The previous post talked about what to look for in a mineral makeup. This one focuses more on what not to look for. Here are 5 "don't do's" for choosing a mineral makeup, though some of the points may be redundant, this may be easier for some in helping to choose the right brand.
AVOID
1) bismuth oxychloride- cheap filler & causes some people itching & breakouts
2) nano-particles- particles small enough to cross the blood-brain barrier. Can't be good.
3) products with too many ingredients
4) talc- can be an irritant, & again, just a cheap filler
5) remember, FDC & red lake colors contain, usually, tar. Avoid these. Tar is not a mineral...
RS
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
10 Tips for Choosing a Mineral Makeup
Choosing the right mineral makeup online can be an arduous task, especially with so many new up & comers joining the ranks over the past six years. We're here to help make the choice easy on you by providing you with a list of 10 tips on how to choose!
1. Absolutely essential- LOOK AT THE INGREDIENT LIST!! Avoid products contain anything but minerals! After all, this is why you are looking at purchasing mineral makeup, isn't it?! Try to find a/the brand that contains the FEWEST amount of ingredients in each of it's formulations.
2. Google search the brand for reviews. This is one of the easiest ways to see if others liked the products. If you cannot find any review or information on the brand, consider purchasing another...
3. Choose a brand that offers sample kits. It's VERY hard to match a mineral makeup, or any makeup for that matter, online. Colors just do not represent themselves well on the computer screen. AND, how they look MAY NOT have anything to do with how they look on you! Everyone's skin is different & the same color on two people can change depending on their body chemistry- complexion, oiliness, etc. Sample kits allow you to try various shades, especially of foundations, at a reasonable price before committing to an entire jar!
4. Choose a brand that does not contain bismuth oxychloride or lake dyes. Bismuth, used by many "top", (ie. overpriced) brands, can cause breakouts & redness for a significant amount of women. Lake dyes are the same. Primarily made from tars, these colors can irritate skin as many are allergic.
5. Consider price. Prices vary significantly on mineral makeup. Brands like Jane Iredale can cost as much as $40 for a 9 gram container of foundation, while smaller, less advertised brands can cost as little as $15. Quite a difference...I'd rather spend the extra $25 on either a) more cosmetics:) or b) Starbucks for the week:))
6. Choose a brand that does not contain nano-particles. Nano-particles are particles small enough to cross the blood-brain barrier, which cannot be a good thing. For more information on nano-paraticles, see this article by Dr. Weil: http://www.drweil.com/drw/u/QAA400242/Makeup-With-Minerals.html
7. Choose a company with a money-back guarantee. While this does not mean "order a lot & return most", it does mean that if you are unsatisfied with the QUALITY of the makeup itself (ie. if it doesn't glide on well, if it's not mixed well, if it's cakey, etc.) you can return it for a full refund.
8. Choose a company with a history. As mineral makeup is easy to mix, it seems every Tomasina, Doris, & Harriet are mixing mineral makeup in their kitchens. Make sure you find a brand that has a history of being a quality product, is available in at least some retail locations, & can be readily found in an online search.
9. Look for a company that offers reasonable shipping. Many makeup companies literally make more money on shipping & handling than they do on the products themselves. There are many quality mineral makeup companies out there who offer free shipping with a certain purchase amount.
10. DON'T ONLY LOOK AT THE BIG BRANDS!! That being said, some of the big brands do offer a high-quality product, but many do not. Many use enormous amounts of fillers to makeup up for revenues spent on BIG ADVERTISING. Look at good, medium-size companies, some without all of the frills, but one's who, again, have a history of quality & integrity.
1. Absolutely essential- LOOK AT THE INGREDIENT LIST!! Avoid products contain anything but minerals! After all, this is why you are looking at purchasing mineral makeup, isn't it?! Try to find a/the brand that contains the FEWEST amount of ingredients in each of it's formulations.
2. Google search the brand for reviews. This is one of the easiest ways to see if others liked the products. If you cannot find any review or information on the brand, consider purchasing another...
3. Choose a brand that offers sample kits. It's VERY hard to match a mineral makeup, or any makeup for that matter, online. Colors just do not represent themselves well on the computer screen. AND, how they look MAY NOT have anything to do with how they look on you! Everyone's skin is different & the same color on two people can change depending on their body chemistry- complexion, oiliness, etc. Sample kits allow you to try various shades, especially of foundations, at a reasonable price before committing to an entire jar!
4. Choose a brand that does not contain bismuth oxychloride or lake dyes. Bismuth, used by many "top", (ie. overpriced) brands, can cause breakouts & redness for a significant amount of women. Lake dyes are the same. Primarily made from tars, these colors can irritate skin as many are allergic.
5. Consider price. Prices vary significantly on mineral makeup. Brands like Jane Iredale can cost as much as $40 for a 9 gram container of foundation, while smaller, less advertised brands can cost as little as $15. Quite a difference...I'd rather spend the extra $25 on either a) more cosmetics:) or b) Starbucks for the week:))
6. Choose a brand that does not contain nano-particles. Nano-particles are particles small enough to cross the blood-brain barrier, which cannot be a good thing. For more information on nano-paraticles, see this article by Dr. Weil: http://www.drweil.com/drw/u/QAA400242/Makeup-With-Minerals.html
7. Choose a company with a money-back guarantee. While this does not mean "order a lot & return most", it does mean that if you are unsatisfied with the QUALITY of the makeup itself (ie. if it doesn't glide on well, if it's not mixed well, if it's cakey, etc.) you can return it for a full refund.
8. Choose a company with a history. As mineral makeup is easy to mix, it seems every Tomasina, Doris, & Harriet are mixing mineral makeup in their kitchens. Make sure you find a brand that has a history of being a quality product, is available in at least some retail locations, & can be readily found in an online search.
9. Look for a company that offers reasonable shipping. Many makeup companies literally make more money on shipping & handling than they do on the products themselves. There are many quality mineral makeup companies out there who offer free shipping with a certain purchase amount.
10. DON'T ONLY LOOK AT THE BIG BRANDS!! That being said, some of the big brands do offer a high-quality product, but many do not. Many use enormous amounts of fillers to makeup up for revenues spent on BIG ADVERTISING. Look at good, medium-size companies, some without all of the frills, but one's who, again, have a history of quality & integrity.
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