Friday, January 30, 2009

Purchasing Mineral Makeup: Some Great Reasons Why

By Marilyn Etzel

When makeup first comes on the scene, it makes big boasts about the products. People will either jump on the bandwagon or are skeptical about the claims. It was the same with mineral makeup. But there are health and beauty benefits to choosing mineral makeup over more traditional products.

What is your skin tone? If you someone whose skin is hard to match with cosmetics, mineral makeup can solve that problem. Mineral makeup reports that it works for all skin tones and types, producing a flawless natural look to the face.

Mineral makeup does it all using only natural products. When you first look at the small jar, you are reminded of traditional foundation. But, in that little jar is a product that reveals as much as it conceals.

The minerals that make up the basis of most mineral makeup are:

Mica powder Iron oxides (adds color) Titanium dioxide

Natural minerals in the makeup cause fewer skin reactions than traditional makeup. The minerals in the makeup are sold as a powder for easier application and so less is used. Fillers and other added chemicals can clog the pores, but these natural minerals do not.

Furthermore, most makeup cakes after prolonged wear. Many foundations show streaks when we become overheated and begin to perspire. No one wants to have their makeup run. When it cakes, it is easier to see fine lines and wrinkles in our skin. What a mess!

Mineral makeup only needs to be applied once. The minerals work in tune with your skin and it only gets better when your body temperature rises. The coverage resists running and smearing even if you sweat. Using the Kabuki brush, only the barest amount of mineral makeup is applied and that is all you need.

Mineral makeup has several benefits:

It provides complete and light coverage Hides fine lines and wrinkles Goes on smooth and stays smooth even on hot days Provides shades that complement any skin tone Adds a natural glow to the skin

Mineral makeup is perfect for those who need to use hypoallergenic makeup. The iron oxides, besides providing color also act as a natural sunscreen for the skin. The sun's rays can damage the delicate skin of our face and cause us to wrinkle prematurely.

Have you ever kept makeup for a long time and wondered if you should still use it? Makeup can become contaminated from continued use with the same brushes. Mineral makeup resists bacterial buildup so you can keep it for a long time without worrying about the powder getting old. For those with sensitive skin, skin disorders, or who just have trouble finding a shade to fit your skin tone, mineral makeup is a viable option. - 16492

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