I am totally in love with 3CC loose powders. Now, I know I said RCMA No Color was my Holy Grail of powders and it still is. 3CC just makes these luxurious tinted loose powders that are so sheer and refined that you would think you are applying the most exquisite loose powders of some glamorous high end brand. Well, you are but with a pro touch.
I bought loose powder #4 and the coolbronzer. I do have the cool bronzer in pressed form also which makes it handy for travel. The loose version is a backup and the one I use in the mornings because it just sits right there on the vanity table.
I know you are thinking that it contains talc and it isn't a "mineral" foundation, but you can use this like one especially if you like a sheer finish. On my busy days I use these powders alone and the color is just right. Even though the loose #4 is darker than my skintone (close to a NC25 or so), this one gives it warmth without looking like a layer of powder. And the cool bronzer isn't too rosey or pink and will go with any skintone or for anyone who doesn't want the warm based bronzer.
And if you are wondering why I call these exquisite, think of cotton. You have many types of cotton fabric but the finest and softest Egyptian cotton feels so good on the skin. THESE powders are the same! By the way, with summer coming up, the kaolin absorbs the oilies and sweaties!
