The Secret to BLURRED, PORELESS, FLAWLESS MAKEUP

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This quick easy step is often skipped but can give any skin type (including mature skin) smooth, perfected skin :
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[@janisdrew-cross4417]

I just saw this and got out my Hourglass Ethereal Light finishing powder and used it over the top of everything. What a beautiful difference! I have had this powder for a.few years and never knew what to do with it. Thanks!

[@Thepw1]

I have used Bare Minerals Original loose powder at the end of my makeup routine for years and have received so many compliments on how good my makeup looks. And I am 71 yo. I have learned that you have to keep trying until you find something that works for you.

[@SandiTink]

Finishing powder is a product that I think everyone needs. This probably sounds picky or snarky, but I’ve refused to have my makeup applied by an MUA who doesn’t use finishing powder. That’s how important it is to me. I discovered its importance when I was studying makeup application for film and photography in general. It can make a huge difference.

[@StephanieMarie]

It truly can!

[@user-lf5oz9ki8z]

Charlotte Tilbury is still my favorite finishing powder, but a more budget friendly option is NYX Can't Stop Won't Stop Mattifying Powder. Even though it says "mattifying", it's actually a more natural, almost satiny finish but without shine. After spending a lifetime with oily skin, I just can't bring myself to use any of those "shiny" powders. I tried, but they make me want to blot my skin almost immediately, LOL!

[@debbiebinnie7585]

Super helpful! Thank you for the brush options.

[@Eppybiz7]

Thank you, I needed this!

[@montieverett4983]

So informative! Thanks!

[@annettehankins3268]

Thank you for a very needed video!!

[@BenchPressGirl]

Love this vid!!! Thank you🙏😀

[@happyducky1143]

That’s a great demo! Thank you.

[@user-eb6vm8ij1y]

Excellent 🥰

[@colleenmcdermitt2189]

Trust me, this tip works so well but I always forget to do it. Thanks for the reminder.

[@terripratt2666]

Thanks for all the wonderful tips ❤

[@mariannakump8857]

Thanks Stephanie. Great advice and demonstration. 😊

[@godsgirl0019]

Hi Stephanie! I’ve been looking for your newest favorite powder video!!! Thank you!

[@sachacombs7400]

This has to be one of the most educational make up video I have watched! Most of us out here are not make up experts. We may know our skin type and undertone, but the intricacies of make up can be overwhelming. Thank you for making it so easy to understand. I have the hourglass tiger palette and have never used the finishing powder… here I go, trying it now… THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!!

[@StephanieMarie]

I'm so glad you found it helpful!

[@kathleenp3135]

Such a well articulated video explaining the product differences. Thanks!!!

[@MakeupAZ]

Your hair looks pretty this way! And you do look lifeless and beautiful!

[@LisaF_]

This is the Best. Tip. Ever! I’m 56 and almost always use a finishing powder (and you were actually the one who taught me the difference between setting and finishing powders years ago!) I think you nailed it. The older I get the more finishing powder helps me!! It’s the secret to a more blurred look (and helps tone down my blush which I tend to over apply! 😂) Plus, I still have oily/combo skin and must set with a matte powder, but I can use finishing powder to bring more radiance back to my face. The MAC is my favorite, too, but I also do okay with Hourglass, and Chantecaille.

[@StephanieMarie]

I'm glad you like it! All of those are great powders!! 💖

[@ALKSEA01]

I'm so glad you are doing a full favorites on powders soon! Will definitely be watching that too! xo

[@christubbs2614]

I never knew!!! I appreciate you sharing your knowledge. Time to go to the Mac Counter!

[@donnadesisto6225]

Super helpful! Finishing powder is the icing on the cake for sure!

[@lisaellis5951]

Thanks Stephanie! This was super helpful.

[@merstod]

Great video! I couldn't agree more, love my Mac powder! Thanks to you, I discovered it years ago!

[@LenaSheppard]

Thanks for doing this. It definitely makes a beautiful difference. I appreciate you immensely !

