Revlon ColorStay Pressed Powder

Why didn't I know this until now? A very good item that only I want to know. It is soft and covers the whole naturally.

It's really very good and the makeup looks good.

Revlon's ColorStay pressed powder stands out as one of the dwindling affordable talc-based options, especially now that drugstore brands are switching over en masse to "clean" formulations that are predominantly mica. For those of us with oily skin, this industry shift has led to a real struggle in the search for a shine-eliminating pressed powder. While people with normal or dry skin who prefer to avoid an ultra-matte look might appreciate mica-based powders for their natural glow, for someone battling excess shine, "skin-like" often translates into a pearlescent finish that unfortunately emphasizes pores and wrinkles. This particular powder does include "synthetic mica" (synthetic fluorophlogopite), but thankfully it's listed as one of the last ingredients in the formula. This placement helps prevent the powder from appearing chalky on the skin, which is a definite plus. Under both fluorescent (first photo) and natural (second photo) light, I don't detect any noticeable glitter in this powder.The brand markets this powder with a claim of "lasts up to 16 hours," which hasn't aligned with my experience, particularly in terms of shine control. I typically start to see shine breakthrough and a reduction in coverage after about 2-3 hours of wear. While this might initially sound like a major product letdown, these results are fairly typical for most drugstore pressed powders I've tested. To manage shine that inevitably emerges, I recommend using blotting paper first, and then touching up with powder. Layering more powder directly over oily skin can easily lead to a caked-on appearance, which is something I think we're all trying to avoid.Shade 290 Natural Ochre is a commendable option for light-medium complexions with a slightly yellowish undertone. It manages to be not too warm (leaning orange) and not too neutral/cool (beige-pink), which is a balance surprisingly hard to find in drugstore brands. Often, drugstore ranges include only a single pale yellow shade in their fair-light offerings (or label it as a "translucent" or "banana" shade), completely skip the light-medium range for yellow undertones, and then reintroduce "yellow" undertones again starting in the medium-tan range. Even then, these are frequently golden (olive) shades that are too deep for my light-medium complexion. Regarding application, the included puff is acceptable for quick touch-ups, but a fluffy brush is definitely preferable for building up sheer coverage in more diffused, even layers. To be clear, this powder isn't going to magically erase significant skin texture or look flattering on flaky dry patches, nor will it replace a full-coverage liquid foundation or concealer for effectively covering blemishes. It also won't substitute a dedicated "HD" silica finishing powder in providing intense pore-blurring and shine-control. However, if you're seeking a travel-friendly pressed powder with a relatively smooth texture that offers light coverage without an overly metallic finish, then this Revlon ColorStay pressed powder is a solid and affordable choice.

Great for covering shine! No dust

This powder I really like. Go on nice and smooth. Covers up blotches really well. Just make sure you get the right color for your skin. It so easy to apply to your face. I bought this many times and I will buy again!!

Great product

Color a bit light

This powder foundation goes on very nicely with the supplied applicator, and the coverage is very good. It lasts all day and has not caused any skin problems for me. This is the second time I purchased this product.