The Best Face Powder For
Your Skin Type & Makeup Needs
Often the unsung hero of the makeup world, face powder can make a world of difference. It has the power to give you a look that lasts all day rather than creasing and melting off of your face before lunchtime. As with most things, though, not all face powders are made equal. That’s where Maybelline New York comes in– we have a variety of different face powders that are best suited for your skin type and coverage needs. Looking for the best finishing powder that won’t make dry skin feel even drier or simply the best face powder for daily use? We’ve got you covered.
What is Face Powder?
Face powder can come in several different formats, but essentially it is crushed (loose powder) or pressed pigment (pressed powder) that can be applied to the face to transform makeup for a longer-lasting finish. The consistency may look and feel like the baby powder you grew up using, but it can also come in a compact, and each format is intended for certain usage.
What is Face Powder Used For?
In addition to using face powder to set your look so that it lasts all day, it’s also used to mattify an oily complexion. There are several different face powder techniques that can be used such as “baking,” which is when you use loose powder on top of concealer– usually under the eyes– to prevent creasing for a smooth texture. You may also choose to dust setting powder all over your face after your makeup is done to impart an airbrushed look that will help your makeup last. In terms of using face powder to control shine, you’ll want to apply it in oil-prone areas such as the T-zone (forehead, nose, and chin). For some people, applying powder once in the morning is enough, but it’s also helpful to carry a compact with you on the go for mid-day touch-ups.
What are the Different Types of Face Powders?
There’s loose powder, pressed powder, translucent powder, powder foundation, setting powder, banana powder, and more. Depending on the brand, the formulations may be different, but in general, loose, translucent, and setting powders are used to set makeup, and powder foundations and pressed powders are used to even out the skin tone and provide some coverage. Banana powder is in a league of it’s own, though, acting as a color corrector and brightener to counteract areas of darkness (like the under eyes) with its yellow tone.
What's the Difference between Pressed and Loose Powder?
Pressed powder comes as a solid in a compact and tends to be more pigmented and offers more coverage while loose powder is more finely milled and won’t give you as much coverage. Both are great for absorbing oil, but you would use them in different instances. A pressed powder with lots of pigment shouldn’t be used as a finishing powder as it can disrupt the base you’re already wearing. Conversely, a loose powder won’t give you much coverage, so it’s typically not recommended as a base.
The Best Face Powders: The Round-up for Your Skin Type
Best Hybrid Powder-Foundation Face Makeup
Discover a hybrid formula that delivers the performance of a liquid with the comfort of a powder. Super Stay Up to 24HR Hybrid Powder-Foundation is a lightweight powder that provides a soft-matte look with up to 24-hour wear. Plus, it resists sweat, water & transfer. Apply to skin and blend. Use the sponge applicator for full coverage or a brush for a natural finish.
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Best Translucent Face Powder
Bake, set, and forget. Lock down your makeup look with this lightweight, translucent setting powder that brightens your skin and blurs pores for a seamless, matte finish that lasts all day. It can be used alone or on top of makeup. To set: Swirl lightly over the face with a powder brush. To bake: Apply over concealer with a brush, leave on for 5-10 minutes, and brush off. Suitable for all skin tones.
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Best Light Coverage Face Powder
Light coverage with the perfect hint of color? Fit Me for the win! This loose, mineral-based formula gives your skin a matte finish, controls shine, and smooths your complexion, all while adding a touch of tint. Apply with a brush. Swirl brush into powder, tap excess, and lightly dust over face. It can be used alone or on top of makeup.
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Best Buildable Face Powder
So long, shine. This long-lasting pressed powder gives you buildable coverage while controlling shine, mattifying skin, and virtually erasing pores. Better yet, it doubles as a foundation and setting powder. Apply to the forehead, nose, cheeks, and chin and blend all over using gentle downward strokes. It can be worn alone or on top of foundation. Ideal for normal to oily skin.
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The Best Face Powder for Daily Use
If you’re looking to set your makeup, this microfine powder will give you a soft focus blur for all-day wear. Because it’s so finely milled, you won’t feel it, but you’ll reap its airbrush-like benefits. Whether you have dry or oily skin, this is a great addition to your daily routine. Not into the matte look? Skip the areas that you want to keep dewy like the tops of your cheekbones and simply swirl your brush over spots that need some smoothing like your t-zone and under your eyes.
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Is it ok to use Face Powder every day?
Yes, using face powder every day is totally fine. Whether you’re using a powder foundation as the first step in your makeup routine or a setting powder as your last step, face powders are formulated for daily use and can be used every day.
The Best Face Powder for Mature Skin
Mature skin tends to be drier, so a formula that isn’t going to dry you out even more is key. That’s why this formulation, which acts like a liquid is a good fit. It feels lightweight on the skin and won’t cake into fine lines and wrinkles, but it will give you a smoothing effect that nixes discoloration and makes the skin appear more even-toned and in turn, younger. Plus, it’s sweat-, water-, and transfer- resistant ensuring all-day coverage.
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The Best Face Powder for Oily Skin
The name of the game here is looking for a product that will control shine without clogging pores. That’s why you’re going to want to look for indicators such as matte and poreless, which just so happens to be the name of this product. It taps Perlite Mineral technology, which means the powder absorbs oil and mattifies the skin, leaving you smooth and shine-free.
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The Best Face Powder for Dry skin
Sad but true, dry skin can be made to look and feel drier if you don’t use the right products. Rather than caking on heavy formulas, go for something that’s lightweight and offers sheerer coverage like this loose powder. And because your skin doesn’t tend to get greasy, you won’t need to use much, allowing you to apply the powder only in areas where you want just a touch of color.
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The Best Face Powder for Acne-Prone Skin
If you’re blemish-prone, it’s super important to use products that won’t clog your pores. On the label, the magic word to look for is: non-comedogenic. This long-lasting powder promises to last all day while absorbing oil but without clogging pores.
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