Loose Powder Foundations

Sephora customers often prefer the following products when searching for Loose Powder Foundations.

Powder foundations are a popular choice for many women, as they are easy to apply and can be worn in any setting. Loose powder foundations are a great option for those who want to control the amount of product that gets applied to their face.

ILIASoft Focus Setting Powder

Size: 0.32 / 9·ITEM: 1930429

Color: Fade Into You - translucent

493 Reviews

$52.00

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I surprisingly love this powder! As a person of color I tend to stay away from translucent powders as they don’t appear translucent on my skin. ...Only powder for me...I don't usually use loose nor setting powders but I will definitely use this one!

What it is: A clean, talc-free setting powder that weightlessly blurs, smooths, and cuts shine with a soft-focus finish that won’t flashback.

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Aloe: Keeps skin feeling soft and supple.
- Bamboo: Helps to balance oil and leave skin’s surface shine-free.
- Rosemary Leaf: Soothes irritation.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of sulfates SLS and SLES, parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, triclosan, and triclocarban, and contains less than one percent of synthetic fragrances. This product is also vegan, cruelty-free, and gluten-free, and comes in recyclable packaging.

LancômeLong Time No Shine Loose Setting Powder

Size: 0.52 oz/ 15 g·ITEM: 2109189

Color: Translucent - for fair to medium skin tones

942 Reviews

$60.00

My staple go to is the Laura Mercier loose translucent setting powder and I would say that this is a very good match to that! ...The opening is way too small and you get a very small amount every time you try to get some powder. Loose setting powder is a staple in my beauty routine, so i was just disappointed at how this one added nothing for me.

What it is:
A loose setting and mattifying powder that absorbs excess oil and sets foundation for all day wear.

What it does:
This airy, lightweight powder reduces shine, mattifies, and sets your makeup for a flawless, all-day look. This formula absorbs excess sebum and oil, and the ultra-thin mica minerals preserve your foundation's wear and color throughout the day. It’s available in two shades, translucent and deep, to fit across a wide range of skin tones.

HourglassVeil™ Translucent Setting Powder - Talc Free

Size: Standard Size Translucent - .36 oz / 10.5 g·ITEM: 2071769

Color: Translucent

2.1K Reviews

$72.00

Holy grail translucent powder!...I have tried so many different loose “translucentpowders that I have been let down by. ...You can’t go wrong with this powder. Loose powder that does not take away the dewy look of hydrating foundations.

What it is: An ultra-refined, talc-free loose powder that is designed to give skin a naturally flawless finish.

Ingredient Callouts: This product is cruelty-free.

Finish: Natural

Formulation:
Loose Powder

Skin Type:
Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily

What Else You Need to Know:
This finely milled, weightless powder is formulated with soft-focus light-reflecting particles to instantly blur imperfections and minimize the appearance of pores, fine lines, and wrinkles for effortlessly smooth skin.

Laura MercierMini Translucent Loose Longwear Setting Powder

Size: 0.33 oz/ 9.3g·ITEM: 2250520

Color: Translucent - perfect for very fair to medium skintones

7.1K Reviews

$34.00

I recently began using this Translucent Loose Setting Powder over the Laura Mercier Smooth Finish Foundation Powder, and it really makes a significant impact on reducing my oiliness and helping the foundation look fresh even longer. ...I've been trying to find a loose translucent powder that would work well with my skin.

What it is:

A mini lightweight, easy-to-apply, loose powder that blends effortlessly to set makeup for up to 16 hours of wear and 24-hour shine control that is best for oily to normal skin types.


What it does:

This mini setting powder locks in makeup for long-lasting wear, without adding weight or texture.

Laura MercierTranslucent Loose Longwear Setting Powder

Size: 1 oz/ 29 g·ITEM: 870618

Color: Translucent - perfect for very fair to medium skintones

9.8K Reviews

$59.00

It’s such a great powder. This is my first loose translucent powder, and I’m glad it was my first. ...Best loose translucent powder!

What it is: A lightweight, easy-to-apply, loose powder that blends effortlessly to set makeup for up to 16 hours of wear and 24-hour shine control that is best for oily to normal skin types.


What Else You Need to Know: This award-winning powder locks in makeup for long-lasting wear without adding weight or texture. It absorbs oil and reduces shine all day, creating a flawless, matte finish with no flashback in photos. These truly-translucent shades work on all skin tones, and create a soft-focus effect to subtly blur fine lines and imperfections.

