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How to Use Mineral Makeup Powder Foundation for Sheer Coverage

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By Stephanie Modkins
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Minderal makeup powder does not contain the chemicals found in many other face and body powders.
Minderal makeup powder does not contain the chemicals found in many other face and body powders.

Mineral makeup powder gives excellent sheer coverage because it is not created with chemicals and powders that weigh heavily on the skin. It can be used on several parts of the body and applied liberally without looking chalky. All mineral makeup powder does really is give the skin a healthy, natural glow, a look that most women strive for today.

From Quick Guide: Bare Minerals Makeup
Difficulty: Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • Mineral powder makeup
  • Makeup brush
  • Makeup sponge
  1. Step 1

    Pat your face with mineral makeup powder in order to reduce any shine areas. Dab a bit of it onto a large brush or sponge. Then apply it over your t-zone in order to combat any oil.

  2. Step 2

    Brush mineral makeup powder over your chest area to hide blemishes and other imperfections. It’s a way to make your body look flawless under a skimpy black dress or v-neck top. It can even work well with a sheer top that gives a muted view of your skin.

  3. Step 3

    Dab mineral makeup powder over your stomach area. A lot of mineral makeup powder has flecks in it that look like glitter. So it can be used to highlight a tan, flat stomach in a midriff top or bathing suit.

  4. Step 4

    Apply mineral make-up powder as a foundation. Use it on those days when you don’t want to wear a full face of makeup, but still want a healthy glow. It will give you that without the use of a liquid foundation or blush.

  5. Step 5

    Mix mineral makeup with your blush when you want to tone it down. Sprinkle some of it on a piece of tissue paper. Then, after you apply blush to your cheeks, dip your brush into the sprinkles and go over them again.

  6. Step 6

    Sponge mineral makeup powder over your elbows and knees to even them out. These areas are often darker than the rest of the body. The application of powder to them will lighten them up and help them more closely match the rest of the body in color.

  7. Step 7

    Set your liquid foundation with mineral makeup powder. You do it by sweeping your face with mineral makeup powder after you’ve applied your liquid foundation. This act will seal your foundation and make it last longer throughout the day.

  8. Step 8

    Dust your legs with mineral makeup powder when you don’t feel like wearing pantyhose. It will give your legs sheen and help cover imperfections. As a result, you’ll get the same polished look as you would wearing a pair of pantyhose.

Tips & Warnings
  • Be steady with your hands as you apply mineral makeup powder.
  • Be sure to get a color of mineral makeup powder that matches your natural skin tone.

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