Here are some pros and cons of mineral makeup to consider!
Pros of Mineral Makeup
- Many mineral makeup brands do not use preservatives, parabens, dyes or fragrances
- Mineral makeup can often be beneficial for those with sensitive skin and/or prone to allergic reactions
- While other makeup options tend to ‘melt’ off your face, mineral makeup generally doesn’t
- Many feel that mineral makeup feels weightless on their skin, almost providing an ‘airy’ feel
- Although not a substitute for SPF protection, mineral makeup (that contains zinc oxide and titanium dioxide) has sunscreen properties
- If your pores tend to get clogged with makeup, minerals might be an option to consider as they tend not to get absorbed by your pores, nor hold bacteria
- Due to its mineral composition, mineral makeup has the ability to refract light providing a luminous glow that tends to hide blemishes
Cons of Mineral Makeup
- Mineral makeup, in loose powder form, can tend to be messy at times and if not used right can make it’s way on to your bathroom counter during application
- Depending on the brand, finding the right match of color to your face may prove challenging
- Some individuals feel that mineral makeup is not the best choice for them as their skin may tend to look dry and/or cake like – for others they feel that it accentuates wrinkles
- You have to read labels and do research to find out if your mineral makeup has bismuth oxycholoride, a derivative of metal that can be produced as a byproduct of lead/copper smelting
- Darker skin individuals have to be sure to use a good quality of mineral makeup otherwise they may look ‘ashy’