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These Face Powders Blur Texture and Fine Lines<\/h1>\n<\/div>\n
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By <\/span>Con\u00e7etta Ciarlo<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n

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The best blurring powders go beyond what a classic setting formula can achieve: \u201cA standard setting powder holds your makeup in place, but a true blurring powder does that and also gives you a softer, smoother, more dimensional veil on the skin,\u201d acclaimed makeup artist and founder of the eponymous cosmetics brand Danessa Myricks tells Vogue<\/em>\u2014and she\u2019d know better than most, given that her brand\u2019s Yummy Skin Blurring Balm Powder has remained the gold standard for years.<\/p>\n

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Best Loose Powder<\/span><\/p>\n
Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder Ultra-Blur<\/div>\n

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Best Baked Powder<\/span><\/p>\n
Kosas Cloud Set Setting Powder<\/div>\n

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Best K-Beauty<\/span><\/p>\n
Laneige Neo Blurring Powder<\/div>\n

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Myricks\u2019s blurring powder isn\u2019t about airbrushing your complexion into perfection, but about celebrating your natural features. \u201cWhen I talk about \u2018blurring,\u2019 I\u2019m never talking about hiding the realness of skin,\u201d says Myricks of her approach, reminding us that we all have pores, texture, beauty marks, and more\u2014and that\u2019s okay. \u201cWhen you use a blurring powder strategically, you\u2019re creating a smoother canvas that still feels alive, dimensional, and authentically you.\u201d<\/p>\n

So rather than leaving you looking like you\u2019ve had a little too much fun with Facetune, the best blurring powders strike that delicate balance: controlling shine, diffusing imperfections within reason, and delivering a lit-from-within luminosity. To get the look, discover the formulas that have earned their place in makeup artists\u2019 kits\u2014and on our own vanities.<\/p>\n

