Yes, I do realise that this post is slightly behind in the times, but what harm can another opinion do? MM is a great option to choose when you are first starting out as it feels and looks very natural and for people with sensitive skin.
The Facts
Mineral makeup has been around since the mid-1970’s and has now taken the cosmetic world by storm [thank the lord it is now mainstream! :)].
What is Mineral Makeup?
MM is made from pure crushed minerals. The term ‘pure’ and ‘natural’ is very subjective and from reviews I have read, ingredients in their natural form may also be an irritant to the skin. "True" MM only have 4 or 5 ingredients. However, the new generation of MM now has a greater number of ingredients and a majority of brands have ingredients that shouldn’t even be there!
MM prides itself on that it is free from parabens, fillers, oils, preservatives, fragrance, talc, chemical dyes and are safe for even very sensitive skins or people suffering from acne and rosacea.
The Pros
Mineral Makeup:
-Looks natural compared to other thick, creamy formulas, so it doesn’t look like you have caked your face in the product.
-Won’t clog pores and shouldn’t aggravate acne as it’s non-comedogenic (meaning it free from substancea that tens to produce acne, such as by clogging pores on the skin)
-Conceals redness such as acne and rosacea. Mineral formulas often have excellent coverage, hiding redness and blemishes as it is a very buildable product.
-Ease of application is also appealing to all skin types.
It should be noted that when shopping around for mineral makeup, be very mindful that after a few hours, the foundation actually oxidises and becomes a shade or two darker, so its always best to try the product on for a few hours first.
The Cons
Health issues
Some researchers expressed that because the minerals used in mineral makeup are essentially broken down to much smaller particles using nano-technology, health risks are a possibility through accidently inhaling or absorption into the skin and bloodstream.
Ingredients
Ingredients that I personally feel shouldn’t be MM are:
•Bismuth Oxychloride is an inorganic white pigment, and usually comes in two forms - diamond and pearl finishes. The diamond is shimmery and the pearl is more matte. It gives the makeup a silky feel, good slip and good adhesion, which helps it stay on your skin. Bismuth-Oxychloride is a by product of refined lead and copper. Many expensive mineral makeup brands use this as it is cheap to buy, making it an inexpensive filler to bulk up a product. Sufferers of acne and roseacea will find that using products containing this ingredient will irritate their skin
•Talc gives powder a satiny feel but predominantly is a filler ingredient and is known to cause breakouts and skin irritation. non-natural cheap filler used in mineral makeup.
•Nanonized Titanium Dioxide or nanonized particles
Titanium Dioxide is a natural mineral and safe to use on the skin. The particles are not small enough to be absorbed by the skin. Some mineral makeup brands however, use nanonized titanium dioxide. This process using nano-technology breaks down the particles so much that it can be absorbed by the blood stream. When absorbed, these particles become toxic and pathogenic.
•Methylparaben This is a non-natural preservative.
•Trisodium EDTA This is a non-natural preservative, including methyparaben, propylparaben and diasolidinyl urea.
•Manganese Violet A non-natural poisonous pigment, used in place of the more expensive Colbalt Violet Deep pigment (also poisonous). It is certified to be used in cosmetics.
•Carmine Often prepared from cochineal (dried insects), by boiling them in water to extract the carminic acid and treated to create a red pigment. Products containing this ingredient are not certified vegetarian or vegan as it contains animal by-products.
Ingredients Found in MM
•Iron Oxides are necessary to give colour to makeup. They come in multiple colours with red, yellow, black and blue being the most popular. This is a very opaque pigment used for colouring cosmetics.
•Mica is found in nature, adds glow to the skin and gives a creamy, smooth, light-reflective quality to MM. Some dermatologists and cosmetic surgeons do recommend MM with mica to patients. It also creates bulk and acts as a filler in MM formulas.
•Titanium Dioxide is another main ingredient in mineral makeup. It gives coverage and sunscreen to the product. This is a naturally occurring white mineral and is the second most highly reflective mineral (the first being Diamond). Therefore it not only acts a physical sunscreen but also helps minimise the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
•Zinc Oxide also is a base ingredient for mineral foundation. It gives coverage and sunscreen, just like titanium dioxide does. It is a natural sunscreen giving you a broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection and it is also used for its wide range of colours. This mineral allows foundations to be different shades, and is also used in Eye shadows and Blushes.
•Kaolin Clay is used for it’s oil absorbing qualities.
•Dimethicone is made from silica that is a combination of minerals but largely comprised of quartz. Dimethicone aids spreading, is transfer resistant and imparts a remarkable smoothness and creaminess to the overall product. It also improves coverage without adding heaviness. It is non-comedogenic and highly water repellent.
Yes this was quite a lengthy post, but it's for readers out there whom are very anal about what ingredients go onto their faces.
