Make Up For Ever HD Microfinishing Loose Powder by Make Up For Ever, Powder Review

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10

Gorgeous Powder to be Used Carefully

There has been tremendous press about Make Up For Ever's "HD Microfinish Powder." It is an amazing product, but I think some words of warning need to be issued about it here. This is an award-winning, translucent, ultra-finely blended silky powder to be used on your bare complexion or over makeup. It is made of one hundred percent mineral silica which does work to disguise fine lines and crease...read mores and pores, keep oil at bay, and stop makeup from budging. It will keep skin moisturized as well as it also adds a soft radiance to your face, and who doesn't love that? The problem is that many women use far too much. Just a little is necessary here. You may want to use a good, professional powder brush (a kabuki brush works best, applying in small circles), but I have better results with Beautyblender's incredible little sponge. I pour a tiny amount into the cap or a palette and blend with the sponge dampened, being sure to get rid of all lines of demarcation. When using on nose and chin, downward strokes will help to disguise pores. Many women are adamant about setting undereye concealer with powder. This is probably the finest setting powder available, but I have mixed feelings about this practice. Back in modeling school, we were drilled again and again never to use powder of any kind around the eye area, as it will ultimately make creases protrude. I have used this under my eyes and am thankful that my skin is in good shape, with no crow's feet and miniscule creases. However, I did find that it made the concealer look artificial and did call attention to the tiny lines. I washed my face and began all over again, this time keeping the powder confined to my nose, chin, and other areas of my face. When I did that, I was very impressed

GigiSD | 1103 reviews

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10

A little goes a long way!

This is easily one of my favorite setting powders EVER. Work a little bit in your brush (swish it well) and dab all over your face. Most people tend to put TOO much powder on their face which is why they complain too much about looking too powdery. This powder is razor sharp and ultra refined--it will look completely invisible when applied correctly. In fact, I think my makeup looks better with th...read moreis on than without it because it really helps to control shine and blur fine lines and edges. Don't be afraid to try this on if you have darker skin because the powder looks white. I work with MUFE products and I am always willing to demonstrate on women of color to reinforce my claims that this goes on completely invisible. It feels light weight as well. You can wear this on top of makeup or alone on days when you just want to remove shine and don't feel like wearing makeup! I highly recommend using the cap to pour a TINY bit of the powder into it when you dip your brush in it. I can see why this product has won so many awards because it is truly the best. I used to use BareMinerals Mineral Veil all the time until I started using this lovely product.

volta | 566 reviews

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8

Soft Finish

I really like the look and feel of this product. After using the HD Liquid Foundation, this powder helps to take away shine but doesn't have that powdery look that some finishing powders. It has a nice and natural look to it, like your skin just got smoother within 5 seconds. However, do not over powder your face with this because it will leave a white layer all over your face. Great for use in ph...read moreoto shoots and wedding photos. Lasts at least 6 hrs without reapplication. Feels great on skin and since it is finely milled, you don't see the powder, it kind of just melts right in. It can be a little messy, but I just tap off the excess and then after putting the cap back on, I will shake off any powder that got in between the cap and the edges so it doesnt spill the next time I open it. Highly recommended.

makeupbyjanalyn | 169 reviews

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seemed good...at first

So, I have to agree with a lot of other reviewers that this powder does finish off make-up flawlessly. I looks great...in person... I recently went to a dinner with my friends where a lot of folks took photos and I looked exactly the same in all the photos: I had glowing white skin, mostly around my eyes and nose! I asked around and everyone said they couldn't even tell I was wearing much make-...read moreup in person (and I swear I used a small amount of this stuff and blended it well), but every photo looked ridiculous! (think 'red carpet faux-pas with too much powder' ridiculous) It was awful. I will definitely not be using this powder anymore for fear there might be a camera close by.

mlenaei | 33 reviews

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10

My FAVORITE setting powder

I don't usually give out 10's to powders, because they usually don't do exactly what I'm looking for, but that's not the case with this powder. People seem to be complaining about how their skin looked white or powdery, but you have to use an EXTREMELY small amount of powder. A little goes a LOOOONG way. You might not even be able to see it, but it's there and it's working its magic on your face. ...read moreIt makes my skin feel like velvet, and I'm so glad you don't have to use very much. I've had it for about a year and I'm only halfway through it! I have somewhat oily skin, and this powder makes my face COMPLETELY matte and it lasts ALL day. The best thing is, there's no different shades. It's completely invisible and looks amazing on absolutely EVERYONE if applied correctly. I recommend pouring some in the cap before you dip your brush into it so you don't get too much. You don't even need to put it over makeup! You can wear it alone and it'll STILL make you look amazing. It seems to kind of make everything look softer and smoother and just in general prettier. A lot of people seem to be scared of this product because it's white, but seriously. If you apply it correctly, it'll be invisible even if you're black! It's just that amazing! I can't put into words how much I love this product. I don't plan on switching to anything else in the near future. It's definitely worth the price. I know the size of the container is deceiving, but you're getting more than a year's worth of makeup!

GingerDrink | 97 reviews

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10

Sport the Radiant look effortlessly..

Hands down the best make up fix powder ever. What makes it so great it that it is translucent which means it will not create additional layer of make- up which can make you look cakey... This product will not settle in your lines as it is light and gives you a illuminating, natural glow while keeping your make- up in place. Less is more... just use a minimal amount of this product and you will are good to go... Loved it <3 <3 XOXO

Parul1407 | 5 reviews

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9

Does its job

It really helps set your foundation and keeps oil under control. I dislike how it feels if you accidentally inhale it, I try and hold my breath. And also I feel that it doesn't travel very well. I prefer pressed powders vs. loose but this really helps oily skin!

guapis | 20 reviews

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10

Incredible

Don't let the super white color of this powder scare you off! It goes on truly invisible and you barely need that much to cover your whole face. This works great over foundation, tinted moisturizer, BB cream, alone, or any other time you need to combat shine or set your makeup. I will always have a jar of this powder in my makeup bag.

elleseaare | 44 reviews

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One of the best

Its super tiny, its just like dust. I love how thin this is, and how smooth it is applied to the skin. I love the look, its flawless. A little goes a looooooooonnnnggggg way, im not even half way and its been a month and half! This is like velvet, but on skin! Must have!

MissRitzy | 22 reviews

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10

works like a charm!

I use this on myself & clients to set under eye concealer and it never ever leaves lines or noticable marks! love this power!

NYbeautygirl523 | 23 reviews

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