Why Compact Powder Is A Must-Have Makeup Essential
What’s your biggest makeup pet peeve? Is it makeup-melting, getting a shiny forehead, or cakey-ness? There is one heaven-sent product that can single-handedly tackle all of this and much more – compact powder. Consider it as the glue that holds everything in place, so that you slay, all day! But not applying it correctly, or using it at the wrong time during makeup can actually do more harm. So, here’s everything you need to know about compact powders – from application to benefits, we’ve got you all covered, gal.
What are the benefits and uses of using compact powder?
Evens out skin tone
A smoother and even-toned skin is inevitable when using compact powders. Carefully curated with shades that are as good as ‘second skin’ our SUGAR POP Longwear Compact boasts of a super-lightweight and long-lasting formula that stays put for hours together. It’s perfect to use on its own for a minimal makeup look or after you’ve applied your foundation and concealer to set the makeup. It cancels out any patchiness or unevenness that is caused post layering the makeup.
Covers makeup blunders
Even a person who’s been applying makeup since ages can make blunders. Some extra blush on one check or using an incorrect foundation shade. No matter what faux pas you’ve committed, compact powders can seamlessly hide them all.
Absorbs oil and sweat
If you live in a humid and hot climate, keeping your makeup in place is no less than a thunderous task. Or if you have oily skin, then you know that things can get a bit slippery. But not with compact powders. Post your base makeup, dab some compact all over your face, focusing more on areas that get greasy quickly. This way you can easily sweat-proof your makeup.
Makes makeup long lasting
If you hate re-touching your makeup every now and then, then make compact powder is your BFF! Some rain or shine, using a compact will save all your hard work and keep your makeup from melting.
Mattifies lipstick
Love a lipstick shade, but it is in a satin or glossy formula? Worry not, simply dab some compact powder over it and leave it for 30 seconds. Then using a brush, gently buff away the excess product and there you have it! Perfectly matte lips in seconds.
Can be used as an eye makeup base
Don’t have an eye primer? No problem. Applying compact powder over your lids will work just fine. Oily or greasy lids can make your eye makeup look like a complete disaster. Coat your lids with compact for long-lasting and smudge-proof eye makeup.
How to perfectly apply compact powder?
The best way is to first apply the product on your face using a sponge. You can set your base makeup using a compact setting powder. Our SUGAR POP Longwear Compact Powder comes with a sponge that allows you to press-in the product on your face and neck post applying your shade foundation or a BB cream. Allow it to sit for a minute or two and then using a brush, blend out the product. This gives you a mattifying, shine-free look that lasts from dawn to dusk, and dusk to dawn!
How to choose the right compact shade?
Does not matter what you have heard or seen your friends do, never buy a compact shade that is not a true match to your skin tone. Buying a shade that is lighter, will make you look ashy and washed out in no time. Since compacts are pigmented and technically the last step in your base makeup, you MUST ensure that you’re picking the right shade. Our mattifying compact powders are available in 5 shades, where you’ll definitely find your true-matte-match!
How to apply compact without foundation?
If you’re running late, prefer minimal makeup, or want to keep it light for a day, then simply applying compact powder will do the trick. All you need to do is start with a cleansed face and apply a lightweight moisturizer. Our SUGAR POP Vitamin C & Tea Tree Moisturizer is a fast-absorbing, super hydrating, vitamin C-rich wonder that keeps skin soft and supple. Once nicely absorbed, use the sponge to dab the compact all over your face and neck. Do not drag. A single coat is enough to give you an air-brush finish and blur out imperfections. Just dab and pat and you’re good to go!
Already in love with compact powders, right? Go get one now!
Written By: Rhea Shah