How to Choose Mineral Makeup
Dianne Ranger, the originator of mineral makeup, developed the first line in 1976. Today, there are numerous companies claiming to have the best mineral makeup for your needs. Selecting mineral makeup is a matter of personal choice as well as selecting the products that work best for your skin type and color. You may find there is more than one product line that meets your needs. With so many products to choose from, there are a few things you can look for that can help narrow your search for the best mineral makeup for you. Does this Spark an idea?
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Research a product line's claim of purity. Be sure you are not putting any unhealthy or unnatural ingredients on your skin. When selecting a line, look for a company that does not use dyes, fragrances, chemicals, oils or heavy preservatives. If you do not see the ingredient list on packaging or online, there is a good chance the product is not natural. If you do see a listing of ingredients, pay special attention to both the active and inactive ingredients.
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Look at the cosmetic's giants with a critical eye. One of the fastest ways to cut through the maze of product lines claiming to be the best mineral makeup is to look for a mineral product that was developed by a large, well-known brand. When looking at an established cosmetics company for a mineral makeup for your needs, check ingredients as you would a new line. There are some well-known companies that have developed a mineral line that is truly natural and effective, and you may feel more comfortable using an established brand.
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Try several lines out to determine performance. Visit several cosmetics counters and ask the cosmetics associate to apply the product on your skin. When reviewing the coverage, it should not have a full coverage matte look and should appear natural. True mineral makeup reflects light and the color appears to come from within and produce a soft glow. The makeup should not look chalky or flat; mineral makeup should appear translucent. If you feel uncomfortable applying a number of products on your skin, you can apply a layer of makeup on your arm. The product should be easy to blend and you should not be able to detect the first application from the second. True minerals are not water soluble; try placing application site in water and review how coverage has changed.
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Look for SPF protection. Determine of the product has an SPF rating. UVB and UVA rays have the ability to penetrate through makeup and burn skin. It is important to keep your skin protected from the sun at all times. A quality mineral makeup product will contain SPF.
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Tips & Warnings
Read product reviews to see what others have had to say about a line. Keep in mind that not everyone's skin is the same, so what works for someone else may not work for you. It's best to use reviews as a general guide.
Invest in a good brush; the kabuki brush is best for applying mineral makeup.
Note that most mineral makeup companies will have some form of a preservative or filler; however, if you see the product contains zinc stearate, stearic acid, glyceryl polymethacrylate or glycerin, the product is not natural.
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