by BlondieWrites on March 11, 2010
What is Mineral Makeup
Mineral makeup was discovered more than 30 years ago and is very popular because the products are all natural. This means no chemicals, dyes or preservatives were used in making it unlike those you would normally in traditional makeup. If you are wondering what the main ingredients are, it is made up of mica, titanium dioxide and zinc oxide.
The mineral makeup comes in a variety of forms and the prices ranging from less than $10 to more than $50 per product. These include mineral blush on, mineral eye shadow, lip liners, nail polishes, body shimmers and mineral bronzers.
The best sellers happen to be the blushes and the loose power foundations that you apply to your skin using a fluffy and wide brush.
But why use mineral makeup? Because it provides users with a number of benefits and the first one is that because it is non-comedogenic, it does not block the pores of your skin allowing it to breathe. In fact, this is why it appeals to a lot of women that have sensitive skin.
If you haven’t tried it yet, go out and buy one now because tests have shown this is effective for women who suffer from acne, dryness, rosacea and other skin ailments.
Another benefit of using mineral makeup is that it does not feel like you are wearing a mask on your face or skin. This is because the powder is lighter than conventional cosmetic products making people who look at you think that you are not wearing any makeup at all.
It also gives you protection from the sun since it reflects sunlight because the main ingredients namely mica, titanium dioxide and zinc oxide work by reflecting the photons of light up and out of the skin so there is no absorption of energy.
There are also no chemical reactions and no free radicals produced which is why these products are now often being recommended by dermatologists.
Some women powder up a number of times during the day. With mineral makeup, you only need to apply this once a day and what is even better is the fact this it is water resistant.
Most cosmetic products have to be removed before going to bed. You don’t have to do that with mineral makeup because you can even go to bed with it which is very useful if you have to start your day early and you don’t have time to fix yourself up.
So mineral makeup is good for you and as you can see, better than traditional cosmetics. So, head on over to the nearest store and compare the different mineral makeup brands then buy it. If appearance is something that is important to you, don’t sell yourself short. Get something you know is good that will also give you a radiant glow.
For those who have not used mineral makeup before, this is what you are supposed to do. First, you apply foundation to beautify your skin. Then you apply a light layer of your favorite color-enhancing mineral makeup across your cheekbones. Lastly, you apply the other mineral makeup products you normally use to make you look good.
The best part of using mineral makeup is that you will bed one with everything in less than 5 minutes.
by BlondieWrites on March 11, 2010
How to Buy Mineral Makeup Products
Mineral makeup products have taken the market by storm. Sadly, a lot of companies are also getting into it even if some do not use all natural ingredients in making their merchandise. This is why you should be careful when you go shopping and here are a few things you should know when you go and buy these products.
First, find out what brands sell mineral makeup. If you don’t know where to start, ask your dermatologist or do some research online. It will be helpful to ask know how much each one costs and then compare their prices. Should a company offer a 30 day free trial, sign up so you can test it for yourself.
Next, check the ingredients. Mineral makeup products should be made of natural ingredients. If you find something written that you have never heard of before, again do some research to find out where it comes from or ask your dermatologist. Keep in mind that some of these ingredients can be a skin irritant or at worse a toxin and in any case, you don’t want this to get on your skin.
Some of the ingredients the mineral makeup product you are looking at must have are mica, titanium dioxide, zinc oxide, and coloring agents like ultramarine blue or ferric ferrocyanide. If it has bismuth, bismuth oxychloride or talc, forget about it because these are examples of skin irritants. Parabens on the other hand have been linked to breast cancer and premature skin aging so avoid it as well since the purpose of putting on makeup is to look younger and radiant.
Mineral makeup comes in different colors especially for stuff like the eye shadows and a lot more. The beauty of mineral makeup is that it makes people think you are not wearing makeup so before you buy it, find out which one matches your skin tone. So be sure that the shade you choose is not too dark or too light making it so obvious that are wearing makeup.
So you get what you pay for, don’t pay attention to the size of the container but the net weight of the product. Sometimes, you will only find less than 5 grams of foundation inside a 20 or even 30 gram container and that means you are paying so much for very little.
Once you have done research on the brand, you can now buy these from the department store, retail store or online. Be sure to check on the company’s refund policy if you are not happy with the product so you can get your money back.
If you like one mineral product from one brand and find something else in another, forget about buying the kit because you won’t use it. Be practical because in these hard times, you can’t afford to waste money but rather maximize it.
As you can see, it is not that hard to buy mineral makeup products. It is just like buying any other product you want from the store but since this could affect your skin, you should just be a little more careful.
