Best face power according to redditors

I failed to keep the mascaras I went through this year... my bad... But I always use Maybelline Lash Stiletto.

What have I learned? I should really tone down my purchases of products like eyeshadow palettes and blush palettes. It takes FOREVER to get through one. And yet I have so maaany.


Left row - Powders!

E.l.f. HD setting powder


Skinfood Peach Sake Powder x2


Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder


L’oreal Infallible Pro-Matte Powder x5


Urban Decay Ultra Definition Pressed Powder x2


Maybelline SuperStay Better Skin Powder




Top row, left to right


SETTING SPRAYS

Urban Decay All-Nighter Makeup Setting Spray


L’Oreal Infallible Makeup Setting Spray


Smashbox Primer Water x2


SUNSCREEN

Biore Aqua Rich Watery Essence x3




Second row, left to right


FOUNDATIONS

L’Oreal Infallible Pro-Matte x2


Rimmel London, Lasting Finish Foundation x2


Giorgio Armani Luminous SIlk Foundation


Tarte Amazonian Clay Full Coverage Foundation


Kat Von D Lock-It Concealer Creme - sample


BROW

L’Oreal Brow Stylist Plumper Brow Gel Mascara


Third row, left to right


PRIMERS

Kat Von D Lock-It Hydrating Primer


Hourglass Veil Mineral Primer, Jumbo size


Too Faced, Primed & Poreless


Smashbox Photo Finish Color Correcting Primer, Apricot


Smashbox Photo Finish Color Correcting Primer, Green


Smashbox Photo Finish Pore Minimizing Primer


Coola, Daydream Mineral Primer


Benefit, Porefessional


Murad Invisible Perfecting Shield


Fourth row, left to right


EYE SHADOW PRIMER

Too Faced Shadow Insurance


Smashbox 24 Hour Photo Finish


Becca, Shimmering Skin Perfector in Moonstone


Becca, Shimmering Skin Perfector in Champagne Pop


Maybelline master Hi-Light in Nude, discontinued, but still available on amazon


Fifth Row, left to right


SKINCARE

Vitamin C serum x3


Vitamin C serum


Mizon Black Snail All-in-One Cream


Mizon Snail Eye Cream


Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair Eye Cream


Mizon Collagen Power Firming Eye Cream


Corsx BHA Blackhead Power Liquid


Corsx AHA Whitehead Power Liquid


Corsx Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence


Caudaline Organic Grape Water - Guys I can’t find this shit anywhere. Did it get discontinued/ replaced?


Thayer’s Witch Hazel Toner


Bottom row, left to right


LIPS

NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream, Stockholm


L’Oreal Colour Riche Lip Balm, Nourishing Nude


Buxom FUll-On Lip Cream, Mudslide


Dr. Lipp Miracle Balm


Buxom Full-On Lip Cream, Rose Julep

Skinfood Peach Sake Finishing Powder as my dry shampoo! ($7.99 + Free Shipping on Amazon) I love using it because

a) it's fine and doesn't make my hair feel too gritty and it actually absorbs the oil really well

b) It smells like peaches

c) It lasts a really long time, much longer than an aersol can

d) IT SMELLS LIKE PEACHES

I recommend using a kabuki or makeup brush to apply it.

Eyebrow Cover - Elmer's Glue, Pros-aide Cream. Raven talking about Bianca recommending it to her.

Powder - Coty Airspun is the best on the market for the cost. You can literally get it at Walmart, and for Translucent Powder the only thing that matters is the texture. Ben Nye Luxury Powder is the other standard, but it's pricier. The "girl, look how orange you fucking look, girl" powder is Topaz. A ton of queens of color use the Banana powder, and even cis women use it now because Kim K's makeup artist uses it on her. Ben Nye also makes a Super White powder that gets used over their Clown White foundation for very stark highlights, like under the brow. I believe Super White is the powder Sharon Needles uses to look ghostly. Raven's preferred pressed white powder is Mac Studio Fix in Shivering White.

Foundations - Kryolan TV Paintstick has been the industry standard for about a decade now. It used to be MaxFactor Panstik, but they discontinued it in the US. Jackie Beat bought all of it that she could in bulk when that happened, but then I think eventually switched to Kryolan. Dermablend was originally formulated to cover burns, so it also gets used. I believe Katya used it on Drag Race, if she doesn't still use it. Ben Nye Clown White is the product that Nina accused everyone of stealing from her, and is an incredibly versatile product. Manila Luzon used it in her makeup tutorial to cover her black brows.

Eyeshadows - Sugarpill Pro Palette is pretty ubiquitous at this point, but they were founded in like 2010 so there are still old-school queens who are holdouts. Bulletproof and Tako are just about the best black and white eyeshadows on the market. Trixie and Farrah both use Dollypop constantly. On the other hand, they mostly concentrate on crayola colors and less on browns. La Femme and Mac are basically responsible for Raven's beige face. Miss Fame uses a lot of Cozzette Infinite Eyeshadow.

Lip Pencils - MAC are basically the standard. Nothing else comes to mind. I've used drug store pencils, but these are the only ones I've gone out of my way for. Sharon swears by Nightmoth lip liner.

Lip Color - OCC Lip Tar used to be everywhere, but Jeffree Star seems to have put them out of business. Traditional lipsticks are easy to make, so basically any drugstore brand does the job if you can find a color you like.

Highlighters - Jeffree Star Skin Frost, Anastasia Beverly Hills Glow Kit. These didn't used to be a thing. In Manila's 2011 makeup tutorial she used dots of MAC loose pigment in Vanilla for this purpose, and that was kind of groundbreaking because it was how her face didn't look matte after being powdered to hell.

I use this one too but it has recently been reformulated and people say it's not as good as before. I'm still on an old bottle and I love the matte finish it gives. I also like the privacy sunscreen powder (amazon.jp), it's good for a mid-day touch up and has the bonus of taming any oily breakthroughs.

Skin Type: Very Sensitive
Concerns: Pore Size, Skin Tone, Blemishes

Morning 🌞

EVENPRIME | Gel Cleanser | $16 (TOP 🌟 THREE)

Gentle pH-balanced facial cleanser with subtle Yuzu fruit scent. Gel-like texture. Cleans skin without stripping or over-drying. Protects and fortifies the skin barrier – helping to reduce the appearance of blemishes. Wins a place in my "top three" because I've tried cleansers from a bajillion different brands (Glossier, Drunk Elephant, Malin+Goetz, Krave, Kiehls, Shiseido) – this one not only feels great on my skin, but has helped keep me blemish-free for nearly a year. Plus I'm a sucker for all things Yuzu. 🍋 I'm on my third tube – highly recommend.

