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M.A.C Cosmetics Pro Longwear Paint Pot
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4.6 of 238 reviews

4.6 of 238 reviews

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Most Helpful Positive

Lovely

Yazmine

Looks lovely it is so basic but so gorgeous. I don’t like putting effort in eye shadow find it hard. But this does the job I apply it on my eyelids and it looks...

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The one and only. M.A.C Cosmetics Pro Longwear Paint Pot is an iconic cream eyeshadow with a long-wear finish like no other. Available in a range of finishes and shades, the M.A.C Cosmetics Pro Longwear Paint Pot not only adds buildable colour but primes the eye area for you to create eye looks that last.

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SUPERIOR - 94% recommend

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Finish - Powders:

  • Full shimmer
  • Slight shimmer

Finish - Foundation:

  • Full shimmer
  • Slight shimmer

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M.A.C Cosmetics Pro Longwear Paint Pot Reviews

4.6 of 238 reviews

94% recommend this product

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Most Helpful Criticism

Disappointing

Ant

It creases for me which was disappointing to use because I was so excited to try it. Now I feel like I have wasted a fair bit of money. I put translucent power ...
  1. Lovely

    Yazmine

    Looks lovely it is so basic but so gorgeous. I don’t like putting effort in eye shadow find it hard. But this does the job I apply it on my eyelids and it looks good
  2. Good but….

    Kirsten H

    I do love this product, but… it dries out so quickly. Even when you’re super diligent at ensuring you put the lid straight back on. So I find myself having to throw it out half way through the jar consistently. The problem is - it really is such a beautiful product that I keep replacing it and probably always will. It’s just annoying that it dries out so quickly
  3. Best base

    Louby

    I've been using this product for years as an eye primer. I have hooded eyes and my eye makeup always travels if I don't use a base. I use the shade Painterly and it is the perfect neutral base (you can't see the colour on my lids) and my makeup doesn't budge. Huge fan of this product.
  4. Love the colour but doesn’t control the oil on my eyelids

    Hayley

    I love the colour of this stuff, I have it in painterly. But, it doesn’t control the oil on my eyelids at all. Within an hour I have lines where the cream has collected in my eyelid creases and my lids are pretty oily again. Better than nothing but wouldn’t recommend if you have oily skin.
  5. Best shadow base

    Em

    The iconic status this holds in the beauty world is indisputable. I've loved the Mac painterly paint pot for years and and it's never disappointed me. On my pale olive skin, it primes wonderfully, covers and conceals any veins and acts as a prop for a makeup free look. Creamy and thick too, so you're assured it's not (or the shadow over it) going to go anywhere!
  6. Best shadow base

    Em

    The iconic status this holds in the beauty world is indisputable. I've loved the Mac painterly paint pot for years and and it's never disappointed me. On my pale olive skin, it primes wonderfully, covers and conceals any veins and acts as a prop for a makeup free look. Creamy and thick too, so you're assured it's not (or the shadow over it) doesn't go anywhere.
  7. No to Babe in Charms

    EKate

    The colour Babe in Charms does not do what it says on the MAC website and just looks like sparse chunky glitter that doesn’t spread evenly when put on the eyelid. Lifts up other Mac products underneath. Such a shame as it looks beautiful and opaque in the pot with a couple shift but it isn’t at all once applied.
  8. Nice Base: Bare Study

    Isabella

    Solid product that can easily be applied with fingers. Great to use as a base before playing around with my other eyeshadow palettes. I use it without primer onto oily lids and find it to last throughout the day.
  9. Great for oily lids

    Mani

    This is the only product that keep the makeup in place for oily lids. I love using it on my oily eye lids clients. It creates a great base
  10. A staple!

