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	Chanel Poudre Douce Soft Pressed Powder I make no effort to hide my undying love for Chanel, but no one should ever pay $50 for a powder. Not even if it's the smoothest, silkiest (talc) powder they've ever used. Not even if it smells like roses and comes in a luxurious mirrored compact with a separate (somewhat inconvenient), soft brush. Not even if it covers min...More $50.00See more Chanel products Average rating from 31 members 8.5
	Laura Mercier Loose Setting Powder I don't know about you, but coating my face with French "cashmere" talc sounds almost as good as a bubble bath. Like any loose powder, this can get messy if its classic sifting canister is jerked around. The tinted powder inside reflects light with near-microscopic shimmer, providing a light finish that mutes smal...More $34.00See more Laura Mercier products Average rating from 27 members 8
	MAC Mineralize Skinfinish Setting foundation with powder can look so powdered doughnut-like. That's why this baked, slightly luminescent, light-coverage powder is a keeper. It's matte enough to take away shine, but the bit of sheen makes it look more skin-like -- and no, it's not shimmery enough to highlight imperfections (I know that's what you wer...More $24.50See more MAC products Average rating from 37 members 8
	Clinique Blended Face Powder and Brush This large jar of finely ground powders "sets and perfects makeup" of varying quality and comes in seven basic shades that does a fine job of camouflaging pores and concealer. The sifter keeps powder-y mess to a minimum, unless the container bounces around a lot during travel. Then, it seeps everywhere. But why do...More $18.50See more Clinique products Average rating from 49 members 8
	BareMinerals All-Over Face Color Don't be fooled by the company's flowery language that these little powders add "luminosity" to the skin. They're basically bronzers. They get high marks for giving a nice, natural-looking glow (especially the Warmth shade). And it's true that they're made of natural ingredients and don't contain preservatives, so...More $18.00See more BareMinerals products Average rating from 539 members 7.5
	LORAC Perfectly Lit Oil-Free Luminizing Powder Similar to Lancome Photogenic sheer pressed powder, this smooth finishing powder is designed to light up the face and detract attention from flaws by bouncing light off skin -- a must before photo ops. (The mirrored compact and thin, round applicator come in handy on the fly.) The handful of sheer, shimmery shades adapt to ...More $32.00See more LORAC products Average rating from 12 members 7.5
	Clinique Stay-Matte Sheer Pressed Powder Every girl needs a good blot now and then, and that's how this powder earns its stripes. The thin peach sponge does a fair job mattifying trouble spots and giving a deliberate satin finish to the T-zone. Be sure to blend with fingertips for a natural look. The sponge does collect skin oils, and it gets grungy, so be sure to...More $19.00See more Clinique products Average rating from 109 members 7
	BareMinerals Mineral Veil A talc-free topper to the company's hotly debated mineral foundation, this pale peach powder adds dewy shimmer to eyes and cheekbones. But the same stuff that adds a nice highlight where you want it can just as easily draw attention where you don't: to your pores, fine lines and oily spots. Bottom line: Light to medium skin...More $19.00See more BareMinerals products Average rating from 236 members 6.5
	Aveda Petal Essence Face Accents Having three blush shades to blend is great in theory, but with Aveda Petal Essence Face Accents trio, the darkest color overshadows the rest. Infused with organic lavender (minus the strong scent), the talc- and mineral oil-free formula is a tad pricey, but a great choice for sensitive skin. Color goes on strong so apply w...More $17.00See more Aveda products Average rating from 7 members 6
	Laura Mercier Secret Brightening Powder The effect of this specialized loose powder is so subtle, I can see why they called it a "secret." The minute brightening power comes from shimmery mica particles mixed with a base of white/lightly tinted talc and silica. Effects are so faint, application may seem unnecessary; but the powder can help set concealer...More $22.00See more Laura Mercier products Average rating from 14 members 5