Top 10 Translucent Powders

BEST FOR: Oily and acne prone skin

LOVED FOR: Living up to its name by making your pores literally disappear

BEST FOR: Beauty lovers on a budget

HELPFUL TIP: It might not be a loose powder, but one swirl of a brush gets you more than you need. Make sure to tap off excess powder before applying to avoid a ghost-like glow.

LOVED FOR: Kat's Micro-Blurring Technology uses teeny mica powders to create a formula so light you can't even feel that it's on. 

USERS SAID: "As someone who has always been intimidated by loose powder, this powder has truly changed how I feel. The powder feels so soft and silky and looks natural on the skin, rather than chalky or textured. The packaging is so cute and the sifter prevents you from making a mess or spilling any of the powder. This powder feels so amazing on the skin."

BEST FOR: Setting your under eyes with no creasing or caking

LOVED FOR: The reviews are in, and the claims are big. Users dub this a Laura Mercier dupe!

LOVED FOR: Available in three different shades, there's a color match for everyone.

COMPLETE THE LOOK: Trying to hide scars or cover blemishes? Use with Dermablend's Cover Creme!

BEST FOR: Compact's are so underrated. Reapplying this finishing powder is as easy as tossing into your work tote!

LOVED FOR: 100% oil-free, but never drying, thanks to the added vitamin E.

USERS SAID: "I have been waiting on a powder like this for my oily skin...i dont like blotting tissues and i dont like flashback. This powder is my new go to! It WORKS and keeps me matte for a very long time. It even sets my under eye concealer (match stix suede) for an even more flawless finish. No flashback, lasts long, lovely packaging...well worth the coins! One of my faves from the line!"

LOVED FOR: Truly long-lasting wear

BEST FOR: Mattefying oily t-zones

HELPFUL TIP: Looking to keep your lipstick on lockdown? Try using underneath your lip color to keep color fresh and lasting.

BEST FOR: That airbrushed look

LOVED FOR: Glow four different ways with translucent, tinted, illuminating, and hydrating options.

BEST FOR: This cult fave has editors swearing by its magical powers best for keeping makeup in place and shiny foreheads at bay.

LOVED FOR: Blending flawlessly