The Best Blotting Papers
12 Blotting Papers That Will Keep You Looking Matte and Fresh
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For people with oily skin, blotting papers are a must-have item to always have on hand. These little absorbent sheets can take your complexion from reflective to matte quickly — without ruining your carefully applied makeup.
The handy tools have come a long way since their invention, and now you can find the exact one to fit your preferences and needs. Some sheets contain powder for lasting oil control, while others simply remove the oil that's sitting on your skin. Many have skincare ingredients like tea tree and green tea, and some even come with carrying cases to ensure you'll always have them handy.
Ahead, check out the very best ones on the market.
Palladio's Rice Paper Blotting Tissues
Made from rice to absorb oil, Palladio's Rice Paper Blotting Tissues ($4) are also lightly coated with powder for long-lasting results.
Boscia's Green Tea Blotting Linens
In addition to the eye-catching neon packaging, Boscia's Green Tea Blotting Linens ($10) are made from natural linen, easily absorbing excess oils and shine.
Too Cool For School Dinoplatz Dear Brachiosaurus 50P Oil Blotting Paper
The Too Cool For School Dinoplatz Dear Brachiosaurus 50P Oil Blotting Paper ($11) comes with a carrying case, extra sheets, and a puff with adhesive to use to easily apply the sheets.
Beauty by POPSUGAR Be Matte Beauty Papers
The Beauty by POPSUGAR Be Matte Beauty Papers ($10) are powder-free, so you'll never look cakey.
Clean and Clear Oil Absorbing Sheets
The drugstore classic Clean and Clear Oil Absorbing Sheets ($5) are a frugal find that remove your excess shine in a flash.
Sephora Collection Mattifying Blotting Films
Anytime you're looking overly oily, whip out a sheet of the Sephora Collection Mattifying Blotting Films ($8), which absorb every last trace of shine without ruining your carefully applied makeup.
Tatcha Aburatorigami Japanese Beauty Papers
The Tatcha Aburatorigami Japanese Blotting Papers ($12) are made from abaca leaf and gold flake for a luxurious way to stay shine-free and beautiful.
NYX's Tea Tree Blotting Paper
Harnessing the medicinal powers of tea tree, NYX's Tea Tree Blotting Paper ($6) soothes and treats your oily skin.
Fenty Beauty Invisimatte Blotting Papers
Not only do the Fenty Beauty Invisimatte Blotting Papers ($16) eliminate shine, but the chic packaging even includes a mirror so you'll know just how good you look.
E.l.f. Mattifying Blotting Papers
The translucent powder in the E.l.f. Mattifying Blotting Papers ($5) is designed to keep you matte without moving your makeup around. It includes a sponge applicator and case to make touch-ups easy.
Clarins Pore Perfecting Blotting Paper
Hemp and wood pulp are among the absorbent ingredients in the Clarins Pore Perfecting Blotting Papers ($18). Each sheet is silky soft and doesn't smudge your makeup.
Shiseido Oil-Control Blotting Paper
Shiseido Oil-Control Blotting Papers ($19) are lightly coated with powder to help control excess sebum production.
