INOUI
INOUI Powder Foundation Sponge
INOUI Powder Foundation Sponge
@cosme rating: 5.3/7.0
Inwi powder foundation sponge
✓ 100% authentic
✓ Ships from Japan in 3-5 days
✓ Duties prepaid for US orders
✓ Tracked delivery via Japan Post
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What it is
A sponge designed specifically for INWI powder foundation.
Ingredients
How to use
If the sponge gets dirty, the surface of the foundation will harden and it will be harder to apply to your skin, so please keep it clean at all times. .If the sponge gets dirty, use the separately sold "Shiseido Sponge Cleaner N" or gently press the sponge with a diluted solution of mild detergent in lukewarm water. After rinsing thoroughly to remove all detergent, drain the water and dry well in the shade before using again. .If the feel or finish of the sponge deteriorates, purchase a new sponge.
We ship internationally from Japan!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this authentic?
Yes. We only buy from official retailers and directly from the brands here in Japan. Never resellers, never grey market stock.
We are beauty lovers too, so we know the worry, especially with something you are putting on your face. Authenticity is 100% guaranteed by us.
What are your shipping rates?
On orders under US$75, shipping is a flat US$20 to the United States and US$10 to all other countries.
Orders of US$75 or more ship free, applied automatically at checkout. Your exact shipping cost is shown before you pay.
How long does delivery take?
These estimates are for International Airmail (Tracked) and include 3 to 5 business days of processing in Japan.
- United States: 12 to 15 business days
- Canada, United Kingdom, France, Germany: 9 to 12 business days
- Australia, New Zealand, Denmark, Finland, India, Indonesia, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland: 10 to 13 business days
- China, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam: 8 to 10 business days
- Rest of the world: 11 to 18 business days
Actual delivery can be affected by customs clearance, seasonal congestion, or carrier delays in the destination country, all of which are outside our control.
Do you offer express shipping?
Yes. As of 22 July 2026, we offer International Express Mail through Japan Post. The cost is based on order weight and is calculated automatically at checkout.
Will I pay customs or import fees?
US orders: No. As of July 1, 2026, all US orders ship DDP (duties delivered prepaid), meaning we prepay all import duties on our end. Nothing is due at your door.
Orders outside the US: Possibly. Duties and import taxes are set by your local customs authority and are not collected at checkout, so any charges on delivery are your responsibility.
We're working on rolling out prepaid duties for more countries soon.
I finally bought this to touch up my makeup! It was the right choice. I had been looking for something that wasn't too thick, had a subtle tint, and didn't look like I was touching up my makeup. This has a beautiful, light powdery feel, and it completely wipes away the yellow and brown dullness that bothers me in the evening (*^^*) I'm so grateful that it's so thin that it doesn't get in the way when I put it in my purse. I'm so glad I bought it!
If you're a woman of my generation and considering Inui foundation, I'd like to encourage you to try their powder foundation instead of just the liquid or cream! At first, I was thinking of buying the liquid foundation. But I felt like I needed a little more coverage, so I hesitated. I had received samples of 00 and 01. Thinking that maybe the color wasn't right, I went back to Suzykirei a third time to get a sample of 02. When I tried 02, it covered my blemishes reasonably well (I personally like a moderate amount), and I thought, "That's it!" But my family criticized it. They said it blended in too well, and that I should have a more even-toned look, and that it made me look rather sloppy. So, 01 was the answer. (To tell you the truth, at first I thought 00 would be good for giving me a translucent look, but then I was out and saw myself in the mirror and I looked like an "old lady trying too hard with white makeup on," so 00 was definitely out of the question. It looked really good depending on the light source, though... Also, in the afternoon I felt a powdery sensation in my pores. I decided that this just didn't suit my skin tone.) Next, I tried touching up with 01 in the store and was really impressed, so I headed out excitedly to buy liquid 01, but then my eye fell on a powder foundation that I hadn't even considered until then, and when I tried it on, it was a hit! I had stayed away from powder foundation for nearly 20 years because it was drying and made my skin look thick, but it turns out that was just an outdated stereotype. Powder foundation has come a long way, too. It provides just the right amount of coverage, a thin, toned-up film that evens out the skin perfectly. In other words, it complemented the slight gaps I felt with liquid foundation. I was so excited because this was it! I felt that way, but just to be sure, I asked the beauty advisor at the counter to apply both liquid and powder foundation to one cheek. The beauty advisor also said, "This one is better, a little on top!" It was a sudden change of purchase, but I'm glad I chose this one. For me, it was a long shot. It's smooth, but doesn't look powdery, and it gives a glow. In the afternoon, it looks dry and tired. It's instantly become my number one choice. Incidentally, for adult women, it might be better to apply this with a brush. I really recommend you try it at least once.
It makes your skin look beautiful. However, after a while, it becomes a little shiny and breaks down.
After using 01, I purchased 00. I use 01 as a foundation, applying it gently with a multi-brush for poreless skin that won't smudge. I use 00 as a powder, applying it lightly with a fluffy brush over a thin liquid foundation. The lid of the case isn't just plastic, is it? It's durable and luxurious. I use Maquillage's fix spray, so it hardly ever smudges or transfers to masks.
I tried several popular powder foundations and was surprised to find that Inui was the best. It was thin, didn't feel powdery, and didn't smudge easily.