This powder is amazing and does create a beautiful, flawless look to any face. BUT, I rarely re-purchase for the following reasons:

1. IT BREAKS ME OUT. This product is great but I have come to realize after a few weeks it begins to break me out quite badly. However.. I plan on finishing it because I just love how well it makes my face look (besides the blemish uglyness..)

2. I really don't like mac's colors.. all their shades are orangey/yellow and on my skin definitely come out that way. Even the "light" shade is too dark for my skin tone. I mix the mac with a light regular pressed powder to create a better shade for my skin. COME ON MAC, WHAT ABOUT THE PALE PEOPLE!?

3. The price tag.. 33$ approx. for one powder. Sure I can use it in the BACK2MAC program which is great but 6 product containers for one lipstick..?

I will be returning to my Covergirl powder foundation is the lightest shade because it worked, it covered, it did not break me out and at around 12$ my wallet stays happy!

I've been looking for a mineral powder that I can use to help control shine and give a more matte effect so I picked up this product from the MAC store.

I've been using the 'medium' shade and in the whole 'Silkfinish Natural' range there are 8 different shade options.

This gives light-to-medium coverage depending how you apply it. I usually use a powder brush and just dust it lightly all over after applying by foundation, however I've also used a powder sponge when I've needed a heavier application. It doesn't come with a sponge so keep that in mind if you're looking to use it that way.

So far i really like the product, it does what I wanted it to do. It doesn't have any luminosity factor which sometimes I wish it did, although they have other silkfinish products that have that feature.

The only thing I wish it had was an SPF factor. I'd really like to find a mineral face powder that does so I can reapply throughout the day to protect myself and my skin!

I use the "Medium/Dark" as a bronzer and LOVE IT!! Very natural sun kissed look and you can layer it, so for night time I use a little more to look nice and tanned for pictures!

I really enjoy this powder. Coverage of this powder is not too heavy and not too light it is just right. I use a big blush brush to apply and it distributes quiet nicely. I have replaced MAC's Blot Powder with this product as it is more effective in achieving a natural look. My shine is taken care of without wearing too much on my face!!