I'm a big fan of Mac makeup! I have been using Mac makeup for 2 years now and I will never switch to anything else! I use their liquid foundation because it goes on smooth and about 2 minutes after applying it, it sets on your face to give you that 'finished' porcelain look. Following the liquid, I use a powder to blend. I use a bit of blush and then some eye primer followed by their eye shadows. I recently purchased their mascara but for the price that I paid, I wouldn't buy it again. I find the drugstore brands are just as good but a lot cheaper. I would never use any makeup brushes other than theirs. I believe you can't draw a good picture without a good paint brush and the same applies to makeup. They last forever and stand up to anything! Mine are 2 years old and look brand new. One bonus with Mac Makeup is that if you return 6 empty packages to their store, you get a free eye shadow or lipstick! I find the staff incredibly helpful but a little on the 'pushy' side when it comes to selling their product. I'm sure they make a heavy commission on the products they sell because they sell me just about anything. I have to go in their on a budget and stick to it! I will never buy any other makeup other than Mac! Love it! read more

MAC Cosmetics - Cosmetics & Beauty Supply Near Me - Halifax, Nova Scotia

I always love MAX products- the employees are nice and helpful and chat to you making you feel comfortable. I walked in and no sooner did an employee say hello she'd be right with me, I was approached by a lovely male employee who was happy to help when I told him I needed it. I have s few scars of my own doing on my face but my skin is good so I didn't want to go over board- I told him about the Studio fix + foundation I saw and thought that would be a good 1 step for me without concealer and stuff. He sat me down and tried colours he thought would work with my skin tone, once we found a shade he did my whole face! It was a perfect match and did what I needed it to do - my face looked flawless and natural, not heavy. He even went the extra step and took the time to incorporate a different product I got elsewhere to see the full effect - So happy I will be back once this one is gone! read more

MAC's solid in-store expertise and consistent range of product has kept me coming back for years. Its brand is built on innovative, ahead of the curb trends and attention to all types of beauty. If it isn't your fancy to talk face to face at the store, there is an ulterior method in obtaining professional advice. Clicking onto the website, users have the option to email questions to a real MAC professional about anything make-up related. When I was just getting into cosmetics, I took advantage of this option and was written back within a few days. (These MAC artists have bios featured on the website.) I described in depth my skin tone, eye shape and colour, hair colour and requested some recommendations for a natural but polished look. She made some suggestions that I still go by today, as well as some application tips. (Eg. how to make my 'lil eyes look more full.) I've been using the same SPF foundation, "Teddy" eye liner and "Fling" eyebrow pencil for about 4 years! Lipsticks come and go... but there are definitely some MAC items I've come accustom to. FYI: Shipping is pretty inexpensive as well. But I'd strongly encourage anyone to pop into the store its handy. Service is smart and professional, and you can get some great tips! The last time I was there my sister got a full education on her skin type, right down to the derma science. MAC employees know their stuff. (Plus they're fun to look at) Another perk to MAC is their eco conscious. They encourage customers to return empty containers that will be reproduced! For every 6 you bring in, you get a free lipstick or eyeshadow. I've taken advantage many 'a time. One thing I wouldn't recommend about MAC is their mascara. I've purchased it in the past, but have found drugstore mascara to be much better and at a cheaper price. Overall MAC is a staple spot for cosmetics and expert opinion. Its store, website and staff are always inspired and passionate about what they do. This makes the difference. read more

I'm in love yelp world , its true . I have a school girl crush on MAC cosmetics. Four years ago a friend suggested I try out MAC foundation because she was sick of hearing me rant about my crazy sensitive sink and how most foundations on the market wreak havoc on my skin. Since that day I've never looked back on any other products. This MAC location is phenomenal ! As someone who is totally clueless when it comes to picking make up ; The friendly , knowledgeable and very helpful staff take out all the guess work. The staff are even willing to try the make up on you to ensure it is the proper colour and consistency for your face... So you don't look like Snookie off Jersey shore. Should you take the make up home and realize its not your jam you can return it within 30 days of purchase and with receipt . As for the quality of product and price, they go hand in hand. It quality is great and the products I've bought from MAC last me far longer then drugstore purchases. A little goes a long way... The prices are a bit more then average but I think the products are wort every cent. This location also has a green program , which really makes me smile. If you return six empty MAC products you'll receive a FREE eyeshadow, lipstick or lipgloss. Plus they keep all of your punches on file so next time you go in and forget the name of a product you use , they can look it up in their data base. If you are as clueless as I am with make up and have a fear of looking like a bronzed Snookie , may I suggest you venture into MAC and leave your make up woes in their hands ...trust me they know what their doing ! read more

