MAC Mineralize Skinfinish in Soft & Gentle Review

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?

My Surprise MAC Birthday Gifts

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I don't know about you- but for me, getting a parcel through the door is up there with Christmas morning. Therefore, as you may imagine- when I had a knock at the door a few weeks ago and the postman handed me a big black box- I was screaming with excitement (in my head of course- wouldn't want to scare him).

This is a bit of a random post as it consists mainly of photographs but I thought I'd share the experience with you step by step. Also, a hugeeeee thank you to my cousin for sending me these amazing goodies for my birthday.

I am so impressed with how MAC package their gifts- it was the biggest treat ever unwrapping it. And of course it goes without saying my cousin picked the two most amazing items (which I have been lusting after for ages!!)- MSF in Soft and Gentle and Girl About Town lipstick. I feel like squealing just writing it!

Have you purchased anything from MAC lately? Would you like to see a review of any of these?