What it is:A double-duty blotting powder.What
it does:Get rid of shine, discoloration, and redness as
you create a flawless finish with Benefit's supreme
blotting powder that blot, blot, blots away shadows and
imperfections and provides a matte, mistake-proof
finish. The ultra-silky powder does double-duty as it
eliminates both shine and blotchiness.
I have been using this for over a year now and wouldn't consider using anything different. Takes the shine out of your skin and makeup goes very smoothly on top
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yourwateryhands
location
Seattle, WA
Eye Color
Blue
Skin Tone
Fair
Age
18-24
Overall Rating
(4
out of 5
)
- 10.31.09
Quick Take: oil-absorbing, reduces shine
I really like this under and over makeup, it mattifies and smooths out my large pores. It does have its negatives though. First off, I HATE rubbing the sponge over my face after the first few times, it gets really gunked up and gross and I'm constantly trading it out for those cosmetic wedges. It also tends to clump and can pill up under mineral makeup if you use too much, which is easy to do if you aren't paying attention. Also the smell is pretty strong, and while it doesn't bother me I'm sure it would bother other people.
I've been using this powder for almost two years now and I LOVE it. It always lasts a good amount of time and is very helpful if you have oily skin and just need a quick sweep of powder to soak everything up. In the past, I've used it as my only form of make-up because it provides such good coverage.
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ChrisCC
Eye Color
Brown
Skin Tone
Deep
Overall Rating
(5
out of 5
)
Wonderful powder on brown girls- 10.29.09
Quick Take: oil-absorbing, reduces shine, it gives me completer coverage that looks sheer
This powder is awesome for medium toned brown girls. I use #3 and am always complemented on how beautiful my skin is. It is definitely this powder. It actually covers blemishes like a foundation but feels like a powder. I'm on my third one now, they last about a year each and don't break up unitl the very last little bit is left around the ring of the compact....
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blondieTX
location
Fort Worth, TX
Eye Color
Blue
Skin Tone
Medium
Age
25-34
Overall Rating
(4
out of 5
)
Great Coverage- 10.28.09
Quick Take: oil-absorbing, reduces shine
Provides great coverage. I have VERY oil skin and it cakes up if i dont blot my skin first. Use a brush and its goes on flawless. Husband noticed the first time i wore this powder and said my skin looked great! Sponge also works well but i prefer to use a brush
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Dee15
Overall Rating
(2
out of 5
)
- 10.19.09
It didn't really reduce the shine. Colors are limited so it's hard to match the skin. I wasn't satisfied so I returned it.
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KLust
location
Calgary,AB
Eye Color
Brown
Skin Tone
Medium
Age
25-34
Overall Rating
(5
out of 5
)
- 10.18.09
Quick Take: oil-absorbing, reduces shine
This is bye far one of THE best powders I've ever tired. The coverage is excellent and it stays put all day!
It's great to find a blotting powder that matches my skin tone. I had been using another brand that had one shade (white). This blends instantly and I don't have to worry about having a kabuki look.
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N1COLE
location
Chicago, IL
Age
25-34
Overall Rating
(5
out of 5
)
my favorite powder ever- 10.01.09
I have been using this powder for years now, and I don't ever plan to switch. It provides great coverage without looking cakey or overdone.
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stealmysunshine
location
My heart is in CA
Eye Color
Brown
Skin Tone
Light
Age
18-24
Overall Rating
(4
out of 5
)
if only....- 09.30.09
Quick Take: sheer coverage, oil-absorbing, reduces shine, evens out complexion, shades are too limited
Overall I think this is a good pressed powder. What I don't like about it is that the shades are limited.
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bittersweetlucy
location
yuma, arizona
Eye Color
Brown
Skin Tone
Olive
Age
25-34
Overall Rating
(4
out of 5
)
beware!!!- 09.29.09
this powder offers great coverage but can seem a little heavy if applied with the puff in the case. always use a powder brush for all-over coverage. use a concealer brush for smaller areas.
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Anonymous
Overall Rating
(4
out of 5
)
- 09.29.09
When I initially apply the powder it does reduce the amount of shine, but it does not do as well as an actual oil-blotter sheet. The coverage is light and it feels nice natural on the skin.
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starbucksloverrr
location
Houston, Texas
Eye Color
Blue
Skin Tone
Fair
Age
13-17
Overall Rating
(4
out of 5
)
Good.- 09.29.09
Quick Take: sheer coverage, reduces shine
I have an extremely light skincolor, so I tried No. 2., since No. 1. was way to yellow for me. No. 2. was to orange for me, and it looked very cakey when I applied it with the sponge that came with it. However, when I used a kabuki brush and used this powder on top of my concealer, the result was very nice. So if you have already bought/ are thinking about buying it you might want to use a kabuki brush.
2 of 3 people found this review helpful.
2 of 3 people found this review helpful.
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canadiangurl
Eye Color
Blue
Skin Tone
Medium
Age
25-34
Overall Rating
(4
out of 5
)
- 09.29.09
Quick Take: reduces shine
I dont not often use foundations or powders however bought this one in hopes to even out some of my redness and freckles. This seems to be a great product as long as you dont use the applicator pad that comes with it...it flakes off. Use a powder brush for better coverage.
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just0jamie location
durham, nc
Eye Color
Brown
Skin Tone
Medium
Age
25-34
Overall Rating
(2
out of 5
)
not my color- 09.29.09
Quick Take: sheer coverage, oil-absorbing
i borught this product in the past and loved it so i got some more. for some reason i'm not that impressed. it seems like they change it. i got the darkest shade and it still looks a little too light on me. i have fair complextion so i thought it would work. i'm taking it back to find something else.
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WKiernan
location
ottawaa, Ontario
Eye Color
Hazel
Skin Tone
Light
Age
35-44
Overall Rating
(4
out of 5
)
Benefits- 09.29.09
Quick Take: sheer coverage
I like this product, but felt the price was too high
This blotting powder reduces shine on my face and covers blemishes. They need to come up with colors other than light, medium and dark but the medium seemed to match my skin tone.
It's one part blotting powder and one part skin corrector which gives your skin a uniform tone and eliminates the horrible t-zone glare. Get Even comes in a compact form with a thin cloth/sponge style applicator which I suggest you throw away and instead use a mineral foundation/kabuki brush instead for a more even coverage and natural finish . And don't fret when applied lightly and with a brush instead of the applicator it comes with you won't get a cakey, powdery look at all.
i keep this in my purse for days when i need a little touch up part way and dont want to add another layer of cream or heavy makeup.
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EllaRaeM
location
Moline, IL
Eye Color
Brown
Skin Tone
Medium
Age
25-34
Overall Rating
(2
out of 5
)
can't decide- 09.15.09
Quick Take: oil-absorbing
I really wanted this powder to work. Sadly, it left me looking cakey and didn't keep me shine-free for very long. I ordered the #2 and it made me ghostly pale. It is a nice fine powder and feels soft, but no miracle.
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