I really like MAC cosmetics for the most part. They make the BEST eyeliner and have tons of different colours, and their cosmetics are reasonably priced for the most part and are generally $5-15 cheaper than the brands you'd find at Sephora. I received some really poor service here today that really disappointed me. After visiting the amazing, magnificent Sephora, I thought I might as well check MAC out because they have a HUGE selection of eye shadow colours. I like to wear makeup but I'm not very colour coordinated so I generally need the help of an associate before actually purchasing something. I got a really cool bright orange coloured eye shadow and wanted a colour to go with it. I was browsing colours for about 10 minutes trying each of them with the orange colour before I decided I needed to speak with someone. I tried asking a sales associate for help and she told me she was busy but would be right with me or would get someone to help me. I spent another 10 minutes browsing but still nobody came to help me. I asked a lady for her opinion on something. She just said "hmmm I don't know you could go with white or gold maybe, maybe brown" She did not try any of them on me or any of them with the colour I wanted. I felt like I was completely brushed off when I clearly expressed interest in purchasing some cosmetics. They were fairly busy but there were associates standing around doing nothing. I am still a fan of the product in general, and I hope I got 2 bad associates. read more

I started using MAC in 1996 when it was carried by Totally Yours off Spring Garden. When they opened a store here I was so excited. Let me start again... My name is Lori and I love makeup. The products without a doubt rank in my favourite things, this store however challenges my sanity. It is always crowded, you can never get assistance (or if you do it is fleeting and more of a load you up with product and hustle you to the cash). I have stopped going to product launches as it is a nightmare of crowding and not being able to glance much less look at the product. They always seem to have staff - just never quite enough for the demand. Selecting makeup always takes time when testing colours, formulations you prefer and applications. For me, now I do my research online - go to the cash, ask for the items and beat a hasty retreat. I love the products so A-OK. I may just have to do online - this last Saturday confirmed it. read more

Could there be a better makeup line than MAC? Not for me there isn't. I've tried store brands like Cover Girl and spent a small fortune on cosmetics from Sephora but, nothing I've found works better than MAC. The entire line of colors & products is so fun, so unique and I trust the quality. I've been wearing MAC Studiofix since 1999! I can truly say I enjoyed my makeup application & Tutorial from Tim C. and buying all my favorite products here. read more

MAC is a high end makeup store which came to Halifax in 2005. MAC is mainly known for its bold colours and glitters it's very unique compared to other brands. I find the gives you more coverage than most brands as well. They've used celebrities in their advertising to make their name. They have an awesome recycling program bring in 5 old containers and receive a free shadow/lipstick. Their products are alot cheaper than Sephora/department stores a typical eye shadow/mascara would be around $20 but their foundation would be $30 + The brushes are really worth checking out some made with horse fir and mine have been lasting me around 10 years or more. I find the foundation too cakey myself but others seem to like it. If you do come I advise coming during the week and not the weekend that's when it's really busy and you won't get any service. read more

Being a makeup addict that place is not bad at all.. lots of good quality brushes to choose from.. makeup.. Foundation. .concealers..pigments. .you name it they have it!! Associates are friendly and ready to help.. they r more than happy to help you..it actually feels like they do it for the love of it.. I came in for a brush ended up buying concealer..primer..highlighter. .two brushes. .and so much more!! There goes my pay cheque!! I enjoyed every minute of it.. I know there is nothing they can do about it but they r kinda pricy. .so put that in mind when shopping there.!! read more

