The All-in-One Compact Kiwi Women Have Trusted for Years
Most makeup bags accumulate products the same way junk drawers accumulate everything else: one for blush, another for bronzer, a separate eyeshadow, something for contouring, a lip colour that only half matches the rest. Each one solves a single problem, and together they take up far more space, time and money than the actual result on your face would suggest.
There is a simpler way to run a makeup routine, and it has quietly been one of New Zealand's most consistently repurchased products for years. This article looks at why an all-in-one compact earns its place in so many routines, and what makes Thin Lizzy's 6in1 Professional Face Powder Compact specifically worth the loyalty it has built.
The Case for Doing More With Less
A multi-use compact solves a genuinely practical problem: most single-purpose makeup products only get used for a few minutes a day, yet each one still takes up bag space, shelf space, and mental energy deciding what to reach for. Consolidating several of those steps into one product, one that can be adjusted by how much you apply and where, removes a surprising amount of daily friction from a routine without asking you to give anything up.
It also solves a travel problem that separate products never quite manage. A single compact fits in the smallest bag, survives being tossed in and out of a handbag far better than five separate items, and means one small mirror does the job of checking your whole face rather than juggling several packagings at once.
Six Uses, One Compact
Thin Lizzy describes the 6in1 Professional Face Powder Compact as the iconic makeup miracle that has been the number one selling product in New Zealand for years, and its versatility is the whole premise: the single compact can be used as a blusher, face and body bronzer, eyeshadow, face framer, contour and lip colour. Building up the colour gradually, according to the brand, makes it genuinely hard to get wrong, which matters for a product being asked to do this many different jobs well.
The compact comes in two shades, Light and Dark, chosen to suit a broad range of skin tones rather than requiring an extensive shade range, since its role as a bronzer, blush and contour product means it is meant to complement your natural tone rather than match it precisely the way a foundation would.
Why It's Stayed Popular for So Long
6in1 holds a 4.62 out of 5 rating from over 3,300 reviews on the Thin Lizzy NZ website, an unusually high volume of reviews for a single product, reflecting years of consistent repurchasing. Longevity in customer reviews comes up again and again, with several reviewers specifically mentioning having used the product for years and returning to buy it repeatedly, alongside praise for the natural, healthy glow it gives and how easy it is to apply without specialist skill.
How to Get the Most Out of a Multi-Use Compact
Getting six uses out of one product works best with the right brush for each job. A large, fluffy brush suits bronzer application across the cheeks, temples and jawline for an all-over sun-kissed effect, while a smaller, angled brush gives more control for contouring beneath the cheekbones. For eyeshadow use, a flat shadow brush picks up a small amount of product for a soft wash of colour across the lid.
For an easy all-over body application, when using the compact as a bronzer beyond the face, Thin Lizzy specifically recommends its own Powder Puff for quick, even coverage across larger areas like the shoulders and collarbone.
Because the formula is buildable, starting light and adding more where needed is the safest approach for any of its six uses, letting you dial the intensity up for evening wear or down for a natural daytime look using the exact same compact.
Finding Your Shade
With only two shades, Light and Dark, choosing correctly still matters for how the product performs as a bronzer and contour specifically. Thin Lizzy's Colour Match chart includes guidance for this product specifically, and the Colour Swap Guarantee means an exchange is available if the shade you chose is not the right fit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What can the 6in1 Compact be used for?
Thin Lizzy's 6in1 Professional Face Powder Compact ($39.99, thinlizzy.co.nz) can be used as a blusher, face and body bronzer, eyeshadow, face framer, contour and lip colour, all from a single compact, with buildable coverage so you can adjust the intensity for each use.
Why is this compact so popular in New Zealand?
It has been described by Thin Lizzy as the number one selling product in New Zealand for years, holding a 4.62 out of 5 rating from over 3,300 reviews. Reviewers frequently mention using it for years and repurchasing it repeatedly, praising its versatility, ease of use and natural glow.
How many shades does the 6in1 Compact come in?
It comes in two shades, Light and Dark, designed to suit a broad range of skin tones as a bronzer, blush and contour product. Thin Lizzy's online Colour Match chart offers guidance on choosing between the two, and the Colour Swap Guarantee allows an exchange if needed.
Is a multi-use compact good for travel?
Yes, a single all-in-one compact is generally far more travel-friendly than carrying several separate products, taking up minimal bag space while covering six different makeup uses. Its compact size and built-in mirror make it particularly convenient for touch-ups on the go.
How do I apply the 6in1 Compact for a natural bronzer look?
Use a large, fluffy brush and apply lightly across the cheeks, temples and jawline, building up gradually rather than applying heavily all at once. The buildable formula makes it easy to adjust from a subtle daytime glow to a more defined evening look using the same product.
The Final Word
A product does not stay a country's best seller for years by accident. The 6in1 Professional Face Powder Compact has earned its long-standing popularity by genuinely simplifying a routine, six makeup steps condensed into one compact, buildable formula, without asking anyone to compromise on how the finished look actually turns out.
At $39.99, cruelty free and easy enough to master without any specialist skill, it remains one of the simplest ways to cut down a cluttered makeup bag while keeping every look it was covering.
