All about Natural MSF's

[Chanel_MAC]

Best way to apply Natural MSFs

I apologize if this has already been asked, but I searched and didn't find what I was looking for. I just purchased Medium Dark, and planned on using it to either use over my UD MMU or alone. What's the best way (technique, brush, etc.) to apply them? I appreciate it!

 

[lobsteriffic]

Re: Best way to apply Natural MSFs

I apply MSF Natural (light) with the 182 brush over top my SFF...works great for me!

It would probably work great on its own too...I just have pesky acne scars to cover up so not enough coverage for me that way.

 

[~Crystal~]

Re: Best way to apply Natural MSFs

I use the MSF natural in Light too- and all I do is buff it in with my 182 brush after a tiny bit of primer- and that's it.
I'm actually using it on top of SFF today- and while the coverage is MUCH better this way, it seems to be a bit heavy for me. Using the MSF by itself works fine for when I don't need much coverage... and it makes you look glowy without being shiny! Just give it a little while on your skin- it seems to wear better with time

 

[Chanel_MAC]

Re: Best way to apply Natural MSFs

I'll have to give it a go with my 182 then over the UD MMU and also alone. Thanks so much you two

 

[aquarius11]

Re: Best way to apply Natural MSFs

Yeah, definitely use the 182 Kabuki buffer brush to apply the MSF Natural. Apply the product in a circular motion, as if you were buffing or waxing your car, lol. You can use it over foundation or concealor if you have imperfections to cover, but since it's getting to be that time of year again when MU literally melts off your face, I'd try using the MSF Natural on its own first. If you are not satisfied with the coverage, then I'd say try using minimal foundation/concealor under it for more coverage.

Enjoy your new MSF Natural...I have it, too and I love it!

 

[MiCHiE]

Re: Best way to apply Natural MSFs

Yeah....it's already getting "warm" in TX. but, I've been using my MSF alone with blot powder.....I thought it slid off with this humidity, but when I got home tonight, I was still glowing. Love this stuff....

 

[Chanel_MAC]

Re: Best way to apply Natural MSFs

Well, it's still pretty cold here in NY, and since I lived in the South for years, it's not as "hot" here even in the Summer as I'm used to. I totally appreciate everyone's responses, and I'll definitely give it a go tomorrow

 

[saniyairshad]

Re: Best way to apply Natural MSFs

I apply it with my 182, I think the most common brushes used with Natural MSFs are the 182 and 187

 

[MACgirl]

Re: Best way to apply Natural MSFs

I love using my 187 brush, it picks a great amount of product and using the circular motions with only th white part of the brush touching your face (it should feel soft at this point) gives you a very soft and natural look. The 182 is also great, i find it delivers more coverage then the 187.

 

[vivaXglamlove]

Re: Best way to apply Natural MSFs

I buff it own with my 182 and My skin looks flawless. If you don't feel like putting on eyeshadow and you look tired, I put a light dusting on my lids to my brow and I look wide awake.

I'm starting to break out and I think It's because of it. I love it a lot tho.

 

[MiCHiE]

Re: Best way to apply Natural MSFs

*Crosses Fingers*Knocks On Wood*.....I haven't broken out, yet....really, really praying I don't. I'm loving this MSF better than my regular Mineral Makeup.

 

[erica_1020]

Re: Best way to apply Natural MSFs

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Originally Posted by ♥MiCHiE♥ *Crosses Fingers*Knocks On Wood*.....I haven't broken out, yet....really, really praying I don't. I'm loving this MSF better than my regular Mineral Makeup.

I agree I hope I don't break out! I have been using a week trying different ways to apply like: with a damp songe damp from Fix+, Brush on with a Kabuki and then spray Fix+ and then use the 187 with a little more MSF to blend. I don't care for it it totally dry so I have been using Fix+ with it

 

[nausea]

Re: Best way to apply Natural MSFs

wah ? :-o i dont understand somethin..
u mean that the natural msf powders are used as a foundation for cover? like those bare minerals powders and stuff?
i dont think msf's are ment to provide cover
they are powders, for finish and make up setting, arnt they?

 

[eco]

Re: Best way to apply Natural MSFs

I bought light when these first came out and went through it pretty fast! I used a kabuki brush and buffed it on, and it gave excellent coverage..... especially for evening out skintone. I loved this on bad skin days alone, because it let my skin breathe and also took care of redness.

a mac ma used this on me for a makeover recently and she told me that as a "setting" powder, it should be lightly tapped on with a powder brush. She used the 184 (i think). I used the 187 frequently and it worked great to set makeup.

 

[MiCHiE]

Re: Best way to apply Natural MSFs

Quote:

Originally Posted by nausea wah ? :-o i dont understand somethin.. u mean that the natural msf powders are used as a foundation for cover? like those bare minerals powders and stuff? i dont think msf's are ment to provide cover they are powders, for finish and make up setting, arnt they?

From MACs site, the Natural MSF description:
A luxurious domed face powder with minerals, slowly baked to provide a dimensional yet natural-matte finish. Provides perfect low coverage. Use to set and fix foundation or as a touch-up throughout the day.

 

[mzreyes]

Re: Best way to apply Natural MSFs

I have dark, and I use it to contour my cheekbones.. using the 187

 

[rosquared]

blot powder vs. msf natural

i use mmu but i want a touch up powder for the daytime. my skin is oily so i'm thinking the blot powder would be a good idea, but i love the way the msf makes my skin look airbrushed (tested @ store), which should i tote around w/ me for touch ups? should i use both?

 

[saniyairshad]

Re: blot powder vs. msf natural

I would suggest blot powder

 

[MiCHiE]

Re: blot powder vs. msf natural

I would suggest blot powder, also. You could get both. MSF looks beautiful on, but does nothing for oiliness.

 

[BlahWah]

Re: blot powder vs. msf natural

I'd usually say blot powder, but I like how natural the msf looks. If your precedence is oiliness, blot because it absorbs. If it's to touch up, msf looks better, IMHO. I may say something different when summer hits, but so far I'm sticking with my msf and working out my oil issues some other way cuz I like how my natural skin comes thru with the msf. If the oil gets pretty bad, I'm using blot tissues and sweeping over some msf!

Sorry so long, hth!