Friday 2 March 2012

CHANEL Poudre Universelle Libre AKA Natural Finish Loose Powder

Chanel Poudre Universelle Libre in '20 Clair- Translucent 1', £30 for 30g.


Poudre Universelle Libre is the finest loose powder I've ever used, the grains are so slight that they are like dust to the touch and therefore blend really well on top of foundation to set it.

The shade I use '20 Clair' which is toneless, it's perfect as it doesn't add or change the colour of foundation it is is being laid on top off.


This powder does a good job and the product is of great quality. I've found that the less you use, the more effective and better it is, adding too much can create that really over-powdered look that is just too matte and unnatural. I also found that using lots of this on top of foundation does seem to dry my skin slightly, a problem that didn't occur with my previous Bare Minerals foundation powder (review on this and other Bare Minerals products to come)
The finish is a matte satin finish on my skin. It keeps my face shine free throughout the day, except on my T-Zone area which does need touching up after a few hours, particularly on my nose!

The amount in the tub is a whopping 30g which is a definate positive! It's pretty good value for money, and like I said, the smallest amount is needed to set makeup. Of course the downside to this large amount is it isn't the most portable of items, it would be bulky to carry around in a handbag and is awkward to travel with, but that factor can be overseen when I see those double C's looking back at me!
Aside from it's bulkiness, the packaging is functional with a screw top lid and plastic grate that controls the amount of product you tap through to use. The lid is so large you can use this to hold the powder in whilst swirling it on the brush before applying it to the face.

Overall I'd rate this product because it is good quality and is a fantastic loose, translucent powder. However, I have used other powders that keep a matte finish to my skin for longer and that can be layered without looking too powdery, unlike this one. I am pleased that this product will last me a long while, you get such a large amount of product, yet need to use so little on a daily basis.



Do you use this? What other loose powders would you recommend?

6 comments:

  1. This is my setting powder of choice :) have had it about a year and it shows no signs of being empty yet - very good value! xxx

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  2. I've almost bought this so many times and I still really want it but the thought of the over powdered look keeps putting me off and as you say, its not the best for on the go touch ups. Its Chanel though, its bound to work its way into my life sooner or later.
    xo

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  3. I have been thinking of getting this of Laura Mercier translucent setting powder. Which would you recommend?

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    1. If I'm honest I've not tried the Laura Mercier one, but I have heard amazing things about it, the Smashbox one looks nice too. If you purchase the LM one, let me know what you think! Xx

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  4. Hmmm. I will let you know! I have been leaning towards this one more, even though I believe it is more expensive.

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  5. Great review, would love to try this powder! x

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