March is the perfect time to refresh your makeup kit with lightweight, skin-blurring powders that set foundation without adding heaviness. Here are four top face powders that deliver a flawless, long-lasting finish while keeping your skin looking breathable and radiant.
1. By Terry Hyaluronic Pressed Hydra-Powder 8HA Travel-Size
A travel-friendly pressed powder that uses eight types of hyaluronic acid to help fill fine lines and provide a hydrated, matte finish. It’s non-drying and helps to control shine for a weightless, second-skin feel.
Key Benefits:
- Eight HA Variants: Multi-level hydration for plump-looking skin.
- Mattifying Formula: Non-drying formula that keeps shine in check.
- Soft-Focus Finish: Pearl pigments and soft-focus powders help blur imperfections and extend wear.
Why You’ll Love It:
Comes in a compact with a puff for quick touch-ups on the go — the ideal travel companion for a flawless complexion anywhere.
2. Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder Ultra-Blur (20g, Various Shades)
A cult-favorite that delivers an ultra-blurred, soft-matte finish with long wear. The Ultra-Blur formula uses amino acids and silica to smooth the complexion and control shine for up to 16 hours.
Key Benefits:
- Soft-Focus Finish: No-flashback formula ideal for photos and everyday wear.
- Four Shades: Translucent, Honey, Medium Deep, and Tone-Up Rose to suit many skin tones.
- Skin-Nourishing: Vitamins C and E add a touch of care with every application.
Why You’ll Love It:
Use the included puff or a brush — press and roll on the skin after applying foundation for a smooth, long-lasting result that holds for up to 16 hours.
3. BareMinerals ORIGINAL Mineral Veil Pressed Setting Powder (Various Shades)
A featherlight pressed powder that mattifies and extends makeup wear while nourishing the skin with shea butter, cocoa butter, and vitamin E.
Key Benefits:
- Soft-Focus Finish: Minimizes the appearance of pores and fine lines for a polished look.
- Skin Protection: Smooths and protects with emollients and antioxidants.
- Vegan Formula: Dermatologist-tested and available in Sheer and Translucent variants.
Why You’ll Love It:
Its nourishing, skin-friendly formula with a soft-focus effect makes it a solid choice for those who want makeup care and performance in one step.
4. Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder Mini (9.3g, Various Shades)
A mini version of the iconic setting powder, perfect for travel or trial. Delivers up to 24-hour shine control with a soft, radiant finish thanks to amino acids and silica.
Key Benefits:
- No-Flashback Finish: Soft-focus effect ideal for photos and day-to-night wear.
- Four Hues: Translucent, Honey, Medium Deep, and Tone-Up Rose to fit a wide range of skin tones.
- Lightweight Formula: Breathable and blur-enhancing without heaviness.
Why You’ll Love It:
All the performance of the full-size powder in a compact, travel-ready format — ideal for testing before committing to the larger size.
Conclusion
These four powders cover a spectrum from ultra-matte to soft-focus radiance, with and without travel-friendly formats. Whether you’re aiming to lock in makeup for a full day, achieve an airbrushed look for photos, or simply reduce shine in a lightweight way, these options can elevate your routine this March.
- If you want a hydrating, skin-blurring powder with a luxe, weightless feel, By Terry’s travel-size option is ideal for on-the-go touch-ups.
- For a true translucent finish with long-wear and skin-nourishing benefits, the Laura Mercier Ultra-Blur and Mini Translucent Powder are standout choices.
- If you prefer a nourishing, skin-friendly pressed powder with a soft-focus effect and vegan formula, BareMinerals’ Mineral Veil is a solid option.
Prices vary by product and shade; see product pages for the latest pricing.