[@MonicaBrand]

Interesting. This must be the missing piece i need for my makeup routine. Thanks!

[@joansmith6844]

I miss the primer from beauty blender it was the best iv ever tried !!

[@SharrellKline]

Great reminder! I have one that's wonderful from Milani, but it's been languishing at the back of a drawer -- until now!

[@Stefistat]

I always use a finishing powder and at my age of 53 my skin looks flawless. Thank you for sharing this information. ❤❤

[@rheldaestenson]

Agree

[@flowerchild2657]

What brand powder do you use for your flawless complexion @stef?

[@sherriem8617]

Thanks for the great tips. You look absolutely beautiful. Skin is flawless.😊

[@everydayjanuary3648]

I love the Hourglass Veil translucent loose powder to set with. Never does me wrong!

[@lisalovesphotography]

Thank you for this video. Nobody talks about finishing powders anymore and I haven’t been sure how to use the one I have in my Hourglass palette. Now I know! 😁

[@melp8175]

I skip this step , thanks for tip …. 💕💕💕

[@ProfMary]

This was SO helpful, Stephanie! I never used finishing powder as I didn't know how to use it. I have one in my Hourglass Leopard Palette plus I have CT powder. I will definitely add this to my makeup routine. Thank you for this short but informative video. Greatly appreciated..

[@louisesharpy]

Another great tip. THANK YOU. I have followed you for AGES and I still learn every time !! Kisses 😘

[@bookshopgirlilmariel2510]

I never used to own a finishing powder until i bought my first hourglass holiday palette last year and wow! does it make a difference! It totally changed my makeup game 😎

[@debbiebubblescunico8042]

I love using the Hourglass veil powder and what a difference it makes. It makes your makeup look flawless and so airbrushed!!

[@lesliedemarco1691]

Stephanie this was a great video! I've been waiting for someone to explain this, YOU GO GIRL! 😘

[@StephanieMarie]

I'm so glad it was helpful!

[@angelauk4]

Lovely video as always. Another great drugstore one is the Milani Prep+ Set + Glow. Very similar to the Mac. Xx

[@715vmarie]

That one was so gorgeous! They discontinued it 😢

[@angelauk4]

@@715vmarie Oh honestly, why do they do this to us! Xx

[@715vmarie]

@@angelauk4 I know 😭 I preferred that one over my hourglass!

[@mariac4311]

This was a perfectly timed video as I've just started looking into which powders work best for finishing. Thank you!

[@juliebridge7590]

I have several finishing powders, that Ive been confused how to use them! Thank you this was very helpful, now I can use them with confidence ❤

[@tinajof4059]

Thank you so much Stephanie ❣️ I have terrible pores on my nose so I will try this👍 You ALWAYS look so pretty! Your makeup, skin, hair are all just beautiful ❣️ Looking forward to the “powders” video to come🥰

[@lindamurray6247]

Thanks- I can’t believe I’ve never used a finishing powder! Never thought of it! Your hair looks great! Can you do a hair tutorial?

[@AbbyMarmionMusic]

Thank you…

[@veronicasalas2666]

Great video Stephanie! Thank you so much! I have I believe 2 of these powders (maybe one more, need to go through my stash 😬) but I have been confused as how to use them since I have been using my Laura Mercier loose setting powder for setting my face. I had to have been influenced to buy those finishing powders but can’t remember where or why. I look forward to the next video you out on the different powders! 🥰👍 You and Risa are my faves 🙌

[@Kathyaaybeauty]

Awesome tip! Id been using setting spray at the end lately, but Im going to put my Hourglass powder on before the spray from now on.❤

[@chigurl4667]

I was going to skip this because I thought I had powders down, but it was a great reminder to use finishing powders which I don’t always use…can’t wait for the overall order video because it turns out I’ve amassed a lot of powder

[@cs-yq5ed]

Cute hair!!!

[@StephanieMarie]

Thank you!

