11 High-Quality Face Powders For Darker Skin Tones
If you're a makeup-lover, you know the importance of powder — you don't need me to tell you. In the summer months, powder is a nonnegotiable, particularly if you've already got oily or combination skin, because it keeps your makeup from slipping and sliding all over your face. If you have a darker skin tone, sometimes it can be tough to find a great powder. Is the translucent powder really translucent, or does it leave a white cast? Well, we found 11 great powders that look beautiful on deeper skin tones.
Whether you want a fully matte look or a bit more of a glow, you'll love using these pretty products. Plus, some of them even have SPF, which is amazing. There are affordable options, as in under $15 affordable, as well as vegan and cruelty-free styles. Plus, whether you want light coverage or a powder that can double as foundation, we found something that belongs in your makeup bag this season. Keep reading to shop our top selects, and stay cool this summer.
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A Bestselling Powder: Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder
POPSUGAR editors love this cult-favorite Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder ($40). It's got over 9,000 positive reviews, and for good reason. It's truly translucent, with a matte finish that's essential for summer days.
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A Lightweight Powder: Pat McGrath Labs Sublime Perfection Setting Powder
Powder can sometimes feel heavy and cakey on the skin, and that's a serious hindrance in the summer. This Pat McGrath Labs Sublime Perfection Setting Powder ($39) is lightweight and buildable. You won't want to apply makeup without it.
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A Light Coverage Powder: Rare Beauty Always an Optimist Soft Radiance Setting Powder
Powder generally tends to give off the impression of cakey makeup, and it feels at times like the antithesis of a natural look. Well, with the Rare Beauty Always an Optimist Soft Radiance Setting Powder ($22), that doesn't have to be the case. This powder gives off light coverage, making skin look like skin, only a bit more set. It blurs, smooths, and controls shine, all while helping you still look like yourself, and it's a winner in our book.
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A Loose Powder: Fenty Beauty Pro Filt'r Instant Retouch Setting Powder
So many customers can't stop talking about this Fenty Beauty Pro Filt'r Instant Retouch Setting Powder ($34). It's cruelty-free and feels like silk on the skin. Plus, it'll stay all day long. Consider this a summertime essential.
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An Affordable Powder: NYX Professional Makeup Can't Stop Won't Stop Setting Powder
Keep yourself looking matte and gorgeous with this NYX Professional Makeup Can't Stop Won't Stop Setting Powder ($12). It keeps skin from looking oily or cakey, especially in the hot summer months. Plus, it's under $15, which we love.
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A Luxury Powder: Hourglass Veil Translucent Setting Powder
This luxe Hourglass Veil Translucent Setting Powder ($46) really is translucent. This powder can also be used on dry skin types, so if you need to set your makeup, this is a good product to trust. Plus, reviewers note that it doesn't leave a whitecast, which is always a good thing.
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A Natural Finish Powder: Mented Cosmetics Skin Silk Loose Setting Powder
This Mented Cosmetics Skin Silk Loose Setting Powder ($25) is so versatile. It provides a natural finish, so your skin won't look overly matte or shiny. Plus, it's cruelty free!
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A Great Powder For Baking: One/Size by Patrick Starrr Ultimate Blurring Setting Powder
The One/Size by Patrick Starrr Ultimate Blurring Setting Powder ($30) is like a filter for your skin. Customers love the flawless airbrushed look it gives off, and even note that it provides minimal transfer when wearing a mask. Plus, it's a great powder to use for baking.
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A Powder Under $10: Maybelline Fit Me Matte + Poreless Pressed Powder
You don't have to spend a fortune on quality makeup. The Maybelline Fit Me Matte + Poreless Pressed Powder ($9) is a classic for a reason. So many people love how easily it glides on and how affordable it is.
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A Pressed Powder: Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Finish Setting Powder
If you're always on the go, a pressed powder is a great option to have in your makeup bag. This Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Finish Setting Powder ($45) does what it promises. If you like a pressed powder, you've got to give this a try.
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A Powder Foundation: bareMinerals Original Loose Powder Mineral Foundation SPF 15
If you're all about multitasking, you can always use this bareMinerals Original Loose Powder Mineral Foundation SPF 15 ($32) as both a foundation and a setting powder. Plus, it has SPF 15, so you're getting some sun protection as well. This is a dream product for the multitasking minimalist, and it comes in 30 shades.