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3 Things to Know About the New MAC Jeremy Scott Cheek X3: Acoustica Palette

February 14th, 2018 by Karen 34 Comments

mac jeremy scott cheek x 3 acoustica
Wearing the MAC Jeremy Scott Cheek X3: Acoustica LE cheek palette

Ya know, I’m looking at this palette from the new MAC Jeremey Scott collection, and it’s dawning on me that…I don’t think I have a legit CD player in my house anymore.

There’s one in my Mazda…and I think I might have an external USB one somewhere for my computer…but that’s it. I don’t think I have a regular old music CD player anywhere, and I guess that’s a good thing, because I can totally see myself trying to force-feed this blush palette into it, either by accident, as I mistake it for my Prince mix and push “Play” a bunch of times and, after hearing no sound come out, curse all the technology that has ever existed, or, on purpose, out of morbid curiosity. 🙂

mac jeremy scott collection outer packaging
Kudos to the MAC design team for nailing the ’90s style in this collection. It’s completely ON POINT!

The MAC Jeremy Scott Cheek X3: Acoustica palette CD packaging looks so real, though! When I turned it over, I half expected to see scratches on the back.

mac jeremy scott cheek x 3 acoustica swatches
Blush, bronzer and highlighter

The palette is $35 and part of a new ’90s music-themed MAC collab collection with designer Jeremy Scott, who has his own clothing line and also designs for big brands like Adidas and Moschino.

His style is kinda out there… Like, if the Care Bears were club kids in the world of the Fifth Element (fun fact: Jean Paul Gaultier designed the costumes for that movie). The clothes are colorful, cheeky, retro-futuristic, and often ’80s and ’90s nostalgic.

The Acoustica LE palette, which is one piece in the three-piece collection, has powder blush, bronzer and a highlighter.

mac jeremy scott cheek x 3 acoustica before after
Before and after applying Acoustica to my cheeks

1. The highlighter is hella “blinged out.”

It’s a stark frosty beige-white with large grains and glitter pieces. When I sweep a little on my upper cheek bones, Martians are able to see my smile lines from space…

If I just sat around with a RBF all day long, this would be fine, but I’m not about to mug like that for 12 hours. I gotta smile, man! I gotta smile! ?

2. The bronzer has a slightly gray undertone.

It’s one of those with finely milled powders that goes on looking all toasty and deliciously golden brown…but over time a gray undertone comes through.

If you’re going for a sharp, sculpted look with cheekbones sharp enough to cut glass, I think it could look very cool, but I tend to prefer a more diffused bronzer look for my face.

After wearing this for a few hours, I think my face looks…dirty, for lack of a better word.

3. The blush is bomb.

It’s satiny, smooth and my favorite thing about this palette. I think it looks a little like MAC Fleur Powder Blush.

mac jeremy scott cheek x 3 acoustica packaging inside

Really, this palette is all about the packaging, and no doubt, it’s cute and original. If you’re a MAC collector, this is a must, because they didn’t pull any punches when they designed the packaging.

Be that as it may, though, IMO, when it comes to the business of sculpting, highlighting and adding color to cheeks, I can think of other similarly priced palettes that do it better. The BECCA Chrissy Tiegan (it’s still available on the BECCA site!) is one, and even though it’s a little more expensive, I think the bronzer and highlighter are more flexible, flattering and easier to use than these.

I’d steer you in that direction if you were looking for a versatile, wearable everyday cheek palette to wear with lots of different looks.

Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,

Karen

P.S. Happy Valentine’s!!!!! ???

3 Things to Know About the New MAC Jeremy Scott Cheek X3: Acoustica Palette / Originally published February 14th, 2018

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  1. Kim says

    February 14th, 2018 at 8:42 am

    Happy Valentine’s! The packaging is outstanding. I love the cassette tape. This will definitely appeal to children of the 80s and 90s. Can I just say how much I want those furry leg warmers (or perhaps they’re part of the boots)? They’re quite bright but they look SOOOO warm. 🙂 I thought the blush was really pretty on you. Glad to hear you liked it the best of the bunch.