EVENPRIME | Face Mist | $24 (TOP 🌟 THREE)

Acts like a toner and essence in one. Because it’s meant to be a skincare product, the spray strength is more refreshing compared to sheer setting sprays. No sticky, tacky feeling. Rich in “best of” K-Beauty favorites like Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate and Centella Asiatica (Cica) extract. Helps balance my skin tone, reduce pore size and makes my skin feel and look healthier. EVENPRIME also wins a "top three" spot here, because it's wasn't easy to find a fragrance-free, alcohol-free toner WITH Galactomyces. I find this product to be a more advanced version of the CosRX Galactomyces spray, and since using I've started to get compliments from strangers about my skin/pores.

THE ORDINARY | Caffeine Tincture | $7

This is the only product I own from The Ordinary (due to the price). Caffeine helps to temporarily reduce the appearance of under-eye bags. The effect of this product is pretty minimal, and the applicator sucks – too much product comes out, but I feel “better” doing something – I’d say I’m on the team that considers under-eye creams to be a beauty industry scam. Worth trying for the price.

EVENPRIME | Daily Moisturizer | $32

Super lightweight daily moisturizer (could be used as a primer – works great under makeup or SPF). A good product for guys if they’re afraid of the “greasy” feeling of traditional moisturizers. Also rich in Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate and Centella Asiatica (Cica) extract.

KRAVE BEAUTY | Beet Shield SPF50 | $20 (Not Pictured)

I have super sensitive skin and get irritation from products containing avobenzone. I love that Beet Shield is coral reef friendly and mineral-based (with no “white cast”). SPF 50+ PA++++ (NOTE: I’ve also tried KRAVE’s cleanser, but prefer EVENPRIME’s – KRAVE’s has a slightly metallic overtone which I can’t really explain).

COOLA | Lip Balm SPF30 | $12 (Not Pictured)

It has a tiny bit of azobenzene, but it doesn’t irritate my lips. One of the best SPF products for lips imo. (I use the clear version).

Night 🌙

EVENPRIME | Gel Cleanser | $16

Really great cleanser. I use it 2x a day.

BIODERMA | Micellar Water | $5-12

I find mineral SPF sticks to skin, so use Micellar Water as a second cleanse just to remove any extra particles. Have been using this for years. I’ll also occasionally use the Banila Co Balm, which has a lovely, buttery texture. The Banila Co Balm feels more luxurious I guess.

EVENPRIME | Face Mist | $24

I also use this 2x a day – love how it saves me time. Feel like Galactomyces is the type of ingredient you really want to load on your face for it to work best.

IUNIK | Galactomyces + Rose Stem Cell Serum | $16

MANYO FACTORY | Bifida Complex Serum | $40

I alternate between these two serums, which I discovered on a trip to Seoul last year. Not sure if I’ll repurchase the IUNIK one (it doesn’t really seem to do anything, and has more of a watery essence texture). The Bifida Complex from Manyo Factory is a good/affordable Estee Lauder dupe, and contains a few nice ingredients (including my fav – Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate).

MANYO FACTORY | Galactomyces Essence Cream | $55

I purchased the SK-II products last year during a new year’s sale in Tokyo, but just ran out. Full disclosure, SK-II still uses methylparaben if that’s something you avoid. I’ve since switched to Manyo Factory’s Galactomyces Essence Cream (I use the thicker cream at night because I live in Los Angeles and the climate is so dry). When I travel home to New Orleans (which is way more humid), I just use the EVENPRIME one day/night because it’s cost efficient.

LANEIGE | Lip Sleep Mask | $20

I had tried Laneige’s water sleeping pack mask, but it dried my skin out, so wasn’t hesitant to try their lip mask, but GUYYYS this is a great product. My lips look so plump and beautiful after using it. They nailed this product. Wish they had an unscented version, however.

Other 💫

EMINCENCE | Strawberry Rhubarb Exfoliant | $48 (or KANEBO | Suisai Powder | $22)

So I let an esthetician convince me to switch to a powder chemical exfoliant. I love the smell of the product, but it last FOREVER. I also don’t love the packaging because it’s hard to use in the shower without fear of getting water inside and ruining the product. So to friends I recommend Suisai’s exfoliating powder. It comes in cute little containers, which are great for traveling.

CAUDALIE | Glycolic Peel Mask | $39 (TOP 🌟 THREE)

I’ll also work in Caudalie’s Glycolic Mask 1 or 2x a week. They call it a 10 min facial and no joke – once you wash your skin, you notice how radiant and glowing your skin is. The NEOGEN wine gauze pads provide a similar effect, but I don’t use them as often as the Caudalie mask (they are cheaper if price is important). I'll definitely continue to purchase the Caudalie mask, so it gets a "top three" spot as well. You'll love it!

(Any Brand Works) | Tea-Tree Oil | $10-12

I use tea tree oil as a spot treatment. Learned long ago that harsh acne products just make things worse.

Sorry no video. Makeup is incredibly confusing, and time consuming! You just have to go for it, and create your own style, and routines.

If you're applying eyeliner to your waterline, which is that tiny ridge between your lashes and your eyeball (upper and lower) it needs to be dry, and oil free.

If you are using liquid, or gel eyeliner, it will smudge until it sets. The fan lets you blow air on your lashes/brows without messing up your hair.

The powder puts a very fine translucent layer over the eyeliner, and or eyeshadow to keep it from smudging, and to set it. 💕E

Handheld MiFan https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DDDLSRL/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_1QuEDbT1NF7DF

Translucent Loose Face Powder, for Setting Makeup https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000BNG4VU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_pSuEDbMK3F2A7

kanebo enzyme soap powder because I saw an OG Asian beauty guru write about how westerners are so scared of soap when really pearl barely is awsome for your skin and soap has a neutral ph for your skin and is great for aging. Someone said this is great bc it has enzymes and comes in little cubes so it’s great for traveling.

Does anybody know of a powder face wash that is not loaded with sodium laurel sulfate? Even the one you mentioned in your post is loaded with it and alcohol, as most of them are— even if they have a ph of 5 or so.

It’s not AB but farmacy-take the day off has the best ingredients to me so far, but it still has all the bad ones too. At least it’s not full of alcohol, so far as I can tell at least.

Farmacy-take the day off
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Zea Mays (Corn) Starch, Sodium Bicarbonate, Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate, Vaccinium Macrocarpon (Cranberry) Seed Powder, Citric Acid, Water/Aqua/Eau, Mannan, Phaseolus Angularis (Adzuki) Seed Powder, Spirulina Plantensis Powder, Echinacea Purpurea Root Extract, P-Anisic Acid, Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract, Ascorbic Acid, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Lactobacillus/Lemon Peel Ferment Extract, Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract, Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Root Extract, Althaea Officinalis Root Extract.

