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4 Setting Powders that Work 

May 16, 2017

I have always had oily skin and have trouble keeping my makeup in place, which is why I'm so obsessed with having a shine-free complexion. Having a good skincare regime helps a lot, but a great finishing powder is what can really make a difference.In junior high, a boy asked me why I was sweating after looking at my face, but I wasn’t sweating, my skin was just oily. I was mortified! I have always had oily skin and have trouble keeping my makeup in place, which is why I’m so obsessed with having a shine-free complexion. Having a good skincare regime helps a lot, but a great finishing powder is what can really make a difference. I know that when I get older I will appreciate my oily skin, but for now I still like to use products that keep my skin matte.

If you are looking for a way to make your makeup appear flawless or you struggle to keep your makeup in place, this is the post for you!

4 Setting Powders that Work

  1. Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder: I recently tried this powder via Influenster. It’s one of the first translucent medium deep setting powders for dark skin. My first thought was, it’s a translucent powder why the heck does it need to be brown! I have to admit, though, having a powder that matches my skin does make it easier to blend and not have to worry about residue. This powder is long wearing and keeps my makeup matte. It also comes in the standard Natural Finish for all skin tones.
  2. Tarte Smooth Operator Amazonian Clay Finishing Setting Powder. This was the first finishing powder that I tried. It is amazing! It absorbs oil, mattifies the skin, and minimizes the appearance of pores. It comes in a compact and loose powder option. I prefer the compact (less mess).
  3. Pixi Quick Fix Powder. The Pixi powder is an inexpensive alternate to the Tarte powder and provides a flawless matte finish. I really can’t tell the difference between the two, and for $12 dollars less, it’s a great choice. If you want to learn more about other Pixi products check out: Capture Your Natural Beauty With Pixi by Petra, The No Makeup Look with Pixi by Petra, and Bedtime Ritual with Pixi Beauty.
  4. Estée Lauder Perfecting Loose Powder: I am a huge fan of Estée Lauder’s Double Wear Stay-in-Place foundation in addition to the Double Wear powder so I decided to try their translucent powder. It does control shine and helps minimize imperfections, but for the price, I feel the aforementioned brands are a better option.

What setting powder do you recommend? Let me know in the comments.

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8 Comments · Labels: Beauty Tagged: Beauty Tip, Product review

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  1. Margaret Hall says

    May 16, 2017 at 12:09 pm

    I love this post.As you know i too have oily skin and use setting powders. Thanks for some recommendations. I will try one of these.

    Reply
    • asaherrman says

      October 15, 2017 at 1:05 pm

      Yay! I’m glad you found it helpful. Thanks for the comment. :*

      Reply
  2. Erica Uhlig says

    May 30, 2017 at 7:01 pm

    The Kat Von D “Lock It” powder is my HOLY GRAIL. She doesn’t joke around that the powder will really lock in your makeup for the day.

    Reply
    • asaherrman says

      October 15, 2017 at 1:01 pm

      Umm, this is totally going on my beauty wishlist. I love some of her other products so I’m sure this one will be awesome too. Thanks for the recommendation! 🙂

      Reply
  3. Kelli Bryson says

    June 5, 2017 at 7:35 pm

    I would love to try the Double cleanse Solid Cleansing Oil and Cleaning Cream because I need to try something different. I love all of it!

    Reply
  4. TOMBO (formerly blazingdane01) says

    June 5, 2017 at 7:43 pm

    Would love to try the 24K Eye Elixir Peptide. Im always looking for something better

    Reply
  5. My Brunette Adventure says

    June 8, 2017 at 6:50 pm

    Great post! I love using my Laura Mercier finishing powder.

    Reply
    • asaherrman says

      October 15, 2017 at 12:56 pm

      Thanks Jessica! It’s definitely a good one.

      Reply

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