Laura Mercier Ultra-Blur Translucent Loose Setting Powder

I have been a longtime user of Laura Mercier’s original Loose Setting Powder. It was the second to last step in my makeup routine. For years I have finished my makeup routine with a very light dusting of the loose setting powder and then I spritz my face with makeup finishing spray.

I recently upgraded the original and best-selling setting powder to the new Ultra-Blur Talc-Free Translucent Loose Setting Powder and my makeup finishing routine has now changed — for the better!

Makeup Finishing Routine

The new Laura Mercier Ultra-Blur Talc-Free Translucent Loose Setting Powder is a game-changer in the makeup finishing routine. With 16 hours (or more) of wear and an ultra-blurring finish, this talc-free formula sets makeup like never before.

Laura Mercier Ultra-Blur Talc-Free Translucent Loose Setting Powder

For the first time, Laura made her iconic powder free from talc, but she did so without sacrificing any benefits. This translucent powder sets makeup for 16 hours of weightless wear with an ultra-blurring, soft-matte finish. Like the original, it is finely milled to deliver incredible staying power.

The powder is weightless and delivers a texture-free finish so skin looks and feels soft, smooth, and flawless from the second you put it on until you take it off. The powder blurs away the look of pores, fine lines, and any imperfections. It controls shine like no one’s business. With the perfect blend of ingredients including amino acids and hyaluronic acid, the powder is comfortable for all-day wear, even on the driest of skins.

Laura Mercier Ultra-Blur Talc-Free Translucent Loose Setting Powder comes in three shades that work for virtually all skin tones.

• Translucent: Perfect for Fair to Medium Skin Tones.

• Translucent Honey: Sets medium skin tones with olive and golden undertones.

• Translucent Medium Deep: Ideal for medium-deep to deep skin tones.

I most often use the translucent shade, but when I have been going barefaced with my deeper self-tan, I do dust on the Translucent Medium Deep shade. It is much deeper than I thought, so I make sure to swirl a bit of the powder in the cap and then dust a bit of it in a tissue before applying it to my face.

Buy Ultra-Blur Talc-Free Translucent Loose Setting Powder for 44.00 now at lauramercier.com or Sephora.

Ulta 21 Days of Beauty - Fall 2022

It’s here! The Fall 2022 edition of Ulta Beauty’s 21 Days of Beauty. This shopping event is one that shouldn’t be missed. The event features new beauty arrivals and the hottest exclusives.

Ulta 21 Days of Beauty Fall 2022 Daily Beauty Steals

The 21 Days of Beauty event features 50% off must-haves beauty items with Daily Beauty Steals®.

This year’s fall 2022 event runs daily from August 28th through September 17th. You can see everything here: ulta.com/21days

Every day during the event, two 50% off beauty steals will be available in-store and then bonus steals available online only. You can see most of the beauty steals online now.

Ulta 21 Days of Beauty Fall 2022 Surprise Steals

Ulta Beauty always has a few tricks up its sleeve and has surprise steals every week. This season they have announced dates and brands but not the products. This week on Friday, September 2nd we will get a surprise steal from BUXOM and on Saturday, September 3rd, we will get a surprise steal from KVD. Surprise steals are available both online and in-store.

Ulta 21 Days of Beauty Fall 2022 My Picks

I always look at the entire calendar and plan out what I am going to buy; I set reminders so I don’t forget to pick up my favorites. Here is what I plan to pick up this year. I am sure I will buy more, as I always do.

• August 28th - MAC Lipstick -$10.50

• September 4th - Bobbi Brown Long-Wear Gel Eyeliner - $16

• September 6th - Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion - $12.50

• September 10th - IT Cosmetics Bye Bye Foundation - $22

• September 10th - IT Brushes for ULTA - 50% off; prices vary

• September 11th - Urban Decay All Nighter Setting Setting Spray - $16.50

• September 14 - MAC Blushes - $14 - $16.50

• September 16 - Clinique Take the Day Off Makeup Remover - $11.50

You can shop the Ulta 21 Days of Beauty in the app, online or in-store for select deals.

Must Have Medical Grade Sunscreen That Works

Finding the right sunscreen to work for my skin not only for the summer but year round has been a challenge. I am picky when it comes to the sunscreen that I wear.

When it comes to sunscreen, I demand sun protection, prefer mineral based sunscreen, and do not want a sunscreen that will interfere with my makeup. I also don’t want a sunscreen that irritates my skin. That is of very high importance to me. Not a very tall order.

I am a big fan of medical grade skincare so it should be no surprise that I am a big fan of medical-grade sunscreen. This year, I found the perfect medical-grade sunscreen combination that works for me and my skin. And when I say combo, I mean that in the best way possible.

You see, when I am going for a very natural or everyday no-makeup makeup look, I use Alastin HydraTint Pro Mineral Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 36. It is a lightweight, all-mineral sunscreen that provides broad-spectrum protection. It hydrates and protects skin from harmful UVA/ UVB rays while providing a soft, glow.

When I have been outdoors this summer, I combine Alastin HydraTint with Alastin SilkSHIELD All Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30. This combo has worked for me all day at the pool and beach, no matter how long I have stayed in the sun. I do wear a big beach hat and sunglasses and stay under an umbrella as much as possible; as long as I am not washing it off in the pool or ocean, this combination protects my skin all day.

Alastin SilkSHIELD All Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 is made with Alastin’s proprietary Tri-Hex technology. With powerful yet gentle protection, this transparent sunscreens peptide blend provides anti-aging benefits long after sunset.

I am thrilled that I found this combination. I pump two pumps of the HydraTint and dollop about the size of a nickel of the SilkSHIELD into the palm of my hand and blend them together. The combination of the two sunscreens is very light and silky. I apply this combination all over my face, neck, and decollete. As I said above, as long as I am not going into the water or washing this combination off, this lasts for me and protects my skin from the sun all day long.