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MAC Double Definition Extra Dimension Skinfinish Review, Photos, Swatches

MAC Double Definition Extra Dimension Skinfinish
MAC Double Definition Extra Dimension Skinfinish

MAC Double Definition Extra Dimension Skinfinish ($30.00 for 0.31 oz.) is described as a “soft shimmery gold” and “patina bronze.” Together, they create a warm, golden-shimmered bronzed-tan with a frosted, not-quite-metallic finish. The lighter shade is a metallic yellowed gold, while the deeper shade is a pearly gold-shimmered, medium-dark brown with a slightly shadowy cast. MAC Worldly Wealth is warmer, more orange. MAC Glorify and Estee Lauder Topaz Chameleon are both darker, warmer. MAC Light Over Dark is somewhat similar. Guerlain Terracotta Sun in the City is similar to the lighter shade.

The product can be used individually or together, as each section is large enough to accommodate a normal blush brush. The lighter shade has an extremely frosted, metallic finish that’s very, very pore-emphasizing. The darker shade is more flattering against the skin, as it does not emphasize the skin’s natural texture or its pores. Swirled together and then applied, there is still noticeable emphasis of the pores due to the more metallic finish. Aside from the nature of the finish, I think this color will work well on deeper complexions. I feel like if you loved MAC’s Mineralize Skinfinishes with ultra metallic finishes and shades like Metal Rock (which I don’t own, so I can’t compare directly), you’d like this. Double Definition wore seven hours well but showed some patchiness after eight hours.  The texture was soft and blendable, but there was some dryness there–dry in the weird way that this formula can be, such that it feels dry to the touch but doesn’t perform as if it were dry.

MAC Double Definition Extra Dimension Skinfinish Review, Photos, Swatches

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8.5
Product
10
Pigmentation
8
Texture
7.5
Longevity
4.5
Application
86%
Total

MAC Double Definition Extra Dimension Skinfinish
MAC Double Definition Extra Dimension Skinfinish

MAC Double Definition Extra Dimension Skinfinish
MAC Double Definition Extra Dimension Skinfinish

MAC Double Definition Extra Dimension Skinfinish
MAC Double Definition Extra Dimension Skinfinish

MAC Double Definition Extra Dimension Skinfinish
MAC Double Definition Extra Dimension Skinfinish

MAC Double Definition Extra Dimension Skinfinish
MAC Double Definition Extra Dimension Skinfinish

MAC Double Definition Extra Dimension Skinfinish
MAC Double Definition Extra Dimension Skinfinish

MAC Double Definition Extra Dimension Skinfinish
MAC Double Definition Extra Dimension Skinfinish

MAC Double Definition Extra Dimension Skinfinish
MAC Double Definition Extra Dimension Skinfinish

MAC Double Definition Extra Dimension Skinfinish
MAC Double Definition Extra Dimension Skinfinish

MAC Double Definition Extra Dimension Skinfinish
MAC Double Definition Extra Dimension Skinfinish (lighter shade as a highlighter, darker as a blush)

MAC Double Definition Extra Dimension Skinfinish
MAC Double Definition Extra Dimension Skinfinish (lighter shade as a highlighter, darker as a blush)

MAC Double Definition Extra Dimension Skinfinish
MAC Double Definition Extra Dimension Skinfinish (applied by swirling both together in the pan)

MAC Double Definition Extra Dimension Skinfinish
MAC Double Definition Extra Dimension Skinfinish (applied by swirling both together in the pan)

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Denise S. Avatar

So glad you reviewed this today as I was going to order it sight unseen. But it does emphasize your pores, so not for me. Still kinda pretty though.

abigailod Avatar

I think it looks good on you! I had just ordered this yesterday. If it’s a finer version of Gold Deposit (which I own), it might work, fingers crossed!

Elyse Avatar

It does emphasize the pore a bit, but WOW is it gorgeous on you! It’s yet another product that just seems to be made for you, Christine!

Candi Avatar

Could you tell me how this compares to whisper of gilt? I missed it both rounds and desperately looking for a highlighter that’s similar. I’m NC35. Thanks!!

Painted Lady Avatar

I so love me some bronzers, even though I am a pale NC15 and this is gorgeous! I’m going to have to take a look at it and swatch it in person. Even I’m a little worried this might be too dark, but with a light hand, I probably could make it work.

Dayna Avatar

Hi Christine! I was wondering, do you think this would look too dark for NC20 skin? I mean both sides, even the darker as a bronzer? Please let me know, thank u! 🙂

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