COVERGIRL Clean Matte Pressed Powder Oil Control Foundation - Buff Beige - 0.35 oz: Phthalate-Free, Aluminum-Free
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The Covergirl Clean Matte Pressed Powder is celebrated for its lightweight feel, oil-absorbing properties, and ability to provide a matte finish that enhances the skin's appearance. It's suitable for a range of skin types and comes in various shades, making it a versatile choice for guests. While some find it can be drying, using a moisturizer beforehand is recommended. Its compact size is appreciated for on-the-go touch-ups, and it's considered a reliable staple in many makeup routines.
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4.3 out of 5 stars with 2386 reviews
easy to apply: 4.45 out of 5
easy to remove: 4.66 out of 5
long lasting: 4.03 out of 5
quality: 4 out of 5
value: 4.22 out of 5
72% would recommend
83 recommendations
1 out of 5 stars
14 May, 2026
originally posted on covergirl.com
New formula
I used this powder for almost 20 years and the new formula is awful. It makes me look like a shimmery ghost. I am so disappointed in the change.
1 reply from CoverGirl Consumer Affairs team - 2 days ago
Hi there! Thank you so much for your years of loyalty to our CoverGirl Clean Matte Pressed Powder. We are sorry to learn that the new formula has not provided you with the results you expected. We truly appreciate your feedback, and we will be sure to share it with the rest of our teams. If you ever have any other questions or comments, please do not hesitate to reach out to our team. You can call us at 1-800-426-8374 or chat with us via the Contact Us page on our CoverGirl website. We are always happy to help!
1 out of 5 stars
12 May, 2026
originally posted on covergirl.com
Horrible new formula
Cover girl please take note of all these angry comments for changing the formula that has worked perfectly for so long. We are buying MATTE powder- so why did you think making it shiny would be a good idea? If we wanted shiny we would have not been buying matte powder. I look like a shiny ghost with huge pores- I can’t emphasize enough how much I hate the new formula. Please bring back the old powder!
1 reply from CoverGirl Consumer Affairs Department team - 2 days ago
Hello. Thank you for choosing COVERGIRL. Over time, we make changes to our formula to better align with consumer preferences, our sustainability goals, or to anticipate regulation. We always aim to maintain the same great performance you love. We understand how frustrating it can be when a product you’ve trusted and enjoyed is no longer available, and we truly appreciate your loyalty to our brand. Please know that decisions like these are made with careful consideration and based on sound business practices. At COVERGIRL, we are committed to delivering high-quality products while staying responsive to consumer preferences and market trends. Your feedback is incredibly valuable, and we have shared your comments with our Marketing Executives for further review. If you would like to speak with someone directly, our team would be happy to help. You can reach us at 1-800-426-8374 or through the Contact Us page on our website. We’re here for you.
1 out of 5 stars
8 May, 2026
originally posted on covergirl.com
Changed Formula; Horrible
I have been using this for 20 years. For a girl who struggles with oily skin, this was always my go to and trusted product to keep my skin matte without being cakey. With the recent formula change, my usual color makes my skin look chalky and pale, and more importantly I’m ridiculously oily after 30 minutes of it being on. I am so terribly sad that I no longer have a go to product.
1 reply from CoverGirl Consumer Affairs Department team - 5 days ago
Hello. Thank you for choosing COVERGIRL. Over time, we make changes to our formula to better align with consumer preferences, our sustainability goals, or to anticipate regulation. We always aim to maintain the same great performance you love. We understand how frustrating it can be when a product you’ve trusted and enjoyed is no longer available, and we truly appreciate your loyalty to our brand. Please know that decisions like these are made with careful consideration and based on sound business practices. At COVRGIRL, we are committed to delivering high-quality products while staying responsive to consumer preferences and market trends. Your feedback is incredibly valuable, and we have shared your comments with our Marketing Executives for further review. If there is anything we can do to help further or if you have suggestions you would like to share, we’d love to hear from you. Feel free to reach out to our customer care team at 1-800-426-8374 or visit the Contact Us page on our website (Monday–Friday, 8 AM–6 PM CST). We are always happy to help.
1 out of 5 stars
7 May, 2026
originally posted on covergirl.com
What has happened???
