Compact (cosmetics)

Art Deco Rowenta enamel rhinestone compact
Vintage art deco style compact, c. 1960s, made by Stratton of Birmingham
A modified compact containing coding on the mirror, designed to be used by CIA operatives – date of production unknown source: CIA

A compact (also powder box, powder case and flapjack) is a cosmetic product. It is usually a small round metal case and contains two or more of the following: a mirror, pressed or loose face powder with a gauze sifter and a powder puff.