3 Best Compact Powder for Acne-Prone Skin

Individuals with oily skin usually suffer from make-up woes. It becomes quite challenging when you have to constantly retouch your make-up since the excess oil on your face keeps on coming back and diminishing the powder on your face.

Therefore, when it comes to choosing a compact powder for your face, it is best to go for the best and this means that, keep certain factors in mind such as its ingredients.

You will realise that applying make-up on an acne-prone face does not require a lot especially if you have the right make-up and in this case, it can either be a water-based foundation or a concealer and a compact powder.

A compact powder will do justice to your acne-prone skin by giving it a perfect matte finish and additionally covering the unevenness of your skin tone.

Therefore, I am going to take you through some of the three best compact powders for acne-prone skin. Each of these will fall categorically under budget-priced, mid-range and premium priced. Read on to find out more.

Best Compact Powder for Acne-Prone Skin

1. Maybelline Loose Finishing Powder (Premium Priced)

What the product is used for

This is the best acne-prone compact powder that is available in different shades so that it can suit numerous individuals with various skin tones.

After applying your make-up base- be it a concealer or water-based foundation- you apply Maybelline compact powder which provides a perfect finish touch to it.

Key Specifications of the Product

  • Has a fair light colour
  • Weighs 2.93 ounces
  • Comes in loose powder form

Key features of the product

  • It is mineral-based which helps control your shine and smooth texture.
  • It keeps your foundation set
  • Provides a sheer hint of colour
  • Gives your make-up base the perfect finishing touch.

Pros

  • It is light on the face.
  • It comes in different shades
  • Keeps oily skin-looking matte.

Cons

  • It does not work well with ‘’advanced skin’’. It is best for younger skin.
  • It does not last long

Why I have included this product in the List

It is the perfect compact powder for acne-prone skin and it beats most high-end setting powder.

Your ‘’personal’’ opinion on this product

Since there are different shades of this compact powder, it is suitable for individuals with different skin tones.

2. L’Ore’a Paris Make-up Infallible Pro-Sweep & Lock Loose Matte Setting Face Powder

What the product is used for

It is the best product to use when you are looking to minimize pores on your face.  You no longer have to worry about your appearance and how good your make-up looks when you use this compact powder.

It offers you the best cover-up for any form of skin imperfections. Additionally, the best thing about it is that it is mid-range priced thus you will not have to spend more than you should.

Key Specifications of the Product

  • It has a translucent color
  • It offers full coverage when you wear it.

Key features of the product

  • It is best for make-up setting
  • Its form is in micro-fine loose powder
  • It helps you control the shine on your face.

Pros

  • You can hardly notice your pores and lines when you wear them.
  • It provides a smooth matte finish.
  • It can mattify lip products.

Cons

  • For its size, it’s quite costly.

Why I have included this product in the List

It has full coverage

Your ‘’personal’’ opinion on this product

It is the best for oil control.

3. Neutrogena Skin Clearing Mineral Acne-Concealing Pressed Powder (Budget Priced)

What the product is used for

It is perfect for covering any breakouts on your face. It helps reduce the shine on your face since you have oily skin.

Key Specifications of the Product

  • If you have sensitive oily skin, this is the best cheap powder for you.
  •  It has a soft beige color of 50.

Key features of the product

  • It is oil-free
  • It is an oil-absorbing powder
  • It is anti-acne

Pros

  • It is gentle on the skin
  • It is perfect as it does not clog pores on your skin
  • You can comfortably use it daily
  • It perfectly covers and prevents breakouts

Cons

  • If you apply too much of it, it can easily dry out the skin

Why I have included this product in the List

Since I have sensitive skin and an oily one too, it treats and prevents any breakouts that usually occur when using facial products.

Your ‘’personal’’ opinion on this product

Normally, I go for skin products that are gentle on my skin and this compact powder does just the best. Its gentles on the skin therefore perfect for most individuals with the same type of skin condition.

Conclusion

My top 3 recommendations for compact powder for acne-prone skin are:

  1. Maybelline Loose Finishing Powder
  2. L’Ore’a Paris Make-up Infallible Pro-Sweep & Lock Loose Matte Setting Face Powder
  3. Neutrogena Skin Clearing Mineral Acne-Concealing

I would personally choose Neutrogena skin clearing mineral acne-prone because it is not only best for sensitive skin but also budget-friendly.