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Matifying Compact Powder

Sephora Brand Matifying Compact Powder

What it is:A silky, lightweight, shine-reducing pressed powder.What it is formulated to do:Smooth and feather light, this pressed powder glides easily over bare skin or foundation, leaving a natural yet flawless appearance. The unique formulation includes finely milled talc and corn starch, for superb shine reduction, and Nylon 12, for excellent adherence and long wear. Plus it contains fruit and Jojoba oils, which softens skin by preventing essential cellular water loss.What else you need to know:The "R" and the "D" in the shade name reflects Sephora's French background. The "R" stands for Rosee (pink) and is for those with cool undertones. The "D" stands for Doree (gold) and is for those with warm or yellow undertones.

Average Rating: 4.18 of 5 4.2 out of 5

Questions & Answers: 17 Questions |  25 Answers

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Benwa
location Missouri
Eye Color Blue
Skin Tone Medium
Age 45-54
Overall Rating 2 of 5 (2 out of 5 )
Not For Me - 11.20.09
This powder has too much smell to it and also doesn't not control the oilies at all. I actually returned mine.
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taviab
location Madison, WI
Eye Color Hazel
Skin Tone Light
Age 18-24
Overall Rating 4 of 5 (4 out of 5 )
Container broken, I'm still using it. - 11.18.09
Quick Take: sheer coverage

I don't really know how, but the compact broke after I had it for a week or two. I didn't think I was unusually rough on it, so that's kind of annoying, I have to hold it together with a rubber band. However, it's good enough that I still use it, much as the compact annoys me. It's pretty light coverage, as it says in the description, but perfect for me, I have some acne so I hate putting heavy stuff on my face. It's perfect for balancing the tone of my skin.
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zarz
location nyc
Eye Color Brown
Skin Tone Olive
Age 35-44
Overall Rating 5 of 5 (5 out of 5 )
Love it, love it, love it - 11.16.09
Quick Take: sheer coverage, oil-absorbing, reduces shine

great value and perfect shade.
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Tatertot4294
location Houston, TX
Eye Color Hazel
Skin Tone Medium
Age 13-17
Overall Rating 5 of 5 (5 out of 5 )
At first.. - 11.10.09
Quick Take: sheer coverage, reduces shine

I didn't like this product. I bought the warm golden beige in the summer and it matched my skin perfectly. But, I had a tan.When my tan wore off, my face looked orange! But Then I started using a foundation brush instead of the included sponge, and.. VOILA! i was beautiful. I love this product! (:
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cmelville

Overall Rating 5 of 5 (5 out of 5 )
good product - 11.06.09
I always use the matifying compact powder from sephora. I´m happy with the results, looks very natural. I recommend it! it´s also the best price.
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Chonas
location Stockton,Ca
Eye Color Brown
Skin Tone Olive
Age 25-34
Overall Rating 5 of 5 (5 out of 5 )
Super Powder - 11.05.09
Quick Take: sheer coverage, oil-absorbing, reduces shine

This works great!!! Matte coverage with oil absorbing power. This works wonders with my mineral foundation and powder.
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beckfordhppy
location independence, MO
Eye Color Blue
Skin Tone Light
Age 35-44
Overall Rating 5 of 5 (5 out of 5 )
- 11.03.09
Quick Take: sheer coverage, oil-absorbing, reduces shine

love it, does not clog up pores.
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psharrison
location Seattle, Wa
Eye Color Blue
Skin Tone Light
Age 45-54
Overall Rating 4 of 5 (4 out of 5 )
so far, so good - 10.31.09
Quick Take: oil-absorbing, reduces shine

I was looking for a matte powder that really works without being too heavy. I'm on my second compact and I plan to continue purchasing this product. I have acne prone, oily skin (age 45) and so far it is the best product I can use. I still have to reapply throughout the day but not as often. I cannot use mineral makeup as it makes me break out.
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Taty88
location Philadelphia, PA
Eye Color Brown
Skin Tone Medium
Age 25-34
Overall Rating 5 of 5 (5 out of 5 )
Extremely light, goes on so smooth and clean - 10.28.09
Quick Take: sheer coverage, reduces shine

Most powders are so heavy, you can almost feel the layer of make up you are wearing, I was amazed and so happy with this powder. I never tried Sephora brand before, was I missing out!

