Best Face Powder of 2026

"As someone with acne-prone skin, I usually struggle with powders that either look cakey or make breakouts worse. This mineral powder actually leaves my skin looking and feeling healthier, while keeping my complexion even and natural."

"I've been a loyal user for years and really love how it gives me a beautiful finish without caking. But I'm disappointed that the applicator is no longer included—now I have to purchase it separately, which feels inconvenient."

"This powder is perfect for my on-the-go routine. The shade fits my Filipina skin beautifully. While I do have to touch up midday due to my oily skin, it's still my go-to for a quick, fresh look."

"I'm genuinely amazed by how lightweight and blurring this setting powder feels. It gives my skin a flawless, smooth look without feeling heavy, and the pink tint really helps to brighten my complexion. I love how it doesn't settle into lines or make my skin feel dry, which is rare for powder. For me, it’s a new staple!"

"As someone with oily to combination skin, I was searching for a powder that would blur pores and create a bright, flawless finish. This one delivers just that! I especially like how it smooths under my eyes and blends seamlessly with my blush. While I do need to touch up throughout the day, I’m still really impressed by the overall effect."

"I have very sensitive, dry skin and usually avoid powders, but this one is different. The fine, pink-tinted formula acts like a veil—it lifts my skin tone, smooths out texture, and never irritates me or settles into lines. It’s perfect for setting concealer under my eyes without looking cakey."

"After years of using other powders, I switched back and noticed a dramatic difference, especially on my aging skin. This product gives me a smooth, natural look and doesn’t dry out my skin or settle into lines. Even in warm weather, my makeup stays put all day. I’ll definitely keep repurchasing."

"I was looking for something that wouldn’t irritate my sensitive skin or cause breakouts, and this powder is it. It’s lightweight, easy to apply, and lasts all day. The coverage is just right for a fresh look, and it’s worth every penny."

"I appreciate that this powder is made with natural origin pigments and minimal ingredients, so it doesn’t clog my pores. The finish is breathable and matte, and it controls shine without feeling heavy or cakey. It works beautifully both over foundation or on its own."

"I've noticed this powder keeps my makeup looking natural and fresh all day without settling into fine lines or making my skin feel dry. I especially like how lightweight and silky it is, and it does a great job at controlling shine without feeling heavy. It's become my go-to for setting my foundation."

"My skin is pretty sensitive and a lot of powders tend to break me out, but this one is gentle and never causes irritation. I love that it blends in so well and feels barely there, and it actually lasts a long time, so I feel like it's a great value."

"I was worried the medium warm shade might be too light for my medium brown skin, but it matches perfectly and gives a smooth, filter-like finish. I mostly use it to take away shine after applying sunscreen, and I’m impressed with how it never looks cakey or pale."

"I've found the e.l.f. Prime & Stay Finishing Powder to be lightweight and easy to apply, and it keeps my makeup looking smooth and matte all day. The value is fantastic—absolutely love this product!"

"With my very oily complexion, I use this powder both before and after foundation. It controls shine for about 8 hours and gives me a natural look all day. This shade works especially well for darker skin tones like mine."

"This powder is light, covers well, and matches my skintone perfectly, which is usually hard for me to find. Despite a small shipping issue, I'm overall very happy with the product!"

"I've been using this powder for two years now, and the coverage is incredible and easy to build up. It's definitely my go-to—I'll keep buying it again and again!"

"I love how this pressed powder gives my skin a flawless, polished look and totally eliminates shine and oiliness. It looks so good on camera and really helps me look put together."

"The color and coverage were perfect for my skin, but the compact arrived broken with powder everywhere. If the packaging was better, I'd repurchase in a heartbeat, since the product itself is excellent."

"I love how this powder gives my makeup a smooth, natural matte finish and blurs my pores without feeling heavy. It keeps my face shine-free for hours, and the price is unbeatable for such reliable performance."

"As someone with sensitive skin, I appreciate that this powder meets clean beauty standards and doesn't irritate me. The color match is perfect, and I don't have to worry about constant touch-ups since it controls oil so well."

"This pressed powder has become my go-to for daily wear. It blends seamlessly, feels lightweight, and keeps my makeup looking fresh all day. The shade selection works perfectly for my skin tone, and the price is fantastic."

"I've tried countless foundations, but the L'Oréal Paris True Match Powder gives me a flawless, natural finish that feels incredibly lightweight. The coverage is buildable, and I love how it matches my undertone perfectly. It's also great for touch-ups on the go—the compact is sturdy and convenient!"

"Finding an affordable foundation that actually matches my skin has always been a struggle, but I was amazed with this one. The color match is spot-on, and it blends beautifully with my color corrector. Even though I live in humid Florida, and nothing seems to last all day for me, this powder didn't oxidize and looked great for hours."

"This powder foundation is now my everyday go-to for a radiant complexion. The shade selection is excellent, and it provides just the right amount of coverage without feeling heavy. I have combination skin, and this keeps shine under control without clogging my pores. Great quality for the price—I've tried more expensive brands, but I always come back to this!"

"I love how this powder gives me a natural, rested look without feeling heavy or cakey. If you can find a shade match, it's amazing for blurring, mattifying, and even reducing redness and under-eye circles. It's almost like a BB cream in powder form—perfect for a natural finish!"

"Honestly, for the price, this powder is surprisingly effective. I hesitated because I couldn't see the shade clearly online, but it turned out to be a good match and keeps my makeup in place. Lightweight on the skin and works well for medium-tan and deeper tones. Great entry-level product!"

"As someone with dry skin, I'm always wary of powders, but this one mattefies without drying out my face. It feels fine, soft, and creamy—no patches or cakey look, even under my eyes. If you have dry skin, I'd highly recommend it for a smooth, long-lasting finish."

"Since adding this powder to my routine, I've noticed a huge improvement in my skin's finish. It blends seamlessly, minimizes pores and fine lines, and feels incredibly comfortable—no heavy or cakey feeling at all. I can trust it to control shine for hours. For the price, it's absolutely worth trying if you want a professional, HD-quality look."

"After using e.l.f. Perfect Finish HD Powder, it's become my go-to for setting makeup and achieving a flawless, soft-matte finish. I appreciate how it's so lightweight and doesn't accentuate dry spots or settle into lines. The powder leaves my skin smooth and airbrushed, and the convenient compact is great for touch-ups wherever I am. For an affordable powder, the quality really stands out."

"What I love about this powder is that it keeps my makeup looking fresh all day and blurs imperfections without ever feeling heavy. It’s perfect for quick touch-ups, super travel-friendly, and doesn’t clog my pores—even with my acne-prone skin. For me, it easily competes with high-end powders but at a much better price."