    K

    Groundwork is a neutral must, especially for a beginner like me who doesn't wear too much eyeshadow/makeup.
  11. looks good under eyeshadow

    cherry

    a must if you're into bright eyeshadow looks
  12. good eyeshadow primer

    claire

    with this, my eyeshadow never smudges
  13. Disappointed

    Josephine

    It's a beautiful shade however the formula is not what I had expected. It's not creamy or smooth, rather it is very dry and tough which is really unfortunate. I also find that it is not long wearing at all, as it disappeared after a few hours even when I had set my face with setting spray.
  14. A disappointment for me :(

    B

    I got this in painterly, because I heard such rave reviews for this product, intending to use it as a primer/base for my eyelids. I have hooded eyes with oily lids. I'm not sure what I'm doing wrong this product. It's patchy and creases. I've tried various ways of using this and nothing seems to work. Ouch for my wallet.
  15. use it on its own

    Natasha

    i enjoy using it as eyeshadow on its own and it looks very pretty and natural
  16. Longwearing

    Gee

    An amazing longwear product, that you can use as a base or eyeshadow. So happy it comes in many pretty eyeshadow colours now (as opposed to just base colours).
  17. Great and no creasing

    Kat

    Have this in painterly and feel that it is a great base for my eyeshadows especially considering I am fair neutral. I haven't experienced any creasing when using this which is great especially after wearing for 12+ hours
  18. OG

    JuliaV

    Quality product. Look so natural on the lid and blends so easily
  19. Nice

    I

    not only adds buildable colour but primes the eye area
  20. Wow

    I

    lasts well all day and even stayed put on incredibly humid days
  21. True colour

    W

    true to colour all throughout the day
  22. Amazing

    I

    primes the eye area for you to create eye looks that last.
  23. Base

    W

    Lovely base every day eyeshadow
  24. Nice

    I

    Amazing for beginners to eyeshadow
  25. Nice

    Hef

    incredibly versatile and incredibly long-lasting
  26. Lovely Texture

    Be

    I bought this to use as an eyeshadow base after reading reviews on on good it is. While it is nice, it still creases for me and doesn't last very long. I had hoped my oily lids would work with this product. I still use it on the odd occasion as more of a neutral eyeshadow.
  27. Lovely base colour

    Olivia

    Lovely base every day eyeshadow.
  28. Worth the money

    Dh

    Amazing for beginners to eyeshadow and smokey eye makeup, make the job so much easier.
  29. Daily

    Vic

    perfect swash of colour for everyday use.
  30. Perfect

    Pe

    perfect swash of colour for everyday use.
  31. Nice

    B

    lasts well all day and even stayed put on incredibly humid days
  32. Beautiful base

    Kat

    Beautiful on its own or as a base for eyeshadow. Stays put and does not crease. Love it
  33. Nice

    S

    this product is the perfect swash
  34. Love

    U

    Beautiful colour!
  35. Best

    S

    Repurchased it is a must
  36. Love

    A

    product is the perfect swash of colour for everyday use.
  37. Beautiful

    S

    The colour is a light pink, and a of a light peach. Beautiful colour!
  38. Love this product

    sarahvozzo

    I never do anything crazy on my eyes and this product is the perfect swash of colour for everyday use. It doesn't crease or move around - I have oily skin so I find other eyeshadows either crease or move. The colour is a light pink, and a of a light peach. Beautiful colour! Recommend!
  39. Lasts for years

    Nc

    Finically finished mine that I purchased 2 years ago. Repurchased it is a must . Makes blending a dream
  40. Best

    O

    Great product! You can use this as either an eye base for a darker smokey look or on its own for a nice sheen on the eyes.
  41. Nice

    B

    lasts well all day and even stayed put on incredibly humid days
  42. Nice

    K

    Great product! You can use this as either an eye base for a darker smokey look or on its own for a nice sheen on the eyes.
  43. Love

    O

    It makes my eyeshadow last all day.
  44. Easy use

    L

    really nice look just using my fingerTo build
  45. Good

    L

    really nice look just using my finger lightly and building
  46. Great for a quick makeup look

    Nadine

    I bought this to use as a faint ash over my entire eyelid during the day and it works well. I find i can get a really nice look just using my finger lightly and building a little more colour in my crease. It lasts well all day and even stayed put on incredibly humid days. I was looking for a quick splash of colour when i have 5 minutes to get ready and this is perfect for that.
  47. Easy to use

    Marz

    I bought this after hearing lots of recommendations as a 'one and done' eyeshadow. It is super easy to use - love that I can just dab it on with my fingertips and don't need a brush. I got the shade groundwork and wouldn't say it's my favourite shade but is fine for a no effort look and is obviously intended as a base.
  48. Amazing eyeshadow base

    Rahima

    I bought this product because a lot of makeup artists use it as an eyeshadow base. I was really skeptical at first and thought the base would be difficult to work with but to my surprise it has become my go to before doing any eyehadow look, it completely neutralises my hyperpigmentation and veins and gives a blank canvas for me to work on. Just be careful though, it can be a little dry so if you ...
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  49. Fabulous all rounder!