Yeah, I dropped $126 and waited anxiously for 10 days just to hear that. So fucking frustrating. If anyone's curious what I bought specifically:

• NYX Cosmetics Studio Finishing Powder
  
  
• Nyx Highlight & Contour Powder
  
  
  
• BLINK BEAUTY Professional 8 Layer, Blush, Lipgloss, Eyeshadow Makeup Cosmetic Kit
  
  
• SHANY Slick & Shine Lipstick Set of 12 Famouse
  
  
• CoverGirl & Olay Simply Ageless Serum Primer
  
  
• COVERGIRL and Olay Tonerehab 2-In-1 Foundation, Golden Tan
  
  
• e.l.f. Baked Blush, Peachy Cheeky
  
  
• EcoTools BAMBOO 6-pc Makeup Brush Set 1206
  
  
• EcoTools Make-Up Kabuki Brush Set

Sure thing! Step-by-step, comin' at you.

1. Make sure area is clean and dry. Put face moisturizer on it and let it soak in.
   
2. Put primer on, not just on the marks but all over the area. This is actually an important step because sweat and clothing are going to be working against you all day so having primer on there will help the makeup adhere to your skin mo' betta. And it'll just look smoother.
   
3. Put a color-correcting concealer on. I used green, but yellow would probably also work (green cancels out red tones, yellow cancels out purple). Put the color correcting concealer ONLY on the marks, not the surrounding skin (aside from a little bit of blending so the edges aren't too sharp). I used this flat foundation brush, but fingers might work as well.
   
4. Put on your normal, skin-tone concealer. Apply this directly on top of the color correcting one, and also into the surrounding areas to blend it. I used this brush to stipple it on. She can look up youtube videos of how to stipple, but it's basically just bouncing the product onto your skin.
   
5. Brush on a thin layer of translucent powder. This helps set the first layer of concealer so that you can pile on more layers without them muddying or blending together, since you want to create a layer effect and not a puddle of concealer. I used this powder and this brush to do so. Any translucent powder and large brush will do the trick!
   
6. Repeat step #4!
   
7. Then repeat step #5!
   
8. Use your normal foundation and stipple brush for a final layer that should be pretty seamless with the rest of your skin.
   
9. I chose to do a final layer of translucent powder, but that's because I live in Southern California and it's hot and I need to be prepared for the gym. I'm sweating a lot of the time. She could probably go without.
   
   Good luck!

Nyx silica powder is HG makeup status for me. I've really calmed down my oiliness through the tips on this sub but this is absolutely the only thing that keeps me matte throughout the day. I'll drive ridiculously far out of my way to find a drugstore that sells it

Wow, that's a pretty big haul! It's great that you've got some knowledge of basic skincare and makeup! You can also check out the Beginner's guide for some more information on Asian skincare. The Holy Grail list is also a good introductory resource for different types of layering skincare products, and some makeup products. If you know your skin type and concerns, you can also check out the February Routine thread to see what other users have in their routine and if it helps them.

Now, on to the main concern of your post!

Primers

Like other users have mentioned in your original post, you do have two eye primers. Do you intend on wearing eyeshadow often? If yes, I suggest that you try them and pick the one that works the best for you. If it's possible, you could return both and try the samples instead.

Setting Powder

I think the Innisfree No Sebum Mineral Powder and the Skinfood Peach Sake Silky Finish Powder are great. The best thing about them is that they work wonderfully (given that it's not caked on), and the smooth finish lasts the entire day for me. They are also cost efficient, and you can find plenty of reviews online.

Sun protection

I haven't tried that Shiseido sunscreen, so I can't comment on the quality and effectiveness of it. I suggest that you try it to make sure that:

• the sun protection is enough for you in your daily activities
  
• the finish of the cream is appropriate for your skin type (is it greasy? matte?)
  
• your skin doesn't become irritated by the sunscreen
  
  I prefer using the Hada Labo UV Creamy Gel and the newly formulated Biore
  Aqua Rich Watery Essence. I find that both of them do not cause me to break out, or leave my face feeling oily and greasy. They are seriously my HG. You might want to consider trying these as well! They are a bit cheaper than the Shiseido one, and the PA+++/++++ protection is a huge plus!
  
  Lip tint
  
  For $12, the Sephora lip stain is not a bad pick up! That's about on par for most Asian lip tints.
  
  Eyeshadow palettes
  
  Many Asian eyeshadows are neutral colors and tones, and are not as pigmented as other American brands. Personally, I don't mind this because it suits my tastes, but others might. I am a fan of the Urban Decay Naked palettes, and I do recommend them if they aren't out of your price range. I also like the NYX palettes because they are quite affordable with good color pay-off, and the Innisfree Mineral Single Shadows because of the sparkles in some of the selections.
  
  Before you purchase, you can also do some research and look for reviews of other palettes that you're interested in (unless you feel like being adventurous!). Most reviews include swatches so you can see how that color looks on that individual.
  
  I can't comment on the blush or lip primer since I don't use those types of products often in my routine.
  
  Regarding your skin type and concerns... What is your current routine? For color correction, there are many products that help with lightening redness. I have seen much success with using Missha's Time Revolution FTE (old formula) and Missha Time Revolution Night Repair Science Activator Ampoule. These products usually go on sale often, so be sure to check out the Missha sales. You could also look into incorporating some vitamin C, AHA, or BHA products in your routine as well.
  
  There are also many moisturizing creams that can moisturize your skin! You can look through the two lists I linked above to find some of the popular ones that ABers recommend.
  
  Lastly... before I fall asleep ... You don't have to be afraid of skincare and makeup! The process of finding your HG products will require trial and error. Here, I would like to stress that makeup and skincare is very much YMMV. What works for one person may not work for another, so that's why it's important to patch test and do research! For beginners, I would not recommend buying a full sized, expensive, product before trying a sample of it or doing research! The best thing about Sephora is that you can ask for a sample to try at home before you commit to the purchase. That way, if it causes a breakout, you wouldn't have to worry about wasting it or having to make a trip to the store to return it. In addition, by being mindful of the ingredients, you can potentially find out which ingredient(s) cause a bad reaction and avoid it.
  
  We're all very friendly and helpful here, and many of us are able to answer any questions you may have! There's a daily thread that's stickied, and you can ask specific questions there.
  
  Best of luck!

I had this issue when I first started shaving. I’m less bothered now, but the best thing I’ve found by a mile is Ben Nye neutral set colorless powder:

https://www.amazon.com/Ben-Nye-Neutral-Setting-Powder/dp/B01LMN47DE/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=ben+nye+neutral+set+powder&qid=1572479900&sprefix=ben+nye+neu&sr=8-3

It’s what photographers use to mattify skin on set. If you get some of that and a cheap barbers brush (the kind barbers use to brush hair off the back of your neck), sprinkle some powder onto the brush and dust the dome, it will be matte. And the effect lasts quite a while. And so does the product. I’ve only used a third of a pot in 18 months.

