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What is more harmful foundation or powder. Which is better: powder or foundation? Pros and cons of tonal means. Combination skin - how to be

For most women, powder is an invariable component. everyday makeup, able to even out complexion and hide skin imperfections. However, the wrong choice will lead to completely the opposite effect - it will emphasize the slightest flaws, so the acquisition of powder should be taken seriously.

Criteria for choosing a good powder

  • Powder texture may be liquid, powder, pressed or ball. Compact powder is denser, so its mattifying and concealing effect is ideal for oily skin types. The loose version is most often light and transparent, it serves only to fix the makeup.
  • Hue powder will depend, first of all, on the complexion. For this reason, most manufacturers have several tones in their range. You can find out how the selected shade suits your skin on the back of your hand.
  • flickering particles(shimmers), which give the skin a subtle radiance, are present mainly in ball and loose powder.

What kind of powder is better to refuse

Of course, when choosing a powder, the main role is played by individual characteristics facial skin. However, some nuances should be taken into account so that the new acquisition does not turn out to be a disappointment.

  • You should not buy a powder that perfectly matches your skin tone, it is better to buy a tone lighter. Remember what powder usually does natural color the faces are a little darker.
  • When choosing a "loose powder", discard the powder, in the block of which there is no strainer. Otherwise, it will be difficult to apply it evenly on the face. light layer, and there is a high probability of accidentally spilling the contents.
  • Giving preference to compact powder, you should not take those types where there is no mirror. Of course, this is not an essential criterion, but compact powder is a mobile option, and a mirror is simply necessary.
  • Do not buy powder with a short expiration date, otherwise you simply will not have time to use it up.

The best powders, popular in 2017-2018, are in our rating, compiled according to customer reviews and according to experts.

Every woman dreams of looking attractive without applying special efforts. But every day we are all exposed to stress. Polluted environment adversely affects delicate skin female face, which requires additional protection. For this, powder and Foundation. Modern developments in the beauty industry have made it possible to make these products as useful as possible. But, in view of certain skin features, women sometimes face a choice: what is better for them, powder or foundation?

More recently, dermatologists have urged women to be careful when applying foundation. The dense structure of the cream clogged the pores and prevented the normal breathing of the skin. As a result, redness and rashes appeared. But all this is behind us. The composition of modern foundation creams includes many components that nourish and restore the skin. Antioxidants contained in the cream prevent aging, and sun filters protect from negative impact ultraviolet rays.

What are the benefits of powder?

On the other hand, the powder for a long time held the lead. A delicate product that evens out the tone of the face, makes the skin velvety. Now there are a lot of types of powder and they differ not only in color, but also in consistency. Regular loose powder blends beautifully into the skin. The only inconvenience is its structure, so it is customary to use it at home. A compact powder has been created for permanent use. It allows you to touch up makeup in any conditions. Due to its composition, it is ideal option for women with dry skin.

Cream powder combines the advantages of foundation and powder, which is their kind of symbiosis. However, women with fatty and combined type skin, it is better to refuse to use it.

Pros and cons of tonal means

To appreciate all the advantages of foundation or powder is possible only by choosing them correctly. The main criterion when choosing a cosmetic product is the type female skin. The easiest way is for the owners of the normal type. Both are perfect for them. They can be used alternately to even out skin tone and give it a velvety finish. For women with dry skin, powder cream is more suitable. If regular powder is chosen, then before applying it, it is advisable to use a light moisturizer. In case you have oily skin then the powder for you is the best option. It will remove excess shine and give the skin a matte finish.

As for the foundation, it is advisable to use it very sparingly. Choose the tone that best suits yours. Apply with light movements, and do not rub it into the skin. At right choice means and drawing you will not have problems, whether it be powder or a voice-frequency cream.

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To look great under any circumstances, many women need a light daily or professional makeup, an important step of which is the application of a tinting agent to the face. Today, there is no shortage of decorative products in stores, cosmetic brands offer to even out and refresh the tone of the face. fashion news for every season. When considering packaging, it is often difficult to understand what which tool is better: foundation or powder. Some advice from experts will help to understand this issue.