    BJ

    Great product! You can use this as either an eye base for a darker smokey look or on its own for a nice sheen on the eyes.
  50. great eyeshadow base

    hb

    I use this every day under my eyeshadow and makes it last all day!
  51. Great all rounder

    Lauren

    I purchased the shade Groundwork to both help my eyeshadow stay on all day, and to wear alone. It has a lovely pigment, and more often than not, I find myself wearing it on its own. I have green eyes and it compliments them perfectly. Doesn't crease and applies well with both a fluffy brush or fingers. A must have for the makeup bag.
  52. Mac groundwork

    Sandy Shehata

    I use this as a base for any dark eye looks and I really love it. It makes my eyeshadow last all day.
  53. Make up kit staple

    Mrs S

    I don't know what I did before I owned this product. It is a make up kit staple and makes every eye look better and is great worn alone too. Highly recommend!
  54. Still a staple after many years

    Jazzy

    I own a few MAC Paint Pots and my most used one is Soft Ochre. It’s the perfect eyeshadow base for those with warm light skin tones. I have really oily lids and this works really well to keep my eyeshadow in place.
  55. Amazing product

    Bri

    I love the paint pots and I use soft ochre pretty much everyday either as a concealer on my eyelids to give them a bit of colour, to carve my brows or as an eyeshadow base but it’s always amazing. Only disappointing thing is that it does dry out quite quickly and shrinks in the pot
  56. love

    jenny

    great for a one and done shadow look, very creamy and longwearing
  57. Makeup doesn't move!

    Vanessa

    This is such a great product and very versatile, not just for your eyes. Love how this makes my eyeshadow pop but I also use this on the end of my nose which becomes really oily. Helps my foundation stay on for longer
  58. Great makeup staples

    Natasha

    These are great as a base for eyeshadow, i also use the taupe coloured one as an eye colour on its own when i'm feeling too lazy to blend multiple shadows onto my eye. The pigment is lovely and they don't feel heavy or tacky on the lids.
  59. Okay

    Sam

    Not sure about all the hype - I purchased painterly as a shadow primer but I don't find it applies shadow any easier then if I just use foundation as my primer.

    I feel like using a coloured variant as an eyeshadow would turn out nicely.

  60. Great eyeshadow base

    Natty

    This makes a great eyeshadow base in shade painterly. Not as lasting as some other eyeshadow primers, but still a good product.
  61. Soft ocre

    Chery

    I got almost all the shades of these paint pots but my favourite is soft ochre as it gives a nice base for my eye shadow and u don’t even have to put a lot just a pinch and it does the job
  62. Cult classic for a reason

    Jodes

    I am fair, NW18 and while I was recommended painterly I chose soft ochre to help cancel out the redness. This works so well at giving me a clean slate to do my eyeshadow magic on. It helps the eyeshadow last all day too. I top it all off with some Modelrock setting spray and I am good to go.
  63. Great Eyelid Primer!

    Cat

    I have oily eyelids and love using this as an eyelid primer. It has great coverage (not all eyelid primers do) and covers the veins and discoloration in my eyelid area. I find it is pretty heavy duty and makes a huge difference in the longevity of my eye makeup. When I don't wear this I find my mascara transfers super fast to the skin above my eyelid (I have hooded eyes) and my eyeshadow fades and...
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  64. Good for pigmentation, but not as a primer

    Lis

    Find this is really good to create an even-coloured base for my eyeshadow. Find I need to use a separate eyeshadow primer underneath though because my eyelids are super oily!
  65. Soft Ochre perfect eyeshadow base

    Natalie

    I have a lot of veins on my lids and find this works so well in covering them before eyeshadow, or even on days for one and done makeup. My partner dropped it and its cracked and dried out but i will be repurchasing!
  66. A must have

    Jessi

    This is an essential in my makeup bag. It’s the perfect eye primer and great for covering pimples. It blends so well and sits smooth and creaseless
  67. Good stuff!

