Mineral Makeup. There are oodles of brands available, all sporting claims of why their product is better than traditional makeup. Let's "dig" into the real deal of mineral makeup.
The main fact is, all makeup is comprised of minerals. Say what? That's right, all makeup is made from minerals. Take a look at your cosmetic ingredients and you will find they contain the same list of items; dioxide, zinc oxide, mica, iron oxides, etc.
Mineral makeup ingredients do not come directly from a mine, become crushed and poured into containers. Ingredients such as zinc oxide are synthesized in a laboratory setting and titanium dioxide is extracted and purified in the lab. These minerals are not safe to be used in their natural state as a cosmetic. They contain things like lead and mercury which we certainly wouldn't want to use on our skin.
There are no health benefits to using mineral makeup and you can experience the same irritation and problems as any other makeup ingredient. When the mineral makeup is ground down to micro-particle size, they now have a tendency to be able to enter into and clog the pores on your skin.
Mineral makeup tends to collect in the fine lines and pores of the skin and will accentuate dry flaky patches. Those with darker skin can find it difficult to locate a shade that will match the skin. Mature skin will notice facial lines becoming more pronounced as the makeup settles in.
Bismuth oxychloride is the ingredient that gives makeup its pearly finish. Many people have claimed it to cause skin irritation and acne flare-ups. This ingredient is created from lead and copper and mixed with chloride and water. You should avoid this ingredient if you have acne, rosacea or sensitive skin.
In just about every mineral makeup you will find mica. It is a group of minerals found in different types of rock and often contain traces of metals. Small amounts found in cosmetics do not pose a risk to human health but, if the crystals are not ground small enough, they will actually create microscopic tears in your skin as you swirl and buff the product on your skin. Delicate skin will be extremely sensitive and the tiny tears can open up the skin to hazardous environmental contaminants.
Investigate and educate yourself when it comes to cosmetics. Just because a company claims their makeup is natural because it is comprised of minerals does not mean you shouldn't do your homework. Read the labels, check ingredients and become aware of the difference between fact and fiction when it comes to advertising and marketing tactics.
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