Things You'll Need:
- Internet access
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Step 1
Compare the different brands of mineral makeup. There are tons of different brands, all claiming to be the best thing for you. Start your comparison with brands that are dermatologist recommended; some brands offer a free 30-day trial, these are also good to start with.
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Step 2
Look into the company's refund policy. Mineral makeup tends to be expensive, the last thing you want is for your makeup to give you a rash and then not be able to return the stuff. Check out the limited time trials offered by some brands, as well. This is a good way to determine if the makeup is right for you or not.
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Step 3
Check the ingredients. Some mineral makeup contains controversial ingredients; even the ones stamped with dermatologist approval. Some of these components are suspected skin irritants, while others carry ominous names like Ferric Ferrocyanide. Some of these products are suspected toxins, others are only irritants; either way, you may not want to put them on your skin.
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Step 4
Determine your skin tone. Mineral makeup, like traditional products, comes in a variety of tones, from extremely light to dark. Once you've settled on the brand that you want to try, you need to choose a color that best matches your skin's natural color. Shades that are too dark or too light, will create a mask like effect, making it obvious that you're wearing makeup.
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Step 5
Buy your makeup. Mineral makeup is available through a multitude of retail options. You can purchase it through a traditional retailer, like a department store, or through various online stores.
Comments
stronglady said
on 12/13/2008 One great place to buy mineral makeup is Divine Minerals. They are super affordable, eco friendly and all natural. Lowest Price out there but premium quality!
Check it out.
www.divineminerals.com
emilyjj11 said
on 7/9/2008 We did a lot of comparison of different mineral makeup brands on the market that were recommended by dermatologists and found afterglow cosmetics to be one of the most natural.. A good place to research this is the cosmeticsdatabase online.. It's also nice to go with organic ingredients where possible. you can find them in europe at http://www.carefreebeauty.eu
emilyjj11 said
on 7/9/2008 We did a lot of comparison of mineral makeups on the market that were recommended by dermatologists and found afterglow cosmetics to be one of the most natural.. It's organic as well which is nice. you can find them in europe at http://www.carefreebeauty.eu
PurelyCosmetics said
on 10/7/2007 Ferric Ferrocyanide does sound ominous, but actually, it's not the least bit harmful - it's just another name for "Berlin Blue" or "Prussian Blue". Believe it or not, it's also used a recommended treatment for radiation exposure and metal poisoning!
More harmful to your skin are mineral makeups that contain parabens, which are preservatives that are linked to breast cancer and premature skin-aging, and ones contain bismuth oxychloride (which is found in quite a few brands!), which as a by-product of lead and copper processing, can cause skin irritation.
If you're buying online, I suggest buying a sampler/tester size first, so you can be sure you've got the right shade before you plunk down the big bucks. Look for companies that send you their testers in sifter jars, not baggies. You'll end up with 1/3 of your tester stuck to the baggie.