Name: Studio Chromagraphic Pencil [NC15/NW20]
Brand: MAC
Rating: 3.83 (23 reviews)

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Studio Chromagraphic Pencil [NC15/NW20]

Smudges

Matte

Clumps

Doesn't Have Good Color

Doesn't Last Long

Causes Allergic Reactions

Causes Breakouts

Easy to Apply

Creamy

Absorbs Well

Recommended for Warm Tones

Moisturizing

Yellow Tint

The pencil format means you have to carefully shave it with a blade to avoid waste when it gets dull, which can be a bit inconvenient. However, this is such a minor drawback that it doesn't bother me much.

I use this concealer along with BB cream and foundation. As pencil-type products are becoming less common, I find myself using this one sparingly. The application feels amazing! The shade is on the brighter side but blends in beautifully. While it's fantastic when used with MAC products, the texture alone is absolutely top-notch!

스튜디오 크로마그라픽 펜슬 [NC15/NW20]

The downside is that the staying power is a bit lacking in summer, but in winter, if you prep your skin well, it shouldn't separate and should last longer.
I wouldn't recommend this for those who want to use it on their aegyo-sal (under-eye puff).

I use NC15/NW20 shades.

I have cool-toned, oily, and super sensitive skin. 
For cushions, I use NARS in the Namsan shade, and for foundation, I use Estée Lauder Double Wear in Cool Bone.
I thought the pencil format might not absorb well, but it glides on so smoothly - I love it! It naturally covers blemishes and small acne marks. 
I heard it was discontinued, but I managed to buy it online!

The redness is not covered at all, it can only cover dark spots like freckles.

It's great because the coverage is delicate and easy to control.

Those with paler skin tones should be cautious as the yellowish tone may be more noticeable.

It is suitable for warm-toned individuals as it has a slightly yellowish tone. It can be used to brighten the aegyo-sal area nicely.

The coverage is a bit disappointing..🥲 It covers redness, dark circles, and the like well, but is less effective at concealing pimples and acne.

The pencil-type format makes it easy to apply and glides on smoothly.

Finally, please address any discoloration or spots with a light tap.

It blends out too easily. It's too soft and creamy.

The coverage is medium-to-high and the adherence is very good. The application is smooth and creamy.

 - It's a pencil-type that you sharpen, and the manager said it works well with most regular sharpeners, so you don't need to buy a special one. She also mentioned that if it ever breaks while sharpening, I can just come back and purchase a replacement.

- After finishing my base makeup, I like to lightly dab and tap this on any remaining spots or discoloration, and then gently blend it out with a brush for a more natural look.

- It's so convenient to just throw this in my bag and quickly touch up any imperfections on the go whenever I need to.

 - The color selection seems like it would only work for a small subset of Korean skin tones, as the shades are quite limited and the jumps between them are too drastic. It would be great if there was an additional, darker in-between color option. (This is why I deducted one star.)

- It's so creamy that you really have to apply it with a very light touch, barely pressing down. If you apply it too heavily, the color comes out too bright and matte, which looks unnatural.

 🖤My skin type
- Oily (I have oily skin, but it also feels tight)
- Highly sensitive + atopic (My skin is greatly affected by external environments, and when I can't sleep or feel stressed, my skin becomes dull and flaky. If I don't take allergy medication during seasonal changes, my skin becomes itchy and the folded areas like my eyelids swell and peel, making it very sensitive)
- Doesn't get along well with oil-based products (There are some good ones, but they're rare)
- Acne-prone skin (I always get at least one huge pimple before and after my period, and since wearing a mask, I've been dealing with constant small bumps)
- Large pores
- An overall problematic skin condition

🤎Product review
- I went to MAC to buy a brush, and the manager offered to demonstrate some products. I sat down and learned a simple cover makeup routine, and ended up purchasing the products. (I paid for them myself)

- I usually get at least one huge pimple, and whether I use liquid, pot, or stick concealer, it doesn't cover it well and instead makes it look more prominent or cakey. I also have a lot of oil, so I've found that not using concealer at all is better than having it break down. But based on the MAC manager's recommendation, I recently purchased this product.

- It's a soft crayon-type, and just a light touch makes it highly pigmented. It's not thick or irritating to the skin, and while it has some oil content, it doesn't break down or disappear completely, but fades naturally, which I'm satisfied with.

- It works well for covering dark spots, freckles, and acne scars (though if the discoloration is very dark, you'll need to layer it). Especially for my stubborn, protruding pimples, this has been the best.

I wish the color was a bit brighter, and the price is a bit expensive.

It covers flaws well, has good adherence, and fits nicely without any issues.

There's not really any downside, but if I had to point out one, it's that you have to sharpen it to use it.
But I already use a lot of sharpened products and I'm not a heavy concealer user, so it's not really an inconvenience for me.

It's a pencil-type product, but it's not too dry and has a nice creamy texture.
It can cover most minor blemishes.
I've tried a lot of gentle concealers since my skin is very sensitive, but considering factors like irritation, coverage, quantity, and price, this one seems to be the best.

When going out with a light makeup look, applying a color-tinted sunscreen and then lightly touching up gives a natural, yet not entirely bare-faced appearance.

It's a hassle to have to sharpen it for use, but other than that, there's no major inconvenience. However, it does contain 9 cautionary ingredients, which is a bit concerning.

The product applies smoothly and is easy to apply. After covering the blemishes, my skin looks as if it belongs to someone with excellent skin.

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