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  • Setting Powder Vs. Blurring Powder<\/li>\n
  • Should you apply blurring powder with a brush, sponge, or puff?<\/li>\n
  • How We Tested<\/li>\n
  • Meet The Experts<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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    Best Overall<\/strong>: Danessa Myricks Beauty Yummy Skin Blurring Balm Powder<\/h2>\n
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    Yummy Skin Blurring Balm Powder<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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    • Why We Love It:<\/strong> No product blurs quite like the Yummy Skin Blurring Balm Powder, which has become a go-to for achieving that real-life filter effect. The balm-to-powder formula smooths texture, minimizes shine, and blurs pores without muting the skin\u2019s natural glow. \u201cFor [Danessa Myricks Beauty], it\u2019s really about creating a product that does it all: one that works across the widest range of skin tones without ever turning white, gray, or ashy,\u201d Myricks explains. \u201cIt delivers a blurred, matte finish without causing dehydration, making it effortless for both artists and everyday users.\u201d With shades spanning fair to deep plus translucent options for universal blurring, it remains one of the most inclusive formulas on the market.<\/li>\n
    • Key Ingredients:<\/strong> Upsalite, olive-derived squalane, hyaluronic acid<\/li>\n
    • Finish:<\/strong> Natural matte, soft-focus blur<\/li>\n
    • Type:<\/strong> Balm-to-powder<\/li>\n
    • Shades:<\/strong> 12 (including translucent options)<\/li>\n
    • Size:<\/strong> 0.63 oz \/ 18 g<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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      Effective oil control<\/td>\nSome experience a bit of a learning curve with application<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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      Best Loose Powder<\/strong>: Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder Ultra-Blur<\/h2>\n
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      Translucent Loose Setting Powder Ultra-Blur<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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      • Why We Love It:<\/strong> A modern reimagination of the cult-favorite classic, Laura Mercier\u2019s Translucent Loose Setting Powder Ultra-Blur delivers that signature soft-focus finish\u2014only smoother, silkier, and entirely talc-free. Infused with amino acid-coated pigments, it effortlessly blurs pores and fine lines while keeping makeup locked in place all day. Pro makeup artist Brielle Pollara considers this a staple in her kit. \u201cI find that Ultra-Blur feels silkier and a bit more forgiving than the original formula, especially if you are prone to dryness or fine lines,\u201d Pollara tells. \u201cI recommend it for anyone who wants a professional-level finish that photographs perfectly. Just a little bit of this goes a long way!\u201d<\/li>\n
      • Key Ingredients:<\/strong> Amino acid\u2013coated pigments, hyaluronic acid, micro-refined silica<\/li>\n
      • Finish:<\/strong> Luminous matte, soft-focus blur<\/li>\n
      • Type:<\/strong> Loose powder<\/li>\n
      • Shades:<\/strong> 3<\/li>\n
      • Size:<\/strong> 1 oz \/ 29 g<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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        Best Baked Powder<\/strong>: Kosas Cloud Set Setting Powder<\/h2>\n
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        • Why We Love It<\/strong>: Kosas calls this its \u201cangel skin\u201d powder\u2014and it\u2019s easy to see why. The formula blends a mix of skin-conditioning ingredients into an ultra-fine pressed powder that sweeps away surface shine without ever feeling heavy or chalky. Pollara considers it an ideal choice for those with sensitive skin, thanks to its clean, gentle formulation. \u201cThis is a baked powder, which gives the skin a natural, dewy finish rather than a matte one,\u201d she previously told Vogue<\/em>. \u201cI reach for this when I want a soft, blurred effect that still keeps the complexion looking fresh and hydrated.\u201d The finish is polished yet subtle\u2014think light glam with a touch of glow.<\/li>\n
        • Editor\u2019s Experience<\/strong>: \u201cIf Kosas Cloud Set has no fans, I\u2019m dead. It was the first formula that made me fall in love with setting powder all over again. Initially, I was intrigued by its composition rich in bamboo stem, passionfruit leaf, and peony extracts (which help refine the look of pores and reduce shine) built into ten diverse shades, but I continued using it because it gives me a naturally blurred look with literally one sweep of product. I have one sitting on my vanity to quickly use each day before running into the office.\u201d \u2014Kiana Murden, beauty shopping editor<\/em><\/li>\n
        • Key Ingredients<\/strong>: Mica, silica, jojoba seed oil, glycerin, candelilla wax, sunflower seed oil, grape seed extract<\/li>\n
        • Shades<\/strong>: 10<\/li>\n
        • Finish<\/strong>: Natural<\/li>\n
        • Type<\/strong>: Baked powder<\/li>\n
        • Size<\/strong>: 0.33 oz\/ 9.5 g<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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          Best K-Beauty<\/strong>: Laneige Neo Blurring Powder<\/h2>\n
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          Neo Blurring Powder<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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          • Why We Love It:<\/strong> Laneige\u2019s Neo Blurring Powder is the perfect blend of skincare and soft-focus technology. Featherlight and finely-milled, this diffuses light beautifully\u2014leaving skin with that signature K-beauty radiance than flat matte finish. Pro makeup artist Lauren D\u2019Amelio Ventre says its an essential in her kit. \u201cThis K-beauty innovation gives skin a soft-focus, airbrushed finish through its ultra-fine triple-powder blend, while blue hyaluronic acid and mint extract maintain hydration and freshness,\u201d she details. \u201cI like to apply it sparingly with a large fluffy brush, pressing it into areas where light hits the skin most naturally. The result is natural skin with a refined glow.\u201d Plus, its sleek compact design makes it easy to toss in your bag for quick touch-ups throughout the day.<\/li>\n
