Ben nye banana light powder review

The talk of the town for the past months is this powder housed in a small bottle (emphasis on the small bottle). I got this for 800 pesos with shipping. I was too giddy to try it because of the raves online. I was surprised when I got my order. I never thought that the bottle was this small. I even told myself, "800 na ito?"! in a disappointed tone. I tried to console myself the next day that I should not be fooled with the size of the product. The quality should be the reckoning point whether I should rave or rant over it. I immediately use it the next day. I used a powder brush in applying it all over my face while I use a sponge to set my concealer. I was waiting for that wow effect that practically everyone was saying when they use this powder. On the contrary, I was disappointed because my under eye makeup caked! (bigtime!!!!) I had to redo it again. One of the things I hate is redoing my makeup especially when I am in a hurry. I figure that I might be applying it wrongly so I got myself a cheap flat top brush from Landmark ( which I am soo loving!!) and this cosmetic puff. I have watched a video of Gossmakeup Artist before recommending the usage of a puff for a flawless makeup finish

To no avail, my undereye makeup still caked. :( The oil control power of this powder is not really good (Take note that I use this alone without any primer underneath and that I have dry skin). This can't withstand the humid weather of Manila! However, I noticed that the powder did not entirely disappear from my face after sweating rather it left my face a dewy finish. It feels velvety on the skin and blends very well. It feels so light and looks au naturel when applied. The powder is yellow in color, hence, the name - banana. The color is very versatile and can suit those with yellow undertones even those with darker skintone. I find it best to use with full coverage foundation because it does not add another coverage or layer. It does not highlight the dry areas of my skin. I have also observed that this works best under cool conditions like inside an air conditioned room or in the mall, etc. A lot of people have been saying that this can be used as a a setting powder for highlighting the face. I think I need to buy a concealer 2-3 shades darker than my skintone to see this effect.

I hate the huge holes in the bottle. It makes the product dispensation super messy.

What I love about this powder:

• The color is perfect for my skintone.
• It feels very light on the skin and has that velvety texture.
• Melts on my skin as if it was second skin.
• Gives my face that flawless finish.
• Works best with heavy coverage foundations.
• It gives my DRY FACE a dewy finish at the end of the day. Take note that I have to retouch my T-Zone every now and then.
• I love the texture it gives on my face very soft and smooth.

What I hate about this powder:

• This powder is overpriced (I THINK). I do not know why it is sold for 750 pesos, it is not even a high product to start with. I saw sis Juju of www.kitshop.multiply.com sold this baby for a whopping 590 pesos!!!!!!! hmmm..
• It cakes on my undereye! Oh boy, I have tried all the tricks and tools to make this work and it just didn't work. :( I will try using this with Etude House's wedge sponge and a fluffy brush.
• Oil Control is not good. Please note that I tried this powder while commuting - bus, jeep, tricycle. Reading reviews on line made me realize two things - first most of them are foreign bloggers, thus, their weather and climate conditions are different from ours. Also, this stayed well on local bloggers because of primer!!! So that means that staying power can be attributed to the primer and not with powder? Am I right or am I right? haha
• Not travel friendly. It is so messy to use.

The loose powders currently in my stash.

I think that Ben Nye and Palgantong Theatrical Powder have the most similarities. They are both use for the theater. Both delivers a smooth application but Ben Nye has a BIT more velvety feel on the face. Palgantong, on the other hand, does not cake when used on my under eyes, it has a better staying power and this gives a truly brightening effect on my skin. Palgantong is hailed as the Star Powder in Japan!!! You can refer to the photos above. The Ben Nye Powder appears a bit streaky compared to Palgantong. I would buy Palgantong than Ben Nye. Btw, the Palgantong Powder was one of my first powders after the tragedy to to Phoebe of http://www.phoebeann.me/

for this. You can buy Palgantong from http://beautyandminerals.multiply.com. For finishing powder with mattifying effect, go for Krave's oil control eliminator. Revlon Nearly Naked Plus Ben Nye Banana Powder

I think Ben Nye is just one of those over hyped products I wished I did not cave to. I honestly think that it is not worth the 800 pesos I paid for because in all aspects and degrees, it did not impress me. Please do note that I have specifications in rating a product. For a powder - does it suit my skintone? Is it worth the money? Does it control my oilies? etc. Will I buy again? Never.

I do not want to rain on others' parade. This powder has the qualities others are looking for. Sadly, it is not for me. I am still contemplating if I will be selling my Ben Nye Powder.

What skin tone is banana powder for?

Thanks to its yellow/golden tone, this powder is also suitable for all skin tones. This multi-purpose powder gives you brighter, flawless mattified skin minus the pores. Even beginners can make the best use of this banana powder whereas makeup artists can try the baking technique and contouring for advanced makeup.

What is Ben Nye banana powder used for?

Banana Powder matches light to medium skin tones with golden undertones. It can also be used to highlight golden and olive skin tones. This loose setting powder is milled to a micro-fine consistency creating a silky-smooth texture that will help you look incredible in person and all forms of media.

Is banana powder a good setting powder?

Whereas some loose setting powders can make you look chalky and powdery, especially in the unforgiving flash of a camera, banana powder goes on flatteringly natural-looking.

Which brand has the best banana powder?

13 Best Banana Powders Of 2023.

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