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With top picks from e.l.f., Maybelline, and NYX.
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The latest formulas have a featherweight finish that will lock makeup in place while remaining undetectable.
We evaluated each one based on its formula, finish, wear, and shade range.
Check out these Byrdie favorites for locking your look in place.
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We love how weightless the formula isit’s one of the most finely milled powders we’ve ever tried.
It glides onto the skin seamlessly, setting makeup in place and tempering shine while creating anairbrushedfinish.
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This loose powder has been a go-to for women sincewait for it1935.
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(We appreciate that the vintage packaging speaks to that old-school history.)
The product was ahead of its time before the term ‘baking’ was used in makeup.
As the name suggests, the pigments are blended with air so that this feels totally featherweight.
It tames oily spots and sets makeup in place without leaving a heavy or cakey finish.
We also like that it doesn’t alter foundation color when applied on top of it.
Best Radiant
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This is the perfect pick for anyone who wants to maintain aradiant complexionwhile tempering excess oil.
It uses finely milled synthetic sapphire particles to set your skin while providing luminosity.
“Plus, it has a natural matte finish, which I love.”
It comes in eight shades, which is extensive for a drugstore brand.
We loved how well it set the skin without looking dry.
It’s also waterproof, aka, perfect for summer, humid climates, or stressful days.
Setting powders can seal your makeup, reducing transfer or smearing.
They can also add some additional coverage while providing the desired finish, such as glowy or matte looks.
If you’re worried about excess oil, look for asetting powder for oily skin.
It can also help absorb oil or prevent creasing.
Translucent powder is a jot down of setting powder that contains no pigments.
Some setting powders have a pigment, which helps provide additional coverage or can be worn alone.
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Translucent powder helps preserve makeup, absorb oil, and create a certain finish without adding color.
The purpose of setting powder is to secure your makeup.
Setting powders often contain talc and silica, which absorb excess oils from your skin and your base products.
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Alyssa has been a writer at Byrdie since 2022, where she covers all things beauty.
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