Setting powders are true makeup heroes. First and foremost, they eliminate shine and erase excess oil. They can refine any makeup look by blurring fine lines, pores, and imperfections. But it might be not easy to find in mainstream makeup if you’re looking for a setting powder that can pull this off without over-drying your skin.
Our Bamboo Blur Powder is your one-stop-shop: it’s free of talc, synthetic preservatives, and fragrances. It’s designed to be a photo-filter for your skin – all thanks to one little ingredient.
Keep reading to learn more about this intriguing ingredient and how to choose the best setting powder for oily skin – plus the top products to complement our true makeup hero. Get ready, set, go!
Bamboo Blur Powder: What Is It?
Our original Bamboo Blur Powder is a talc-free setting powder made with only one ingredient: bamboo silica. Bamboo is an eco-friendly, renewable, and versatile plant. Bamboo is a giant species of grass that grows rapidly and is famously strong. Its uses include building materials, clothing, food supplements, and superstar makeup ingredients.
What Bamboo Blur Powder Can Do:
Blur imperfections
Conceal fine lines and pores
Absorb excess oil while controlling shine
Even out skin tone while softening skin’s appearance
Serve a porcelain doll, soft-focused, and natural finish
Mute the appearance of texture and blemishes
Provide a silky smooth, matte finish
Make your makeup last longer
Ingredient Sourcing: Bamboo Silica
Have you ever given or received a lucky bamboo plant as a gift? In ancient Chinese culture, bamboo symbolizes longevity, prosperity, strength, and health.
If you’ve seen bamboo up close, you may have noticed the inside of its stalk, which is known as the culm. Within the stalk, there is a white powder—this is where our bamboo silica comes from!
Silica is also naturally found in some fruits, vegetables, seeds, and whole grains. But bamboo extract is the richest and most bioavailable source of this essential nutrient, containing 70% organic silica!
How Silica Can Boost Your Beauty Routine
Silica is made up of silicon and oxygen, two of the most prominent elements in the world. It contributes to the body’s development and bone growth.
When we are young, our systems contain an abundance of silica and a lack of calcium. Silica is why children likely have beautiful skin and full, shiny hair. As we age, the amount of silica in our bodies begins to decline, along with our calcium levels. After age 40, we tend to be deficient in silica without even knowing it. A silica deficiency can cause a reduced collagen production or hair loss.
Many people consume silica supplements to promote healthy skin, hair, and nails. Often, these supplements contain horsetail extract and other complementary ingredients. Applied topically, naturally antiseptic bamboo silica can soothe skin, replenish moisture, and even help clear blemishes.
While optimum health is achieved from the inside out, what we put on our skin still makes a big difference. Our skin absorbs everything we put on it, which can then be carried into our bloodstream. It’s for this reason why it’s crucial to avoid harmful toxins found in everyday makeup.
4 Bamboo Blur Setting Powder Formulas
Our collection of the best setting powder is ideal if you prefer to avoid talc found in conventional setting powders, or prefer a semi-sheer, non-cakey, and ultra-soft finish. If you love the poreless finish you get from our original translucent powder but are looking for an extra layer of color over your bare skin or foundation, that’s another reason to try these!
The bamboo silica used in our products is finely milled, to be smooth and kind to all skin – even sensitive skin types. We’ve taken our beloved Bamboo Blur Powder and added natural fruit pigments of peach, apricot, papaya, cocoa bean, turmeric, and green tea for antioxidant benefits.
Our tinted setting powders in Light, Medium, and Tan are perfect for that extra pigment, without a full opaque finish. Check out the full shade breakdown of the best setting powder for oily skin below:
Translucent:
Colorless, sheer coverage
Light:
Fair to light skin types with neutral undertone
Medium:
Light medium with neutral undertone
Tan:
Rich tan with warm undertone; perfect for dark to olive skin types as well
How to Choose the Best Setting Powder for Oily Skin
Oily skin can be a bit like a slippery slope where on one side you have natural moisturization, but on the other end, it can disrupt your makeup routine. If it seems like products are sliding off your face or you’re struggling with creasing, you may be applying the wrong setting powder—or not using one at all.
The best setting powder for oily skin should absorb moisture and minimize shine without making the skin look flat or dull. In addition to assuring your face doesn’t budge, setting powders can help absorb oil for a silky-smooth finish.
Let’s pivot on that slope to learn how to choose the best talc-free setting powder for oily skin. We’ll also delve into the key ingredients to look for and proper application tips so you can strike the perfect skin balance!
