Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder, 0.21 oz — Blurring + 24HR Matte Finish for Sensitive & Oily Skin

Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder is a lightweight finishing powder that locks makeup in place while controlling shine for a soft-focus, matte complexion.

This cult-favorite powder delivers a refined, photo-friendly finish without feeling heavy or settling into fine lines. Formulated with skin-supporting amino acids, vitamins C and E, and a botanical blurring powder, it helps absorb excess oil and blur the look of pores for long-lasting, color-true wear. It’s available in multiple translucent shades to suit a wide range of skin tones and is designed to be gentle on mature, sensitive, and oily complexions.

How does this powder keep makeup matte all day?

The formula combines oil-absorbing ingredients with a lightweight, ultra-fine texture that minimizes shine throughout the day. It sets liquid and cream foundations without altering color or adding heaviness, giving skin a velvety matte surface that photographs well.

• Absorbs excess sebum for extended shine control
• Ultra-fine particles prevent cakey buildup
• Non-whitening finish for true-to-tone results in photos

Will this powder emphasize fine lines or settle into wrinkles?

Designed to remain weightless on the skin, the powder avoids cakeiness and minimizes the appearance of texture when applied correctly. Its silky feel and blurring botanical ingredient help soften the look of pores and fine lines rather than accentuate them.

• Silky, breathable texture resists creasing
• Blurring botanical powder refines texture visually
• Best applied with the press-and-roll method to avoid over-application

How should I apply it for the best, longest-lasting result?

Laura Mercier recommends the press-and-roll technique using the brand’s velour puff: saturate, tap off excess, and roll gently over skin to set makeup. This method deposits a controlled amount of product, locking foundations in place while preserving a natural finish.

• Use a light hand—tap off excess powder before applying
• Press and roll to set foundation without disturbing base makeup
• Touch up sparingly in oily zones to maintain the matte finish

What skin types and shades does this powder work best for?

The powder is formulated to suit a wide range of complexions and is particularly effective for normal-to-oily, sensitive, and mature skin types. While truly translucent on application, it comes in several variations to flatter fair through deep tones and deliver a universal, color-true matte finish.

• Available in multiple translucent shades for diverse skin tones
• Fragrance-free and dermatologist-tested for sensitive skin
• Vegan-friendly formula suitable for many skin needs

Who is this for: Ideal for anyone seeking reliable shine control and a soft-focus finish—especially those with oily or combination skin, people who want makeup that photographs true-to-tone, and users who prefer a lightweight, non-drying powder. It’s also a strong option for mature or sensitive skin types wanting a refined, breathable setting product that complements both everyday and long-wear makeup routines.

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).