[dewdrops]

I came across this term while reading some makeup reviews.
Apparently, it's makeup that is good for your skin
Can anybody explain what it is and whether we have it here?

Here's some info I found:
The words "mineral powder makeup" sounds really pristine and does live up to its name. It has no talc, no chemicals, no fillers and no dyes. Just What more can anyone want? Mineral powders are gentle on the skin especially after cosmetic treatments. As they are made from finely crushed, high pigment minerals, the risk of allergy is minimized and there is no clogging of pores. More importantly, as the basic substances used are titanium dioxide and zinc oxide as the base, they afford natural protection from UV radiation.

Mineral powder make up can used by anybody with any type of skin. The zinc oxide, which is present in the mineral powder, is anti inflammatory, so if you have rosacea, or are plagued with skin blemishes, this is ideal. As there is no talc in these mineral powders, it helps to retain the moisture and retains hydration. It does seem to be loaded with advantages and a little makeup goes a long way.

As it has a sun protection factor of over 20, it is especially useful in the hot and humid climate. Best of all, it is fairly water resistant and has a water resistant factor of 90 minutes in water. Made from micro ionized pigments, they allow the skin to breathe and the make up does not run. Mineral powder cosmetics are healthy and healing. A big advantage of mineral powder makeup is that you can change the appearance merely by changing the application technique. While regular brushes give a light tint, sponge or cosmetic brushes can make the application appear denser. Use a damp sponge and the make up appears even darker. Some mineral makeup powders have foundation, concealer and a powder rolled into one. Good for all skin types, they afford natural coverage, and add a translucent glow to the face. They help to produce a flawless matte finish and you feel as if you are not wearing any make up at all. Best of all, the make up can be removed very easily.

Cosmetic technology has undergone a minor revolution with mineral powders performing working wonders in every climate even catering to high humidity levels. Even if you sweat, your make up is not going to run. Matte powder is versatile and blends so easily that it can be used to produce a vibrant effect, which looks good and feels good. Aestheticians are actually relieved that they can recommend something that is healthy and wonderful to people who seek their advice.

This post has been edited by dewdrops: 11 October 2006 - 11:44 AM

[yin]

ya i saw them in ebay.com.my

[ferrarihotbabe]

Yupyup~~ Mineral Make Up is good for your skin~ It's has Titanium Dixiode that act as natural sun barrier~ You can find this chemical in all sunblocks~!! It has other benefits too but I can't be bothered to remember

But the only Mineral Makeup brand I know is MAC's MSF foundation and the MSF blushers. And both of those products are no longer available at the moment coz it's Limited Edition~

[WildBerry]

I think if you want to get it , you will have to order through their website

[Fiona]

r u talking abt this brand? http://www.janeiredale.com/

[dewdrops]

That's why. I'm not sure.
I think any brand can have mineral powder makeup.

[wern]

Hi! Anyone knows where to get mineral makeup samples in Malaysia? Bare id, Everyday Minerals, Purelux Minerals etc....Would so like to try some mineral foundation samples after reading all the rave reviews on the cozycot and makeupalley!

[WildBerry]

you can buy them directly from their website as they do ship internationally

[wern]

Yeah, but I have no experience buying internationally though. and no Paypal account too Have you ordered from these mineral makeup companies before? What's your experience with them? Thanks!

[kibinst]

checkout makeuptalk.com/forums/f128

eveything on Mineral Makeup...loads of brands, u'll go nuts trying the sampls like i have!LOL!it's the BEST for skin, u can even sleep with it...it's so pure and especially good for acne pimple prone skin...no need to remove with heavy cleansers...and best of all, it's so pure and lasts long in this weather!!!

[tEddysWinkLe]

I have been wanting to try out Bare Escentuals mineral powder foundation for a looong time. I forgotten to get some back when I was in San Fransisco the last time.

Any one tried it before? it's suppose to be pretty good

[WildBerry]

So far so good Depends on which brands you are dealing with.. if you see anybody wanna buy the same brand, you can do a spree.. if you need help then let me know setting up a paypal account is easy too! you just need a credit card to make it a verified member so you can transfer money/ accept money

[mintmentos]

I have been wanting to try out Bare Escentuals mineral powder foundation for a looong time. I forgotten to get some back when I was in San Fransisco the last time.

Any one tried it before? it's suppose to be pretty good

Ya, i have tried this i.d Bare Escentuals mineral powder foundation before... the texture very fine with load of color so don't have to use alot!... I used on a slightly dampened face (I used some Dermalogica spray on toner) to get the effect of liquid foundation because I didn't invest in a Kabuki brush. Followed by Mineral Veils.. Too bad we can't get this in Malaysia... Loads of nice cosmetics not available here.

This post has been edited by mintmentos: 05 March 2007 - 05:29 PM

[tEddysWinkLe]

oh... it sounds very nice leh mintmentos...
maybe i'll get someone to buy it from US for me together with a smashbox primer maybe that is if i'm not broke at that time too lar

[chinadoll]

oh, my beautician recommended me to use mineral powder too. the brand is called casnille i think. good for problematic skin. =) but it's just a compact powder/loose powder.

[JenniJane]

stilla is selling? but im not sure are those called mineral powder. all i knew tht the sales girl kept tellin me got water inside and when its tried on my skin it's kinda cooling/wet feeling!

