i was on my version of spring cleaning (we don't have spring here, so i guess it just a term of cleaning my vanity and tossing unused and expired products from them, hence the spring cleaning term) and i realized i was bored with my makeup so i decided to get rid most of it (well, mostly because they've expired) and only hang on to my revealed palette and mascara. oh and some eyeliners too. but the rest is gone. so i was searching for another "drugstore" options (read: cheap, in my defense, i'm a mother of 3 kids, so my makeup should be super cheap but have good quality) and i remember about catrice. i decided to read a bunch of review and put on a quest to search for what's available in my country. luckily, there's a counter in the shopping mall near my house, so i went there early so i could sit in front of the counter and try all the items on my wish list. and one thing that i need to buy is powder.
i've used loose powder for most of the time, mainly because i think it's more suitable for oily skin, but lately i don't care much. i've been eyeing for innisfree sebum powder, but since i have to purchase it online, i think i'd try catrice first. there are two powders in my mind, the all mat one and the prime and fine. unfortunately, the all mat one only have one shade, which i think will be darker for my skin so i bought the prime and fine one since it's translucent.
this is the description from their website: waterproof powder, mattifies the skin for hours, ensures a refined complexion. innovation! when this powder comes into contact with water, the drops simply roll off the surface. this allows it to withstand humidity and mattifies your skin for hours. the delicate formula with a soft filter effect ensures a visibly flawless and refined complexion. the transparent color adapts to every skin tone. enriched with vitamin A and E. thanks to the integrated mirror, this powder is a true must-have when you're on the go.
the packaging: honestly, i like the packaging. it comes in a sleek black compact, the name of the product is printed at front. when you open it, you can see the mirror inside the top part and the pressed powder at the bottom. it's simple but it doesn't look cheap. although some said that it's not very sturdy. so perhaps i should be careful not to drop this powder.
the color: it's transparent but there's a little bit color into it. unfortunately, it's quite light so perhaps medium to darker skin tone might want to try this before buying it.
the product and result: the powder is finely milled. it's super soft and buttery. i've used it with powder brush and makeup sponge, and both works fine. with powder, it gives more natural finish, but i have to build it up to cover my face. i use my elf powder brush, but unfortunately, it doesn't give me the result that i was hoping for. sometime i can see the brush makes streaks. i just like it better with sponge. it gives more coverage, however, it's also make it more artificial, if you know what i mean. my skin will look ridiculously flawless, super smooth and bright. that's why i say i'm not sure it's completely translucent. as for the sebum control, it falls short in my opinion. on normal days, my nose will start to be oily after 3 hours or so. on hot days, i predict it might be quicker. on my first day using this, i retouch my face after 3 hours, and i didn't remove my makeup. and as result, it breaks me out. as for the waterproof part, i remember seeing this in kbeauty show, and the makeup artist used this powder as setting powder after everything is done and he dipped the model's face into a bowl full of water and then he patted the water from the model's face. and miraculously, the makeup is intact.
so, given the price, this is a decent powder, but for super oily skin or medium to deep skin tone, i don't think it will be suitable for you. as for me, it's okay for now, but if i can get my hands on the other powder, i might try it to compare which one is better.
i've used loose powder for most of the time, mainly because i think it's more suitable for oily skin, but lately i don't care much. i've been eyeing for innisfree sebum powder, but since i have to purchase it online, i think i'd try catrice first. there are two powders in my mind, the all mat one and the prime and fine. unfortunately, the all mat one only have one shade, which i think will be darker for my skin so i bought the prime and fine one since it's translucent.
this is the description from their website: waterproof powder, mattifies the skin for hours, ensures a refined complexion. innovation! when this powder comes into contact with water, the drops simply roll off the surface. this allows it to withstand humidity and mattifies your skin for hours. the delicate formula with a soft filter effect ensures a visibly flawless and refined complexion. the transparent color adapts to every skin tone. enriched with vitamin A and E. thanks to the integrated mirror, this powder is a true must-have when you're on the go.
the packaging: honestly, i like the packaging. it comes in a sleek black compact, the name of the product is printed at front. when you open it, you can see the mirror inside the top part and the pressed powder at the bottom. it's simple but it doesn't look cheap. although some said that it's not very sturdy. so perhaps i should be careful not to drop this powder.
the color: it's transparent but there's a little bit color into it. unfortunately, it's quite light so perhaps medium to darker skin tone might want to try this before buying it.
the product and result: the powder is finely milled. it's super soft and buttery. i've used it with powder brush and makeup sponge, and both works fine. with powder, it gives more natural finish, but i have to build it up to cover my face. i use my elf powder brush, but unfortunately, it doesn't give me the result that i was hoping for. sometime i can see the brush makes streaks. i just like it better with sponge. it gives more coverage, however, it's also make it more artificial, if you know what i mean. my skin will look ridiculously flawless, super smooth and bright. that's why i say i'm not sure it's completely translucent. as for the sebum control, it falls short in my opinion. on normal days, my nose will start to be oily after 3 hours or so. on hot days, i predict it might be quicker. on my first day using this, i retouch my face after 3 hours, and i didn't remove my makeup. and as result, it breaks me out. as for the waterproof part, i remember seeing this in kbeauty show, and the makeup artist used this powder as setting powder after everything is done and he dipped the model's face into a bowl full of water and then he patted the water from the model's face. and miraculously, the makeup is intact.
so, given the price, this is a decent powder, but for super oily skin or medium to deep skin tone, i don't think it will be suitable for you. as for me, it's okay for now, but if i can get my hands on the other powder, i might try it to compare which one is better.
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| the compact case |
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| left: inside the compact, notice the decent mirror inside and the soft silky powder right: swatch (you can see it so it's not completely translucent) |
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