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Low Key “No-Makeup” Makeup With Creams (MAC Pro Face Palettes)

April 10th, 2020 by Karen 11 Comments

mac face palette fotd

If the day ever comes when an inquisitive young child asks me about the meaning behind Prince’s song, Cream, I’m going to tell her it’s about cream makeup. Cream blush, cream eyeshadow and cream foundation.

CREAM! creampurple_guitar

Prince loved wearing makeup, so why wouldn’t he write a song about cream products? 😁 the_symbol

And should I ever be moved to compose a catchy tune about creams (because I’d have to write a love song about cream, obvs!), I would have to dedicate a verse to how cream eyeshadow and blush look on skin — like you’re wearing makeup, but not the heavy, powdery obvious kind. (The second verse would be dedicated to blending with your fingers, and the chorus would be all about how much creams love dry skin.)

Anyway, that’s my plan and I’m stickin’ to it.

A few items of note about this particular no-makeup makeup look…

  • Here’s a way to add more dimension with your cream blush. I’m wearing two blushes on my cheeks — a sheer layer of orange all over my cheeks, with a pop of pink on the apples — to create a gradient. I diffused the edges of the pink into the orange by laying the flat side of a foundation brush against my skin and using short strokes. Try this technique sometime using two of your favorite cream blushes (one lighter, one darker) for natural-looking blush with dimension.
  • The MAC Pro Face Palettes rock. For a low-key look, I’m wearing sheer layers of the Bright Blush Palette on my cheeks and the Contour Palette on my lids (worn as eyeshadow and layered on top of a light wash of MAC Teddy). And if you want more dramatic glam, you can still easily get there by layering the creams for amplified pigment. SO flexible and blend beautifully, too. If you’re a fan of the MAC Cream Colour Bases, you’ll love these.
  • About that glossy lip. It’s a tinted lip oil — Hourglass Cameo — and it’s a gorgeous warm rose (but it’s redonk expensive at $49!). It’s next level when it comes to moisturizing dry lips, which is mainly why I wear it (mine have been annoyingly dry lately), but I also adore its “your lips but better” effect.
  • mac pro palette fotd swatches

    mac face palette fotd

    mac face palette fotd

    Makeup worn in this look:

    • Base: MAC Studio Fix Soft Matte Foundation Stick in NC42, Estée Lauder 24HR Concealer in Medium Deep Warm
    • Eyes: MAC Teddy (on upper and lower waterlines, and buffed on lids as a base), MAC Contour Pro Face Palette (Rolling Stone and Dark Honey as eyeshadows), Laura Mercier Caviar Mascara
    • Lips: Hourglass Cameo Lip Oil
    • Cheeks: MAC Bright Blush Palette (Juicy Tangelo and Pink Tulip cheeks), MAC Hush (upper cheekbones)

    Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,

    Karen

    P.S. Happy Good Friday, and TGIF! 💜

    P.P.S. Click here to read a random post!

Low Key “No-Makeup” Makeup With Creams (MAC Pro Face Palettes) / Originally published April 10th, 2020

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  1. Maxine says

    April 10th, 2020 at 8:46 am

    Hi Karen, I love this makeup look. I’m going to use this as my inspiration for my next Zoom meeting.
    Thank you & Hope all is going well,
    Max

    Reply
    • Karen says

      April 10th, 2020 at 9:35 am

      Hi Max,

      Thank you! I’m glad you like it; creams are my jam because they’re so easy.

      Will your Zoom meeting be for work? Or are you meeting up with friends?

      Happy Friday!

      Reply
      • Maxine says

        April 10th, 2020 at 11:32 am

        All of my zoom meetings have been work so far. I’ve been using FaceTime for family & Friends.

        Have u ever tried a zoom meeting with your readers? With a glass of wine or drink of choice, might be fun. People can show their current favorite product.

        Reply
        • Karen says

          April 10th, 2020 at 1:07 pm

          I only just recently realized that you can do multiple people on FaceTime!

          Never thought to do a Zoom with readers. That’s a good idea though, maybe I’ll do it someday.

          What plans do you have for the weekend?

          Reply
  2. Maxine says

    April 10th, 2020 at 1:24 pm

    Easter! I’m putting together my boys Easter baskets and doing an outdoor egg hunt if weather permits.

    Also, going to not wear only pajamas.
    Have a great weekend Karen!

    Reply
    • Karen says

      April 10th, 2020 at 1:38 pm

      Funny that you should mention pajamas. I noticed the other morning that when I change out of the previous night’s PJs into my daytime workout clothes, it looks like I’m swapping one pair of pajamas for another. LOL!

      We’re doing the same thing here for Easter, too. I’ll be making a simple Easter breakfast/brunch, then we’ll do an egg hunt around our circle. Have a wonderful weekend!

      Reply
  3. Jennifer Emmett says

    April 10th, 2020 at 5:47 pm

    I got Jouer rosy cheek and lip colors, back from 2014! That’s a fun feature, yay! Totally did the summery vibes from that old post. Noice!

    Reply
  4. Jen C says

    April 10th, 2020 at 7:26 pm

    Love the cream makeup on you, especially the two cream blushes!
    I know this sounds weird, but putting on work clothes and makeup on work days has been strangely comforting (although I’m fully work from home now!)

    Feeling totally inspired now to dig into my stash for my cream makeup favs!

    Reply
  5. Erica says

    April 11th, 2020 at 9:34 am

    Oh I do love cream makeup products so much! You look so beautiful in these photos, Karen ❤️.

    Reply
  6. Ricci Haley says

    April 12th, 2020 at 2:54 am

    Hi Karen,
    I don’t see that you mentioned a foundation but you don’t need it since your skin looks amazing.
    I am Filipina but would like a recommendation on the right color of luminous foundation. I am not fair but not dark, but always like to look tanned and glowy.
    Any suggestions?
    Thank you!
    Ricci

    Reply
  7. Michele DiCola says

    April 12th, 2020 at 7:08 am

    Happy Easter Karen,
    My daughter is zooming w her dance students ; its not easy.
    But back to creams. I loved creams since I was in high school . Ya know 100 years ago!
    Estee lauder was my go to.
    Today it’s MAC everything .
    Enjoy your day and your family !
    Michele

    Reply

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