I love this. I have super SUPER oily skin and this is my favourite powder for setting my foundation in the morning. I end up with a matte finish and my foundation lasts for a lot longer. I use either my Real Techniques Multi Task Brush OR a cheap Manicare Powder puff to apply to my T zone. I got on to this product when I was at MAC moaning about my oily skin and the MUA suggested this, I've been delighted. Note, I did read a GREAT article by a former MAC MUA who actually slammed a lot of their products, but she did mention products that were excellent and totally worth your money. This powder was on the list of products she though were 'worth investing in'. Good to know!
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MAC Blot Powder Review
A unique pressed powder designed primarily to provide shine control without adding any noticeable colour or texture.
Sets foundation, finishes faces.
For use in professional situations and for frequent touch-ups.
Blot Powder contains Mica and Silica to absorb excess oils and reduce shine on the skin's surface.
Can be applied with the puff that comes in the compact or with a powder brush like #129 Powder/Blush Brush.
Perfect for touching up Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation throughout the day.
Website www.maccosmetics.co.nz
Reviews
Tips: These powders are really dark - the name of the colour is no real guideline. I've got quite pale skin and the Medium/Dark is perfect for me!
Though I haven't re-purchased one of these for a while, it is always a favourite of mine due to the fact that it is translucent. It works well to reduce any oil on the face without becoming too heavy. For someone like me who does have an oily complexion, this is a perfect on the go blotter for my handbag.
Normally I prefer more coverage for myself, however this is a staple item for any girls makeup purse! Perfect for touch-ups and works well if you are needing to change your base colour (due to spray tans, etc.) as it is not hugely pigmented so you save from having to purchase several colours of powders.
The compact is in the standard black plastic casing from MAC and is nice and sturdy so it doesn't break in my handbag. I find that I only use a small amount every time, so these last a very long time, making spending $60 on one very viable.
I use this on top of any foundation I am using as it always makes it look more professional and will decrease any shiny look after a few hours, I also take this in my purse if I am going out and take a small powder brush, this way if i get hot or sweaty, I can just go bathroom and blot my face and make it look fresh again.
Tips: Carry it in your night purse, so if you are looking a little hot or sweaty during the night you can just fix yourself up with this one powder.
I have been using this quite sometimes now and I love how it last all day without making my face looking shiny. The MAC Blot powder doesn't feel heavy on my face, the product is expensive but worth every dollar spent. I use the Sigma F30 - large powder brush and pat it on skin for best result.
this doesn't make your face cake its a perfect seal for your liquid foundations . it gives you such a natural finish not to matte and gets rid of shine for the hole day !
Tips: i use a kabuki brush and it seems to apply the perfect amount
I have super oily skin! I use this powder to set my MAC prolong wear foundation. I just use the puff that it comes with as I like to put it in my bag and don't want to be carrying around brushes everywhere! This powder is amazing for my oily skin though and doesn't leave me feeling "caked" on. I've been using this for about a year now and will continue to use it!
Tips: Take it in your bag! Perfect for touch ups and won't make your make up looked too packed on either
I recently purchased this product and I am now hooked !! I have combination skin and this stuff is so light that it doesn't feel like wearing a mask, also blends well when you want to apply more to problem areas and less elsewhere - doesn't leave a noticeable line. Keeps the shine off the oily areas. Just love it :)
I had been contemplating a mineral powder to wear over my liquid to help set it and keep from looking oily. I have quite oily skin anyway. I purchased this product after finding it on here actually. I did try a l'oreal product that is similar but it's a loose powder which did take away the oil but it was quite pale and made you look washed out. I tried the medium shade of this one by MAC and I love it. It's so light weight and doesn't alter the shade of your foundation. Really takes the oily look away without drying out your skin. I like that it's a pressed powder because it fits in my bag where as the other ones I've used have been a loose powder and are too big. I don't think it's overly expensive either once you consider how long it will last.
Tips: Definitely use a powder brush rather than the puff that comes with it.
At first, I thought I had purchased a dud product. I applied it using the supplied powder puff and my foundation moved and looked dreadful. After a few days, the puff looked dreadful too. Then I had concerns about the oils on the puff remaining in contact with the powder. Throw that sucker out.
Now I've switched to using a Real Techniques Mini Powder brush from their mini brush trio and I swirl and then press this powder into my foundation and it is amazing. It really reduces the appearance of oil without altering the colour of my foundation. What is also of note is that whilst I use the Medium shade, I think this is probably a bit too light for my N2 skin, however, the colour actually only makes up 3% of the product, so not that big of a deal. Next time I order, I'll get the next darker shade.
The mirror in the compact is of a great size and folds flat, which I like for when I use it to touch up my lippy too.
The powder isn't as finely milled as the Bare Escentials Ready Mineral Veil, but I feel this gives a much better finish.
Tips: Throw out the powder puff and use something akin to a Real Techniques mini Powder brush for application, you'll get a better finish with less bacteria!
Well not with this wonderful powder. I get quite oily and this keeps my shine to a minimum. apply with the buffer provided or a big fluffy powder brush. It is suitable for all skin tones as it is translucent! xx