MAC Mineralise Skin Finish Soft and Gentle Review

I found this powder to be quite average. I prefer a more thick look (is that the right word?) would be good for people with clear skin though!

So I came across this by accident. BEST accident I've ever had. I was skeptical it would suit my colour tone being a rosey gold colour and me being olive. I thought it'd be too pinky toned for me but it suited me well. Like all Mac products it's something that's going to last me a while.

I love the lightness of this highlighter on my skin. Definitely something I'd recommend and buy again.

I am conflicted on this highlighter. Yes, it is very pretty. Yes, it is a nice quality. But is it actually worth it?? I brought mine from MAC USA site direct, so I didn't pay the inflated price NZ sells it for which I'm thankful for. It's not really something I haven't seen before and is along the same level as Mary Lou Manizer and Stila Duo All Over Shimmer. It's no better quality or standard to those products in my opinion.... So not very life changing for me unfortunately BUT it is still very nice and gives a beautiful highlight... Just like the other mentioned highlighters do! It is quite shimmery so you need to be light handed.

I think if your a huge MAC fan and want a nice quality highlighter in your collection then this is great. I'm just jaded as I seem to have a collection of similar products building up! But if your on a hunt for a good highlighter then this is probably worth a try if you can afford it. It will last you a long time so you get a lot of use for your money.

 This is a gorgeous peach champagne highlighter with a frosted sheen and fine shimmers.  I generally don't mind fine shimmers but this product has A LOT of it and if you're from the chocolate club it'll be more evident on our skin tones. In the pan and under natural lighting it doesn't look like it has a lot of shimmer but shine your phone torch on it (yes I know judge me later haha) and voila c'est disco ball.  

Once your makeup starts to fade along with the frosted sheen from the highlighter guess what will still be there? The shimmer.  Don't get me wrong I really like this product but it's not anything too different to the bajillions of highlighters that are out there that we haven't seen already.  

What makes me happy to have it in my collection is that it has a finely milled texture which helps the highlighter glide on smoothly and leaves you with a beautiful glow  (if applied with care) where you can't really pinpoint what is it that's making that person glow (until you see the shimmer).  It's stunning but I have to show restraint when applying it.  With highlighters I love to apply them on my cheeks as well however this highlighter is strictly for cheekbones and nothing more (FOR ME) - for a highlight lover that is NOT cool.

The frosted sheen begins to fade by the 5th hour so I tend to be left with more shimmer than highlight but to manage that I layer it over another highlight with a richer champagne colour (i.e. Laura Mercier in Indiscretion).  The shimmer transfers so just be mindful to keep your hands away from your face.  Would I recommend this highlighter hmmmmm yes but it wouldn't be my first option - with this highlighter I think application is key. 

Not only does this mineralise skin finish look like a beautifully baked mooncake, but it gives you that perfect sheen. I've used it on myself and others and I find it blends really well no matter the skin tone. Perfect if like me, you want to be a beautiful lil glazed donut.

This is a fantastic product which I would recommend to my friends. I use this every day as it provides great coverage but can be applied lightly for a more natural daytime look. Mac has a wide range of shades which suit anny complexion. This mineral powder is great for covering blemishes, especially when used alongside Mac concealers.

Unless you have a good brush it can be a bit difficult to apply, however its a great highlighter. When I don't want to use a bronzer it blend well with my blush, I think also the price is a bit high for this product. But currently I have been using it for over 3 month most days and it hasn't even touched the pan!

I have been using this mineralise powder for last 5 months and it's just perfect. I use it as setting powder sometimes as well as just go nude with this powder over moisturiser. It's indeed soft and gentle and good for highlighting as well.

Don't get me wrong I love this highlighter. But it isn't my everyday one. The MAC mineralize products are some of my favourite products (especially the mineralise skin finish natural). I find this highlighter to be very glittery which isn't what I want for an everyday look. But is great for a going out highlighter for me. I also find in the daylight that it can emphasise my pores a wee bit. This is a product I would advise swatching it a counter before buying.