Fund types

For normal and combination skin

The main action that tips the scales in favor of one or another decorative tool for applying perfect makeup that can even out the surface of the face, hide imperfections and give a healthy shade, is the right selection for a certain skin type.


Normal skin with a smooth surface proper work sebaceous glands and balanced moisturizing, it is able to perceive well both foundation with an oily base and dry powder texture.

During the warm season for normal skin it is recommended to limit the use of foundation, as the effect of heat reveals skin pores and increased secretion of the sebaceous glands. The fat balance of the skin surface is disturbed, as a result of which excessive shine appears and acne is possible.


For summer period better fit mineral loose texture or powder with a lasting effect. Invisible on the face translucent powder does not have a tinting effect, on a normal dermis that does not require masking of defects, it is convenient to apply it as a matting agent. To muffle unwanted shine, you can also combine a layer of foundation with a mattifying powder.


A person with combination skin with increased activity of the sebaceous glands in the T-zone can be used as a base layer of a tinting cream. IN this case, to prevent possible appearance shine on the wings of the nose, after foundation, powder will be needed.

It is possible to use a universal preparation in the form foundation cream-powder, which combines the best qualities of foundation and powder. Positive reviews buyers deserve tonal vibes, a feature of which is the ability not to weigh down the epidermis and keep well during the day with a fairly dense leveling coating.


For dry epidermis

Skin prone to dryness and irritation needs special care, as it is distinguished by the early formation of wrinkles. A person with dry dermis requires daily nutrition and hydration. To protect this type of skin from feeling tight, you should stop using decorative powder. In extreme cases, you can apply a suitable day cream under a light layer of powder.


For softening and additional hydration of dry skin, cosmetologists advise choosing a foundation with a moisturizing effect. The formula of such a product, containing a smaller amount of pigmenting particles, will not contribute to the accumulation of the product in wrinkles and their emphasis.


When doing makeup for dry skin, instead of foundation It is wiser to use a moisturizer. An excellent effect can be achieved by mixing foundation with a small amount moisturizer.

Today you can pick up a tinting cream, the composition of which is enriched with nutritional supplements, for example, vitamin complexes based on vitamins A and E. The formula of such a cream will contribute to a dense coating of the dermis, fill it life energy, make it more elastic, prevent early education wrinkles. The coating will protect and mask imperfections such as bumps and red spots.


For the summer period, it makes sense to choose a tonal product that contains special filters that protect against the negative effects of ultraviolet rays. In the presence of such protection, thin sensitive skin not scary dark spots and dehydration. Waterproof formulas of creams withstand perspiration well, while moisture-proof formulas completely repel water. Such makeup creams should be applied infrequently so as not to give the sensitive dermis an additional greenhouse effect.


For oily and problem type

For skin that is characterized by increased secretion of the sebaceous glands, feature is oily sheen. Such skin is prone to developing inflammatory processes and the appearance of a pustular rash due to blockage of the dilated openings of the sebaceous glands with a mixture of excess skin secretions with dirt. In order not to clog pores and not worsen the condition of the dermis by the occurrence of inflammatory processes, it is not recommended to apply decorative fat-based tinting agents for such skin.


To smooth the epidermis, it is better to use a foundation with a non-greasy texture that allows the skin to breathe and contains antiseptic ingredients.

At the same time, apply it with light movements, trying not to rub it. The optimal remedy for skin with enlarged pores, prone to oiliness and inflammatory rashes, will be a tinting product with a dry structure that can absorb excess sebum. To save healthy looking problematic dermis, especially in hot summers, it will be safer to minimize the use of decorative cosmetics.


It is best to use powder with mineral composition and dry up pimples special products with antibacterial soothing effect.