I tried lots of moisturisers and powders and Ben Nye is the best in my experience.

If you're fairly new to makeup I'd look into a tinted moisturizer, face powder, a natural blush, and mascara for starters. You definitely don't want to start off too strong, especially if you don't typically wear makeup.

• Tinted moisturizer is great because it isn't heavy and is pretty easy to match to your skin tone since it isn't very opaque. It gives your skin a little color without appearing caked on. This can be applied with a sponge or even with your fingers if you prefer. I like this one a lot!
  
  
• Face powder is great if you have oily skin. You can get translucent powder or one that has color in it. It's best to apply with a large, fluffy brush but sometimes they will come with a pouf that works as well. This is a great loose powder.
  
  
• Blush will give your face a little color. It's hard to recommend a shade since I don't know your skin tone, but Maybelline makes really nice blushes that are pigmented, but not so much that you will look like a clown with just a touch.
  
  
• Mascara will make your eyes look more open and awake without overpowering them. You can even get brown for a more natural look! This one is my current favorite!

Physicians Formula Mineral pearl highlighter in Translucent Pearl here

My picks are a rotation of Japanese sunscreens, because when it comes to skincare I just can't stick to one thing!

Some in my rotation:

Disclosure: These are all Amazon non-affiliate links so people here can easily find prices and other reviews (even though I personally shop these on Ebay and Rakuten and not Amazon).

• Biore Perfect Face Milk - Says it's water resistant, I personally like the finish and can use it under makeup with no issues.
  
  
• Biore Perfect Milk - This is great for going out in my opinion, an actual going outside face sunscreen!
  
  
• Hada Labo Creamy UV Gel - Very light and friendly, I reserve it for interior use.
  
  
• Shiseido SENKA Mineral Water - I really like this one and on me this has a matte powdery finish. Some people complain it goes on greasy. I find that whole it's greasier than others during application, it dries out non-greasy. YMMV.
  
  
• Forgot to add: I use Privacy's UV Face Powder for retouching. It's Zinc Oxide based. There are other sunscreen powders on the market. My mom uses Colorescience's and it can be found on Amazon too, and Peter Thomas Roth also has one. I just use this one because it's cheaper. It's very whitish though so not the best option for darker skintones.
  
  Finally, the cult favorite is Biore Watery Essence so I'm linking it. I personally did not like how drying this was and its citrus smell, but the vast majority of people swear by it because it's really light and easy to use everyday in interiors.
  
  Japanese sunscreens generally contain alcohol and all the ones I listed do contain alcohol, so if you're against alcohol in sunscreen you might not like the ones I list, however there are some well liked alcohol-free Japanese sunscreens that you can find searching online, /r/AsianBeauty can be a good resource for these.
  
  The reason I personally like Japanese sunscreens in particular is their texture and their ingredients. Most of them contain Titanium Dioxide (a physical UV blocker) and/or Zinc Oxide (the broadest spectrum UVA blocker approved for sunscreen use at the moment). UVA are the rays you need to look out for when preventing sings of aging. This is what PA and the plus signs after it stand for in Japanese sun products, while the SPF we are all familiar with only refers to UVB protection. Four plus signs after PA denote the highest level of protection currently in place.
  
  The downside of physical sunscreen it that it tends to leave a white cast behind so darker-skinned people might have issues with this aesthetically.
  
  There might be western sunscreens that are physical but most mainstream brands (like Neutrogena) rely on their chemical patented formula (or a mix of physical and chemical like some of La Roche Posay), which is also good, but can be sensitizing to some people. They also do have a greasier formula that remains tacky at least in my experience, and some people really hate this about sunscreen.
  
  I don't personally use Korean sunscreens at the moment because their regulations only allow PA+++ to be the highest, but many people enjoy their variety, so again you can look in the AsianBeauty subreddit or on youtube/blogs if you want to read reviews of those.
  
  **
  
  
  
  If you for personal reasons would like to get a Western brand physical non-greasy sunscreen, Paula's Choice Resist Super-Light Daily Wrinkle Defense SPF 30 Tinted Matte Moisturizer contains Zinc Oxide protection and has a matte finish!
  
  Her line is overall well liked by people because of their choice of ingredients due to a philosophy of extensive research. I have this sunscreen and while I found it too drying for my normalish-to-combo skin, it could be a godsend for oilier people. Ideal for daily use, and it has some tint. I haven't tried any other of her sunscreens but her line is worth looking into, if you're new to building a routine! Unfortunately I'm just noticing that since my introduction to this brand in 2014 the prices have raised, most likely due to her online following growing.
  
  Final note: All of which I just wrote is stuff I learned from the Internet and also my personal experiences with the products I've tried and liked, I'm not a sun protection expert!*
  

I found some Canadian equivalents!

http://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B00JA4TWU6
http://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B00EJA8ZQ8

I've been trying out Maybelline's Fit me Matte Poreless powder in translucent as a setting powder, and it's been able to keep my shine away. I apply with a brush instead of the pad it comes with.

I had the worst smelling feet, I swapped shoes every day, baby powder, washed my feet VIGOROUSLY every day, no use. Eventually stumbled upon a product called On Your Toes (check amazon). Incredibly effective yet pricey. Then found out that stuff is just zinc oxide, and bought a huge bag of it on amazon for like 10 bucks. I like... don't even have anxiety about it anymore because I'm just so certain my feet don't smell anymore. Good luck!

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003IGOL8U/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_faSXzbKCQ90M6

i've lately been experimenting with using a light dusting of illuminating powder on...my whole face, so that even when i'm not shiny-glowing i'm like, light-reflecting. THE QUEST FOR CONSTANT GLOW IS NEVER OVER.

Go trolling at your local goodwill for the longest, most colorful, vaguely ugly skirt you can find. Then find a flowy blouse, kind of like this. Then tie all of the scarves you own all over your body and head. Wear some giant hoop earrings and some crazy make up and there you are. A gypsy/ fortune teller lady. People dig that costume and it's not a super common one.

here is my item. Thanks for hosting!

A foaming rice powder exfoliant like any of these:

Kniepp: https://www.kneipp.com/us_en/products/enzyme-face-peel

Dermalogica: https://www.dermalogica.com/daily-microfoliant/11-00,default,pd.html

Kanebo SuiSai: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005DP2FAA/

Tatcha: https://www.tatcha.com/product/CL-POWDER-V2.html

I am also a tret user and use these when my skin needs a gentle exfoliation. Doesn't irritate my skin. Lmk if you have any questions.

I like either a big fluffy brush or a powder puff, and with either I get a good amount and press into the skin... not rub or buff. I let it sit while I do my eye makeup and then use the brush to lightly wipe away any excess that didn't set.

