Mineral Cosmetics for the Summer

Do you ever fear that your makeup will melt off your face in the heat of summer? Is the combination of the humidity and your thick foundation contributing to clogged pores? Sure, ideally, we should all be able to experience carefree summers without having to wear makeup. Yet some of us, whether we work in a professional environment or have blemishes to cover up, would never dare to go bare, even during summer.

To be honest, I dreaded the summer when I used to wear traditional makeup. My face would feel oily and my makeup would begin to slide down my face. It was an atrocious sight. However, a few years back, I made the switch to mineral cosmetics, and boy, will I never look back. If you find the right mineral makeup for you, you will most likely fall in love. It can be long-lasting, provide adjustable coverage and most of all, the right formulation for your skin will pretty much guarantee that you won't experience any cosmetic acne.

There are so many kinds of mineral makeup on the market right now. I have gone through so many companies, and I must say that only a few can meet my expectations. However, once I found my favorites, I knew to stick to them.

Bare Escentuals: I didn't experience any breakouts or irritation from this company, though many attest to a strange itchiness due to the bismuth oxychloride in it. I personally didn't have problems with this ingredient. However, I do know that the color selection is meager and disappointing, that the foundation makes my pores look huge, that my skin looked oddly shiny, and that this line is so expensive! Before settling for this company, try others. I did wear it in the summertime, and I just looked strange.

The verdict: If you can afford it, and if you have small pores, then you will like this brand, and you will love the change from heavy liquid foundation.