The Laura Mercier Candleglow Sheer Perfecting Powder — Shade 06 is a high-performance finishing powder designed to replicate the soft, flattering glow of candlelight. Unlike traditional powders that can leave deep complexions looking or flat, this formula uses light-diffusing pigments to create a blurred, radiant finish that looks like real skin.

Shade 06 is the deepest in the range, crafted specifically for medium-deep to deep skin tones. It provides a sheer wash of color that brightens without adding heavy opacity, making it a favorite for those who want their makeup to look "set" but still hydrated and youthful.

Key Benefits

• Soft-Focus Blurring: Infused with light-diffusing particles that act like a real-life filter, visually smoothing over pores and fine lines.

• Non-Drying Comfort: While many setting powders can feel tight, this talc-free formula maintains the skin's moisture balance, preventing it from looking "cakey" or settling into dry patches.

• True-to-Skin Color: Specially formulated for deeper tones to ensure the powder disappears into the skin, leaving only a sheer, perfected finish.

Key Features

• Style: Illuminating finishing and setting powder.

• Formula: Ultra-finely milled, oil-free, and talc-free.

• Coverage: Sheer and buildable.

• Best For: All skin types, particularly dry, mature, or sensitive skin that needs a non-matte finish.

How to Use

• For a Sheer Veil: Use a soft, fluffy brush (like the Finishing Brush) to lightly dust the powder over the entire face. This sets your foundation while keeping the finish luminous.

• To Perfect Texture: Use a denser brush to buff the powder into specific areas where you have visible pores or fine lines. The buffing action helps the light-diffusing particles "grip" and blur more effectively.

• As a Bronzer: If you have a lighter skin tone, Shade 06 can be used as a soft, luminous bronzer to add a sheer wash of warmth to the cheekbones and forehead.

Why You’ll Love It

It’s the ultimate "skin-perfector" for people who hate the look of heavy powder. It manages to control excess shine and prolong the wear of your foundation without taking away the natural dimensions of your face. It keeps your makeup looking "perfectly beat" and polished, while still letting your skin’s natural luminosity shine through.