    Red lip update: Today is Bobbi Brown Raisin; yesterday was Clinique Berry Cream (I think that was the name). So, I’m right back in my wheelhouse of berries and browns. Technically, there is red in them. 😉

    Reply
    • Karen says

      February 14th, 2018 at 10:02 am

      Hey Kim,

      They DO look warm, like Muppets are hugging your legs. LOL

      And yay for the red lip update. YES! Sending you a virtual high five, whoop-whoop!

      Reply
  2. Lexi says

    February 14th, 2018 at 9:12 am

    Glad to know I can save my money on this one. Although, it’s tough cuz I’m feeling that packaging. And I still have hella CD’s in my house – my husband makes fun of me but I have zero f*cks to give, I love the nostalgia of it all!

    I’ll be waiting for your your eye shadow palette review, I have a feeling I’m going to love that one. Please don’t fail me! 🙂

    My red of the day: KVD Misfit – going on 2 days in a row. Thanks for your 14 days of reds, I’ve been pulling out a few deep lip colors that haven’t got much play in a while. Misfit is my new favorite, like a brown, brick red. It’s very 90’s – right in my wheel house!

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    • Karen says

      February 14th, 2018 at 10:01 am

      Girl, I have them all over the place! Mostly in my car though. Isn’t it weird that our daughters will never use tapes or CDs? It’s crazy to me!

      And yay for getting back into the red groove! I’m also on a ’90s kick… Aren’t those brown-reds the best? (P.S. I hope you have MAC Paramount.)

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      • Lexi says

        February 14th, 2018 at 10:07 am

        OMG Paramount – haven’t worn that in a minute. Dubonnet was my jam, too! I wore that constantly in ’93 when I worked at Ann Taylor cuz all my cool older coworkers wore that shade. I miss the 90’s!

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        • Karen says

          February 14th, 2018 at 10:44 am

          Ya know, I never thought I’d say this, but I do too. It was a time where I went through so much emotionally but I miss the freedom and possibility of my teens and early 20s.

          I was all about Mahogany Liner + Paramount Lipstick!

          Reply
      • CL says

        February 14th, 2018 at 5:54 pm

        I make CDs out of my MP3’s so that I have a semi-permanent (CDs don’t last forever, but they’re more trustworthy than an MP3 file) version to keep. I don’t trust electronic devices like computers to keep my data for a significant amount of time. I really hope they don’t stop making CDs. If they do, then there would be no reason for “albums” anymore – musicians could just release one song at a time. Maybe we’d have better music if they’d concentrate on one song in a year, instead of 12?

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  3. Ruchita says

    February 14th, 2018 at 10:10 am

    The packaging is really cute! The colors look really pretty on you.

    In my house we’re pretty old school. My husband used to work in a music store so he’s got tons of CDs, cassettes and even some video tapes! We still have a VCR and a stereo with a tape deck somewhere that is collecting dust. Maybe one day I’ll donate them to a 90s museum. 🙂

    Happy Valentine’s Day!

    Reply
    • Karen says

      February 14th, 2018 at 10:45 am

      Hi Ruchita,

      If you opened that museum I’d totally go! The kitties could have jobs as resident docents.

      What are you guys doing for V-day?

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      • Ruchita says

        February 14th, 2018 at 11:00 am

        I don’t have any plans for Valentine’s Day. Since it’s the middle of the week I just want to change into my PJs and have a relaxing evening at home. Do you have anything planned?

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        • Karen says

          February 14th, 2018 at 11:06 am

          Pretty much the same. I’m going to HIIT tonight, and perhaps afterwards we’ll all get ice cream? Most likely we’ll pass out after the baby goes down, LOL!

          Reply
          • Ruchita says

            February 14th, 2018 at 12:51 pm

            Ice cream sounds perfect! As I get older, getting a good night’s rest is my top priority. 🙂 Hope it’s a relaxing evening!

          • Karen says

            February 14th, 2018 at 2:25 pm

            You too. Is Mingy your Valentine this year?

