In the cosmetics industry, "mineral" is the buzz word of the decade, and I believe that most women agree with me. Call me a late bloomer, but it's only just recently that I started using mineral makeup. At first, I thought that it was just all hype. Now, I'm completely gaga over mineral make-up. Instead of simply telling you why, I've decided to show you. What you see below is not a BEFORE and AFTER shot. Using only the webcam, I took different shots of myself wearing conventional pressed foundation (LEFT) and mineral makeup (RIGHT).
See the difference? You'd have to be color-blind or just pessimistic not to. I absolutely love its "candle-light glow" effect on my face. Plus, it gives me full coverage with a barely-there feel.
Mineral makeup
may be described simply as loose powder in nude shades. It is made from mineral pigments, such as bismuth oxychloride, titanium dioxide, zinc oxide, or even talc. Typically, makeup of this kind don't contain the common skin irritants found in most cosmetics, such as fragrances, preservatives, and synthetic dyes. As there are no approved standards as to what constitutes "mineral make-up," however, some cosmetics are sold as "mineral make-up" with only 1% mineral content. So be very cautious and read the label!
Mineral makeup pros and cons
On the one hand, experts say that it is kinder to the skin than most cosmetics. It is also non-comedogenic, which is a fancy way of saying that it won't clog your pores. Hence, it is more suitable for women with acne-prone skin. Its base ingredients titanium dioxide and zinc oxide are also naturally anti-inflammatory. Some brands of mineral cosmetics may have "auto match" qualities that adjust to your natural skintone for a more even complexion. As it has gentler and long-wearing qualities, it is ideal for day-to-day use. On the other hand, wearing mineral make up does not and should not make sunscreen unneccessary--no matter what the ads say. It is also more expensive than conventional make-up.
How to get flawless, model skin with mineral makeup
Before applying makeup, make sure that you give the make-up bottle/package a good shake, especially if you're using it the first time. With a swirling motion, dip the kabuki brush
into the container to get a very small amount of powder onto its tip. Work the brush around your face with the same swirling motion, starting from the outside of your cheekbones, around your cheeks, and onto your forehead, nose, chin, and jawline. Start with the tiniest amount of powder, and just add more powder for the kind of coverage you want.
Bear in mind, though, that mineral make-up will only enhance your complexion. To ensure a healthy, beautiful skin, wash your face with mild soap or facial foam and water before going to bed. Ads may say that mineral is "make-up you can sleep in," but it doesn't mean that you should.
Mineral makeup
may be described simply as loose powder in nude shades. It is made from mineral pigments, such as bismuth oxychloride, titanium dioxide, zinc oxide, or even talc. Typically, makeup of this kind don't contain the common skin irritants found in most cosmetics, such as fragrances, preservatives, and synthetic dyes. As there are no approved standards as to what constitutes "mineral make-up," however, some cosmetics are sold as "mineral make-up" with only 1% mineral content. So be very cautious and read the label!Mineral makeup pros and cons
How to get flawless, model skin with mineral makeup
Before applying makeup, make sure that you give the make-up bottle/package a good shake, especially if you're using it the first time. With a swirling motion, dip the kabuki brush
into the container to get a very small amount of powder onto its tip. Work the brush around your face with the same swirling motion, starting from the outside of your cheekbones, around your cheeks, and onto your forehead, nose, chin, and jawline. Start with the tiniest amount of powder, and just add more powder for the kind of coverage you want. Bear in mind, though, that mineral make-up will only enhance your complexion. To ensure a healthy, beautiful skin, wash your face with mild soap or facial foam and water before going to bed. Ads may say that mineral is "make-up you can sleep in," but it doesn't mean that you should.
P.S. I just wanted to add that with my personal mineral make-up experiment, I wore only lipstick with the powder (for both photos). The polished and glowing look that I saw on the mirror (and the photo on the right) was what won me over. :)
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