The mineral formula of the powder product, in addition to the decorative effect, due to the content of zinc compounds and other useful soothing components, helps to fight unwanted rashes and gently cares for the skin. The color additive helps mask the imperfections of the epidermis. Mineral powder will best solution for oily problematic skin , as it does not contain strong fragrances and harmful chemical compounds, contributing to the occurrence of foci of inflammation on the skin.


Advantages and disadvantages

Having figured out which tool is best suited to certain type women's skin, to complete the picture, you can compare both products with each other. Pigmented powder, especially its compact or baked version, is very convenient to use. Having a small box with a mirror and powder puff in your purse, you can always quickly and discreetly correct and refresh your make-up.

Having powder in the arsenal of decorative means, the probability of staining clothes is practically excluded. A significant disadvantage is that the product is not suitable for dry skin.


The right foundation texture can ideally mask all the flaws, evenly distributed over the surface of the face. However, it is much more difficult to choose the right shade of foundation than the tone of powder, for this it is best to use a tester before buying. For a more objective assessment of the durability and tone of the cream, make-up with its use should be worn a little on the skin.

Modern cosmetology has acquired so many means, rules and techniques; Requires special training or at least availability elementary knowledge and skills that it is time to equate it with science. Fortunately, this “science” is flexible and loves to go against the rules. But constant change fashion trends leads to the fact that women are simply lost in her tricks.

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So, for example, most of the fair sex is still constantly arguing about what is better to use powder or foundation? Do I need to apply powder over foundation? And a host of other issues related to the use of cosmetics and the creation of make-up puts modern beauties to a standstill. Today we will pay attention to powder and foundation. It is these means, more precisely the rules their compatibility, cause modern women the most questions.

What is better powder or foundation?

A serious dispute flared up on the women's forums, where they sort out the question of what is better "tonalka" or powder? Users literally divided into two "camps" - some believe that perfect tone can only give a foundation. Supporters of this tool note its "naturalness" and moisturizing properties. Powder, in their opinion, emphasizes wrinkles and dries the skin.

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Powder fans, in turn, retort with the fact that powder, unlike foundation, does not clog pores, helps to cope with oily sheen and allows the skin to breathe. The foundation, in their opinion, is a source of acne, and a breeding ground for microbes.

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There is a third category of girls who do not use either foundation or powder, claiming that they have perfect skin and does not need decorative means. Wherein last group notes the harm from foundation and powder for the skin.

Who is right? Are foundations really unsafe, and if so, which is more harmful - powder or foundation?

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Answering this question, we will answer immediately - neither one nor the other! In fact, both foundation and powder, of course, if they were purchased in trusted stores, when used correctly, do not pose any threat to the skin. On the contrary, they are even useful to a certain extent. Let's take a look at the benefits of foundation without dividing them into categories for now:

  • Tonal means, and cream and powder, even out complexion;
  • Hide minor flaws and imperfections of the skin;
  • Matte;
  • Protect the skin from the adverse effects of UV radiation;
  • Create a natural barrier to external pollution;
  • Protect from wind and cold;
  • Particularly "advanced" tonal products contain vitamins and antioxidants that slow down the aging process.

So this is the answer to those beauties who protect their skin from the supposedly “harmful” influence of tonal products. In fact, it is the “naked” face, deprived of protection, that is more exposed to negative influence and fade faster. And the fact that foundation and powder clog pores and lead to acne is nothing more than an atavism that has passed to us from the time when both powder and foundation looked little like their modern representatives.

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As for the two "opposing" groups - fans of powder and admirers of foundation - we hasten to disappoint them. In fact, both powder and foundation cannot be worse friend friend. Moreover, it is completely different groups funds and perform completely different functions, and it is simply incorrect to compare which powder or foundation is better.

Well, there is a fourth group of girls, more advanced in terms of creating makeup, who rightly point out that powder and foundation should only be used together. "Red lipstick" on his own will add that there are exceptions to this rule, but more on this in the next section.

