Ultra Powder Foundation

Merle Norman

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4.4

240 reviews
83%
would repurchase
3.7/5
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Mica, Talc, Dimethicone, Nylon-12, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77489, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), Methicone, Tocopheryl Linoleate, Imidazolidinyl Urea, Ethylparaben, Methylparaben, Proplyparaben, Fragrance (Parfum) 101905.

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    2.0
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    gina2328

    15 years ago

    I was expecting great things from this foundation based on the reviews. First off, the coverage for me was more like sheer to medium, more like sheer, like a powder, not really a foundation. I...

    About reviewer (95 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium

    HairBrunette

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    saku88

    15 years ago

    I love this product. It didnt make me break out at all!! i feel like it actually cleared up my face a little bit. Would def. repurchase. I have one concern though. I was matched upto Ultra Golden,...

    About reviewer (10 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair-Medium

    HairBrunette

    EyesGreen

    5.0
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    LauraJean396

    15 years ago

    This is HANDS DOWN my favorite powder EVER! I have bought this item countless times. It is actually the only product I repurchase at Merle Norman over and over again. I try many things, but none...

    About reviewer (182 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Medium, Neutral

    HairBrunette, Straight, Fine

    EyesBrown

    4.0
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    stefdo

    15 years ago

    I do not consider myself very loyal to any one particular cosmetic company, but this is one of those products which I must always have. I have oily skin, live in an area with very high humidity,...

    About reviewer (42 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinSensitive, Fair, Not Sure

    HairBlond, Other, Other

    EyesBlue

    4.0
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    currypuff

    15 years ago

    I really wanted to like this, but as other reviewers said, the ingredients scared me... mica as the first ingredient, yikes! I got neutral shade, with help from the sales lady. I found the...

    About reviewer (1 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination

    HairBrown

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    Carlita22

    15 years ago

    I tried this based on the great reviews here, and now I am hooked. I have oily, acne prone skin with large pores, lots of redness, and some indented/pock acne marks on my cheeks. This is great at...

    About reviewer (33 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinOily, Fair-Medium

    HairBrown

    EyesHazel

    5.0
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    fashionista_ae

    15 years ago

    For anyone who has not tried Merle Norman makeup, I strongly encourage you to do so! This is not your "grandma's makeup line" anymore! Their products are modern and wearable. This powder foundation...

    About reviewer (108 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinOily, Fair, Warm

    HairBrunette, Wavy, Medium

    EyesHazel

    5.0
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    Sheeep

    15 years ago

    Great, great, great foundation. With a bit of moisturizer and primer, the foundation applies very well. Using a sponge, the coverage is good, too, and is buildable without getting cakey . . . you...

    About reviewer (3 reviews)

    AgeUnder 18

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair-Medium

    HairBlack

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    AlwysNSrch

    15 years ago

    I have no problem with the packaging as it keeps the sponge away from the product itself. I love the "smoothness" that this product creates. I apply this over MN lasting foundation. I use a...

    About reviewer (42 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinCombination

    HairBlond

    EyesHazel

    3.0
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    jawbreaker

    15 years ago

    This is a great product unless you are prone to breakouts or clogged pores. It provides great coverage that lasts but 1) I do not like the smell, 2) it has little shimmers in it that regardless of...

    About reviewer (167 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinOther, Fair, Not Sure

    HairBrunette, Other, Other

    EyesGreen

    5.0
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    jmk244

    15 years ago

    This is my HG foundation. I first bought this after all the great reviews on MUA-I believe its one on the highest rated foundations. I was really surprised to learn there was even a store close to...

    About reviewer (5 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair

    HairBrunette

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    pattyshine

    15 years ago

    This is one of those wonderful foundations that you put on when you are tired and do not want to choose. It always works, summer and winter, I can wear buff and neutral and look like I spent a...

    About reviewer (85 reviews)

    Age56 & Over

    SkinDry, Fair

    HairBrown

    EyesHazel

    4.0
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    Susan425

    15 years ago

    I bought this foundation after reading the great reviews, liked it a lot, but hated the packaging. I currently have 4 powder foundations, Lancome Dual Finish, MAC studio Fix, Merle Norman and MUFE...

    About reviewer (64 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinDry, Other

    HairBrunette

    EyesBlue

    3.0
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    jenafur3223

    16 years ago

    I read the glowing reviews on this and I hate to be the debbie downer here, but I was disappointed with this makeup. During the summer when my skin is the oiliest I purchased it, and it seemed to...

    About reviewer (70 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinOily, Fair-Medium

    HairBrunette

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    weeks919

    16 years ago

    This may be winning me over from Lancome's dual finish. I use this in Ultra Cameo and it looked flawless on my pale skin. I was impressed the first time and its not dissapointing me at all....even...

    About reviewer (135 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair

    HairBlond

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    Honey52341

    16 years ago

    This is a great powder foundation. It gives great coverage with a very light feel. It can be worn with liquid foundation or by itself. I am pleased to say that Merle Norman is in the process of...

    About reviewer (3 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinOily, Fair-Medium

    HairRed

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    churman

    16 years ago

    excellent product; I liked the pressed mineral powder better than the loose powders. Coverage is great and lasts all day. Use with tinted moisturizer for a more finished look. Overall, would...

    About reviewer (1 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinDry, Fair

    HairBlack

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    poeticsinger

    16 years ago

    This is positively Heavenly foundation. OK, I really loved LaPrairie foundation but let's face it, at $75, I had to keep searching. This foundation is MARVELOUS. It gives fabulous coverage with a...

    About reviewer (68 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinVery Oily

    HairBrown

    EyesBrown

    4.0
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    tjoniak

    16 years ago

    I have been using this product for about six months, and have been very happy with it. I like the look of it on my skin, the ease of application, and how it makes my skin look matte, but not...

    About reviewer (7 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinOther, Other

    HairOther

    EyesOther

    3.0
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    Missy

    16 years ago

    I *HATE* going to Merle Norman. I wish so badly that they sold their products online. I actually have to mentally prepare to walk into the store. I walk in, the door jingles and two associates...

    About reviewer (497 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinSensitive, Fair, Neutral

    HairRed, Wavy, Fine

    EyesGreen

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