Mineral Makeup
I was asked by so many of you about Mineral makeup. So as
always, I went in search of all the information I could muster.
Here it is! Mineral makeup is as about pure as it gets, almost
all manufactured are void of talc, chemical additives,
fragrances, fillers, preservatives and dyes. Mineral makeup is
actually made from minerals from the earth. They contain a
combination of natural ingredients such as zinc oxide, titanium
dioxide, bismuth oxychloride, iron oxides and others. These
minerals are mixed with other inorganic pigments to get color.
Mineral makeup should not contain artificial fragrances, colors
and preservatives. These ingredients are some of the causes of
allergies in many people. They also can be irritating to the
skin. Mineral Makeup came about from a need for cosmetics gentle
enough to use on skin after chemical peels or resurfacing
treatments, mineral makeup is made from finely crushed, high
pigment minerals. It has virtually no allergy risk and will not
clog pores or irritate sensitive skin. So, many Dermatologists,
Plastic Surgeons, Skin Care specialists and Professional Makeup
Artists are recommending Minerals for their patients after laser
or a chemical peel. This is because minerals such as titanium
dioxide and zinc oxide are used as the base; these cosmetics are
loaded with natural UV protection, are water resistant and will
not irritate the skin, As well they don't clog the pores. So why
not use them all the time? I do!
The beauty of mineral makeup is that it can be used by all skin
types, all skin colors, regardless of our age. One of the base
minerals used is zinc oxide, it has anti-inflammatory
properties, which means it calms the skin down. So it's perfect
for people with blemishes, oily skin, dry skin, and rosacea. I
use it on Models that are sun burned. It is the only makeup on
the market that I know of that is recommended for use
immediately after a skin care or surgical procedure. Mineral
Makeup is talc-free; this enables our skin to retain its
moisture balance. It basically holds in moisture, keeping skin
hydrated and as we all know, skin that is hydrated has a smooth
resilient look! Hydrated skin shows little signs of ageing!
Types of Mineral Products and What to look for before you buy.
There are many types of mineral makeup products on the market,
Foundations or bases, under eye concealors, as well as powders
and eye shadows. I always look for pressed bases, they are much
easier to use and not messy: Same effect as the loose but no
mess. They are easier to carry in your purse or makeup bag. As
well there are a lot of ways to use them. They all work on the
same theory. If you apply them dry, right from the container,
they will be soft and subtle. When you wet them they become much
more intense.
Features and Benefits of the Mineral Products!
Anti-inflammatory! Two of the main ingredients in most mineral
based makeup are, titanium dioxide and zinc oxide, they are
anti-inflammatory and actually help calm the skin. Zinc oxide
also has antimicrobial properties. Properties that actually help
keep the risk of any type of infection down! Will not clog the
pores! With no oils, fragrances, fillers, chemicals or synthetic
ingredients, there is not much that can clog your pores. The
light mineral powders also let skin breathe naturally. Best of
all, because mineral powders are inorganic and contain no
moisture, bacteria do not grow and no preservatives are needed.
Plus it absorbs oil, so anyone with oily skin just doesn't look
or get as shiny. Works like a natural sunscreen! Minerals have a
reflective property that reflects the suns rays, in addition
substances like titanium dioxide and zinc oxide offer natural,
sun protection.
Many application features! One of the very best features is in
the application process; here you have one product that can be
used for so many types of coverage! First if you just want a
light application, you can apply the minerals with a brush. I
recommend a kubuki type, a soft look with just a hint of color
will be released, with coverage in the 25% range, perfect for
young skin, great for when you would like to have a tinted
moisturizer type look. The second is with a dry sponge, this
will give you about 50% coverage, better than most foundations
on the market today. Last is with a wet sponge, this is what I
would use for that fully covered flawless skin type coverage.
Now you can wet the sponge with water or a good moisturizer.
Use as an under eye cover! If dark circles are a problem or you
need a concealor, I always use the minerals with a wet sponge
under the eye, actually I use it all around the eye area, it
makes a great base for eye shadow as well as keeps your eye
pencils from smudging during the day.
Perspiration & water resistant! This means that the mineral
makeup will hold up well in moisture. Whether you get damp from
perspiration or being in the rain, your mineral makeup should
hold up. Blot when wet, don't rub and the pigment will last.
Mineral Makeup works with humidity. So that means even if you
sweat, your makeup stays put. A lot of women going thru hormonal
changes: including menopause can now have some relief as to
sweating all their makeup off!
The Bottom Line
Before you apply any makeup product, always make sure you skin
is in the best shape possible. I as always recommend proper skin
care. Cleanse to remove all excess dirt and debris, tone to pick
up any excess cleanser so it doesn't eat thought your new makeup
application and moisturize to restore the ph balance of your
skin. Use an micro dermabrasion product twice a week. Then if
you go ahead and use the minerals, well what more can I say! The
bottom line is to try the Minerals, have fun with the colors and
know your doing something great for your skin!
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