MAC • Pro Longwear concealer • Concealers

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KelsieMerritt on 3/4/2013 1:15:00 PM more reviews by KelsieMerritt

Age: 18 & Under   Skin: Dry, Fair-Medium, Warm   Hair: Brunette, Straight, Medium   Eyes: Blue    

Oh my god I HAVE NO IDEA WHAT I'D DO WITHOUT THIS CONCEALER. It's too perfect. It's so freaking lightweight and pigmented.
If I EVER had to answer that "if you could only have one makeup item with you.." question, it would be MAC Pro Longwear concealer. It conceals perfectly, and you can layer it as much as you want, it will NOT get cakey at all. It looks so natural, and like a second skin. No sparkles.

I'm not even complaining about the color selection because NC15 is pretty stinkin' good with my winter skin. It doesn't oxidize on my skin and its staying power is ridiculously good.

Also, I work in a kitchen with fryers and toaster ovens and grills, constantly on. I am surrounded by heat but even after 7 hours of that, my makeup is still flawless. That's saying a lot.

Okay, there's one thing I dislike though, and that's the stupid pump. I waste so much product because of this pump. There's no control over it.. and too much comes out. -.-; Why haven't they fixed this yet?

Anyway..

Overall, I love this, can't live without it and I DEFINITELY recommend it.

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*TOP REVIEWER* RachelisGreen on 3/2/2013 8:05:00 AM more reviews by RachelisGreen

Age: 19-24   Skin: Combination, Tan, Warm   Hair: Blond, Wavy, Medium   Eyes: Hazel    

This is my HOLY GRAIL of all Holy Grail's when it comes down to concealer. Believe me, I am a concealer JUNKIE. I have tried almost every single MAC Concealer, Make Up Forever, Hard Candy's Glamoflauge, etc. Nothing and I mean NOTHING compares to this stuff. It is so thin yet super opaque and a little goes a long way. I am an NC30 and I feel like for some reason my shade in this concealer is a little too light, so I think I'm going to try out NC35 and see how that works out. My only issue is the pump can get kind of clogged and I usually use 1 pump, but when it's clogged I can't always get out enough product so I have to pump it a few times and then it squirts out way too much product and i can't put it back in the bottle and I waste all of it :.( When I'm paying 20$ for a concealer I can't really afford to waste ANY of it...so that's a bummer. I was thinking about getting a little sample cup from Sephora with a lid, and putting my pumps into there so I don't ever waste any of it. :D This concealer is virtually waterproof, sweat proof, etc which is absolutely essential because I live in Seattle, WA and it's very cold and wet which often makes my make up smear and melt away. Not the pro long wear concealer! This is also the only concealer that is thin enough to use under my eyes. It doesn't crease at all, which I've never experienced before. I have gone through 3 of these already, that's how much I love it. :]

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helenlynguyen on 3/1/2013 2:38:00 AM more reviews by helenlynguyen

Age: 19-24   Skin: Very Oily, Fair-Medium   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Brown    

My favorite concealer; however, the pump broke for me (which is probably my fault). It really does do a great job with coverage in needed areas, in my case, my under eye bags; however, if you put too much it will look cakey. I would definitely recommend this product. The price isn't too bad either... $16? I think it's worth it.

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jealouspony on 2/28/2013 10:37:00 AM more reviews by jealouspony

Age: 19-24   Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium, Warm   Hair: Red, Wavy, Coarse   Eyes: Brown    

I love this concealer. It does wonders for that area under my eyes on those tired mornings. It's great, except for the pump. You get waaay too much product with just one pump and it always ends up all over my hands. It feels like such a waste. Other than that, a wonderful concealer.

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CNBeauty on 2/24/2013 10:46:00 PM more reviews by CNBeauty

Age: 18 & Under   Skin: Normal, Olive   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Brown    

I would seriously LOVE this product if it wasn't for the pump. While you're trying to pump some out you just go to this point of no return and it just splurges out. I love the formula and the fact that it did literally stay all day while at school but the pump left me hopeless :( so I returned it.

