The attention focused recently on mineral makeup might have you wondering “Is it for me? And are the benefits worth the extra expense?” The answers to those questions may be found by doing a bit of research for yourself, but here are a few items to consider. It turns out that it is not necessarily what is in the makeup you wear that makes it beneficial for the skin, but what is left out. What is missing from the organic and natural lines are oils, chemical dyes, extracts, and fillers, etc. that have been found to be skin irritants. Makeups with these compounds can prevent your skin from breathing and worsen any skin condition you may have. Natural makeup producers have found more skin friendly ingredients to achieve the same ends with better results in most cases.
All makeup is comprised of minerals that have been “processed” to some extent because there is no such thing as a pure mineral. Both natural and traditional makeup lines use the same basic mineral ingredients for the most part. But the risk of bacterial growth and contamination is absent from natural makeup, with the added benefit of a longer shelf life. Also keep in mind that the application technique of mineral makeup is different than with traditional, so a bit of professional instruction may be in order. The benefits of using natural makeup more than offset the added expense from a wellness point of view. The Jane Iredale line of mineral makeup best satisfies the needs and concerns of our clients and is considered the top all natural makeup line. Our skin care specialists at Beyond Beaute’ are here to assist you with your makeup needs. Call for a consultation today.