[@MP-ni5fb]

I totally follow you about the finishing powder. You're bang on Missy! And I enjoy your voice and just the way you talk too lol

[@StephanieMarie]

Aw thank you! :)

[@jesthanyfletcher9510]

I love the Guerlain Metorites finishing powders, the last step!

[@StephanieMarie]

Those are so beautiful!

[@rheldaestenson]

Great video! I am 55 yrs old and always use finishing power. It is magic. Makes my face look flawless.

[@flowerchild2657]

I've just asked a commenter what powder she used to achieve a flawless 53 years old complexions, so I'm going to ask you the same question 😁 I practically never wear a foundation under my makeup so I've never used a finishing powder. However I found that video very informative thanks to her live example which I found great! I sometimes can go a bit overboard with my blush. Therefore to see how Stephanie smoothed and blurred her on-purpose exaggerated blushed/highlighted face really convinced me 🙂

[@rheldaestenson]

I use Laura Mercier candleglow sheer perfecting powder but it has been discontinued. When it is gone it will be a sad day but I will probably try Mac's finishing powder.

[@flowerchild2657]

@@rheldaestenson Oh too bad for you... Thank you for responding.

[@erinlee7216]

Thand you for a wonderful video! And I have to say your hair and makeup look especially amazing!!!

[@StephanieMarie]

Thank you so much!

[@erinwright30]

The physicians formula butter glow powder is perfection for a finishing powder!!! I like it above my hourglass powders. I have both and use PF daily. 44 with oily skin.

[@StephanieMarie]

Isn't it lovely?! :)

[@heathernelson4886]

I became a powder convert about 5 years ago, having thought I wouldn't love the finish. It turns out I love the Hourglass and Elf Halo Glow powders for finishing.

[@someonerandom256]

Elf Halo Glow in Pink is my ride or die. I don't know what I'll do if it ever gets discontinued!

[@debbiewalker273]

This might be the solution I was looking for. I can never get my blush to go on evenly, and a finishing powder may help even it out. I use quality brushes, BK Beauty, & REPHR, so I think it’s just user error. 🤷‍♀️ 😂. Thanks so much Steph !

[@lindabarnhill1522]

Me too!!

[@cindyb9830]

This looks awesome...I can't wait for your next video when you explain the difference of which powder to use when! I have loose and pressed powders and would love for my finishing touch to look like you this video. 💚

[@nataliemarshall7158]

Yes please 🙏

[@lindabenson1764]

You look beautiful today -' love your hair. 😊

[@StephanieMarie]

Thank you!

[@sussannekeith5676]

Stephanie Marie your skin looks amazing… you are looking younger and younger❤

[@StephanieMarie]

Thank you! I've been working on it!

[@kerriwright4593]

I liked the really blushed look on you lol

[@lindabarnhill1522]

THank you for this information :)!! The BK 107 is a flat brush - is it the same brush you have?

[@StephanieMarie]

It’s described as flat because the ferrule is pinched and not round :)

[@theoldertwin]

I have been using Meteorites by Guerlain for years as the last step in my makeup. It gives an absolutely beautiful finish. It is pricey and you are supposed to use their special brush, but my first container lasted me for over ten years. I never heard of a finishing powder but have always used it that way. The new Givenchy powder reminds me of the Meteorites but it is a loose powder unlike the solid balls. I highly recommend it!

[@StephanieMarie]

Yes! It's one of the OG finishing powders!!

[@krismarshall975]

I've used bare minerals finishing powder and it's great too. Does exactly what you said just blends and sets everything beautifully 😍

[@StephanieMarie]

That's a great one!

[@kimberleychavelle9737]

Thank you for this great video. I have dry and mature skin,so I never use powder much. I do like Ami Cole powder but I’ll have to see if it’s a setting or finishing powder.

[@StephanieMarie]

I haven't tried that one but it looks like a setting powder based on the description. You can always try finishing with it and see if you like the results. If not, grab something else! Thank you for watching!

[@shannonm7445]

This might be a dumb question, but is it best to use finishing powder as last last step after setting spray or use setting spray after finishing powder?

