MAC Eye Shadow

MAC Eye Shadow Reviews



Overall 4.5 star rating4.72 of 5 (by 75 users)



MAC Eye Shadow Review Summary

The overwhelming majority of reviewers are singing the praises of MAC Eye Shadow. These little single pans of shadow are pricey but worth it, say our reviewers. There are a huge variety of shades and formulas and the shadow is flattering, long lasting, and doesn't crease. Whitechapelmaiden says, "Not a single nasty foamy thingy on a stick to be found, rather you get actual little brush you can use to create a wide array of looks, you can even use them to apply the shadow as liner!" Our beauty divas love that MAC Eye Shadow doesn't crease or migrate and looks fresh for hours. However if you have sensitive eyes or allergies Capriq warns, "I LOVED the color selection and quality of the shadows, but they just did not work for me," after experiencing redness, swelling and irritation. Comparing eyeshadows? Look now further. We have reviews of dozens of brands for you to read.
77% of people rated MAC Eye Shadow as 5 stars
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19% of people rated MAC Eye Shadow as 4 stars
19% of people rated MAC Eye Shadow as 4 stars%
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3% of people rated MAC Eye Shadow as 3 stars
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1% of people rated MAC Eye Shadow as 2 stars
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No one rated MAC Eye Shadow as 1 star
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MAC Eye Shadow Comparison

5 star rating Most Helpful
Favorable Review
DEC
8
2008

I know I can't be the only woman out there who goes holiday shopping for others but accidentally buys a few things for herself. I suspect a primitive hunting/gathering mechanism kicks in when I see those deals exclaiming "Buy two and get the third one free!" for things like fleece pullovers. I end up...

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2008 Reviewer
a beauty diva

WhitechapelMaiden
Concord, GA
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2 star rating Most Helpful
Critical Review
MAR
17
2008
MAC Eyeshadow.

How do I review something that has reviews so entirely opposite of my experiences?

I guess I will just dive in.

I have no MAC near me at all. For years I heard stories of the fantastic things available at the MAC counters and stores. I always wanted to know why people went so crazy over...
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2009 Advisor
a beauty diva, a cosmetics junkie

Caprig
Podunk, NY
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MAC Eye Shadow Ratings and Reviews

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a beauty diva, a cosmetics junkie, A Compulsive Hoarder

APR
25
2008

I know it sounds crazy to go out and spend $14.00 on eye shadow. But if you build your collection slowly, it's not that big of a financial deal...so long as you limit yourself to one per visit. Hah!

So I went overboard this week. Shoot me.

My Latest Find:

MAC Eyeshadow in the color Nocturnelle

The Color:

You can't go by the color chart that you see on the MAC website, because they have their shadings way off.

Noctornelle is described on the website as a 'pinked up chrome purple' (with a frost finish)

What you get in the actual store/mail though is a more marooned rose color with flecks of reddish brown...

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5 star rating
2008 Advisor
MellaView
LI, NY



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cost-conscious, au 'naturale', lipgloss only, twenty something

MAR
6
2009
I'm an "au naturale" type of girl. Most days, I only wear eyeliner and mascara. Part of the reason is I'm constantly putting Visine or a contact refresher in my eyes during the day; the other part is that I am lazy and don't care about covering up my zits, tinting my lips or adding color to my cheeks. I'm pale for a reason (see: my hair color).

That's not to say I don't enjoy looking glamorous for a date or a night out on the town. Special occasions deserve a special look, and when I want to look like a rockstar I turn to MAC eye shadow.

This stuff is frickin' fantastic. MAC eye shadow comes individually...
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5 star rating
 Staff
wildcatkatie
Chicago, IL



2
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a cosmetics junkie, willing to pay for quality, a makeup junkie, very happy with this product, always trying new beauty products, a bath and body products lover

SEP
7
2007
MAC Eye shadow is absolutely amazing. They offer it is so many colors that it is so easy for anybody to find the right shade for them. I personally wear Retrospeck and Antiqued as my everyday eye shadows, but I have an assortment of colors for other occasions. They are so easy to apply and wear. I would highly recommend them to anybody!
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5 star rating
bjeanmc
Cypress, TX



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a cosmetics junkie

JUN
12
2008
Mac eye shadows are my favorite. They have great staying power and the color selection is huge! I also love there recycling program.
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5 star rating
2008 Reviewer
sunsetblvd
Ballwin, MO



1
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a lip products junkie, a cosmetics junkie, into trying new things, a beauty diva, a mascara lover

