Catrice Mineral Compact Powder - Review

I think, many of you might not be much aware of Catrice brand. It is basically a European cosmetics brand. The brand has the following motto:             


"Catrice - Beauty and Luxury, at the best price ever!                                                                              
For all women who enjoy using make-up and at the same time demand attractive packaging, classic design and quality, Catrice offers a range of 'go anywhere' make-up products that won't break the bank. Luxurious and distinctively modern products for the woman of today. (as taken from the website www.catrice.eu - also available in English)"                                                       


During my visit to Germany, I found plenty of this brand's products in popular malls like Muller, Galleria etc. I thought of giving one product a try and see how it fares.Depending upon its quality and price range I decided to buy some other products of this brand as well. After using them for 2 months now, I can surely agree to what the brand's motto says - "Quality without breaking your bank :P!"


So, here I review the first product I bought of this range: Catrice Mineral Compace powder. 
What the brand has to say about the product:


"This microfine compact powder with valuable mineral complexes smooths the skin and lends it a silk-matt finish. No preservatives. Fragrance free. Dermatologically tested."

Catrice Mineral Compact Powder

Shades Available: 

• Light Beige,
• Pastell Beige
• Warm Beige
• Almond Beige

Catrice Mineral Compact Powder - Warm Beige

I chose the warm beige  shade, after trying various samples at the counter. Thankfully, the shade complimented my skin quite well. Below is my verdict on the product:

Pros:

• The product comes in nice and handy packaging, with flip open lid.
• It perfectly blended with my foundation. I tried using it directly over my skin and the results were quite great.
• I was particularly astonished by its staying power. I usually apply it at morning after reaching office and my face remains smooth and oil-free till post lunch; which means a span of around 6-7 hours, which is quite amazing :-O
• It didn't break me out! :-)
• It is quite affordable. Somewhere around 4-5 Euros only!! \:d/ :D
• The quantity is quite good i.e. 9.5 grams

Cons

• It gives light coverage, which is perfect for me while going to office. 
• It doesn't provide any sponge or brush to apply, so you have to get your own. :-(
• Only available at certain selected European countries. Till date, they haven't provided any facility to sell their products online. 

Catrice Mineral Compact Powder

Rating: /5

So, girls - make it a point to explore catrice products whenever you go to Germany next time. :x