Powder can do more than you think; not only can it take the shine off your t-zone and fix your foundation, it can leave you with the kind of complexion models seem to have in those close-ups you see in glossy magazines.

But first I want to tell you what it doesn’t do:

Powder does not block the pores, nor does it make your face appear dull and artificial; if it does, you’ll find out why in the course of this article. And a good powder does not settle into lines and wrinkles … Read more