Butter HydraSilk Primer vs. Flour Setting Powder: Which First?
By Beautybakerie | Published: 2026-10-23
Category: Comparisons
Learn the correct order to apply Beauty Bakerie's Butter HydraSilk Primer and Flour Setting Powder for a smooth, long-lasting makeup look.
Quick Answer
Apply the Butter HydraSilk Primer first to create a smooth, hydrated canvas, then set your makeup with the Cacao Loose Flour Setting Powder for a long-lasting matte finish.
Why Order Matters
Primer and setting powder serve different jobs in your makeup routine. Primer preps your skin and helps makeup adhere and last longer. Setting powder locks everything in place and controls shine. Using them in the wrong order can lead to patchy application or a cakey finish.
The Butter HydraSilk Primer is a lightweight, hydrating formula that fills pores and leaves skin silky. It works best when applied before any base makeup. The Cacao Loose Flour Setting Powder is a finely-milled, lightly-tinted powder that sets concealer and foundation while blurring pores and softening your complexion.
The Correct Order: Trade-Offs Explained
- Primer first: Apply the Butter HydraSilk Primer to clean, moisturized skin. Its lightweight, breathable formula fills pores and creates a smooth base. This step extends makeup wear and gives you that silky feel. Use primer before any foundation or concealer.
- Foundation and concealer next: After primer, apply your foundation and concealer as usual. The primer's hydrating base helps these products blend seamlessly and last longer.
- Setting powder last: Once your base makeup is blended, gently press the Cacao Loose Flour Setting Powder over concealer and foundation. Its HD feature blurs pores and leaves a matte finish without caking. Use setting powder only after all cream and liquid products are applied.
Product Facts
- The Butter HydraSilk Primer + Antioxidants: The Butter HydraSilk Primer is a lightweight, hydrating primer that provides your skin with a smooth canvas and extends the wear of your makeup. Applying this primer first ensures your foundation glides on evenly and stays put longer.
The Butter HydraSilk Primer + Antioxidants - Cacao (Brown) Loose Flour Setting Powder: Our finely-milled, gluten-free, vegan, Cacao (Brown) Flour® Setting Powder allows you to set your concealer and foundation in place for a long day's wear. Using this setting powder after your base makeup locks in coverage and controls oil without adding weight.
Cacao (Brown) Loose Flour Setting Powder
Who Should Use This Combo?
Best for
- Anyone wanting a smooth, matte finish that lasts all day
- Those with oily or combination skin who need shine control
Not for
- People who prefer a dewy finish without any powder
- Those who skip primer and only want a setting powder for touch-ups