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angiewolf on 2/23/2013 6:15:00 PM more reviews by angiewolf

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

This concealer does a great job of covering dark circles under your eyes, however I have to agree with other responses in that the pump dispenses way too much product! No matter how gentle I am when trying to press on the pump, it still spills out too much product. I have tried to save the extra unused product, however it dries out. I was really hoping this would be my go to concealer, but I will look for something else.

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camilka on 2/22/2013 8:09:00 AM more reviews by camilka

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

I am NC20 in Studio Sculpt foundation and I have this in NW15 for under eyes and NC20 for overall redness and flaws.

This is really good. Long lasting, does not crease, good coverage. My only complaint is I wish it was more light reflecting and not as matte, I find that you look better with some luminosity.

Packaging sucks, you get way too much product each time. I have a small container (sample jar) in which I keep the ammount of one pump. When it's empty I wash it and add another pump. Makes the product last forever.

Only use a super tiny ammount and if you use it under eyes: only apply on the darkest area and not all over the place. Looks great!

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Gracieperry on 2/20/2013 5:13:00 AM more reviews by Gracieperry

Age: 18 & Under   Skin: Combination, Olive   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Brown    

My favorite MAC product Ive used so far. A genuinely good concealer that actually manages to conceal my spots/blemishes no matter how big or disgusting. I was given this product as a present after reading reviews of how amazing it was and i must say MAC didn't disappoint! Stayed on through the day and didn't even fade. Didn't even oxidize which i find for my skin type is very rare with MAC products. I used the concealer with the foundation - which i didn't like, and it teamed perfectly. There is no sparkle to the product and is very pigmented. Would definitely recommend and WILL be purchasing again.

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*TOP REVIEWER* Menolikepolos on 2/16/2013 4:02:00 PM more reviews by Menolikepolos

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination, Fair, Neutral   Hair: Brunette, Medium   Eyes: Blue    

About me: NW13 (neutral-cool toned, very fair), blue eyes, Color season is True Summer, Baumann Skin Type is OSPW.

I wear this in NW15 without issues. I really like how small it is and that has a pump. Great for travel. Can be sheered out with a Beauty Blender or moisturizer for a TM or foundation effect. Very versatile. Long lasting. Again, love for travel.

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iwannavacation on 2/13/2013 12:56:00 AM more reviews by iwannavacation

Age: 44-55   Skin: Normal, Fair-Medium   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Blue    

Love love this product. The pump is definately a problem, it dispenses way too much product. The MAC BA suggested I mix it with Fast Response Eye Cream when using it under my eyes. This is a great combo. I just dispense a bit of the concealer into one of those Sephora sample containers and use it from there, air tight and one pump lasts at least 2 days.

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Meganhannah on 2/12/2013 10:06:00 PM more reviews by Meganhannah

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

I work 12hours shifts and always found my concealer never held up to the long hours. I bought this and love the fact that I have found a concealer that lasts.
One thing I will remember when purchasing again is to get a lighter shade. I bought it in the same shade as my old concealer, however this has almost a yellow based to it (not a fan).
I know I will continue using it, but I do feel it is a concealer you have to get used too.

PROS
longlasting, covers well, you only need a tiny bit so depsite the cost it lasts a long time.
CONS
bit of a color change, doesnt blend well (I apply it when my primer/moisturizer has not quite dried for easier blending), the pump is awful (Mac should consider changing this).

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dyanp989 on 2/8/2013 5:42:00 PM more reviews by dyanp989

Age: 36-43   Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Brown    

Can't believe i haven't reviewed this yet. I have tried about every concealer out there and this is the only one that will last throughout most of the day. I have a birthmark that extends under my nose and oily skin in my t zone. I have had the best results with this.

