Light Reflecting™ Setting Powder - Pressed

NARS Light Reflecting™ Setting Powder – Pressed is the compact version of a long-running NARS staple: a translucent powder that holds makeup in place without flattening it. Rather than mattifying everything, it sets foundation under a luminous, dimensional veil, and the brand's Photochromic Technology is designed to stop white cast in photographs. Six shades cover a range of skin tones.

What it actually does

• Sets makeup for the day. NARS positions it as locking the base in place, so foundation and concealer stay where you put them.
• Keeps a luminous finish. The veil it leaves is translucent and dimensional instead of flat and powdery.
• Softens the look of texture. NARS's Light Reflecting™ Complex is formulated to optimise how light bounces off skin, creating a soft-focus effect that optically fades the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and pores.
• Avoids flashback in photos. Photochromic Technology adjusts to changing light sources, which is the brand's answer to the white-cast problem under flash.
• Blends easily and stays lightweight. The pressed format is designed to move across the face without sitting heavy.
• Dermatologist tested and non-acnegenic. NARS states it will not clog pores and that it suits all skin types.

How to use

1. Finish your foundation and concealer first — this is a setting step, not a base.
2. Press the powder on with a puff where you want the most hold: T-zone, under the eyes, around the nose.
3. Sweep a light dusting with a fluffy brush everywhere else so you keep the luminous, dimensional look.
4. Keep the compact in your bag for touch-ups — the pressed format is built for that.

Is it right for you?

Questions

Will it make my skin look matte?

No — it is a luminous-finish setting powder. It holds the base down while leaving a translucent, dimensional veil rather than a flat matte surface.

Does it photograph well with flash?

That is what the Photochromic Technology is for. NARS describes it as diffusing and adapting to new light sources so skin reads correctly both in person and on camera.

Is it safe for breakout-prone skin?

NARS lists it as dermatologist tested, non-acnegenic and suitable for all skin types, and states it will not clog pores.

How many shades are there?

Six, intended to work across all skin tones. If you are unsure which to choose, WhatsApp us and we will help you match it.

Delivery, payment and returns?

Delivery runs 3 to 21 working days, depending on availability. Pay with credit card, debit card, Instapay or mobile wallets — there is no cash on delivery. Returns apply to defective, damaged or expired items only, reported within 1 day of delivery, and approved refunds go to the original payment method within 15–30 days.