Makeup Q&A #3
June 24, 2008
Dear Bradley,
Q: Where can I find cheaper MAC cosmetics? I don't consider EBay an option because it isn't reliable.
A:
Being a MAC employee is generally a tough job. They make relatively low wages and have to work hard for a comission in order to get by in their fields. This makes it into something they have to love. MAC employees are required to wear the latest MAC collection at all times. But MAC releases new MAC shades ALL the time. So they aren't allowed to use their old shades anymore. What happens to them? Many MAC employees sell them to their buddies for a couple bucks to help earn back a little of what they will never use again.
So my reccomendation for you, since you seem to be against purchasing product off the internet is to develop relationships with your local MAC counter girls. Talk to them, get to know them, and buy from them. As you cultivate this relationship you may be able to buy some MAC product from them under the table.
Save your eye shadow pots too because you can trade them in for more product.
Another fun thing to try out is www.makeupalley.com which is a website where you can trade makeup with people around the world. I know you're against the internet, whatever, it's a nice website that is very community driven. These girls want their makeup too so it is very likely you will get yours.
Best wishes!
XOXO
Bradley
