8 Best Foundation Powders for Mature Skin of 2024

This dermatologist-approved foundation is gentle enough for even the most sensitive skin types, including those who suffer from rosacea and psoriasis. It has a weightless texture with light to medium coverage. It’s only available in nine shades, but each bottle contains color-correcting pigments to help adapt to different skin tones. Apply it with a kabuki brush for more coverage, and then (as our experts noted) feel free to set it with damp powder or setting spray to avoid any possible wrinkling, cracking, or settling.

If you’re looking for a powder foundation that won’t break the bank and is easy to find at your local drugstore, consider this option. This is a full coverage formula, so a little goes a long way, but the results look natural. You might want to try Gerstein’s tip about applying powder only where you need it, unless you want something very full coverage. “The center of the face tends to see the most discoloration, so I concentrate the highest concentration of product and blend what’s left toward the edges of the face.”

Loose powder is a great option because it is very versatile in application. Lightly sweep this formula onto your face for sheer, natural-looking coverage just like your skin, only better. Add a few more layers and you have a complete look for a special evening or event. The best part is that it won’t settle into pores, lines or wrinkles thanks to mica, a mineral that imparts a radiant, silky finish.