Fans Tell The List Their Pick For Best Drugstore Setting Powder - Exclusive Survey
Viktoriya Pavliuk/Shutterstock By Karishma Desai/Dec. 10, 2022 9:24 am EST
We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. With the cost of just about everything going up due to global inflation, saving money anywhere you can is probably a good idea. In fact, CNBC reports that we spent $445 less per month on the same goods and services a year ago than we’re paying today. Ouch! It seems like everyone is cutting back, and one way to do so is to switch over to more affordable drugstore makeup.
According to a February 2022 Nielsen IQ report, the cost per unit of cosmetic and nail products has gone up by 19% in the past year. Glossy even reports that the term “dupe” saw a 40% spike in Google queries across the world as of June 2022 when compared to the same period in 2021. Apps like Brandefy that help customers compare high-end makeup products to similar affordable options are also seeing an uptick in usage from people looking to save money. However, if the thought of letting go of your holy grail setting powder is giving you anxiety, then fear not. The List surveyed our readers on their pick for the best drugstore setting powder and got recommendations for products that are guaranteed to replace your old favorites — with the top pick being from a well-respected and very popular beauty brand.
Fans Tell The List Their Pick For Best Drugstore Setting Powder - Exclusive Survey
Viktoriya Pavliuk/Shutterstock
By Karishma Desai/Dec. 10, 2022 9:24 am EST
We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. With the cost of just about everything going up due to global inflation, saving money anywhere you can is probably a good idea. In fact, CNBC reports that we spent $445 less per month on the same goods and services a year ago than we’re paying today. Ouch! It seems like everyone is cutting back, and one way to do so is to switch over to more affordable drugstore makeup.
According to a February 2022 Nielsen IQ report, the cost per unit of cosmetic and nail products has gone up by 19% in the past year. Glossy even reports that the term “dupe” saw a 40% spike in Google queries across the world as of June 2022 when compared to the same period in 2021. Apps like Brandefy that help customers compare high-end makeup products to similar affordable options are also seeing an uptick in usage from people looking to save money. However, if the thought of letting go of your holy grail setting powder is giving you anxiety, then fear not. The List surveyed our readers on their pick for the best drugstore setting powder and got recommendations for products that are guaranteed to replace your old favorites — with the top pick being from a well-respected and very popular beauty brand.
We may receive a commission on purchases made from links.
According to a February 2022 Nielsen IQ report, the cost per unit of cosmetic and nail products has gone up by 19% in the past year. Glossy even reports that the term “dupe” saw a 40% spike in Google queries across the world as of June 2022 when compared to the same period in 2021. Apps like Brandefy that help customers compare high-end makeup products to similar affordable options are also seeing an uptick in usage from people looking to save money.
However, if the thought of letting go of your holy grail setting powder is giving you anxiety, then fear not. The List surveyed our readers on their pick for the best drugstore setting powder and got recommendations for products that are guaranteed to replace your old favorites — with the top pick being from a well-respected and very popular beauty brand.
This setting powder gives you the ultimate glass skin glow
Numerous product reviewers on Influenster seem to agree with our readers, noting that the powder offers medium-full coverage, making it adaptable as a powder foundation or setting powder. As one reviewer said: “The finish is a satin matte for me personally. Looks very skin-like and natural while also covering.” It doesn’t create a chalky effect on the skin and actually keeps your makeup intact. That’s a win-win.
Makeup consumers seem to prefer high coverage powders
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In fact, beauty guru Allie Glines surveyed her subscribers on their favorite face powders and the Maybelline Fit Me Loose Finishing Powder tied in third place. One fan of the product claimed it can give you “the skin of an old Hollywood bombshell” with the invisible pores “of a porcelain doll,” all for less money than you probably spend on your morning Starbucks order.
