KRYOLAN Translucent Powder

Description

Here’s a breakdown of Kryolan Translucent Powder — what it is, how it performs, and whether it might be a good fit for you.

✅ What it is

• This is a professional-grade setting powder designed to go over cream or fluid foundations. (
• It’s formulated with a high concentration of modified rice starch which is aimed at oil/shine absorption and durability of makeup.
• It comes in a translucent shade (and some tinted variants) so its aim is to set and mattify without significantly altering foundation colour.
• Features listed: fragrance-free, gluten-free, easily blendable, mattifying, transparent.
• Application tip: apply with a powder puff over base, allow a few minutes, then remove excess with a brush, finish with a buffing brush.

🎯 Pros & Highlights

• Great for oily skin / situations needing long-wear: Many users note it works well for makeup that needs to last (e.g., photo/video/film use). For example one reviewer:
  

  “Best: Kryolan Translucent Powder. It’s been a go-to for many years now.”

• Very finely milled and neutral colour (especially good if you want no colour shift).
• For professionals: it was developed for stage, film, TV where durability and control of shine are key.
• Suitable for serious setting / “locking in” makeup rather than just a light touch-up powder.

⚠️ Considerations / Potential Drawbacks

• Because it’s more heavy duty (for professional / long-wear use), it may emphasize dry patches or texture if you have dry skin. Some users raise caution about this.
• It may require the correct technique (puff to press, wait, then brush off excess) rather than just sweeping on. If you apply it too thickly, you might end up with a powdery look.
• Availability & cost: Being a pro brand, may cost more and stock may vary in your region (Sri Lanka) so consider shipping, authenticity, etc.
• Shade / finish considerations: Even translucent powders sometimes can lighten or give “ash” effect on deeper skin tones if not applied carefully. One user noted:
  

  “While I use translucent … it also tends to make my face look really pale and washes out a lot of the contrast in the base layer.”

🔍 Is it good for you (in Sri Lanka / your context)

Given you are in Kalutara (Western Province, Sri Lanka) and depending on your skin type / makeup needs, here’s a quick guide:

• If you have oily skin (common in tropical/humid climate like Sri Lanka) and you need your foundation to last through warm/humid conditions (e.g., events, photo shoots) → This powder could be a very strong choice.
• If you have normal to dry skin, or mostly use makeup for everyday casual wear, you might prefer a lighter setting powder (so your skin doesn’t look matte to the point of texture emphasised).
• Since shipping/import may add cost, check local stockists of Kryolan (or authorised distributor) to avoid high shipping and ensure authenticity.
• Test under your lighting and with your foundation: sometimes “translucent” still interacts with your skin tone and foundation undertone → make sure no weird flashback or ashy look.

If you like, I can check current pricing and availability in Sri Lanka or nearby region for Kryolan Translucent Powder, and even compare some good alternatives (loose setting powders) available locally. Would that be helpful?