[fairytales]

You can buy Sheer Miracle mineral makeup products from ebay.com.my (seller: hh929) :-)

[WildBerry]

heya,

On behalf of Sze I would like to know if anyone use/interested in http://www.lumierecosmetics.com/index.php

one of the brands on mineral make up

[mintmentos]

heya,

On behalf of Sze I would like to know if anyone use/interested in http://www.lumierecosmetics.com/index.php

one of the brands on mineral make up

I am interested.. I'm placing some orders for sample. Anyone wanna tag a long let me know. I'm bearing the shipping cost. I have posted in Wildberry's spree threat.
Lumiere Mineral Makeup Spree

This post has been edited by mintmentos: 22 March 2007 - 10:23 PM

[WildBerry]

oh.. threat? I'm not threatening anyone...
one thing, you girls are really addicted to mineral makeup

This post has been edited by WildBerry: 23 March 2007 - 12:28 AM

[mintmentos]

oh.. threat? I'm not threatening anyone...
one thing, you girls are really addicted to mineral makeup

OOh sorry.. wrong spelling Thread. .. Actually I am addicted to mineral makeup, I try-out various brands to find out which suits me better. To me I think mineral makeup is much more versatile, can customer your own color, add to moisturizer to make tinted, add to sun block for a tinted sun-block.. or can also mix finishing powder to your normal loose powder... more more... this are a few methods that I have personally try run.

[Sze]

Yeah, I approached Wildberry (thanks, girl!) about running a group order from Lumiere, which had good reviews in a couple of forums that I post in and I was interested in ordering from their line of brushes, which had very good reviews too.

I haven't started using mineral makeup yet and I'm already addicted to it Too bad it's so expensive to ship these things down to Malaysia.

This post has been edited by Sze: 23 March 2007 - 12:02 PM

[Marlene]

yea, mineral make up is sooo much better than conventional make up. I've been using it for 1 year now and my skin's been getting better and better. The foundation contains generous amounts of titanium dioxide and zinc oxide and they are soothing for those with (sun) sensitive skin, roscacea or acne prone.

These are the touted advantages to MMU :
(1) Most products contain only 3-6 ingredients so there's less chance on skin irritation
(2) Most products contain generous amounts of titanium dioxide, providing protection from the sun
(3) They consists of inorganic ingredients, so the shelf life is practically forever! This is usually for MMU in powder form like foundation, primers, eyeshaodows, blushers and not inclusive of lip gloss/ lipstick.
(4) MMU is really pigmented ( no chemical fillers ) so u use only a little bit at one time.

However, a note of caution. some MMU companies do use talc and bismuth oxychloride which could irritate skin ( itching ). Not every MMU company provides good products ( a lot of them are coarsely milled and u'd end up like wearing crushed rocks on ur face ).

MMU foundations could sometimes magnify the pores, and that's one disadvantage i could think of. If u want to use powder foundation, u need to moisturize heavily...else u could end up with cracked skin. Yea, MMU takes a lot of trial and error to get the hang of it, but once u do, it's well worth it!

[Sze]

Yeah I was gunna say something about the bismuth oxychloride too. I think Bare Ecsentuals contain them.

Some users are also sensitive to mica as well, so be sure to read the ingredients before you get the minerals

[mintmentos]

I agree with Marlene. There are brands that stay on longer and some don't. Some people maybe suitable for a brand but others may not. Its really a matter of trying out. Once you do, you'll be addicted...

[mintmentos]

Yeah I was gunna say something about the bismuth oxychloride too. I think Bare Ecsentuals contain them.

Some users are also sensitive to mica as well, so be sure to read the ingredients before you get the minerals

Yes Bare Ecsentuals contain them but I'm Ok with it.. In fact it made my skin looked very smooth.. but Bare Ecsentuals is abit more pricey.

[Zhi Hui]

Hi everyone! Sze is my friend and she referred me here. I love mineral makeup and don't think I'll ever go back to regular cosmetics again. I've been using it for over half a year now. So far I've tried Everyday Minerals and Mineral Essences products and e/s from TaylorMadeMinerals and Aromaleigh. And I'm waiting on more samples No bad experiences so far and my skin has improved a lot compared to the days when I was using regular makeup.

And yes, always check the ingredients list on the website because not all companies use the same ingredients. Some may add botanicals which may/may not affect your skin. Others may have mica or kaolin which is a mild irritant for some people. So it's just about making an informed choice for your own self.

Anyway, I'm sure I'll pop back here often to see what new developments there are in this thread ^^

[Sze]

Hey friend! Good, you're here! (Zhi Hui is my big MMU influencer )

mintmentos: Yup, BE is very pricey! It's been around for about 10 years, and has a large customer base who claim it's their Holy Grail cosmetic. I heard about it, but am worried about the bismuth because I have very sensitive, acne prone skin

[Sze]

Double post. Again

This post has been edited by Sze: 23 March 2007 - 10:32 PM

[cutiepie]

Babes... MMU really that good ..? Even makes the skin condition better?

well... those branded cosmetics company mah going to cease loh ... as the peoples were like switching from ordinary cosmetics to MMU edi .....

i'm interested with their brushes too ...

This post has been edited by cutiepie: 23 March 2007 - 11:05 PM