Say Goodbye to Flashback: 6 Translucent Setting Powders You Need
August 19, 2022
Our Favorite Translucent Powders That Don’t Cause Flashback
NYX Professional Makeup Can’t Stop Won’t Stop Setting Powder
The key ingredient in this matte formula is oil-absorbing rice powder. Its sheer coverage is non-drying, non-cakey and non-ashy, and it’s formulated to blend well into a range of skin tones. Bonus: It’s under $10!
Maybelline New York Lasting Fix Banana Setting Powder
This yellow-tinged microfine powder goes on translucent and blurs pores and imperfections, in addition to locking in your makeup. It has a matte finish that also helps minimize shine throughout the day.
YSL Beauty All Hours Powder in Universal
This powder absorbs oil and sets foundation on contact. The light yet buildable formula won’t cause cakiness or flakes, and the chic compact makes midday touch-ups feel like a luxurious experience.
Dermablend Loose Setting Powder in Translucent
An influencer fave, this powder has been at the top of our list for years. It mattifies the skin without flashback and helps reduce the appearance of large pores. If you have oily skin, this is the perfect powder for you.
Giorgio Armani Beauty Luminous Silk Glow Setting Powder
For a lightweight setting powder that adds a bit of dewiness (not flashback!) to your look, Luminous Silk Glow is a must-have. It lasts all day and has a perfecting, smoothing effect.
Kosas Cloud Setting Powder
The bamboo stem and passionfruit leaf extract-infused formula mattifies the complexion and helps blur imperfections for a soft-focus finish. You can even wear the powder without makeup.
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