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6 Banana Powders That'll Set Your Makeup Up For Success
aimee simeon
At the end of the day, when all the trends have gone the way of the BlackBerry and the liquid lipsticks have dried out in their tubes, there are just two types of makeup lovers in the world: those who prefer sheer shine and lots of dew, and those who believe matte is the only way to go. If you identify with the latter, then you've no doubt owned a setting powder (or two, or three...)to keep your makeup on lockdown all day and your complexion grease-free.
But all setting powders are not made alike. There are a few different types of loose pigment on the market that target various concerns and work on various complexions. Translucent powders typically appear white in color and undetectable on the skin; flesh tones like peach and brown are closer to your actual complexion; and banana powders have yellow pigments that highlight and reduce the risk of making you look ghostly in selfies.
You may have noticed your favorite YouTubers baking with Ben Nye's legendary powder, and Kim Kardashian even used it to contour back in the day — but there are plenty of yellow-colored pigments on the market that give you brighter, mattified skin, minus the gray flashback. Ahead, we rounded up our favorite formulas that are actually worth going bananas over.
Ben Nye's OG banana powder is a cult favorite for a few good reasons: Designed to make the under-eye area look brighter and more lifted, it also controls shine and will never leave you looking cake-y.
Jackie Aina and Nyma Tang are just a few of many beauty influencers who swear by Sacha Buttercup setting powder. The viral brand was born in Trinidad and Tobago, and offers a variety of products that cater to a wide range of skin tones. Of those products, this setting powder is one of the most popular. It comes in two shades: buttercup (rich yellow) and buttercup light (pale yellow), which set makeup, sop up sebum, and work perfectly for "baking" your highlight.
This yellow-tinted setting powder is already out of stock on Ulta's website — and it just launched on October 28. Not only does it keep skin matte, but it also color-corrects redness and won't leave an ashy cast behind.
If you're looking for a powder that accentuates the high points of your face, get this powder in Kunafa in your life ASAP. This shade is particularly flattering on people with warm to deep complexions, as the yellow tinge brightens the face. Even though this one is technically made for "baking," we recommend dusting some over your T-zone with a buffing brush to keep your face matte, too.
If you're just easing in to the world of banana powder, L.A. Girl's Pro Setting Powder is a good place to start. The peachy pigment erases shine, and will only set you back six bucks if you're on a budget — or just want to know what the hell "banana powder" is all about before you commit.
Dermablend's banana powder is great if you want to set your makeup without looking totally flat (and who doesn't?). The loose illuminating pigments make skin glow while still managing to keep you matte.