I usually have a hard time finding powders. First of all my skin is extremely pale, and even the lightest of most powders are too dark. I also have combination skin that happens to be sensitive on top of that. I was so glad I found Studio Gear's pressed powder at Ulta. The light powder was perfect for my skin tone, but it also worked well on my sister, who is a few shades darker than I am. It goes on completely smooth, and it's not obvious that you're wearing powder. It lasts a long time, but I have found that on hot days I need to reapply it. It works especially well with Studio Gear's #10 brush. It does contain talc, which I usually avoid, but my face doesn't feel itchy or turn red, so I don't mind too much. It's worth paying the $23 for this powder.