I have been using this powder for 20 years. Flawless. Holy grail of pressed powders. I bought 2 the other week and i figured it was a bad batch, so I purchased another. I work in a kitchen and by the end of the day my face was a shiny mess. The old formula would leave my skin beautiful from the beginning of the day to end. This is horrible . Please please Covergirl change back to old formula!. Otherwise going to have to find a new brand.
1 reply from Covergirl Consumer Affairs Department team - 8 days ago
Hello. Thank you for choosing COVERGIRL. Over time, we make changes to our formula to better align with consumer preferences, our sustainability goals, or to anticipate regulation. We always aim to maintain the same great performance you love. We understand how frustrating it can be when a product you’ve trusted and enjoyed is no longer available, and we truly appreciate your loyalty to our brand. Please know that decisions like these are made with careful consideration and based on sound business practices. At COVERGIRL, we are committed to delivering high-quality products while staying responsive to consumer preferences and market trends. Your feedback is incredibly valuable, and we have shared your comments with our Marketing Executives for further review. If you have any other questions or comments, please give us a call at 1-800-426-8374 or chat with us through the Contact Us page on our website. We will be more than happy to help.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
6 May, 2026Verified purchase
- Skin concern: Redness, Sensitivity, Uneven skin tone, Acne
- Skin tone: Light
- Skin type: Oily
- Hair color: Blonde
- Eye color: Hazel
Awful reformulation
Like everyone else has said, new formula is AWFUL! My 9 year old daughter asked what was wrong with my makeup on my face. Now on the search for a new brand.
1 reply from TheCoverGirlTeam team - 10 days ago
Hello. Thank you for choosing COVERGIRL. Over time, we make changes to our formula to better align with consumer preferences, our sustainability goals, or to anticipate regulation. We always aim to maintain the same great performance you love. We understand how frustrating it can be when a product you’ve trusted and enjoyed is no longer available, and we truly appreciate your loyalty to our brand. Please know that decisions like these are made with careful consideration and based on sound business practices. At COVRGIRL, we are committed to delivering high-quality products while staying responsive to consumer preferences and market trends. Your feedback is incredibly valuable, and we have shared your comments with our Marketing Executives for further review. If there’s anything else we can assist you with, please let us know. You can reach us at 1-800-426-8374 or send us a message through the Contact Us page on our website. We would be happy to help find something you love.
1 out of 5 stars
6 May, 2026
originally posted on covergirl.com
Will not buy again. Formula changed - now crap
I am HEART BROKEN. I wear full coverage makeup. It’s the only powder I found ever worked for maintaining a matte finish. 12 years using this product. Over the last month I have discovered it to now be shiny (almost penalized on my skin and significantly different shades than what I have been using. It’s clumping awfully and looks terrible. I have since learned that it’s a new formula. It would have been nice if that was advertised on the packaging as I literally have over 20 of them in a discard pile tha I at first thought maybe I bought expired ones. I’ll have to change up my products I guess after 13 years. Shame on you covergirl for not labeling your product changes. Such a waste of money
1 reply from Covergirl Consumer Affairs Department team - 8 days ago
Hello. Thank you for choosing COVERGIRL. Over time, we make changes to our formula to better align with consumer preferences, our sustainability goals, or to anticipate regulation. We always aim to maintain the same great performance you love. We understand how frustrating it can be when a product you’ve trusted and enjoyed is no longer available, and we truly appreciate your loyalty to our brand. Please know that decisions like these are made with careful consideration and based on sound business practices. At COVERGIRL, we are committed to delivering high-quality products while staying responsive to consumer preferences and market trends. Your feedback is incredibly valuable, and we have shared your comments with our Marketing Executives for further review. If you have any other questions or comments, please give us a call at 1-800-426-8374 or chat with us through the Contact Us page on our website. We will be more than happy to help.
1 out of 5 stars
5 May, 2026
originally posted on covergirl.com
NO LONGER THE SAME CLEAN MATTE POWDER
I have used clean matte pressed powder for years and now I am soooo disappointed with the formula change. It took me about 2 weeks to finally realize it was the powder making my face shine more and my pores more noticeable. So much for being a matte finish and looking flawless with my pores screaming can you see me, can you see me. Why change something when it's not broken, now it's broken. Unfortunately, I will have to go through the process of finding another matte powder that works. Please bring back the older product!!!!!
