A few days ago when I was re-arranging my makeup collection, I realized I am big MAC Blushes junkie and I have collected quite a few universal flattering blush shades, which will suit mostly every skin tones. Most of these blushes are from MAC pro collection line and you can easily find them. Their refiller pan cost $17. If you guys wondering which shade I am in MAC then I am in NC 40- 42 shade . First things first, there are several different types of finishes of MAC blush, and I have noted that the quality differs quite significantly between the different finishes.
Matte: as the name would suggest, this just means a flat color with no shimmer or glitter. In my experience, these blushes have the best color payoff of the bunch.
Frost: Similar to the Frost eye shadows, these are pigmented colors with an inbuilt iridescent shine, leaving a sheeny color.
Satin: I think this is a hybrid of matte and frost- the color applies quite matte but leaves a soft satin, not frosty finish.
Sheertone: Again, as the name would suggest, this blush goes on quite sheer and can be built up for extra color payoff if that is the desired effect.
Sheertone Shimmer: The same as above, but with a touch of shimmer.
Mineralize: These blushes are usually domed and contain traces of shimmer running throughout the blush, leaving a soft iridescent finish.
Pro-Long wear- Lightweight finely milled powder promising 8 hours no fade color capacity.
So, here ‘s quick compilation of my Top Mac Blushes for medium, olive, Indian Skin tones:
1.MAC Gingerly Blush :It’s a warm sheer tone terracotta Mac blush with peach tones. It adds that perfect warmth to your skin .Its very flattering to medium to olive skin tones. And its one of my go to blushes in all my blushes.
2.MAC Coppertone Blush :This shade is the most unexpected one! Why? Well, in the pan the color looks kinda lil dull. I mean, a matte peachy tan color. This color is one you use when you want a warm sun kissed glow on the cheeks without adding any color. It really does add ” that extra something” to the cheeks without trying too much. You can use this both as a blush to add warmth and as a contouring color for a bronzed look. Just be careful during application since too much can look too orange/muddy. This one is such an easy “neutral” color that won’t compete with your eye or lip makeup and would go well with most skin tones. I just love how versatile this shade is and it’s the one I reach for most often among all my MAC blushes I have.
3.MAC Melba Blush: Melba is soft coral peach blush. Its that perfect blush if you are looking for spring and summer. This is the most versatile shade that looks good on every skin tones. Melba is matte in finish and is extremely pigmented and I find that it blends easily and stays put all day long.
4.MAC Peaches Blush: Peaches is a Sheer tone blush. Meaning you need to build up the color. This blush is a true peach when applied. I think it is gorgeous on most skin tones but can look a little too orangey on very fair ladies.
5.MAC Well Dressed Blush: Well Dressed is Satin finish blush .The cool-toned pink color just looks so, so lovely in pan and in real. Only down side is you really need to go lil heavy handed and build up the coverage. And girls who have uneven skin tons or breakout its sheen can really emphasize pores and wrinkles. You can definitely use this as highlighter, or if you are looking for that natural glow in your apples.
6.MAC Peachtwist Blush: Peachtwist is one of those gorgeous shades in the sheer tone shimmer collection, very flattering for Indian olive skin tones .It is a lovely peachy brown with tiny shimmer. It looks dark in the pan but comes out as a beautiful deep peach blush. Must have for dusky girls and it would look good on fair skin as well without making you look muddy, as it is sheer.
7.MAC Peachykeen Blush: Peachykeen blush color is quite similar to NARS Orgasm blush. Its another gorgeous sheer tone shimmer peach blush. Its mix of rose and coral shimmer. If you are looking for some night special events this is your blush for special occasions.
8.MAC Pink Swoon Blush: Pink Swoon is a soft candy pink blush. Its more like a lighter version of Barbie pink. It’s quite sheer. Of course it sheer tone! These ranges of blushes are sheer in pigmentation, which is good for makeup beginners. You can keep on loading the blush and it still won’t give you clown cheeks. It’s that perfect pink shade for summer.
9.MAC Sweet As Cocoa Blush: MAC Blush Sweet as Cocoa is a delectable mix of Bronze, Deep Pink sprinkled with some Apricot ~ Just like sugar sprinkles & spicy cinnamon on top of Sugar Cinnamon Donuts, this baby too brings a bit of sweet & spice to life J.Sweet as Cocoa is not so exciting in the pan but give it a chance & it will glisten you up! On my NC 42-44 skin tone, Sweet as Cocoa transmits that bronzy glow with a deep pink flush & the ultra fine shimmer adds the gorgeous sheen. If you’re lighter than me, Sweet as Cocoa will be deeper & more bronze toned whereas on duskier beauties, Sweet as Cocoa will be like one of those blushes that is subtle yet adorable!
10.MAC Trace Gold : This is a sheer tone buildable shimmer blush. Dull peachy-golden shade and can be perfectly used as a highlighter more than a blush. It’s a lovely one for summers and it gives a fabulous bronzy look!! The texture is very smooth, pearly and it’s quite pigmented too. Best part of this blush is It enhances the beauty of many other blushes too like corals & pink.Good for everyday wear and can be used by both medium and fair skin tones.The staying power is very impressive as most of the Mac blushes have: 5-7 hrs.
11.MAC Gleeful Blush : This blush is discontinued now guys !! It was from one of there holiday collection. Its that perfect shimmery dark red rosy blush. This blush like all red blushes, look terrifying in the pot. It’s definitely not a color most people would reach out for as it looks far too red, but red-based blushes are actually the best ones to get that beautiful flushed look. Most people naturally blush red of course, not pink after all! The MAC Mineralize blushes are supposed to have ‘sheer’ color, but Gleeful is one of the more pigmented ones. Lighter skin tones should apply this with a very light hand.
12.MAC Band of Roses: This was my first blush ever! I swatched it and just fell in love instantly! One side is a dark pink rose color, and the other is a deep fuchsia color. Mixed together they create a delightful pinky-purple color. This color is heavily pigmented, so use sparingly! This color is definitely for medium to dark skin tones, although light skin tones can use it once they use a very light hand.
Hope you liked this compilation post of Top MAC Blushes for Medium skin tones !!!
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