          • Key Ingredients:<\/strong> Hydro ionized mineral water, cotton extract, porous silica powder
            Finish:<\/strong> Natural matte, soft-blur effect
            Type:<\/strong> Pressed powder
            Shades:<\/strong> 1 universal translucent shade
            Size:<\/strong> 0.28 oz \/ 8 g<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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            Effective oil control<\/td>\nSome find that the packaging doesn\u2019t dispense product as efficiently overtime<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
            Innovative, mess-free packaging<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
            Lightweight texture<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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            Best Soft Focus<\/strong>: Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Finish Setting Powder<\/h2>\n
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            • Why We Love It<\/strong>: Featherlight yet luxuriously smooth, Charlotte Tilbury\u2019s powder melts into the skin, thanks to a blend of rose wax and almond oil that creates an effortlessly silky finish. \u201cIt delivers that soft-focus, airbrushed effect without ever looking heavy or flat. The micro-milled powder blends with pearlescent pigments to blur pores and fine lines while keeping the skin luminous, it\u2019s the perfect \u2018real skin,\u2019\u201d D\u2019Amelio Ventre previously told Vogue,<\/em> noting its a staple in her kit. \u201cI especially love that it contains rose wax and almond oil, which keep the complexion from ever looking dry, even under studio lights.\u201d<\/li>\n
            • Editor\u2019s Experience<\/strong>: \u201cThis setting powder is a must in my office makeup bag. I often get ready for events and parties after work so this is essential to get camera-ready. It blurs and quells excess shine like no other without disrupting creams and liquids beneath.\u201d \u2014Kiana Murden, beauty shopping editor<\/em><\/li>\n
            • Key Ingredients<\/strong>: Talc, mica, dimethicone, corn starch, tocopherol, sweet almond oil<\/li>\n
            • Shades<\/strong>: 4<\/li>\n
            • Finish<\/strong>: Soft-focus matte<\/li>\n
            • Type<\/strong>: Pressed powder<\/li>\n
            • Size<\/strong>: 0.28 oz \/ 8 g<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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              Best for Sensitive Skin<\/strong>: Tower 28 Getset Blur + Set Pressed Powder<\/h2>\n
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              Getset Blur + Set Pressed Powder<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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              • Why We Love It:<\/strong> Tower 28\u2019s Getset Blur + Set Pressed Powder delivers a soft-focus, camera-ready finish without ever feeling heavy. \u201cI love this powder because it gives that perfect soft finish without looking chalky or dry,\u201d per Pollara. \u201cIt blurs pores and shine instantly but still keeps your skin looking natural, rather than flat or powdery,\u201d says Pollara. \u201cIt is perfect for anyone with oily skin because it is sweat-proof and humidity-proof. I love using this on clients who have sensitive skin because it is silicone free, non-irritating, and approved by dermatologists.\u201d<\/li>\n
              • Key Ingredients:<\/strong> Silica, kaolin clay, sunflower seed oil<\/li>\n
              • Finish:<\/strong> Soft-focus matte, pore-blurring<\/li>\n
              • Type:<\/strong> Pressed powder<\/li>\n
              • Shades:<\/strong> 6, including translucent and light-to-medium options<\/li>\n
              • Size:<\/strong> 0.31 oz \/ 9 g<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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                Best for Mature skin<\/strong>: Westman Atelier Vital Pressed Skin Care Powder<\/h2>\n
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                • Why We Love It<\/strong>: It\u2019s to be expected that celebrity makeup artist Gucci Westman would create an amazing setting powder\u2014one that creates a dreamy, skin-like finish without settling into skin texture, fine lines, or wrinkles. Behold: Vital Pressed Skin Care Powder. \u201cIt absorbs excessive oil but maintains a natural lucency without being too shiny,\u201d Westman previously told Vogue<\/em>. \u201cIt takes away the unwanted shine and leaves a beautiful, soft velvet veil on your skin. It\u2019s like a whisper of something that erases the issues.\u201d<\/li>\n
                • Editor\u2019s Note<\/strong>: \u201cWhenever I want to wear powder but don\u2019t want to look like I\u2019m wearing powder, I reach for this option by Westman Atelier\u2014often its translucent shade but sometimes a skin-tone hue (shade Dune for me), to achieve my no-makeup makeup look. What\u2019s more, this is packed with vitamin C, probiotics, and quinoa seed extract to condition skin with each use.\u201d \u2014Kiana Murden, beauty shopping editor<\/em><\/li>\n
                • Key Ingredients<\/strong>: Quinoa seed extract, vitamin C, probiotic, zinc, Mica, jojoba seed oil, cocoa seed extract<\/li>\n
                • Finish<\/strong>: Natural<\/li>\n
                • Type<\/strong>: Pressed powder<\/li>\n
                • Shades<\/strong>: 5<\/li>\n
                • Size<\/strong>: 0.17 oz \/ 5 g<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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                  Best Airbrushed<\/strong>: Hourglass Vanish Airbrush Pressed Powder<\/h2>\n
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                  • Why We Love It<\/strong>: Released in 2024, Hourglass\u2019s pressed powder is designed for effortless on-the-go touchups. Housed in a stylish compact with a built-in blotting sponge, it blends convenience with luxury. True to the brand\u2019s reputation for high-performance complexion products, the powder comes in five translucent shades that flatter a wide range of skin tones. Lightweight yet effective, it tames shine while maintaining a natural, airbrushed finish\u2014perfect for midday touch-ups or refreshing your look anytime.<\/li>\n
