Laura Mercier Smooth Finish Foundation Powder
BY
LAURA MERCIER
#11 in Powder Foundation
4.56 / 5 based on
529 Reviews
Description
Revolutionary lightweight, oil-free foundation powder blurs the line between real skin and makeup. Creates a natural, long-wearing, colour-true veil. Effortlessly evens your complexion, smoothing and perfecting skin's appearance. Created to move with your skin, the comfortable formula flexes easily without settling into fine lines.
Water-resistant. Feels light and fresh, wears all day. Instantly reduces shine. Evens skin tone, hydrates, and visibly reduces lines and pores.
- Apply Dry for Sheer to Medium coverage and Matte finish.
- Apply Wet for Medium to Full coverage and Natural finish.
- Ideal for all skin types.
Formulation Details:
- Oil-free
- Fragrance-free
- Non-comedogenic
- Dermatologist-tested
- Compact includes sponge applicator
- Ingredients:
- Talc
- Mica
- Zea Mays (Corn) Starch
- Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
- Triisostearin
- Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate
- Dimethicone
- Myristyl Trisiloxane
- Soybean Glycerides
- Zinc Stearate
- Chlorphenesin
- Potassium Sorbate
- Polyperfluoroethoxymethoxy Difluoroethyl Peg Phosphate
- Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter Unsaponifiables
- Tetrasodium Edta
- Silica
- Dimethiconol
- Bht
- Ascorbyl Palmitate.
May Contain:
- CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide)
- CI 77491 / CI 77492 / CI 77499 (Iron Oxides)
- CI 77947 (Zinc Oxide (Nano)
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Laura Mercier Smooth Finish Foundation Powder
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REVIEWS
529 reviews
Review for: 2W1 06 - Light with Warm Undertones more...
I have a medium skintone with yellow undertones and shade 6 is a good match for me. This powder foundation comes with a sponge, but I only apply it with a brush. It's easy to apply and goes on smooth. For me, this provides light to medium coverage and is buildable without getting cakey/dry looking. This lasts all day for me with or without a primer. It's also a perfect base for applying other creams/powders (ie. blush, bronzer, highlight). I have pretty sensitive skin, but I have no issues wearing this all day -- no breakouts, rashes, or oil buildup. Highly recommend this foundation!
Review for: Other more...
I used this always when I was at Uni. Seemed very simple, quick and easy to apply at the time. I love all of Laura Mercier’s packaging and this wasn’t different to it. The coverage was not very heavy and full. It gives one a smooth and light finish. I had quite deep scarring from acne at that time and this product tried to cover it to a certain extent. But when used along with my all time favourite #secretcamouflage it does wonders!!!
Unfortunately I dont use it anymore as I started to prefer liquid foundations over powder.
Unfortunately I dont use it anymore as I started to prefer liquid foundations over powder.
Review for: 3W1 08 - Light to Medium with Warm Undertones more...
I have used this compact for years and I still love it! It’s one of those products that I’m constantly purchasing as soon as I see a little bit of the pan. Sometimes if my skin is looking decent and that it doesn’t need CRAZY coverage, I use a moisturizer and just lay a bit of this stuff on and bam, my skin is absolutely flawless!
Review for: 2N1 05 - Light with Neutral Undertones more...
This product makes your skin look flawless. It smoothes out your pores effortlessly. The powder is finely milled and glides on to the skin. The packaging is okay I don’t like the sponge it comes with just because I don’t use them ever but other than that I have no complaints about this powder foundation. It’s amazing!
Review for: Other more...
The amount of colors this product comes in is crazy. There is a color for everyone. I loved the fact that it can be put on dry or wet. It feels like I wasn’t even wearing this on my skin super lightweight formula. I have really dry skin and it seemed to apply patchy even with moisturizer on. It didn’t seem to last very long during the day it also oxidized very fast.
I loveeee this product.
Its long lasting and finshing is amazing.
I love this top most brand.
This is one of my favorites brands and with reasonable price.
I bought this from walmart store and it is also available in other stores like Fred Meyer,target,walgreens many.......
It gives soft texture on skin.
I would definitely recommend this product and brand too.
Its better to search for offers before buying.
Have different shades of color for different skin tones.
I like to visit above stores only to buy this and find offers.
It gives fantastic look for party and for simple makeup also.
