Powder foundation is one of the most popular choices for many women, as it's easy to apply, blends well, and provides a natural-looking finish. But with so many options on the market, how do you know which one is right for you? We've rounded up the most trending powder foundation options to help you find the perfect match.
Size: 0.28 oz/ 8 g·ITEM: 2376242
Color: Light/Medium
$35.00
I'm so happy with this blotting powder! The product is light and invisible, unlike other cakey powders. ...This is a pressed powder not an actual foundation but I thought I would try it.
What it is: A lightweight, refillable, pressed finishing powder that layers smoothly over foundation for a fresh, soft-matte finish that lasts all day.
Coverage: Light
Finish: Matte
Formulation: Pressed Powder
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens and phthalates. It is also vegan and cruelty-free.
What Else You Need to Know: Enriched with skin conditioners and ultra-fine absorbing powders that help blot away excess oil, this powder is designed to appear invisible on most complexions and won't settle in fine lines. Compact is refillable—once you hit pan, just pop in a refill (sold separately). It includes a cushion-puff applicator.
Size: 0.39 oz/ 11 g·ITEM: 1659515
Color: Medium - light to medium complexions with beige undertones
$36.00
I use the Secret Agent tinted moisturizer in VEIL then use this poweder in FAIR to set it. The powder is very sheer and light. It does not leave smile lines like some powders&foundations do which is great!...Use as finishing powder...I actually use this as a finishing powder after my foundation is on. It smooths the whole look out without being too light like most finishing powders.
What it is:
A mineral-based pressed powder.
What it does:
This whisper-light mineral pressed powder allows skin to breathe while treating it with soothing vitamins and minerals.
What it is formulated WITHOUT:
- Parabens
- Sulfates
- Phthalates
What else you need to know:
This powder contains Skinvigorating™ ingredients vitamin E, antioxidants that fight free radical damage, and mineral pigments, known for soothing and softening properties.
Size: 1.08 oz / 32 mL·ITEM: 2773778
Color: Medium Cool
$47.00
I love this foundation so much! I have tried all the latest trendy foundations and this outperforms them all!...With the clean girl look trend I’ve been looking for more natural looking bases.
What it is: A full-coverage matte foundation for oily skin, skin-balancing serum, and broad-spectrum SPF 40 sunscreen in one.
Coverage: Full
Finish: Matte
Formulation: Cream
SPF: SPF 40
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Air Licium®: Instantly creates a skin-blurring effect; absorbs and reduces shine.
- Lentil Seed Extract: Minimizes the look of pores.
- Hyaluronic Acid: Hydrates dry skin and prevents the appearance of dry patches.
Ingredient Callouts: Non-comedogenic, fragrance free and vegan formula.
Size: 1.2 oz / 35 ml·ITEM: 2690931
Color: 9 - Medium with warm undertones
$49.00
I will experiment with different powders to see if it’ll be compatible....The Best Serum Foundation I've Tried...I've been trying out a lot of different serum foundations lately because I've decided to use them in place of powder to even out my skin tone.
What it is: A lightweight skin tint that boosts moisture levels by up to 52% for a dewy glow, and provides a sheer veil of coverage for comfortable, all-day wear.
Coverage: Light
Finish: Radiant
Formulation: Liquid
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Meadowfoam Seed Oil: Replenishes with nourishing fatty acids to strengthen skin’s moisture barrier.
- Hyaluronic Acid: Attracts water to plump skin with hydration.
- Plant-Based Squalane: Protects against moisture loss to help retain skin’s natural radiance.
Size: 0.32 / 9 g·ITEM: 2700664
Color: 23 - deep with neutral undertones
$36.00
A foundation must have....I have been waiting for the day Rihanna would release a foundation stick and it arrived. Shade #8 is a perfect match. ...I’ve tried a few different primers and setting powders with it with the same result. But over all, it’s the main foundation I use!
