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The Truth About Translucent Powder – A Little Goes A Long Way

February 19, 2026 By KatrinaHess

A loose translucent powder is one of the most important products to use.

It can be used alone or over any foundation or tinged moisturizer. I also, suggest applying on eyelids over eye primer (if using).

WHY:

  • It acts as a piece of silk to glide bronzer, blush, contour powder and eye shadow for easier blending.
  • It sets foundation/tinted moisturizers for longer lasting wear
  • Conceals pores
  • Sets lipstick for lasting wear and creates a “matte” look
  • Sets brow color and softens look

HOW TO:

Face:

  • Best way to apply is with a soft powder puff or large powder brush. How much – a quarter size in the palm of your hand. Roll puff or brush to pick up powder. Starting at center of face apply working out to edges.
  • After Makeup: Lightly apply powder with large brush to blend any seams or streaks that blush or bronzer may have left.

Brows:

  • Apply brow color. Take a spoolie brush dip into powder, dust over brows. This will defuse the color for a softer look and set brow makeup.

Lips:

  • Apply lipstick, blot with tissue or blotting paper, lightly apply powder using a small powder brush, apply second coat of lipstick

MY FAVORITES

  • Kevyn Aucoin: The Gossamer Loose Powder – Light Translucent
  • Laura Mercier: Translucent Loose Powder

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