MAC Prep+Prime Face Protect SPF 50 PA++

A never-ending quest for the right sunscreen that fits the bill led me to the rather unassuming Face Protect SPF 50 PA++ from MAC Prep+Prime.

It comes in a shiny black box with specks of glitter - dark, dreamy, and exciting. 

The tube is similarly sleek and I see can cater to both sexes. 

Sealed for your protection.

Squeezed out it is a white glob of a light cream consistency. The formula is superb -- not sticky and strangely calming to my intolerant skin. This product is also very good at oil control. Paired with a serum underneath, it kept my face matte and clean-looking the whole day, with only a few oils breaking through the nose area. It didn't break me out nor cause any clogged pore. As a bonus, it doesn't even need a separate makeup remover to take off. 

Spread out it dries to an invisible soft matte finish. Overall, an excellent sunscreen and primer that I would recommend to all, even to those with very sensitive skin. 

Application instructions. 

One bottle lasted me over three months. It can be quite tricky to squeeze out the last bits of product but it's nothing that a good pair of scissors can't handle.

Standing up.

Mindless me threw away the container after it was finished (arg!). Exchange three empty MAC containers for a lipstick. 

They print out the date of manufacture in clear numbers now. 

Ingredients list.

Urban Decay Deluxe Shadow Box

Urban Decay Deluxe Shadow Box is a collection of the brand's nine best-selling deluxe formula shades (thank you S, for this). 

Above, packaged in its original see-through box. It comes with a travel-sized Eyeshadow Primer Potion.

The compact velvety case looks like a sequined clutch bag.

The eclectic mix of brights and neutrals in this collection certainly makes it my kind of palette.

Here they are swatched lightly.

All of them feel buttery soft and are very pigmented. It encourages creativity, what with the bright green, deep gold, and rich neutrals. Peace makes a good liner shade, for the color just pops. Overall, this makes a good starter kit for those wanting to experiment with bolder shades at an exceptional texture. 

Mirror, mirror.

The puny Potion.

As stated before, I have never been a fan of this eyeshadow base. It was also a challenge to scoop out any product from this bottle. 

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