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MAC Small Vanity Blush Reviews, Photos, Swatches

MAC Small Vanity Blush
MAC Small Vanity Blush

Allow Me This Small Vanity

MAC Small Vanity Blush ($22.00 for 0.21 oz.) is described as a “dusty rose tan.” It’s a subdued, reddish brown with a warm champagne sheen. It has a satin finish, but the sheen was a little more compared to the other two blushes in this launch–still subtle, though. MAC Stratus is the bolder, more dramatic sister–I think they will end up looking similar if you wear Stratus very, very sheerly. NARS G-Spot is rosier. MAC Petticoat is kind of similar, more metallic and pinker. MAC Notable is a little darker, less red.

Of all three blushes, Small Vanity had the most color payoff–it was good–and was softer than the other two, as well.  When applied, it was easy to blend out the edges and get enough color without having to go back for more multiple times.   I used MAC’s 116 brush to dab this over cheeks, and it wore for eight hours with minor fading around the edges.

MAC Small Vanity Blush
MAC Small Vanity Blush

MAC Small Vanity Blush
MAC Small Vanity Blush

MAC Small Vanity Blush
MAC Small Vanity Blush

MAC Small Vanity Blush
MAC Small Vanity Blush

MAC Small Vanity Blush
MAC Small Vanity Blush

MAC Small Vanity Blush
MAC Small Vanity Blush

MAC Small Vanity Blush
MAC Small Vanity Blush

MAC Small Vanity Blush
MAC Small Vanity Blush

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Jade Avatar

Hi Christine,

I was wondering if this compares to prim and proper that came out with the Liberty of London collection at all?

Thanks for the swatches!

Lauren Avatar

I love this blush on you. The color is so beautiful and I don’t have anything like it (and I was worried it would sell out), so I already ordered it from Norstrom.com. You and I have similar coloring, so I just know I’ll love it too. So glad to hear that this blush lasts too. Blush fade is a major issue for me.

xamyx Avatar

This looks *alot* like tarte Adventurous (from the Carried Away set), which I’ve been wearing for the last week, and I’m between NC15-20 right now. If it goes on too strong, you can always powder it down!

Dana Avatar

I’m so glad that you gave this a good rating! I already pre-ordered mine a couple weeks ago. I thought this was softer than the others but people thought I was just nuts lol

Leticia Avatar

Blush is the cosmetic I buy less of, but this one looks so lovely on you, I’ll have to chek it out :)! Oh, and Glamourdaze LS looks gorgeous on you too!

Melissa C Avatar

I’m glad you say that about Stratus, because I have that and love it, but can really only wear it sheered out – so know I know I don’t need this, event though I think it is beautiful!

Monica! Avatar

Hi Chris! At first glance I thought this should be compared to Mac Desert Rose or Dolce Vita by Nars, but those are pinker I think? Anyho I love it! I shall get this and easy manner

Jade Avatar

This looks STUNNING on you Christine! I’m pretty sure it would just turn up ruddy and too dark on me – I’m NC15, though I lean a bit neutral.

blueraccoon Avatar

I actually really like this. I feel like some kind of Tarte blush is similar, but hell if I know which one, and it’s entirely possible I’m wrong. I may have to pick this up!

Bb Avatar

First let me say…Thanks for all the reviews!!

But I was wondering if you think there were any favorites or must haves/buys from the holiday collection? There is so much stuff!

Lilac Avatar

Hi,
could this be a lighter version of Benefit’s Dallas? I am always scared of that one because I`m NC 5-15 – as in that this MAC-Blush is less plummy and not as dark? Thank you 🙂

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