I guess, whenever we more forth from drugstore to high end brands in India, the first brand we all look into is MAC. At least I did. When I went into a MAC store the first time I was so green, I didn’t know what I needed, what primers were, which are the types of blushes, how to match my foundation, nothing really. I learnt all that slowly after a lot of mistakes. After collecting loads of knowledge and doing lots of research I understood a lot about MAC products. I went to the MAC store to buy a peach toned blush, by now I was quite familiar with the brand. Tried a few, didn’t really like any, till I came across MAC Coppertone Matte Powder Blush. It was not completely peach, not completely brown and I felt it was perfect, so I just grabbed this.
Product Claims – A blush that provides fantastic colour with ease and consistency.
Designed by and for professionals, formulated to provide fantastic colour with ease and consistency. Applies evenly, adheres lightly to skin to achieve a natural-looking application of colour that stays put all day.
Packaging – Comes in the signature MAC packaging. A black compact with a transparent lid which allows you to see the shade inside and has the MAC logo printed on top. Typical MAC packaging. Sturdy, travel friendly and quite light weight.
Shade – MAC Coppertone Matte Powder Blush is described as Peach Brown with matte finish on the MAC website, which I completely agree. MAC Coppertone is a peachy/muted orange shade with brown undertones. It has a matte finish. It looks dull on the pan, but applies beautifully on the skin giving it a natural peachy glow when applied with a light hand. Some people use it for contouring also, but I find it too orangey for that. But, I do skip the bronzer when I apply this blush, as I feel it’s enough in itself. I feel it is a perfect shade for Indian skin tones.
Texture – Though it is a matte powder blush, the texture is not powdery or chalky. It is buttery and finely milled. It glides on easily on to the skin and blends easily. It has a smooth texture and applies evenly on to the skin. It sits beautifully on the skin and doesn’t look streaky or blotchy. It has a pleasant fragrance which is very light and doesn’t stay for too long.
Pigmentation – It is a very pigmented blush. With a first application itself the shade comes through on your cheeks easily. You need a very little amount on a fluffy blush brush and you need to apply it with a light hand for a natural finish. You can build it up with a light hand for a darker finish. But, I feel a light finish brings out the best of this blush on your cheeks.
Staying Power – MAC Coppertone Blush easily stays on, on my cheeks for 8 hours. After which it gradually fades. But it doesn’t fade unevenly. I am quite satisfied with the staying time. I hardly wear makeup for more than that.
MAC Coppertone Matte Powder Blush (Rs 1800 for 6 gm)
Overall Thoughts
MAC Coppertone powder blush is a finely milled, soft blush which has a matte finish. It is easy to apply and blends evenly on to the skin. The peachy brown shade of the blush serves as a blush and bronzer both. You need a very little amount of blush per use and you can easily build it up if you need. It is a perfect shade for Indian Skin tone. I would definitely recommend this brush for people who love peach toned blushes.
Rating – 4.5/5 (- .5 for the ever increasing price)
*Written By Lavanya
