When you want powder in a small area rather than across your whole face, a mini puff can give you more control over placement. The Nicka K New York Setting & Baking Mini Puff NS073 in Black & White is a new arrival at CC Hair And Beauty. Here is how to make its triangular shape work in your routine.
What is the NS073 mini puff?
The photographed turquoise pack is marked “Setting & Baking Puff Mini”. It shows black and white triangular puffs with a ribbon across the back. The front of the packaging highlights a soft finish, a precision edge and use with powder makeup.
Nicka K's own product page identifies Black & White as NS073, with a separate code for the pink option. The brand describes the triangular shape as a way to pick up powder and follow the contours of the face. Check the code when comparing different sizes and colour packs.
Use the corner for smaller areas
The pointed shape is useful where a larger applicator feels awkward. Our listing suggests the under-eye area and around the nose as examples. Use the corner to place powder carefully, then turn to a wider part of the puff when you want to cover a little more space.
The ribbon gives you a place to hold the puff while keeping its application surface facing your skin. Keep your movements small and controlled so you can judge where the powder is going.
How to apply powder with the mini puff
- Start with a clean, dry puff and choose the setting or baking powder you want to use.
- Pick up a small amount of powder, then tap off the excess.
- Press the puff onto the area you want to set, using gentle taps rather than rubbing.
- Check the finish before picking up more powder.
- Build gradually where you want additional coverage, following the directions for your powder.
This light starting layer makes it easier to adjust placement and quantity. You can always add a little more once you see how the powder sits over your base.
Setting and baking: choose your powder routine
The puff is an application tool, so the amount of powder and any baking time depend on the product and finish you choose. Use your powder's instructions when deciding whether to leave a fuller layer in place or simply press on a light setting layer.
For a quick touch-up, work only on the area you want to refresh. You do not need to repeat the same amount of powder everywhere.
Clean, dry and store between uses
Nicka K describes the tool as reusable and advises regular cleaning, complete drying before storage and keeping it in a clean, dry place. Our own product guidance also recommends cleaning regularly. Follow the care directions supplied with your pack, and let the puff dry fully before putting it away.
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Product identity and guidance checked on 23 October 2026 against our listing, pack photographs and Nicka K's official mini puff page. Follow the directions supplied with your puff and powder.