HourglassMini Veil™ Translucent Setting Powder - Talc Free

ITEM: 2087732

Size: Mini Size Translucent - .07 oz

327 Reviews

$36.00

Best powder!! Great quality! Finely milled!...Definitely the perfect loose setting powder for those with dry skin!...I am still on the fence with this translucent powder. It works well with the Vanish foundation stick & concealer.

What it is:

An ultra-refined mini powder formulated with light-reflecting particles to blur imperfections.


What it does:

This powder blurs the appearance of pores, fine lines, and wrinkles for an airbrushed finish. It features an innovative gold sifter and custom cap which allow for the perfect amount of product to be dispensed. Because the Hourglass Cosmetics Veil™ Translucent Setting Powder is formulated without talc, the translucent formula leaves an invisible finish, making it perfect for all skin tones. It is infused with diamond powder for the most refined light refraction without any flashback and sets makeup for longer wear.


What it is formulated WITHOUT:

- Parabens

SaieAirset Radiant and Weightless Talc-Free Loose Setting Powder

Size: 0.14 oz/ 4 g·ITEM: 2513026

Color: Translucent Medium - for light medium to medium tan skin tones

477 Reviews

$45.00

It could have just been the particular foundation/powder combo I was wearing so I’m going to try it on top of a different foundation and see....Best loose powder...The best translucent powder - it leaves the skin matte yet luminous.

What it is: A weightless and translucent loose powder made with a unique air-cream technology that sets, smooths, and diffuses for a radiant finish.


Highlighted Ingredients: 

- Squalane: Mega-hydrator that locks in moisture for a plump, moisturized appearance.

- Aerated-cream technology: Weightless and oil-absorbing.

- Ethically Sourced Mica: Provides added luminosity to the skin.


Ingredient Callouts: This product is vegan, gluten-free, cruelty-free, and comes in recyclable packaging.


What Else You Need to Know: Airset Radiant Loose Setting Powder is packed with clean ingredients 

BeautyblenderBOUNCE™ Soft Focus Gemstone Setting Powder

Size: 0.35 oz/ 10 mL·ITEM: 2247807

Color: Chocolate - deep range

655 Reviews

$43.50

Great setting powder...I had no issues with baking my under eye concealer with this powder either. I typically use translucent powder, so I wish they would add a translucent version to the collection....I liked this finishing powder but it won’t change to my go to powder. I prefer translucent powders because those with colors can make your makeup look too cakes especially if wearing it for hours.

What it is: A super-blurring, airy gemstone powder that sets makeup and absorbs oil, giving life to your skin without dryness or caking.

Coverage: Light

Finish:
Natural

Formulation:
Loose Powder

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Hyaluronic Acid: Moisturizes.
- Rose Quartz: Energizes skin.
- Freshwater Pearls: Add radiance.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS & SLES, triclocarban, triclosan, and contains less than one percent synthetic fragrance. It is also gluten-free, and cruelty-free.

Rare Beauty by Selena GomezAlways an Optimist Soft Radiance Setting Powder

Size: 0.33 oz/ 9.5g·ITEM: 2519098

Color: Medium/Deep - golden tan for medium deep to deep complexions

1.3K Reviews

$34.00

Translucent & Keeps Makeup Fresh...I especially like the container design for the powder. Loose powder is great but can be very messy. ...I have dry skin and even though I do really hydrating prep, whenever I use a little bit of powder (loose or pressed) it really defines the lines around my eyes (I’m 22).

What it is: A silky, do-it-all, talc-free loose setting powder to visibly smooth, blur, and control shine for a soft natural finish and all-day comfort.

Coverage:
Light

Finish:
Natural

Formulation:
Loose Powder

Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, and contains less than one percent synthetic fragrance. It is also vegan and cruelty-free.

What Else You Need to Know: Super-finely milled and silky to the touch, this powder goes on light and airy to provide sheer, seamless coverage with a subtle but visible radiance and a natural finish. Extend makeup wear, blur the look of pores, and smooth skin’s texture.

Fashion FairSet It Loose Setting Powder

Size: 0.58 oz/ 16.6 g·ITEM: 2476885

Color: Warm Sunrise - banana: brightening for all skin tones

40 Reviews

$47.50

Best translucent powder I’ve ever tried!...This is the first loose powder I have tried and omg this stuff is phenomenal. ...A decent powder for light contouring & oil control...I expected it to be really similar texture to the Bare minerals foundation powder but this isn’t as buttery or blendable in my opinion but still does a fine job.

What it is: An ultra-fine loose powder that sets makeup with a non-cakey, matte, transfer-proof finish and makes your complexion look like magic.

Coverage: Light

Finish:
Matte

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