Setting and fixing the makeup is as important as applying it correctly. Thus, an essential step to lock your makeup in place is applying setting powders that give it a flawless finish while keeping it intact. A wide variety of setting powders are available in the market. To understand the types and how they work, we have made a comprehensive guide on them, letting you know everything there is about the magic of setting powders.
What is Setting Powder?
A setting powder is a makeup product that is used to set and fix all the face products applied before, like foundation and concealer, ensuring that they stay in place for a long time. It’s mostly packed in a pressed or loose powder, typically applied with a makeup brush. Setting Powders are usually applied over the liquid or cream makeup so it does not move or fade throughout the day. They absorb excess oil from your face, reduce unnecessary shine, and set liquid or cream products with a mattified and radiant finish, depending on the type of powder used.
How Does Setting Powder Work?
Setting powders are perfect for reducing fine lines, and pores while avoiding creasing and providing full coverage. It gives the makeup a smoother, seamless look. They also help in reducing oil from the skin. Setting powders are not only oil-absorbant but also fade and smudge-proof. Thus, setting powders ensures that your makeup looks flawless throughout the day.
Another advantage of setting powders is that they balance out the finish of your makeup, making it easy for other products to be applied in smooth, easy strokes. They can also be used for touch-ups for long makeup wear as setting powders would mattify the skin while controlling oil and moisture. Setting powders turns out to be a versatile advantage, as they not only restore the original freshness of the makeup but also protect it from sweat and heat.
When to Apply a Setting Powder?
Applying a setting powder is a step that comes after liquid or cream products like foundation, concealer, and cream/liquid blushes are applied. Setting powders fix these liquid and cream products in place and hence, create a clean and smooth base for products used in the further steps of a makeup routine such as eye makeup products to be applied. If you are using a setting spray for an extended period and want your makeup to retain its matte finish, apply a setting powder first so that the makeup is properly secured in place. They can also be applied for quick touch-ups to keep your makeup look fresh.
How To Apply Setting Powder?
- Start with a clean and moisturized face, then apply your foundation and concealer.
- For a light, all-over application, take a fluffy brush, and for a precise, matte finish, use a damp makeup sponge.
- Gently dip your brush or sponge into the powder, tapping away the excess.
- Apply on your face, focusing more on the areas that are oil-prone or are likely to crease, such as the T-zone; forehead, nose, and chin, under the eyes, and around the mouth.
- Using a brush, gently dust off any excess and blend it into your skin for a seamless and natural look.
- Allow the powder to set your makeup, ensuring it stays in place and looks fresh throughout the day.
Types of Makeup Setting Powders:
Setting Powders typically come in two forms, and their uses differ according to convenience and need for the look.
Using a more solid formula, setting powders are often pressed into pan or compact boxes. These powders are incredibly convenient. Preferred for their ease of use, compact powders are perfect portable companions for people who need their makeup hassle-free. Compact powders set your makeup with a matte finish. They come in different shades, catering to every skin tone and texture. They also come in different formulas, so compacts can work for all skin types, making them a perfect setting powder for oily skin, dry, sensitive, and combination skin. For Example, PAC Cosmetics’ Take Cover Compact Powder is a product that is breathable, hydrating, and best for oily skin.
Loose Powders are finely milled into a powder and applied with a brush over your wet makeup base. This powder comes packed in small jars and is preferred for full-coverage makeup. It’s lightweight, thus giving an air-brushed look to your makeup that looks expertly done. Loose powders are perfect makeup-setters as they reduce shine from unnecessary grease in a minimal amount, thus giving your facial features a soft focus and enhancing your natural beauty. There are varied types of loose powders such as translucent powder, loose-colored powder, mattifying powder, banana powder, and illuminating powder. Each type of loose powder serves its unique purpose. For example, PAC’s Spotlight Loose Powder is a product that is perfect for a radiant finish. It controls shine for up to 24 hours, while your makeup stays for up to 16 hours. The Spotlight Loose Powder creates a soft and illuminating finish that looks beautifully unblemished.
Every setting powder, in its nature, is important for getting the desired look for its consumer. But the key to nail your look is to choose wisely when it comes to setting powders, as they are the ones that set your makeup as per your requirements. But having options is always great, right? Check out our other products here!
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