Only reason this isn't getting 5 stars is because the applicator sponge is TERRIBLE! Other than that I looooove this product for my extra greasy skin. A few dabs definitely goes a long way with this pressed powder. I typically dab it on right after my foundation and I stay grease-free for hours. Thanks MAC! :)

Best on Movie & Photo Sets...

As a Makeup Artist you allways have to touch up on sets of Photoshootings or Movie Productions, but to go there with a loose Powder is the worst idea you could have. The loose Powder will fly on and also into the teniqual equipment and I promiss you will never get booked again. And this is why Blot Powder from MAC is one of the most important items in my set-kit. It will matte the parts you won´t have shine without flying all over the place. Also it will stay on quite long. Highly recommended!

a little of it can matte your face well, good for oily skin!

The MAC Blot Powder does reduce my shininess and oiliness and I think my makeup last better and my Mineralized Skinfinish Natural work better with this powder. This combination gave me a natural glow with reduced shine.You definitely don't need much and currently I don't wear it as much as before. I used to dust it like crazy before when it's actually not necessary, but I learned now.

Generally, I think my skin is less oily than it used to be, even in the summer or when I'm back in Ampang's hot tropical climate *generally my skin improved with age, lol*. I still use this but more sparingly and really that's enough.

I have not got any bad reaction from this and I trust this product. Though this product is a simple science of being heavy with MICA and SILICA which absorbed the oil, as MAC has clearly claimed. So those who obviously have problem with these ingredients, just stay away or use it to your own risk.
When I had issue with flaky dry skin I would avoid using this or just use this on tip of my nose *because oily nose tip is never flattering* as I think it's unnecessary. I wouldn't say this powder worsen it though.

One thing I notice, when comparing Medium Dark Blot Powder with the one from Mineralized Skinfinish Natural, it's lighter in shade. So it does not really matches my skin tone and I'm annoyed as it does give off a bit of ashyness after I got the 'perfect' second skin look with my Mineralized Skinfinish Natural. Nevertheless, it is light in texture so it doesn't affect much. Probably if I get my exact shade it looks better? or better, if it's a translucent instead.

The compact is fine, come with a mirror and the price is MAC standard, £20.00.
It last long as you don't need to use much so it's worth the spend.
Overall I am satisfied with this product but I'm not sure if I want to repurchase it. I would like to try a real translucent powder since I notice the issue *the only one* I had with this.
So I will try MAC Prep + Prime Transparent Finishing Powder as that claim to mattify as well.

a little of it can matte your face well, good for oily skin!

The MAC Blot Powder does reduce my shininess and oiliness and I think my makeup last better and my Mineralized Skinfinish Natural work better with this powder. This combination gave me a natural glow with reduced shine.You definitely don't need much and currently I don't wear it as much as before. I used to dust it like crazy before when it's actually not necessary, but I learned now.

Generally, I think my skin is less oily than it used to be, even in the summer or when I'm back in Ampang's hot tropical climate *generally my skin improved with age, lol*. I still use this but more sparingly and really that's enough.

I have not got any bad reaction from this and I trust this product. Though this product is a simple science of being heavy with MICA and SILICA which absorbed the oil, as MAC has clearly claimed. So those who obviously have problem with these ingredients, just stay away or use it to your own risk.
When I had issue with flaky dry skin I would avoid using this or just use this on tip of my nose *because oily nose tip is never flattering* as I think it's unnecessary. I wouldn't say this powder worsen it though.

One thing I notice, when comparing Medium Dark Blot Powder with the one from Mineralized Skinfinish Natural, it's lighter in shade. So it does not really matches my skin tone and I'm annoyed as it does give off a bit of ashyness after I got the 'perfect' second skin look with my Mineralized Skinfinish Natural. Nevertheless, it is light in texture so it doesn't affect much. Probably if I get my exact shade it looks better? or better, if it's a translucent instead.

The compact is fine, come with a mirror and the price is MAC standard, £20.00.
It last long as you don't need to use much so it's worth the spend.
Overall I am satisfied with this product but I'm not sure if I want to repurchase it. I would like to try a real translucent powder since I notice the issue *the only one* I had with this.
So I will try MAC Prep + Prime Transparent Finishing Powder as that claim to mattify as well.

Mac blotting powder is a must have in my makeup collection. This is a product that goes with me everywhere I go to help with my sometime oily T-zone. I usually blot the oil off first with a blotting tissue or napkin then I will take the powder puff press it into my skin then take a small powder brush to make sure I won’t have that cakey look to my skin and to make sure it’s blended out. When I apply the product it does not move or take my makeup off and it usually keeps my face oil free for a couple of hours before I will need to apply again. I usually purchase one to two of these blotting powders a year so they last me a long time so I don’t have a problem paying the $23.00 price tag.

This product does exactly what it says it will do! This is a must have for combo to oily skin. This is also great for a pro artist to reduce shine in the T-zone area on a client. Ve Neil used this in the T-zone on the character Katniss in the movie Hunger Games.

Use this OVER studioFix fluid

having oily skin, omg this is amazing for my T-zone!!!! especialy in pics too! People seem to have this idea that they should use Studio Fix powder over the fluiD! BUt the powder is also a foundation! so really your just doubling your foundation x 2!! cause they are both full coverage! This powder is great as it does not add any extra colour to my face :D it just maintains my NC42 colour :)

Great for the camera.

Love this product for my kit or for myself if I know I'm having photos taken. It has a nice natural-matte finish, use a soft fluffy brush and it goes on lightly, doesn't have a cakey finish. Only thing is compared to some powders, I do go through it quite quickly.

Blot Away!

I bought this cause I was looking for something to set my Estee Lauder Double Wear Foundation. It does work. I just have to apply it in a certain way so it doesn't make my face cakey. XD

It works great to remove excess oils but then, after a few minutes, i feel like i have to apply again. I'm not sure whether its making my face oilier or what!

use a brush instead of the sponge it comes with it. It has no use! XD

really works!!

Since I live in a VERY humid place & have oily skin, I have always been looking for THE powder. This is just perfect! After applying my tinted mosturizer & Studio fix powder foundation in the morning, I would use this during the middle of the day & I'm set! Love, love, love!!!!