answer:I am a retired drag queen, and I know my way around the cosmetics area of Macy’s. When I wore makeup, I chose the type depending on the venue of the performance. If I knew there would be harsh, professional theatrical lights, I wore theatrical makeup. I liked Ben Nye. If I was performing in a bar with low lights, I wore makeup that was as close to pure pigments as I could get. I have forgotten the brands. I wanted as few chemicals as I could obtain. I remember buying some brands from Target. I have never used Mary Kay. I suggest reading the list of ingredients in the things you use, and then you can search Google for any information there may be about those ingredients. I hope someone with direct knowledge of Mary Kay cosmetics will come along.