Directions: Unless a significant layer of
Healthy Finish Pressed Powder is applied, we recommend not relying on it (or any SPF-rated pressed powder) as your sole source of sun protection. It is best to use an SPF 15 powder in conjunction with a
moisturizer or
foundation with an SPF 15 or greater that contains UVA-protecting ingredients. For use as a finishing powder,
Healthy Finish Pressed Powder can be applied with one of our Powder Brushes. A standard pressed powder puff may be used as well by those who prefer a more opaque, slightly heavy application of powder.
For brush application, pick up some powder on the full end of the brush, knock off the excess, and brush it on using the same motion and direction as you used for your foundation. Keep everything going in the same direction (brushing down) to help maintain a smooth appearance.
We do not recommend using Healthy Finish Pressed Powder wet—the sunscreen will likely be compromised and it has not been SPF-tested for wet application.
During the day, if you need to touch up your makeup or sunscreen, it is helpful to use Oil Blotting Papers (or, in a pinch, a tissue) to dab away excess oil from the skin before using Healthy Finish Pressed Powder again. With this method, you use less powder and can maintain a natural but finished look, while modestly "refreshing" your sunscreen.
Some makeup artists use a powder puff (particularly those who do TV makeup) to "press" the powder into the skin to create a very flat, matte finish. This method can be used for extra sun protection if reapplying moisturizer or foundation with sunscreen is inconvenient.
Powder is a great "fix-it" tool to have at the ready for softening blush that is too strong or bright, blending the edges of eyeshadow or a too-dark crease color and softening an overzealous application of contour or bronzer.
Which Paula's Choice powder color should I choose?
For help determining which Paula's Choice powder colors will look best on you,please see the powder section of our Choosing the Right Paula's Choice Face Makeup for Your SkinTone chart.
Other than the fact that one is loose and one is pressed, how is SkinPerfecting Loose Powder different from the other Paula's Choice powders?
Skin Perfecting Loose Powder has the lightest texture of all Paula's Choicepowders. It also provides a sheerer coverage and a satin-matte, rather thantraditional matte, finish.
Do I need to wear powder over my foundation?
In some cases, yes, especially if you have oily or combination skin. Powderhelps set foundation and prolong its wear time while offering a polishedfinish. It also facilitates smooth application of other powder-based products,such as blush and eyeshadow. The exceptions to this would be if you have dryskin and prefer the satin or dewy finish your foundation provides, and/or ifyou are using cream or cream-to-powder blush.
