Few women can boast healthy skin. The prima world catwalks and film stars, sparkling at social events, envy the perfect even complexion. But most often it is not a matter of natural beauty, but of quality cosmetics.
The foundation of great makeup is powder. You will find feedback, photos and detailed descriptions of the most popular beauty products in our rating.
How to choose?
The choice of cosmetics is a rather complicated process, which is aggravated due to the huge number of offers from well-known manufacturers. Buying powder can take much longer, because there are many subtleties and their secrets. Let's talk about what are the powders:
- with a tonal basis - suitable for owners of normal or dry skin, but is unlikely to cope with a large number of bumps or wrinkles;
- compact powder - the best friend who is always at hand;
- highlighter - emphasizes the shape of the face, and if used incorrectly, all the shortcomings;
- antiseptic - for problem skin with inflammation;
- transparent powder - for professionals, evens out the skin and is most often applied on top of foundation;
- friable powder enriched with minerals;
- cream powder - it happens with a matting effect, which allows you to permanently maintain complexion without oily sheen;
- balls - for day and evening makeup, give shine;
- baked powder - has a slightly moist texture, so it easily adapts to your skin.
So, if you have already decided on the brand and type of powder, you are faced with another difficult task - to choose a tone. There are two scenarios:
- You are using foundation and want to buy powder. Go to the store and buy a similar shade in the line of the same brand. It is important to remember that with differences in the color of foundation and powder, the makeup will look untidy. The exception is clear powder.
- You use only powder. In this case, with the choice of a suitable shade, you will have to suffer a little and even turn to consultants for help. Advice from the beautician: apply the tester near the eyebrows on the bridge of the nose. It is in this area that it is easiest to understand whether this shade is suitable for the skin.
Normal, dry or oily.
Another, no less significant landmark is the type of skin. You can’t just decide what suits you, for example, clear powder.
Reviews of the fair sex with dry skin urge you to pay attention to cream powder. It retains moisture and does not let in the sun. Do not forget about the nourishing cream, which will replenish the supply of trace elements.
Owners of oily skin are in constant search of a means that can rid the face of the hated shine. Here you can not do without high-quality matting powder.
However, the most difficult task was posed in a combination skin situation where a T-matting agent is required. Do not despair, either good cream powder or a “base + loose powder” pair will come to the rescue.
Problem skin
Special attention deserves problem skin. No one wants to flaunt acne, black spots, or enlarged pores. However, in trying to disguise their “problems” with the wrong means, girls and women make the biggest mistake. The skin condition only worsens, it suffocates under a layer of cosmetics, without which it is already difficult to do.
So, in order not to fall into a vicious circle, firstly, you need to read the label. Means for problem skin should:
- do not clog pores;
- do not contain oils;
- be antibacterial.
The only suitable option is mineral powder. The feedback and opinions of most cosmetologists are advised to pay attention to loose powder, because the compact contains more coarse particles, which can aggravate the inflammatory process.
In addition, the content of SPF plays an important role. The sun's rays also negatively affect the condition of the problem skin.
Clarins
The choice of high-quality powder does not tolerate savings, because it is your health and beauty. Of course, brands whose cosmetic products are distributed through catalogs also have their customers. But because of their qualities, they did not fall into our “modest” rating.
One of the most popular beauty brands is Clarins. Her story began in 1954 when the Clarins Beauty Institute was opened in Paris, introducing the first batch of natural oils. After 26 years, the brand’s cosmetic products go global.
It is worth noting that the two samples we presented are the best, according to real reviews. There were no serious flaws or discrepancies with information from the manufacturer.
Ever matte
This is the only powder in the Clarins line that has a matting effect. The special Stop-Brilliance complex combines the purity of mineral pigments and the benefits of plant extracts. According to the promises of marketers, the powder makes the skin perfectly smooth, eliminates oily sheen and tightens pores.
Ever Matte is the most popular compact powder. Most of the reviews are not just positive, but rather similar to laudatory odes. Among the advantages of the customer, they note:
- preservation of matte skin from 3 to 5 hours, depending on individual characteristics;
- It is convenient to carry and adjust makeup during the day;
- light floral aroma;
- soft texture;
- affordable price.
Skin illusion
The unique radiance and gentle care gives another beauty product Clarins. Skin Illusion is a mineral friable powder that does not contain oils, which means it will suit even the most sensitive skin.
Created on the basis of plant extracts and minerals, the powder reliably masks minor imperfections and provides a stable coating. Light texture provides perfect complexion.
Many shoppers note the healthy look and radiance that Skin Illusion gives. Pores are not clogged, and peeling and wrinkles are not underlined - these are the main advantages of this beauty product.
Loose face powder, reviews of which are presented in our review, is available together with a convenient brush in six shades.
Guerlain meteorites
Guerlain has vast experience in the development of luxury cosmetics. Therefore, it is not surprising that brand experts managed to create powder that touched women's hearts. It's about the fabulous Meteorites Perles series.
Amazing multi-colored pearls - this is what the “ball" powder looks like. The response of each representative of the fair sex about her is filled with enthusiasm. Small balls have a perfectly even shape and, depending on the shade, perform different functions:
- soft green hide redness;
- white - lighten;
- golden give shine;
- lilac reflect light.
