70%
would repurchase
3.8/5
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description

This cult classic, loose setting powder locks in makeup for long-lasting, 16-hour wear without adding weight or texture. Ultra, finely-milled formula absorbs oil and controls shine for 24 hours, while creating a flawless, matte finish with no photo flashback. Does not clog pores. Dermatologist-tested. Suitable for all skin types, including oily skin, dry skin, and combination skin. Non-comedogenic. Fragrance-free.

ingredients

TALC, MAGNESIUM MYRISTATE, NYLON-12, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, ETHYLHEXYL PALMITATE, ZEA MAYS (CORN) STARCH, ASCORBYL PALMITATE, TOCOPHEROL, LAUROYL LYSINE, POLYMETHYL METHACRYLATE, METHICONE, SODIUM DEHYDROACETATE, METHYLPARABEN, PROPYLPARABEN, BUTYLPARABEN. MAY CONTAIN/PEUT CONTENIR/(+/-): IRON OXIDES (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), YELLOW 5 LAKE (CI 19140), ULTRAMARINES (CI 77007)INGREDIENTS: TALC, MAGNESIUM MYRISTATE, NYLON-12, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, ETHYLHEXYL PALMITATE, ZEA MAYS (CORN) STARCH, ASCORBYL PALMITATE, TOCOPHEROL, LAUROYL LYSINE, POLYMETHYL METHACRYLATE, METHICONE, SODIUM DEHYDROACETATE, METHYLPARABEN, PROPYLPARABEN, BUTYLPARABEN. MAY CONTAIN/PEUT CONTENIR/(+/-): IRON OXIDES (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), YELLOW 5 LAKE (CI 19140), ULTRAMARINES (CI 77007).

Reviews

Reviews


5.0
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17 years ago

I initially opted not to purchase this when I bought my TM, but later decided I really needed something to set my make-up and the MAC setting powder just wasn't doing it for me so I went back and...

About reviewer (33 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinCombination

HairRed

EyesBrown



5.0
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17 years ago

I love this powder...after trying various other (very expensive!!$$)powders, I still manage to come back to good old LM. I was using LaMer for awhile, but it just didnt seem to make my face stay...

About reviewer (3 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinCombination, Other

HairBrunette

EyesBrown


5.0
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17 years ago

i love this powder to set my makeup...it makes my complexion look flawless but the only con is the price

About reviewer (21 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinCombination

HairBlond

EyesHazel


5.0
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17 years ago

Great powder...definitely a staple in my makeup case. When they say translucent, they really mean it! It literally adds no color to the face, which I love because it prevents me from getting that...

About reviewer (25 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinCombination

HairBrown

EyesBrown


5.0
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17 years ago

I LOVE THIS POWDER! MY HG!! THe packaging is BEAUTIFUL and the powder is so finely milled it just disappears into my skin. The translucent doesnt give color, just sets the makeup. This combined...

About reviewer (12 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinNormal, Fair

HairBrown

EyesBrown


4.0
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17 years ago

LM translucent is decent powder with affordable price. It's very good at setting foundation and control oil. The only point I don't like about this powder is that it gives me too matte finish....

About reviewer (45 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinCombination, Other

HairBlack

EyesBrown


5.0
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17 years ago

This is a really fine powder. It works great for setting makeup for everything eg foundation, lipstick, eye shadow. It's so natural looking without that white powder look even if you put on alot. ...

About reviewer (43 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinCombination

HairBlack

EyesBlack


4.0
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17 years ago

Great powder! It perfectly finishes my makeup. I use this with the tinted moisturizer for a sheer, natural look.

About reviewer (75 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinNormal, Fair

HairRed

EyesBlue


5.0
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17 years ago

This is soooo great. I have combo skin and I love this stuff. I know you really dont have to use alot but i do like to use more than recommended but i use LM silk creme foundation which is her...

About reviewer (27 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinCombination, Fair, Neutral

HairBrunette, Curly, Coarse

EyesHazel


5.0
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17 years ago

This is my HG powder. For years I've looked for a finishing/setting powder for my oily/combo skin, and couldn't find anything that didn't change color, clump, and/or make my face look pasty/too...

About reviewer (8 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinCombination

HairRed

EyesBrown


5.0
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17 years ago

I recently purchased this powder because of the rave reviews...it really is better than what I have used in the past...a very fine powder, and since it's translucent, it doesn't change the color of...

About reviewer (18 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinCombination

HairBlond

EyesGreen


4.0
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17 years ago

I'm very pleased with this loose powder! It doesn't just sit on the face and look powdery.. it actually makes makeup look "finished". The only downside is the packaging. You can't fit the puff...

About reviewer (322 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinCombination, Other

HairBrown

EyesHazel


5.0
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17 years ago

Hi, there- I feel like a kid in a candy store; I just stumbled across this site, hoping to find anyone who could discuss Estee Lauder's discontinued Black Midnight nail lacquer, but as they say,...

About reviewer (14 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinNormal

HairBrunette

EyesBrown


2.0
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17 years ago

I was talked into this at the counter, since I am in general afraid of powders making my skin look older. Well, it did a decent job setting my makeup, but not a great job. The next day I had a...

About reviewer (22 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinCombination, Other

HairBlond

EyesBrown


5.0
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17 years ago

Another slam-dunk for Laura Mercier products. I have found another HG. Sets my foundation and keeps it looking fresh all day. I love it! This brand will run me to the poorhouse eventually,...

About reviewer (17 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinDry

HairBlond

EyesBlue


2.0
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17 years ago

The MA at laura recommended this powder.. according to him it works like magic.. its finely milled.. non-caking..and all the praises that an innocent buyer like me could hear.. so i gave it a try...

About reviewer (15 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinOily

HairBlack

EyesBrown


4.0
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18 years ago

i alternate between this, alison raffaele and prescriptives liquid powder. i like all 3 for different reasons, this one because it is the most basic and does its job. it's purely good powder with...

About reviewer (55 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinAcne-prone, Medium, Not Sure

HairBrown, Other, Other

EyesBrown


2.0
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18 years ago

It's rare to find translucent powders that are actually invisible on the skin. Most are too white, too pink, or just seem to sit on the skin's surface. Laura Mercier's loose powder is nearly...

About reviewer (1072 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinNormal, Medium, Warm

HairBlack, Straight, Medium

EyesBlack


4.0
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18 years ago

This is the first loose powder I've used and I love it. It sets my makeup without leaving a powdery appearance. It also doesn't have any color or appear chalky. My makeup lasts longer and looks...

About reviewer (26 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinNormal

HairBlond

EyesGreen


4.0
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18 years ago

I feel comfortable with this. It's smooth and kind of slow down my skin oily process a little. I've oily skin. I don't think it's the HG one for me yet but it'll definitely be something I'll return...

About reviewer (23 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinOily, Fair-Medium

HairBlack

EyesBrown