Powder compacts are easy to transport and work best for touching up a shiny nose on the go. Just wrap a puff around your fingers and press powder to skin.
The Body Shop Extra Virgin Minerals Compact Foundation SPF15 (HK$259/8.5g) 7/10
This cream-to-powder product is lighter than ordinary cream foundations, leaving the skin feeling soft and unclogged. The handy brush applicator means there can sometimes be a streaking effect on the skin; a soft pat of the fingertips ensures a flawless complexion.
Bobbi Brown Illuminating Finish Powder Compact Foundation (HK$440/13g) 6/10
Clears red blotches, and it lasts all day. It leaves the face silky-smooth, but it's a bit too pricey - you should be able to buy refills.
Diorskin Nude Natural Glow Sculpting Powder Makeup (HK$440/13.5g) 8/10