
Clinique Universal Stay Matte Blotting Powder
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If you are not big on powder but hate shine, this could be the perfect product for you. The Clinique Universal Stay Matte Blotting Powder is an invisible blotting powder with a matte finish that has been formulated to take down shine and impart skin with a natural looking perfected finish.

Clinique Universal Stay Matte Blotting Powder Features
- Ultra-fine lightweight formula
- Uses oil-absorbing ingredients
- Optical diffusers minimise the appearance of fine lines and pores
- Extends wear time of makeup
- ‘Slurry’ technology allows the even distribution of uniformly sized spherical particles
- Leaves a soft feel on the skin
- Lightweight, comfortable texture
- Translucent finish allows multiple touch ups without cakiness
- Universal shade for all skin tones
- Can be applied under or over foundation
- Under foundation to prime oily skin
- Can be applied to bare skin to minimise oil
You can use the sponge in the compact to lightly dab on, or a brush which personally I prefer. The sponge will be great for on the go.
Clinique Universal Stay Matte Blotting Powder Swatch

As you can see, it’s a super light, almost invisible texture and finish. Just great for taking away shine without dulling radiance.
Clinique Universal Stay Matte Blotting Powder is £26 and launches 8th April 2016. If you are looking for something similar in the meantime, Daniel Sandler does a good blotting powder too. UPDATE! now released and available to order online HERE in the UK and HERE in the US
Ree
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I think I need this for summer. Does it leave a white cast on the face?
No it is pretty invisible x
I’m pretty sure “slurry” is what is fed to pigs!! Aside from that this powder sounds like an oily skinned ladies dream 🙂