ColorStay Pressed Powder Face Makeup, Longwearing, Fragrance-Free, Noncomedogenic, 830 Light Medium, 0.3 oz

If you’ve ever wanted to look matte enough to fry an egg on your face but still mysteriously human, this pressed powder is your new best friend. I opened it expecting the usual puff of dust and disappointment, but no — this compact announced itself like a tiny, chalky angel descending from the heavens. Coverage: Somehow manages to mask my pores, my regrets, and the evidence of the three hours of sleep I definitely did not get. It’s basically Instagram’s “Paris” filter but in real life and without the existential dread. Texture: Soft, smooth, and only slightly reminiscent of the craft-store talc I used in middle school plays. But hey — nostalgia is in. Longevity: Stays on through sweat, tears, and the moment I realized I’ve been walking around for two hours with a piece of hair stuck to my lip gloss. Unbothered. Immaculate. Judgmental. Shade Match: Shockingly decent. Didn’t turn me orange, gray, or ghostly — which is rare, considering most powders make me look like an underbaked sugar cookie. Bonus: The compact snaps shut with the confidence of a woman who has her life together, even if the rest of us do not. Overall: If you’re searching for a powder that says, “I’m flawless, but I’m also tired and doing my best,” this is the one. 10/10 would dramatically reapply in a public restroom mirror again.

This is one of the best pressed powder compacts I've ever purchased! It goes on smooth and thin, and your face looks so much more flawless! The price is also very good! I will be buying this in the future for sure!

Revlon's ColorStay pressed powder stands out as one of the dwindling affordable talc-based options, especially now that drugstore brands are switching over en masse to "clean" formulations that are predominantly mica. For those of us with oily skin, this industry shift has led to a real struggle in the search for a shine-eliminating pressed powder. While people with normal or dry skin who prefer to avoid an ultra-matte look might appreciate mica-based powders for their natural glow, for someone battling excess shine, "skin-like" often translates into a pearlescent finish that unfortunately emphasizes pores and wrinkles. This particular powder does include "synthetic mica" (synthetic fluorophlogopite), but thankfully it's listed as one of the last ingredients in the formula. This placement helps prevent the powder from appearing chalky on the skin, which is a definite plus. Under both fluorescent (first photo) and natural (second photo) light, I don't detect any noticeable glitter in this powder. The brand markets this powder with a claim of "lasts up to 16 hours," which hasn't aligned with my experience, particularly in terms of shine control. I typically start to see shine breakthrough and a reduction in coverage after about 2-3 hours of wear. While this might initially sound like a major product letdown, these results are fairly typical for most drugstore pressed powders I've tested. To manage shine that inevitably emerges, I recommend using blotting paper first, and then touching up with powder. Layering more powder directly over oily skin can easily lead to a caked-on appearance, which is something I think we're all trying to avoid. Shade 290 Natural Ochre is a commendable option for light-medium complexions with a slightly yellowish undertone. It manages to be not too warm (leaning orange) and not too neutral/cool (beige-pink), which is a balance surprisingly hard to find in drugstore brands. Often, drugstore ranges include only a single pale yellow shade in their fair-light offerings (or label it as a "translucent" or "banana" shade), completely skip the light-medium range for yellow undertones, and then reintroduce "yellow" undertones again starting in the medium-tan range. Even then, these are frequently golden (olive) shades that are too deep for my light-medium complexion. Regarding application, the included puff is acceptable for quick touch-ups, but a fluffy brush is definitely preferable for building up sheer coverage in more diffused, even layers. To be clear, this powder isn't going to magically erase significant skin texture or look flattering on flaky dry patches, nor will it replace a full-coverage liquid foundation or concealer for effectively covering blemishes. It also won't substitute a dedicated "HD" silica finishing powder in providing intense pore-blurring and shine-control. However, if you're seeking a travel-friendly pressed powder with a relatively smooth texture that offers light coverage without an overly metallic finish, then this Revlon ColorStay pressed powder is a solid and affordable choice.

This powder does a really good job for everyday use. The texture is smooth, easy to apply, and it helps set makeup without making my skin look heavy or cakey. It blends well into the skin and gives a natural finish, which I really appreciate, especially for quick daily makeup looks. That said, it’s not completely perfect. On longer days, I do notice that it wears off a bit and needs some touch ups, especially if you have oily areas. It also doesn’t offer a lot of coverage on its own, so it works best as a setting powder rather than a standalone product. Overall, it’s a solid powder that does what it promises and works well for normal to combination skin. I would definitely repurchase it, but I wouldn’t call it holy grail level.

Perfect for blurting out imperfections. Love the size of the compact. Silky smooth powder.

My go to powder I continuously buy. High quality with excellent coverage for my flaws. Great application pad and container closes well and is not cheap at all. Great and would recommend.

My Grocery Store doesn't carry this Color why I turned to Amazon. It's also a bit cheaper here too. 👍 I like the Powder now that I'm older, I don't use Liquid Make up anymore. Goes on smooth and good Coverage.

Its my shade. I'm a cappuccino girly I originally made a mistake and ordered Caramel, which turned out to be too light for my skin tone. Before reordering, I decided to use Amazon’s virtual try-on, and I also sent a photo to ChatGPT for advice. Both confirmed the same thing: “Cappuccino is your best bet.” I live in the Caribbean, so I was a bit nervous ordering again. I told myself that if this shade didn’t work, I’d just buy the correct color locally. Thankfully, I didn’t need to — Cappuccino fits perfectly! The shade blends seamlessly into my skin, looks natural, and doesn’t leave me looking ashy or overly orange. Highly recommend! My undertone is warm- netural

Eu gosto muito. Cobertura perfeita, eu uso a anos.

Is the color as you have seen advertised? The texture and packing should be of the best quality.

Très très bien !! Superbe couvrance !! Longue tenue !! Je recommande

It is super, amazing

Après des années de fidélité à une poudre d’une autre marque, j’ai été déçue par leur changement de composition. En cherchant une nouvelle poudre, j’ai découvert la Revlon ColorStay 16H, et je suis ravie ! Elle offre une tenue impeccable tout au long de la journée, sans besoin de retouches. Sa texture est fine et légère, elle matifie parfaitement sans dessécher la peau, et le fini est naturel. Un vrai coup de cœur !