Wish the pump Did not dispense so much, but took the advise of another reviewer and mixed it with my moisturiser! Issue resolved! In love with this. HG

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neva4getu on 2/8/2013 12:49:00 PM more reviews by neva4getu

Age: 19-24   Skin: Other, Fair   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Brown    

I am not really sure if my rating is accurate. Sometimes I want to give it 2 out of 5, other times I think it should get an absolute 5.

To start off - I have quite severe, very big, dark purply/blue-ish under-eye circles, which are hereditary, they sink a bit down into my skull if fit makes any sense. Also I have quite big eyes and long lashes, so whenever I wear mascara my eyes and lashes cast a shadow on the circles, which adds to the darkness - and combined with fair skin, well you can imagine how tired I look without external help! Obviously, my quest on concealers has been long, expensive, yet unsatisfied. I have used this one on and off for a year, going strong. But always in combination with other products.



THE CONCEALER - It is good, but not brilliant. It is very long lasting and water resistant (which is wonderful when you live in a rainy country as Denmark). The fact that it is long lasting is definitely worth a lippie on its own.

However, it is really not perfect. It does crease after 4 hours of wear, but not in the way most creamy concealers do (in a good way). You really, really have to blend very well in, as it dries quickly and if not blended correctly it WILL accentuate fine lines (and I am quite young, so I don’t really have any). It works much better when I blend it in with a buffing brush, but then it does not cover as well. I usually pad it in, maybe that’s why it creases a bit more, but then again it provides more coverage this way. On its own I would say the coverage is medium, as it sets a bit sheerer than when firstly applied. It also DOES oxidize, which is the worst thing an under-eye concealer could do. It dries darker and more orangey. It also looks a bit powdery, so no “invisible, no makeup-makeup”-look.

I know this is mainly an under-eye concealer, but it is good to cover blemishes - it’s just not something I need, as my skin is pretty good apart from the dark circles.
Although this sounds quite negative, it is the concealer I use on a daily basis. To any other people with the same problems as me (I hear ya sisters!), I use a good moisturizer/serum/eye cream, let it dry, use a facial primer (not a mattifying one! Not as much to prevent creasing but to prevent it from oxidizing), apply the MAC Pro Longwear, and finally Rimmel’s Match Perfection concealer on top (or any other highlighting concealer - Touche Eclat etc.) - this step counteracts the oxidizing colour, you can probably skip this and use a foundation over it, but I tend not to wear foundation. I also highlight the inner and outer corners with a normal highlighter.

I might repurchase, but only if I don’t find anything better - I have a list of other concealers I want to try out.



SUMMARY:
PRO: Staying power, wide colour range, medium coverage, can seem expensive, but you get a lot of product AND the product you have goes a looooong way - only a tiny dot is needed for both eyes, nice consistency. Works for me, but not on its own.

CONS: Oxidizes!!!!!! Can accentuate fine lines and creases. The coverage is definitely not full. Dries out the eye area, so be sure to use a good moisturizer before and after. The pump, although hygienic, really sucks. Does not work on its own - needs a highlighting pen.

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EmmaSalvatore on 2/6/2013 12:53:00 AM more reviews by EmmaSalvatore

Age: 18 & Under   Skin: Normal, Fair   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Brown    

II had such high expectation for this concealer, in Australia this concealer costs $32 which is extremely expensive for a concealer ( which is what I paid as I live in Australia) and I know in America it's costs $18
PROS
. Lasts 10 hours
. Looks really nice
.covers good I put This on my acne and it didn't cover it up completely but I don't now if its because its bumpy or what or because I didn't apply 2 coats ?
. Nice colours
CONS
. Looks a little cakey around eyes if not blended realllllyyyyyyy well I use a stipple brush and then my fingers
.annoying pump !! I can't get the amount of product that I want even if I try to squeeze it really softly and slowly it still comes out with the same amount of product
Hope I helped :)

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foxyknox on 2/5/2013 12:31:00 PM more reviews by foxyknox

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

I am IN LOVE with this product! I have always tried to stay away from concealers because they would make me look so cakey or dry me up and create patches. Let me tell you: this is amazing. You can barely tell I am wearing anything!

