Mineral foundation

Mineral foundation has recently appeared and many women and men have discovered the virtues of this product. Mineral foundation is often confused with loose or compact makeup powder. The loose powder is designed to absorb the sebum produced by the skin and is a product with little or no covering power.

The mineral foundation has a high covering power and is also a natural UV protector thanks to the minerals it contains.

The composition of mineral foundation

The composition of mineral powders is simple and gives foundations properties that were undreamed of just a few years ago. So with only ingredients like Mica, Zinc Oxide, Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Ultramarine Blue, it is possible to create a foundation with covering, anti-UV and non-irritating qualities.< /p>

It is thanks to Zinc Oxide and Titanium Dioxide that mineral foundations protect against the sun with an SPF index of 15. Thanks to this index, your skin is protected all day against the harmful radiation of the sun. sun also your skin is not at risk of this:

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How to apply mineral foundation

The mineral powder should be applied to cleansed and well-hydrated skin. Indeed a routine is to be observed to have an irreproachable complexion and skin.

Your toolbox:

• A facial cleanser
• A facial scrub
• Microfiber wipes
• A moisturizer that suits your skin type
• Anti-UV mineral foundation
• A finishing powder
• A KABUKI brush (essential)

1 – Cleansing and Exfoliation

You must first cleanse your skin of any old traces of makeup. For this, a make-up remover and a microfiber wipe are your two favorite weapons. The moistened microfiber cloth can be used on its own.
Once your face has been thoroughly cleansed, proceed to exfoliation. Exfoliating helps get rid of dead skin that can leave your face looking dry and lifeless.
Facial skin is delicate so we recommend a low-abrasive exfoliating product .

Congratulations the first step is over and it is essential

2 – Skin hydration

Mineral foundation needs to settle on well-hydrated skin. Indeed, if the skin is too dry, the foundation will not be retained enough all day. If your skin is naturally oily then you can apply only to the driest areas. In winter do not hesitate to protect your skin well with a cream a little richer than usual. The Mulondon or Lulu and Boo creams are ideal for this. Wait about ten minutes before applying foundation.

3 – Preparing the mineral foundation

Pour a small amount of mineral powder into the lid of your foundation. The photo allows you to determine the quantity to be poured. The surplus will fall back into the jar anyway and so you won't lose your precious foundation.

Then swirl your Kabuki in the powder then lightly tap the bristles of the Kabuki in the lid to remove the excess.

4 – Application of mineral foundation

This is the step where you decide on the visual rendering of the foundation. Apply the mineral powder in circular motions.

It is recommended to start by applying on the cheeks while working towards the outside of the face.This is when the powder clings to the sebum of your skin to merge and thus give a unified complexion with a very natural look. With experience you will know what quantity of foundation suits your skin. To do this, carefully observe your skin in a mirror after each passage of the Kabuki brush.

After the cheeks you can apply all over the face and wherever you think your complexion is imperfect. If you apply on the neck, be careful not to deposit the product in the areas that come into contact with your clothes.

5 – The finish

Finally, it is strongly recommended to apply a mineral finishing powder which will help to ensure a perfect fusion of the foundation for an improved hold. Mattifying finishing powders also make the complexion less shiny if your skin is a little too oily.

The application of the finishing powder is exactly the same procedure described in the 4th step.