If you’ve ever snapped 50 selfies only to choose the best one and then Facetune the hell out of it, you know the perfect selfie struggle is real. While apps can erase myriad issues from dark circles to zits, there’s something to be said for skin that looks as pretty IRL as it does on Instagram. And that’s where these new selfie powders come in. Makeup brands know you want a flawless finish with just enough highlight and contour, zero pores and a matte T-zone — all with a #nomakeup appearance. Dust one of these best setting powders over your nose, chin and forehead and that’s exactly what you get: filtered-looking skin.
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With These Selfie Powders, You’ll Never Need a Filter Again
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Light as Air
This powder feels like nothing, never gets cakey and makes pores look invisible.
WUNDER2 Perfect Selfie Finishing Powder, $22 at Amazon
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Best Under Lights
If you’re worried about HD cameras and bright lights, this powder’s got you covered.
Make Up For Ever Ultra HD Microfinishing Pressed Powder, $37 at Sephora
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Luminous Finish
If you prefer to glow, this powder zaps shine while adding just enough of that magical lit-from-within effect.
NARS Light Reflecting Pressed Setting Powder, $37 at Sephora
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Age Eraser
Forget your favorite serum and cancel your dermatologist appointment; wrinkles can be immediately softened by dusting on this powder.
NYX Cosmetics HD Finishing Powder, $9.99 at Ulta
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Long Wearing
If you plan to snap selfies all night long, opt for this powder with staying power.
Laura Mercier Invisible Pressed Setting Powder, $36 at Sephora
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Oil Fighter
This powder minimizes shine and continues to absorb oil for hours.
W7 Selfie Pressed Powder, $3.72 at Amazon
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Neutral Tone
A slight off-white tone means this powder not only makes pores, wrinkles and shine disappear, it also counteracts redness.
Revlon PhotoReady Translucent Finisher, $13.99 at Ulta
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Double Duty
If you want the filtered look as well as the highlighted cheekbones of a YouTube star, this palette offers both.
bareMinerals Invisible Light Translucent Powder Duo, $40 at QVC
