Wednesday, November 4, 2015






Are you familiar with the Back To Mac program? You probably are but if you are not, no worries. I will explain. In fact I was surprised to find that as recently as last year or so, some Mac loving gals I know didn’t know about this giving back program. For being repeat offenders at Mac, it was shocking to say the least.


Back to Mac is a recycle program where Mac accepts empty packaging of any of their products in exchange for a new product. Typically you turn in six empties and you get a lipstick of your choice. Pretty simple.

I usually save up my empties and go in for six or seven lipsticks. Some of the eye shadow pots below are not all the way empty but I've had them for over two years so it's time to say adios to them too, used up or not.

It’s back to Mac time for me and I'm excited to be hauling all these empties back in exchange for some of the new and very pretty holiday colors. I’ll be sure to share my haul in an upcoming post.

If you didn't know about this program, not to worry. You can't wish the ones you've tossed for years back but you can start now to save those empties. Pretty soon you'll be smiling your way to the bank Mac counter near you to exchange them for some haute lippies.

Do you love Mac lipsticks? I find them very pigmented and have had particularly very good luck with the staying power. And if a matte finish is your thing, just don’t forget to prime your lips prior to application to avoid drying out. I use a lip primer from Bite cosmetics. Much as I love it, I’m currently shopping for and trying out products from other brands and will share my finds with you shortly. I heard a ‘thank you’ :)), you’re so welcome ;).

To get more info on the Back To Mac program, stop by their website and have you a very very happy hump day.


Thank you for stopping by and have a great rest of the week, Xo
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38 comments:

  1. What an ingenious idea! Great way to reward their loyal clients.

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  2. Idu you're really a Mac lover. See all those empties. I never knew about this but thank God I read this post. Missed your posts but I'm back now.

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  3. Woah! Looks like you'll be going to town with all those empties! I'd heard about this before and I think another Australian brand over here does the same thing. I won't name it because I'm probably wrong lol.

    Sxx
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  4. I never heard about this before and I must to say that this is great idea :-)

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  5. Happy hump day Idu, yes I'm familiar with the back to Mac program. I have gotten a few "free" lipsticks that way and I love their lipsticks very much :D

    MIASMODE

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  6. Good morning beautiful!! I am a repeat offender too. I love mac products, but I never knew about the program. Shame on me!
    Thanks for sharing this post with us.
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  7. Lovely products ;)

    Kisses from Spain

    Mónica Sors

    MES VOYAGES À PARIS

    RAINY PARIS WITH KNIT DRESS!

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  8. I didn't know about this program, I hope it works in my country too:)

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  9. I have not used a lot of Mac products although I do love them... this is so good to know, I have store close by and I think this is an awesome way to get free items ... I will support this idea going forward. I love matte lipsticks, I love how long they last... cream ones are nice but they have to reapplied over and over xox

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  10. Lovely post. I must to try MAC lipsticks :)

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  11. I wonder if it's functional in the MAC outlets here in Nigeria.

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  12. Thank you for sharing. Happy Hump Day!!!

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  13. I heard about the MAC recycling thingy sometime last year ,i am a fan of thier lippies and i use their studio fix range of foundation as well. ,so once i can accumulate enough empties i'll make way to the counter. Your stash is quite a lot ,You're a MAC girl, so you i guess you're going to be getting some stuffs too. I haven't tried any of their pencils though ,maybe soon. Great post and have a great day too.

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  14. Genial iniciativa de Mac!!!
    Un beso
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  15. love Mac!!

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  16. wow, this is amazing, I didn't know that until know. Have to check out if it's the same here, but I hope so :D
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  17. Love this!
    Dora www.bangsbang.com

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  18. I love this brand!!
    XX

    Mónica Sors

    MES VOYAGES À PARIS

    RAINY PARIS WITH KNIT DRESS!

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  19. It is a great brand and heck, their products are good so why not? Now, I just have to say kudos to you for being so loyal. Go girl! Knock yourself out and come back to share your picks with us.

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  20. Hi!
    Your blog is wonderful, Congratulations !
    Beautiful post.
    The photos are beautiful.
    I am following , you could follow too?
    Kisses from Brazil.
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  21. Gotta love MAC products! Their lipsticks are my favorite. :)

    Best,
    Christina

    Looks by Lau

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  22. YES! I've been saving mine for months :P :) Btw, I enjoy reading your blog! and I hope maybe you might enjoy mine as it's a fashion blog like yours :)

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  23. wow, this is cool! great post! xx
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  24. Thank you for letting me know about this! I had no idea to be honest and what a great programme indeed! And whoa girl, that's some empties you got there, I would be smiling too!

    Shireen | Reflection of Sanity

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  25. it so so like my dream to have all that!
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  26. I love MAC!

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  27. I love Mac s products darling!! Thanks for sharing!
    Baci,
    Coco et La vie en rose - Valeria Arizzi

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  28. I remember using the Mac programme, but I only usually used their glosses and eyeshadows. I've not bought Mac makeup in ages. But, I always loved that they recycled their containers. <3
    Eco-Autumn

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  29. I remember using the Mac programme, but I only usually used their glosses and eyeshadows. I've not bought Mac makeup in ages. But, I always loved that they recycled their containers. <3
    Eco-Autumn

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  30. Amazing colection! Have a great weekend

    kiss Adela Acanski

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  31. Mac is Amazing...good choice Darling!
    Chiara
    http://shesinfashionblog.com

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  32. wow,that sounds awesome,they actually do exchange and give you a new one just awesome
    Great post dear

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  33. Never heard of the back to Mac program, thanks for sharing :)
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  34. Ohhh MAC products are so so good..

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  35. Thanks for the info, i did not knew about this.
    I am going to find out in a boutique in my city if this programme exists ;)

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  36. Time to start saving my empty bottles for new goodies.....Wohoo!
    Nice concept.
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