Goes on smooth, you can't tell its there because its so light, yet it provides beyond perfect coverage
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Darkminion
location Ottawa, On
Eye Color Green
Skin Tone Light
Age 13-17
Overall Rating 1 of 5 (1 out of 5 )
It was okay until a few days later. - 10.28.09
Quick Take: reduces shine, created acne, heavy

Well at the beginning when I first started using this, it was a good product until later on as I kept using it, it started creating acne and blocking my pores. I ended up returning it.
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CSYoung
location Elizabeth, NJ
Eye Color Brown
Skin Tone Dark
Age 45-54
Overall Rating 5 of 5 (5 out of 5 )
Works Great!! - 10.27.09
Quick Take: sheer coverage

I'm a black woman. I'm not really a make-up wearer, but decided to try. I use philosophy skin products and wanted to "kick it up a notch". I love this powder. I use warm mocha, it goes on smooth and even. It matches my skin tone exactly and covers the little imperfections perfectly. I do have to reapply during the day, but that's fine. I do wish that it would keep the shine away a little longer.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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SoCalMom03
location Los Angeles, CA
Eye Color Brown
Skin Tone Olive
Age 35-44
Overall Rating 4 of 5 (4 out of 5 )
Decent product - 10.24.09
Quick Take: sheer coverage

I have used this product for about a year now. It goes on easily and can be applied with a makeup sponge for moderate coverage or with a powder brush for more sheer coverage.

I like the finish and that I was able to find a good shade for my skin which is sometimes a challenge. But I have to agree with other reviewers who've said that shine comes through a lot sooner than I'd like. I have combination skin and my chin and nose are shiny within 2 hours of when I apply this.

I think I would absolutely love this product if I had more balanced skin because I love everything else about it.
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Anonymous
location Toronto, Ontario
Eye Color Brown
Skin Tone Olive
Age 18-24
Overall Rating 4 of 5 (4 out of 5 )
review - 10.21.09
Quick Take: oil-absorbing, reduces shine

i havent used yet at all
0 of 8 people found this review helpful.
0 of 8 people found this review helpful.
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ConsciousDeeds
location Pinole, CA
Eye Color Green
Skin Tone Light
Age 25-34
Overall Rating 4 of 5 (4 out of 5 )
Above average - 10.20.09
Quick Take: sheer coverage, reduces shine

So I really like this powder. It gives a good smooth even finish. It does exactly what the description says but I only gave it 4 stars because I wish it lasted a little longer. I have combination/normal skin and notice shine quicker than I'd like to wearing powder.
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AmyLuc
location Sullivan, MO
Eye Color Blue
Skin Tone Medium
Age 35-44
Overall Rating 1 of 5 (1 out of 5 )
Does nothing - 10.20.09
Quick Take: pointless

This is like putting absolutely nothing on your skin. Reduce shine? - no. The shade/color? - nothing. I've never returned anything to Sephora but I'm going to see about returning this.
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Anonymous
location Los Angeles, CA
Eye Color Brown
Skin Tone Light
Age 13-17
Overall Rating 4 of 5 (4 out of 5 )
Matifying Compact Powder - 10.18.09
Quick Take: oil-absorbing

This compact powder is just normal it doesn't last as long as i wished it did maybe it is just my skin. But it's portable and nice for a natural look.
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V333
location New York
Eye Color Brown
Skin Tone Olive
Age 18-24
Overall Rating 5 of 5 (5 out of 5 )
i love it - 10.16.09
Quick Take: oil-absorbing, reduces shine

I love it. I dont have any acne or anything major to cover but i use this to look even and create a flawless look. It is buildable.
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MedicJen
location Indianapolis, IN
Eye Color Hazel
Skin Tone Fair
Age 25-34
Overall Rating 3 of 5 (3 out of 5 )
Meh. - 10.08.09
It's okay. I'm not blown away, not entirely un-impressed. It's done its job as far as a basic powder goes, but doesn't really give that stellar of coverage. I bought it as a traveler, because I usually use loose powder. I won't be buying another one, but I'll keep it around as a purse powder.
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jcaimol
location walnut creek , ca
Age 45-54
Overall Rating 5 of 5 (5 out of 5 )
- 10.05.09
Quick Take: excellent for sensitive skin

excellent for sensitive skin
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youngmotherof1

Age 18-24
Overall Rating 2 of 5 (2 out of 5 )
- 10.02.09
I'm a little disappointed with this. I got it because my foundation has a shine and needs a powder. Since it says shine-reducing in the description I bought it. It does take a little bit of the shine away but not enough.
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