Monday, 2 September 2013

MAC Mineralize Skinfinish in Soft & Gentle Review

black square box with circle into shimmery tub inside
close up of black sticker on side of box reading soft and gentle
closed black round tub with clear middle showing baked gold/ bronze shimmery powder inside
close up of open baked orange/ cream shimmery powder
fingertip dipped in shimmery gold powder in front of powder package
gold shimmer on back of white hand
Hey Everyone!

You know when you want a product for ages, and ages, and ages and you finally get it and its really disappointing and not worth it? Well this is not one of those situations at all!!

I'm sure by now you'll be aware (by my constant references to it in blog posts and tweets) that I'm head over heels with MAC Mineralize Skinfinish in Soft & Gentle at the moment. It was a birthday gift from my cousin and I honestly can't believe I have gone so long without having it.

The packaging is very sophisticated and high end- as with all MAC products it comes in a sturdy black plastic case with flecks of silver. The baked powder looks absolutely gorgeous- very marble like. The only problem I have with this product (getting it out of the way quickly) is that its quite messy and the powder gets all over the packaging even when its just sitting on a flat surface all day. I just use my brush to clean up most of it though.

To apply, I use a medium sized fluffy powder brush and sweep and dab it up my cheekbones. A little goes a long way with this rich, almost creamy powder and it blends easily. The gold flecks catch the light beautifully and it gives a lovely glow. It is the most gorgeous highlighter I've used and in my opinion transforms your whole makeup look.

I have been wearing it with my Bourjois Rose D'Or Blush and the two compliment each other beautifully. My cheeks are now the attention grabbers of my makeup!

Although this comes with a heavy price tag, I would highly recommend this as an essential for any makeup lovers collection. It is my new HG cheek product and I don't think any other highlight will ever come close to being as good as it!

Have you tried it? What do you think?

12 comments:

  1. What a relief, I read the first paragraph and thought OH NO! I too have fancied this for a while and your post has given me the final push to order :)

    Love Kate at prettylittleus

    xxx

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    1. Hahaha yayy definitely let me know how you get on! xx

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  2. Oh now this is stunning, I am liking the look of it alot xx

    Lots of Love Beautyqueenuk xx

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  3. This looks amazing. The price tag is putting me off though :/

    Hayley
    Water Painted Dreams
    xxx

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    1. I was the same but I can honestly say its worth it!xx

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  4. Oh my! This is such a pretty highlighter!
    Haven't tried anything - but eyeshadows and lipsticks from MAC. Need to get my hands in some other products soon and this is definitly on the top after seeing this review :)

    Great post

    xx
    Mlhauken // Beauty, Lifestyle & a bit Fashion

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    1. I know I love it! Ooh I haven't tried eyeshadows! Yay let me know if you get it xx

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  5. i have been wanting for this for ages, it looks so lovely xxxx
    mollyox.blogspot.com

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  6. I love this highlighter, it's a staple in my collection!! I've had it for ages and there is barely even a dent in it!!

    www.chrissylilly.blogspot.com x

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    1. Ooh that's good- it won't feel like such a pinch if I don't have to buy it a lot!xx

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