SKIN79 Super+ Pink BB Pact Powder

Although the compact was not broken, the powder inside was but I tried to salvage it anyway however in retrospect I wish I returned the item. I thought the powder was ok but a little heavier than others that I've tried. I really like the skin food peach sake silky powder so I'm always comparing this powder to that one. The skin food powder is very light in texture which I really like, but it does not have any color so when you first apply it, you will look pale. If you give it a few minutes, your skin tone does come out and it controls oil for a long time. However, the skinfood doesn't have SPF and that is why I tried the skin79. As mentioned, the skin79 feels heavier and on me the color is a little off, on the orange/yellow side. Plus it doesn't control sebum as well as other powders I've tried. That said, I do like that this has SPF whereas many other powders don't.Compared to mainstream brands, this is a very good powder and I would urge anyone to try it as it may work perfectly for their skin. For me it was good but not perfect, so I will keep looking for a powder with SPF.Update Jan 2015: after having this compact for a few months, I've decided to upgrade to 5 stars from the original 3. Yes, I still find it heavier than my original favorite powder, but the fact that this has SPF and other benefits far outweighs this. This powder streamlined my morning routine. It has good coverage, doesn't cause me breakouts, and in these winter months does not dry out my skin. So, this powder has been a lifesaver for me to just quickly brush on and then go out to the store or run an errand. For the office or more formal events I do need foundation, but not as much (spot only) because this powder takes care of the additional coverage.And again, the fact that it has SPF is a win in itself. If you use the US brand name powders, I recommend you give this a try--you may not ever go back!

Love this as an alternative to liquid sunscreen when hiking and camping. Light floral scent is an added bonus when you're sweating it up on the mountainside. I'm not sure exactly how well it protects from the sun but I love how clean and fresh I feel after putting on this powder during hikes vs. putting on normal sunscreen during hikes. Make sure to keep a new puff on you if you're doing multi-day hikes so you don't keep getting the previous day's sweat and oils accumulating inside of it. I probably shouldn't, but I like to really cake on this product while out on the trails, just for extra sun protection =P Warning: you'll look incredibly vain when people see you "putting on makeup" outdoors. Oh well.When worn for normal everyday purposes, this pact helps to mattify my otherwise greasy-looking face and makes my skin look awesome. I usually wear it after I apply my BB cream. I have tons of scars and discoloration on my chin from cystic acne and this covers them up surprisingly well and blurs out the blemishes that my BB creams cannot.

Love the products I have been using this product for two years .

I'm a late 40-something white female with problem, combination skin and have purchased a TON of powder over the years (including Bare Minerals), most being used once and sitting in the cosmetic graveyard (aka: under the sink). I have only found one powder I ever liked and used until it was gone (called 'EI Solutions'), something I got at Sephora years back but can't find anymore - so you can say I am picky about powder. This powder has a similar consistency to my HG EI powder. Smooth, creamy looking, great coverage and the PERFECT COLOR! I am really impressed with this powder and would recommend it highly. The compact is cute, has a good mirror and a clear plastic flip tray to separate the powder applicator from the cake. I am surprised that this powder is so awesome because the same brand's matching BB cream (pink label) is a disgusting pasty grey that I do NOT like (and the grey cast doesn't ever disappear IMHO), although the consistency and other aspects are good. I guess you need to buy both if you are using their BB cream. Anyway, I might buy a second one of these for my purse soon! (4.99 for shipping sort of bites, but as promised by seller it was here in just a few days.)

I use this to set the Skin79 Hot Pink & Hot Orange BB Creams and also for touch ups. Oddly, this powder is MUCH darker and more yellow toned than the corresponding Hot Pink BB cream. It blends fairly easily, but still looks a bit dark, I'm not sure I'm getting away with it. I'm extremely fair so the BB Cream matches well, but this powder is just too dark and yellow for me. Also, it doesn't do a good job absorbing oil for more than about an hour, and the BB cream actually seems to rub off faster with it than without it so I don't think it actually helps set anything. I'm better off setting my BB cream with regular mineral powder.That being said, I do love the packaging. The puff has a little strap to hold onto and a hinged plastic divider keeps the puff from sitting in the powder and contaminating it. Also, the powder has a nice texture, good coverage, & never seems to look cakey as long as you take a moment to blend it. I just wish it was lighter and did a better job absorbing oil and setting the BB cream. This just doesn't get the job done for me. Someone with medium to light dry/combo skin would probably love this product.

I bought this with the recommended bb cream, and they r not the same color. The bb cream is lighter while this is slightly darker. Makes it look like I do my makeup in the dark or had my 3 year old attempt a make up session on me. I've stopped attempting to make this product work and have since gone back to my original bb cream. I had higher expectations but unfortunately, it didn't work out. I will not be purchasing this product again.