                  • Editor\u2019s Experience<\/strong>: \u201cThe Hourglass Vanish Airbrush Pressed Powder does not leave my purse. I was initially drawn to the sleek compact, though quickly realized it is exceptional for on-the-go touch-ups. A few quick presses of the powder with the featured sponge instantly transforms the look\u2014as if you just emerged from the makeup chair versus been out and about for hours.\u201d \u2014Kiana Murden, beauty shopping editor<\/em><\/li>\n
                  • Key Ingredients<\/strong>: Mica, silica, allantoin, tocopherol<\/li>\n
                  • Finish<\/strong>: Soft-focus matte<\/li>\n
                  • Shades<\/strong>: 5<\/li>\n
                  • Type<\/strong>: Pressed powder<\/li>\n
                  • Size<\/strong>: 0.37 oz<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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                    Easy for touch-ups<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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                    Best for Baking<\/strong>: Huda Beauty Easy Bake Loose Baking Setting Powder<\/h2>\n
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                    • Why We Love It<\/strong>: One thing\u2019s certain: this setting-blurring powder hybrid keeps your makeup in place all day, making its TikTok virality. The finely-milled formula combines rice starch and vitamin E to create a powder that sets, blurs, and brightens in a single step. Available in nine shades ranging from natural flesh tones to luminous highlighting hues, it effortlessly locks in your look while leaving skin smooth and radiant.<\/li>\n
                    • Editor\u2019s Note<\/strong>: \u201c\u2019Im a big proponent of Huda Beauty mainly because all the products are built for endurance. The setting powder is particularly good for baking\u2014a generous application under the eyes and cheekbones instantly brightens and sculpts the face. Plus, the flawless shine-free finish stays the course. Though, if you\u2019re not a fan of baking, it works just well with a lighter, dusting application.\u201d \u2014Con\u00e7etta Ciarlo, beauty shopping writer<\/em><\/li>\n
                    • Key Ingredients<\/strong>: Talc, silica, dimethicone, rice starch, tocopherol<\/li>\n
                    • Finish<\/strong>: Soft-focus matte<\/li>\n
                    • Shades<\/strong>: 9<\/li>\n
                    • Type<\/strong>: Loose powder<\/li>\n
                    • Size<\/strong>: .71 oz \/ 20 g<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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                      Best for an Airbrushed Finish<\/strong>: One\/Size Ultimate Blurring Setting Powder<\/h2>\n
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                      Ultimate Blurring Setting Powder<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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                      • Why We Love It:<\/strong> One\/Size\u2019s Ultimate Blurring Setting Powder is a multitasking must-have for any makeup routine. Ultra-fine and weightless, it smooths the appearance of pores, softens texture, and locks in foundation for a flawless, airbrushed finish. Its soft-focus formula keeps makeup looking fresh all day without ever feeling heavy or cakey, making it perfect for both everyday wear and special occasions.<\/li>\n
                      • Key Ingredients:<\/strong> Silica, kaolin clay, vitamin E<\/li>\n
                      • Finish:<\/strong> Soft-focus matte, pore-blurring<\/li>\n
                      • Type:<\/strong> Loose powder<\/li>\n
                      • Shades:<\/strong> 4 translucent shades<\/li>\n
                      • Size:<\/strong> 0.35 oz \/ 10 g<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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                        Setting Powder Vs. Blurring Powder\u2014What\u2019s the difference?<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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                        \u201cAll setting powders will lock makeup into place, but a blurring powder goes several steps further because of the uniqueness of the actual formula construction,\u201d says Myricks. \u201cThere are also a lot of different ingredients that either alone, or paired together, create a blurred appearance on the skin.\u201d These aforementioned ingredients range from mica for luminosity and spherical powders (think dimethicone and silica crosspolymer) to create a soft focus effect. Meanwhile, traditional setting powders focus on oil absorbing ingredients alone.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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                        Should you apply blurring powder with a brush, sponge, or puff?<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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                        There is no right or wrong way to apply blurring powder, but the tool you use will certainly impact how it sits on your face. \u201cBy dipping a puff into a loose or pressed powder, you\u2019re going to pick up much more powder than if you use a loose, or even pressed, powder with a brush which will more evenly distribute the product,\u201d celebrity makeup artist Fiona Stiles previously told Vogue<\/em>. She prefers a fluffy brush, and Westman agrees. \u201cIt\u2019s a preference but for me sponges and puffs tend to move makeup underneath and I rely on layering, color composition, and placement,” Westman previously said. “I don\u2019t want to disrupt what I have already created.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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                        When we test and review a product, we take a holistic approach to deliver well-rounded product recommendations. First, we lean on Vogue<\/em>\u2019s vast network of experts\u2014professional makeup artists, many of whom have celebrity clientele\u2014to gain professional acumen on the industry\u2019s standout products, ones these specialists would actually use on their clients. We pair their expertise with our editorial best practices to curate the thoughtful edits you read on our site.<\/p>\n

