Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder, 0.21 oz — Blurring Finish, 24HR Matte Oil-Control

Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder is a lightweight finishing powder that mattifies, blurs pores and locks makeup for long-lasting, shine-free wear.

This cult-favorite loose powder is designed to create a soft-focus, photo-friendly finish without heaviness or flashback. The finely milled formula absorbs excess oil, minimizes the look of fine lines and pore texture, and stays color-true over foundation. Enriched with antioxidant vitamins and amino acids, it’s formulated to feel featherlight while helping makeup stay put throughout the day and into evening.

How long will this powder keep my makeup looking fresh?

This setting powder helps extend the wear of foundation and concealer so your base looks controlled and matte for hours. While individual results depend on skin type and environment, the powder is formulated for extended oil control and reduced shine.

• Lightweight texture designed to set makeup without caking.
• Absorbs surface oil to delay midday shine.
• Keeps foundation color-true and photo-safe under flash.

Will it settle into fine lines or look cakey on mature skin?

The ultra-fine particles are intended to blur, not emphasize, texture. It’s created to minimize the appearance of pores and lines rather than accentuating them, so mature skin can achieve a soft, smooth finish without a powdered look.

• Finely milled powder that smooths skin’s surface visually.
• Formulated to avoid buildup in creases and fine lines.
• Translucent shades designed to remain natural across tones.

How do I apply it for the best finish?

Use the signature press-and-roll technique with a velour puff for an even, long-lasting result. Pressing the powder into areas that tend to get oily—like the T-zone—sets makeup without adding bulk, and a light dusting with a fluffy brush can remove any excess for a seamless look.

• Saturate the velour puff, tap off extra product, then press and roll.
• Focus on oil-prone zones for targeted shine control.
• Use a brush to sweep away excess for a natural matte finish.

Is this powder suitable for sensitive or oily skin?

The formula is fragrance-free and dermatologist-tested, making it appropriate for sensitive complexions while still delivering oil-absorbing benefits. It’s especially useful for normal to oily skin types that need reliable shine control without irritation.

• Fragrance-free, dermatologist-tested formula.
• Vegan-friendly ingredients with vitamins C and E.
• Available in multiple translucent shades for a broad range of tones.

Who is this for: Ideal for anyone who wants a lightweight, non-cakey finishing powder that controls oil and blurs imperfections—particularly those with normal to oily or sensitive skin, people seeking photo-safe results, and makeup users who prefer a subtle matte finish that lasts from daytime into evening.

Ingredients

MICA, LAUROYL LYSINE, ZINC STEARATE, ALUMINUM STARCH OCTENYLSUCCINATE, SILICA, C13-15 ALKANE, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL, TOCOPHEROL, SODIUM HYALURONATE, SORBIC ACID. MAY CONTAIN/PEUT CONTENIR/(+/-): BLUE 1 LAKE (CI 42090), IRON OXIDES (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), MANGANESE VIOLET (CI 77742), RED 7 (CI 15850), TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891), ULTRAMARINES (CI 77007), YELLOW 5 LAKE (CI 19140).