Loose powder or compact powder: which one should you choose?

An essential step in any complexion make-up routine, powder helps to even out the skin, absorb excess sebum and visually blur pores and minor imperfections. However, the texture you choose should meet your specific needs:

• Loose powder: Lightweight and very fine, loose powder is ideal for setting make-up and using the baking technique. It offers an ultra-natural, imperceptible finish, perfect for setting concealer and under-eye corrector without accentuating wrinkles or fine lines.
• Compact powder: Practical and providing good coverage, compact powder can be taken anywhere for quick touch-ups throughout the day. It instantly mattifies the T-zone (forehead, nose, chin) and provides additional correction for the complexion.

How to apply your face powder correctly?

For an even finish and a soft-skin effect, application is key:

1. To mattify and set: Pick up a small amount of translucent powder using a large, flared powder brush, tap off any excess, then gently sweep across the entire face from the centre outwards.
2. To set and target specific areas: Use a powder puff or sponge to apply the powder with light pressure to areas prone to shine or to the under-eye area to set your concealer.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – Face Powders