This has been my holy grail foundation for at least two years now and my skin thanks me for it. The powder is matte, buildable, and stays all day. I moisturise my face first, then lightly conceal under my eyes with cream concealer before buffing this foundation in with a kabuki brush. This has the best coverage by far of any mineral powder I've tried and is very buildable from light to full coverage. I'm extremely pale, there is no drugstore foundation available in Australia that matches me and this foundation suits me perfectly. I like to use 1N as a light bronzer to warm my face. As a nurse I'm rushed off my feet all day and this foundation really goes the distance. Just be mindful to use a setting spray if it's raining because it's not water resistant foundation. I have normal/combination skin and it works well with my skin type. Because it is a powder it will cling to dry patches so take care to exfoliate regularly and moisturise before using this foundation.