Flawless powder in all respects has another incredibly pleasant feature - the fragrance of violets, which conquers with the first stroke. In fact, such a powder is not a matter of prime necessity - it is more like pampering. She gives gloss and radiance to the skin and a little matting - this is the convergence of most customers. However, applying “magic pearls” with a weightless puff is necessary on top of a cream or tonal foundation, so as not to emphasize the visible imperfections of the skin.
Guerlain experts, observing the demand for Meteorites Perles, decided that a similar compact powder would be in demand. Reviews of girls and women are 100% confirmed the validity of such conjectures. In an instant, a perfect mosaic was created from ideal balls, and the palette, aroma and properties remained the same. It is convenient to carry Meteorites in a new format in your purse - you can now add skin to a noble radiance at any time.
The sculptor herself
Blanc de Perle is a tonal foundation or matting powder, reviews of which in all women's publications are extremely enthusiastic. The reason for this is her amazing qualities, which are able to give a magnificent complexion.
All three shades presented in one product merge with your skin and reliably hide imperfections. In addition, Guerlain experts promise a feeling of lightness and weightlessness, as well as an amazing radiance. Lipophobic and hydrophobic powders allow you to regulate the appearance of excess sebum and gloss, solar filters will prevent the formation of age spots.
The delicate aroma of pink pepper, mint and white flowers is a nice addition, however, like a luxurious white case. Not very practical, but elegant and noble.
Tanning effect
The first Terracotta novelties appeared in 1984. Today, in the framework of the "solar" series presented:
- several types of tonal basis;
- sun protection;
- a serum that prolongs the tan;
- tinted self-tanning gel;
- bronzing powder.
Customer reviews highlight Terracotta Light. The texture of this powder is very light and is almost not felt on the skin. Gold particles are added to the mosaic of five perfectly selected shades, which give the skin a gentle and radiant tanning effect.
Like other Guerlain beauty products, this powder has a special aroma. First you will feel bright notes of bergamot and mandarin, which are replaced by feminine ylang-ylang, jasmine and gardenia. Woody notes combined with vanilla complete the elaborate composition.
Clinique
Clinique Laboratory was one of the first to introduce non-allergenic fragrance-free cosmetics on the market. Decorative and cosmetics for care today are created using the latest developments and a cycle of clinical research.
In our review, two bestsellers of the popular brand will be presented.
Stay-Matte Sheer Pressed Powder is a compact matting powder. Reviews of regular customers confirm the lack of gloss on the face for quite a long time, and in some cases even throughout the day. With the help of microscopic vesicles, the release of fat is neutralized, but at the same time, the agent does not provoke inflammation of the sebaceous glands.
You can achieve a denser application by using a sponge, and a light “veil” will appear thanks to the brush.
Anti blemish solutions
The Clinique brand is proud that all products are hypoallergenic. Anti Blemish Solutions for problematic skin is the perfect powder. Reviews of the new product confirm the instant effect of “disguise”.
The equalization of tone, a well-groomed look without oily sheen, a perfect coating and a comfortable feeling on the skin are promised to us by the manufacturer. In addition, the unique formula is able to withstand moisture, sweat or water. Does not dry skin.
Shiseido
In 1872, a small network of pharmacies was created in Japan under the direction of Arinobu Fukahara. In those days, no one thought about the dangers of cosmetics, and women, for the sake of beauty, without knowing it, even poisoned themselves with poisonous substances. Fukahara decided to change the situation, and soon the first foundation cream appeared on sale - this is how the new Shiseido story began.
Today, the brand produces decorative and medicinal cosmetics, combining oriental philosophy and the latest developments.
Translucent Loose Powder, according to girls and women, deserves the title of “Best Powder”. Reviews note its incredible properties, thanks to which the skin literally glows from the inside.
Amazingly light texture, simple application with a gentle powder puff and matting qualities appealed to many representatives of the fair sex.
Transusent Loose Powder is a weightless powder that practically does not hide redness and small pimples. This, according to customers, is the only negative.
Fashion by PUPA
Face and body care lines, makeup, perfumes and other beauty products from the Italian brand Pupa have long been loved by Russians.
The company's experts do not cease to please us with high-quality products, and Luminys Baked Face Powder “with a silk effect” is one of them.
This is baked powder, reviews of which exceed all expectations. Some girls are ready to personally thank its creators. So what do they promise us?
- alignment of skin tone;
- masking flaws;
- natural complexion.
Surprisingly, most customers confirm all this. However, there were some flaws. The powder dries the skin, so before applying it is better to use a moisturizer or BB cream. In addition, such a product is not suitable for problem skin.
Unlike the above cosmetic products, the Pupa brand belongs to the mass market, but the price of the powder is not much lower than that of Clinique, for example. This can also be attributed to the “minuses”.
Korean cosmetics
Concluding our short review, it would be wrong to ignore the cosmetics of Korean manufacturers. Recently, many women have been using the popular brands Tony Moly, SkinFood and Holika Holika.
It is worth noting that, in our understanding, funds from Korean cosmetologists do not give the very “powder effect". Reviews of regular customers recall that in Asia, radiant skin is considered beautiful, which means that there is no question of a matte face. Although there are exceptions.
In any case, it is important to learn how to use a tool such as powder. The feedback and advice of a professional makeup artist will tell you how to emphasize the advantages and hide the minor imperfections of your skin.