Sephora + Pantone Universe Color Of The Year Prisma Chrome Blush in Apricot Brandy

Apricot Brandy is probably the prettiest shade of peachy/coral blush I own.  It has an interesting texture to it, it's not a powder or cream.  It's a hybrid of both.  When you touch it if feels like a powder, but if you sink your nail into it if feels almost play-doh like.  It's .12oz so it isn't big at all; kind of tiny looking compared to other blushes like Tarte that are .20oz.  Still, it's beautiful and I'm happy to have it.

Here is what Sephora say's about the product:

A luxurious, velvety blush that glides over the skin with a tangerine-inspired hue.
What it does:
This revolutionary blush combines all the best features of baked, powder, and cream formulas, releasing perfect color and a texture that lays on cheeks like a second skin. Easily blendable and buildable without being powdery, this unique blush leaves an unbelievably polished finish. The warm shade, Apricot Brandy (PANTONE #17-1540), was inspired by the Color of the Year, Tangerine Tango, and will light up the apples of your cheeks with a spirited glow.

What it is formulated WITHOUT:
- Parabens

What else you need to know:
United by a passion for color, Sephora and Pantone combine their expertise to become beauty's leading authority on color. Sharing an affection for how color can transform a face, mood, or even an attitude, this breakthrough beauty partnership will change how you wear, feel and think about color. You'll be introduced to playful shades that will inspire experimentation and exhilarating new products you'll impulsively want to sweep on. It will reawaken and reinvigorate your own passion for color—or ignite a newfound love. Join us in celebrating Color of the Year: Tangerine Tango!

 Indoor, white balanced swatch, no flash used. Swatch on the left is heavy and to the right applied lightly with a stippling brush.

Indoor, white balanced swatch, no flash.

 Picture taken outdoors in sunlight, no flash.

Picture taken outdoors in sunlight, no flash.

I am wearing Apricot Brandy on my cheeks.

Apricot Brandy is a beautiful golden coral color with gold flecks in it.  It is glittery so if you don't want a little shimmer on your cheeks this color is not for you.  The gold flecks aren't overbearing or juvenile at all.  The blush has no smell that I could detect and the color lasted a full 8hrs of wear before I started noticing that it was fading.  It has a beautiful texture, not chalky or powdery, just smooth and can easily be blended to suit your desired color saturation.  I really like this product and I think it's one of the must have's from this limited edition collection by Sephora + Pantone Universe.

xoxo,

Adriana