I am kinda shopholic ;) so love to buy and try different products ,brands and shades.
It would be too nice if there are some small samples to try before we buy.
Shade is just awesome on my skin and hope for others too.
It has matte texture.
I would definitely buy More n more n more...
I love trying new products and samples tooooooo.
Its bestiest best product I have ever used...
Its long lasting and finshing is amazing.
I love this top most brand.
This is one of my favorites brands and with reasonable price.
I bought this from walmart store and it is also available in other stores like Fred Meyer,target,walgreens many.......
It gives soft texture on skin.
I would definitely recommend this product and brand too.
Its better to search for offers before buying.
Have different shades of color for different skin tones.
I like to visit above stores only to buy this and find offers.
It gives fantastic look for party and for simple makeup also.
I am kinda shopholic ;) so love to buy and try different products ,brands and shades.
It would be too nice if there are some small samples to try before we buy.
Shade is just awesome on my skin and hope for others too.
It has matte texture.
I would definitely buy More n more n more...
I love trying new products and samples tooooooo.
Its bestiest best product I have ever used...
Review for: 5W1 14 - Medium to Deep with Warm Undertones more...
I typically don’t use foundation powder, or Laura Mercier products. However, I really like the light weight feeling of this powder and it lasts all day on my face (no matter what temperature it is outside, which is important for the summer time!). I highly recommend this product!
Review for: 3N1 07 - Light to Medium with Neutral Undertones more...
This has been my go to foundation for years! It is all I use. You can just use a brush and get great coverage or get a sponge wet for more of a liquid foundation look. It is matte which I love for all day use. It doesn’t turn your face white in pictures. It doesn’t make you breakout. I even workout in it. Only downside is it can crack easily. I have cracked many of mine before. So make sure if you are traveling with it put it in a safe compartment. It will be your new favorite foundation! I have turned many friends into it with all different skin types and tones!
Review for: Laura Mercier Smooth Finish Foundation Powder more...
I love this powder! I use it to set my makeup. It is lightweight and a good amount of coverage. The color matches well for me. I wear shade 10. The only issue I have with this product is that I hit the pan way too quick. I have to purchase this about every 3 months. For powder that I use to just set my foundation with (not as my foundation), this powder should last longer. Powders I've used in the past have lasted me longer. For the very steep price, we should be getting more product! I am in the process of trying to switch and find some cheaper alternatives.
Unfortunately this wasn’t my favorite powder at all.. I wanted to love this cause I love Laura Mercier products, unfortunately this was a fail for me.. I’m combination/oily skin, and I love coverage .. this just didn’t lay well on my skin . I used a fluffy brush to apply over my liquid foundation. It didn’t look smooth and matte . It accentuated my texture , pores/pimples.. I wouldn’t repurchase!
Q & A
does it work for people with very dry skin?
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Kenni C.
1 year, 8 months ago
I have very dry flaky skin in the winter. As long as you moisturize and let it set in before you apply, it works wonders
Just bought this powder. Anyone with dry skin want to share their experience? Is it too powdery or dry looking on the skin?
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Connie P.
3 months, 2 weeks ago
I would recommend to make sure you have a very hydrating eye cream and moisturizer before make up and using light layers of setting powder.
I've been wanting to purchase an foundation powder and I came across this one, how much is it and is it worth your money ? How many shades does it have ? Is it easy to find your shade?
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Abbey F.
1 year, 8 months ago
Way more affordable options that are better or just as goos
Is it worth the money?
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Vanessa M.
8 months, 3 weeks ago
I would say yes. I'm always on the hunt for a bargain so I agree this is a little pricy. I would usually say go for a sample but its powder so they cant do that. However if you purchase it and try it for a few days you can take it back and return it at sephora! I was using the sephora brand powder before this one too and I liked that one=it is less expensive and good quality. This just took the cake for me I love it.
How well does this product cover & stay on oily skin? I use Smashbox powder foundation with a brush and it's almost perfect but not quite. I'm super fair & super oily so by the end of the day I'm blotting & I also have to be careful I don't get heavy handed. I've been eyeballing this Laura Mercier at Sephora but scared to make the change & hate it.
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Alejandra O.
1 year, 7 months ago
I have oily skin and I love this! I do get oily after a while but it I use a mattefying primer I don't have to worry about it as much. With the primer it lasts a long time on me
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