I already had the other shading and highlighter and it was great, so I bought this one out of trust in MAC, and it was a good decision. I apply it to specific areas after finishing with face powder. As I get older, I feel like dazzling highlights don't suit me, so I was looking for a matte white highlighter, and this is just right. It doesn't look like I've put on much, but it really does create a three-dimensional look. The purple one disappears pores and removes dullness, leaving my skin looking beautiful. When I apply it to the corners of my mouth, other powders look like I've put on makeup, but this one doesn't! And it stays on all day. The packaging is also exciting, it's great!