Loose finishing powder, we’ve all heard of it, but what is it, and more importantly how do you use it? Loose finishing powder is PERFECT because it’s a quick and easy way to remove oil and shine from the day! In this blog post, you’ll learn what loose finishing powder is, how to use it, and commonly asked questions answered!!
Let’s Start With The Basics.
What is loose setting powder used for?
Great question, what is loose finishing powder?! Loose finishing powder is a makeup product that gives your skin a natural blur and smoothens the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. The reason why it’s able to do this is because of it’s fine texture and matte finish!
Loose finishing powder can either be luminous or matte. Those with oily skin will find finishing powder very beneficial, as it gets rid of oil and shine! Finishing powder is super beneficial for oily skin, dry skin should stay away from it. If you have combo skin, finishing powder is perfect for you.
Which Finishing Powder is the best?
So a super good cheap one is the Maybelline FIT Me Loose Finishing Powder! I LOVE using this for quickly getting rid of the oil and shine from the day and mattifying my face. My face gets super oily by the end of the day, so this is my quick fix.
Here is a link to my review on this powder!!
What brush do I use for finishing powder?
A large fluffy brush is always your best bet! I personally use the Wet N Wild Powder Brush and it’s AMAZING for how cheap it is.
How Do I Use Loose Finishing Powder?
- Make sure all of your makeup is done, and grab a fluffy brush and your finishing powder.
- Most of the time, loose finishing powder comes in a box where you can control the amount of powder you get. While it’s closed, flip it over to get some of it out. Open the product and dip the brush into the pan. Gently shake left, and right to lose some product if you’ve grabbed too much.
- There are 2 ways to apply:
- The first is applying the powder all over your face, this is going to be super useful for those with oily skin to prevent oil and shine throughout the day. Start by gently sweeping the brush around your face in a circular motion.
- The second option is to apply only where you get oily. For example, I notice my skin gets super oily on my forehead, chin, and nose so I only apply the powder there. Start by collecting some of the powder on the brush and patting the brush onto parts of the face that get oily.
- Once you’re done sweeping the powder on your face, feel free to apply setting spray! This isn’t necessary but can be super useful for those that struggle with makeup staying on their skin.
Video Tutorial
Here is your video tutorial on using loose finishing powder:
Loose Finishing Powder Hacks
- Want more coverage from your powder? Use a beauty puff! These are alternatives to brushes and provide more coverage.
- For ultimate long-wear makeup apply your finishing powder, then apply setting spray! Your makeup will stick to your skin ALL day!
Loose Setting Powder FAQ
I like to include these because it allows makeup beginners to learn EVERYTHING in one blog post rather than searching the whole internet!! Here are the questions and answers to the most popular searched things about loose finishing powder!
Is setting powder and loose powder the same?
Do they provide the same results? Yes! They essentially have the same finish but are used differently. I’d say setting powder is on the cleaner side as loose setting powder can be messy sometimes
Do you need loose setting powder?
No! Feel free to test it out if you have oily skin, but if it doesn’t work for you that’s ok!
Is Loose powder better than pressed?
Personally, I prefer pressed setting powder just because of how it works well with my dry skin. I don’t need a lot of mattifying products, but when I do I use either.
When should you apply setting powder?
The setting powder should be applied after all of your makeup is done.
Now you know everything you need to know about loose finishing powder! How to use it, where to apply it, commonly asked questions, and more!! Subscribe to keep up with beginnersguidetomakeup.com for more content like this!