The proper way to use mineral makeup is by buying the right brush. You should buy a fan or powder brush and if this is not available, you can also use cotton.
by BlondieWrites on March 11, 2010
How to Use Mineral Makeup Foundation
Foundation is the most important thing to put on your face before applying lipstick or any other cosmetic. If you want to look good using mineral makeup foundation, here are the steps that you should follow.
First, get the best shade of mineral makeup foundation there is in the store. To do that, you have to choose the color that matches the color of your skin. Just to give you an idea, some brands classify their shades by fair, fair/light, light, light/medium, light medium/medium, medium, medium deep and deep.
Once you bring it home, go to the bathroom and then clean your face thoroughly using either soap or a facial cleanser. After washing, pat yourself dry with a soft towel.
Now comes the fun part. Open the mineral makeup foundation and before dipping it using your finger or a brush, tap the side of the container first. Right after, dip in the brush, swirl it a bit and then tap it on the side to remove any excess powder.
With a sufficient amount of powder in the brush, this is when you buff the mineral makeup into your skin. Do this gently in circular motions up and down your face. Put more attention under the eyes because this spot is often overlooked and when you are done, apply other makeup products so you add the finishing touches to your face.
If you are going to use some eye shadow, dip the brush into the mineral makeup powder then sweep this onto the eye from the base of the eyelashes to just beneath the brow.
You can also do the same if you are going to put on lipstick by dipping the lip brush into the powder to give a natural look when you finish.
For those who are not happy after applying blush to their face, you can fix this by mixing it with a bit of mineral makeup powder or by applying a second coat on top of the cheeks where the blush was applied.
Applying mineral makeup foundation and using the other stuff can be done in less than 5 minutes. You just need to practice a bit especially if you have always been traditional cosmetics.
The nice thing about mineral makeup foundation is that you don’t have to put too much on your face to get the desired effect. If it is warm, you don’t have to worry that it will run because this is one of the features of this product.
This means that you only need to apply this once a day and if you are too tired to remove this before you go to bed, don’t worry because you don’t have to do this before going to sleep.
When you buy mineral makeup foundation from the store, look at the ingredients written in the label, its volume and the price. If you think that everyone uses the same materials and sells it a little higher or lower than their counterparts, your basis of buying should be based on the net content as this will tell you how much powder is in each bottle.
If you are happy with the mineral makeup foundation of your choice, stick to it until maybe something better comes along.
by BlondieWrites on March 11, 2010
Mineral Makeup Brands
Do you want to look good? Of course you do and you are not alone. To give you an idea of what is available in today’s market, here are a few mineral makeup brands that are worth checking out.
First is Bare Essentials Makeup that is sold online and on television. Most people who use it say that it gives them a flawless and natural collection which is good for them since they have oily skin. They also say that they don’t have to use too much to look good because a small quantity goes a long way.
Next, we have aromaleigh which sells their merchandise online. Customers who enjoyed it a lot happen to be over the age of 40. The products they have come in different colors and you can even mix your shades.
It is also good for people who have oily and dry faces. If you apply it once, that is already good the whole day without the need for a touchup.
Another small company is Young Blood that has been in the business for 10 years. Customers who have used this are happy with the service because one thing they have noticed when this is applied to the skin is that it minimizes your pores.
But the biggest company out there that sells mineral makeup product is L’Oreal. Being in the business for many years, it is one of those brands you can trust. Their mineral makeup products are very affordable and given the large selection, you will surely find something that matches your skin complexion.
If you don’t want to take our word for it, try it out yourself because that is the best way to tell you if one brand of mineral makeup is good for you or not.
To do that, always check the ingredients that go into each bottle. This is printed on the label and what you should keep an eye for are the key ingredients namely mica, titanium dioxide and zinc oxide. The ideal mineral makeup product must not contain bismuth, bismuth oxychloride, parabens or talc that are known to be harmful for your skin.
Apply a small sample of the makeup on your skin to see if it looks good on you and to see if there is any side effect.
It is only when everything checks out that the only factor in buying one brand from the other is the price. Always compare how much one bottle costs with another and then decide if it is worth buying. You should also check how much content goes inside the container because if one product is cheaper but contains less, you are probably better off with another that contains more.
One problem when buying any brand of mineral makeup product is that the brushes are always sold separately. If you are able to look through the different products with a lot of detail, then you should also do the same when you look for the right brush which you will use to apply the makeup to your skin.
There are a lot of mineral makeup brands around right now and this should not be a surprise given that it has been around for more than 30 years. So take your pick at what is available and use what you think is right for you.
