Powder foundations...is one really different from another?

chiclet · ‎03-19-2010

I have tried so many and really don't see any difference in them except for the color. Some might be thicker and chalkier. Not found one I love.

Elliebelle · ‎01-19-2015

I never liked powder foudation until I tried Laura Geller baked foundation....i LOVE this product!!! I've been using it four 2-3 months now and will not go back to liquid foundation!

KentuckyWoman · ‎03-13-2010

I can't wear powder foundations and I have tried many. I have combination skin that leans toward dry. No matter how much moisturizer I put on, powder foundations still look dry and flaky. I have tried the mineral foundations but they made my face itch until I couldn't stand it. I have tried LG baked foundations but could never get the right color. Also, powder foundations are messy, messy, messy. I'll stick with liquid foundations. For me, they work the best.

Jacie · ‎01-09-2011

I think they are different! I used BE until it did look dry and flaky. Switched to Laura Geller, I liked that but there was a color issue for me. Laura Mercier was just OK.

I really like Pur Minerals the best, I also use IT Cosmetics Celebration Foundation. I even mix them and it has been the perfect foundation for me.

In my case the key is to always use a good primer, makes a world of difference.

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JeanLouiseFinch · ‎10-03-2011

I sure think there's a difference between powdered foundations, and even a difference between them within the same brand. For instance, I love Laura Geller Baked Elements, but not her Balance-n-Brighten. Unfortunately, it takes a lot of trial and error until you find the one that suits you.

vermint · ‎04-05-2010

Not counting mineral makeup (which I don't really use anymore), I've tried 3 powder foundations: I have an oily t-zone and am 61 just for reference.

1. Laura Geller Balance & Brighten--Hands down, my favorite! Fair is my perfect shade and I haven't had any problems with variations from compact to compact. I do use the Spackle primer underneath and it stays on well. Coverage is good..

2. IT Celebration Foundation--Good coverage and color match, but by days end it had separated into little patches in my t-zone. Tried with primer and without, same results.

LOVE the brush, however, and use it with my B & B.

3. Physicians Formula--tried this in an effort to save some money. It was OK, and I'd go back to it if necessary. Just didn't give me the nice, polished look I want.

So, yeah, for me there were differences. I don't find any of them to be messy, though. Maybe because I don't "sweep" my brush across the powder or my face. I use the IT flat top, and kind of "bounce" it on the powder. Then I "stipple" it around the area I'm working on, then swirl it around to blend.

Rachb · ‎10-07-2012

Yes, here is a difference! I've spent hours at a time at Ulta, Sephora, and department stores going from brand to brand trying out their powder foundations. Each one is different.

wagirl · ‎03-09-2010

I use BE and Laura Geller and Paulas Choice. I do think they are all very different . For me I HAVE to make sure I moisturize before I use the powders otherwise no matter what the venders say-----it does go into the creases and lines and looks awful. I am 61 and have very dry but good skin without much in the way of lines and wrinkles. I do use the tinted moisturizers and bb/cc creams more these days. But for a quick cover up, I use the powders.

HappyDaze · ‎06-13-2012

oh yes I have tried so many brands and types and can say with certainty that they certainly are different! Some look too powdery, some don't do anything at all, some look to dry, some don't cover well, some are too heavy, some turn an odd color once applied, etc. I hadn't been using powder foundation in a number of years very often until I discovered Laura Geller's Baked elements foundation ( I do NOT like her balance and brighten) which is the perfect color for me (fair) and does not look dry or cakey and doesn't settle into my laugh lines at the outer corners of my eyes like some do.

Anyway, if you really want to use a powder foundation, I'd say keep trying until you do find one you love- there has got to be one out there! Otherwise, just use a cream or liquid foundation instead.

151949 · ‎03-09-2010

Some seem to be more finely milled so they look nicer on the skin. Not as heavy. I am currently using L'Oreal true match and I like it very much. Very light but with some coverage.