Formulating Translucent Loose Setting Powder: Matte vs. Glow (Laura Mercier Style)
Question
I am requesting two formulations for a translucent loose setting powder inspired by the Laura Mercier Loose Setting Powder line:
- Matte Version
- Glow Version
The powder must be translucent (colorless). Please provide the following details for both formulations so that I can immediately order the raw materials:
- Ingredient list
- Recommended proportions (% weight)
- Product IDs for ordering
Answer
Translucent Loose Setting Powder Formulation (Laura Mercier Style)
We can provide two conceptual formulations for a high-quality translucent loose setting powder, one for a matte finish and one for a glow finish, inspired by the Laura Mercier product line. These formulas use high-performance cosmetic powders to achieve a blurring, soft-focus, and long-lasting effect.
Note: Loose powder formulations are generally anhydrous (water-free) and do not require a preservative. The ingredients should be mixed thoroughly using a powder blender or mortar and pestle until homogeneous.
1. Translucent Loose Setting Powder (Matte Finish)
This formula focuses on maximum oil absorption, mattifying, and a soft-focus blurring effect, similar to the classic Laura Mercier formula.
| Ingredient (English) | Ingredient (Thai) | Function | Recommended % Weight | Product ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Talc Powder (10 Micron, Silane Coated) | แป้งทัลคัม (10 ไมครอน, เคลือบ Silane) | Base, Softness, Water Resistance | 55.0% | 10041 |
| MatteSilica 5XL™ | MatteSilica 5XL™ | High Oil Absorption, Mattifying | 30.0% | 679 |
| MatteSilica 3™ | MatteSilica 3™ | Blurring, Fine Texture, Soft Focus | 15.0% | 10043 |
| TOTAL | 100.0% |
Key Ingredient Functions:
- Talc Powder (Silane Coated): Provides the bulk and slip (smoothness) of the powder. The Silane coating helps the powder adhere better to the skin and offers a degree of water resistance, improving wear time.
- MatteSilica 5XL™: A specialized silica with high porosity, designed to absorb excess oil and sebum, ensuring a long-lasting matte finish.
- MatteSilica 3™: A very fine-particle silica that excels at blurring the appearance of pores and fine lines, contributing to the "soft-focus" effect.
2. Translucent Loose Setting Powder (Glow Finish)
This formula maintains the oil-absorbing and blurring properties but incorporates a fine-particle pearl pigment to impart a subtle, non-glittery luminosity, similar to the "Glow" version.
| Ingredient (English) | Ingredient (Thai) | Function | Recommended % Weight | Product ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Talc Powder (10 Micron, Silane Coated) | แป้งทัลคัม (10 ไมครอน, เคลือบ Silane) | Base, Softness, Water Resistance | 60.0% | 10041 |
| MatteSilica 5XL™ | MatteSilica 5XL™ | Oil Absorption, Mattifying (Reduced) | 15.0% | 679 |
| MatteSilica 3™ | MatteSilica 3™ | Blurring, Fine Texture, Soft Focus | 15.0% | 10043 |
| Silver Pearl Mica (Size A, 30 Micron) | ไมก้าไข่มุกสีเงิน (ขนาด A, 30 ไมครอน) | Subtle Glow, Luminosity | 10.0% | 30601 |
| TOTAL | 100.0% |
Modification for Glow:
- The proportion of the highly oil-absorbing MatteSilica 5XL™ is reduced to prevent the finish from being completely flat matte.
- Silver Pearl Mica (Size A, 30 Micron) is added. Using a fine-particle Mica (Size A, 30 Micron) ensures the glow is a soft, diffused sheen rather than visible glitter particles, which is critical for a high-end "glow" setting powder.
Ordering Information
The product IDs listed above correspond to the raw materials available for purchase. You can use these IDs to order the ingredients for your formulation.
