Thursday, January 8, 2009

Compare Mineral Makeup to Traditional Cosmetics

By Marilyn Etzel

What is the big deal about mineral makeup? Everyone has their own version of mineral make up for sale. Read this article to find out the difference between traditional cosmetics and mineral makeup.

We are going to look beyond all of the advertising pomp and circumstance to see what's really there. Cosmetic companies have promised everything but the moon as it pertains to their products and we were sadly disappointed with their products.

The Skinny on Mineral Makeup

Women everywhere seem to love it. Mineral makeup is nothing new. It has existed for a long time, but has gained a following only recently. But, something is going on because traditional makeup products are taking a back seat to these minerals.

You may be wondering exactly what these minerals are. There are countless minerals in the world so which ones are they using? Most mineral makeup contains three basic minerals: mica, iron oxides, and titanium dioxide. There are others, but these three remain constant. Some formulations also contain bismuth oxychloride. It is not a mineral found in nature but its pearl-like appearance gives our cheeks that glow we all want.

Traditional Makeup

Today, makeup comes in countless shades and formulations. There is pressed and loose powder, makeup pencils, liquid foundation, and lipstick. Most traditional makeup contains fillers to prolong the shelf life of the makeup.

We are told not to wear our makeup to bed. Besides the fact that we will wake up with our face imprinted on our pillow, most traditional makeup clogs the pores. Sleeping in the makeup doesn't allow the skin to breathe and that can cause skin irritations.

Anyone who has worn traditional makeup has certainly noticed the heaviness. Layering on foundation, blush, eye shadow, and mascara can begin to feel unnatural. Traditional makeup doesn't always hold up well in warm weather, so we have to reapply the makeup if we want anyone to be able to see it.

The Comparison

Mineral makeup offers many advantages that traditional makeup does not. Their cosmetics are:

Lightweight Hypoallergenic (choose makeup without bismuth oxychloride) Perfect for all skin tones Natural feeling and appearance Healthy for the skin

Traditional makeup has been around a long time. It can:

Irritate the skin of those with skin irritations and disorders Feel heavy on the skin Clog the pores Not work for all skin tones

Before choosing a makeup to wear, learn the facts. All makeup is certainly not created equal. Natural doesn't always mean better quality, but when you combine the natural properties with great makeup results, you and your skin win. Mineral makeup helps you achieve that.

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