Showing posts with label makeup. Show all posts
Showing posts with label makeup. Show all posts

1.19.2007

Mineral Powder All Around

So many clients ask about the difference in the large selection of mineral powders on the market now. Here’s the scoop…
Just as you are selective about the liquid foundation you choose for your face for reasons such as ingredients, coverage, and quality, you should do the same with mineral foundation. They may say “Mineral”, but do they still use fillers such as talc and only have a little bit of the good stuff? Mineral powder should be healthy for the skin and provide excellent coverage. It should not contain fragrance, dyes, or talc in order to be ideal for sensitive, acne prone, and other skin types. Some powders also contain bismuth, which leaves the skin shiny and may have a white or chalky effect resulting in additional product use to control shine. My advice is to look at the ingredients and test a few lines to see what gives you the coverage you need along with what works well with your skin.

1.18.2007

Why Prime?


Why Prime? Priming the skin with a good primer before applying makeup creates a smooth canvas for your foundation. It can be used before your moisturizer just before applying foundation. Several makeup lines have a primer, some including an SPF. A few I like are Laura Mercier, Bess Cosmetics, and NARS. They all differ in texture but have the same functionality. If you are new to priming your face before applying your makeup, ask for samples of different primers to see which one works best. It makes a difference in the overall appearance and longevity of your makeup!