1 reply from CoverGirl Consumer Affairs Department team - 11 days ago
Hello. Thank you for choosing COVERGIRL. Over time, we make changes to our formula to better align with consumer preferences, our sustainability goals, or to anticipate regulation. We always aim to maintain the same great performance you love. We understand how frustrating it can be when a product you’ve trusted and enjoyed is no longer available, and we truly appreciate your loyalty to our brand. Please know that decisions like these are made with careful consideration and based on sound business practices. At COVERGIRL, we are committed to delivering high-quality products while staying responsive to consumer preferences and market trends. Your feedback is incredibly valuable, and we have shared your comments with our Marketing Executives for further review.
1 out of 5 stars
30 April, 2026
originally posted on covergirl.com
New Formula Disappointing
I have been using this powder for almost 30 years - flawless and loved it - it was a five star. Recently I learned that they changed the formula. I thought it was a bad batch - but no - it is the new one. The powder is horrible, doesn't work like a face powder, and is a waste of money. I will need to look for a new brand of powder. I am not sure how this passed testing when you reformulated it, but this is absolutely disappointing. I bought three on sale and now I have three powders I cannot use. Please bring the old formula back!
1 reply from Covergirl Consumer Affairs Department team - 15 days ago
Hello. Thank you so much for being a loyal COVERGIRL customer and for trying our Clean Matte Pressed Powder. We are truly sorry to hear that it did not work out the way you hoped. We understand how frustrating it can be when a product you’ve trusted and enjoyed is no longer available, and we truly appreciate your loyalty to our brand. Please know that decisions like these are made with careful consideration and based on sound business practices. At COVERGIRL, we are committed to delivering high-quality products while staying responsive to consumer preferences and market trends. Your feedback is incredibly valuable, and we have shared your comments with our Marketing Executives for further review. If you’d like, we’d be happy to help make this right and find a product you’ll love! You can reach us by phone at 1-800-426-8374 or via the Contact Us page on our website. We look forward to hearing from you!
1 out of 5 stars
27 April, 2026
originally posted on covergirl.com
Changed powder
They changed the formula and now it’s shimmery. I used this for years and loved and now I have to find a new matte powder. This one looks cakey and shimmery and highlights my pores. Please bring back old formula
1 reply from CoverGirl Consumer Affairs Department team - 12 days ago
Hello. Thank you for reaching out to us at COVERGIRL. We are sorry to hear that our Clean Matte Pressed Powder is not meeting your expectations, and we appreciate you letting us know. We will be sure to share this feedback with the rest of our team. If you'd like to speak with someone directly, our team would be happy to help. You can reach us at 1-800-426-8374 or through the Contact Us page on our website. We’re here for you.
1 out of 5 stars
27 April, 2026
originally posted on covergirl.com
New Formula is Terrible!
I have used this product for 20 years, and I am so disappointed in the change in formula. The new product is so shiny, does NOT control oil (in fact, it makes my skin 10x more oily), highlights every fine line and wrinkle, and easily ages my face 10 years. I will be looking for a different brand outside of Cover Girl. It used to match my skin tone, keep oil under control, and cover blemishes, and now it does none of that. Could not be more disappointed in the product now!
1 reply from CoverGirl Consumer Affairs Department team - 18 days ago
Hello. Thank you for reaching out to us at COVERGIRL. We are sorry to hear that the new formula of our Clean Matte Pressed Powder is not meeting your expectations, and we appreciate you letting us know. We will be sure to share this feedback with the rest of our team. If you'd like to speak with someone directly, our team would be happy to help. You can reach us at 1-800-715-4023 or through the Contact Us page on our website. We’re here for you.
1 out of 5 stars
27 April, 2026
originally posted on covergirl.com
Shade is not the same
I bought shade 535- Medium Light over a month ago and it is not the same. I have the previous one I bought, and they are not the same shade. The recent one is a lot darker than the prior one. Even though they are "the same shade" which they are not. Not sure if you changed the formula but please bring back the original shade, I bought the 3 shades below it but in the Clean Invisible and they are all too light.