[@StephanieMarie]

I do it before :)

[@alwayscurious5063]

Great tip! Going to try it tomorrow!!! Would you apply setting spray before or after the finishing powder?

[@StephanieMarie]

I do it after when I use it, but try it both ways and see which you prefer! :)

[@vanessaradcliffe5373]

Great information! Also, tho, did you use a triple barrel curling iron on your hair? Want to try to get the same look. Thanks so much!

[@StephanieMarie]

I did! It's linked in my description box. Thank you!

[@cherylt5818]

So helpful I have not been liking the way foundations have been looking lately and this is the step I think I need. In your opinion which powder is the best for a candle lit glow?

[@StephanieMarie]

I love the MAC I used the most :)

[@33333rose]

My mind is blown by your perfect explanation. My skin is very similar to yours so I am excited to try this. Which shade of the Elf and Physicians Formula powder did you personally use?

[@StephanieMarie]

I have the light in both because they act more translucent :) Thank you!

[@smurfmonster]

How can I tell if a powder is a “setting powder” or a “finishing powder” I don’t think I’ve ever seen a powder that was specifically called a finishing powder. What makes a powder a finishing powder as opposed to a setting powder? Is it more finely milled? This sounds like EXACTLY what I’ve been needing after my skin changed for the worse (thanks to the good old menopause! My skin now seems more “crepey” and my pores are much more pronounced)with age, but I’m in the U.K. and I’m not convinced I’m going to be able to find one 🤦🏻‍♀️ help!!

[@barndi]

I’ve gathered that loose powder is setting powder and pressed powder is finishing powder, in general.

[@smurfmonster]

@@barndi Ah right, that would make sense, have I understood it correctly that finishing power also has a tiny bit of shimmer or luminescence to it rather than being a flat powder?

[@barndi]

@@smurfmonster yes I believe that is true. 😁

[@smurfmonster]

@@barndi thank you so much for the information, I really appreciate it! I’ll be starting my search first thing tomorrow!! 😁 xx

[@StephanieMarie]

Hi! Some are loose and some are pressed. I gave several examples in the video 🤩 One of my examples was actually a loose powder. Bare Minerals Mineral Veil is also loose. Most powders will say finishing powder. Most HD powders are finishing powders and powders that have a glow to them are used as finishing powders. Though some finishing powders do have a soft matte finish rather than a glow. But setting powders state that they're setting powders. I hope that clarified a bit!

[@nancykowalski5378]

Do you use setting spray after the finishing powder or before ?? Thank you for your great tips !!!!!

[@StephanieMarie]

Try it both ways and see which you prefer! :) Thanks for watching!

[@KimberlyLockhart-bi3zf]

What eye shadow palette are you wearing ? Looks so pretty !

[@StephanieMarie]

Hi! Everything I'm wearing is in my description box! It's new from Sigma and so pretty!

[@thebotanicalchemist4405]

Hi Stephanie! My holy grail setting powder was also the Laura Mercier Candleglow powder. So disappointed that it was discontinued. How do you find the replacement compares to the original? Weighing up whether to try it once my candleglow hits pan. Thanks ☺️

[@StephanieMarie]

I loved that one too! I find the new one to be more sheer and not quite the same. I like it but don't love it the way I did Candleglow. I prefer MAC to it :)

[@belindaayewoh437]

Hi, i use jane iredale pressed powder. All natural. Should I be using a finishing powder on top of a powder makeup?

[@StephanieMarie]

You absolutely can!

[@jenniferposch866]

Hi Stephanie, I’m Jennie. Can you please recommend a good drugstore finishing powder I want to try it and I’ve never used finishing powder before. Thank you, Jennie.

[@StephanieMarie]

Hi! I gave several recommendations in the video :)

[@nataliemarshall7158]

I think that the physicians formula, elf and Sephora are considered to be drugstore brands. At least none of the rest are what I would consider drugstore. I hope this helps

[@jenniferposch866]

@@StephanieMarie I’m sorry for asking you that. I was heading out the door and I didn’t see your whole video. Have a great day.

