Talc as loose powder?

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Sep 1, 2014

Bea S.

Can you use talcum powder as setting powder? Does it irritate the skin? Will it reduce shine well? And will it set eyeshadow? Thank you!

Sep 1, 2014

Becky J.

In theory yes you could but I don't think it would be the best. A setting powder would mattify better and I feel like it would be less heavy on the skin too.

If price is an issue there are plenty of very reasonably priced setting powders that do a really good job.

Sep 1, 2014

Kaitlin M.

Talc usually causes breakouts, so use with caution

Sep 1, 2014

Bella L.

You could use it but I don't think it would be the best idea when I'm actually out of a loose powder I use cornstarch if that helps :D

Sep 1, 2014

Bea S.

Thank you all! Becky, no price isnt a problem, I'm just struggling to find a powder that mattifies my skin all day. Bella, where can I get cornstarch?

Sep 1, 2014

Bella L.

You can get cornstarch anywhere but if you want an actual powder I suggest rimmel stay matte or Makeup forever HD powder both keep your face matte all day :D

Sep 1, 2014

Louise U.

I sometimes use this

Sep 1, 2014

Tonita C.

Louise..what is that!? I've never seen it! I'm interested! Where can I find it?

Sep 1, 2014

Louise U.

I got it from eBay they also do a BB powder.. Haven't tried that yet tough.

Sep 1, 2014

Louise U.

Stops you from being oily for a few hours I apply it after my primer then use my mineral powder

Sep 1, 2014

Aurora S.

For me talc gets me oily. I use cornstarch and it sets makeup better and helps keep oil at bay much better.

Sep 2, 2014

Bea S.

Thank you all!