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Charlotte Ronson Closer Finishing Powder

What it is:A finishing powder to either set makeup or create a smooth, no-makeup look. What it does:Get ready for your close-up with a finishing powder that neutralizes skin imperfections for a flawless complexion. Like your own personal lighting guy, this powder's LFT(TM) (Light Filter Technology) has pigments that self-adjust based on your lighting. Available in just one shade, its translucent coverage adjusts to you and your complexion. The convenient brush dispenser is perfect for touch-ups when on the go.What it is formulated WITHOUT:- ParabensWhat else you need to know:Charlotte's friends inspired each shade: "Rashida Jones has a natural glow that could never be bottled. Her skin is luminous and she always looks flawless under any light. Inspired by her effortless radiance, this powder filters light to create a glowing finish for skin that looks naturally perfect even when up-close." Charlotte Ronson
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Review 1 for Closer Finishing Powder
Lololady
Location:Hanover, Maryland
Skin Type:Combination
Skin Tone:Deep
Eye Color:Brown
Age:25-34
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Does what it is designed to do
-05.16.13
Quick Take: oil-absorbing, reduces shine
I like the combination of applicator/brush and product as it helps application of the product; however, you kind of have to stick your finger in the center of the brush to loosen the bristles to assist the product through.
0points
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Review 2 for Closer Finishing Powder
Anonymous
Location:Fremont, NE
Skin Type:Normal
Skin Tone:Light
Eye Color:Hazel
Age:25-34
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Maybe it's just me, but....
-05.08.13
Quick Take: oil-absorbing, sheer coverage, reduces shine, evens tone
I had some trouble figuring out the packaging. Now that I've figured out there is a way to keep the plastic sheath down, and keep the makeup in or let it out, this is phenomenal. I don't use it with makeup, so the people who say the brush is too hard on their faces and takes their makeup off might be right. But I love it.
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
Review 3 for Closer Finishing Powder
hwright9
1 out of 5
1 out of 5
agreed with other users' feedback. terrible.
-05.07.13
Agreed with other reviewer- brush was stiff, powder difficult to get out. But what a relief to return something I bought online to the store with no problem!
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
Review 4 for Closer Finishing Powder
anavivi
Location:monterey park, ca
Skin Type:Oily
Skin Tone:Olive
Eye Color:Brown
Age:18-24
1 out of 5
1 out of 5
Did not like it
-05.01.13
It was just not good. Had to get rid of it.
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
Review 5 for Closer Finishing Powder
museicalmir
Location:Irvine, CA
Skin Type:Combination
Skin Tone:Light
Eye Color:Brown
Age:13-17
1 out of 5
1 out of 5
terrible packaging.
-04.27.13
I don't even know how good the powder is because the packaging just doesn't work as intended. it has this plastic sheath part that you can pull up to cover the bristles in order to cap it but that part keeps falling down over the brush when I'm applying no matter what I do. The brush itself is so stiff and I just can't stand using it because it takes off all the makeup I just applied under it. at this point I've had to resort to tapping out some powder on a lid and using my own brush. totally defeats the purpose of the travel-friendly packaging. ugh. very disappointing. I do not recommend this.
+1point
1out of 1found this review helpful.
Review 6 for Closer Finishing Powder
yellowwallpaper
Location:Toledo, OH
Skin Type:Combination
Skin Tone:Fair
Eye Color:Hazel
Age:25-34
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
great powder.. needs diff packaging
-04.12.13
Quick Take: blurs my imperfections away
I LOVE the powder! it's perfect for my pale skin and i don't even need foundation.This powder blurs away all the little dips and valleys in my skin that normally catch light differently and my forehead wrinkles completely vanish! I was happy with the brush's softness, but I wanted less powder than the brush insisted on giving me. So I opened the end, that black cap screws right off, and put the powder in a sifter jar. i kept the brush tube though for my sunscreen powder. The Ronson tube is much sturdier than peter thomas roth tube, and Ronson is clear so i can see how much i have left. reduce, reuse, recycle!
And now it's marked down? I'm getting extra. I do love the powder.
+2points
2out of 2found this review helpful.
Review 7 for Closer Finishing Powder
alas68
Location:Lubbock, Tx.
Skin Type:Combination
Skin Tone:Medium
Eye Color:Green
Age:45-54
1 out of 5
1 out of 5
terrible
-04.07.13
I purchased this because it looked like it would take the place of a brush and the jar of make-up forever powder in my bag and it was on sale. It is going back to the store. The brush is stiff, the powder won't come out easy, and it smells funny. Love Sephora and their return policy!
+1point
1out of 1found this review helpful.
Review 8 for Closer Finishing Powder
tina61
Location:Torrance, CA
Age:45-54
1 out of 5
1 out of 5
Not as expected!
-12.10.12
Quick Take: disappointing
The concept seemed appealing however the brush is very stiff and was uncomfortable on my skin. Also the powder did not dispense into the brush easily at all. I will be returning this item.
+4points
4out of 4found this review helpful.
