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Top 10 Powder Foundations That Get the Job Done

Velvety soft and matte skin? Yes please!

Typical liquid foundations can feel heavy especially in our humid weather, where they are prone to moving around on the skin. There’s no need for that when powder foundations today can help you achieve a natural yet flawless look that feels lightweight and matte all day. Whether it’s dry or oily skin, we’ve got you covered!

Best full coverage foundation for dark skin
Kat Von D Beauty
Best foundation powder with matte finish
From
RM189.00
Check Kat Von D Beauty Lock-It Powder Foundation price below:

The darker end of the foundation shade spectrum is often neglected, and luckily Kat Von D Beauty fills in that gap! The Lock-It Powder Foundation is high coverage and long-wearing that’s available in a wide variety of shades! This smudge, sweat and budge-proof foundation can last up to 24 hours on your skin, say goodbye to touch-ups!

Best compact/pressed mineral foundation powder
ALIMA PURE
Best for combination skin
From
RM183.00
Check ALIMA PURE Pressed Foundation with Rosehip Antioxidant Complex price below:

Mineral foundations typically come in loose powder form, which can get quite messy and inconvenient to apply. This mineral foundation from Alima Pure comes in a compact form that can cut your foundation application time in half. Formulated with rosehip oil, evening primrose oil and Argan oil, this silky-smooth powder can give you the perfect skin that you want! 

Best matte compact foundation for dry and even oily skin
Mac Cosmetics
Best matte compact foundation for dry skin + oily skin
From
RM170.00
Check MAC Cosmetics Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation price below:
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The common complaints about powder foundation are how drying and cakey it is. Enter the MAC Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation. It does not cake or settle on your lines. It will also reduce the appearances of pores, controls oil, long-wearing while being non-drying!

Best lightweight and long-lasting foundation
From
RM50.79
Check Revlon Colorstay 2-way Powder Foundation price below:

A lightweight yet long-lasting powder foundation? That’s the perfect foundation combination to face humid weather! Revlon’s Colorstay 2-Way Powder Foundation uses Time Release Technology to give you high coverage that feels comfortable all day long!

Best non-comedogenic foundation for acne prone skin
From
RM34.64
Check L’Oreal Mat Magique All-In-One price below:

L’Oreal’s Mat Magique All-In-One is a non-comedogenic powder foundation that is designed for oily skin and humid weather. Its main ingredient, Volcanic Perlite Infusion is a strong sebum absorbent that controls oil and minimises the appearance of pores and blemishes.

Best loose powder for dry and oily skin
Alima Pure
Best loose powder + for dry skin + for oily skin
From
RM143.00
Check Alima Pure Satin Matte Foundation price below:

Hypoallergenic, oil-free and gentle, the Alima Pure’s Satin Matte Foundation is a loose powder foundation that can give you flawless skin without drying it out. The results? Smooth, radiant and perfected skin!

Best cream to powder foundation for Asian skin
SilkyGirl
Best cream to powder foundation for Asian skin
From
RM28.00
Check SilkyGirl Magic BB Stick Powder Foundation price below:

In a rush? Just a few swipes of the Magic BB Stick Powder Foundation and you’re ready to go! This unique stick foundation glides on creamy and gives you a powder finish to ensure oil-control for up to 12 hours.

Best drugstore foundation for combination skin
LAKME
Best drugstore foundation for combination skin
From
RM24.88
Check LAKME 9-5 Flawless Matte price below:

Dry cheeks but oily T-zone? It can be quite tricky to find a suitable foundation. The LAKME 9-5 Flawless Matte is formulated with vitamin E to revitalise your skin while providing oil-control to give you a shine-free appearance. Sounds like a dream for combination skin types!

Best loose powder for sensitive skin
Tarte
Best loose powder for sensitive skin
From
RM150.00
Check Tarte Amazonian Clay Full Coverage Airbrush Foundation price below:

This loose foundation powder from Tarte is lightweight and hypoallergenic while being long-lasting due to being infused with Amazonian clay. It’s also formulated using Tarte’s very own Skintuitive technology to help improve the skin’s texture and complexion. Unlike typical jars that can get messy, it uses a custom mesh lining to ensure a mess-free application.

Best oil-free and natural foundation
Smashbox
Oil free and natural foundation
From
RM179.00
Check Smashbox Photo Filter Powder Foundation price below:

Get red carpet ready with Smashbox’s Photo Filter Powder Foundation. This oil-free powder is formulated with Light Filter Technology to ensure you look good in every picture and lighting, all while being natural-looking. Build your desired coverage with its unique double-sided sponge.

Disclaimer: The pricing shown is just a good indication of how much these products are worth. The prices could change based on the e-commerce promotions that are going on. If some of the products are not available, do email us at [email protected]. Thank you!

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