PSA: This Cult Setting Powder Now Comes In A Pressed Version!
You know when you're at brunch talking about something super specific, then you get served with Facebook ads later that day for the exact thing you were talking about? Creepy, right?
Well, that's how I feel about RCMA's cult setting powder being made into a compact. I have had multiple conversations, and even said during a masterclass how annoying I found the packaging of RCMA's No Colour Powder, but that I love the product itself and wished it was packaged differently. And whatta ya know, just months later, RCMA created a PRESSED VERSION.
Am I influential, or am I delusional? The reality is, I'm sure a lot of other No Colour lovers had the same frustrations. If that's you, you're probably singing my praises right now for bringing this to your attention. I didn't know it was possible, but damn, No Colour Powder just got better.
What's So Good About RCMA No Colour Powder?
Okay, in fairness, I was probably a little harsh on the packaging. For those who like to 'bake', the loose powder format is actually great, and for makeup artists it's a more hygienic option - but for someone like me who just dusts the tiniest amount of powder over their T-zone, dumping half the bottle in the lid just really wasn't workin' for me.
And let me clarify, the powder itself is the sh*t. It's been made famous by professionals in the industry thanks to its affordability at $24 ($32 in the pressed format), and its ability to mattify shine without depositing colour or altering any products underneath.
- The pressed version is the same as No Color's original formula, just in a compact
- The truly translucent powder is suitable for all skin tones & has very minimal flashback
- Helps to set your base, mattify any oily areas and soften excess shine on the skin
- The finely milled, ultra-silky texture is invisible and won't mess with your foundation
- It can be easily applied with the supplied powder puff, or your preferred powder brush
- The mirrored compact is the perfect handbag size for desk to dinner touch-ups
How Should You Use Pressed Powder?
In this instance, we're just referencing translucent powder here, not powders with pigment 'cause they've got a whole other function. I've got normal to dry skin and I love wearing dewy foundations (my fave being this one by YSL), but with a dewy foundation does come some excess shine throughout the day - but I don't let that deter me.
I use my Real Techniques Setting Brush - which in my humble opinion, is one of the best powder brushes out there - to mattify that shine in the centre of my forehead, sides of my nose, under my eyes and on my chin.
Nam Vo calls this 'precision powdering' (there's a whole article on this) which essentially means that you're only powdering areas that need powder, instead of using a huge fluffy brush to powder your entire face. This maintains a dewy glow, without crossing the line of looking oily or sweaty.
So, Is There Any Difference Between the Loose & Pressed Powders?
In my opinion, there is no difference between the actual performance of the powder at all. The new pressed version still gives me the same result as the loose RCMA No Colour Powder, just in more convenient (to me) packaging.
The powder is easily swished up with a fluffy brush (I haven't tried using a sponge to be honest), and applies exactly the same way, minus the mess I used to create by tipping the product into the lid.
As I mentioned, the loose powder is still the better option for makeup artists from a hygiene perspective, and for those who using a 'baking' technique à la Kylie Jenner - but if you love No Colour Powder already and had frustrations with the packaging, this compact is a godsend.
