*New MAC Mineralise Skin Finish Natural

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While on holiday in America, I stopped by the MAC counter to pick up a few favourite products. In this I noticed unknown to me that the MSF Natural had new and updated packaging. Little did I know this was packaging that all of MAC's compact packaging had the same effect. I've actually realised I've never done a review on this and I've been using it for 3years!

The plastic compact is thicker. The lid is fully opaque, meaning the product can't been seen without opening the compact.



The top portion is a smooth matte solid black but now there is elements of a shiny finish. This is only on the bottom portion. The width of the plastic from the powder pan to the edge is thicker.

The inside lid features a mirror and appears to be more domed shaped as if a sponge would more easily fit inside. The powder itself doesn't seem to be changed in shape or height. The height of the lid does feel like a waste.

It's still the same amount of product compared to the old packaging, this looks classier but also bulkier.

Here is the game changer. I didn't find anything 'wrong' or that needed improving with the old packing. While I like the sleekness of the outer packaging, I don't see why they couldn't have used this the the old size. I do find with this new powder that the lid shape is a total waste of space. I can defiantly see where the extra price increase has come from!

Available:
From MAC counters in Myer & David Jones counters for $49 for 10g/0.35oz. 

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