Setting powder success often relies on the type of product you pick up from the shelves. From high street heroes such as Boots to beloved boujee beauty halls including those at Liberty and Selfridges, you’ll be inundated with choice when it comes to buying a new powder.
I’ve tried and tested a great deal of these face powders, enough so that I feel ultra-qualified to share the following six of the best setting powders with you.
These buys will all target shine, prolong the life of your makeup, and feel super lightweight and fresh on skin. You’re welcome.
6 of the best setting powders to try
No matter the vibe of your makeup underneath, or how and where you want to set your makeup, these are my top picks of the best powders around:
The best translucent powder
Oily skin and enlarged pores tend to go hand-in-hand, but this powder quickly minimises the look of pores, and sets makeup in the areas that you get the worst breakthrough shine. You can wear it dusted all over, and it’s great for pinpoint application too.
The face powder with the best shade range
Available in 50 shades, this powder is a powerhouse. A little goes a long way and if you prefer a matte finish, you can use it as a full coverage foundation too. If you want something more lightweight and natural, forgo the sponge applicator that comes with it and use a small tapered fluffy brush to dust onto the T-zone.
The best loose powder
This loose powder is really lightweight and velvety with a near-invisible finish. You can opt for a choice of the brand’s stretchable shades that genuinely work across a couple of skin tones, but the best pick in my opinion is the translucent shade, which is truly universal.
The best undereye setting powder
Setting your undereyes can be a dangerous game. With the wrong concealer/powder duo, it can end up a cakey mess, but this powder is so finely-milled and easy to blend that it doesn’t settle into any fine lines or wrinkles. It’s super compact too, so you easily pop it in your bag and apply on the go.
The best compact powder
This is without a doubt is one of the hardest working powders available. You can use it for coverage as well as on the go for mattifying an oily T-zone without looking cakey. A great all-rounder to invest in.
The best on-the-go powder
I normally steer clear of powder puffs but the one that’s built into the lid of the Baby Bake is super handy for touching up your base on the go. It’s great for resetting your undereye area as well as mattifying a shiny forehead and chin.
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