

You can use paintpots as a base for more natural looks, for a more even lid color. I like my darker paintpots, even if I rarely use them. I’m still a bit sad that MAC has gutted the brighter/darker color selection, except for Limited Edition releases. I’ve had these a while, as well as a few other LE or Discontinued shades, but I rarely use them, and so forget about them, except when I see MUA forum posts asking about them. I’m looking to get Soft Ochre, Bare Study, and possibly Quite Natural.I think I wrote a short comparison shortly after I began blogging, when I purchased MAC Paint, and wanted to compare it. I plan on getting a few more to add to the collection. There are only a few shades in the permanent collection – most of them being neutrals and shimmers. The matte shades are great for evening out skin tone and providing a base for eyeshadow application. Overall, I love the color payoff and opacity. This is perfect for quick makeup days because you can just apply this shade, a little eyeliner and mascara, and your eye look is complete. I really like this color but I feel like I would use it more on its own as opposed to as a base due to its satin finish. Groundwork is a medium, dusty brown with a satin finish. Check out Layin’ Low Paint Pot here! MAC Groundwork –

This can even be worn alone for a fresh face, no-makeup makeup look. It won’t make your shadows pop as much as a lighter shade does but it evens out the eyelid provides a more neutral base for eyeshadow application. I feel like this shade doesn’t get a lot of love but it’s a much better match for me than Painterly. Layin’ Low is a warm, beige with a matte finish. Check out Painterly Paint Pot here! MAC Layin’ Low –

For my skin tone, it is a bit too cool/ashy but I do know it works with a wide range of lighter skin tones. It blanks out the lid and provides a great base for a variety of colors. This shade gets a ton of love from Youtube and beauty bloggers. Painterly is a cool, ash brown neutral shade with a matte finish. Since they create a barrier between your skin and eyeshadow, they can increase the longevity of your eyeshadow and prevent the shadow from creasing or sliding off due to oiliness. They blend out beautifully and can be wore alone or with eyeshadow. They are a creamy, thick, and opaque cream which means great coverage when applying to the eye area.