[@user-ff4lx9wz3y]

I'm excited to try this. I generally don't use powders because I have dry skin so I'm glad u brought that up. I like to use a really dewy highlighter at the end (Merit in Cava). I don't think this would go well with powder over it. Should I do finishing powder than dewy highlighter or would that defeat the purpose. Thanks!!

[@StephanieMarie]

You can absolutely do your highlighter over it if you prefer. There are no hard and fast rules. Try it under and see what happens. If it dulls it too much, put some on top! :)

[@pammalin9188]

Do you do setting spry before or after the finishing powder?

[@StephanieMarie]

Try it both ways and see which you like best! I usually do it after but have done it before too.

[@tonyarst2922]

Would using a finishing powder eliminate having to use a setting spray? Great video! Thank you and God bless!!!👑✝️❤️🙏

[@StephanieMarie]

It does help my makeup last longer than it would if I didn't do it, but for truly bulletproof makeup that lasts a really long time, I do use setting spray.

[@bjornolson21]

Do you have to set your face before using finishing powder? I just don’t want to use double powder because I have dry skin, but I love the look the Charlotte tilbury and hourglass give

[@StephanieMarie]

I always set my foundation and concealer. Setting serves a different purpose. This will NOT look cakey or dry:)

[@bjornolson21]

Thank you

[@louisah6020]

Are all pressed powders finishing powders? Can you use powder foundations as finishing powders?

[@StephanieMarie]

No some are blotting or mattifying/setting powders. Powder foundations have too much coverage.

[@lisaneinast4425]

In what order would you use setting spray ? Before or after the finishing powder?

[@StephanieMarie]

Hi! I usually apply setting spray after I'm completely finished because I want my makeup set in like that. But experiment to see what you like best. You may prefer to do setting spray and then follow with finishing powder :)

[@user-cm9ly6lk9u]

Do you have any tricks for texture and dryness? I have Melasma and am currently on Hydroquinone. It's causing slight peeling, which is making my makeup look terrible. I use hydrating essence, a nice barrier supportive moisturizer and the P. Calm sunscreen you recommended. It helps, but the moment I put foundation on, you can see every bit of the peeling😢

[@StephanieMarie]

I'm not sure how often you're using it, but it's usually best to start out using products like that 1-2x a week to build your skin tolerance up, then add a day as tolerated, and so on. That helps minimize peeling and dryness. You may want to try backing off your usage a bit until your skin is fully adjusted. You could also try adding a bit of facial oil (maracuja, marula, rose hip or something else) into your facial moisturizer or topping your moisturizer with it.

[@midlifemom5829]

Im 55 with combo oily T with texture (pores and fine lines). I try to avoid layering powders (bothe setting and finishing) cuz my oils create cakiness. So which should i choose?

[@StephanieMarie]

I'm 48 and also have oily/combo skin and find the MAC I demo'ed with to be smoothing and non-cakey and to have the right amount of luminosity. Everyone is different. But that's the one I like.

[@breebuzz87]

Hi Stephanie, thank you for this video. Just to clarify, would I apply powder in this order after my foundation?: setting powder, then setting spray, then finishing powder?

[@StephanieMarie]

Hi! Apply your foundation (then cream or liquid color products if you use those) then setting powder (then powder color products if you use those). I usually apply my finishing powder at this point and then my setting spray if I'm using it because I want my makeup set in like that. But experiment to see what you like best. You may prefer to do setting spray and then follow with finishing powder :)

[@breebuzz87]

Thank you, you’re the best

[@martitoudy1590]

How do I find the finishing brush you use. The very first one.

[@StephanieMarie]

It's listed and linked in my description box

[@lynettewalsh4918]

Are most finishing powders baked? I'm trying to get used to using powders

[@StephanieMarie]

Many are yes :)

[@cs-yq5ed]

I'll be interested in your video on powders. I find it confusing between Finishing, Setting, Blotting, etc. And why wouldn't I just use the Givenchy, if it can be used for Setting and Finishing? One product for both.

