I've only really delved into the world of face powders via the drugstore, and haven't tried any high end setting/translucent powders to date. Of all of the affordable face powders I've tried, Maybelline's Dream Matte powder reigns above all!
As you can see from the massive pan showing, I love this dearly. This is my third, perhaps fourth pan of Dream Matte, and though I've still been dipping my toe into other brands I always come back to this one.
I use this as an all-over setting powder (I generally use liquid foundation) and find that it doesn't give full coverage, and does help to hide some imperfections in the skin when I use a light coverage foundation. I used this in conjunction with my Invisible Zinc tinted moisturiser whilst in Thailand earlier in the year and found that it toned down the greasy, sunscreen look of the TM but still looked beautifully natural. Here is a picture of me wearing the TM with Dream Matte, just for reference:
And as a side note, Chris has a wee bit of Dream Matte powder on in that photo,too! I made sure I slathered him in sunscreen while we were there, but he didn't like the shine either. Sun protection is worth it though, just powder it! I really wish I was in Thailand right now *rugs up next to heater with hot chocolate*
The packaging is a little bit bulky, as it contains a swing out section underneath the actual pan which holds a large mirror and powder puff. I actually use the mirror for all of my touch ups (as you can leave the powder section closed and still use the mirror) and so I find the packaging perfect for me. I don't often use the puff, but I like having it there if I forget a brush or just want to dab the powder on.
I don't find that the Maybelline Dream Matte powder cakes on me, even when I neglect blotting and just throw it on during the day for a touch up. It works well to control my oily t-zone and I can last until after lunch before I feel I need to check my face or freshen myself up.
The powder is fragrance-free and dermatologist/allergy tested, oil-free and won't clog pores. I wear the shade Cream (Light 4-5) and find it suits me perfectly.
What powder do you recommend I try next?
Have you tried anything from the Dream Matte line?
*This product was purchased by me (over and over again!) Honesty, always.
Hmmm I've haven't tried this yet but after reading this review I want to. I love my maybelline dream foundation so hopefully I love this as well!
ReplyDelete@beautyonacollegebudget Thanks so much for your comment :) It's a really nice powder, I like that it keeps me matte but not flat looking. And it is super affordable, which is always a plus!
DeleteThis sounds like a great affordable powder, I'll have to check this out. Chris can rest assured that all real men wear powder to blot, it's fine - totally manly!
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@TheMaiBug I love that I've found something affordable that needs to be repurchased regularly :) I will let Chris know that it has the Mai Bug tick of approval! He is getting good at grooming, I love it :D
DeleteI love this powder for setting. One of the best for me and my oily skin too!
ReplyDelete@TwoFashionGeeks Glad to hear it is a favourite of yours as well, even when I wasn't oily I felt this was nice on my skin, it is a great powder.
DeleteI used to LOVE this powder and the foundation that came with it but then zits and pimples started showing up.. as usual.. and I stopped using it. It has nothing to do with just this product though.. I can´t use foundation for some reason :/
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@shortylegsbeauty Goodness, that is no good at all! Do all foundations make your skin react? Have you tried using the powder by itself for a little coverage?
DeleteYep.. every foundation Ive tried makes me break out and when I use the powder by itself it starts to itch like crazy :S
DeleteI've tried this one but it didn't really work for me. I adore a Bourjois powder that I can't find in Australia anymore! I've tried a couple of replacements but nothing is as good. I got a few backups in Prague so in a couple of months I'll be out again. :(
ReplyDelete@olgiepolgie Which Bourjois powder do you use? I'd love to hear about it, I was looking at their powders the other day.
Deletegood to know that this does not cake up ..might dive this a try next time ..
ReplyDelete@Saumya I love reading reviews on powders to see if they cake, so I'm glad you came across mine, too :)
DeleteI have heard so much about this powder! I am dying to try it :) Thanks for sharing ! New follower ^^
ReplyDeleteThis looks fantastic! I love the mirror. I'm loving Napoleon Perdis pressed powder at the moment. Its a bit pricey but lasts for ages
ReplyDeletejust been reading reviews about this product before i opt to buy it and out of all of them this seems to be the best review so far! going to buy this for sure thanks :)
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