Powder foundation is an AMAZING form of coverage, especially for those with oily skin! In this complete guide to powder foundation, you’ll learn what it is, different methods of application, hacks, advice, and more. Let’s get started!
What Is Powder Foundation?!
Great question! What is powder foundation?! Powder foundation is an alternative to liquid foundation that offers a full coverage finish with a lightweight feel. Those with oily skin find powder foundation to be a suitable form of coverage because of it’s ability to hide oil and shine as the day goes on.
Powder foundation can also be used as a form of touching up makeup throughout the day. Anyone who loves matte makeup will find this to be an amazing coverage alternative!
How do I apply powder foundation?!
There are two common ways to apply powder foundation, let’s go over both.
Sponge Technique
The first and most common way is using a sponge. Often, powder foundation will come with a flat circular sponge, and you use this to blend the foundation.
First make sure to prep your skin, if you don’t know how to read our guide! For best results, make sure you apply a thin coat of moisturizer. Having a thin layer of moisturizer will allow for a flawless, long-wear finish.
Then, let your moisturizer sit for a minute to allow it to soak into your skin. Apply primer, grab the sponge and collect some of the foundation onto it.
Now, use a press-and-roll technique. Gently press the sponge onto your skin then roll the sponge all over the desired area. Start on your cheeks, then move to your nose, up your forehead, then your chin. This technique allows for even distribution.
Continue to press and roll throughout your face. Once done, continue your routine as you regularly would.
This is a useful video tutorial!
Brush Technique
The second technique is to use a brush! Know that using a brush will give you lighter coverage. This technique is perfect for those wanting some degree of coverage, but not too much.
The interesting thing about powder foundation is you can actually control the amount of coverage with the brush you use! Using a dense brush will result in more coverage, as it’s able to pick up the foundation better.
On the other hand, using a medium-density brush will result in a more natural, medium-coverage finish. What you choose is up to you and what you like!
Dome brushes are another alternative and highly recommended.
Here is your tutorial for applying powder foundation with a brush:
- Grab a foundation brush, and dip the brush into the powder.
- Once the powder is nicely distributed on the brush, press the brush onto your skin. Then, go in circular motions all over your face.
- Continue this method and you’ll find that you quickly get coverage.
- Done! Continue your routine as you normally would.
Here is a link to a video tutorial for more help!
How Do I Make Powder Foundation Not Look Cakey?!
Let’s say you followed all of these steps and in the end, your makeup looks cakey! There are a number of explanations as to why powder foundation becomes cakey.
Try out the following hacks for better results:
- Use a setting spray as you go through your routine
- Make sure to properly moisturize
- Don’t pack too much product on.
- Minimize setting powder
- Make sure you are gently pressing, do not press hard onto your skin.
Powder Foundation Hack
Here are some useful powder foundation hacks for you!
- Want to use powder foundation, but not as your form of coverage?! Instead, use powder foundation as a setting powder! After applying liquid foundation, grab a large fluffy brush, and while the setting powder is still on the brush swirl it ALL over your face. This will ensure your base won’t move throughout the day, pretty cool right?
- Mattifying your T Zone: If you find your skin gets oily throughout the day, and want an easy way to combat this try out powder foundation. This will be able to help with minimizing the appearance of oil and shine as the day progresses. Use a sponge, and blot over the areas you wish to remove shine.
- Bronzer: Powder foundation can also work as bronzer! To do this purchase one about 2-3 shades darker than your skin tone, and apply it as you normally would bronzer. Learn all about bronzer here.
That’s a wrap-on powder foundation and all you need to know! Now you know how to apply it, different methods, hacks, pieces of advice, and more. Thank you for reading, and be sure to subscribe to the Beginners Guide To Makeup to receive the latest weekly beauty hacks and trends!