Why Setting Powder is Essential for Oily Skin:
Controls excess shine and absorbs oil throughout the day
Extends the wear of foundation and other makeup products
Prevents makeup from breaking down in humid or warm conditions
Blurs imperfections and pores
Refracts light for a soft-focus and camera-ready finish
Softens skin’s appearance without over-drying
Keeps skin youthful by concealing fine lines
Key Ingredients to Look for in the Best Setting Powder for Oily Skin:
Bamboo Silica – Natural oil-absorbing, skin-blurring, and collagen-producing ingredient
Kaolin Clay – A lightweight, natural clay that absorbs oil and keeps skin matte
Rice Powder – Helps set makeup without clogging pores and brightens the skin
Green Tea Extract – Provides antioxidant protection while reducing oil production
Application Tips for Long-Lasting Oil Control:
#1. Use a light hand – too much powder can create a heavy, cakey look
#2. Focus on the T-zone (forehead, nose, and chin) where oil production is highest
#3. Reapply throughout the day with a blotting motion rather than rubbing
How to Use Bamboo Blur Setting Powder
Each of our Bamboo Blur Powders can be used on bare skin, or over one of our fruit pigmented® foundations. Press a super-soft powder brush onto the mesh screen in the container, to pick up your desired amount of powder.
Next, gently press the ultra-fine powder into the skin – a little goes a long way! Finish by lightly buffing in circular motions to blend and create a flawless, softened complexion.
What 100% PURE customers are saying about our Bamboo Blur Powder:
★★★★★
Best product ever
I can no longer go a day without this amazing product. It is lightweight and a little goes a long way for mattifying and blurring. I have used this over the BB Cream, plain moisturizer, and 2nd Skin Foundation. It keeps me from getting oily in the afternoon like I tend to do, and I notice my makeup lasting a little longer. My skin feels great and I don’t feel cakey at all.
– Sarah, Verified Buyer
★★★★★
Great product. Second time buying
I love this powder. It helps with my oily skin and doesn’t make me look cakey.
– Weslie S., Verified Buyer
★★★★★
Lasted all day!
This made my face so soft and smooth! I feel great about putting something with ONE wholesome ingredient on my face.
– April P., Verified Buyer
★★★★★
Love this setting powder
This powder is amazing! Does a great job setting my makeup and helps me stay matte all day!
– Allyson, Verified Buyer
100% PURE Products to Complement the Bamboo Blur Powder
This silicone-free primer infused with skin-plumping seaweed collagen for a youthful look while filling in fine lines and wrinkles. The mattifying formula controls oil production and preps skin for flawless makeup application.
This natural makeup blender is perfect for applying both cream and liquid foundations! The Odor-free, latex-free makeup sponge features a versatile design for delivering seamless blending, detailing, and dual styles of application for the perfect makeup finish.
Fruit Pigmented® Healthy Foundation:
This fruit pigmented® liquid foundation is enriched with soothing aloe, antioxidant-rich superfruits, oil-absorbing rice powder, and skin-nourishing vitamins to create a flawless matte finish. The creamy formula provides additional coverage while setting makeup in place.
Watermelon Cucumber Water Locking Mist:
This hydrating mist plumps, rejuvenates, and smooths skin with watermelon and cucumber waters, hyaluronic acid (from sweet potatoes), and polyglutamic acids (from natto beans). It leaves you with a moisturized yet non-greasy feel – perfect for everyday use.
FAQs About Bamboo Blur Setting Powder
What does setting powder do, and how does it improve the longevity of makeup?
A setting powder, applied after foundation and concealer, locks makeup in place, preventing it from creasing, smudging, or fading. It absorbs excess oil and controls shine for a smooth makeup look. A setting powder enhances the longevity of makeup by setting it in place and controlling shine, creating a long-lasting finish.
What is the best setting powder for oily skin, and how do I choose the right one?
The best setting powder for oily skin should not contain harsh ingredients like those often found in traditional setting powders. The best setting powder should deliver moisture, minimize shine, and absorb oil without making the skin look flat or dull. For oily skin, choose a talc-free setting powder with natural ingredients like bamboo silica and rice powder and consider your skin tone for the best match.
How does a talc-free setting powder compare to traditional setting powders?
A talc-free setting powder offers a gentler, often more hydrating alternative to traditional talc-based powders, using ingredients like silica or kaolin clay to absorb oil and set makeup without the potential for dryness or irritation associated with talc.
Can setting powder be used alone, or does it need to be applied over foundation?
Yes, you can use setting powder alone, especially for a natural look or to control shine, but it’s also commonly used over foundation to set makeup and enhance its longevity.
How often should I reapply setting powder throughout the day for optimal oil control?
To maintain optimal oil control throughout the day, reapply setting powder as needed, typically every 2-4 hours or when you notice excess shine, focusing on areas like the T-zone
There are many hero products among cosmetics, and a setting powder is one that definitely wears a cape! if you’re looking for the best setting powder for oily skin that can pull skin superpower duties without over-drying your skin, our Bamboo Blur Powder is your one-stop-shop.
Our best setting powder is free of talc, synthetic preservatives, and fragrances, and features natural fruit pigments, nourishing vitamins, and skin-protecting antioxidants for healthy, smooth skin. It’s designed to be a photo-filter for your skin – all thanks to one hero ingredient, bamboo silica. We encourage you to get ready, set with the best talc-free setting powder, and go on with your best skin yet!
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