    Jem

    I actually purchased this mainly to try on my oily large pore nose after seeing makeup hacks using it this way from a few years ago. And it actually works well for that. I generally put it over a normal primer and application is key. It matches my skin tone well so I usually don’t put additional, or much, foundation over the top, just setting powder. I’ve used it on my eyes, it’s a good base. Only...
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  68. Beautiful Shimmer

    Kay

    I love this stuff! It has a beautiful shimmer and glides on like a dream. Such a pretty, coppery colour.
  69. Good Base

    Sam

    This product in the shade 'Ochre' works as a really good eyeshadow base.

    Picks up eyeshadow pigment better and increases longevity.

    If used as a eyeshadow base I dont think it is really necessary unless you have quite oily eyelids or you have an event.
  70. Great base

    Liz

    Love this product as an eye shadow, would definitely recommend!
  71. Lovely product. Regret shade choice.

    Chloe

    I was really excited to try a MAC paint pot in the shade of Painterly due to the look of the shade. However, in real life it looks lighter. It does go on beautifully, but I feel that now I have an expensive concealer instead of a subtle-colour cream eyeshadow. I think I should've purchased Groundwork instead. I's still a beautiful product.
  72. Bare study

    cherry

    i recently got the shade bare study. i see there aren't many reviews about the bare study but i felt is very nice base too. it has a bit of a shimmer that complements the eyeshadows in its own way. super creamy and eye shadows goes on it very nicely. i think i am ready to purchase the soft ocre now after reading all these reviews about it
  73. drying

    hanabi

    I've used Painterly and Soft Ochre as eyeshadow bases and they seem to nicely even out the eyelids so the eyeshadows appear more true to color. A fresh pot is creamy and easy to work with. After using the product for awhile, I find that it feels drying on my eyelids...almost crepe-like. I've never been able to use up the entire product because it would start to dry out and shrink away from the wal...
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  74. Awesome Eyeshadow Primer

    Kayla

    I use the shade Soft Ochre as a primer for my eyeshadow (if you are quite fair I recommend Painterly). It keeps my makeup in place all day and eyeshadow will not crease! I recommend using your finger to apply to the eyelid. If you are using a matte eyeshadow set it first with a light colour. If you are going for a shimmer, this will help the product stick.
  75. More than just an eyeshadow!

    Jodie

    I purchased this recently after seeing it used in a makeup tutorial. I love it, and have started using it every day, even though I don't wear a lot of makeup! It's not just an eyeshadow, but acts like a primer and a concealer, because it hides my old lady veins in my eye lids. Ha! It also really opens up the eye. I will definitely be repurchasing, and I'm tempted to try some more shades. :)
  76. Splash of colour

    Ashley

    I purchase this after Joanna advised she uses it, and let’s be honest who doesn’t want to look as good as her? I love this!! It sits on the lids nice without getting oily or heavy as the day goes on, is a great based for a powder and just gives a nice amount of colour when also looking natural. The texture is very creamy, just recommend CLOSE THE LID CORRECTLY AND TIGHT, will last forever then!
  77. Great Eyelid Primer

    Cat

    I always had trouble with my eye shadow fading, creasing, basically disappearing within a few hours of applying it (I have hooded eyes and maybe slightly oily eyelids). It made me so frustrated because I'd spend all this time doing my eye shadow only for it to look rubbish pretty quickly. A makeup artist recommended this and I've been hooked ever since.

    I use the shade Soft Ochre and...
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  78. Great product

    Alexandra

    I love using this product as an eye base as it hides everything and makes my eye shadow look amazing and last all day. I wish this came in other shades as I have very pale/pink based skin colour so I would not be able to use this on areas other than my eyelids.
  79. Great coverage

    alla

    I really love this concealer, however i find the shade range very limited however since i use it on my eyelids and put eye shadow on top it is not and issue.
  80. so pretty

    anomymous

    these are gorgeous, and so easy to use. i love using them as a one colour and i can just swipe them accross my lids and it brightens up my eyes and it looks like i put in more effort in my makeup than i really did. its a yes for me
  81. Perfect base

    Dargy

    I watch a lot of YouTube tutorials and have seen this Mac pot used many times , especially the shade Soft Ochre because it compliments any eyeshadow . Can be applied with a concealer brush but using your fingers works as well . My eyeshadow lasts all day without creasing and holds the pigment of the eyeshadow well .
  82. Good buildable base

    Jess

    Good cream eyeshadow in a workable formula. Great that it can be built up and layered to create a depth with 1 shade. Stays out and doesn’t move much which is a plus for a cream. Good size for the cost.
  83. This will last forever!

