Directions: Unless a significant layer of Healthy Finish Pressed Powder is applied, we recommend not relying on it (or any SPF-rated pressed powder) as your sole source of sun protection. It is best to use an SPF 15 powder in conjunction with a moisturiser or foundation with an SPF 15 or greater that contains UVA-protecting ingredients.
Healthy Finish Pressed Powder can be applied with our Powder Brushes for use as a finishing powder. A standard pressed powder puff may be used as well by those who prefer a more opaque, slightly heavy application of powder.
For brush application, pick up some powder on the full end of the brush, knock off the excess, and brush it on using the same motion and direction as you used for your foundation. Keep everything going in the same direction (brushing down) to help maintain a smooth appearance.
We do not recommend using Healthy Finish Pressed Powder wet -- the sunscreen will likely be compromised and it has not been SPF-tested for wet application.
During the day, if you need to touch up your makeup or sunscreen, it is helpful to use oil-blotting papers (or, in a pinch, a tissue) to dab away excess oil from the skin before using Healthy Finish Pressed Powder SPF 15 again. With this method, you use less powder and can maintain a natural but finished look, while modestly "refreshing" your sunscreen.
Some makeup artists use a powder puff (particularly those who do television makeup) to "press" the powder into the skin to create a very flat, matte finish. This method can be used for extra sun protection if reapplying moisturiser or foundation with sunscreen is inconvenient.
Powder is a great "fix-it" tool to have at the ready for softening blush that is too strong or bright, blending the edges of eyeshadow or a too-dark crease color and softening an overzealous application of contour or bronzer.