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MUFE HD powder vs generic silica spheres:
Wow. OK. I'm pretty excited. I'm a huge fan of MUFE HD powder (who isn't?) and I know its just very very fine silica spheres. I found very very fine silica spheres through Coastal Scents -- the same place that sells those super cheap but slightly questionable palettes. So I ordered the silica spheres. At $4 an ounce, what have I got to lose, right? Well it arrived today, and I have been comparing it to my MUFE HD powder for like twenty minutes and I can detect no difference in how finely milled it is, how it applies, how it looks, how it feels... I haven't tested in on camera, but as far as I can tell, its the same exact stuff, but for a ridiculously good price! Here's a link to what I bought: http://www.coastalscents.com/cfwebstore … -stock.cfm I'll be reporting back soon about how well it photographs, but so far I'm pretty excited  Anyway, happy holidays everyone! Dec 24 08 03:45 pm Link I saw this too, but i just figured it was too good to be true. Dec 24 08 03:55 pm Link interesting I have the huge pro size of the MUFE HD powder to use up, but would love to check this out. Dec 24 08 04:01 pm Link ..... this sounds too good to be true. Dec 24 08 04:09 pm Link Has anyone tried any other makeup from that website? I got the shopping bug lol. Dec 24 08 04:16 pm Link Elizabeth Gerbino wrote: kind of what I was thinking. Dec 24 08 04:25 pm Link Elizabeth Gerbino wrote: now I'm looking at the gel liners. LOL Dec 24 08 04:26 pm Link Elizabeth Gerbino wrote: I bought the 88 color eyeshadow palette. It isn't like, TOP quality stuff, but most of the colors are densely pigmented and photograph pretty well. I mostly use it when inspiration strikes and I want to test something on myself. Dec 24 08 04:34 pm Link My cart is already at $60  *sob* lol. Thanks for posting this girl, I'm gonna order some... That contouring palette looks REALLY tempting. AS does the 28 natural color eye palette.... Rahh! I need to stop myself! But my reasoning is that I need more matte shadows for HD, and this'd be ALOT cheaper than going and buying individual ones from mac or something, even WITH the discount. Le sigh. Shall I take the risK? Dec 24 08 04:38 pm Link Ashley Elizabeth wrote: LOL girl i feel yo' pain! Dec 24 08 04:43 pm Link Dec 24 08 04:43 pm Link Sian lololol Dec 24 08 04:44 pm Link Dec 24 08 04:47 pm Link I know! I always find myself shopping online, and usually it is much cheaper. You should see me on Zappos. Free Returns? Bad thing for me to know.... That's a good idea, I think I'll hold out until I hear more/see photographs from y'all Dec 24 08 04:49 pm Link I've been wondering about that 88 palette... I bought it just so that I would have a palette at home to practice with while my kit was in class, but are they any good for photography? Dec 24 08 04:54 pm Link Sian Melton wrote: What are your thoughts on the Fyrinnae? Dec 24 08 05:09 pm Link Dec 24 08 05:17 pm Link Hmmm, I might have to check this stuff out...since oyu said their palletes are questionable, maybe their items are just hit or miss like some other lines. Hopefully this powder is a hit....we shall see... Dec 24 08 05:27 pm Link I just bought some. Liz, We can try it out in a couple days when it arrives. Dec 24 08 05:49 pm Link That's what MUFE HD powder basically is-finely milled silica powder. I can't imagine it to be any different...but you shall be the guinea pig . But I've been DYING to buy that 13 gel eyeliner set. I'm waiting until they have a sale (which they do have pretty frequently). Dec 24 08 06:02 pm Link Alexander Tome wrote: My Hero! Dec 24 08 06:03 pm Link I was just messing around with the 88 color palette so I could show you guys just how vibrant some of the colors can get. Please excuse my horrible eyebrows, and the silly shapes and sloppy work. Just wanted to share!  Dec 24 08 06:03 pm Link GaucheCoast wrote: Oh, I'm impressed!! Dec 24 08 06:05 pm Link Elizabeth Gerbino wrote: They blend relatively easily. I have very few complaints about these shadows overall. Dec 24 08 07:26 pm Link From what I've heard, the CC powder isn't as finely milled as the MUFE. I've never tried the CC powder, but it certainly does sound to good to be true. That, or MUFE's been pulling a fast one. I don't have a microscope to be sure. Either way, I Dec 24 08 07:33 pm Link Now I'm intrigued about the DIY Glossi Glaze kit on the CS site. Dec 24 08 08:04 pm Link *bump n grind* Well, what is the consensus on the powder? Dec 30 08 10:23 am Link Elizabeth Gerbino wrote: Yes, my man got me the 28 pc neutral palette and the newer one the 26 blush and eyeshadow combo palette for xmas. Dec 30 08 10:59 am Link This stuff is all cool but I would keep it out of the lungs at all costs - fumed silica spheres do not break down ever - and probably have the same effect in the lungs as asbestos and glass insulation - cancer. Just my thought, no real evidence. Dec 30 08 11:02 am Link Elizabeth Gerbino wrote: Do it, you wont be sorry. Dec 30 08 11:10 am Link Still waiting on my silica spheres, but I got the neutral eye pallet and the 88 palette and, well, they look awesome on my wrist so far! Dec 30 08 11:27 am Link hokay, so my powder WAS here i just didn't know it. So I haven't used the MUFE HD, but ummmmm, this did awesome things to my face. so smooooooth. I have a feeling that MUFE has been shafting us. Dec 30 08 12:11 pm Link Alexander Tome wrote: interesting. I'm very interested in a comparison. Dec 30 08 12:25 pm Link Alexander Tome wrote: Hmmmm....that's good to know. I still have my HD powder in good shape so I won't buy this, but I am going to keep an eye on this thread. Dec 30 08 12:28 pm Link ahhhh, my wallet is turning anorexic...or would it be bulimic? hehe  Dec 30 08 12:39 pm Link courtney hart wrote: LOL either way for me it equals one thing -> broke. Dec 30 08 12:41 pm Link Ashley Elizabeth wrote: Haha, this is the polite version of "Very nice, amateur boy. Now where are my pros?" Dec 30 08 12:56 pm Link Alexander Tome wrote: LOL. Nah. But I'm dying for someone that has both to do a photo comparison. 1/2 side of the face with one and the other side with the other. I might have to break down and order this to do the test myself. Dec 30 08 01:06 pm Link Ashley Elizabeth wrote: It's not too bad of an order, I'll tell yah. I got 2 oz. with shipping for like 12 bucks to NYC, and it was here in 4 days including a Sunday! Dec 30 08 01:10 pm Link Iiiii can't wait to try this tomorrowww allleeexxx  Dec 30 08 06:04 pm Link |