                        As it relates to blurring powders, we selected the best based on the following characteristics: ingredients, texture, finish, wear time, and shades. To do this, we paired our own personal tests of each formula with expert guidance and reviewer insights to determine which we would recommend to you.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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                        Meet The Experts<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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                        • Lauren D\u2019Amelio Ventre is a celebrity makeup artist, beauty educator, and founder of The Art of Enhancement, D\u2019Amelio Cosmetics, and La Ve Da Beauty.<\/li>\n
                        • Danessa Myricks is a pro Makeup Artist and Founder of Danessa Myricks Beauty<\/li>\n
                        • Brielle Pollara is a professional makeup artist and licensed esthetician based between New York and New Jersey.<\/li>\n
                        • Gucci Westman is a New York-based beauty director, celebrity makeup artist to stars like Anne Hathaway and Jennifer Aniston, and founder of Westman Atelier.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n

                          Source URL: http:\/\/vogue.com\/article\/best-blurring-powders<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

                          Beauty These Face Powders Blur Texture and Fine Lines By Con\u00e7etta Ciarlo November 14, 2025 Photo Courtesy of Westman Atelier The best blurring powders go beyond what a classic setting formula can achieve: \u201cA standard setting powder holds your makeup in place, but a true blurring powder does that and also gives you a softer, […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":694937,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[50],"class_list":["post-694936","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-politics","tag-vogue-com"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/694936","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=694936"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/694936\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/694937"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=694936"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=694936"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=694936"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}