What is the difference between loose powder and pressed powder makeup?

What one is easier and less messy to apply? Which one rinses easier or are they both the same...just wonderingWhat is the difference between loose powder and pressed powder makeup?
Loose powder is exactly that...loose powder, that'll spill everywhere unless you're careful! Pressed powder is the powder all pressed together, so its more ';solid';. Loose powder can be applied with a brush, pressed powder you usually need a little sponge. I like the loose powder better, because you can spread on as much or little as you like, and it stays looking natural - that is, you cant get any streaks or anything because you're just dusting it on. The pressed powder on the other hand is a lot thicker, can clog your pores, and hence lead to bad skin. Also, it can look streaky and patchy unless you apply it very evenly (which is harder to do than with the loose powder). That said, pressed powder can look really good too. its just thicker, you need to sure you wash it all off properly so you dont get clogged pores. Hope all that helps!!What is the difference between loose powder and pressed powder makeup?
Actually, pressed powder makeups are NOT good for your skin. It clogs pores easily and is a great harbor for bacteria.
I use both: loose powder is messy so is best kept at home. To reduce the mess I use a big brush and having dipped it into the powder I tap the brush on the lid to remove the excess before using. This stops the powder going everywhere whilst leaving enough to blot my makeup. Another good reason is that it is much cheaper than pressed powder and you get much more of it in the average pot.





I find pressed powder handy for when I travel or in my handbag to touch up my makeup when I am at work. Some powders are creamier than others, so you need to find one that suits you - obviously creamy ones are more likely to clog, drier ones or those sold as non-comedogenic should clog less so. Also have a supply of powder puffs and change them regularly, or better still buy a travel powder brush in a case. The latter has the advantage in that it will make the powder last longer and is as effective as a puff on your skin.





Finally, there are health concerns about talc which is used in powders. If you have concerns choose one without talc.
lose powder is way easier to apply you should try bare essentials. it fabulous
loose powder is like i.d. bare minerals.. its like a true powder.. kinda like powdered sugar. its more messy to apply, but they both rinse the same. pressed powder is like in those little compacts with the white sponge type thing. the loose powder stuff, especially id bare minerals is much better for your skin.
I love loose powder! It wont clog your pores. Pressed on the other hand does. Loose just sits on top of ur skin removing shine! It rinses of just the same i think or maybe loose cleans easier since they dont add and oils or stuff like so it wont stick into ur pores.