Mehron's Colorset Setting Powder is used to absorb the oils from cream based make-up so that it "sets" and will not rub off. This Colorset Setting Powder is a natural translucent formula that will not discolor the cream make-up if applied properly. The proper way to apply Colorset Setting Powder is to use a Powder Puff and press the powder into the Cream make-up; it should be pressed in, not rubbed. When using Colorset Setting Powder over a multi color application of Cream make-up it is advised to work on one color at a time so that colors do not transfer onto each other.