[@StephanieMarie]

You can use that one for both absolutely. Some setting powders aren't made for finishing because they're too thick and matte. But that one isn't :)

[@kerriwright4593]

But can you use finishing powder without using setting powder underneath?

[@StephanieMarie]

Yes, you can

[@puffsplus72]

I tried your advice but I didn’t find it worked for me. I end up buffing off my foundation. I just can’t master having a light enough touch I guess?

[@StephanieMarie]

You're either buffing too hard or you're using too dense of a brush, yes

[@kimnarveson5190]

I would be lost without finishing powder!

[@doxieowner2571]

I assume that you don't need to use finishing powder when using other powder products, like Laura Geller's foundation as an example? My pores are enormous and nothing is working!

[@StephanieMarie]

You absolutely can still use it over any type of foundation as the very last step of your makeup!

[@elisasilva5621]

I'm confused.. so if we only use powder products (no creams on the face) we use the setting powder, apply our products (blush, bronzer, etc) and then finishing powder?

[@StephanieMarie]

Yes :) I've used it even on days when I use powder foundation and it still looks beautiful

[@elisasilva5621]

@@StephanieMarie oh wow ok I'm def going to try!! thank you🥰

[@toniacassetta5766]

Thank you for this video. I only use not tested on animals. Would you please recommend some brands .

[@StephanieMarie]

Hi! I gave several cruelty free options. Thanks for watching!

[@toniacassetta5766]

@@StephanieMarie OMG Iwill have to rewatch your video. I am having so many problems with my skin right now…

[@marionallen2222]

🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍

[@ablaqp123]

So, right after all your makeup (foundation, blush, etc) you apply SETTING powder and right after you apply FINISHING powder? 😳 pleeeeease clarify this for me ❤, isn’t that too much powder?

[@samanthalyons8341]

Hi, you apply the setting powder after your foundation and concealer. Then apply your blush and all other make up. Then the finishing powder. Hope that helps.

[@ablaqp123]

@@samanthalyons8341 thank you! ❤️

[@StephanieMarie]

Setting powder is applied to set foundation, concealer, creams and liquids. You apply it after those. Then you apply other powder color products. After you're finished with ALL of you're makeup, the final step is finishing powder. It's polishes off the look

[@ablaqp123]

@@StephanieMarie thank you for clarifying this for me ❤️

[@taniapannellini5209]

I’m even more confused after the video sorry!

[@MP-ni5fb]

What's most confusing for you?

[@taniapannellini5209]

@@MP-ni5fb some powders seem to be setting and finishing as well? Like the CT? Then what's best, a specific finishing product or a hybrid one? It's HD loose translucent (makeup Forever) better than compact, lightly colored like Mac or CT? Thanks a lot

[@StephanieMarie]

​@@taniapannellini5209 I'm sorry you're confused! It doesn't have to be complicated! Some setting powders are sheer and have beautiful finishes that make them great dual purpose powders. But finishing powders rarely lock in makeup the same way a dedicated setting powder does. If you have a sheer powder with a lovely soft finish, test it out and see if it gives you the effect you're looking for. If not, then check out one of the powders I recommended. One powder isn't better than the other. It's all personal preference. For example, I love setting with the CT powder, but rarely use it as a finishing powder because I prefer my finishing powders to have a soft candelit glow diffused effect. So I use a dedicated finishing powder. Personal preference. The beauty of makeup is playing around and finding what you like :)

[@taniapannellini5209]

@@StephanieMarie thanks for taking the time to explain! I'll follow your advice since I di have CT powder: I'll set with it and then I'll use a sheer luminous one to buff and blur all the products......very useful content thanks 👍💖

[@JuliaHarrisx]

I have to try this and by pure coincidence I have the Mac powder in my collection somewhere. Will definitely be train this next time I’m getting ready.