I ordered two of these because I wasn't quite sure about the colouring (it's hard to tell on the computer, they're much lighter in person) Neutral and Flaxen. Flaxen is the closest match to my skin, and because of the sheerness, looks like it matches my skin perfectly. In reality, I find that it just doesn't give enough coverage, and if it did, it would become clear that the colour really doesn't match the skin well. Overall, much too sheer, not enough coverage.

I just loved my current product - Jane Iredale Pure Pressed powder in Warm Silk, and was very sceptical that Healthy Finish would be a good replacement. I`m glad I decided to give it a chance. The texture is fine and not visible on skin, and Buff Beige is a perfectly fine colour for my winter-pale skin. I'll re-evaluate the colour during the summer months. For a product that comes in 4 shades (compared to J.I.s 25) and is $30 cheaper (compared to the J.I. refill), it exceeded my expectations.

I purchased this powder for my daughter (13) as she uses an exfoliant & sunscreen which, when put on slightly oily teen skin, can look quite shiny. She doesn't want to wear makeup & wouldn't be allowed to anyway so she needed something very sheer. This is perfect! She puts it on with a brush and no one can tell. I tried it & really liked the texture, so I will buy my own. I bought it in the Neutral color, which ended up being a good match for both of us--light-medium skin with some yellow.

After calling customer service to check with them about a shade I am going to give this product a try. I am giving it four stars in advance because i am sure it is a good product. However from reading the reviews below I am just not convinced it will be light enought for my fair skin. I do hope that in the near future Paula and her team will switch all foundation products to the new "level" system for ease of picking a color. Thanks for the great products Paula and Team!

I'm a light/medium skin tone but ordered the pressed powder in Healthy Tan to use as a bronzer. It's perfect! Bronzers can tend to be muddy, orange or too sparkly but this shade is just right!

I love the idea of having a more opaque powder to use in place of foundation. I know it cannot fully replace a good sunscreen, but I have been unable to find any suncreen product I can wear on my face every day without it causing my rosacea to flare. This powder doesn't cause me any problems! I wish there was an even lighter shade as the Buff Beige is closer to my tan color than my Fall/ Winter coloring.

I have a hard time finding the right shade and the right texture for my combination/medium-toned skin. Most powders are too light and the few lines that make deeper colors are way too dark. However, the healthy tan shade of Healthy Finish Pressed Powder is perfect! It matches my natural skin tone exactly and it's mat without being drying, and there's no obnoxious shimmer. Love it!

Love this powder - I used the darker colour for a terrific, natural-looking bronzes and the neutral colour as a powder to set my foundation. Would love to see a loose powder in the neutral!

While I'm happy with the wasy this powder sets on my skin, the colour is really difficult to work with. I wish there were samples to try out like there are with the lipsticks. I assumed that since I'm mixed-race and olive-toned that the darkest shade would work best. However it's just too orange adn makes me look like I've been using cheap self-tanning products. It's a shame I shelled out $15 dollars for a colour I can't use. Customer Care Response: We're sorry you were not happy with the powder; you are welcome to check out Paula's suggestions at Beautypedia to see if you find another powder that works better for you. In the meantime we will leave an in house credit for the product on your account which may be used on a future phone order. We will certainly track your comments with our Product Development Manager & Paula. Please contact customer care with any questions, we are happy to help.

This is the best powder that I have ever used. The texture is devine and I can use it alone without the need for foundation as it evens out my complexion and covers well. It looks like your wearing NOTHING!!!! I have fair skin so I would like a slightly lighter shade than Buff Beige but I can use this in summer when my skin is a bit more tanned.

I like that the powder has SPF 15 because I love the idea of adding a bit of sun protection throughtout the day, but unfortunately even the lightest shade is too dark for me, therefore not very usable without looking like I have something on my face. Also, the consistency is a bit dense, or thick, in my opinion -- I have to push my brush hard against it to get some on it. It seems that the case leaves room for a powder puff (not included) which I find slightly cumbersome because as a result the product itself is kind of deep inside the case with edges around it which further makes it more difficult to get the product on your brush. Overall, I'm slightly disappointed and will look for another pressed powder with SPF. If Paula adds lighter colors and maybe a lighter consistency to this product, I will return to my favorite brand. :) Customer Care Response: We're sorry this wasn't a fit for you; you are welcome to check out Paula's suggestions at Beautypedia to see if you find another powder that works better for you. In the meantime we will leave an in house credit for the product on your account which may be used on a future phone order. We will note your experience with the product with Paula. Please contact customer care with any questions, we are happy to help.

I've been using PC products for years and really love this powder. However, the lightest color is just a bit too dark for my skin (I use it over All Bases Covered in Sand) It would be great to have slightly lighter color available. Customer Care Response: Thank you for your review. We will certainly pass along your comments and feedback about the color to Paula! Please contact customer care with any questions.

