Ben Nye is a cosmetics company much loved by actors, actresses and make-up artists. This brand can be found online and in costume shops that sell theatrical makeup products. The "Banana Powder" is just one of the many powders of this brand. It is commonly used to set makeup, but it also offers many other uses. However, although it is effective, this product is not good for everyone.
Steps
Part 1 of 3: Buying Face Powder
Step 1. Buy Ben Nye Setting Powder online or at a costume shop
Ben Nye is a high quality cosmetic brand used by make-up artists and artists from the world of theater. You can find it on the internet or in costume shops that sell theatrical makeup products.
Ben Nye offers different types of setting powders. Make sure you buy the "Banana Powder"
Step 2. Buy "Banana Powder" if you have a tendency to oily skin
While other skin types can also benefit from this product, it works wonders on oily ones. Ben Nye Setting Powder contains ingredients not found in regular powders. These substances help absorb excess sebum. If you have a basically oily skin, you may find that this product is more effective than others.
Step 3. If you like using creamy-based makeup, invest in this powder
Creamy based cosmetics tend to get quite oily, so regular powders aren't enough to set makeup all day. In addition, they can also dull make-up, especially when contouring. The "Banana Powder" fixes the makeup without turning it off. If you focus on the cheekbones, you will get a healthy and radiant complexion.
Step 4. Use powder if you have a dark complexion
While using the perfect foundation for your complexion, the wrong powder can make your skin gray and dull. The "Banana Powder" helps to avoid this problem. Just apply a veil on the entire face, just like a normal fixing powder.
If the foundation should make your skin gray, the powder will help you brighten your complexion again
Step 5. If you have fair skin, try a different fixing powder
The "Banana Powder" is just one of the many powders sold by Ben Nye. Since it has yellowish shades, it tends to be a little darker than other products. If you want to use a powder of this brand, but find the "Banana Powder" too dark for you, try a translucent one.
Part 2 of 3: Apply the powder
Step 1. Put on your makeup as usual
The "Banana Powder" is generally used to fix make-up. Consequently, before applying it, you should do the entire face makeup.
Step 2. Pour a small amount of powder on the cap
Since it is enough to use a veil, it is sufficient to beat the container on the cap once or twice. Unscrew the cap and place it on a flat surface. Shake the jar of face powder to pour it into the cap.
- It's best to start with just a small amount of powder. You can always add a little more if necessary.
- If the product does not come with an unscrewable cap, pour it onto a palette instead.
Step 3. Apply a generous amount of powder using a powder brush
Focus on the areas where you've applied concealer and other creamy-based products. You need to use enough powder that you can barely see the makeup underneath. While it may seem overwhelming, you will actually need to dust off the product later.
- This technique is called "baking" and helps make the powder even more effective.
- While performing this procedure, close your eyes and tilt your head back, so as to prevent the powder from falling on your face.
Step 4. Let the powder set for a few minutes
If possible, tilt your head back, so that the product does not slip off. Meanwhile, the powder will be absorbed into the skin. If you look in the mirror, you might even see it turn translucent.
It would be better to wait 10 or 15 minutes. If that's not possible, you can just wait for three or five minutes
Step 5. Dust off the rest of the powder
Once 10-15 minutes have passed, straighten your head. Dust off excess product using a clean powder brush. Try to remove as much of it as possible. Following the procedure, the skin may appear slightly pale or yellowish, which is mainly due to powder residue. Don't worry: the effect will fade after a few minutes.
Step 6. Remove the powder and the rest of your makeup at the end of the day
Since Ben Nye's powder is very strong, the makeup will stay in place throughout the day. However, this means that removing make-up will be a little more difficult. It is possible to use a normal makeup remover, but you have to do a little more effort than a normal fixing powder.
Part 3 of 3: Discovering Other Uses
Step 1. Use the powder as a concealer for dark circles
Using a yellow-tinted product is one of the most effective methods ever to correct dark circles. Since the "Banana Powder" has this characteristic, it can be used to remedy less marked dark circles.
- If the circles are particularly dark, apply a cream concealer with yellow shades, then set it with powder.
- This powder may be too dark for those with fair or medium skin. Instead, it is preferable for dark skin.
Step 2. Use the powder in case you want to change your skin tone
The "Banana Powder" has yellowish undertones. As a result, those with fair, cool complexions can use it to tone down a pinkish undertone. Those with medium or dark complexion can instead use it to tone down a gray undertone.
Step 3. Use face powder to soak up excess oil and combat shine
Apply it to areas that tend to shine, such as nose and forehead, with a powder brush. You can apply it on foundation or directly on the skin.
In most cases, a light dusting of powder is sufficient. If you have oily skin, use the method described in the previous section
Step 4. Use the powder to soften pores or wrinkles
Fixing powders are very effective in reducing shine and making makeup last longer. Unfortunately, they also tend to make wrinkles and large pores more visible. If you have this kind of problem with your usual powder, you can try using "Banana Powder".
Being a fine powder, it does not cause the unsightly mask effect and does not make wrinkles or pores visible
Step 5. If you have gone too far with the blush, make up for it with a veil of "Banana Powder"
When putting on makeup, the blush is applied towards the end. Don't worry if you overdo it - you won't have to start all over again. Just use a clean powder brush to apply a thin layer of "Banana Powder" over the blush to soften it.
Remember to blend the powder on the outer edges of the blush
Advice
- Place an old towel over your shoulders to catch any loose dust that may fall.
- Powder should not be used every day. Save it for special occasions!
- It is not necessary to use large amounts of powder for every occasion, such as to absorb excess sebum.
