Keep that face in place! My tips on how to apply setting powder

Setting powder is a must have when comes to makeup application. I wanted to share three tips on how to apply setting powder because I know many persons may have trouble with their setting powder and do not know why. Personally for me setting powder is a step that completes the look and locks everything into place. During the warmer months, we don’t want anything moving around so setting powder helps with that.

Tip #1: Press the powder into the skin.

This may sound harsh, but setting powder must be pressed into the skin to really play an effective role in the longevity of your makeup. Using a powder puff is idea for picking up the product and pressing it into the skin so as to not disturb all that hard work you just did with buffing your foundation in. If you do decide to use a brush, I recommend a dense brush but still with a patting motion. My favorite brush to use is from the Royal and Langnickel Revolution line, the Domed Kabuki BX 00.

Tip #2: Consider the powder type before applying.

Before you apply your powder, consider if you prefer a pressed or loose formula based on the type of coverage you want and your skin type. For example, I prefer a full coverage and I have combination skin. For all over powder I enjoy the L’Oreal Pro Infallible matte pressed powder. Although it is pressed, it gives a very soft, airbrushed matte finish but with full coverage. I do however, enjoy the loose powders for setting my under eye area. I prefer a translucent powder like the Laura Mercier Translucent setting powder for the under eye as it has a slight yellow tint to it for brightening that area. I also have the RCMA no color powder, which is great for days when I do a cream contour and would prefer not to ruin the colors and shades I created with a tinted powder. If you are a dry skin person, I would only use pressed powders and stay away from the loose because it can accentuate dry patches. For oily skin, loose powder is better because it can be pressed into the skin to really lock everything in place.

Tip #3: Set your setting powder.

To get rid of the powdery look that setting powder can make, a setting spray is a must have. Setting sprays can also help your makeup to last longer so it’s like having double the staying power. I personally love the MAKE UP FOR EVER Mist & Fix setting spray because it not only keeps your makeup in tact, but it also has hydrating ingredients that don’t dry out the skin allowing your skin to breathe, but also be protected from the elements. My favorite affordable option is the L’Oreal Infallible Make up extender setting spray as it gives a fine mist of product that instantly gets rid of excess powder on the skin and locks everything in place.

Feel free to share your setting powder experiences below and any troubles you may be facing with your makeup.