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Shiseido Translucent Pressed Powder
What it is:An extraordinarily smooth, oil-absorbing powder that matches every skintone.What it does:This powder maintains your foundation's finish while keeping skin moist. It applies as an even, light veil that minimizes the appearance of lines, pores, and shine.
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Review 2 for Translucent Pressed Powder
ffpm47
Bye bye shine!
-03.29.13
Great for setting makeup- no color- works well for touch ups throughout the day!
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Review 3 for Translucent Pressed Powder
Very best pressed powder out there!
-02.16.13
Quick Take: oil-absorbing, reduces shine, sheer coverage, amazing!!!
I had never used a translucent powder, so I was a bit skeptical, but WOW!!! I am so glad I purchased this product! It is everything I was looking for and so so much more!!!
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Review 4 for Translucent Pressed Powder
margiep
Location:seminole.fl
Age:45-54
-02.02.13
Can't even tell you have powder on. Doesn't settle into fine lines. Works perfect with the foundation.
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Review 5 for Translucent Pressed Powder
etoilier
Great all around powder
-01.10.13
I'm experimenting with new powders, but miss this one for how well it wears throughout the day. It controls shine fairly well- others better, but I haven't found another that FEELS as good after 6-8 hours. It doesn't make my face feel dry, even after many applications. This doesn't give coverage (which is why I'm looking around) but I'm probably going to go back to this one.
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Review 6 for Translucent Pressed Powder
Doesn't change my foundation color
-12.07.12
Quick Take: oil-absorbing, reduces shine, lightweight
I use the Shiseido translucent powder in a jar to set my makeup in the morning, and I use the compact pressed powder during the day. It works well, doesn't make my face look "cakey," and it doesn't change the color of my foundation. I use Clinique's acne solutions foundation and every other powder until now makes the foundation look orange. I bought this compact more than 6 months ago and I still haven't run out. I would definitely recommend changing the powder puff occasionally to help prevent breakouts (bacteria).
+1point
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Review 7 for Translucent Pressed Powder
onehotmutha
Love this!!
-12.06.12
I use the Shiseido Translucent powder to set my foundation, which works great...but after an 8hr work day, I can't carry that big jar for touch ups! So I grab this convenient lil bad boy outta my bag and touch on up. It absorbs any and every bit of shine, without looking like someone smacked me with baby powder. I love it. It leaves me with a nice soft focus finish, AND That one touch up will last thru the day or night, and my tzone is CRAZY!! So no worries, Just a lil tap tap and go!! Grab it, you'll love it. Keeps lookin like onehotmutha ;)
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Review 8 for Translucent Pressed Powder
chloemiao
Location:Arlington, VA
Age:18-24
soft and easy to put on
-07.21.12
shiseido is a Japanese brand, which I thought would be great for asian. I like it. looks light and not easy to fall off.
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Review 9 for Translucent Pressed Powder
My to go powder
-06.03.12
Quick Take: oil-absorbing, reduces shine, sheer coverage
This pressed powder works extremely well on locking in my foundation and concealer. It's finely milled and absorbs any oil left on my face. The packaging also comes in a sleek compact that's portable.
+2points
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Review 10 for Translucent Pressed Powder
Nice finishing touch
-03.08.12
Quick Take: reduces shine, sheer coverage, oil-absorbing, lightweight
Yes, this powder does leave a bit of extra white dust on your face but after you do an extra swipe to blend it in, it looks terrific. I have the shiny t-zone, and this works really well...much better than Bobbi Brown, Estee Lauder, etc. The compact fits nicely in my cosmetic bag, not bulky at all.
+4points
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Review 11 for Translucent Pressed Powder
Lightweight & oil absorbing
-02.03.12
Quick Take: oil-absorbing, sheer coverage
I have tried just about every translucent pressed powder on the market, and this is by far the best. It sets your foundation nicely and only needs a once a day touch up, even for oily skin. Reminds of a Lancome translucent powder they discontinued many years ago. Finely milled so it sweeps across your face nicely. May be too sheer to wear alone.
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Review 12 for Translucent Pressed Powder
Works well
-01.03.12
Quick Take: reduces shine, oil-absorbing, sheer coverage
It's a nice powder that takes away shine, but it does leave a whitish color so I blend it with my fingers after I pat it on my face. I suppose it might be easier to use a brush with this? I don't mind having to use my fingers since I don't carry a brush with me. It does the job of getting rid of shine and it's in a nice and slim case.
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Review 13 for Translucent Pressed Powder
Good
-12.11.11
Quick Take: reduces shine
I like this powder because it is finely-milled, and makes my complexion smooth. The oil control could be better, for the price, which is why I gave it 4 stars. I am relatively pale, and wonder if darker skin tones would find this adds a whitish cast. Overall, I might repurchase, because I have not found anything better.
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Review 14 for Translucent Pressed Powder
What a Great Translucent Power!!!
-12.01.11
Quick Take: reduces shine, oil-absorbing, sheer coverage, smooths
This powder NEVER dries out my skin or gets cakey. Also, doesn't give that ghost look and makes my foundation look flawless! I LOVE it!!!!!
+1point
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Review 16 for Translucent Pressed Powder
Don't know why I waited so long to try this!
-11.14.11
Quick Take: reduces shine, oil-absorbing, beautiful finish
I am not one to purchase powder in a compact -- I have just always preferred loose powder. However, all of Shiseido's loose powders are so moisturizing that they contribute to my shine. I finally decided to purchase this to try. The Sephora rep that helped me stated that it was their favorite powder and that I was going to love it. Well, they were right! I love the ease of use, the lasting effects, and the beautiful finish it provides. It is not "cakey" like some powders can be. It pairs well with any Shiseido foundation, especially the Dual-Balancing and Lifting.
+2points
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Review 17 for Translucent Pressed Powder
High Quality & Lightweight
-11.09.11
Quick Take: reduces shine, oil-absorbing, sheer coverage
I like this powder because it is very lightweight - absorbs shine without caking up over the course of a day. Wouldn't say it keeps skin matte for more than a couple of hours (I have very oily skin though). The powder puff that comes with it doesn't work well for me - I find this product to be much easier to apply with a brush. It is a bit expensive, but overall I do like how it looks and feels on my skin so I plan to use it sparingly and most likely will purchase again.
+2points
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Review 18 for Translucent Pressed Powder
Perfect setting powder
-08.18.11
Quick Take: reduces shine, oil-absorbing, sheer coverage, gentle for sensitive skin
I use this with all of my foundations and it is the perfect setting powder. I have fair skin so a lot of powders will change the color of my makeup but this one is virtually colorless so it is perfect. Its also very light and doesn't look cakey or powdery. I have sensitive skin that tends to break out and this powder has never given me any problems I wish it was available in stores!
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Review 19 for Translucent Pressed Powder
Lovely
-07.19.11
Quick Take: reduces shine, oil-absorbing, sheer coverage
I've had a terrible time with oily skin this summer. I decided to try two different oil absorbing powders. One to keep at home and the other to carry in my handbag. I wish I had bought two Shiseido compacts! It's lovely! It makes my skin look as near flawless as I've ever ssen it and it keeps oily skin at bay for most of my work day. I also tried Uban Decay, which is nice, but just doesn't compare to Shiseido. I find my self stepping out of the bathroom every morning after applying my foundation to use the powder I keep in my bag. Love it. First Shiseido product I've ever tried.
+2points
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Review 20 for Translucent Pressed Powder
