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POWDER FOUNDATION USER'S - WHICH ONE?

Pink123 — Sun, 24 Sep 2023 19:45:20 GMT

I've been using powder only since I grew up. I just never got used to liquid and didn't like the feel on my face. I'm from Southn Florida and it's just so hot and does not feel good on the skin.

I used Lancome Powder foundation for over 30 years now but when I was in Madrid last year a salesman at the store showed me MAC plus powder foundation. I said ok and gave it a try.

I ended up loving it and so does my skin. I even think it glides on better for some reason than the Lancome. It looks drier at first but doesn't stay that way once on.

If you wear either one which do you prefer? I'm a convert and just ordered my second MAC one. My shade is NW20. A pale beige. I never thought I would leave Lancome.

I brush it on around my face with one of those short fat brushes you hold in your hand. I'ts from MAC too. Around $50.00 I think. I like that one too.

Here's the picture:

Re: POWDER FOUNDATION USER'S - WHICH ONE?

lgfan — Fri, 22 Sep 2023 20:06:03 GMT

@Pink123 wrote:
I've been using powder only since I grew up. I just never got used to liquid and didn't like the feel on my face. I'm from Southn Florida and it's just sohot and does not feel god on the skin.

I used Lancome Powder foundation for over 30 years now but when I was in Madrid last year a salesman at the store showed me MAC plus powder foundation. I said ok and gave it a try.

I ended up loving it and so does my skin. I even think it glides on better for some reason than the Lancome. It looks drier at first but doesn't stay that way once on.

If you wear either one which do you prefer? I'm a convert and just ordered my second MAC one. My shade is NW20. A pale beige. I never thought I would leave Lancome.

I brush it on around my face with one of those short fat brushes you hold in your hand. I'ts from MAC too. Around $50.00 I think. I like that one too.

Here's the picture:

I don't use either brands but I was curious about how many weeks/months each compact lasts.

Re: POWDER FOUNDATION USER'S - WHICH ONE?

Pink123 — Fri, 22 Sep 2023 20:33:10 GMT

@lgfan I was thinking the same thing when I purchased the MAC one. Now I put it on twice a day. Morning, then shower before going out and putting makeup back on again.

The Lancome doesn't last near as long as the MAC and that's another big plus about it.

I have been using rthe MAC one now religiously for 3 months and I just see a little hole starting.

Not so with the Lancome. It was dustier? Also for some reason the Lancome powder did not adhere properly to the tip of my nose for some reason. lol.... I had to blend. The MAC I swirl around with the that brush what is it called "kabuki"? I don't remember. But it is even and not nearly as dusty. I love the final look. I think it's somewhat denser and offers more coverage too?

Skin looks flawless.

Re: POWDER FOUNDATION USER'S - WHICH ONE?

SilleeMee — Fri, 22 Sep 2023 20:39:12 GMT

@Pink123

I don't use those either. I think you know that I use PUR pressed mineral foundation. I wear it when I need to look my best. It has great coverage for me.

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CANDLEQUEEN — Fri, 22 Sep 2023 20:43:16 GMT

I don't use either, but I do use occasionally PUR and also still BE.....Both work beautifully on me.

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Pink123 — Fri, 22 Sep 2023 21:26:48 GMT

@SilleeMee wrote:
@Pink123
I don't use those either. I think you know that I use PUR pressed mineral foundation. I wear it when I need to look my best. It has great coverage for me.

Ok, @SilleeMee you know my basic fair colring, a col tone that can redden. It always confused me as what I am with Pur minerals Thanks.

By the way, my skin and volume looks so good. I am very hapy with the results of this. I won't reopen the thread because most are not interested in this but I wanted to let you know.

And it's lighter so I don't need any v beam or whatever it's called.

Bottom line, I think I will do an extensive treatment once a year including lids and neck (this was the last one he gave me when I was so red for 9 or 10 days. Definitely worth it - just hide out for 9 days,

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LuvSoCal — Sat, 23 Sep 2023 00:41:39 GMT

@Pink123 wrote:
I've been using powder only since I grew up. I just never got used to liquid and didn't like the feel on my face. I'm from Southn Florida and it's just sohot and does not feel god on the skin.

I used Lancome Powder foundation for over 30 years now but when I was in Madrid last year a salesman at the store showed me MAC plus powder foundation. I said ok and gave it a try.

I ended up loving it and so does my skin. I even think it glides on better for some reason than the Lancome. It looks drier at first but doesn't stay that way once on.

If you wear either one which do you prefer? I'm a convert and just ordered my second MAC one. My shade is NW20. A pale beige. I never thought I would leave Lancome.

I brush it on around my face with one of those short fat brushes you hold in your hand. I'ts from MAC too. Around $50.00 I think. I like that one too.

Here's the picture:

Hi @Pink123 Based on the pics you've posted in the past it seems like that MAC shade might be too dark? I'm golden light and wear NC15. You just look much fairer than a beige to me. I haven't tried the powder so I don't know if they're an exact match to the liquid.

Good to know you're happy with the set of laser treatments...apparently time and money well spent!

