Clinique Stay-Matte Sheer Pressed Powder for Oily Skin — Stay Neutral, Lightweight Oil-Free Matte Compact

Clinique Stay-Matte Sheer Pressed Powder is a lightweight, oil-free compact that provides sheer, matte coverage and helps control shine throughout the day.

Designed for oily skin and combination zones, this pressed powder from Clinique gives a barely-there finish that blurs shine without cake or heavy build. The ultra-sheer texture allows you to refresh makeup or mattify skin quickly, whether you need a full-face sweep or targeted touch-ups on the T-zone and cheeks. The compact includes a sponge applicator for quick application on the move.

How does this powder keep skin looking matte without looking cakey?

The formula is oil-free and finely milled, so it adheres lightly to skin to absorb excess oil rather than layering on pigment. That creates a soft, natural matte finish instead of a heavy mask. Because coverage is sheer, it blends smoothly over foundation or bare skin.

• Ultra-sheer, finely milled powder for natural finish
• Absorbs surface oil without thick buildup
• Works over makeup or on bare skin for subtle mattifying

When and where should I use the Stay-Matte compact?

The compact is built for convenient, frequent use—carry it for midday touch-ups, post-workouts, or anytime shine appears. Use it sparingly on oily zones or sweep lightly across the whole face to set foundation and reduce sheen. The slim case and sponge make it travel-friendly.

• Perfect for quick midday or travel touch-ups
• Use on T-zone, cheeks, or all-over to set makeup
• Slim compact fits easily in handbag or pocket

Will it work with my other skincare and makeup products?

Yes—the powder is designed to layer well over moisturizers, primers, BB creams, and liquid or cream foundations without pill-ing. Because it’s 100% fragrance-free and non-acnegenic, it integrates into most routines without adding irritation or unwanted scent. Apply lightly to avoid affecting color payoff of foundations.

• Compatible with creams, liquids, and powders
• Fragrance-free and non-acnegenic for sensitive routines
• Use a light hand to preserve underlying color and finish

How do I pick the right shade and how much should I apply?

Stay-Matte is formulated to provide sheer coverage, so shade selection centers on matching undertone and general depth rather than heavy coverage. Start with a light sweep—tap off excess from the sponge and apply where needed. Build minimally only on areas that require more oil control.

• Choose shade to match skin undertone and overall depth
• Tap off excess powder from sponge before applying
• Apply in light layers; avoid heavy buildup for natural look

Who is this for? Clinique Stay-Matte Sheer Pressed Powder is ideal for people with oily or combination skin who want a lightweight, travel-ready mattifying powder. It suits users who prefer a subtle, natural finish and need an easy touch-up solution for shine-prone areas. Allergy-tested, fragrance-free, and created with Clinique’s dermatologist-guided approach, it’s a practical option for daily use when you want to control oil without masking your skin.

Ingredients

Talc, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Calcium Stearate, Calcium Silicate, Silica, Trimyristin, Nylon-12, Ppg-12/Smdi Copolymer, Methicone, Dimethicone, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Tetrasodium Edta, Potassium Sorbate, Phenoxyethanol, [+/- Mica, Bismuth Oxychloride (Ci 77163), Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499), Ultramarines (Ci 77007), Carmine (Ci 75470), Manganese Violet (Ci 77742)] 31439 Please be aware that ingredient lists may change or vary from time to time. Please refer to the ingredient list on the product package you receive for the most up to date list of ingredients.