JUL
14
2008
I recently got into MAC because I've heard so many great things about it. And so far I've only tried MAC eyeshadows and I'm definitly impressed. There's such a wide range of colors and they blend beautifully. While some eyeshadows such as Cool Heat from the Cool Heat collection are very chalky (but a gorgeous color) a majority of them are very easy to work with. And Kid, which is a veluxe eyeshadow, is amazingly soft. Not only does MAC have a wide color selection, they also have various finishes that their eyeshadows come in. Frost, Veluxe, Veluxe Pearl, Matte, Matte^2, Satin, Lustre and Velvet... review »
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4 star rating
hermione9713
Barrington, IL



1
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a beauty diva

FEB
13
2008
I LOVE LOVE LOVE MAC eyeshadows. They come in many different colors and are versatile in use; depending on how you apply, these eyesshadows can be very natural as well as show off the "intense broadway diva" look. They can be used anywhere you want color: eyes, lips, cheeks, and where ever else you find there should be "pop". Colors do not wear out at all, and applying their cream base makes gives it an even stronger hold and creamy shine. Some people might think it is expensive, but in reality, for its quality, MAC eyeshadows are worth it. Also, have you seen the price for Smashbox eyeshadows?... review »
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5 star rating
2008 Contributor
jcancer
Davis, CA



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a cosmetics junkie, appreciate nice things, wearing makeup daily, appreciate items that work well, user of item

MAR
18
2009

I discovered MAC about 8 years ago and of all of their products, I love their eyeshadows the most. The selection is outstanding and they always have a new color promotion. The shadows are highly pigmented and Mac offers many textures to choose from<i>(frosts, mattes, velvets, pearl, satin, lustre) </i>It is hard for me to walk out of the MAC store without purchasing a new color.

I've tried many other brands, but found the quality just doesn't compare to Mac.

I purchased the pallet that accommodates 15 eyeshadow pans. It is great to be able to purchase the pans and refill the pallet. Mac...

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5 star rating
2009 Writer
margoisgolden
Sunnyvale, CA



1
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fun loving, a beauty diva, loving this product, a bargain hunter, interested in comfort

SEP
1
2009

I started wearing makeup about 5 years ago when I was 13. Following my mom's footsteps, I started using Mac eyeshadows. I was amazed by how many different color eyeshadows they had at the store. My mom started taking me with her and let me choose out a few colors each time we went. Being 18 now, my collection has grown so much. I have 60+ eyeshadows and other products from Mac. The eyeshadows stay on all day with a good base, they have so many colors, and they last awhile if you use them often. Mac products are a bit pricey, but you are paying for great quality, which all their products are. 


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5 star rating
2009 Writer
kingbaby1032
Sunnyvale, CA



1
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desire a natural look, not a beauty diva

NOV
29
2007
I don't wear makeup every day. In fact I only wear it 1-2 ties per week. When my girlfriends would talk about Mac all the time I got curious. I started asking questions. After I was able to swallow the prices, I broke down and bought my first shadow. Avalanche. It is awesome. It goes on just how it looks in the package. The color stands out. It lasts much longer then others I have tried. Although I could not pony the money up for this brand all of the time or for a color I was unsure of it is worth it for the ones I wear more frequently. My friends can't believe I have FINALLY gotten with it!!
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4 star rating
cuby2323
New Port Richey, FL



1
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a cosmetics junkie

JUL
24
2008
I have tried so many brands of eye shadow from the cheap to the expensive. Mac eye shadow is higher in price but worth the money.  The colors are beautiful and the shadow stays on all day and night without fading. You also dont have to apply too much of it to get the desired look like you do with cheaper eye shadows. My favorite shades are chocolate swiss, print (which is great for a smokey look), hush, jest, i could just keep going and going! 
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5 star rating
miranda21
Reseda, CA



1
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a cosmetics junkie

FEB
25
2009
If I had a dollar for every compliment I received on my MAC Eye Shadow, I'd be a rich woman! There is such a wide array of colors from which to choose. From Subtle and Sultry to Bright and Bold, MAC has the colors you desire. Shadows are long lasting and blend beautifully with other MAC shadows. MAC shadows cost a bit more than your average drugstore brand, but the MAC quality is worth the extra cash.
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5 star rating
sarcasticgirl
Chicago, IL



1
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a beauty diva

JAN
27
2009
The mac makeup electric eel is absolutely a gorgeous color. its beautiful on all skin tones, and it really brings out the color in a Womans eyes.  It looks great in photography; professional, and casual pictures.... it makes your eyes stand out and it gives that extra double take for men to look at you.  Very eye catching and can be used dramatically and casually. I highly recommend it!
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5 star rating
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jkty24
Honolulu, HI



1
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a beauty diva, a cosmetics junkie, troubled by acne, a dry skin sufferer

MAY
28
2008
Mac has some good products. I have not personally tried everything, but I have never heard a bad review on anything MAC. The eyeshadow stays on all day long. There are a lot of nice vibrant colors to choose from. If you have not tried MAC....you need to!
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5 star rating
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c03b06mommy
Troy, IL



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