What it is: A light-coverage, long-wear tint stick with a creamy, smooth texture that instantly blurs while melting into skin for a natural finish.
Coverage: Light to Medium
Finish: Natural
Formulation: Cream
What Else You Need to Know: This crease-proof formula delivers a blurred, smooth, second-skin finish that resists fading and transferring. Easy to use, the stick helps with all-day hydration and contains color-true pigments that resist oxidation. Plus, it’s 100 percent recyclable.
Size: 0.28 oz / 8 g·ITEM: 2730828
Color: Universal
$15.00
Also LOVE that it’s talc free, so hard to find in other powders. Great formula and application overall :)...I’ve been struggling with loose setting powders and other pressed powders have been way too drying.
What it is: An ultra-fine, skin-smoothing setting powder that reduces shine and keeps complexion matte with long-wear results.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS & SLES, triclocarban, triclosan, and contains less than one percent synthetic fragrance. It is also vegan, gluten-free, cruelty-free, and comes in recyclable packaging.
What Else You Need to Know: This non-comedogenic, vegan, ultra-silky pressed powder smooths skin texture and minimizes the appearance of pores while instantly mattifying the skin by absorbing excess oil and controls shine with a long-lasting mattifying effect. The universal
Size: .35 oz/ 10 g·ITEM: 2268654
Color: Crystal - very light to light
$42.00
Excellent pressed setting powder. I am very happy with all of NARS setting powders because they don’t settle into fine lines and look very natural on. ...My all time favorite setting powder
What it is: A bestselling pressed powder that locks makeup in place up to all day with a luminous, photo-ready finish.
Coverage: Light
Finish: Radiant
Formulation: Pressed Powder
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Micro-fine Mineral Powders: Glycerin and vitamin E guard against dryness and keep skin comfortable.
- Light Reflecting Complex™: Visibly restores skin’s youthful radiance.
- Photochromic Technology: No-flashback formula makes skin look perfect in person and on camera.
Size: 0.21 oz/ 6.2 g·ITEM: 1911379
Color: 3 - Peach for tan to dark skin tones
$39.00
Finishing powders are not meant to be used as setting powders. ...Best finishing powder ever!...This powder will give you a flawless finish, hiding pores without the "cakey" look that other powders can have.
What it is:
A finishing powder that is ultra-blurring and light-diffusing to impart unfiltered perfection on all skintonesin every light.
What it does:
The last step in your makeup routine, this pressed powder blurs, smooths, and reduces shine with the even, naturally matte coverage of ULTRA HD Pressed Powder.
Size: 0.3 oz/ 8.6 g·ITEM: 2476976
Color: Golden Luxe - medium with warm golden undertones
$35.00
This was a lovely pressed powder. Not too heavy on the skin and did not alter the color of my foundation. ...love love love this powder...I’m so happy to have my favorite powder in my favorite store.
What it is: An ultra-lightweight, oil-absorbing powder that instantly sets—or refreshes—makeup at home and on the go.
Size: 0.282 oz / 8 g·ITEM: 2701779
Color: Yellow - soft, warm yellow
$53.00
Unlike other powders...This powder is not like other powders I own. It’s hydrating and mostly translucent with a verrrrry slight yellow tint. ...Must have powder!...The best powder ever!! I have oily skin and powders tend to get cakey on my skin, but this powder makes my skin look flawless!
What it is: A multitasking finishing powder that hydrates, visibly refines skin tone, and absorbs oil all day for a balanced complexion with a fresh, healthy, and even-toned look.
Coverage: Light
Finish: Natural
Formulation: Powder
What Else You Need to Know: Powered by vitamin B5 and Hydro-Soft Powder Technology, this setting powder locks in moisture, boosting hydration over time, while delivering blurring benefits and all-day oil absorption with a silky-soft finish. It also visibly refines skin tone and flexes to suit a range of skin tones.
Clinical Results: In clinical testing on 25 women:
- The formula boosted hydration in 7 days