5 Powder-to-Cream and Cream-to-Powder Products You Didn’t Know You Needed

May 18, 2021

By: Mary Honkus | Makeup.com by L'Oréal

Powder-to-cream and cream-to-powder makeup aren’t new innovations, but we don’t think they receive enough attention — these makeup products literally transform on your face. The high-tech formulas offer a variety of benefits, including intense pigmentation, long-lasting wear and smudge-proof finishes. What’s not to love? Below, find some of our favorite offerings you didn’t know you needed — until now.

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Maybelline New York Color Strike Cream-to-Powder Eye Shadow Pen

Eyeshadow pens are easier to control than loose shadows, so you can create any look — from smoky eyes to sharp cut creases — in a fraction of the time. The crease-, fade- and smudge-resistant cream-to-powder formula in this pen comes in four metallic shades and six matte shades.

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Dermablend Quick Fix Color-Correcting Concealers

These color-correcting pigments come in four shades: green (to neutralize redness), orange (for dark circles and spots), yellow (for dullness or purple veins) and red (to neutralize dark circles and spots on darker skin tones). Simply shake the powder onto the back of your hand, and blend to turn it into a discoloration-hiding cream that dries instantly.

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NYX Professional Makeup Powder Puff Lippie

This lightweight, mouse formula glides onto lips and transforms into a soft powdery effect for a sweet, just-kissed look.

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Jane Iredale Mystikol Powdered Eyeliner

Achieving a sultry, smoky eye is easy with this powder-to-cream eyeliner. The water-resistant formula comes with a built-in brush for precise liner application, or you can sweep it across your lids to create a crease-free, smoked-out look in seconds.

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Cle Cosmetics Melting Lip Powder

Meet the melting lip powder from K-beauty brand Cle Cosmetics that has nearly all five-star reviews across the Internet. The lippie starts as a powder and transforms into a long-lasting, waterproof lip tint with a matte finish. Available in five shades ranging from a light pink named Barbie Pink to a rich, copper-brown named Hot Choco.

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