If I had to choose between liquid and powder makeup, liquid would win every time. My application skills are certainly above sub-par, but I admittedly still struggle with wearing powder formulas that don’t leave me looking gray or worse: flaky and straight-up ashy.
It’s especially disheartening as someone who gets shiny at the drop of a dime and could probably benefit from a powdery finish atop or mixed in with foundation. So, if you’re struggling like me, ahead are three expert-approved ways to apply powder makeup without looking too cakey afterward.
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Mist and Moisturize
Millie Morales, Garnier Celebrity Beauty Expert, recommends applying ample moisturizing cream before putting on any type of makeup, regardless of your skin type. “When it comes to powder makeup, I always recommend using a little more moisturizer, as it will help the skin not look so dry,” she says. “I love applying it with a wet Beautyblender?so that the powder makeup melts with the skin and looks natural.”
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She also likes to lock in the powder with a facial mist, like Mist & Fix or Garnier SkinActive Soothing Facial Mist with Rose Water. The latter is also a great option for hydrating the skin in between your moisturizer and foundation.
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Don’t Apply It Everywhere
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