Powder foundation that won't settle into lines?

SandGirl · ‎03-09-2010

As I am getting older I am finding that all the powder foundations I have in my stash all just settle into my lines after I apply them. I don't like liquid, I've tried many and just don't care for them. I like a light coverage that just sorta blends into my skin making it look a little more even (thank you sun damage).

I have bare Minerals, tarte amazon clay, Laura Geller Balance and brighten and It Cosmetics (this one is the worst of them all as far as settling into lines). I need to toss them all and find one that is better.

Would love to hear any suggestions you have. Thank you!

We rescue cats · ‎01-25-2023

I use 'It Celebration Foundation' and have no problem with it. (ETA-I'm 72)

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(especially cats!)

granddi · ‎03-16-2010

@SandGirl I've tried all you mentioned and others.

My skin is too dry and old for any success using powders.

SandGirl · ‎03-09-2010

@granddi wrote:
@SandGirl I've tried all you mentioned and others.
My skin is too dry and old for any success using powders.

@granddi thank you. What have you found that works that doesn't make lines look worse? I have the It Cosmetics foundation everyone loves but I don't love it at all...

JeanLouiseFinch · ‎10-03-2011

IMO it starts with proper skincare before we even get to the foundation. If a person has wrinkles and texture, the foundation is going to settle. Look at the wrinkly QVC models and hosts and it's obvious. The vendors and hosts can say their products don't settle until they're blue in the face and I don't believe them. Some even accentuate them.

I've rediscovered Bare Minerals (original) when I want a powder. I use a primer first. The coverage is so nice and my RMS blush and highlight powders apply well over it.

SilleeMee · ‎05-22-2016

I would try using a primer.

SandGirl · ‎03-09-2010

@JeanLouiseFinch wrote:
IMO it starts with proper skincare before we even get to the foundation. If a person has wrinkles and texture, the foundation is going to settle. Look at the wrinkly QVC models and hosts and it's obvious. The vendors and hosts can say their products don't settle until they're blue in the face and I don't believe them. Some even accentuate them.

I've rediscovered Bare Minerals (original) when I want a powder. I use a primer first. The coverage is so nice and my RMS blush and highlight powders apply well over it.

@JeanLouiseFinch embarassed to admit however, I have like 4 FULL SETS of skin care I rotate. Perricone, Consulte, Isomers and Jeffery James, I also use exfoliating pads by Dr Nassiff twice a day and have the Glycolic pads from PTR, I've tried the powders with all my skin care routines and it does the same thing.., I just feel like I need to mention, I am finishing up what I have skincare wise, and going with just the basics, things have just gotten too expensive so I'm not repurchasing any more skin care until all of what I have is gone!

SandGirl · ‎03-09-2010

@SilleeMee wrote:
I would try using a primer.

@SilleeMee I've tried Geller's and Bare Minerals primer and it looks good for about 2 hours but then it just does the same thing. I'm in my mid 50s now and boy are things makeup wise changing!! Grrr learning my way through this

SilleeMee · ‎05-22-2016

@SandGirl wrote:
@SilleeMee wrote:
I would try using a primer.
@SilleeMee I've tried Geller's and Bare Minerals primer and it looks good for about 2 hours but then it just does the same thing. I'm in my mid 50s now and boy are things makeup wise changing!! Grrr learning my way through this

@SandGirl

Maybe try a setting spray, too.

MommyAngie · ‎04-08-2011

I spray One/Size Powder Melt setting spray over all powder foundations. It gives such a beautiful finish. Currently I use Jane Iredale powder foundation with a little bit of MAC Studio Fix on any small spots or problem areas.