Bare Minerals Foundations: All It's Cracked Up to Be?

Bella, I have rosacea and saw one of these ads on an infomercial over a year ago. I've never worn foundation, and didn't want to start. But I was tired of using a concealer stick to cover various bumps, zits, blotches. So I bought it and have been using it ever since. I like it. I don't feel like I've got a ton of make-up on, the coverage is good, and it does stay on all day. It comes with a concealer cream that you can use under the "powder" which is much lighter than any regular powder I've ever seen.

I use Clean & Clear oil absorbing sheets once or twice during the day for my oily t-zone... you sort of blot with them, and they don't take off the make-up.

My make-up's a different brand than Bare Essentials though - can't remember it at the moment, but will check that out when I get home, if you'd like.

Fresh? That was the other brand Sephora carried that was like Bare Minerals. There is also another brand I saw somewhere that is a mineral too....

Nope, it's not Fresh - it's two words - it's on the tip of my tongue...

You applied it to your tongue?

I found it online. The brand I use is called Sheer Cover.

I tried the foundation and liked it very much. I ordered some other products from their line at Sephora. However, the containers are quite small, so it can get expensive. If you go to the Bare Escentuals site, they try to sell packages, with automatic shipments every month or so....no thanks! I haven't tried any eye products, but the lipstick has shea butter in it and feels really nice.

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i know this is quite a while after the original post, but i just joined this. anyway, i started using bare minerals about a year ago, and i won't use anything else now. i have combination skin as well, tho on the dry side. the powder does not make my skin look drier as i thought it might. i have used the eye shadows, blushes, and other products as well. i like them all. yes, they are expensive, but you use very little at a time, so they last for months. i can't feel the makeup on my face, which i love. i never used to wear foundation in the summer cuz i couldn't stand the way it feels, but now i can wear it year round!

Hi gaigle, welcome to a2k!

newbie as well here
Hiya, I'm new here and just bought some bare minerals foundation yesterday as well (my sister got some, it looked nice on her, and needed some too ^_^)
Anyway, I'm kind of stupid with make-up application, because I've always used liquid foundation, not powder foundation, and this is, obviously, powder. I was wondering if any of you had any tips as of how to apply it? I know it might be hard to put into words but... if you could try that'd be great.. I'm thoroughly confused as to how to make it un-blotchy with no streaks.

Thanks!
-Rae

Ok, first of all WELCOME! And second, it isn't as easy as one might think. Applying this takes practice.

First, moistureize! But always wait about 15-20 minutes after applying moisturizer or you will not get a good finish.

Second, don't put too much on. If you do, it cakes up horribly. I don't use concealer anymore, I just got a small brush and apply it where I need it, under the eyes and on belmishes. Then, I make sure not to put it on in those areas when I do the general application. Sometimes it can't be avoided but under the eyes can be.

Third, I get some on the big poofy brush. Make sure you get the excess off. Then I put it on one side of my face. Then I put some on the other side of my face. Then I put it on my forhead and the bridge of my nose. Finally, I run the brush all over my face to make sure it is even (without makeup on the brush). Last, I have a stiffer brush that I use to sweep over my whole face to get excess off. Sometimes I have to touch under my eyes with my finger to blend and uncake.

Viola! Done! It only takes a few minutes to do and I've had lots of compliments on it. It does take some time to master. I did a few dry runs before i actually went out of the house. I would put it on, and then check it in natural light (by a window or outside) since natural light shows far more imperfections than the light in your house. That way you can try different techniques and stuff.

Good luck! I love this stuff and I hope you do to!

Bare Escentuals mineral makeup works
I have had problem skin since my early 30s (about 7 years now) because I came down with rosacea when I was 32. I have not been able to wear any makeup at all without acne breakout even though my skin is super dry. I've been using Bareminerals makeup for several years and it is GREAT! I have never had a problem and it removes all the redness and acne if I have any and makes my face look NORMAL. I love the stuff, and if you are worried about the price, you can find full-size jars (9-13 g.) on eBay for under 20 bucks. My full-size jars lasted 2 years, you really use VERY LITTLE every day! I found a deal for 8 full-size jars and 2 full-size eye shadows for $40! If you're patient you can find them! You can also buy little samples for about $5 on eBay if you just want to try it without spending huge amounts of money.

Don't worry about this makeup, it's pure, clean, and healthy!! And it looks great on anyone's skin!!

Kira

Hi kiralove, welcome to a2k! I agree, it's great stuff. I'm still using the samples and I've had them over a year.