Going into MAC makes me feel a tad on the coo-coo bananas side. The lights, the music, the pounds of foundation and lipstick adorning each employee's face - it's a bit of a jungle. I've been into this location on a few occasions, usually with an amiga who wants to suss something out. I must admit, I do love discovering what new hues are on offer, and the color palates can often be pretty exciting. The staff are a helpful, inventive and attentive bunch, who are prepared to slather you in concoctions until you look like either a babe or a clown (there's a fine line). I visited this location with my sis once and stood there for half an hour while one of the makeup artists decked out my sibling's peepers. She looked great and the high caliber customer service was definitely commendable, but I must say, that I still don't love this store. I think mainly it's the lights. Yeah, it's got to be those lights. It's like an interrogation against your naked, makeup free skin. I feel like the sun is coming crashing towards earth, and it's all happening inside of MAC's makeup bag of a store. So alas, I'm not a MAC fiend. I like the odd product, but I'd prefer to spend my makeup dollars on mineral based, body conscious, earth conscious, natural makeup products. Good on the employees for sporting so much facial coverage - at least they're devoted and creative. read more

I have to agree with Courtney on the excessive makeup worn by the girl at Mac. I guess the saying a little does a lot , does not apply here. I am not sure if it is a mission to use all the colours at once or what. However the saying "beauty is in the eyes of the beholder". I do have M.A.C. makeup and like it. I bought the cream/powder foundation. I am not a fan of heavy makeup, so I like the natural minerals as much as possible. I did have a look at the lip gloss that I read in a magazine was suppose to be the best. I will try that next time. I did get some info from the lady who served me, she said M.A.C. was bought a few years ago by Estee Lauder. Now we all know that brand. She also said M.A.C. does not do any advertising. I am a fan of MAC but it is pricey, so I am very selective of what I buy. read more

So. I'm usually an advocate for skin-conscious, mineral-based, pure makeup, but for MAC, I'm willing to make an exception to the rule. For one thing, MAC has all these great, vibrant shades that you just can't get with any other makeup brand- so for nights on the town when I want to make a splash against my Little black dress, I spring for my trusty neon pink MAC lipstick and jet black liner. Bold and beautiful!! Also, the staff are wicked helpful. When I first started wearing makeup, I was a total klutz and had no clue how to buy makeup (we're talking about someone who thought primer only went on walls! Ha!). The lovely ladies at MAC were really helpful (this was back in my Ottawa days- but the ladies at the HFax location are always helpful, too!). And if you stop by on a day when the store isn't crazy busy, they'll do your makeup for you, which is especially great if you're new to the whole makeup deal. The stuff here isn't exactly cheap, but that's cause it's good stuff that isn't flakey or cakey like some other brands (**you might think otherwise if you see all the makeup on the staff- but if you use the whole "everything in moderation, little goes a long way" approach, the stuff can look sophisticated, and you won't need a chisel to get it off. So there you have it- MAC has great products, especially for those who are into really vibrant and unique colors. Those who like the natural, mineral brands might not feel as inspired, but give it a whirl, because there are some great finds. read more

Although brimming with every type of colourful cosmetic and makeup item imaginable, I still find the M.A.C. store in the Halifax Shopping Center a little much in more ways than one. First of all, the makeup artist/drag queen look doesn't exactly instill confidence in the average female makeup user. Most of whom don't typically wear fluorescent eye shadow. On top of this, the M.A.C. products are all extremely expensive! Even the more unique products that I would be interested in purchasing are often outrageously priced. Ex: little holiday sets in 'Pinkzapoppin' come with: "Dainty mineralize blush, love connection mineralize eye shadow (duo) and mini buffer" all for (wait for it......) $71.50! GASP! Overall, M.A.C. does have some great products but I would recommend hitting them up for your daily makeup staples as opposed to that lime green eye shadow that you're going to wear maybe 5 times ever and will cost 75% less at a regular drugstore. A few of my M.A.C. staple favs are: powerpoint eye pencil in 'grey utility' and eye shadows in 'club' and 'shale.' The makeup artists at this M.A.C. location are pretty forceful as well, so watch out! read more

