Mineral makeup is made of finely ground minerals such as mica, zinc oxide and titanium dioxide. It is made for all types of cosmetics including foundation, concealer, eye shadow, eyeliner and blush.http://www.webmd.com/health-ehome-9/mineral-makeup Most often it is in a powder form and is considered by some to be better for the skin.
Smaller companies that specialized in natural makeup first brought mineral powders to the market. However, the success of mineral makeup led to larger cosmetics firms developing their own mineral lines, these companies include Revlon, Covergirl and L'Oreal.
Dermatologists recommend mineral makeup for patients with skin disorders because it is claimed that it does not clog pores or irritate the skin, due to the elimination of irritants such as fragrances, synthetic dies, binders and preservatives. Critics state it is drying and can add years to the skin because it accentuates wrinkles.http://www.webmd.com/health-ehome-9/mineral-makeup
Benefits Over Traditional Makeup
- Free of chemicals, dyes and preservatives
- Traditional makeup is commonly petroleum-based
- Sits on the skin rather than being absorbed by ithttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-t_HNyvlk_8
- Does not contain filler ingredients to block pores
- Ability to mix and combine powders for the exact color wanted
- Contains titanium dioxide which can help with skin problems such as rosacea, eczema and acnehttp://www.webmd.com/health-ehome-9/mineral-makeup?page=2
Buying Guide
- To cover blemishes or rosacea, apply bisque or concealer that matches your skin tone.
- You will need to apply the powders with a brush; use the correct brush for the type of makeup you're applying
- Blend makeup colors to match your skin tone
- Depending on the look wanted, eyeliner may be put on as a powder or as liquid, applied with a wet brush.
How to Apply Mineral Makeup
Emily Noel takes us through the sequence of steps recommended by her from applying mineral makeup. The initial foundation she applies is a base layer of medium beige followed by beige, which she applies over her entire face, stressing that she gently builds a few layers.
Bisque is used next as a concealer, mainly used to cover the under eye area, for shaping the nose and to cover any small blemishes. Emily then finishes by applying a final layer of the beige base over her entire face.
Finally she uses a blush to lift and highlight cheekbones, brow, nose ridge and chin and follows with a bronzer to achieve the contour she wants.
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References
Fast Facts
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Developed in mid 1970's
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Hypoallergenic
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Applied using a variety of brushes
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Does not support the growth of bacteria
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Many types contain natural sun protection
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Basic Ingredients
minerals such as mica, zinc oxide and titanium dioxide
