Mineral Makeup 101

Mineral Makeup has taken the beauty world by storm. In the biggest beauty trend ever, minerals have gone from a little known and tiny portion of the beauty market to full mainstream. Here is the info to get you started, or to answer any questions or problems you may be having.

Once an exclusive boutique item, mineral foundations and makeup are available everywhere now, from those boutiques to the drugstore, even Wal-Mart and an abundance of choices online. In addition to mineral foundations, there are finishing powders, blush, face colors and high lighters, bronzers, eye shadows, eye liners, mascaras, lip products and now even skin care available with minerals.

But, are all mineral cosmetics created equal?
Absolutely not! Your choice in mineral products will be dictated in your primary purpose in using them. Do you want minerals because they are more natural or do you just want to look the best you can?

The first mineral foundations contained only a few ingredients and there are still many formulas like that. Other companies added in "good for you" skin care ingredients. To transform minerals for the mass drugstore market, companies began to add more chemicals, fillers and preservatives. Many mineral fans and purists do not feel these are are on the same level as the more traditional products - that they are simply "mineral added" makeups.

The decision is yours. The aim of this website is to provide you with all the information you need to make an informed decisions with the end result being a makeup that you love and that looks wonderful on you. The choices are not easy anymore! Here is more information to help you out:

What is Mineral Makeup?
Start here if you are new to minerals and are wondering what all the fuss is about.

What are The Benefits?
If you are wondering why everyone loves their mineral so much, here are the benefits!

Natural Minerals?
Are all mineral cosmetics natural? Does it matter?

Bismuth in Mineral Foundation
Bismuth is an ingredient found in some minerals that causes itching in some users. Here is everything you need to know about it, including a list of bismuth free minerals.

Ingredients
All minerals are not created equally! Here is a list of ingredients for all of the mineral brands featured on Mineral Makeup Reviews.

Pressed Mineral Foundation
Many users prefer pressed over loose minerals for easy no mess application.

Makeup for Acne
Read why many with acne are switching to mineral foundations with great results.

Mineral Make up vs. Mineral Based Makeup
There is a difference! If you are interested, read this blog post.

Allergy?
Can you be allergic to mineral cosmetics? If you think so, read this blog post about the two causes of allergic reactions.

Concealing
If you love your minerals but need better coverage, here are some concealing tips.

Brands
Here is a list of all of the brands featured on Mineral Makeup Reviews.

Bargain Minerals
Here is a list of the bargain brands.

What about Micronized Minerals?
If you are wondering or have heard about micronized minerals, read this FAQ about what micronized means.

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