Interesting

There is another common misconception that supposedly powder is more suitable for oily and combination skin and foundation is completely contraindicated. And the owner of a dry skin type, on the contrary, cannot use powder, but it is better to look at the foundation. And only those girls whom nature has endowed normal type skin, can choose any remedy. In fact, it is nothing more than another myth. It is no coincidence that the annotations for tonal products indicate the type of skin for which they are intended. Moreover, both under the foundation and under the powder, it is necessary to apply a base or a cream selected taking into account the individual characteristics of the skin.

How to paint with foundation and powder

Makeup classics - powder applied over foundation. But even here there are nuances. Consider all the subtleties of makeup using tonal products.

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  • It doesn't matter what you use - powder or foundation, it is important that they are not applied to the "naked" face. A base or at least a moisturizer is a must. The base evens out the relief of the skin, filling small wrinkles, and allows tinting agents to lay down evenly. In addition, the base nourishes the skin and allows them to breathe. When the young ladies miss this moment, the skin begins to "shine". So you can argue as much as you like what will be better for the skin of the face, but if you do not use the base, then everything will be harmful.

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  • Powder can be applied directly to the base if the color and condition of the skin is not satisfactory. Indeed, at its core, the tone is needed only to even out the tone and hide small skin imperfections. And if the skin is perfect, then the foundation is useless. Powder, on the other hand, has a slightly different function. It sets make-up and gives the skin a light matte finish. But if foundation is used, then powder is simply a must! Otherwise, your makeup will “float” in just a couple of hours. So, answering the question - do I need powder after foundation? - the answer will be unequivocal - "YES"! But the foundation under the powder is not necessary to apply.

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  • However, if you use foundation, then know that only loose powder is applied on top of it. It is she who helps to fix the foundation and give it a matte finish. And here compact powder Apply over foundation is contraindicated. Compact powder is more oily, and applying it on top of the foundation, you run the risk of making your makeup heavier and getting a mask effect. Compact powder can only be used as a "camping" option, when it becomes necessary to quickly fix "shiny makeup". If you use compact powder as a creation basic makeup, then it is applied over the base or regular cream for face. By the way, loose powder can also be applied over the base. But only if the tone of the face is perfect.

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  • Unfortunately, not everyone knows how to properly apply foundation and powder. In addition to the fact that both of these products are applied on top of the base, other rules should be observed. So if there is more on the face serious problems that are difficult to cover with foundation - bite marks, redness, scars, acne - you should use correctors and concealers. But they should be applied under foundation, and not vice versa. After the foundation is applied, the turn of “special effects” begins - blush, eye shadow, bronzers, highlighter, etc., and only then everything is fixed with loose powder. In makeup, where foundation is not used, everything happens according to the same scheme, but bypassing the stage of applying foundation. As for corrective agents, if the imperfections are minor, then the powder will easily block the pigment of the corrective agents. If the area is extensive, then you can’t do without foundation.

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  • In no case should you apply powder immediately after completing the general make-up. It doesn't matter how you use it in combination with foundation or on its own, you need to wait 5 to 10 minutes for the base or foundation to dry. Otherwise, an unattractive mess will form on the face, and the powder will not form a light veil, but dirty lumpy dust.

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In other words, the verdict is unequivocal - if you use foundation, then powder is required, but powder can also be used independently. And most importantly - you should always use the base.

On a note

Little makeup tricks

It often happens that you urgently need to do makeup, but it was not at hand suitable remedy. Run around the shops looking for the right remedy, no time. Yes, and corny do not want to buy in a hurry expensive remedy, which then may turn out to be completely unsuitable for your skin type. But hopeless situations can not be. Moreover, many cosmetical tools are interchangeable, or on their basis you can get the option you need, albeit not the one you would like, but it will help save the situation. Let's look at some of these methods.

How to make foundation from powder

So, you are still an ardent supporter of using only one foundation - for example, powder - and it doesn’t matter to you what the rules dictate, but there was an unfortunate nuisance in the form of a small imperfection on your face that can only be covered by foundation, and in stock it No. Or you also use foundation, but it doesn’t match your tone now tanned skin. Well, the remedy just ran out. How to be? It's okay to make a foundation cream yourself from the same powder.