Re: POWDER FOUNDATION USER'S - it was fpr sire/WHICH ONE?

Pink123 — Sat, 23 Sep 2023 01:00:52 GMT

@LuvSoCal Yes it was for sure. I highly reccomend it in the right hands.

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simplyfriends — Sat, 23 Sep 2023 02:24:29 GMT

@Pink123 I have dry skin so have never been able to use powder foundation. What is your skin type? I might try the ones you mention in store.

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spent2much — Sat, 23 Sep 2023 03:33:31 GMT

I can't seem to use a liquid foundation. Here's what I like:

Wander Beauty Wanderlust Powder Foundation - Light - Blurs and Evens Skin Tone - Perfects and Hydrates With Hyaluronic Acid, Aloe, Honeysuckle, & Vitamin E - Lightweight, Buildable Coverage

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vermint — Sat, 23 Sep 2023 13:01:22 GMT

I've never tried either of those, but I'm a Laura Geller Balance & Brighten girl. I have been since she first introduced it. I've strayed a couple times, but always went back.

I do have some mineral foundation I like a lot--Meow Cosmetics--but that company is no more, so when what I have is gone, it'll just be me and my B&B!

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Pink123 — Sat, 23 Sep 2023 19:24:04 GMT

@LuvSoCal Hi, Your NC and I'm NW. does that make the difference? I was using the lancome when I had treatments done.

This MAC one is lighter.

If I would go back to Lancome it would have to be a shade lighter.

Something 20 in porcelain.

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Pink123 — Sat, 23 Sep 2023 19:25:48 GMT

Hi @simplyfriends I'm on the dry side but live in South Florida which lends to humidity and stops dryness.

I put a ittle Cerave lotion underneath before I put it on. Never looks greasy.

Again, more coverage than the Lancome and I'm liking is much better.

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Dazlin — Sat, 23 Sep 2023 20:34:44 GMT

@Pink123 , just wanted to chime in about Pur face powder...I was excited to get it, and the fairest shade was perfect, but to much disappointment this powder gave me pores I never knew I had. I have some visible pores along my t zone...but this was the worst make up I've ever used...I literally looked like I had holes in my face everywhere. I tried a blender sponge, tried a foundation brush, loose fluffy brush...you name it. Sadly I wound up throwing it out...such a waste. I think mineral powders do not work for me. If you decide to try it...I hope it works...otherwise save your receipts...return it.

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sueinsf — Sat, 23 Sep 2023 21:22:07 GMT

I've used the Laura Geller baked foundations over the years - started with Balance and Brighten and then went to Baked Elements (unfortunately discontinued) and recently tried the Double Take. I do find with the powder foundations you have to use a good primer and a light hand. I've periodically used other non powder foundations including IT Bye Bye Foundation, Confidence in a Compact (liked this one but also discontinued), Tarte and Doll 10 but most of these didn't work as well for me.

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Shelbelle — Sat, 23 Sep 2023 21:24:09 GMT

I would look for something that is talc free. BE or Pur or other mineral brands.

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SilleeMee — Sat, 23 Sep 2023 21:45:23 GMT

@Dazlin wrote:
@Pink123 , just wanted to chime in about Pur face powder...I was excited to get it, and the fairest shade was perfect, but to much disappointment this powder gave me pores I never knew I had. I have some visible pores along my t zone...but this was the worst make up I've ever used...I literally looked like I had holes in my face everywhere. I tried a blender sponge, tried a foundation brush, loose fluffy brush...you name it. Sadly I wound up throwing it out...such a waste. I think mineral powders do not work for me. If you decide to try it...I hope it works...otherwise save your receipts...return it.

@Dazlin

Did you apply a primer before using the PUR?

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JeanLouiseFinch — Sat, 23 Sep 2023 22:38:49 GMT

Neither of the two you supplied. I use either Laura Geller Balance-n-Brighten or Pur Pressed Mineral Powder

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JustJazzmom — Sun, 24 Sep 2023 02:04:06 GMT

I like Bare Minerals, Lancôme Dual Foundation -- I wear 210 Clair II (N).

Sometimes as others have suggested a primer applied first helps the powder to adhere better to your face.

I like using the powder foundations in the warmer months, just a personal preference.

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Pink123 — Sun, 24 Sep 2023 02:35:41 GMT

@Dazlin wrote:
@Pink123 , just wanted to chime in about Pur face powder...I was excited to get it, and the fairest shade was perfect, but to much disappointment this powder gave me pores I never knew I had. I have some visible pores along my t zone...but this was the worst make up I've ever used...I literally looked like I had holes in my face everywhere. I tried a blender sponge, tried a foundation brush, loose fluffy brush...you name it. Sadly I wound up throwing it out...such a waste. I think mineral powders do not work for me. If you decide to try it...I hope it works...otherwise save your receipts...return it.

Ok @Dazlin I think many here have not tried to use other brands. This is my opinion. I do remember 20 years ago and there was something I did not like about it but I cannot remember.

I'm sure you can always return but try MAC or Lancome

if you can one day.