UrbanSweetheart
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awww don't be sorry Lou! it's my fault >_< lol
MAC - Naturally Discussion
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GreigeClarity
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Pretty swatches...are those the blushes in the middle?
Thanks for posting the pic Mac-Guy! Happy Travels!
Thanks for posting the pic Mac-Guy! Happy Travels!
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PS: I'm traveling over the next three weeks. I will try to post more swatches and reviews when I have some time.
Mac-Guy
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Fresh Honey MB is described as a warm apricot, though on my NW15-20 skin, it swatches much more orange-y than apricot. It is an absolutely gorgeous blush which I would call "Hello Orange!" rather than "Fresh Honey." FH will set the tone for the orange trend, of which we will see a lot in 2012. Be prepared for some serious orangeness in 2012 and embrace this shade as an wonderful change to what we have seen in the past years.
The texture of FH is super soft with excellent pigmentation, which makes it easy to pick up color. If you have lighter skin (< NC/NW20), you certain want to use a light hand, especially if you are not used to wearing bright blushes. It is certainly pigmented enough to show up on darker complexions, though please test this out in the store if you are unsure as I have not seen how it performs on darker skin. But given the pigmentation, I don't foresee any issue.
FH features a semi-matte satin finish that is in tune with all the matte trend that we see in a lot of the new e/s finishes. If you like more sheen or a more shimmery finish, I recommend layering an MSF or a b/p over it. Mind you, an extra layer will mute the brightness of this blush, so if you want to fully embrace FH, I would not layer another product on top of it. If you want to test the waters (or the oranges!), layering a b/p or MSF on top will help to tone down the color.
IMO, it is the most unique MB of this collection, simply because of the orange color. It will look even more gorgeous during the summer, when you have a bit of a tan. I'm very passionate about this color and I certainly will BU it!
Fresh Honey MB is described as a warm apricot, though on my NW15-20 skin, it swatches much more orange-y than apricot. It is an absolutely gorgeous blush which I would call "Hello Orange!" rather than "Fresh Honey." FH will set the tone for the orange trend, of which we will see a lot in 2012. Be prepared for some serious orangeness in 2012 and embrace this shade as an wonderful change to what we have seen in the past years.
The texture of FH is super soft with excellent pigmentation, which makes it easy to pick up color. If you have lighter skin (< NC/NW20), you certain want to use a light hand, especially if you are not used to wearing bright blushes. It is certainly pigmented enough to show up on darker complexions, though please test this out in the store if you are unsure as I have not seen how it performs on darker skin. But given the pigmentation, I don't foresee any issue.
FH features a semi-matte satin finish that is in tune with all the matte trend that we see in a lot of the new e/s finishes. If you like more sheen or a more shimmery finish, I recommend layering an MSF or a b/p over it. Mind you, an extra layer will mute the brightness of this blush, so if you want to fully embrace FH, I would not layer another product on top of it. If you want to test the waters (or the oranges!), layering a b/p or MSF on top will help to tone down the color.
IMO, it is the most unique MB of this collection, simply because of the orange color. It will look even more gorgeous during the summer, when you have a bit of a tan. I'm very passionate about this color and I certainly will BU it!
xasperadastra
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FH is a must for me ^^ Subtle breeze is interesting too while early morning maybe it's too dark (I have a heavy hand with blushes)
Mac-Guy
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Early Morning MB is described by MAC as a peachy pink, though I would rather say it is a medium pinky peach. I
EM features a more sheen than Fresh Honey, though the sheen is very subtle and by no mean I would describe it as shimmery. It is very pigmented, thus I recommend using a light hand, though it is very easy to blend out if you ended up with clown cheeks. If you keep blending, the product will melt into your skin. I would use the 131 or the 165 for this particular blush: the 131 allows you to control the amount of product you use when applying it to the cheeks. You can easily build the color when using the 131. I probably prefer the 165 as due to it's smaller size and it's tapered shape, it is very easy to place the color in a concentrated fashion on the cheek and then blend it out from there. Personally, I did not like using the 128 or the 188 with this particular blush as the other two brushes give me a much better result.
Texture-wise, EM is a great product due to its buttery consistency, making it very easy to pick up product and apply it. If you like colorful cheeks, you will be very happy with this blush - if not, I recommend warming up to this idea! Give it at least a try in the store and pair it with a nude eye and lip. It is fascinating how a colorful blush can change the features of your face in a very positive way.
I don't find EM too warm or too cold, thus it should be suitable for both NC and NW complexions. Simply gorgeous!
Early Morning MB is the third shade from the bottom.
Early Morning MB is described by MAC as a peachy pink, though I would rather say it is a medium pinky peach. I
EM features a more sheen than Fresh Honey, though the sheen is very subtle and by no mean I would describe it as shimmery. It is very pigmented, thus I recommend using a light hand, though it is very easy to blend out if you ended up with clown cheeks. If you keep blending, the product will melt into your skin. I would use the 131 or the 165 for this particular blush: the 131 allows you to control the amount of product you use when applying it to the cheeks. You can easily build the color when using the 131. I probably prefer the 165 as due to it's smaller size and it's tapered shape, it is very easy to place the color in a concentrated fashion on the cheek and then blend it out from there. Personally, I did not like using the 128 or the 188 with this particular blush as the other two brushes give me a much better result.
Texture-wise, EM is a great product due to its buttery consistency, making it very easy to pick up product and apply it. If you like colorful cheeks, you will be very happy with this blush - if not, I recommend warming up to this idea! Give it at least a try in the store and pair it with a nude eye and lip. It is fascinating how a colorful blush can change the features of your face in a very positive way.
I don't find EM too warm or too cold, thus it should be suitable for both NC and NW complexions. Simply gorgeous!
Early Morning MB is the third shade from the bottom.
Mac-Guy
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Mac-Guy
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I thought you went to the store last weekend? Didn't you get a sneak peek?
Piarpreet
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ill go to chitown tomorrow and tuesday
Diva4eva122
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Oh gosh its like every time I do not see swatches I think ya, I might skip his collection save some money but then when I come and see these swatches I get all crazy and think I NEED EVERYTHING lol. But Mac-Guy would you say Early morning is like My Paradise cheek powder? The way it swatched it looks like it to me. well at least on my skin.
Mac-Guy
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MP is more muted whereas EM is more bright, but they are in the same color range. EM also appears more bright as it has a sheen to it that MP is missing. If you liked MP, then you will certainly like EM. It's like the next step up from MP to brighter cheeks. It's absolutely gorgeous and a must-have for blush lovers.
UrbanSweetheart
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Oh great...I need all the MBs!!! LOL! Thank you so much for the swatches Mac-Guy! I've been waiting for the swatches of those. Fresh Honey is lovely