1 reply from CoverGirl Consumer Affairs Department team - 18 days ago
Hi there! We appreciate you choosing CoverGirl and taking the time to let us know about the Clean Matte Pressed Powder. We are sorry to hear that it did not perform as expected. Our Clean Matte Pressed Powder has recently been reformulated, so the ingredients may differ. Any existing stock of the old formula will be depleted and will no longer be available. We hope this helps! This is not the experience we hope for you to have, and we would love to connect with you to make this right and gather some additional details. Feel free to give us a call with any questions at 1-800-426-8374 or chat with us via the Contact Us page on our website. We will be more than happy to help you and hope that you reach out.
1 out of 5 stars
22 April, 2026Verified purchase
(no review title)
Product came damaged and broken please try better next time it’s basically garbage.
1 reply from TheCoverGirlTeam team - 19 days ago
Hello! Thank you for choosing CoverGirl. For issues relating to a problem with your delivery order, we recommend reaching out to Target Customer Support. Visit them at Target.com/ContactUs to reach the right team. You can also give them a call at 1-800-440-0680. If you have any additional questions, please reach out to our CoverGirl team. You can give us a call at 1-800-426-8374 or visit the Contact Us page on our website. We’re always here to help!
1 out of 5 stars
21 April, 2026Verified purchase
So sad :(
I guess my delivery guy decided to throw the package
1 reply from TheCoverGirlTeam team - 19 days ago
Hello! Thank you for choosing CoverGirl. For issues relating to a problem with your delivery order, we recommend reaching out to Target Customer Support. Visit them at Target.com/ContactUs to reach the right team. You can also give them a call at 1-800-440-0680. If you have any additional questions, please reach out to our CoverGirl team. You can give us a call at 1-800-426-8374 or visit the Contact Us page on our website. We’re always here to help!
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
20 April, 2026Verified purchase
- Skin tone: Light
- Eye color: Brown
- Skin concern: Aging
- Skin type: Oily
- Hair color: Blonde
Always Great
Formula never changes and it’s consistently great
1 reply from TheCoverGirlTeam team - 24 days ago
Hello! Thank you so much for your incredible support and for sharing this with us! It means the world to us that you have consistently trusted COVERGIRL. We are honored to have been part of your routine and are thrilled to hear that the product continues to meet your expectations. Your feedback is very important to us, and we will be sure to pass it along to our team. If you have any questions or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to call us at 1-800-426-8374 or visit the Contact Us page on our website. We are always happy to help!
1 out of 5 stars
20 April, 2026
originally posted on covergirl.com
Changed.Not the same
I have been using the pressed powder for years. The formula must have changed. It does not go on as smooth and is far too shiny. It seems to have some sort of glittery highlighter in it. Please bring back the old formula.
1 reply from CoverGirl Consumer Affairs Department team - 26 days ago
Hi! Thank you for sharing your experience with our Clean Matte Pressed Powder! We’re glad you gave it a try, but we’re sorry to hear the texture and results weren't what you expected. Your feedback is very valuable, and we’d love to learn more about your experience and product so we can assist you. Feel free to reach out at 1-800-426-8374 or visit the Contact Us page on our website. We’re here for you and committed to helping you find products you’ll love!
1 out of 5 stars
16 April, 2026
originally posted on covergirl.com
Horrible change in product
I’ve been using this powder for decades and is my absolute favorite. But you changed it and it’s horrible!!!! I thought I had a few bad buys but nope all the new ones are the same and horrible. Covergirl keeps changing all their products , labeling them the same and not in a good way ; I’m going to have to find a new makeup brand. Please bring back the old formula!!!!!
