What is it that we like about mineral makeup? It's sheer, light, and most importantly, doesn't make us look like our sweet, but over-done Great Aunt Margaret. Mostly though, it is the good ingredients that make up the mineral cosmetics we find the most appealing.
Unfortunately, many cosmetics that say they are all natural are not. They contain a few ingredients that are natural but not enough of them are present to overcome the other not so good chemicals in the makeup. Even with mineral makeup, it is best to know what you are getting before taking their word for being a completely natural product.
Mineral makeup makes use of the natural minerals of the earth to enhance the look of every woman. What make this possible are the ingredients used to prepare your foundation, concealer, eye shadow, and other products. Cosmetics that contain the following ingredients will keep your skin healthy when you wear makeup.
1. Mica - this is one of the main ingredients in mineral makeup. A type of mica, serecite, is a translucent mineral that helps with adhesion. We want our makeup to stay on our faces don't we? Mica helps mineral makeup accomplish that in a natural way. In addition, mica also reduces the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and large pores by reflecting light.
2. Titanium Dioxide - this mineral is big in the concealing department. It hides pores and lines by reflecting light as well as adding a brightener of sorts to the makeup. The overall appearance is still a matte natural finish. Titanium dioxide does offer the properties of sun protection but adding a sunscreen to your skin before applying mineral makeup reinforces what comes naturally.
3. Zinc Oxide - You don't have to streak it down your nose or across your cheeks like beach folk. Zinc is a healthy mineral that helps to heal the body. Along with titanium dioxide, it provides a measure of sun protection even when wet.
4. Iron Oxides - We want natural makeup but a little color doesn't hurt things. Iron oxide comes in a variety of pigments. These colors can be used in subtle measure to shade foundations for all skin types. Brighter pigments are useful for eye shadows and blush.
5. Silica - For a soft silky appearance and feel to the skin, be sure that silica is an ingredient in your mineral makeup. Any excess oil in your skin is absorbed by this mineral. Extra oil causes makeup to cake and look artificial.
6. Boron Nitride - Another natural mineral that absorbs excess oil similar to silica. It smoothes the skin and provides a natural look like mica and silica. Women would rather have a glow than a shine and boron nitride helps mineral makeup to accomplish this.
To be natural, mineral makeup must contain natural ingredients like the minerals named above. Other products like kaolin clay or rice powder are added also. Whether you choose to use these ingredients is up to you.
Everyone's skin is unique, just because something is natural doesn't mean it's right of every skin type. The best remedy is to test different formulations to learn which ingredients suit your skin best! - 16755
Unfortunately, many cosmetics that say they are all natural are not. They contain a few ingredients that are natural but not enough of them are present to overcome the other not so good chemicals in the makeup. Even with mineral makeup, it is best to know what you are getting before taking their word for being a completely natural product.
Mineral makeup makes use of the natural minerals of the earth to enhance the look of every woman. What make this possible are the ingredients used to prepare your foundation, concealer, eye shadow, and other products. Cosmetics that contain the following ingredients will keep your skin healthy when you wear makeup.
1. Mica - this is one of the main ingredients in mineral makeup. A type of mica, serecite, is a translucent mineral that helps with adhesion. We want our makeup to stay on our faces don't we? Mica helps mineral makeup accomplish that in a natural way. In addition, mica also reduces the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and large pores by reflecting light.
2. Titanium Dioxide - this mineral is big in the concealing department. It hides pores and lines by reflecting light as well as adding a brightener of sorts to the makeup. The overall appearance is still a matte natural finish. Titanium dioxide does offer the properties of sun protection but adding a sunscreen to your skin before applying mineral makeup reinforces what comes naturally.
3. Zinc Oxide - You don't have to streak it down your nose or across your cheeks like beach folk. Zinc is a healthy mineral that helps to heal the body. Along with titanium dioxide, it provides a measure of sun protection even when wet.
4. Iron Oxides - We want natural makeup but a little color doesn't hurt things. Iron oxide comes in a variety of pigments. These colors can be used in subtle measure to shade foundations for all skin types. Brighter pigments are useful for eye shadows and blush.
5. Silica - For a soft silky appearance and feel to the skin, be sure that silica is an ingredient in your mineral makeup. Any excess oil in your skin is absorbed by this mineral. Extra oil causes makeup to cake and look artificial.
6. Boron Nitride - Another natural mineral that absorbs excess oil similar to silica. It smoothes the skin and provides a natural look like mica and silica. Women would rather have a glow than a shine and boron nitride helps mineral makeup to accomplish this.
To be natural, mineral makeup must contain natural ingredients like the minerals named above. Other products like kaolin clay or rice powder are added also. Whether you choose to use these ingredients is up to you.
Everyone's skin is unique, just because something is natural doesn't mean it's right of every skin type. The best remedy is to test different formulations to learn which ingredients suit your skin best! - 16755
About the Author:
Need more information about mineral make up? Marilyn Etzel's Beauty Talk answers all of your questions about mineral makeup cosmetics and more. As president of ME Naturally, LLC, Marilyn is dedicated to providing you with quality mineral makeup with the finest natural ingredients.
