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face powder

(Hairdressing & Grooming) a flesh-tinted cosmetic powder worn to make the face look less shiny, softer, etc

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face′ pow`der

a cosmetic powder used to give a matte finish to the face.

[1855–60]

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Noun

face powder - cosmetic powder for the face

makeup, make-up, war paint - cosmetics applied to the face to improve or change your appearance

powder - any of various cosmetic or medical preparations dispensed in the form of a pulverized powder

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face powder

n → cipria

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Dr Almas Ahmed has created a non-reactive formula which can be added to several make-up products such as foundation, rouge, face powder, eye makeup, lipsticks etc, a private news channel reported.

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"So, for the day, the products you will need are tinted moisturiser or foundation, loose face powder, or compact powder, eye pencil, kajal, eyeliner, mascara, lipstick and lipgloss.