Keep happy and healthy!
-Mai
The Facts
Mineral makeup has been around since the mid-1970’s and has now taken the cosmetic world by storm [thank the lord it is now mainstream! :)].
What is Mineral Makeup?
MM is made from pure crushed minerals. The term ‘pure’ and ‘natural’ is very subjective and from reviews I have read, ingredients in their natural form may also be an irritant to the skin. "True" MM only have 4 or 5 ingredients. However, the new generation of MM now has a greater number of ingredients and a majority of brands have ingredients that shouldn’t even be there!
MM prides itself on that it is free from parabens, fillers, oils, preservatives, fragrance, talc, chemical dyes and are safe for even very sensitive skins or people suffering from acne and rosacea.
The Pros
Mineral Makeup:
-Looks natural compared to other thick, creamy formulas, so it doesn’t look like you have caked your face in the product.
-Won’t clog pores and shouldn’t aggravate acne as it’s non-comedogenic (meaning it free from substancea that tens to produce acne, such as by clogging pores on the skin)
-Conceals redness such as acne and rosacea. Mineral formulas often have excellent coverage, hiding redness and blemishes as it is a very buildable product.
-Ease of application is also appealing to all skin types.
It should be noted that when shopping around for mineral makeup, be very mindful that after a few hours, the foundation actually oxidises and becomes a shade or two darker, so its always best to try the product on for a few hours first.
The Cons
Health issues
Some researchers expressed that because the minerals used in mineral makeup are essentially broken down to much smaller particles using nano-technology, health risks are a possibility through accidently inhaling or absorption into the skin and bloodstream.
Ingredients
Ingredients that I personally feel shouldn’t be MM are:
•Bismuth Oxychloride is an inorganic white pigment, and usually comes in two forms - diamond and pearl finishes. The diamond is shimmery and the pearl is more matte. It gives the makeup a silky feel, good slip and good adhesion, which helps it stay on your skin. Bismuth-Oxychloride is a by product of refined lead and copper. Many expensive mineral makeup brands use this as it is cheap to buy, making it an inexpensive filler to bulk up a product. Sufferers of acne and roseacea will find that using products containing this ingredient will irritate their skin
•Talc gives powder a satiny feel but predominantly is a filler ingredient and is known to cause breakouts and skin irritation. non-natural cheap filler used in mineral makeup.
•Nanonized Titanium Dioxide or nanonized particles
Titanium Dioxide is a natural mineral and safe to use on the skin. The particles are not small enough to be absorbed by the skin. Some mineral makeup brands however, use nanonized titanium dioxide. This process using nano-technology breaks down the particles so much that it can be absorbed by the blood stream. When absorbed, these particles become toxic and pathogenic.
•Methylparaben This is a non-natural preservative.
•Trisodium EDTA This is a non-natural preservative, including methyparaben, propylparaben and diasolidinyl urea.
•Manganese Violet A non-natural poisonous pigment, used in place of the more expensive Colbalt Violet Deep pigment (also poisonous). It is certified to be used in cosmetics.
•Carmine Often prepared from cochineal (dried insects), by boiling them in water to extract the carminic acid and treated to create a red pigment. Products containing this ingredient are not certified vegetarian or vegan as it contains animal by-products.
Ingredients Found in MM
•Iron Oxides are necessary to give colour to makeup. They come in multiple colours with red, yellow, black and blue being the most popular. This is a very opaque pigment used for colouring cosmetics.
•Mica is found in nature, adds glow to the skin and gives a creamy, smooth, light-reflective quality to MM. Some dermatologists and cosmetic surgeons do recommend MM with mica to patients. It also creates bulk and acts as a filler in MM formulas.
•Titanium Dioxide is another main ingredient in mineral makeup. It gives coverage and sunscreen to the product. This is a naturally occurring white mineral and is the second most highly reflective mineral (the first being Diamond). Therefore it not only acts a physical sunscreen but also helps minimise the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
•Zinc Oxide also is a base ingredient for mineral foundation. It gives coverage and sunscreen, just like titanium dioxide does. It is a natural sunscreen giving you a broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection and it is also used for its wide range of colours. This mineral allows foundations to be different shades, and is also used in Eye shadows and Blushes.
•Kaolin Clay is used for it’s oil absorbing qualities.
•Dimethicone is made from silica that is a combination of minerals but largely comprised of quartz. Dimethicone aids spreading, is transfer resistant and imparts a remarkable smoothness and creaminess to the overall product. It also improves coverage without adding heaviness. It is non-comedogenic and highly water repellent.
Yes this was quite a lengthy post, but it's for readers out there whom are very anal about what ingredients go onto their faces.
Keep happy and healthy!
-Mai
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