This is one of the best big fluffy brushes I've found (recommended by Zabrena):
https://www.icing.com/us/black-and-rose-gold-powder-makeup-brush-187607.html?cgid=83

And some cheap powder puffs, although if you look around on Amazon you can find all kinds:
https://smile.amazon.com/Joly-Powder-Puff-Makeup-Pieces/dp/B018Z2WMNC/ref=sr_1_4_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1525906619&sr=8-4&keywords=powder%2Bpuff&dpID=41NYArQz7DL&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch&th=1

I like this one, too, but usually after I use a setting spray and have fanned my face a bit to get the spray to dry. Then I press this powder puff lightly all over for a nice smooth finish:
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B071F1RPF3/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

You can also get the Laura Mercier velour puff on Sephora, but because it's more expensive I tend to not use it as much since my cheaper ones work just as well.

Peach Sake finishing powder because who doesn't want a little sweet sake to go with dessert? ;)
Thanks for the sweet contest!!

I highly recommend investing in some matte colorless powder. I use the one linked here:

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https://www.amazon.com/Ben-Nye-Neutral-Setting-Powder/dp/B01LMN47DE/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=ben+nye&qid=1563330068&s=gateway&sr=8-2

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TO me one of the most glaring issues that makes a video look amateurish is shiny skin. This effect is pronounced when you use small specular light sources and is amplified further when the direction of that light is unflattering, like with overhead fluorescent lights. The powder will eliminate hot spots and make even really harsh directional light look pleasing.

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Get a nice soft make up brush and apply all over the face. You really don't have to be very precise and if it looks a little heavy in person that's fine, it'll look great on camera. In fact, you'll probably want to add more than looks natural to your eye.

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My other bit of advice is to make a DIY flag out of some foam core from Home Depot and find a way to rig it from above for the interviews to block off the overhead lights. Alternatively use something translucent to diffuse it instead of blocking it completely.

I don't have this issue, but a friend of mine is excessively oily so any product melts on her. She starts off with a proper moisturizer and let's it sink in. Then she uses the MUFE mattifying primer and then puts on a powder. I'm not sure which step she does first but I think it's primer before powder and I don't remember the name of the powder she is using, but it's similar to this:
http://www.amazon.com/Etude-House-Sebum-Drying-Powder/dp/B00UGPJSA2/ref=pd_rhf_gw_p_img_4?ie=UTF8&refRID=0ZZ63RBNNE5A72QD0R7S

Then she puts on her foundation. And she will lightly go over it with the powder again. She still gets some shine later on but not the melting and mess she used to have.

I just spray it and go my merry way! I’m almost finished with my first one. I also bought the powder version and i use that one on top of my sunscreen in the morning sometimes too but my reapplication is always the mist.

http://www.amazon.com/Glow-Inc-Ultra-Green-Powder/dp/B00BNEX8QK/ref=pd_sim_ac_5?ie=UTF8&refRID=1AN3M1KHB0BVW61KYBYT

i am going to try this out. reviews look promising but i need to compare the strength of this vs a standard glowstick. glow in the dark beads are also an idea we came up with where you could add to the 2 legs.

oh this is fabulous. I spend $98 on a kid from makeup forever that had this foundation and this powder for a friends wedding because I was maid of honor and would be in a lot of pictures (it also came with a primer and brush but I didn't have any issues with those). Anyways you'd think for something so expensive that it would actually be worth it. NOT. the foundation was kind of gritty and watery. it didn't go on or blend well either. so I just ended up looking like I had dry skin in some spots. oh and I don't know if I mentioned but this kit was meant for people who are going to be in pictures except when you wear the finishing powder it sort of glows in pictures or reflect with the light of the flash. basically I looked like I was wearing a white mask in the pictures.

I love all of those things except I don't wear fake nails and cant have chocolate.

I use this. http://www.amazon.com/Innisfree-No-Sebum-Mineral-Powder/dp/B0083WXLLW

I heard good things about this one, but I've been hesitant because of the fragrance.
http://www.amazon.com/Coty-Airspun-Loose-Powder-Translucent/dp/B000BNG4VU/ref=sr_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1463009837&sr=8-1&keywords=coty+airspun+face+powder

Yeah, it adds a matted texture to your face. Glare/shine can be really distracting when talking to people.

http://www.amazon.com/MAKE-UP-FOR-EVER-Microfinish/dp/B002T3Y8X6/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1343000524&sr=8-4&keywords=make+up+forever

Yep! The Privacy UV Face Powder ranked #2 on Cosme's current face sunscreen rankings. Amazon has it so I'm thinking of trying it too :) Need to read the reviews on Cosme.net first. Don't know about the effectiveness compared to gel/milk/liquid ones..

You could try the Palladio Translucent Rice Powder it's cheap and Japanese

Tarte Amazonian is great for oily skin and lasts a long ass time. Medium coverage but you can definitely build it up. Similarly the Loreal Pro Matte. It is not as matte alone as the Tarte but it does stay matte and last a long time. Also good coverage that easily builds. Lastly the Too Faced Peach Perfect. If you can find your shade. They all run a bit yellow and are darker than they say on the website. This is a match in person foundation only. My match is Snow and I am definitely not fair skinned but light. That said it is matte and easy to build and lasted all day during my Hawaii humid as fuck wedding last year.

Powders. Thee best is going to be Innisfree no sebum mineral powder. You want this exact one. Not the blur powder, not the pact and not the pressed. I have tried literally dozens of dozens of powders and if you want to stay matte this is the one. It's better than the Laura Mercier, better than the CoverFx, it's just better. The good thing is you can not go overboard with it either. Light hand to packing it on to baking and it will never look like too much on the skin. For my wedding I did one light layer all over then another light layer in my t-zone to really set it. Also flash photography tested and no issues for me.

Lastly setting spray. Boscia White Charcoal Mattifying Makeup Setting Spray is your best bet for this. I tried the Skindinavia, both the bridal and the oil control ones, all the Urban Decay ones, a WnW one, the Hard Candy one, and a few others as well. The Boscia one won hands down every time. But yes shake the bottle like the other commenter said to.

You may also want something like a finishing spray just to lock everything in. I do recommend the Ben Nye Final Seal for that. It's a setting spray but won't keep you matte alone, so I used it as the finishing spray just to set everything into place. Nothing budged for me all day or night. And just as reference for skincare I used the Skinfood Peach Sake line to start off with. I used the toner, emulsion, and serum that day. I still use those whenever I'm feeling really oily. Dang do they really help me stay matte too. If you can only get one the serum is your best bet. The serum isn't your typical serum like thin and watery but a really velvet feeling oil zapping kind of product.

Here, here.

I am extremely frustrated by elf and its quality, sorry! The following is what i do when lazy but gotta head to work.

Suck it, redness and under eye circles and various discolored skin!

