Revlon PhotoReady Candid Loose Powder, Banana 4

Ordered from my husband’s account - I really like this setting powder, which when I use it with setting spray really does keep my makeup in place. I’ve even used it with Dermacol, which requires the most industrial strength setting powder going - and it works well. I love the hinged cap that stops any mishaps in your makeup bag and it comes with quite a large lip to avoid spills. It also has enough room for a sponge in the top, of you are so inclined. I did find for the first couple of uses it was quite difficult to get the powder out of the holes, but as you use the product it becomes less of an issue. I have used it mainly with a brush, but using a damp beauty blender (I saw this tip after scouring YouTube tutorials) works so well. I would definitely recommend this powder, it mattifies my skin without sucking all of the moisture out of it. It’s also great under the eyes to stop my mascara and eyeliner travelling and giving me panda eyes!

There was absolutely nothing above the plastic jar with the powder: no sealed package, no brand carton box, even no any kind of the cover lock ensuring that the powder was not opened. This is absolutely unacceptable.Of course, it was immediately sent back.

It does cover those dark circles and makes my face look fresh and light.

I normally buy this from boots or superdrug, however I have brought it a few times off here, im not sure its the real product, when I buy from a shop I dont get any issues with oily skin for the day, with this one it only lasts a few hours. The product doesn't have the seal on it either.

Hard to open

Revlon International Corporation Photoready Candid Anti-Pollution Setting Powder is a nice loose powder which is excellent when used correctly will set your foundation as well as removing or controlling any oily patches on your facial area which is ideal for you as my T-Zone seems to produce more oil or sebum, therefore, making my face look shiny or oily which is a look I would prefer not to have.I would advise you sprinkle a small amount on to the lid of your setting powder. Then using a brush which has a broader and denser brush head, this enables the brush to hold the powder ready for application. When I apply the brush to the powder, use the brush in a circular motion, then progressed by buffing the powder onto my facial area, this provides a nice even application.This is an excellent setting powder when used correctly especially when applied straight after foundation or similar base this provides a very nice smooth base ready for the further cosmetics I need to finish applying further cosmetics.A good product, happy to recommend.

The powder I received I can't and won't use as it has no hygienic seal at all. Ok, I can understand no carton box (reducing waste, etc.), but why there is nothing to make sure the lid can't be open by anyone else but the receiver? Honestly, how you can put on your face some powder when there's no guarantee no one used it before or could just stick finger in it? I would never buy unsealed cosmetic, creams etc. for hygienic reasons. I could see from other reviews and photos, that I'm not the only one to receive unsealed package... I unscrewed the lid and the first thing I noticed is that applicator is missing, no sponge, although, there is obvious space for a sponge... I have plenty of brushes at home, however, I would expect face powder to have an applicator!I actually had big expectation regarding this product as I've bought and used a couple of Revlon PhotoReady pressed powder. Brilliant products, actually. Can't complain about anything. And all Revlon pressed powders I bought in the past did have a tiny secure sealant and an applicator.

This is a very traditional setting powder, with a chalky texture and no discernible scent. It came without a puff or other applicator, so I used a large brush. It went everywhere, of course - this is also traditional with loose powder! Cover your clothes before powdering. It creates an absolutely matte finish. I'm somewhat dubious about its 'anti-pollution' properties, but any makeup provides a barrier. More to the point, this is great for countering any unwanted shine. Using a small powder puff to pat it on as needed, you can re-apply it to a 'glowing' nose or forehead when things get a bit warm.I do think £9.99 is quite a lot for this amount of powder, but it provides very good coverage.