Abstract: A method and apparatus for embedding an amount of cosmetic powder into a cosmetic pad, and a pre-powdered cosmetic pad thereof. The cosmetic pad generally includes a thin open-celled foam pad having a top face and a bottom face and an amount of cosmetic powder embedded into the top face of the pad so that the cosmetic powder is visible on the top face of the pad. In a method for embedding an amount of cosmetic powder into a cosmetic pad, a cosmetic pad is inserted into a chamber having an amount of cosmetic powder deposited therein and a pressure is applied within the chamber whereby an amount of cosmetic powder is drawn into the cosmetic pad and embedded therein. Preferably, a stencil having a decorative cut-out pattern is also inserted into the chamber between the cosmetic pad and the amount of cosmetic powder whereby, upon the application of pressure within the chamber, an amount of cosmetic powder is drawn through the stencil and embedded into the cosmetic pad.