I get this at whole foods for like 14 usually. i know its not like the drugstore but i find this is great bang for buck

and the invisible powder to set here. I hear elf is making their brushes vegan soon so grab their kubuki brush, its like 4 bucks.

Sorry your gear got jacked, this should help keep you from being asked if you are tired all day;) My makeup tacklebox is more high end pro stuff thats vegan like Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics but the cheap shit gets you through the day fine:D

Absolutely. I would look these items up on Makeup Alley, or see if Tati on youtube has reviewed them to see if they are something you would be interested in...
Coty Airspun– I think you should ask for the unscented powder since the scented one sounds overwhelming.
Catrice Cosmetics – Now this has some cult following, and it looks like Shoppers Drug Mart is starting to ship this, so the brand may be available in Canada soon! Again, check out Tati, she mentions a few.

Sonia Kashuk Brushes and Make Up – A brand that’s usually found at Target, her brushes are pretty well loved and bargain priced! I recall Target had a few other hard to find brands but I can’t think of any specifically.
Expensive brands like Hourglass and Charlotte Tilbury and Kat Von D are kinda available in Canada, but not the full line. Tarte Shape Tape (exclusively at Ulta) is a must have! Morphe is also at Ulta, another dream of mine.
Try this link too - http://www.mtv.co.uk/beauty/news/cult-us-beauty-products-not-sold-in-uk
Off topic, but I find the selection of Nike shoes and cool colours of sneakers limited in Edmonton. It’s hard with shoe size, but some of my best gifts have been these unique pieces.
Got a sweet tooth? This looks like heaven in a dessert!
I am sorry I can’t be more specific about products since it depends on skin type, complexion etc. But I hope this may help a bit, or at least you’ll learn a thing or two :D

I have yet to hit pan on it and I've been using it almost daily for close to 6 months now. And this was the travel size!! I'm praying they bring it back again this year so I can grab another one. It's actually a duo with contour powder on the other side.

EDIT: I found it on Amazon for $33

I’ve just returned with a suitcase of products, I’m still working my way through them all!

Products I loved:

• Mediheal tea tree sheet masks (available at Don Quixote): calms down skin on the verge of a breakout. The packaging has changed slightly from that shown in the link.
  
  
• Acne Barrier Protect Spots (Cosme and other speciality beauty/skincare stores): seals pimples and turns them into a tiny speck overnight. Seems to work better once they’ve (TMI) popped unfortunately, but still an amazing product. I apply to a clean cotton bud so I don’t contaminate the dropper.
  
  
• SK-II Facial Treatment Cleanser (department stores): received this as a sample in a pack. It’s a nice gentle cleanser that visibly brightens afterwards.
  
  Things that didn’t set my world on fire, but YMMV:
  
  
• Kanebo Suisai Beauty Clear Powder Wash (any drug store): This was described as being coarser than the Tacha Polishing Powder (haven’t tried), but I could barely feel any of the exfoliant. I usually use the Aesop exfoliant which is very coarse so may just be me.
  
  
• Shiseido Macherie Perfect Shower (speciality beauty/skincare stores): Not /AusSkincare and think this really depends on your hair type. It’s described as a perfect cure for bed hair, I have naturally wavy hair and it made my waves partially drop out, so it was neither straight nor wavy - just flat and messy. I’d prefer something like the Bumble and Bumble spray.
  
  
• Canmake Perfect Multi Eye Pallet, Shade 02 (most beauty stores): nice formula, blends well and really lovely warm brown shades. However it’s very much that subtle Japanese eye make up look, I’ve been using Huda, UD and ABH for too long so prefer something a bit stronger.
  
  
• I bought a La Roche Posay sunscreen and BB cream at the same time they started flogging them throughout the Aus Open. There are plenty of threads on them.
  
  Things I bought and haven’t tried yet:
  
  
• SK-II Facial Treatment Essence and sheet masks (department stores): When in Rome...
  
  
• Shiseido Ultimune (department stores): As above.
  
  
• Anessa Perfect UV Sunscreen Milk (drug stores and speciality beauty/skincare stores): I saw lots of good reviews for this brand, but the Aqua Booster version. I could only find it in spray form rather than a bottle (perhaps wrong time of year) so bought this instead. There is a gel option too.
  
  
• Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Gel (drug stores): another sunscreen that was highly recommended.
  
  
• Melano CC Intensive Anti Spot Essence (drug stores): I had to have the concept of a vitamin C serum explained to me so probably not the greatest source. Apparently it’s “more stable”.
  
  
• Kose Softy Mo Deep Cleansing Oil (can’t remeber where I bought this, drug stores and beauty/skincare stores will have it): highly recommended, DHC seems to be well regarded too.
  
  
• Canmake Perfect Serum BB Cream (beauty/skincare stores).
  
  Other things on the must-have list but got to the end of the trip and was all “I’m not paying that”:
  
  
• Shu Uemura Ultime 8 Sublime Cleansing Oil.
  
• Hada Labo Shirojyun Lotion.
  
  I speak schoolgirl Japanese at best, but everyone there is only too happy to help. Screenshot as many products as you can so you can show people in shops.
  
  It probably goes without saying no matter where you are, but knowing what colours work for your skin is a must. I’m biracial but look completely western, so I found SAs would try and direct me to pink-based makeup by default. My skin is completely yellow-based so I always had to politely decline their recommendations.
  
  Happy shopping!

Try Oil Absorbing Rice Powder. Or, more diffusion.

I've been looking for SPF spray that can go over my makeup but there aren't many products on the market in the US and the ones that are available are really expensive. I've bought the supergoop and coola SPF makeup setting sprays but returned the coola and intend to return the supergoop because it's smells really bad and kind of burns your eyes.

I used the Privacy face powder and Privacy face mist everyday while in Japan. It was really sunny everyday and I didn't get burned. I reapplied the mist and powder threw out the day and it didn't cake up. They both won awards on Cosme, which is a Japanese makeup site that reviews and ranks products. The mist isn't matte like the supergoop but if you use the spray then powder if you want it to be matte. I ended up buying a lot of backups of both because I liked so much. I haven't tried the spray with the pink cap yet, but it also had really high reviews on Cosme. I would also suggest the Biore UV water rich (Also won cosme awards).

I have been using it almost every day for about a year and there is only a small dent in it. I use a kabuki brush and take one swipe for each cheekbone and one or two for my forehead, chin, and nose. I don't feel bad about spending $40 on it since I've been using it every day for so long and at this rate it will be literally years before I use it up.

