Kosas Cloud Set Pressed Setting Powder — Sheer Medium Tan, Talc-Free Soft-Matte Shine Control

Kosas Cloud Set Pressed Setting Powder is a lightweight, talc-free translucent face powder that locks makeup in place while controlling shine and delivering a soft, skin-like matte finish.

Designed to extend the wear of foundation and blur the look of pores without adding coverage, this pressed setting powder in Sheer Medium Tan gives a seamless, airbrushed effect. The formulation focuses on oil control and a barely-there feel so makeup sits smoothly through the day. Clean-beauty fans will appreciate that the powder is talc-free, fragrance-free, and formulated without silicones, parabens, mineral oil, and is both vegan and cruelty-free.

How does this powder keep makeup looking fresh all day?

The powder absorbs excess oils and mattifies the skin surface to reduce shine, helping makeup remain intact for longer. Its fine, airy texture prevents buildup so layers of foundation and concealer retain their true color and finish.

• Light-absorbing particles that minimize midday shine
• Pressed format for controlled, mess-free application
• Designed to sit on top of foundation without changing shade

Will it make my skin look flat or cakey?

No—Kosas Cloud Set focuses on a soft matte effect rather than a heavy mask. The formula uses a blend of blurring powders to smooth texture while preserving a natural skin dimension, so skin reads soft and real instead of matte and lifeless.

• Sheer coverage that doesn’t add pigment
• Soft-focus finish to reduce pore and texture appearance
• Airy feel that layers without clumping

How should I apply it for different skin types and looks?

For oily zones, press the powder on with a puff or dense brush to lock foundation; for an all-over subtle mattify, sweep lightly with a large, fluffy brush. Use a light hand for dry or normal skin and focus on the T-zone when you only need shine control.

• Press application for maximum oil control and longevity
• Sweep application for a sheer, all-over finish
• Layer sparingly on dry areas to avoid over-mattifying

What clean-beauty credentials and ingredients should I know about?

This pressed powder is formulated without talc and excludes silicones, parabens, mineral oil, and added fragrance—suited to shoppers seeking simpler ingredient decks. Kosas positions it as a cruelty-free, vegan option that still performs like a traditional setting powder.

• Talc-free formula that avoids common puff dulling agents
• Free from silicone, paraben, mineral oil, and fragrance
• Vegan and cruelty-free manufacturing standards

Who is this for? Kosas Cloud Set Pressed Setting Powder in Sheer Medium Tan is aimed at anyone wanting natural-looking shine control and longer makeup wear without added coverage—especially people with oily or combination skin, makeup users who prefer a lightweight, non-cakey finish, and shoppers seeking a cleaner ingredient profile. It’s a practical choice for daily touch-ups, makeup artists needing quick set-and-go results, and anyone who prefers pressed powders for travel-ready, controlled application.

Ingredients

Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Silica, Octyldodecanol, Lauroyl Lysine, Hectorite, Jojoba Esters, Mica, Ethylhexylglycerin, Bambusa Arundinacea Stem Powder, Passiflora Edulis Seed Oil, Potassium Sorbate, Water/Aqua/Eau, Glycerin, Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetearyl Olivate, Alumina, Sorbitan Olivate, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax/Candelilla Cera, Stearic Acid, Sodium Phytate, Paeonia Officinalis Flower Extract, Glyceryl Caprylate, Pentylene Glycol, Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Extract, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Glyceryl Undecylenate, Tocopherol, Sodium Benzoate, Citric Acid [+/-: Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499)]