So is Mineral Makeup REALLY Healthy?

Mineral makeup – those cosmetic products made of finely ground minerals straight from the earth, without any of the chemicals, dyes, perfumes, or preservatives often found in makeup – so popular, but are they really better than “regular” makeup?
Common sense would say “yes” – however there are several things to consider, such as your choice of mineral makeup, your skin type, any skin problems you may have and which products you are currently using. First, your choice – not all brands are created equal – check the ingredients. Second – everyone has different skin types and makeup preferences, so what may work well for one person, may not work as well for another.
What mineral makeup has going for it is its lack of irritants, such as chemicals, dyes, fillers, fragrances and preservatives. To those individuals with sensitive skin, mineral makeup’s gentleness can be the answer to their problems.
In addition, the titanium dioxide and zinc oxide found in some mineral makeups have anti-inflammatory properties, which can help those who suffer from inflammatory conditions, like acne or rosacea. Mineral makeup does not clog pores, so it certainly won’t aggravate any existing acne condition, or cause break-outs like regular makeup.
Finally, the SPF claims of some brands offer another layer of protection, though we all know that it should not be relied upon as the sole method of sunscreen.

Does Foundation Look Orange on Your Skin?

If you have oily skin, then you have probably encountered the orange-tinted side effect of wearing some foundations. Personally, I have combination skin and have had this problem with both liquid foundations and some powder mineral foundations.
Basically it starts out fine, the foundation color perfectly matches my skin tone, and then an hour or so later the color looks darker and is an unattractive shade of orange! My search for the answer to this problem has led me to believe that it is a combination of things that cause this color reaction.
It seems that the oily areas of the skin (the t-zone) can affect the pigments in the foundation, causing it to appear darker on your face than in the container.