Face Powders
Powder  is the final touch to your makeup that "sets" the look whether you want to keep your eye shadow in place or seal your foundation. You can even use it alone to mattify your skin. Sometimes it's needed and other times it's not depending on the look you're trying to achieve. Those with dry skin should steer clear of powder unless it's translucent and used for locking in eye makeup (powder will add to flakiness). Those with oily skin should embrace powder since it will help tame shiny skin. Finally, a liquid-to-powder foundation obviously doesn't need powder. However, if you use an oil-based foundation and need to reduce shine, then a powder is a must.
Powder Types- Pressed Powder
- This caked form of powder has an oil base, which may cause it to streak when applied.
- Use a powder puff instead of a powder brush to reduce streaking. If you choose to use a brush, select a natural one rather than a synthetic one.
- Easy to apply throughout the day as a touch up.
- Travels well, even on airplanes.
- This is the best type of powder to use if you have normal to dry skin.
- Loose Powder
- It's light, fluffy, and easy to apply flawlessly. Plus it lasts a long time and creates a great matte finish.
- Using a quality puff to apply loose powder will create the best effect for heavy coverage. For lighter coverage opt for a brush.
- Loose powder is a definite necessity if you work a lot with eye color. It is great for setting shadow when layering colors.
- This is the best choice for use on normal to oily skin when used on the whole face. Otherwise, for combination skin, loose powder does wonders on an oily T-zone.
Powder Color
There are two types of powder when it comes to color. Some powders are translucent (usually white or off-white) and they are meant to set makeup, fill fine lines and minimize large pores. Often you'll see "transluscent" powders that don't look white, but which are ivory, beige, tan or brown. These powders will impart color, so be sure to choose one that closely matches your skin. Also, don't forget to pay attention to whether the powder is warm or cool. It will make a difference, either blending seamlessly into your skin or sitting on top of it.
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