| It seems that every Hollywood diva, from Madonna | | | | These numerous benefits explain why many |
| to Julia Roberts, has hopped aboard the mineral | | | | dermatologists are now recommending mineral |
| makeup bandwagon. The popularity of these all | | | | makeup to their clients, particularly those who have |
| natural cosmetics has prompted real-life beauty gurus | | | | sensitive skin or chronic conditions like acne or |
| to take notice as well. | | | | rosacea. Mineral makeup offers the coverage they |
| Why are celebrities and professional makeup artists | | | | need without causing additional irritation or blemishes. |
| so enthusiastic about foundation and blush created | | | | However, choosing the right mineral makeup formula |
| from finely ground mineral content? Consider these | | | | is critical to finding a successful match between your |
| reasons to try the latest mineral makeup, and take | | | | cosmetics and your skin. |
| advantage of our tips to help you shop for the best | | | | Choosing Mineral Makeup |
| formulas for your skin. | | | | Unfortunately, the mineral makeup trend has led |
| What is Mineral Makeup? | | | | many cosmetic manufacturers to offer their own |
| Mineral makeup consists of a combination of finely | | | | lines of mineral cosmetics. However, a lack of |
| ground minerals, taken directly from the earth. Some | | | | regulation in the cosmetic industry means “buyer |
| of the most popular ingredients in these formulas | | | | beware” when it comes to choosing the right |
| include titanium dioxide and zinc, which explain the | | | | "mineral" formulas. |
| reason these products are also touted for their sun | | | | Any cosmetic can be labeled a mineral makeup, as |
| protection. | | | | long as there is at least a little mineral content in the |
| However, what is not listed on the ingredient list is | | | | mix. It is important to read product labels to ensure |
| just as important as what is. Artificial dyes, | | | | the cosmetic you choose is filled with all natural |
| fragrances and other potentially irritating ingredients | | | | mineral ingredients, without chemical additives like |
| are conspicuously absent from mineral makeup’s | | | | artificial dyes or fragrances added. |
| product labels. These all natural formulas have led | | | | One ingredient to watch out for in mineral makeup is |
| many skin care professionals to turn to mineral | | | | bismuth oxychloride. This substance is frequently |
| makeup for dealing with even the most problematic | | | | used in mineral formulas to enhance the glow of the |
| client skin concerns. | | | | skin. However, bismuth oxychloride has also been |
| Mineral Makeup Benefits | | | | shown to irritate skin, and it can make some skin |
| There are many benefits that mineral makeup | | | | conditions worse. If you have sensitive skin or a |
| products offer. Advantages include: | | | | chronic skin condition, avoid mineral makeup with this |
| • Most mineral makeup formulas are | | | | ingredient. |
| non-comedogenic, so they do not clog pores. | | | | Mineral makeup is one of the most popular trends in |
| • The majority are free from | | | | the beauty industry, and the plethora of companies |
| ingredients that could irritate sensitive skin. | | | | manufacturing their own lines of mineral makeup |
| • Mineral makeup provides excellent | | | | indicates the trend won't be waning soon. If you |
| coverage while still looking natural. | | | | want to try mineral makeup for yourself, make sure |
| • Many formulas provide some sun | | | | you choose a well-known brand and read the product |
| protection. | | | | label before buying. You may find that your skin has |
| • The light-reflective ingredients can | | | | never looked so natural or beautiful. |
| effectively turn back the clock on the skin. | | | | |
