_white_suicide on 4/10/2008 7:11:00 PM more reviews by snow_white_suicide

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination   Hair: Other   Eyes: Hazel    

Chunky pigment but gorgeous in the pot. No, i can't say i'm happy to have bought the full thing (like many others) just to make my collection look attractive. I would be a lot happier of this was a little easier to work with but it makes a hell of a dramatic eye and a great eyeliner. 3 lippies but 2 off for texture. Its a shame it wasn't finer and easier to blend but if it was, it probably wouldn't be this dramatic metallic copper colour!

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