I just checked and I actually bought it in November 2014, so a year and a half! Also it's on Amazon for under $30 right now, compared to $44 retail. http://amzn.com/B00FXBTI5O

A friend of mine has [this] (http://www.amazon.com/NYX-HD-Finishing-Powder-Translucent-Finish/dp/B009GLQG6Q/ref=wl_mb_hu_m_5_dp) and she loves it. Would love [5.21 with shipping] (http://www.amazon.com/l-f-Studio-Eyeliner-Makeup-Waterproof/dp/B008532S7W/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_nC?ie=UTF8&colid=3F0OLRWNN54YV&coliid=I1BNIDL020K908) Summer fun

I've bought the stuff from Glow, Inc on Amazon for modding my knife scales. I mix it with 15min epoxy - works great.

All of these commenters have great suggestions on how to prevent the shine! However, I'd like to add that a translucent powder pat on in the morning would help control the shine throughout the day and help it from being so intense. Etude House No Sebum has great reviews, and Skinfood's Peach Sake Powder is the product I currently use in the mornings, even on days where I wear no makeup, because it keeps my skin from getting super shiny and oily.

There's a cheaper one that's like 3$ and it doesn't have a label or anything.
Here's the link:

http://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B00EJA8ZQ8

Usually drugstores carry it- my local Walgreens and CVS do. I've seen it at target, too. If you still cant find it, I'd say that here would be your best bet. :)

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Hey! I was totally in this situation 6 months ago. Figuring out technique is a sort of "figure it out as you go" situation and tons of videos on youtube can help you figure it out. What I can help you with is your purchases. Figuring out what you'll need is extremely overwhelming, so here's a dirty rundown of what I've gathered so far:

1. Starting off can be pricey, so I highly recommend starting off buying cheaper make-up until you figure out your vibe. You really don't need the expensive stuff to look good, and make-up in stores like Sephora and Ulta are EXTREMELY expensive relative to how much you will be using vs. their price. That being said, amazon is your girl. Mehron has extremely cheap foundations on Amazon and they last forever (at least they did for me) - attached is my main shade, but you can look through the color options they have to guess your base/contour/highlight. I've only gone through one entire stick of my base foundation (which I use the most) since i've bought my base make up. I HIGHLY recommend in investing in beauty blenders and not brushes when it comes to foundation because i've found that beauty blenders make looks come out a lot more polished. (Not to say that good looks can't come out of brushes, I've just found blenders to be a lot easier to work with.
   
2. Once you have painted your foundation in a way you're happy with, use light layers of setting powder to set it down. Remember that although the more powder you use will have it last longer, the more cakey you'll come out. Also keep in mind that the powder will soften colors, so don't expect the foundation to be as intense as it was before you put the powder on.
   
3. Colored eyeshadow can be really tough when you don't know what colors work for you. This is the palette I highly recommend getting based on it's color variety and price. Mind you, some of the colors came in cracked, but if you press them down without mixing them into the other pots, they are deff still usable. Remember that you'll need a lot of brushes if you want to experiment with different shades. Elf brushes found at any general store (Target for example) typically go for a dollar each, so stock up on those so you have room for experimentation. I'd recommend around 10 or so just to be able to play around.
   
4. EYELINER. I personally love a sharp thick liner, so I primarily get some cheap liquid liner and cover it with black eyeshadow to make it POP. (This can also be applied to any part of painting - If you want it to really POP (I cannot stress this enough) start with a liquid or cream material and cover it with it's powdered equivalent. Any cheap elf liquid liner will do. If you're not really focused on a sharp liner, go for pencil because it's generally easier to apply.
   
5. Eyebrows - Not sure what your eyebrows are like, but trust me when I say that they're one of the biggest inconveniences when it come to painting your face. If your brows are thick, I highly suggest investing in a multipack of glue sticks. Gluing techniques vary among queens, but I tend to apply a heavy layer of glue, smooth out as much as I possibly can as fast as I can before the glue gets tacky and dry with a hairdryer. After the glue is almost dry, I apply a light layer of setting powder (DO NOT GO OVERBOARD, because your brows WILL come out crunchy). After this initial layer, continue layers of glue and LIGHT powder until they're fully blocked. Be sure that they're completely dry before you continue on to the next layer or else the tackiness will cause them to break (and you'll have to start all over). Honestly I'd say shave them off if you have the ability to do so and don't mind what you look like browless as boy.
   
6. CLEAN UP. Cleaning up is one of the things I dread most about drag. You'll need some stuff to clean both your face and materials. When it comes to removing make up, wet wipes feel nice, but are (again) pricey. If you're on a budget, cotton rounds and micellar water should do the trick just fine. When it comes to your materials (blenders and brushes) I don't care what anyone says. Dish soap and hot water will ALWAYS remove makeup quickly. Don't use any specialized brush cleansers until you feel comfortable enough to invest in quality brushes.
   
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   Again, you don't need EVERYTHING listed above, but for my personal complete look, I require everything I mentioned. Starting off, I blew about around 300 dollars, so save money when you can. When queens joke about how they spent a lot of money to look "this" cheap, they really aren't lying. ALSO, don't be discouraged if you don't have the coin. There are tons of other resources available out there and if possible, you can always slowly acquire items over time.
   
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   Good luck! ✨

I don’t have any overdue library books!

I've been wanting to try this face powder! The reviews look really solid and with summer coming up any efforts to keep things matte is good.

I have quite oily skin and I love to use the toofaced peach primer along with the matching foundation or toofaced born this way . I then either coat my whole face with coty airspun which I don’t normally do unless I’m out for a whole day because I hate the mess it makes or the essence all about matte powder.. Lastly I’ll spritz with any setting spray to lock it all in.

For moisturizers and the like, I definitely recommend going to /r/SkincareAddiction, they're very nice, lots of information and everyone is very helpful. They can help you find some good moisturizers to try.

As for other more makeup related things, I've had my eye on this eyeliner set for a while now, and I might get it from a different seller when I have the disposable income (I'm currently a mostly broke college student).

I live in a really humid place, so I've got my eye on this setting powder

I'm also a sucker for cute things, so this is on my wishlist too.

If you do want to try out some BB creams, this set isn't too expensive.

I really like the Maybelline color tattoo eyeshadows. I have two, one in Pomegranate punk, and another in electric blue. They're waterproof, so I use sweet almond oil to take it off.

My Amazon wishlist is about half skincare stuff, because I think the two go hand in hand. Also I wear makeup now that I feel more confident about my face and skin.

I could use this to make a neon glow in the dark snowman how cool would that be

$18.22 is my guess :)

Less than $10

Less than $25

Less than $50

I'm actually found out about it from a channel I watch on YT about AB. [This] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IP6GI0M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_xXdnzbD8S2G93) is the one she recommended.

If you also search spf mineral powder, that's another non-liquid solution.

I'm African American and new to all of this, so I'm planning on trying these out and seeing if it works for people like me.

Figured it was something like India Earth makeup powder. Often saw this in cosmetic catalogs from the 1980s.

https://www.amazon.com/Original-Indian-Earth-Makeup-Powder/dp/B01GR2HC6Y

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I love this one for travel. The tiny capsules are single use. You open one on your hand, add some water and with a little rub it foams beautifully. Such a good second step cleanser that doesn’t dry you out. I got it in Japan for much less. Probably Dokodemo has better prices.

