Loose powder is an essential part of our beauty kit. So we tell you everything you need to know about this makeup product, which we can not do without in summer!
Most of the time: to try it is to adopt it. Loose powder has found a place in the makeup bags of all those who have ever experienced it. She has the art of bringing this little something to the complexion that will make all the difference. In these times, loose powder has become all the more essential as the step not to be missed … Indeed, when you wear a mask on your face all day, it is better to be armed with this beauty product! Here, we reveal good gestures and advice that will help you master this ultra-fine powder. To your notes!
All you need to know about loose powder
Mattifying and airy, the loose powder is used not only to perfect the complexion, but also to unify and fix it for several hours. It is enough to deposit this veil of transparent product on the entire face – or better: by favoring a few key areas – to obtain a velvet effect as desired. It is with finesse and lightness that the loose powder matifies, neutralizes excess sebum and perfects make-up … provided, of course, that you are well dosed! Yes, be careful not to use too much material – it could actually make your complexion dull!
But then, what is the difference between loose powder and compact powder? This is the question we are answering now.
Loose or compact powder: what differences?
While this beauty product was previously the most used type of powder, it seems that compact powder no longer has a monopoly in our hearts, and this, since the loose powder appeared. But then, what distinguishes these two products?
Although loose powder and compact powder have many common characteristics – such as their mattifying and fixing actions, for example – other criteria differentiate them. This is particularly the case with the unique texture that these two powders have.
Particularly volatile, loose powder may initially appear more complicated to handle than compact powder. Once taken, it turns out to be lighter and easier to work with. Another distinction: while the compact powder reveals a whole palette of diverse and varied shades, the loose powder very often has the advantage of being neutral or at least more transparent. Universal, with the colorless loose powder, you won't have to worry about the wrong color!
However, be aware that this does not mean that you should definitely trade your compact powder for a loose powder. You can simply prefer to use the loose powder of your choice during your beauty treatment, after your morning makeup, and draw your compact powder during the day, for a few touch-ups.
Who is the loose powder best for?
Everybody ! If loose powder has the art of adapting to all skin tones, it is especially thanks to the universal white (and transparent) shade that very often characterizes it. Indeed and we tell you, although it can vary in color depending on the brand that markets it, loose powder is often neutral – a criterion which, be sure, will make your choice easier!
Loose powder can also be as suitable for a person who likes makeup, as someone who uses very little and prefers natural: with this product, the sublimated complexion and healthy-looking effect is also universal. However, while loose powder is the ally of oily skin, dry skin should rather avoid it, otherwise their problem will worsen.
How to properly apply your loose powder?
Do you dream of an absolutely perfect complexion? To get it, you will have to proceed in order: foundation, foundation, concealer, concealer, and finally, a little loose powder to fix everything. If you don't wear a lot of makeup, you can of course skip one of these intermediate steps.
For the application, choose a special loose powder brush, or a fabric puff – you know, this coarse cotton-like accessory that you will use to apply the loose powder evenly on your face. Generally supplied with the loose powder you have chosen, it is perfect for applying this product. Start by depositing the material on your brush or puff before tapping it lightly on the back of your hand to remove the excess material. You can then apply your dose of loose powder on your previously made-up face, especially targeting the T zone: forehead, nose, chin. Keep in mind that the secret to the perfect application of a loose powder lies in two points: first, to know your face and skin well, then to know which areas are most in need of mattifying; secondly, keep your hand light while being content with little material. The skin must be able to continue to breathe and it must not look "plastered".
The loose powder for the complexion … but not only that!
Mattifying, loose powder has not only its place on your complexion, you can also use it on your eyes, as well as on your mouth. Indeed, you will only have to put it on your lips before applying your lipstick or your gloss in order to obtain a better hold. Right after putting on your mouth, the loose powder will serve to matify a little too much lipstick glowy to your liking, as well as extending it.
You can also use this product on your eyelids: tap a little of your loose powder above your eyes, your makeup will only hold better and the eyeshadows are not likely to slip into the folds. Applied under the eyes, this product will allow you to fix your concealer as well as possible.
Multi-functions and actions, loose powder definitely has everything to please!
The editorial products selection
Loose powder mineral finish, matte finish from NYX Professional Makeup – available on nocibe.fr for 9.90 euros
Bourgeois loose powder – available on nocibe.fr for 15.50 euros
Instant fixing powder from Fenty Beauty – available on sephora.fr for 31 euros
Huda Beauty easy bake loose powder loose powder – available on sephora.fr for 35 euros
Laura Mercier's transparent fixing loose powder – available on sephora.fr for 44 euros
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