1 reply from CoverGirl Consumer Affairs Department team - 26 days ago
Hi there! We appreciate you choosing CoverGirl and taking the time to review our Clean Matte Pressed Powder. We are sorry to hear that it did not perform as expected. This is not the experience we hope for you to have, and we would love to connect with you to make this right and gather some additional details. Feel free to give us a call with any questions at 1-800-426-8374 or chat with us via the Contact Us page on our website. We will be more than happy to help you and hope that you reach out.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
16 April, 2026Verified purchase
- Skin tone: Light
- Skin type: Combination
- Hair color: Brunette
- Skin concern: Pores, Redness, Acne
- Eye color: Blue
NEW FORMULA REMOVED TALC
I love this powder and have used it exclusively for a years. In the last year I’ve learned it’s because talc is the first ingredient which does a wonderful job at absorbing oil and blurring. I also learned that this ingredient is getting phased out of many products across many brands (high and low end) in favor of mica. I’ve dreaded the day this would include my beloved clean matte pressed powder, but it seems we have reached that time. Check the ingredients before you purchase! I did find two today that are the original formula (talc based) and they’ll hold me over until I find a new go to. It’s worth looking to see if you can get one last good compact.
1 reply from TheCoverGirlTeam team - 26 days ago
Hello.Thank you for reaching out to us at CoverGirl. We are sorry to hear that the new formula of our Clean Matte Pressed Powder is not meeting your expectations, and we appreciate you letting us know. We will be sure to share this feedback with the rest of our team. If you'd like to speak with someone directly, our team would be happy to help. You can reach us at 1-800-426-8374 or through the Contact Us page on our website. We’re here for you.
1 out of 5 stars
11 April, 2026
originally posted on covergirl.com
Formula Change?
I have used this powder for at least a decade. It is the best remedy for my oily skin, helps my skin look flawless, and is a great color match. As of a couple of months ago, I bought compacts that I thought were just a bad batch, bad coverage, left me looking like there was highlighter mixed in, separated my makeup, just awful. I probably bought 4 different compacts hoping it was a bad batch, but now am realizing that it is probably a formula change. I now have to start the journey of finding a similar powder, and probably will be looking at a brand outside of Covergirl.
1 reply from CoverGirl Consumer Affairs Department team - 1 month ago
Hello! Thank you for choosing our CoverGirl Clean Matte Pressed Powder as part of your beauty routine. We are sorry to hear that you recently had a negative experience. To assist you better, we recommend reaching out to our beauty experts. You can give us a call at 1-800-426-8374 or chat with us through the Contact Us page on our website. We are more than happy to support you.
1 out of 5 stars
8 April, 2026
originally posted on covergirl.com
Covergirl Clean Matte has deteriorated badly
This product has changed. It used to be wonderful and I used it for years. Number 510 classic ivory gave my skin such a glow and was a perfect color match...The last couple of compacts have been horrible. The color and the coverage are NOT the same. Worst of all, I am left with a horrible glittery finish on my face! What have you done?
1 reply from CoverGirl Consumer Affairs Department team - 1 month ago
Hello. Thank you for reaching out to us at COVERGIRL. We are sorry to hear that the last couple of Clean Matte Pressed Powders are not meeting your expectations, and we appreciate you letting us know. We will be sure to share this feedback with the rest of our team. This is not the experience we hope for you to have, and we would love to connect with you to make this right and gather some additional details. Feel free to give us a call with any questions at 1-800-426-8374 or chat with us via the Contact Us page on our website. We will be more than happy to help you and hope that you reach out.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
7 April, 2026Verified purchase
Powder is unusable after its reformulation. It was my stand-by.
Terrible reformulation of a standard product. I used the normal skin compacts (brown) for decades, then they reformulated that powder, making it cakey and unusable. So I switched to the Matte (blue) compacts, which was fine until the past couple of months, but now Covergirl has ruined this old stand-by product as well. It has a weird, unnatural irridescent shine to it, so No, it isn't matte at all anymore. It cakes up over any moisture or cream on skin. It cannot be reapplied over itself withour causing cakey streaks. You have to wash your face to get it off, then start all over. There is no way to achieve a matte, smooth look with this horrible new powder. Why Covergirl? Why are you ruining all the products your loyal customers love?
1 reply from TheCoverGirlTeam team - 1 month ago
Hello. Thank you so much for being a loyal COVERGIRL. We are truly sorry to hear that our Clean Matte Pressed Powder did not work out the way you hoped. We completely understand how disappointing that can be, and it is not the experience we want for you. We genuinely want to make this right and hear more about your experience so we can better support you. Please do not hesitate to reach out to us anytime whether by phone at 1-800-426-8374 or through the chat on our Contact Us page. We are here to help and look forward to connecting with you.