makeup monday // i love my ben nye banana powder

Ben Nye Powder

Hello and Happy Makeup Monday. I’ve been asked this question by many recently, “what powder do you use”?. Every time I get asked this question, I love giving my answer. Ben Nye – Banana Powder! I’ve been using this powder for a few years now and it’s the best best best best ever. BEST! I discovered it because all the other beauty bloggers kept talking about it and it was all the rage because Kim Kardashian’s makeup artist Mario used it on her. Let’s be honest, her makeup is always flawless. So…I decided to give it a whirl. Who is this Ben Nye guy? He was a renowned makeup artist for Hollywood. As he retired he created his own makeup company. I swear once you use his powder, you will never use anything else. This is silky-fine luxury powder and mattifying setting powder. I only apply it in the morning and my face is shine-free all day. It’s amazing. There are 4 colors – Banana, Beige Suede, Buff and Cameo. I’m a banana girl. Banana suits a range of skin tones as it softly and subtly color corrects surface redness and pink undertones, as well as neutralizes bluish under-eye circles. It’s magical. You can order Ben Nye online or try to find it locally. In Seattle, I found a distributor in West Seattle at a Theatrical Equipment store. You wouldn’t think to go to an equipment store, but is the only place in Seattle that sells it. Try it, it will change your life.

2 ways I use my Ben Nye Banana Powder…

as a contouring powder.

When contouring, use in tandem with a thick creamy concealer. Apply a thick layer of the powder under the eyes and in the center of the forehead. Allow the powder to set before dusting away the excess. Pull the brush or sponge lightly down over the face T-zone area. You can also apply the powder under the cheekbones and at the corners of the mouth for a more highlighted look.

As a finishing powder.

Ben Nye Powder is known for the flawless matte finish. You can either apply powder with a fluffy brush over the entire face or if contouring be sure to be only a light dusting of the powder over the highlighted areas to really make those areas pop.

This product really is amazing!!!

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