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As much as possible, I want to feature a product here on my blog that is worth checking out so today I would like to introduce to you my favorite MAC Taupe Powder Blush ($22.00 for 0.21 oz). Been using it since late October and I obviously love it to the max!
I primarily use this powder blush to achieve prominent cheekbones while it may sound so technical but this dark shade has a cloaking skill to recede some areas of the face. This technique is called contouring.
Beauty bloggers like my friend Agata (luv ya, girl!) are very bad for my never-ending makeup wishlist. They are my top enablers of my artistry life in a non-self-destructive way. For real, I am glad that I was able to scratch MAC Taupe Powder Blush off on my want-list and gave it a go! Here’s why I adore this powder blush from MAC Cosmetics!
GRAY WITH A TINGE OF BROWN
In the world of beauty, Taupe is kind of a popular shade. You can also find this color on your eye shadow palette and most brands have their own version of it in different textures and finishes.
MAC Taupe Powder Blush has a flat matte finish and has a good amount of warm undertones in it. Lightweight and buildable. Non-chalky. Easily blends with the skin and it feels very silky when touched — I am so in love. It is housed in a typical MAC spill-proof compact in black without a mirror. Unsure if this still belongs to MAC’s permanent range but I bought it from Nordstrom for your reference.
SO YOU WANT IT?
If you are new to facial contouring business (like me, ahem!), MAC Taupe Powder Blush can be your starting go-to blush.
If you also have a NC35 skin tone like mine and if you are confident enough that this shade will also look good on you because it did look good on me — but that was according to my taste, purchase this soon, please!
LESS IS MORE, OF COURSE.
The moment I felt that I was having faith in my contouring skills and thought I knew what was I doing in a bold way, I found myself putting on an extra layer with some crazy, vigorous strokes. Guess what? Maybe it may look nice in photos but yikes I looked horrible in day light. Never again. Thank you very much.
AGAINST THE SKIN
I know those who have sharp eyes can tell where I put the MAC Taupe Powder Blush on my face here. It amazes me that with just using this blush, I can fake life. *laughs*
Until next time!
Hey Laarni! I hav ebeen lusting after this myself and for years! I always though this was an LE blush is that true?? I may have to rush out now and get it!! 🙂
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Hi Divya, I also thought this was LE but Nordstrom still carries it! Get it as soon as possible! Thank you for visiting! xo 😈
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The colour is perfect, it has that grey tone to it and it’s so subtle. Also similar to Nyx Taupe, I think?
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Xuvious, yes, yes! They’re being compared! I need to try NYX Taupe so I can tell which is better but the last time I checked it here, it’s OOS. I will try to visit again NYX in our place. Thanks for visiting! xo 😎
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Hi Laarni! I am so glad you got it! I guess I talked about it long enough 🙂 I have had this blush for months and it’s still my favorite contouring product. A little does go a long way but I love how natural this shade looks!
Oh, and I am glad to see you are liking your pink lipstick. It does look beautiful on you.
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Hello Agata, I am sure that I am going to hit the pan very soon! I should have bought two. Haha! Thanks hun. xo
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Ahhhh so pretty! I want to get thiiiiiiis!!!! Sana nga lang it would show up on my skin haha
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Hi Victoria, i think it will show up on your skin!!! Haha! Thanks.
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Hi Laarni! I think this really is perfect for you! The blush is soft and looks so natural on you 🙂 I get the appeal! 😈
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Hello Natasja! Thank you and welcome to my blog! xo 😈
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I am not even new to contouring, I just plain don’t contour. Ever. Unless sweeping some bronzer on my cheekbones counts. Either way, this looks like a great beginner’s shade, easy to work with!
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Hi Melissa, I used to use bronzer alone for contouring but now I am layering three blushes! haha! Thanks for visiting! xo 😉
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It’s such a pretty shade for contour! I accumulated a lot of contour creams & powders since then. Need to maybe post about them on my blog. Hehe. 😛
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Hello Juvy, thank you! And yes, please! I am interested to see your collection! Blog about it soon! xoxo 🙂
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Such a pretty color! I love all the neutral makeup, so will definitely have to check this out.
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Hello PM, yes, check it out! It’s a great product! Welcome to my blog! Stalkin’ yours now~ 😈
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You are looking gorgeous!! This is such a nice shade for contouring!
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Thank you, Mily! I am glad I’ve found my contour blush! hihi. 😯
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The blush looks very subtle and natural on you Laarni!! Have a lovely day 🙂
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Weird how names get us. Because its marketed as a blush I always found it too grey lol but as a contour omg thats brilliant!! Looks so pretty on you and i’ve added this to my “after makeup purge makeup wishlist” list :))
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I like how it doesn’t have a hint of orange at all! Perfect for contouring! And I can definitely spot the subtle effect on your cheek! 😀
It’s really pretty and pops those cheekbones like a boss!
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Did you put this on your eyes too? You look great.
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This is a beautiful contouring shade for very light to light skin tones. So going into my PRO kit! 😯
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hehe yeah less is more..it looks perfect in pictures by the way 🙂
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I’ve yet to try my hand in contouring, but I could see myself going MAC if and when I do. It looks great on you, very subtle indeed. 🙂
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