Mercadona Compact Powders: We Reviewed Them All
Mercadona has a very complete makeup line that includes everything you need to be able to recreate any type of look. In this post, we talk about Mercadona’s compact powders and review all of them so you can find the most suitable one.
Compact powders are, without a doubt, one of the most used makeup products. They not only add color to the skin, but also provide greater coverage and, thanks to their compact size, you can take them wherever you go. Here are the best options.
Furthermore, they are suitable for all skin types; you just have to choose the most appropriate version depending on your skin type, to show off flawless skin with a silky finish.
Deliplus, Mercadona’s cosmetic brand, offers you several types of compact powders. Here we analyze each one of them so you can make a beeline and choose the best alternative.
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These are the products you can find for sale at Mercadona.
Perfecting Compact Powders
They are one of the star products of Mercadona’s makeup collection. With a very fine texture, they apply and blend very well; and it must be acknowledged that for being ‘low cost’ they have excellent quality.
These compact powders matify and even out the skin, thus preventing the appearance of shine that ruins even the best makeup and erasing skin imperfections for a more uniform finish. They provide high coverage with a small amount.
The package includes 5.5 gr. It comes with an applicator sponge so that you can use the product more easily, although you can also apply it with makeup brushes, if you prefer.
They are available in 2 shades: 01 for fair to medium skin and 02 for medium to dark skin. Their price is €5.50, so it can be said that it has an excellent quality-price ratio.
Balm Me Compact Powders

If you are looking for a creamier texture, this is undoubtedly the best alternative.
Although at first glance Balm Me may seem like just another compact powder, when you touch them, you realize they have a very pleasant, comfortable balm-like texture with a velvety finish.
Thanks to their creamy texture, this cosmetic does not dry out the skin; on the contrary, it hydrates it very well and leaves a juicy finish that you and others will notice.
Its package does not include an applicator sponge, so you will need to buy it separately. What it does include is a very practical mirror that allows you to apply makeup anywhere.
You can also apply them with a makeup sponge like a beauty blender.
Balm Me by Deliplus is available in 2 shades: 01 Arena and 02 Siena. It costs €6.
Silk Compact Powders
Mercadona has created silk effect compact powders that add color, even out the skin tone and texture, and leave the skin feeling very soft. They can be used alone or after concealer to set the makeup and make it last longer.
Although they are silk effect, we do not recommend using them if you have combination to oily skin because they are not mattifying and do not keep shine at bay. They are also not particularly advisable in case of acne.
Their texture is very soft and silky, hence their name; and their price is also very economical, only €6.
They are available in 4 different shades so you can choose the most suitable one for your tone.
Compact Powders: Buying Guide
Now that you know the different types of compact powders you can find at Mercadona, here we present a complete guide so you can choose the most appropriate one without fear of making a mistake.
What are they?
They unify and conceal imperfections: this is the main function of this cosmetic. They come pressed and their format is more compact.
They provide more coverage than loose powders, so they can be used as a substitute for foundation to achieve a uniform finish similar to that of liquid products.
They are applied and handled easily, thanks to their compact packaging, which in some cases includes an applicator sponge and a mirror so you can touch up anywhere and always look perfect.
In addition, they are especially recommended for combination and oily skin. They are oil-free and prevent excess skin oil and the unsightly shine that appears as the hours go by.
How to choose the most suitable ones?
Before buying, there are several factors to consider to avoid a mistake; although Mercadona’s products are cheap, it’s not a plan to buy them all to try; it’s better to go for sure.
The first thing is to know what your skin type is and what kind of compact makeup it needs. If you have combination or oily skin, it is better to opt for a powder texture that mattifies and absorbs excess oil to prevent shine.
But, if your skin is dry, the most advisable are those with a creamy or balm texture that, in addition to providing high coverage, hydrate and leave a comfortable sensation that avoids that unpleasant tightness, as if your complexion were cardboard-like.
It is also important that you choose the texture you are most comfortable with: powder, silk, or balm; you are going to wear the compact powders all day long, so it is better to choose the one with which you feel most comfortable.
Transparent powders and sun powders are also available best translucent powders and best sun powders.
Mercadona’s are not bad, but my favorites are those from the Maderas brand.
How are they applied?
They can be applied alone or after foundation. Their application will depend, once again, on the type of skin.
If you need more coverage, it is better to use foundation before applying them to better conceal imperfections; otherwise you can use them alone without any problem.
It is recommended to apply them with a brush over the face, insisting especially on the T-zone (forehead, nose, and chin). Here I show you how to do it correctly.
In this case, it’s better to use the sponge included with the powders. You can also use it to make small touch-ups.
And to get rid of them, take a look at our article How to properly remove makeup from your skin.
Have your powders ever fallen to the ground and broken? Don’t worry, here we show you how to fix them.
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