Healthy alternatives
Fragrance-free
| Brand name | Product description |
| Alima Pure | Satin Finishing Powder |
| bareMinerals | Mineral Veil |
| Coastal Classic Creations | Loose powders |
| Pure Anada | Glow finishing powder, Translucent |
| Rejuva Minerals | Multi Purpose Pressed Powder for Face |
With essential oil
| Brand name | Product description |
| Lauren Brooke | Silk Veil |
| Sappho Cosmetics | Silky Setting Powder |
DIY
Making your own translucent face powder is as simple as 1, 2, 3! All you need is 3 ingredients:
- organic arrowroot powder
- organic cornstarch
- organic cocoa powder
Combine 1/2 cup of arrowroot powder and 1/4 cup of cornstarch in a mixing bowl. Add in the cocoa powder one tablespoon at a time until it reaches a shade similar to your own natural skin tone (use between 1 and 3 tablespoons). Mix thoroughly, breaking up any large pieces with the back of a spoon. You may keep your powder for up to 6 months in sealable containers.
Another recipe without cornstarch is available here.
Ingredients to avoid in products you choose
- BHA: possible carcinogen, endocrine disruptor, possibly toxic to reproduction
- BHT: possible carcinogen, endocrine disruptor
- Dimethicone: irritant to eyes
- Ethylhexylglycerin: irritant to eyes and skin
- Mineral oil: possible carcinogen, depending on the degree of purification, allergenic
- Parabens: endocrine disruptors
- Perfumes: allergens
- Phenoxyethanol: irritant, allergen
- Silica: possible carcinogen, irritant to eyes and respiratory tract
- Talc: possible carcinogen, irritant to skin, eyes and respiratory tract