At first when I tried this I wasn't sure,but then I realized I was putting more than I needed on. I tried just whisping it lightly on w/a brush,and I loved it. You just need a little. Not applied like loose powder. Plus gives a nice healthy bronzy look.

I purchased the tan color which is just too one-dimensional and muddy looking on the face. Don't like it at all. Customer Care Response: Thank you for your comments. We will be sure to share your feedback with Paula and her Product Development Manager. They do take customer feedback seriously. In the meantime we will issue you an in house credit for this product. Please contact customer care with any questions or concerns.

I never write reviews but I must respond to those who say the coverage is too light. I'm 57 years old and have lots of discoloration due to years of sun bathing. I've used this powder for years and it covers everything for me, but not with a brush. I have always used a powder puff (buy at drugstore or discount store in packages of 3) I never store the puff in the powder and I replace them every so often. This gives me FULL coverage. I also use a lighter shade of this powder for around my eyes (I do use Paula's eyeshadow brush to apply around eyes). The shadow brush does give a much lighter coverage but is perfect for highlighting around the eyes. So you girls that need a heavier coverage, try the puffs.

The powder is chalky and makes my dry skin look worse. Color is also too pink for my skin tone. Customer Care Response: Thank you for your review. We will certainly pass along your comments and feedback about the texture and color to Paula! Feel free to check out other powder options at: www.beautypedia.com. In the meantime we have left the purchase price of this product on your account to be used on a future phone order. Please contact customer care with any questions.

I use Neutral over my foundation for my light/med skintone and Heathy Tan for that touch of bronzer. The coverage is just right; not too sheer or too heavy & makes my skin glow without shimmer! Doesn't dry out my skin like mineral powders. Travel friendly like a loose powder without the mess, plus it has sunscreen! What's not to love?

I already reviewed (5 rating because I LOVE it) but want to add in assistance to some reviewers that had problems with cakiness and difficulty lifting the powder from the compact to their brush. THIS IS A FINELY MILLED, VERY SOLID POWDER (which is a plus!), so rather than brush your make up brush across the powder in broad strokes, use a little more pressure and smaller swipes to get powder on the brush.Following that, do the same on your face: press and swipe it onto your face with the brush and then afterwards add a bit more and brush to blend. It's quick, easy, and the results are, for me, a perfect, airbrushed look... Try my technique, it may work for you, too and you'll love the results. ;)

With normal to oily skin I have always hated foundation. I love mineral makeup but want something even lighter in the summer. This powder is perfect for me. I use Paula's sunscreen spf 30 on my neck area but it is too heavy for my face so I apply the powder to my face with a brush. I also bought a thin compact sponge when I want to carry it in my purse or travel. I just press the powder into my skin. I would love to see 30 spf but am happy to have this because it is so lightweight. I shop around for skin products but I always return and buy from Paula. The ingredients and prices are just too good. Thanks!!

I love this powder, and have used it for going on 4 years now. It like the texture and the lack on heavy, cakey finish. It gives a great matte effect, and goes along way to keep my forehead and nose area from appearing shiney. The only reason I'm not giving the full 5 stars is because I'm disappointed in the color selection. I have really pale skin thanks to my religious application of Paula's choice SPF products, and in certain light this powder looks like it is too dark for me. I wish Paula spent more time improving on the products she has already released than coming up with new ones.

I don't wear foundation and I'm kinda off and on with using mineral powder, but recently I felt like I could use some concealer under my eyes. With my oily skin, I knew liquid would probably not work, so I decided to try this. Amazing! Dark circles gone and I end up looking so even, and finished.. it's hard to describe. I feel camera ready. :) This is light coverage, though, and does not cover redness. I don't know how it does it, but I love this light finishing powder. -And my skin feel lovely the whole time I'm wearing it. Very happy!!

I have used powder since age 13 (now 46), and I cn tell you this outperforms even Guerlain Meteorites. Coverage is not cakey and does not cake even after a long day, even around the crease of my nose! This is nothimg short of amazing and has SPF coverage too. I will use it forever, and a single cake lasts a long time even with liberal use.

I use this in Healthy Tan to add contour to my face. I apply it with a contour brush (discontinued from PC) below my cheek bones. The colour is very natural and can be used for a summer kissed look as well. I've used it for years and couldn't imagine using anything else.

I love that I can put this powder on mid-day to refresh my sun protection. I find this powder to have excellent coverage. Sometimes when I am in a rush I just apply over my moisturizer and when applied with a sponge applicator, it has a nice coverage like a powder foundation. It would be nice if this came in a loose powder as well, for applying with a brush, since it is a little more difficult to apply that way.

I liked this pressed power a lot but found that there was not enough colour choices. I ended up buying two colours and even blending was not very natural looking so until there are more colour choices i have had to revert back to my old products.