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Shiseido The Makeup Powdery Foundation

A lightweight powder compact foundation that can be applied wet or dry to provide a soft, velvety matte finish while offering UV ray protection with SPF 14-17. Reduces shine with oil-absorbing powder. Minimizes the visibility of pores and softens imperfections. Contains Multi-Nutrient Factor, an advanced moisturizer. Recommended for normal to oily skin types.*Case and refill sold separately.

Average Rating: 4.59 of 5 4.6 out of 5

Questions & Answers: 15 Questions |  13 Answers

Reviews for Shiseido The Makeup Powdery Foundation

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JoeAnne
location Clifton Park, NY
Eye Color Brown
Skin Tone Light
Age 45-54
Overall Rating 5 of 5 (5 out of 5 )
Back to an Old Favorite - 11.04.09
Quick Take: non-drying, buildable coverage, natural finish

I used this powder foundation years ago and then started to use mineral makeup...but...hate the mess with minerals so I finally gave up and went back to Shiseido after trying out a few other powder foundations (Clinique, Stilla) and it is still every bit as good as I remember it! If I want a little more coverage I use it damp but for everyday, dry gives great coverage. Very soft matte finish without looking dry or cakey.
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JSweet
location New York
Eye Color Hazel
Skin Tone Medium
Age 35-44
Overall Rating 5 of 5 (5 out of 5 )
Shiseido Powdery foundation - 10.22.09
Quick Take: non-drying, buildable coverage, natural finish

I love all Shisedo foundations and this one is a great touch and go one, i love it. The colors are great, i like the more yellow based ones, so i use 040 which is great on my skin. Feels like you have nothing on.
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3Shiseido The Makeup Powdery Foundation

esornart
location Vancouver
Eye Color Brown
Skin Tone Fair
Age 18-24
Overall Rating 5 of 5 (5 out of 5 )
Flawless skin. - 10.13.09
Quick Take: non-drying, buildable coverage, natural finish

I thought this was a decent powedery foundation. i usually use this on top of my clinque supefit foundation and it works really nicely. It's matted but leaves my skin looking flawless and natural at the same time. Does not feel heavy and helps with shine. I did not need to touch up unless i sweat a lot.
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4Shiseido The Makeup Powdery Foundation

Jmab
location Ventura, CA
Eye Color Brown
Skin Tone Medium
Age 25-34
Overall Rating 5 of 5 (5 out of 5 )
perfect - 07.20.09
Quick Take: buildable coverage, natural finish

This was exaclty what I needed - smooth, even coverage (when applied with a brush) that looked very natural, but still smoothed out the blochyness in my skin.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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5Shiseido The Makeup Powdery Foundation

IheartSe4a
location Washington, DC
Eye Color Blue
Skin Tone Light
Age 25-34
Overall Rating 5 of 5 (5 out of 5 )
Best foundation ever! - 05.20.09
Quick Take: non-drying, buildable coverage, natural finish

I have been using this for 3 years now and I absolutely love it. I have pinkish skin tones all the other foundation that I've tried just make my skin look yellow. This foundation goes on even and makes my face look a bit tanner, which is always great. Plus it has SPF protection, which many others don't have.
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Geishagirl
location lincoln city, or
Eye Color Brown
Skin Tone Olive
Age 25-34
Overall Rating 4 of 5 (4 out of 5 )
Shiseido Foundation Powder - 05.03.09
Quick Take: non-drying, buildable coverage, medium coverage

I've been using this for years and love it! I have combination skin and this works great for me, not to dry and applies well wet or dry.
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FACindie
location Lorena, Texas
Eye Color Blue
Skin Tone Fair
Age 35-44
Overall Rating 5 of 5 (5 out of 5 )
Great summer foundation - 05.02.09
Quick Take: buildable coverage, natural finish

I have very fair skin. Most companies do not carry a foundation light enough to match my skin. This does! I still have oily skin in the summer at 38. This powder foundation lasts at least half the day before a hint of shine shows through. The great part is you can reapply without streaks. Another plus, refills come with a new sponge. I use Bare Minerals in the fall/winter (it stings my skin if I sweat). I can't use Shisedo Powdery Foundation in the fall/winter because my skin isn't oily enough in the winter. This powder is not for those with normal or dry skin, beware you will look like an alligator. For those with combo/oily, it's wonderful.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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8Shiseido The Makeup Powdery Foundation

AmmP
location Los Angeles, CA
Skin Tone Light
Age 25-34
Overall Rating 5 of 5 (5 out of 5 )
- 04.29.09
Quick Take: non-drying, natural finish

