89%
would repurchase
4.2/5
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1.0
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10 years ago

I would not recommend this at all. I bought it, and the price is great! However, throughout the day I noticed that my skin was burning really bad. I took it off and I was broke out in hives from...

About reviewer (1 reviews)

AgeUnder 18

SkinCombination, Tan

HairBrunette

EyesGreen



5.0
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11 years ago

I have been looking up and down for over a year for a decent price, sheer coverage, fine milled, natural with a soft light reflecting loose finishing powder. Believe me, it was hard work...as not...

About reviewer (36 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinDry, Fair-Medium, Warm

HairBlack, Straight, Fine

EyesBlack


5.0
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12 years ago

I have been having a hard time finding a good loose powder... most of the ones out have converted to mineral loose powder that looks horrible in photos. I found this loose powder when my...

About reviewer (7 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinAcne-prone

HairBlack

EyesBrown


5.0
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13 years ago

My HG. It is the best loose powder I have ever used! It smooths out my makeup and is never cakey or dry looking. My skin looks fresh and flawless. For the money, it will last over a year so I...

About reviewer (66 reviews)

Age56 & Over

SkinDry, Fair

HairBrunette

EyesHazel


5.0
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14 years ago

This powder is so wonderful if you're looking for an airbrushed finished. Works great alone or with foundation to smooth out imperfections. I have the compact and loose powder in Barely There and...

About reviewer (48 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Neutral

HairBrunette, Wavy, Fine

EyesBlue


5.0
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15 years ago

I have used the translucent face powder for years to set my makeup. My mother used Merle Norman cream foundation and powder every day from 1946 and her skin, neck and throat area were spotless...

About reviewer (1 reviews)

Age56 & Over

SkinCombination, Fair

HairBlond

EyesGreen


3.0
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16 years ago

I got this powder after I tried pressed version which I liked. Pressed compact doesn't last long, 2 months, hence expensive. I was running low and boom, loose is available on ebay, and the jar was...

About reviewer (44 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinCombination, Fair, Not Sure

HairBrown, Other, Other

EyesGreen


5.0
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16 years ago

Have just returned to this after trying other loose powders and powder foundations (BE, Elizabeth Arden, Clinique's blended face powder and Almost Powder makeup). This has now reached HG status and...

About reviewer (195 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinDry, Fair-Medium

HairBrown

EyesBlue


5.0
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16 years ago

I love it! It covers up so well, and makes my complexion look so smooth. I always get compliments. The more you buff, the better it looks. =)

About reviewer (1 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinAcne-prone, Fair-Medium

HairBlack

EyesBrown


5.0
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16 years ago

I use this as a finishing powder on top of the rest of my products. It gives my face a oommmph. Don't know how to explain, but it makes me look healthy.

About reviewer (42 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinCombination

HairBlond

EyesHazel


4.0
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16 years ago

This little container will last at least a year with daily use. It does not provide a matte finish and does not absorb oil. That being said, this makes your skin look gorgeous and glowing. I...

About reviewer (89 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinCombination

HairBlond

EyesBlue


5.0
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17 years ago

This powder has a gorgeous finish-not too matte and not chalky at all. I have the color "Barely There" and it matches well with my "Sesame "Timeless Foundation. I am very pleased with my Merle...

About reviewer (98 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinCombination, Fair-Medium

HairBrunette

EyesBrown


5.0
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18 years ago

I just bought this today after reading all the reviews. I got the shade "Almost Tan" and thus far, am loving it. The rep said I still either need to put concealer or a moisturizing tint (because of...

About reviewer (39 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinNormal

HairBrunette

EyesBrown


4.0
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19 years ago

I purchased this product last week. I am enjoying it thus far. It took a couple of tries to match my skin tone which is deep olive toned African American. Once the match was made, I have been...

About reviewer (52 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinCombination, Dark

HairBlack

EyesBrown


5.0
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19 years ago

I bought the Pressed Cersion in Barely There. I bought it as a backup to my beloved Jane Iredale Pressed Base. This powder is truly one of the best that I have ever tried! It stays color true...

About reviewer (972 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinSensitive, Medium

HairBlack

EyesBlack


5.0
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19 years ago

I've been using this product for over a year now(I got a preview sample before it was released to the public from my grandmother.. who owns a Merle Norman Studio) in the shade "Nearly Nude". This...

About reviewer (86 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinCombination

HairBrunette

EyesGreen


5.0
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20 years ago

I have to agree that this powder is one of the best (if not the best) I've tried. I'm extremely fair, but the 'Nearly Nude'(a yellow- based) shade that I chose is perfect; it gives me a healthy...

About reviewer (330 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinSensitive, Fair, Not Sure

HairRed, Other, Other

EyesBlue


5.0
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20 years ago

Just recenlty purchased this product it is one of the best powders I have tried. It is finely milled powder that has optical diffusers for a soft but glowy look. It feels like silk on my skin, I...

About reviewer (44 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinCombination

HairOther

EyesOther