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Everything is simple here. It is enough to take any face cream you like or the most common baby cream, yes, at least the one that is available and mix with the powder you have. Naturally crumbly. Wasn't around loose powder, then be patient and remove the compact tool with thin shavings, so that it literally turns into dust. Better yet, rub hard on the powder box with a makeup brush, so that as much of the product as possible is separated from the foundation in the form of a fine suspension.

Then powder and cream should be mixed in a 1:1 consistency. If the resulting shade completely satisfies you, use the resulting mixture as a foundation. Need a shade lighter - dilute a little cream. If, on the contrary, you need a darker product, increase the powder content.

There is another way to prepare foundation. All you need is the same cream and shadows natural color. The principle of operation is the same as in the manufacture of foundation from powder.

How to make foundation powder

A completely opposite situation may arise, when you categorically do not recognize the powder, but something needs to be done with the constantly “floating” makeup, and just all the powder has come out. The reverse principle applies here, and powder can be made from foundation.

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However, it will take more time. In order to convert the foundation into a powder, it will have to be “freed” from excess moisture. The first method is to simply dry a small portion of the cream, but if it is quite oily, then you will have to wait more than one hour.

Faster and reliable way- place a small portion of the cream in the microwave for just a few seconds. After the cream has cooled, the dried mass should be crushed into dust. Naturally, the resulting powder will have a more pigmented shade than the foundation originally had. For a lighter natural color, mix dried foundation with rice flour or talc. They will not only lighten homemade powder, but also help save your face from excess shine and sweat.

As an option, loose highlighter or light shadows can be added to the dried foundation, but only natural shades. In this case, you will get even more interesting option"powder", which will give the face a delicate satin glow.

Well, in conclusion, we note once again that the rules of make-up and the use of cosmetics are so conditional and plastic, and each time they undergo various changes, which are allowed various options creating makeup. The main thing is to choose products that are suitable for the individual characteristics of your skin and color type.

There has not yet been a girl who would not dream of an even skin texture, without flaws. But, unfortunately, not all beauties can boast of a perfect face without using cosmetics. A variety of factors influence the condition of the skin - this is the environment, and nutrition, and work without rest, and lack of sleep, and parties until the morning, and much more. But almost all the fair sex have their own secrets of creating perfect image hiding all imperfections. A lot of help in this difficult matter cream-powder for the face. Today we propose to consider all the advantages of this tool, learn how to choose the right cosmetic product. We will also list for the face, based on the reviews of women.

Product Benefits

Before talking about best means, let's figure out what kind of cosmetics it is, what advantages it has. Cream-powder for the face is universal remedy, it carries all the benefits of foundation and powder. Thanks to this, women manage to create the effect of a velvety, smooth, well-groomed skin. If you use only the “tonal”, then an ugly shine may appear, and the powder dries the skin, as a result, all wrinkles appear. If you use these tools together, then you can not calculate and achieve the effect of a mask, and if you also combine the tones incorrectly, you will get spots. It is in order to avoid all the problems mentioned that they use cream-powder for the face.

Components

The substances that make up the cream powder may vary depending on the manufacturer. But there are some components that must be present in a good, high-quality product. If you want to achieve perfect result and not harm the skin, then pay attention to what the manufacturer writes on the package. The main thing is the composition:

  • amino acids, vitamins;
  • natural oils and various extracts;
  • antiseptic;
  • sun filters;
  • silicone oils.

So, if all this is available, then you can safely march to the checkout! Now we will learn how to choose the right product, taking into account the type of skin.

Thin and dry skin

Cream powder for the face should ideally fit your epidermis, otherwise you can achieve reverse result highlighting any shortcomings.

