21-02-2025
13 blurring face powders for a filter-like look
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Let's face it: Sometimes when we do our makeup, oil and creases tend to pop up in the most inconvenient areas. And if you're like me, then you've probably tried every technique and product in the book to get a long-lasting, shine-free makeup look. Luckily, I've found that a good setting powder can help combat this problem.
Setting powder is truly one of the best makeup products for completing your look and mattifying and locking in your makeup. Read on for 13 of the best blurring powders that have beauty experts' stamps of approval.
This lightweight Laura Mercier loose setting powder locks in makeup for 24-hour shine control, and it reduces the appearance of texture and pores while giving your makeup a matte look.
>> Buy the Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder for $43 on Amazon
This bareMinerals Mineral Veil setting powder contains ingredients like corn starch and iron oxides that help absorb oil for a soft-focus finish.
>> Buy the bareMinerals Mineral Veil Setting Powder for $35 on Amazon
This talc-free Airspun setting powder doesn't crease or cake and is a super affordable option for makeup beginners.
>> Buy the Airspun Loose Face Powder for $6.99 (30% off) on Amazon
For an effortless glow that's always selfie-ready, this e.l.f. Halo Glow setting powder helps create the perfect airbrush finish.
>> Buy the e.l.f. Halo Glow Setting Powder for $8 on Amazon
Apply this Maybelline Matte + Poreless powder to cover up blemishes or set your under eye concealer. It's ideal for normal to oily skin and lasts for up to 12 hours of wear.
>> Buy the Maybelline Fit Me Matte + Poreless Powder for $8.64 (14% off) on Amazon
This pink KimChi Chic powder has oil-absorbing and anti-aging properties and is infused with vitamin E and rice powder to soothe and protect the skin.
>> Buy the KimChi Chic Beauty Puff Puff Pass Setting Powder for $19 on Amazon
For waterproof makeup that lasts all day long, go with the Urban Decay All Nighter setting powder, which has a matte finish that blocks shine.
>> Buy the Urban Decay All Nighter Waterproof Setting Powder for $35 on Amazon
This Sacha Buttercup setting powder is camera flash-friendly, and the soft yellow color just melts into your skin.
>> Buy the Sacha Buttercup Setting Powder for $32 on Amazon
For a translucent finish, bake and set your makeup with this Maybelline Banana Powder. It easily blends into the skin to illuminate your makeup and leave an undetectable finish.
>> Buy the Maybelline Lasting Fix Banana Powder for $9.98 (23% off) on Amazon
Get a peachy keen glow with this Revolution Beauty Peach Baking Powder. It suits all skin tones and you can lightly tap it on under your eyes and over your makeup, let it set for a few minutes and blend it in for a flawless look.
Buy the Revolution Beauty Peach Baking Powder for $8 on Amazon
This mineral-based NYX Professional Makeup powder is silky, lightweight and easy to apply with a brush or makeup sponge.
>> Buy the NYX Professional Makeup HD Finishing Powder for $9.99 (17% off) on Amazon
Carry this L'Oreal Paris Age Perfect Powder on the go for touch ups or use it for a light coverage look. It even doubles as a foundation!
>> Buy the L'Oreal Paris Age Perfect Foundation Powder for $13.89 on Amazon
For sheer and lightweight coverage that doesn't leave a white cast, go with the wet n wild Photo Focus setting powder. It's infused with Vitamin E and comes in four different shades.
>> Buy the wet n wild Photo Focus Setting Powder for $6.64 on Amazon
