Mineral makeup has been gaining popularity in the cosmetics industry. From established cosmetics companies to new ones, there are new brands of mineral cosmetics appearing everywhere. In the biggest beauty trend ever, minerals have gone from a little known and tiny portion of the beauty market to full mainstream.
Mineral makeup is made from pure crushed minerals. The true mineral makeup only has 4 or 5 ingredients. Some cosmetic manufacturers making mineral makeup such as Neutrogena and L’Oreal have a lot more ingredients which is why their makeup is not called true mineral makeup but mineral based make up.
Mineral makeup usually comes in a powder form but some come in liquid forms as well. Unlike other makeup, mineral makeup is buffed on the face and the warmth of the skin liquefies the minerals forming a flawless finish.
The minerals have beneficial properties for the skin and when you have the correct color for your skin and it is applied properly can make your skin look natural, glowing and beautiful.
Some popular brands of mineral make up are Bare Escentuals, Jane Iredale mineral Makeup, Laura Geller makeup, PUR minerals.
Mineral makeup usually has no dyes or fragrances (common irritants), but some mineral products do contain bismuth oxychloride, which can irritate skin. Bismuth free mineral makeup is also available if your skin is allergic to it.