Best Face Powders September 2026
Compare the top-rated face powders to find the ideal formula, finish, and coverage for your skin. This independent ranking helps you evaluate compact and loose options by features, skin compatibility, and practical pros and cons.
Last updated: 1 September 2026
Max Factor Creme Puff Pressed Powder 14g dropped 3 positions
Powder: Top 5
1
Maybelline Fit Me Matte Poreless Powder 9g
from £4.558 stores
from £4.55
8 stores
2
Clinique Stay Matte Sheer Pressed Powder 7.6g
from £19.9910 stores
from £19.99
10 stores
3
Clinique Almost Powder Makeup SPF15 10g
from £22.159 stores
from £22.15
9 stores
4
Clinique Blended Face Powder 25g
from £22.409 stores
from £22.40
9 stores
5
Max Factor Creme Puff Pressed Powder 14g
from £3.857 stores
3
from £3.85
7 stores
Maybelline Fit Me Matte Poreless Powder delivers a natural matte finish designed to blur texture and control shine. Its mineral-based compact formula works well for normal to oily skin types. It functions both as a setting powder and a lightweight powder foundation.
Pros
Matte and pore-minimising finish
Includes sun protection
Mineral-based powder foundation formula
Cons
No refill option available
Smaller 9 g pan size
Clinique Stay Matte Sheer Pressed Powder absorbs excess oil without drying out delicate areas of the face. The allergy-tested and fragrance-free formula makes it a gentle option for sensitive skin. It provides a sheer matte look in a portable compact format.
Pros
Fragrance-free and allergy tested
Paraben-free matte formula
Suitable for all skin types including dry skin
Cons
Relatively small 7.6 g compact
Non-refillable packaging
Clinique Almost Powder Makeup SPF15 is a mineral powder foundation that shields skin against daily UV exposure. It creates a smooth matte complexion while remaining lightweight and breathable. The allergy-tested formula suits all skin types, including dry and sensitive complexions.
Pros
Built-in SPF 15 sun protection
Mineral formulation
Fragrance-free and allergy tested
Cons
Cannot be refilled
Limited shade selection in single listings
Clinique Blended Face Powder is a loose setting powder that delivers an airy, matte finish to lock makeup in place. Its large 25 g tub offers plenty of product for everyday at-home application. The transparent shade blends seamlessly across all skin types without caking.
Pros
Generous 25 g loose powder tub
Sets makeup with a soft matte finish
Suitable for all skin types
Cons
Loose powder is less travel-friendly
No built-in sun protection
Max Factor Creme Puff Pressed Powder combines the coverage of a foundation with the shine control of a setting powder. Its 14 g compact offers substantial product for daily wear across normal, dry, and combination skin. It leaves skin with an even, classic matte appearance.
Pros
Large 14 g compact size
Works as setting powder and foundation
Suitable for all skin types
Cons
No sun protection listed
Non-refillable case
Compare specifications
| Skin type | Normal, Combination, Oily, All | Normal, Combination, Dry, Oily, All | Normal, Combination, Dry, Oily, All | All | Normal, Combination, Dry, Oily, All |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Formula | Compact powder | Compact powder | Compact powder | Loose powders | Compact powder |
| Refill | No | No | No | No | No |
| Features | Illuminating/Highlighting, Sun screen, Matte, Mineral, Powder Foundation | Sun screen, Matte, Paraben free, Fragrance free, Powder Foundation, Allergy tested | Sun screen, Matte, Mineral, Fragrance free, Powder Foundation, Allergy tested | Matte | Matte, Powder Foundation |
How we create the list
The ranking is updated monthly and is based on data we collect from our own platform. Products that rank highly are popular among our users while also maintaining high quality according to editorial expert assessments. Specifically, we weigh how many users follow the product via price alerts or lists, how it is rated by experts and users, as well as how much traffic it generates to stores and how well it is represented in retail. The texts on this page are AI-generated and created to give you a quick and clear overview. No products are paid placements – the ranking is driven solely by data.
