In some embodiments, a cosmetic composition includes a powder formulation, at least one additive, and at least 20% water by weight. The powder formulation includes silica silylate, methyl methacrylate crosspolymer, microcrystalline cellulose particles, and boron nitride. In some embodiments, the powder formulation includes silica silylate in an amount of about 0.05% to about 1.0%, methyl methacrylate crosspolymer in an amount of about 0.1% to about 5.0%, microcrystalline cellulose particles in an amount of about 0.1% to about 3.0%, a first portion of boron nitride in an amount of about 0.1% to about 3.0%, and a second portion of boron nitride in an amount of about 0.1% to about 5.0%, all by weight of the cosmetic composition. A method of providing a skin smoothing and radiant optical effect to skin includes applying a cosmetic composition including water, at least one additive, and a powder formulation to the skin.
