# Ornament-Inspired Cosmetic Packaging The Laura Mercier Loose Setting Powder Comes in Three Colours By Kalin Ned | Published 2021-11-03 | Marketing Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laura-mercier-loose-setting-powder References: [sephora](https://www.sephora.com/ca/en/product/laura-mercier-mini-set-a-porter-translucent-loose-setting-powder-P477271) This year, the [Laura Mercier](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultra-blur) Loose Setting Powder is available to consumers in a [festive packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/festive-cosmetics-giftsets-winky-luxs-new-holiday-gift-sets-have-great-valu) that can be hung on the Christmas tree, making for an endearing gift for a loved one. The Mini Set-à-Porter​ Translucent Loose Setting Powder is a product that has won multiple major awards and has risen to cult-favourite status. With long-term coverage up to 12 hours, the formula is lightweight and [finely milled](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/set-it-down-loose). It is also oil-free and delivers a soothing matte finish onto the skin. The best part is that one can rely on a effortless application and a complexion that will be photo-ready. In a consumer test, 100% of participants reported that the Laura Mercier Loose Setting Powder does not get caked on skin and that it controls shine. Image Credit: Sephora ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 50% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Marketing](https://www.trendhunter.com/marketing) > [Branding](https://www.trendhunter.com/branding) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Festive Cosmetic Packaging:** Opportunity for cosmetic brands to release limited edition festive packaging during holidays to attract consumers with gift-giving traditions. - **Cult-favourite Products:** Opportunity for brands to focus on promoting products that have gained a strong following and loyal customer base. - **Long-lasting, Matte-finish Formula:** Opportunity for brands to develop similar products with a lightweight, long-lasting, oil-free formula that delivers a matte finish to the skin. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Cosmetics:** The cosmetics industry can incorporate festive packaging and cult-favourite products while focusing on developing long-lasting matte-finish formulas. - **Holiday Gift-giving:** The holiday gift-giving industry can use festive cosmetic packaging as an attractive addition to their products. - **Skincare:** The skincare industry can focus on developing long-lasting matte-finish setting powders that are both oil-free and weightless. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Intricately Designed Compact Powders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pink-gateau-powder-compact.md) - [Elegant Pressed Finishing Powders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pressed-finishing-powder.md) - [Portable Setting Powders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/puff-puff-pass-setting-powder.md) - [Superfine Cosmetics Powders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/set-it-down-loose.md) - [Skincare-Infused Setting Sprays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultra-blur.md) - [Inclusive Skin-Perfecting Powders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultimate-setting-powder.md) - [Vegan Pressed Powders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/easy-bake-airbrush-matte.md) - [Springtime Makeup Powders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/undereye-powder.md) - [Intricate Fairytale-Like Makeup Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/four-essential-sets.md)