I have been using MAC for a fee years now. At first I started out like most, just a couple of basic everyday eye shadows, but I gradually started to infiltrate more MAC products into my daily makeup routine. I have to say I use pretty much all MAC now in my daily routine. I'm very VERY impressed with the high pigmentation (the color you see is the color you get!), longevity (defiantly on strong from 9-5!), and quantity. Now I say quantity because I have had pieces in their line I purchased and used on a daily basis that lasts me for MONTHS. Most of the stuff I don't use sparingly anymore either! I've had powder compacts and blushes and eye shadows last me all year too boot! I honestly find the price you pay in the end is well worth it! How many times have we purchased $5 eye shadow from the drug store only to have it fall flat?! And what happens when your skin tone falls between the colors and you only have 3-5 options? MAC clerks are also extremely well trained and very knowledgable in all things makeup. Not sure how to cover a blemish? Want to make your small eyes look big? Want to cover up dark circles under your eyes? What about that flawless porcelain skin? They can answer it all! Just ask! Don't be shy. They've heard it all before! They'll help plain Janes who are just looking for mascara and foundation to the divas in all of is who want the cat eye paired with some bright purple! What about learning how to do a proper smokey eye? They've taught me a lot and I've seen them teach the makeup challenged. One of the perks is you can return something if you don't like it. Just hang onto your receipt and return it within 30 days! All in all. Go in. Talk and try. You'll be happy you gave it a shot. read more

MAC isn't so much a simply cosmetic store as it is a a make-up experience. Salespeople are generally made up in wild and fanciful make-up palettes, but never fear: their skill and artistry will work for you if you give them a chance to demonstrate. MAC cosmetic salespeople really know their product. I've gone in several times not really knowing what I needed and each time they've directed me to the appropriate product for my needs. I tend to stick to drugstore makeup for everyday, but the MAC store supplies my higher-end product for nights and weekends when I want to break loose from the 9-5 look. Tip: Try their brightening cream under eyes to reflect light away from dark circles. It works magic! read more

I consider myself to be pretty girly, I wear makeup (I can't leave the house without mascara) and I like to spend money pampering myself, but even with those things considered I don't understand what the big deal is about MAC makeup. Ever since I saw a nearly $20 price tag on a friends MAC lip gloss tube I've been sceptical of the brand, but I decided to give the store in Halifax Shopping Centre a chance anyway. Everything comes in fluorescent colors which are very scary to me, and the female employees at this location did nothing to ease my mind. Everyone was caked with this makeup, and a few girls were helping customers find shades of eye shadow and helping with application. It was a big step for me but when one of the staff (coincidentally she was wearing the brightest makeup in the store) asked me if I wanted a free application I said sure. I wasn't pleased with the outcome, I looked like I had a butterfly hiding on each eyelid, but I did find a great foundation for dry skin that the girl who was applying my makeup recommended for me. I still don't understand the draw of most of the MAC products, but the friendly staff and clean and cool looking displays made the trip bearable. Hot Hint: The foundation that I picked up is lightweight and SPF 15 so it's great to cover you in the sun (but of course use sunscreen for extended exposure). read more

I love mac cosmetics but I always hate walking into the store. The staff tend to be stuck up and think they are better than you which is unfortunate so it makes for very awkward aquantinces. read more

I have been using MAC cosmetics for almost 20 years - I am glad the store is still in the Halifax Shopping Centre - I have not had a bad experience shopping there as I know in advance what I want and the shade I need (which the staff very much appreciates!) - when I do go it is usually on a Saturday so this helps to streamline the process - I have been using the same shades for a long time and I find the quality consistent. Just great makeup! read more

I got my makeup done by Jordan yesterday at this location for my work party and she did such an amazinggggg job. She had me glowing all night long and my boyfriend was so in love with how the make up just seemed to add a bit of glow to me and not heavy looking. She was so bubbly during our private session and provided me with the numbers on the the products used so I can return to purchase them. Thanks a lot Jordan for an awesome face beat. read more

My daughter and I had our make up done for family photos! Amazing, professional and positive! My daughter is 14 and Rob was so lovely with her and I can't tell you how wonderful and happy it made me to see the confidence she left with. M.A.C you hire only the best and it shows! One happy Mama says:"Thank you, Thank you, Thank you !" read more