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10 Drugstore Setting Powders That'll Save Your Shiny Face

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If there's one beauty product that works overtime, it's setting powder. A must-have in every makeup bag, a good powder immediately erases unwanted shine and refreshes your whole beat. It can also be used for baking to ensure makeup is long-lasting from the get go. Since powders get a lot of use and disappear quickly, why spend a fortune on it? If you want a trusty option to repeat-buy without worry, read on to shop our top picks for drugstore setting powders.

1

Maybelline Fit Me Loose Finishing Powder

Maybelline Fit Me Loose Finishing Powder
$11 at Ulta Beauty$8 at Walmart
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Oftentimes, powders that are translucent and "universal" in color don't work on every skin tone. Thankfully, Maybelline's loose setting powder comes in eight shades to better suit a range of people.

2

FLOWER Beauty Light Illusion Powder

FLOWER Beauty Light Illusion Powder

Drew Barrymore's Flower Beauty always wins with this formula, which seemingly blurs over your whole face for a flattering, soft-focus finish.

3

E.L.F. Cosmetics High Definition Powder

E.L.F. Cosmetics High Definition Powder
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This sheer powder is ultra fine so it gets into all your crevices and softens any fine lines and shine.

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4

Physicians Formula Mineral Airbrushing Loose Powder SPF 30

Physicians Formula Mineral Airbrushing Loose Powder SPF 30
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Cover all your bases with this SPF 30 all-in-one powder that has its own brush.

5

NYX #NoFilter Finishing Powder

NYX #NoFilter Finishing Powder
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Stay IG photo-ready with this solid powder that perfects your face beat with a light anti-shine veil.

6

L'Oreal Paris Infallible Pro-Matte Powder

L'Oreal Paris Infallible Pro-Matte Powder
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Lock in all your hard work with this powder that gives a true matte finish and keeps grease at bay for up to 16 hours.

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7

Revlon ColorStay Pressed Powder

Revlon ColorStay Pressed Powder

The formula of this pressed powder is so lightweight that no matter how much you keep layering it throughout the day, you won't look cake-y.

8

Neutrogena Healthy Skin Pressed Powder

Neutrogena Healthy Skin Pressed Powder

If you're acne prone or have sensitive skin, this dermatologist-approved powder is a top choice because it not only mattifies, but also nourishes skin with Vitamins C and E. 

9

Colourpop No Filter Sheer Matte Pressed Powder

Colourpop No Filter Sheer Matte Pressed Powder

Insta-famous Colourpop is a favorite of top beauty vloggers, so you better believe they developed a setting powder that hits all the right marks. No Filter, a vegan formula, comes in six adaptable shades.

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Rimmel Stay Matte Pressed Powder

Rimmel Stay Matte Pressed Powder
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This no-frills pressed powder is as classic as it gets. Buy in bulk (that price!) and never see a shiny forehead again.

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