Review 9 for Closer Finishing Powder
AngelinaL
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Great Product - Bad Brush
-09.28.12
I bought this a little while ago and I use it every day. It sets my makeup perfectly and it discourages me from either using too much makeup or reapplying later. However, I almost had a fit every day trying to get the powder to come through the brush until I just twisted the bottom off and stuck my own brush into it. So, great powder, awful packaging.
+3points
3out of 3found this review helpful.
Review 10 for Closer Finishing Powder
dagriff
Location:Minneapolis, MN
Age:45-54
1 out of 5
1 out of 5
No thanks
-09.18.12
Quick Take: a waste of time & money
I should have read the reviews before I purchased because they're right on: the bristles are course, the powder does not evenly dispense. I returned it
+2points
3out of 4found this review helpful.
Review 11 for Closer Finishing Powder
melliemel13
Location:Coffeyville, KS
Age:35-44
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Nice powder; weird container
-09.08.12
Quick Take: light finely-textured works for oily skin
I usually use the Makeup Forever HD High Definition powder.
Wanted to try something different, and the potential for portability with the enclosed brush intrigued me.
I like this powder a lot; similar finish, but not as chalky as my usual brand. Sometimes, even on my fair skin, it looks too white. Not the case with the Charlotte Ronson powder.
My only complaint is the container. I just can't seem to get the powder to come out into the brush so that I can apply it.
Luckily, the cap at the end opposite the brush comes off. I poured the powder into another jar. Will buy again, but use my own jar.
+3points
4out of 5found this review helpful.
Review 12 for Closer Finishing Powder
awshumm
Skin Type:Combination
Skin Tone:Light
Age:18-24
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
good product... bad packaging
-08.13.12
Quick Take: oil-absorbing, reduces shine, sheer coverage, makeup lasts longer
didnt realize how good the product was until i bought a separate brush to apply it. my make up lasted longer and looked flawless. brush is too harsh on my skin. if the brush had been of a better quality the packaging would have been GENIUS...
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
Review 13 for Closer Finishing Powder
jbaby420
1 out of 5
1 out of 5
Its whatever
-07.31.12
Quick Take: reduces shine
The powder itself is okay. The brush is harsh, the power comes out of one spot so it doesnt apply evenly. You can try it yourself, but i advise you to save your money
+1point
1out of 1found this review helpful.
Review 14 for Closer Finishing Powder
lawig4usc
Location:Covina, CA
Skin Type:Combination
Skin Tone:Medium
Eye Color:Blue
Age:35-44
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Really Good Powder
-06.19.12
Quick Take: sheer coverage, reduces shine
I really like this powder, it knocks down shine and pores, just blend, folks. I'm medium and have a tan, no problem here with it beeing too light as some have said. My only suggestion is the packaging, bristles are a little stiff, but workable.
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
Review 15 for Closer Finishing Powder
lyndzer
Location:Mountain View, CA
Eye Color:Green
Skin Tone:Light
Age:25-34
2 out of 5
2 out of 5
Packaging is a nightmare
-03.31.12
I was intrigued by the reviews and appreciated the price but trying to get the product to evenly coat with the tiny, stiff brush did not make it worth it.
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
Review 16 for Closer Finishing Powder
soulitude
Location:Santa Cruz, CA
Eye Color:Brown
Skin Tone:Medium
Age:25-34
2 out of 5
2 out of 5
didn't work for me
-02.24.12
Just didn't see any difference. i was hoping to get a dewy glow kind of look. I returned it..
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
Review 17 for Closer Finishing Powder
britaniilove
Location:New York, NY
Eye Color:Brown
Skin Tone:Deep
Age:18-24
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Great finishing powder
-02.19.12
Quick Take: sheer coverage, matte finish
I personally like this powder it is effective. However if i could complain about anything it would be the tube in which it comes, this product would be better if it came in a loose powder jar with the sifter at the top. I like the whole grab and go concept but that only works for certain things and finishing powder is not one of them.
+1point
1out of 1found this review helpful.
Review 18 for Closer Finishing Powder
beautyforall
Location:Florida
Eye Color:Brown
Skin Tone:Light
Age:35-44
3 out of 5
3 out of 5
Three and a half stars
-02.15.12
I really like this product overall. The design is not too good - when u shake it to get more product it usu ends up being too much and gets messy. Some of the bristles have fallen off the brush. Still the powder is nice and it is convenient for on the go.
+1point
1out of 1found this review helpful.
Review 19 for Closer Finishing Powder
veejaydoubleu
3 out of 5
3 out of 5
ghostly
-01.19.12
I took it back. It left me a little too white and powdery. Love the convenience of having the powder in the brush though. May be useful for someone who wears heavy foundation or is trying to show a lighter complexion.
-2points
0out of 2found this review helpful.
Review 20 for Closer Finishing Powder
soochy
2 out of 5
2 out of 5
ehh...
-01.12.12
neither here nor there...i didnt really notice a big difference using this powder, and it took me ages to figure out how to work it...disappointing.
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
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