Published 14:24 IST, February 10th 2020

Banana Powder: Know uses of this makeup miracle for Indian skin tone

People having yellow or golden undertone may want to switch their daily glassy setting powder to this shade. Here's all one needs to know about banana powder.

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People may have come across instances where patches of concealer or contour have been visible while taking pictures on an evening brunch. reason could be foundation, which may have possibilities of containing mineral sunscreen or powder that may contain silica. However, se ingredients may cause skin tone to appear too white. 

Banana powder is taking beauty industry by storm by substituting regular powders. People have been using banana powder inste of regular setting powder, especially those with yellow or olive undertone. Here is all you need to know about banana powder.

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What is banana powder? 

Banana powder became widely popular because of Kim Kardashian. She started using powder in her makeup routines back in year 2016. Her makeup artist could not find right powder setting for her undertone and he n looked for a new powder, which was banana powder. 

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Banana powder uses

Translucent powder is an ideal setting powder for people with lighter undertone as that becomes undetectable on skin. However, on darker skin tone, powder just leaves people looking ghostly in pictures. Blending in banana powder is right way to achieve high definition makeup look.

Some makeup artists even suggest using powder as a primer. It is also used to colour correct according to one's undertone and give  skin a warm highlight, absorb excess oil and set makeup for a longer duration. Banana powder is also known to help to reduce appearance of fine line and wrinkles. 

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How to apply banana powder?

Simply using a fluffy powder brush and dusting it over face works well. Applying banana powder under eyes with help of a sponge will help to set concealer. Lastly, dusting powder over face can help to set makeup for longer and at same time absorb  excess oil from skin.

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Disclaimer: content provided above is for information purpose. This is no way intended to be a substitute for professional medical vice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek vice of your physician or or qualified health providers with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.  

14:24 IST, February 10th 2020