How can women wear makeup and gain enhanced looks while still appearing natural? The answer to that question seems to be mineral makeup. Using ground minerals from the earth creates that illusion and keeps the skin looking good. Best of all, mineral makeup can be matched to just about all skin tones.
There are a variety of mineral cosmetics on the market. Though the makeup is created from natural ingredients, some may contain fillers. Choosing which one looks the best is really a matter of taste. What ingredients are important to you? What do you not want to see in your mineral makeup?
You'll be pleased to know that mineral cosmetics include all of the essential makeup products: concealer, eye shadow, blush, and foundation. Even though mineral makeup was created to look natural, if applied wrong, your face will look "cakey." Avoid the clumps with a few makeup tips for getting it right.
Foundation does just what the name implies: It lays the foundation for applying all the other products. Using foundation first brings out the true colors in the makeup. Without foundation, the colors don't stand out and any skin problems are still noticeable. Think of a painter's canvas. Foundation prepares the face as priming prepares the canvas.
Prepare your face. Clean your face as usual. If your skin is dry, add a bit of moisturizer. Allow the moisturizer to soak into the skin before applying any foundation. A wet face will cause the minerals to clump together on your face.
Mineral foundation can be applied to the skin in a dry or wet preparation. First, you will learn how to apply mineral foundation on dry skin.
Applying Dry Mineral Foundation
1. When a new jar is used, the powder can be packed tight. Shaking the jar will loosen the powder. Place a small amount of mineral foundation in a clean lid for application.
2. The usual foundation applicator is a Kabuki brush. Its unique features allow the makeup to cling to each bristle for better coverage. As such, not much of the foundation will be needed. Angle the brush upwards and tap the plastic handle to dislodge any extra minerals.
3. Starting at your jaw line, apply the foundation to your face in a circular motion. Work your way up to your forehead. Come down your nose and sweep out across your cheeks.
4. Another application may be necessary. Continue to move around your face until you are satisfied with the coverage. Don't forget to apply mineral foundation to your neck.
Applying Wet Mineral Makeup
1. Some women like using a liquid foundation instead. That's okay. Mineral makeup is adaptable for this purpose. Just like with dry foundation, dump a small amount (about the size of a dime) of the foundation onto a clean surface like the lid of the jar.
2. Using a spray bottle filled with water, squirt a few drops of water onto the foundation. Mix the two together using a Kabuki brush. Application can start when the mixture reaches the right consistency for you.
3. Begin by using circular motions to apply the foundation to your jaw line. Work your way upwards to your forehead. The first time, go slow to be sure that the foundation blends evenly for a flawless look. Apply the foundation to your neck as well.
Following the steps above for dry or wet mineral foundation application will result in a natural look to your skin and a canvas ready for whatever you apply next. - 15438
There are a variety of mineral cosmetics on the market. Though the makeup is created from natural ingredients, some may contain fillers. Choosing which one looks the best is really a matter of taste. What ingredients are important to you? What do you not want to see in your mineral makeup?
You'll be pleased to know that mineral cosmetics include all of the essential makeup products: concealer, eye shadow, blush, and foundation. Even though mineral makeup was created to look natural, if applied wrong, your face will look "cakey." Avoid the clumps with a few makeup tips for getting it right.
Foundation does just what the name implies: It lays the foundation for applying all the other products. Using foundation first brings out the true colors in the makeup. Without foundation, the colors don't stand out and any skin problems are still noticeable. Think of a painter's canvas. Foundation prepares the face as priming prepares the canvas.
Prepare your face. Clean your face as usual. If your skin is dry, add a bit of moisturizer. Allow the moisturizer to soak into the skin before applying any foundation. A wet face will cause the minerals to clump together on your face.
Mineral foundation can be applied to the skin in a dry or wet preparation. First, you will learn how to apply mineral foundation on dry skin.
Applying Dry Mineral Foundation
1. When a new jar is used, the powder can be packed tight. Shaking the jar will loosen the powder. Place a small amount of mineral foundation in a clean lid for application.
2. The usual foundation applicator is a Kabuki brush. Its unique features allow the makeup to cling to each bristle for better coverage. As such, not much of the foundation will be needed. Angle the brush upwards and tap the plastic handle to dislodge any extra minerals.
3. Starting at your jaw line, apply the foundation to your face in a circular motion. Work your way up to your forehead. Come down your nose and sweep out across your cheeks.
4. Another application may be necessary. Continue to move around your face until you are satisfied with the coverage. Don't forget to apply mineral foundation to your neck.
Applying Wet Mineral Makeup
1. Some women like using a liquid foundation instead. That's okay. Mineral makeup is adaptable for this purpose. Just like with dry foundation, dump a small amount (about the size of a dime) of the foundation onto a clean surface like the lid of the jar.
2. Using a spray bottle filled with water, squirt a few drops of water onto the foundation. Mix the two together using a Kabuki brush. Application can start when the mixture reaches the right consistency for you.
3. Begin by using circular motions to apply the foundation to your jaw line. Work your way upwards to your forehead. The first time, go slow to be sure that the foundation blends evenly for a flawless look. Apply the foundation to your neck as well.
Following the steps above for dry or wet mineral foundation application will result in a natural look to your skin and a canvas ready for whatever you apply next. - 15438
About the Author:
Need more information about mineral make up? Marilyn Etzel's Beauty Talk answers all of your questions about mineral makeup cosmetics and more. As president of ME Naturally, LLC, Marilyn is dedicated to providing you with quality mineral makeup with the finest natural ingredients.
