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Almost Powder Makeup Broad Spectrum SPF 18 Foundation

Clinique

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Details & care

What it is: A natural, mineral-enriched powder makeup that's long-wearing and protects skin with SPF.

What it does: The powder is so lightweight, you'll never even feel it. It's so foolproof, you can apply the powder with a sponge, a brush—and almost with your eyes closed. The long-wearing formula helps keep pores out of trouble and features SPF 18 to protect skin.
How to use: Apply powder using a sponge or a brush to get a fresh, natural look.

- 0.36 oz.
- 100% fragrance-free; paraben-free; phthalate-free
- Allergy tested

  • Item #5836147
  • Core Product ID 333335LK6F

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Based on Clinique's research that allergies contribute to skin aging, every Clinique product is allergy tested 7,200 times and formulated to be completely fragrance-free. Eye makeup is ophthalmologist tested. Lipsticks have the added benefit of including moisturizers. And foundations lessen fine lines and wrinkles while improving uneven skin tone and redness.

Reviews

(223)2234.2 out of 5
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Most helpful positive review

June 16, 2021

THE BEST POWDER MAKEUP EVER!

I have been wearing Clinique make-up since high school. I am now 56 yrs old. I love their products. Have worn this make-up since it came out years ago and it is always perfect. I hate to wear anything on my face but this powder goes on so quickly and evenly and makes my skin look flawless. It never cakes or feels heavy or gooey. It actually gets better as the day goes by! I hope Clinique keeps this line forever! LOVE it!
LBbythesea
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Most helpful critical review

June 6, 2022

Terrible packaging

When I first tried to use this, I could not open the compact. Nor could my husband. I kept working at it and finally - voila! - I thought I would be able to use the makeup. However, when I used both hands to leverage the top, the compact flew out of my hands and the makeup cracked into almost soft powder. I scraped what I could back into the compact. If it had actually become soft powder, I might have been able to use it, but as it is, no. The sponge cannot be wiped over it, since there is no smooth surface. What a waste of money! I assume my purchase was not an anomaly, so I will never buy it again and would suggest that others avoid it, as well.
wgw1
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June 16, 2021

THE BEST POWDER MAKEUP EVER!

I have been wearing Clinique make-up since high school. I am now 56 yrs old. I love their products. Have worn this make-up since it came out years ago and it is always perfect. I hate to wear anything on my face but this powder goes on so quickly and evenly and makes my skin look flawless. It never cakes or feels heavy or gooey. It actually gets better as the day goes by! I hope Clinique keeps this line forever! LOVE it!
Verified purchase
LBbythesea
Color:
Light
11found this helpful
Feb 25, 2020Incentivized review

For younger skin

The shade was very light as was the coverage not what I thought
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Tgirl66
4found this helpful
June 6, 2022

Terrible packaging

When I first tried to use this, I could not open the compact. Nor could my husband. I kept working at it and finally - voila! - I thought I would be able to use the makeup. However, when I used both hands to leverage the top, the compact flew out of my hands and the makeup cracked into almost soft powder. I scraped what I could back into the compact. If it had actually become soft powder, I might have been able to use it, but as it is, no. The sponge cannot be wiped over it, since there is no smooth surface. What a waste of money! I assume my purchase was not an anomaly, so I will never buy it again and would suggest that others avoid it, as well.
Verified purchase
wgw1
3found this helpful
Jan 21, 2024

I highly recommend this product.

I have used this product for years. I can quickly cover up my red nose before I go out and not have to do a whole foundation or even creamy application. I just powder the nose quickly and kinda rub it in. And, the color doesn't change on your face after like some products.
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SammyLight
2found this helpful
Mar 27, 2022

It might be better for younger skin

I use Dior and wanted to try this one. It’s ok as a product but not for me. It has a tendency to exaggerate my 50 year old face wrinkles and I’m not ecstatic about that but I’ll lightly use it until it’s gone as an extra sunblock
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Kwyskiel
2found this helpful
May 18, 2023

Covers well

It’s sheer enough to not look caked but covers well
Verified purchase
Sjd66
Size purchased:
Compact
Color:
Fair
1found this helpful
Aug 23, 2021

Functionality and Economic

I continue my quest for an SPF face coverage to not only top off my spf lotion applied each morning but to also cover my facial shine and spots. I have tried Shiseido cream, Chanel powder, Bobbie Brown powder and this Clinique is the right amount of coverage. (though only spf 18) I thought I was too grown up for Clinique but this broad spectrum beige (cover is a mirror, also), is a low-cost basic I am pleased with.
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PalomaPaula
1found this helpful
July 10, 2020Incentivized review

Great coverage with a light feeling

Wonderful pressed powder! I changed from using Neutrogena Minerals to this powder since I was looking for something with more coverage and even appearance. This pressed powder is easy to apply and has great coverage. It is not greasy or cake-like and does not seem to sit in wrinkles after a few hours. The color was perfect and the powder formula feels light and clean, and is also unscented.
bem503
1found this helpful
Mar 10, 2025

Love This Powder Compact

Love this powdered “foundation”. Have used this for years and am so pleased it hasn’t been discontinued, as so many other products. This is a light but effective coverage powder, yet is not drying. It is moisturizing and seems to cover most things I’d rather not advertise. I have a darker shade for summer tan skin, but needed a lighter one for winter. Sponge applicator is a little heavier but I’m currently using a brush.
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DbySea
Color:
04 Neutral
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July 9, 2024

Love this product

Love this product as it's unfortunately way too hard to find pressed powder foundations with SPF! Beyond that I find this very buildable, easy to apply just a little or build to solid medium coverage if you want. Neutral Fair shade matches me very well even though I'm probably on the darker side of people who use it. I do sympathize with people wishing for darker shades beyond what is offered, but given that SPF ingredients have a white cast there is probably a limit to what is achievable in the formula. Please never discontinue!
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Julia
June 9, 2024

Not enough shades for medium/deep tones

I tried this powder but was unablevto find a warm medium/deep shade to match my golden toned skin. (In the other line I use Ginger or Golden). The Deep almost powder left my skin looking ashy and awful. I had to give it away. Please introduce more shades for persons of colour with yellow undertones. You used to do better!
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clinique.com response
Thank you for taking the time to reach out to us. We appreciate your loyalty and never intend to disappoint. Even though Almost Powder Makeup SPF 18 offers a limited shade selection, the Beyond Perfecting Powder Foundation + Concealer or the Stay Matte Sheer Pressed Powder formulas may have better shade options for you. Our online Consultants are standing by to help with application tips, shade selection advice, and alternate recommendations. Visit a US Clinique Consultant here: https://clnq.co/AskClinique.
GK
June 4, 2024

TRYING TO GO CLEAN

I absolutely love this foundation and I want to give it 10 stars and tell everyone to buy it!! HOWEVER, I sadly no longer use it because I am trying to be more health conscious and am giving up using talc. I miss this foundation so much. I hate liquids, but I am having to use a liquid foundation because I am a loyal Clinique customer for 35+ years and Clinique does not make a powder foundation that is talc-free. PLEASE Clinique, consider a talc-free powder for us gals that like to use powder over liquids.
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clinique.com response
Your comments are important, and we want to connect you with the right team. If you would like further assistance, please reach out to our Consumer Care team at 1-866-707-2100 to share your concerns.
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