If you are dry skin, then the makeup product should be of a liquid consistency. It will create an additional layer on the skin, which will protect against moisture loss, and additionally moisturize. Cream powder for dry skin should contain additional components that moisturize and prevent irritation. Another product of a liquid consistency will help to give even tone, will not highlight existing wrinkles.

Oily skin

The fair sex with bold type skin perfect suitable cream powder for the face with a degreasing and mattifying effect. Thanks to these qualities of the product, you will be able to hide flaws, even out the surface of the skin, and create the perfect make-up. Silicone oils, which must be present in the composition, will create an invisible and completely imperceptible film on the face, and it will protect the skin from harmful effects external environment.

If the remedy good quality, then you do not need to reapply makeup during the day. Your skin will not shine until the evening.

Cosmetologists do not recommend using cream powder daily if you have a strong acne. The tool clogs the pores, and the situation with the health of the skin can only get worse. Subcutaneous inflammation should be treated, get rid of acne, acne and excessive sebaceous glands in general.

Normal or combination skin

For women with this type of skin, professionals recommend purchasing a balancing agent. Such face cream-powder is just a godsend, it can work wonders: it moisturizes dry areas, eliminates excess fat, which can be observed in the center of the face. This way, you won't overmoisturize or dry out your skin, and you won't need to powder your nose all day long to hide shine.

mature skin

Women of more mature years need to carefully approach the choice of means. Cream powder for the face should be oily. This will help moisturize the epidermis, apply an even layer, give the skin a perfect tone and hide irregularities in the form of wrinkles. In no case should you use liquid cream powder, the consistency should be thick. Usually such products are sold in a package from which the cream is extracted with a sponge or fingers.

Choosing the right shade

To begin with, I would like to say that fair-skinned girls or owners of pinkish skin will suit peach and beige tones. Dark-skinned women should opt for bronze or pinkish options. So which tone to choose?

For correct selection Funds need daylight. IN specialized stores V without fail probes are available. Take a few suitable shades different tones and apply them on small areas of the skin of the neck or the inside of the wrist, blend well. They just shouldn't mix. Which one will be more similar to the color of your skin, that one is yours! If in doubt or you can't decide between two or three tones, take a lighter one. This product will help you look visually younger.

Applying makeup

Before applying, you must follow the "safety precautions" and secure the hair with a hairpin so that they do not get dirty. Then use to cleanse the skin of contamination. Even if you have not used any products in the morning, this procedure is necessary to degrease the top layer. Now we apply a moisturizer that will protect the epidermis from harmful cosmetic components available in each tool.

So, to apply cream powder, you need natural light. What to apply means - to choose only to you. It can be a sponge, brush or fingertips. It is not recommended to use a puff. More funds will be absorbed into it than is available in the tube, and this is so much wasted money! In addition, a puff will not work to create a perfectly even tone.

When applying cream powder, make sure that there are no unshaded streaks and spots. Do not pull the skin when applying the product - this can cause wrinkles, as the cream is absorbed between them. The ideal algorithm: first, with light movements, apply the product on the face, shade it well, and then gently slap the entire surface of the face with the fingertips.

Now let's get acquainted with the most popular means.

"Max Factor"

This brand is one of the most sought after on the market. cosmetic industry. Cream powder from "Max Factor" is presented in a wide range and will delight older girls and ladies with a truly rich palette. From the line of this manufacturer, you can choose a tool for any type and skin tone. The brand fell in love with women for high quality products and a wide range.

Women write that this company produces the perfect cream powder for the face. Reviews are available about "Cream Puff" - this line offers a wide range of, here you can choose any tone and consistency. The price is quite reasonable, and the funds are enough for a long time. It is easy to apply, does not smudge, and throughout the day the face looks perfect.

Face cream-powder "Avon"

This company is the most recognizable, and its products are the most bought! Women have been trusting Avon products for decades. They write that the quality of cosmetics is excellent, and the prices are reasonable.

Cream-powder for the face " Natural beauty"From this brand has got a lot of fans. The girls write that it does not give the effect of a mask, lays down easily and evenly, creates the perfect tone!