Loose powder is a type of face powder that is used to assist with oily skin in absorbing excess moisture and mattifying the face to reduce shininess. It can be translucent or colored and is generally packaged in a jar. Loose powder has a fine consistency with small particles and is used to give light coverage to the skin for a smooth, silky texture. Colored loose powders work to minimize redness by color-correcting. Loose powder is also used to set makeup, meaning it locks in the foundation and concealer underneath to smoothen out the complexion and limit cracks and lines in the skin. Loose powder can be used for the baking application technique, by brightening up certain areas of the face, offering a long-lasting wear. Loose powder is finely milled powder that’s used to set makeup, and it also blurs and conceals fine lines while absorbing oil on your skin during the day. Loose powder is best used for setting the concealer underneath your eyes to avoid creasing, fine lines or cakiness as the day goes on. Loose powder can be translucent or colored and is generally packaged in a jar. Loose powder can be used to set any makeup look in place and can be used as part of the “baking” method in setting your foundation and concealer for all-day wear. Loose powder is also used to brighten the skin and contour the face.