face powder

American  

noun

1. a cosmetic powder used to give a mat finish to the face.

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face powder British  

noun

1. a flesh-tinted cosmetic powder worn to make the face look less shiny, softer, etc

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Etymology

Origin of face powder

First recorded in 1855–60

Example Sentences

The only thing missing was a makeup artist carrying face powder.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 5, 2023

And before the Armani woman walks out into the street, one last touch of face powder …

From Seattle Times • Feb. 26, 2023

The best way to cover these pockmarks and other cosmetic imperfections was lead face powder, and both men and women took advantage of it.

From Salon • Jul. 26, 2021

She dipped a hand into a purse to fish out a compact face powder with a mirror.

From Reuters • Dec. 20, 2018

Clutching a powder puff in one hand and a container of face powder in the other, Lady Constance ran out of her dressing room, down the stairs, and out the front door of Ashton Place.

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood