A "new" makeup discovery that's been around for 30 years is taking the cosmetics, fashion and film industries by storm. Mineral makeup is the latest addition to an emerging beauty culture dedicated to better living. Unlike traditional products, mineral makeup, which is based on a hypoallergenic loose powder that naturally nourishes the skin, contains no perfumes, talc, alcohol, dyes, mineral oil or preservatives. Doesn't feel like a mask. For some women, traditional makeup, often heavier, can feel like a mask. Mineral makeup's texture is lighter and different. Even with more coverage, experts say you'll see a natural, translucent radiance and more of your skin, which can breathe. Mineral make-up has hit the fashion scene by storm and continues to grow at an exponential rate.Mineral make-up is completely natural (ought to be). Because of the completely natural components it is believed to be far better for your skin.
It is, as the name suggests, made using minerals, these range, by product, from rock minerals, to vegetable sourced minerals. It is the combination of these finely powdered minerals and other naturally occurring pigments, which create the color varieties and different applications, from eye-shadow to mascara etc. Each mineral also adds to the beneficial properties of wearing the product.
When compared to other types of make-up, this ‘natural composition’ should cause less irritation and less reactive on sensitive skin.
The use of mineral make-up, dates back to Egyptian times. In the ‘70’s it was relaunched, (think henna etc.) and has caught the publics imagination more recently as there is an increased awareness of ‘natural’ in all areas of life has gained popular recognition.
The individual minerals can aid with skin care, the oxides helping with firming and anti-ageing and other minerals providing weather block, vitamin nourishment and more, Many clinicians have endorsed some of the products available as hypoallergenic.
It does feel lighter to wear and consequently doesn’t seem to clog pores so much, allowing the skin to breathe. Conversely it is more naturally water resistant, so stays on for longer than many of the more common types of make-up.
As mineral make-ups are generally suitable for all skin types, it is a far easier product for which to shop. Just requiring color and product selection, rather than having to also consider skin type.
When buying mineral make-up try to ensure you are not buying one with fillers, as the whole point of using mineral make-up is its natural properties.
Ensure you test the make-up as you would with any other make-up. One common mistake made in selecting color, is to apply it to the back of the hand, for a tone match, this is not the best way to test, as face and hand skin tone are usually markedly different.
