For the few weeks I have been using Mecca Max products on a daily basis, giving everything a solid go because I felt comfortable enough to produce this post for you guys.
I feel that the launch of Mecca Max has been a very positive occurrence for many people, especially from a financial perspective.
If you want to know what's hot from Mecca Max's range, keep reading!
MECCA MAX TRIPLE THREAT FACE SHAPER POWDER $30
I have recently replaced my old bronzer/blush/highlighter trio with triple threat. The powders are encased in a beautiful metal packaging with a nice big mirror. The powders itself are not matte - I personally would prefer a matte bronzer, however the shimmer in the bronzer is fairly minimal and not quite noticeable on your face. I have been using the bronzer to contour, it seems to work fine on my light olive skin.
The highlighter is absolutely gorgeous, I've had people ask me which highlighter I am using when I wear it. The highlighter is buildable for a night time look. The blush is a rosy everyday staple that is also buildable. All three powders have a more warmer undertone with what appears to be gold shimmers. I personally feel that this powder is more geared towards those with a lighter complexion. However, you can still use this if you have a medium to light medium complexion, as the shades are all buildable.
This powder possess a yellow undertone which may not a good match for someone with a cooler complexion to use on it's own, but it will work fine as a light dust of finishing powder over foundation. Luckily it works great with my olive skin. I love using this product to set my under eye concealer and light dabs along my T-Zone, I feel that it does provide a filter over my skin making my skin look more even. I like this product, however I don't love it. It is however, a handy powder that is suitable for your purse.
Skinny Latte is a beautiful shade, I have received so many compliments wearing this shade! The long flat oval applicator allows precision, I was able to apply the liquid lipstick on my lips with ease and no error!
The product is definitely long lasting, I had a really long day and the lipstick was still present after 12 hours (although I did eat fairly cautiously), the formula is lightweight with a very slight tackiness. I feel that the liquid lipstick is mildly drying after a couple of hours of wear - I would recommend a lip balm over the top, but do note that my lips are usually quite dry.
Skinny Latte as a shade is SPOT ON, however the formula may not be for everyone. It would be ideal if the formula was more moisturising to cater for us girls with drier lips. Nonetheless, I would continue to use this product.
MECCA MAX DOUBLE VISION EYE COLOUR in TUSCAN SUN $16
This eyeshadow did not appeal to me at all when I first saw it, especially since the shades are not something I would usually wear or reach for. The first time I used it was when I made the Mecca Max YouTube Video (at the end of the post). I didn't think I would like this eyeshadow so much!
The cream formula is lightweight, pigmented and easy to blend whilst the powder formula is smooth and also very pigmented. I like to layer the powder over the cream for a lasting effect. Wear time is approximately 6-7hrs, at the 8hr mark you will start to notice some creasing.
To be honest, this is probably one of my favourite products out of the lot.
I don't often use matte primers, mainly because my skin is a combination of dry, dehydrated while being slightly oily around the T-Zone. I used this primer mainly on my nose to keep it matte, it did a fantastic job at keeping the oils at bay, however I just couldn't make it sit well underneath my concealer or foundation, it also felt too drying for my already dehydrated skin.
The consistency of the primer is quite thick, almost balm like, it spreads relatively well but I just cannot make it work. It's impossible for me to like and love every product I try, but I did give it a solid go over the past few weeks and decided this is just not a product for me.
MECCA MAX SHIMMER SHOT ILLUMINATING WAND in PEARL $25
This is a
stunning cream highlighter dispensed via a clickable pen with a brush on end, I
was amazed by the glow it was able to create. The first time I used it
I accidentally applied the cream on top of powder, which is a big no-no
and created a whole lot of mess. I ensure to always use this cream highlighter
on bare skin, on top of foundation or other cream products. I have been
using this product directly from the tube and utilizing the brush to
spread the highlighter onto my cheekbones, however for general day time work wear,
I prefer to rub it onto the back of my hand, warm it up with my fingers
and tap it onto my cheekbones.
This
cream formula is lightweight and non-tacky. It's buildable and great for both
day and night. My tip is to be cautious when dispensing the highlighter, I
often double click and more products came out than expected. To intensify the highlighter further, I recommend going over with the highlighter from triple threat, you will be GLOWING.
I
absolutely love this dual ended eyeliner. I like to use the flat end to line
most of my eyes and the fine tip to define the wings (as seen in my video). I
wore this liner for a good 12 hours and it did not smudge or flake, there was a
small amount of fading but the liner stayed put and in tack. The formula
is quite pigmented and fast drying. Very impressed for a $20 liquid liner, definitely a hot product!
This is
my most anticipated product from Mecca Max's collection. I have never seen a
wand so small, allowing love for all the smaller and impossible to coat or
reach lashes. I have been using the larger wand for my upper lashes and the
smaller wand for my lower lashes. The formula is not waterproof, if you have
watery eyes, you may notice some smudges. Unfortunately this also means that
the formula is unable to maintain curls - my lashes are ridiculously straight
so it's not a big surprise for non-waterproof formulas.
The
smaller wand is really a life saver, I was able to create never before seen
lengthy lower lashes, the degree of lash separation was jaw dropping.
I
personally feel that the smaller wand makes this mascara, it's so good for
those with smaller lashes or those who want to accentuate lower lashes without
smearing mascara all over the place.
It would
be fantastic if Mecca is able to create a couple mascara with tubular formula,
as I find those formulas to hold curls, washes off easily and unable to be smudged.
12 HOURS LATER
VIDEO DEMO
I loved the look you created on your video. I agree, the mascara runs and snuggles quite easily. I do love the be eyeshadow palette and their illuminating primer.
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