LANEIGE Neo Blurring Powder: Korean Oil-Control Compact with Pore Blurring, Smoothing Finish & Travel-Friendly, No-Spill Packaging

Mrs K here: after a lot of back and forth with myself I decided to try this Laneige powder. During the Chicago winters I don't use much powder (52 year old, very dry, post menopausal skin) apart from an afternoon touch up on my nose. In every other month my skin goes full combination (yet remains dry, with all sorts of challenges). I do use powder to set my BB cream, and I've tried so many. This is a really exceptional powder. While I think the sort of Sputnik 60s retro/futuristic compact is almost too much, it's cute, and would look cute on a vanity, if that's your thing. I don't really care about the look of it. The silicone "mesh" inside the compact is pretty slick; the included powder puff is as soft as a kitten's fuzz, and again, secondary to the product itself, though quite nice. The powder is very, very finely milled, and whether applied with the puff, a mini triangle or a brush, only a tiny bit is needed to set your look or to touch up, and it vanishes into the skin. It absorbs excess oils and leaves my skin feeling like actual silk. It lasts for what seems like forever (I went to the gym and did a lot of cooking and other active stuff on a hot day, and I wasn't shiny when I got home, neither did my skin look flat or one-dimensional). Because so little powder is required to buff my skin I expect it to last for months and months; it's not irritating or drying, and I can't believe that I could love a powder at this age, but I do. It also gives that desired airbrushed effect; I feel like I'm walking around in good lighting. Just a really delightful and pleasant product that does what it claims to do, and very well. I recommend it highly.

The Laneige Neo Blurring Powder is a terrific new product. I was initially hesitant because my skin is super fair, I don’t wear a lot of makeup, and I recently entered the over 60 realm. But their lip sleeping mask has long been part of my evening ritual—I actually can’t fall asleep if I’m not wearing it, so I wanted to give this a try. My experience with this blurring powder has been equally iconic. I have tried similar products that left my skin pasty and sticky, but this one goes on like magic. Laneige provides VERY detailed instructions for its use and care. The puff is huge—expanding even further when you pop it open. The surface is covered with a sticker explaining everything about the use; it can also be reapplied to help keep the surface clean. The surface covering the powder has tiny slits in alternating directions; you have to gently press the puff into it to release very small amounts of the powder. You don’t need much but can add coverage as needed. And it definitely does what it claims—it works subtly to blur pores and has a matte finish that looks great all day. I have never used a powder that works so well that it needed no additional application—my shiny t zone remained under control until I washed my face in the evening. The instructions specifically state that the rubbery surface has to be kept clean, I suppose so the slits don’t become clogged. As I wrote earlier, the instruction sticker really helps with this. The case itself is excellent; the hard plastic top opens with a mirror and the puff, then another plastic layer separates that from the powder. The case itself is very sturdy, so you can easily toss it in your bag and not worry about it breaking or spilling. My one issue is probably unavoidable. Because you apply this over moisturizer, base, or foundation, the puff picks up some of that color which is very noticeable after even the first use. I imagine that while the compact itself is low maintenance, the puff is going to require more cleaning than your typical brush. The Laneige Neo Blurring powder at $25 is not inexpensive, but it works well and seems to have a gracious amount of product. Its delivery time on Amazon is now listed at one to three weeks so I imagine other users are spreading the word! PS I just washed the puff with a little face soap and cool water. The makeup washed right off and it dried quickly, almost good as new.

Missing one star because the distribution of the product is not ideal. When you press down the puff, you get barely any product. But if you slightly lift it, it goes everywhere! I think I've gotten more on my clothes/hands than actual face. Once you do manage to get some on the puff, it actually does blot and give you a matte finish. I just really hope they figure out a different packaging solution!

I’m 52 with mature skin, so powders can be tricky for me. Too many either emphasize texture or settle right into fine lines and wrinkles. This one absolutely does not do that. I’ve used Hince powders for years and really like them, but I decided to try this Laneige Neo Blurring Powder—and I’m genuinely impressed. It gives a beautiful, soft-focus finish that smooths the skin without looking dry, heavy, or cakey. What I love most is that it does not crease or settle into wrinkles, even after wearing it for hours. My skin still looks natural and smooth, not flat or overly matte. It controls shine nicely while keeping the skin looking healthy. I also appreciate how versatile it is. I can wear it alone on bare skin for a polished, blurred look, or apply it over makeup without disturbing what’s underneath. No patchiness, no lifting, no weird texture issues. The compact is sleek and travel-friendly, and the powder itself feels finely milled and lightweight. It’s one of those products that just quietly works—and those are often the best ones. I’m certainly not disappointed with this purchase and can easily see it becoming a staple in my routine. Highly recommend, especially if you want a blurring powder that actually plays well with mature skin.

Amazing product, very happy!

This is a bit of a splurge for me, but I like the powder it does not increase. Wrinkles gives me a bit of a mat. It is quite white, but as I’m very pale, it’s fine. packaging is all high-quality. The puff that comes with. It is actually really nice. Also, I use a brush myself.

It instantly smoothened my skin and looked brighter.

The product is received open. No plastic seal

Works well. Blurs and takes down shine. Easy to use. Dispenses just the right amount of. Will buy again