Additional information
| Coverage | Low Coverage |
|---|---|
| Finish | Matte |
| Formulation | Pressed Powder |
| How-to-Apply | As a Setting Compact: After foundation, use a Sponge to gently press the compact onto areas prone to oiliness, such as the T-zone, for an even matte finish.On-the-Go Touch-Up: Keep it handy for quick touch-ups throughout the day to blot away excess oil and maintain a fresh, flawless look. |
| Ingredients | Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Dimethicone, Vinyl Dimethicone/methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Tridecyl Trimellitate, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter) Extract. May Contain(+/-): Blue 1 Lake (Ci 42090), Red 7 Lake (Ci 15850) |
| Minimum Shelf Life in Months | 8 |
| Minimum Usable Period in Months | 3 |
| Net Quantity Unit | g |
| Net Weight | 5 g |
| Preferences | Cruelty-Free |
| SPF | None |
| Skin Tone | Medium to Dark |
| Skin Types | Oily |
| Special Features | Your ultimate solution for flawless, shine-free skin, the MARS Setter and Blotter Gel Compact works as both a compact and a primer.This versatile product offers long-lasting oil control with a smooth, matte finish, while minimizing pores for a poreless look. Ideal for oily skin, it keeps your complexion fresh and shine-free all day.For quick touch-ups, this dual-purpose gel compact sets makeup flawlessly and blots away shine, ensuring a smooth, flawless complexion.Powerful Oil Control: Specially formulated to manage excess oil, keeping your skin matte and shine-free all day.Pore-Minimizing Effect: Blurs and reduces the appearance of pores, delivering a smooth, flawless complexion.Long-Lasting Matte Finish: Provides a natural matte look that keeps makeup fresh for hours, perfect for long-lasting wear. Its mattifying formula controls excess oil, providing a shine-free, poreless matte finish that lasts all day.Ideal for Oily Skin: Specially suitable for oily skin, ensuring comfort and effectiveness.Cruelty FreeVegetarianEasy to use |
| Sustainable | Regular |
| Total Shelf Life in Months | 24 |
Krisha –
✨ A True Skin Savior ✨
After struggling with excess shine for years, I finally found my complexion hero with the Mars Setter and Blotter Gel Compact. Containing blemish-fighting salicylic acid and oil-absorbing kaolin clay, this is no ordinary pressed powder. A few gentle dabs whisk away greasy fingerprints and keep my T-zone matte for hours, whether I’m battling the hottest of humid days or rushing between meetings. What’s more, the buttery-soft texture never cakes or draws attention to flaky patches. It truly makes my skin glow without the glare. While other compacts have left me looking cakey or feeling tight, this one delivers a fresh, flawless finish that fools everyone into thinking I was born with perfect skin.At last, I feel comfortable and confident heading out the door without worrying what state my face may be in mid-afternoon. This hardworking compact has earned a permanent place in my handbag.
Anna –
I have oily skin, so excess shine on my face is a common problem. Because of this, I started using the MARS Oil Blotter, and it has been very helpful 😊. It effectively absorbs extra oil from the face and gives an instant matte look.
The oil blotter works well on areas like the forehead and nose (T-zone). It does not add any colour like powder, so the skin looks natural and fresh ✨. It can be used with or without makeup, which makes it very convenient.
The compact size makes it easy to carry in a bag 🎒. Although the oil control is not permanent and oil may return after some time, it is a quick and practical solution for oily skin.
Overall, this product is a good choice for people with oily skin who want to control shine easily 👍.
Nishant Raj –
Honestly didn’t expect this compact to work this well, but it completely surprised me. The moment you dab it on, the skin instantly looks fresh and matte — not dry, not heavy, just clean and smooth. It controls oil really nicely and gives that soft, pore-blurred look without making the face look flat or overdone.
What I love most is how light and comfortable it feels. You don’t feel like you’re wearing another layer of makeup. It blends in effortlessly, even over foundation, and doesn’t mess up what you already have on. Perfect for quick touch-ups when you’re out and suddenly notice shine on your T-zone.
The compact size makes it super easy to carry, and the applicator is actually useful — no fuss, no mess. For the price, this feels like a steal and easily competes with much more expensive products.
If you have oily or combination skin and want something simple that just gets the job done, this is definitely worth trying.