PRO:
-GREAT packaging. Its cute and small and I LOVE the pump. I am surprised people have problems with it disbursing too much because one pump gives the perfect amount.
-Perfect coverage and it can be build-able for even more. Flawless and undetectable.
-Don't have to carry it everywhere because it lasts ALL day!!!
-Will match skin tone perfectly.
-Doesn't smell weird to me!
-No breakouts
-Super cheap for how long the bottle lasts (depending on how much you use)

CON:
None as of now!

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*TOP REVIEWER* jewels64 on 2/5/2013 11:06:00 AM more reviews by jewels64

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

This is my HG concealer for the undereye area. The more liquidy consistency of it makes it easy to apply, and non-cakey, while giving good coverage for dark undereye circles. I'm NC25-30 and use this in NW20. However, although the product itself warrants a 5-lippies rating from me, I am not a fan of the packaging. Though I appreciate the pump dispenser for hygienic reasons, as other reviewers have commented, it dispenses too much product and you can't really control the amount. I also dislike the glass bottle that it comes in - my first bottle of this shattered when I accidentally dropped it on a bathroom floor made of ceramic tile. But I did repurchase after that.

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RoseeO on 2/5/2013 4:45:00 AM more reviews by RoseeO

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

I bought this concealer because I needed something to cover up my acne scars. it covers it very well, but the mu artist gave me a shade lighter than my skin tone. I use it on my under eye and it does a great job of covering my dark circles. I love that bright under eye affect. I have the NW45. I plan on going back to Mac to get the NW 47 so I can use it on my face to cover blemishes. I love that it comes with a pump but it does dispense more than you need. I dot the concealer in a triangle shape under my eye then I blend out with my finger or a cosmetic sponge. I set it with a loose powder using a small blending brush. If you're looking for a great concealer for dark under eye circles or blemishes this one is for you!

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pr4 on 2/5/2013 2:19:00 AM more reviews by pr4

Age: 18 & Under   Skin: Combination, Tan   Hair: Black   Eyes: Brown    

This is my holy grail concealer! This product made me fall in love with MAC immediately and I certainly recommend it :)

I am a NW30. I use this concealer for my undereye area and acne scars/one or two blemishes. It covers well and it really doesn't come off easily which at the end of the day is a good thing. Its the perfect balance between blendable and opaque and well I just feel flawless with it on :) Definitely recommend it!

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pineapple808 on 2/4/2013 3:21:00 AM more reviews by pineapple808

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

I purchased this product in nc20 and nc35. I used the nc35 to hide blemishes if I've had a break out and it covers everything nicely. When I want the bright kim k undereye, I use the nc20 on its own or I'll mix it with the nc35 . I love this concealer. Its definitely my hg! You cant beat a product like this for $18. Drugstore concealers aren't too far behind in price so its so worth it. The only reason I didn't give it 5 lippies is because the pump is hard to control. It dispenses too much product....

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tabriasmakeuplife on 2/3/2013 1:53:00 PM more reviews by tabriasmakeuplife

Age: 18 & Under   Skin: Normal, Fair, Neutral   Hair: Blond, Wavy, Fine   Eyes: Green    

First of all, let me just say that I have fair skin with soft yellow undertones, and these concealers are WAY too peachy/orange hued. NC20 looked fine in the bottle, but ocne applied on my skin it looked way to orange against my soft yellow undertones! I was so disappointed with the colour selection. The concealer itself was beautiful though. Covered my pimples and stayed on all day long. It was incredible! I just need to find a way to blend it into my skin, although I think it will be an awesome concealer for the summertime when I'm a bit more tanned, so I'm excited about that! Anywho, I most likely won't repurchase this for the winter/spring months if i ever want to repurchase it in that time period. Although it seems like it will last me a long time because a little goes a superrrr long way. I will update this in the summer of 2013 to tell you all how it holds up on my skin/matches my skin. But at this point in time, i will not repurchase.

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