Not too powdery, not too thick and cakey. I use it over foundation.
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mjr917
location Tucson, Arizona
Eye Color Hazel
Skin Tone Medium
Age 35-44
Overall Rating 5 of 5 (5 out of 5 )
Shiseido powder foundation - 04.18.09
Quick Take: natural finish

I have been using this product for years. For myself, I use it over my concealer around my eyes because I have very dark circles. It really helps smooth things out and blends beautifully.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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10Shiseido The Makeup Powdery Foundation

AGirlsThought
location Wauconda, IL
Eye Color Brown
Skin Tone Light
Age 25-34
Overall Rating 3 of 5 (3 out of 5 )
Prefer the liquid foundation - 04.13.09
Quick Take: buildable coverage, cakey

I bought this intially because I was in the old school of thought that younger women should wear powder because it is less heavy. I found this Powdery Foundation to be dry and cakey, even when I apply it with water. I loved the color, so I switched to the liquid foundation and I love it. It does not make my skin dry or cakey.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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lcv333
location NJ
Eye Color Brown
Skin Tone Medium
Age 35-44
Overall Rating 5 of 5 (5 out of 5 )
best foundation - 04.10.09
Quick Take: non-drying, natural finish

I love this foundation. It's very natural looking. It's best if you wet the sponge applicator and then apply. It lasts a long time as well.
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SharaA
location Boise, ID
Eye Color Blue
Skin Tone Light
Age 25-34
Overall Rating 5 of 5 (5 out of 5 )
Love this Face Powder - 04.09.09
Quick Take: non-drying, buildable coverage, natural finish, has spf 15, has refillable compact!

I love this face powder, as a former Shiseido consultant I have been wearing this powder for years now. Love that it is oil absorbing, has an SPF 15 and wears all day.
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valeriezk
location Brooklyn, Ny
Eye Color Blue
Skin Tone Light
Age 13-17
Overall Rating 4 of 5 (4 out of 5 )
great product. - 04.09.09
This is a great product, but maybe it's just me but it seem to show after two hours or so.
3 of 3 people found this review helpful.
3 of 3 people found this review helpful.
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DesigningD
location Cleveland, OH
Eye Color Green
Skin Tone Medium
Age 25-34
Overall Rating 5 of 5 (5 out of 5 )
Best Powder Foundation ever! - 04.08.09
Quick Take: non-drying, buildable coverage, natural finish

I love this product.
Love the colors, love the finish, love the feel.
I wish it had more coverage, but I love it for a weekend makeup.
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Ursula13
location Chicago , Illinois
Eye Color Blue
Skin Tone Light
Age 35-44
Overall Rating 5 of 5 (5 out of 5 )
tried and true - 04.07.09
Quick Take: non-drying, natural finish, wonderful texture

I have been using this product for over ten years. I've tried other powders and have always returned to this one. It has a nice finish and lasts a long time.
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16Shiseido The Makeup Powdery Foundation

flintstone
location Los Angeles, CA
Skin Tone Fair
Age 25-34
Overall Rating 1 of 5 (1 out of 5 )
oily - 03.28.09
Quick Take: oily

very very oily and makes my skin itchy.
2 of 6 people found this review helpful.
2 of 6 people found this review helpful.
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shrt
location fontana,ca
Eye Color Brown
Skin Tone Medium
Age 25-34
Overall Rating 5 of 5 (5 out of 5 )
- 03.16.09
Quick Take: natural finish

i love this..it makes my skin look smooth.
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gogo221
location new york, NY
Eye Color Brown
Skin Tone Medium
Age 18-24
Overall Rating 3 of 5 (3 out of 5 )
If ur in a hurry - 03.10.09
Quick Take: non-drying, natural finish

it's a good foundation if you have to cover up dark marks around your face in a hurry
3 of 3 people found this review helpful.
3 of 3 people found this review helpful.
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MKchan
location New York, NY
Eye Color Brown
Skin Tone Light
Age 25-34
Overall Rating 5 of 5 (5 out of 5 )
Very good - 03.01.09
Quick Take: non-drying, buildable coverage, natural finish

This is great for a quick make up application when you are in a rush or during the weekend when you want just some coverage. IDon't get me wrong, it provides great coverage especially after layering. I use it for my undereye powder after liquid concealer and to set my make-up around my nose. Or, alone when I just don't want to walk out my apartment with a bare face. I still use liquid make-up but will continue to buy this as alternative. Great for combination skin.
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Anonymous
location Phoenix, AZ
Eye Color Hazel
Skin Tone Olive
Age 35-44
Overall Rating 5 of 5 (5 out of 5 )
Powdery Foundation - 02.28.09
Quick Take: non-drying, buildable coverage, natural finish

I would recommend this to anyone, especially if those that like powder vs liquid~! I have been using this for many, many years and haven't found anything comparable!
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