I am pushing 50, have rosacea, and sun-damaged skin. Bare Minerals is the best make-up I have ever used. For years, I was a Clinique user, but have been a Bare Minerals convert for about 4 years now. My nose is red because of broken capillaries from years of sun exposure. Using the small applicator brush, I simply dab on the medium foundation, then with the larger applicator brush, I put on the same medium foundation over my whole face. The coverage is natural-looking and lightweight. I like to wear my hair up, so I even brush foundation on the nape of my neck and behind my ears for an even coverage. I also like the fact that if I am outdoors or doing exercise, my makeup doesn't melt off. It lasts because a little coverage goes a long way. I convinced two of my co-workers to try Bare Minerals and they are hooked, too.