The Natural Glow
Imagine your skin in it's healthy and natural state but ten times better. This is the magic of mineral makeup. It is similar to putting a second layer of skin on top of your natural skin, giving you the most natural look that you probably could not get from traditional makeup. The coverage is light and sheer but does its job at concealing imperfections. Because the consistency of most mineral makeup is lightweight, you can definitely build up the layers without feeling cakey at all.
During the hot humid weather, mineral makeup holds up longer than traditional makeup. This is because mineral makeup is not formulated with any oils so it will not slip and slide off your face, which is a plus given that summer is just around the corner. Also, mineral makeup is formulated with sun protection ingredients that protect your skin from UV rays and give your skin a matte finish. If you looking for a dewy finish, mix a drop of serum to your liquid mineral foundation and you are good to go!
Nowadays aside from liquid mineral foundation, mineral makeup is also found in blush, bronzer, highlighter, eyeshadow, lipstick, and of course the original loose powder mineral foundation. The variety and reach of these products have expanded and increased exponentially in popularity since they first emerged on the market.
No Harmful Ingredients
Mineral makeup is different from traditional makeup in how its ingredients are processed and what ingredients are left out. Most leading mineral makeup products do not include preservatives, parabens, mineral oil, chemical dyes, and fragrances. These ingredients, that are carefully left out in the making of mineral products, tend to irritate the skin, especially those with acne, rosacea, and eczema. Due to this benefit, many dermatologists highly recommend mineral makeup products for sensitive and acne prone skin because the chances of a reaction are significantly lower compared to traditional makeup products. The base ingredient in mineral makeup is mica which adheres to the skin better and is less cakey in appearance than talc which is found in traditional makeup.
The popularity of mineral makeup has grown immensely to the point where almost all makeup brands offer mineral products. However, you should be wary of the ingredients list because not all companies produce mineral products the same way. The ingredient list for mineral makeup products should be minimal. If it looks like a mineral makeup product has a long list of ingredients, it may be produced with additional ingredients that may be harmful to the skin. Be wary of where you purchase mineral makeup, be sure to buy only from licensed makeup companies and spas.
Skin Care Benefits
Mineral makeup comes with many benefits for approving the skin, inside and out. Since mineral makeup is not formulated with oils, the formula does not irritate or cause reactions to sensitive and acne prone skin types. Most mineral makeup includes titanium dioxide and zinc oxide which help to protect the skin from sun damage. The sun protection may not be as strong as sunscreen with SPF but it does provide some SPF protection for going out and about on a sunny day. Zinc oxide also has anti-inflammatory properties to protect the skin from irritation, redness and environmental factors.
The properties of mica allow the product to adhere to the skin better but at the same time, it does not clog the pores of the skin. Given the light consistency of mineral makeup, the skin is able to breathe which most traditional makeup does not allow.
In general mineral makeup is an ideal choice for those with problematic skin and who want to look natural on an everyday basis without spending a fortune on high-end traditional makeup products. Does this sound like you?
At our spa, we use Jane Iredale mineral makeup as your solution to flawless and healthy looking skin. Shop the brand here if you are interested! If you would like more information about Jane Iredale products, contact us for a free makeup consultation.
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