Do you know what baking powder is for? No, not the one we put in cakes. Here, baking powder refers to a special skin powder which makes makeup last longer, prevents smudging, and keeps your skin perfectly matte. If you want long lasting, professional standard makeup baking powder will be your new best friend!

What is Baking?

The makeup baking means applying thick layers of powder to selected parts of your face: under your eyes, under your cheekbones or on the centre of your chin – where you then leave the entire layer to work for several minutes. The powder will "draw out" excess oil and perfectly set all the makeup underneath.

Even though baking with setting powder (or almost any powder) is possible, specialised baking powder lets you achieve the softest, most reliable effect. Baking powders are developed so that your makeup seems neither heavy nor dry.

Tip: Don't confuse baking powder with "baked powder." Baked powder is simply another term for compact (pressed) powder. You may also come across baked highlighters, bronzers or blushers.

When Should You "Bake" Makeup?

Baking is ideal in situations where you want to achieve perfectly smooth skin and long-lasting makeup. When is it suitable?

When you want to reliably prevent the shine of greasy or combination skin.
If you prefer a matte, long lasting finish.
When you want to brighten the area under your eyes as well as your facial contours.
To mask fine lines and small imperfections.
Before taking photos or before celebrations.

How Should You "Bake" Your Face?

Now that you know what baking powder is, let's take a look at how to use it correctly.

Apply both foundation and concealer.
Apply a generous amount of powder to a dry and clean makeup sponge or powder puff.
Pat a thick layer of the powder into areas that you want to set and brighten.
Let the powder act for 3–5 minutes so that it absorbs sebum and sets your makeup.
Finally, take a powder brush and remove any excess powder using gentle strokes.

Discover the Best Powder

Your makeup will look even more perfect than ever before! Choose a setting powder that fits perfectly into your routine. Discover pigmented and translucent baking powders and thousands of other high-quality makeup products at Notino.