Physicians Formula Star Perfection Marilyn Monroe Face Powder Review

I wanted a new pressed powder mainly to keep in my makeup case in my pocket book. I was looking for something that would work just to powder my face when I'm in a hurry. I have been using Clarins products for over a year. I found Physicians Formula Star Perfection Marilyn Monroe Face Powder for less than $6.00. I found it online starting at $11.00. It's not bad but I wouldn't spend $11.00 on it. http://store.usbeautyshop.com/phfostpemamo.html

A Closer View

The fact that Marylyn Monroe is designed in the powder isn't why I bought it since I couldn't see her until I opened it. I bought it because of the claims on the box. These include "Hi-tech goes Hollywood" and "Perfection meets Glamour." The box told me that this powder would diminish the appearance of imperfections for a "photo-perfect finish; that it would slide on my skin like satin creating a radiant sheer illumination. What I really liked I thought would be the "hint of shimmer."

It comes in three colors - translucent, beige and bronze. I got the beige. The box says that it can provide sheer to medium coverage and that is true. I'll get into this in a moment.

I agree that it is lightweight and non-caking. It contains oil absorbing ingredients and I have found that as soon as I apply it the shininess on my face is gone.

We are told it is non-irritating and I have found that to be true. It is fragrance and oil free and hypoallergenic.

My Experiences

I mentioned them a bit above but I do agree that the powder to the touch feels very smooth and "like satin." I like that I can layer it without any caking whatsoever. With one coat on my face I don't get enough coverage. After about three or four I'm satisfied.

I had no idea where the brush was or the mirror that the box says the compact has! I didn't have to pay for a mirror and I prefer a full brush but the flat one that this comes with it is fine for my uses. Anyway I had to figure out how to open the compact and then flip up the powder. Underneath the powder is the mirror and a space for the brush - very cute but it takes up more room than I like.

This can be used over foundation which I haven't done. It is suggested that you apply moisturizer if your skin is dry. I don't apply moisturizer and have had no problem.

Physician's Formula does not test on animals.

So what do I think? Oftentimes when I'm not sure I am by the time I finish a review. I'm mixed about this one. I got it for a great price but I doubt that I would go out of my way to look for it. I have used this brand and have liked it so I might try another one but I really did want some shimmer and it doesn't give me any at all. That's the reason I bought it. Still if you want a pressed powder, mirror and brush that doesn't cake and can find it for a reasonable brush then I would say give it a try.

Jo's Viewpoints

I like it