          • Ruchita says

            February 14th, 2018 at 2:42 pm

            Actually I think Louis is going to be my special guy this year. 🙂 It’s his first Valentine’s Day with me so he got extra hugs and kisses. He’s got the floofiest cheeks!

          • Karen says

            February 14th, 2018 at 2:48 pm

            As the newest member of the family he deserves the honor!

            Even if you aren’t going out tonight, I hope that you treat yourself to a little V-day candy. 🙂

          • Ruchita says

            February 14th, 2018 at 2:56 pm

            Yes, there’s some cookie dough stashed in the freezer that’s calling my name! 🙂

          • Karen says

            February 14th, 2018 at 4:23 pm

            Speaking of cookie dough, how did any of us survive our childhood?! I ate so much raw cookie dough in the ’80s (and ahem, the ’90s) it’s not even funny!

  4. Kristen Mott says

    February 14th, 2018 at 10:20 am

    I love the packaging of this entire collection!

    Reply
    • Karen says

      February 14th, 2018 at 10:45 am

      Me too! It’s seriously some of the best I’ve ever seen from MAC.

      Reply
  5. Icequeen81 says

    February 14th, 2018 at 11:26 am

    I like the first one, I have a big problem applying bronze, I think I dont have the hand on it yet.

    Reply
    • Karen says

      February 14th, 2018 at 11:27 am

      I think it helps to start with a light hand and a big, fluffy brush. Also take pics on your phone! Use a flash. The pics will tell you if your bronzer is even, or if you’re applying it too low or to high on the cheekbones. 🙂

      Reply
      • Icequeen81 says

        February 14th, 2018 at 11:32 am

        Thank you, yes I need to see if it is in the right place and find a fluffy brush that is not too big I have a small face. I will try with my phone too.

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        • Karen says

          February 14th, 2018 at 11:57 am

          You may want to go with a face brush with a smaller brush head and a slightly rounded shape. Something like the MAC 109 might work for you.

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          • Icequeen81 says

            February 14th, 2018 at 12:22 pm

            Thank you for the tip, I will buy something similar. They dont sell that brand here. Happy Valentines for you.

          • Karen says

            February 14th, 2018 at 2:25 pm

            Same to you!

          • Icequeen81 says

            February 14th, 2018 at 3:03 pm

            thank you

          • Karen says

            February 14th, 2018 at 4:24 pm

            Sure! Let me know if you have any other bronzer questions, I’m happy to help.

        • Icequeen81 says

          February 14th, 2018 at 4:44 pm

          I sure will thank you very much 🙂

          Reply
  6. Ericca says

    February 14th, 2018 at 12:11 pm

    happy V day. I love how you put that purple eyeshadow on. I dont know you blend the shadow like that. any tips?

    Reply
    • Karen says

      February 14th, 2018 at 2:25 pm

      Happy V day, Ericca!

      I have SO many tips. Let’s start, though, with what you need help with. Does the shadow end up looking patchy? Or do you have trubs getting the gradient?

      Reply
  7. Rachel Runyan says

    February 14th, 2018 at 7:34 pm

    I love the packaging on this collection. This cheek palette looks nice, but I could never wear that bronzer shade.

    I was really lusting over the boombox eye palette, but all the swatches I’ve seen look so horrible that I’m passing on that, too. It makes me sad, because the packaging is awesome. I know MAC can do better versions of the colors in it. 🙁
    Rachel Runyan recently posted … Valentine’s Bath and Beauty Gifts for Your Beloved

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    • Karen says

      February 14th, 2018 at 8:11 pm

      It’s one of those palettes that swatches terribly on the arms, but does better once you get it on lids.

      Reply
      • Rachel Runyan says

        February 15th, 2018 at 1:30 am

        That’s good to know. I’ll check it out next time i’m in the store. Thanks for the tip.
        Rachel Runyan recently posted … Valentine’s Bath and Beauty Gifts for Your Beloved

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  8. Linda Libra Loca says

    February 15th, 2018 at 6:14 am

    I still have a CD Player! And I think my playstation is able to play CDs, but don´t quote me on that.
    Linda Libra Loca recently posted … Asambeauty Vitamin E Skin Smoothing Serum

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