FACE POWDER Definition & Meaning

face powder

noun

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

face powder

noun

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

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Origin of face powder¹

First recorded in 1855–60

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

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Perhaps it's because he's traipsing around Somerset and London with his shirt open – far less restrictive attire compared to the stuffy cravats, elaborate wigs and face powders that were deemed fashionable for the time.

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

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If YouTube has its way, we may soon watch makeup tutorials and buy face powder and eyeliner directly from its site.

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

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