Was it Innisfree No Sebum Mineral Powder? https://www.amazon.ca/Innisfree-No-Sebum-Mineral-Powder/dp/B01BWWND5I/ref=sr_1_1?crid=171C2NU86AX7D&keywords=no+sebum+powder&qid=1558721800&s=gateway&sprefix=no+se%2Caps%2C149&sr=8-1

Making a cushion compact? Whaaaat? I was just going to buy one of these compacts (as recommended by another ABer on reddit). But if I could make one that might save me a couple of bucks! How do you do it?

So something like this: http://www.amazon.com/NYX-Cosmetics-Studio-Finishing-Translucent/dp/B009GLQG6Q/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1414481814&sr=8-4&keywords=makeup+setting+powder

Or this:http://www.amazon.com/Dermablend-Loose-Setting-Powder-Original/dp/B0002RI2PG/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1414481888&sr=8-2&keywords=makeup+setting+powder

And should I use a light coat of it before I apply the latex?

I go back and forth between using a primer and not, but I always use setting powder.

For reference, my skin type is Dehydrated/Combo leaning a little more towards oily. I use Skin79 Green BB Creme, Nivea After Shave Balm For Men (Non-AB) as a Primer, and Coty Air Spun Original (Non-AB) as a setting powder.

I have a desk job where I don't do much and generally wear lighter makeup, so usually I'll skip my primer. However, if I'm going out or planning to wear heavy makeup, I always do a primer, setting spray, and setting spray (just in case because of how oily my skin can get).

I'm planning on ditching my primer eventually and looking into Innisfree No Sebum Powder as my setting powder because of how highly recommended it is for oily people! I'll be eyeing this thread for primer recommendations :)

I suggest at least getting a setting powder and seeing if that does the trick. If not, try finding a primer that works for your skin and see if that help. If that doesn't work, add a setting spray and hopefully that should do the trick!

I would buy some zinc oxide powder. It's naturally antibacterial. This is the one I bought.

Just sprinkle some in your shoes. It'll make your socks white for the first few times you wear your shoes, but it goes away after a while. The sneaker smell has gone away in all my shoes.

comment content: I'm also assuming that you are still learning makeup basics, so here's a list of a few things that I think would make a solid set which you can find on amazon or, most likely, at your local drugstore and won't break the bank:

• Primer: Revlon Photoready Primer, ~$8-9
  
  
• Foundation: L'Oreal True Match, ~$7-9
  
  
• Concealer: Maybelline New York Instant Age Rewind Eraser Dark Circles Treatment Concealer, ~$5-7
  
  
• Eyeliner: Maybelline New York Eye Studio Master Precise Liquid Eyeliner, ~$5-7
  
  
• Mascara: L'Oreal Paris Voluminous Original Mascara, ~$5-7
  
  
• Eyeshadow Palette: Maybelline New York Eyeshadow Palette The Nudes, ~$8-13
  
  
• Lipstick: For a set: 8pc Nabi Cosmetics Professional Selected Lipstick set of 8 Amazing Colors, ~$8
  
  
• Blush: Milani Baked Blush, ~$7-9
  
  
• Powder: Maybelline New York Fit Me Matte Plus Poreless Powder, ~$5-6
  
  
• Brushes: [Real Techniques' Flawless Base Set, Enhanced Eye Set, and Sculpting Set would be a good start for brushes, but each run ~$15-20. I generally use Real Techniques' Powder Brush which is ~$8 (https://www.amazon.com/Real-Techniques-RLT-1401-Powder-Brush/dp/B004TSF8R4/ref=pd_sim_194_9?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B004TSF8R4&pd_rd_r=R8J2MQA77J5SGGM0QGNH&pd_rd_w=YLb8q&pd_rd_wg=gTLo6&psc=1&refRID=R8J2MQA77J5SGGM0QGNH), a generic complexion sponge ~$2-10, a stippling brush ~8, a blush brush ~8, a shading brush and a shadow brush which are also around $5-8 each.]
  
  In total, all this will run you about $100. Not cheap and I'm sure others have better suggestions but I hope this helps a bit.
  
  
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If you want a little color, but to still have a natural look, try Indian Earth. It's an all-purpose make-up powder.

https://www.amazon.com/Original-Indian-Earth-Makeup-Powder/dp/B01GR2HC6Y

Yep, a basic foam pad. Honestly you could go to Ulta or probably even Walmart Target or CVS, they’re everywhere now. They’re little foam pads, sometimes they’re called “makeup sponges” but I’m using them for sweat so. 😂 you can get a pretty big bag for like, $2.99.

With that said, it may be wiser to invest in one of these bad boys because they’re definitely better for the environment and will save you money down the line!

I didn’t even know absorption pads existed so you have also really helped me out today!

I'm also assuming that you are still learning makeup basics, so here's a list of a few things that I think would make a solid set which you can find on amazon or, most likely, at your local drugstore and won't break the bank:

• Primer: Revlon Photoready Primer, ~$8-9
  
  
• Foundation: L'Oreal True Match, ~$7-9
  
  
• Concealer: Maybelline New York Instant Age Rewind Eraser Dark Circles Treatment Concealer, ~$5-7
  
  
• Eyeliner: Maybelline New York Eye Studio Master Precise Liquid Eyeliner, ~$5-7
  
  
• Mascara: L'Oreal Paris Voluminous Original Mascara, ~$5-7
  
  
• Eyeshadow Palette: Maybelline New York Eyeshadow Palette The Nudes, ~$8-13
  
  
• Lipstick: For a set: 8pc Nabi Cosmetics Professional Selected Lipstick set of 8 Amazing Colors, ~$8
  
  
• Blush: Milani Baked Blush, ~$7-9
  
  
• Powder: Maybelline New York Fit Me Matte Plus Poreless Powder, ~$5-6
  
  
• Brushes: Real Techniques' Flawless Base Set, Enhanced Eye Set, and Sculpting Set would be a good start for brushes, but each run ~$15-20. I generally use Real Techniques' Powder Brush which is ~$8 , a generic complexion sponge ~$2-10, a stippling brush ~$8, a blush brush ~$8, a shading brush and a shadow brush which are also around $5-8 each. And my fingers when I get lazy or have to go quick :)
  
  In total, all this will run you about $100. Not cheap and I'm sure others have better suggestions but I hope this helps a bit.
  

Chewy as a baby

Chewy now :)

Chewy is so little and usually just plays with stuffed animals and balls, so I don't know a lot of tough toys, but this dinosaur dental chew is for tough chewers :)


Linky. hope it's ok since it's a little over 10

Thanks for the contest! :)