Sunday, February 1, 2009

Purchasing Mineral Makeup: Some Great Reasons Why

By Marilyn Etzel

Mineral makeup has really taken off in the past twenty years. At first, everyone was skeptical about a makeup that claimed to provide so many benefits in one jar. This article discusses some of the health and beauty benefits of wearing mineral makeup you might not have known.

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 comes in a jar in loose powder form. The minerals are all natural and the makeup contains no fillers for color or chemicals to prolong shelf life.

The minerals that are the basis of most mineral cosmetics 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:

Hides lines and wrinkles Goes on easy and stays smooth in hot weather Light coverage Works for all skin tones Provides a natural glow (comes from the bismuth oxychloride)

If you have allergies and have never worn makeup, mineral cosmetics can help you too. With no chemicals or fillers, skin isn't exposed to potentially irritation substances. Some ingredients like zinc oxide and iron oxide provide some protection against the sun's harmful rays. These products are also listed in sunscreen formulations.

Mineral makeup is inorganic so there is less chance of bacteria getting into the makeup. As a precaution, keep your Kabuki brush clean between uses. Also use a separate container or a small top for makeup application instead of dipping directly into the jar. - 16755

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