If you're a makeup-lover, you know the importance of powder — you don't need me to tell you. I remember when I discovered that I could use powder and my makeup would stay on longer; it felt like my whole world opened up. If you've got a darker skin tone [1], sometimes it can be tough to find a great powder [2]. Is the translucent powder really translucent, or does it leave a white cast? Well, I 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. Keep reading to shop my selects.
Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder
POPSUGAR editors love this cult-favourite Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder [4] ($39).
Pat McGrath Labs Sublime Perfection Setting Powder
This Pat McGrath Labs Sublime Perfection Setting Powder [5] ($38) is lightweight and buildable; you won't want to apply makeup without it.
bareMinerals Mineral Veil Talc Free Setting Powder
This bareMinerals Mineral Veil Talc Free Setting Powder [6] ($27) is also a crowd pleaser and comes in a bunch of different shades.
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 [7] ($32).
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 [8] ($12).
Hourglass Veil Translucent Setting Powder
This luxe Hourglass Veil Translucent Setting Powder [9] ($46) really is translucent, and it works on so many skin types.
Mented Cosmetics Skin Silk Loose Setting Powder
This Mented Cosmetics Skin Silk Loose Setting Powder [10] ($25) is so versatile.
One/Size by Patrick Starrr Ultimate Blurring Setting Powder
The One/Size by Patrick Starrr Ultimate Blurring Setting Powder [11] ($30) is like a filter for your skin.
Maybelline Fit Me Matte + Poreless Pressed Powder
The Maybelline Fit Me Matte + Poreless Pressed Powder [12] ($9) is a classic for a reason. So many people love how easily it glides on and how affordable it is.
Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Finish Setting Powder
This Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Finish Setting Powder [13] ($45) does what it promises. If you like a pressed powder, you've got to give this a try.
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 [14] ($32) as both a foundation and a setting powder.