    Naomi

    After reading the reviews, I decided to get this product as my new eyeshadow base.
    As others say, this little jar will last for absolute ages. I use a concealer brush to get the product out and dab on to my eyelids, and then just blend it in with my fingers. It provides a nice cover to eyelid veins and I do find my eyeshadow lasts longer after use.
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  84. Must have shadow

    eviejai

    This must have creme shadow is one of my favourites. It is so versatile it can be used as a base, or you can build upon it to create an effective smokey eye look with any shade.
  85. Best eyeshadow base

    Mon57

    This is the best eyeshadow base! It reduces creasing and helps the eyeshadow stay on for a long time! It also conceals any veins on the lids.
  86. Good base

    Rachel

    This is really good for cancelling any colour on your eyelids. it is very pigmented so a little goes a long way.

    However, I'd suggest setting paint pot with a base eyeshadow so that blending other shadows is easier and doesn't drag
  87. Love this!

    Annie

    I have this in groundwork and love it. It takes my eyeshadow to the next level. Pot will last for ages as a small amount goes a long way.
  88. painterly

    Mani

    it is a good eyeshadow base but it is something i could've gone without. but it applies easily and smoothly over my eyes and creates the best base for eyeshadow application.
  89. a staple

    LILY

    An absolute staple in your makeup collection, perfect for cancelling out any discolouration and a great base for eyeshadow!
  90. Perfect base

    Neelz

    I bought this is soft ochre following the youtuber craze of using this as an eyeshadow primer. I have to say it works incredibly well. It is blends out beautifully and provides an even base and it really does make my eyeshadow hold up all day. Plus you only use a tiny bit so this will last forever.
  91. So far, so good!

    namz

    After stumbling on a few reviews of this product when I had been looking for a new eye primer, I thought I would give it a go.
    I bought the shade "Soft Ochre - Yellow beige" and find it is a little lighter than my current foundation colour but it should be not too far off when I move on to my lighter winter foundation colour. Plus, once I added my eyeshadow, that lighter colour was not noti...
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  92. Good

    Av

    For the days, I don't want to wear any eyeshadow and use just this and works a treat. It also works as a base for a quick smokey eye for me. Lasts throughout the day.
  93. great!

    Susn

    particularly love how it just brightens the eyelids allowing me to do eyeshadow properly. worth the price and really happy with this purchase. I got it cheaper in-store, which was great
  94. Amazing!

    Ellie

    Does such a great job of holding onto the eyeshadow and making the colours pop!
  95. What I’ve been looking for

    Liv

    I use the shade ground work and it’s the perfect base for powder eyeshadow and great by itself as a natural shade that enhances your eye shape without being too full on. Super creamy and blendable, love it.
  96. Amazing shadow base

    Mia

    I love this for priming my eyelids. It cancels out all any discolouration give a beautiful even base to for shadow work. I apply with my fingers as it creates a really even layer, but make sure you hydrate and apply eye cream before application.
  97. Good as primer or on its own

    Julia

    I like a really natural makeup look and use this as an eyeshadow. If i'm going out at night, I use it as a primer and then layer heavier eyeshadow over the top. It has a matte finish and spreads easily, but also dries quickly upon application - work it well with a good brush.
  98. very very nice

    Maria

    I love the paint pots by mac! The shades are great and also it is such a great eyeshadow primer!
  99. So good!!!

    Emma Loves Makeup

    I really like this product! I have tried so many eyeshadow bases but I keep going back to this one. It's such a great base for the eyes but also a fantastic concealer for the rest of the face. I'm really happy with it and it takes so long to get through it. I highly recommend it :)
  100. Disappointing

    Ant

    It creases for me which was disappointing to use because I was so excited to try it. Now I feel like I have wasted a fair bit of money. I put translucent power over it so stop the creasing but it makes it a powdered texture, so I may as well have just bought a powder eyeshadow. I think NYX products do just the same job and are much more affordable.
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