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A Comparison of Mineral Makeup

Mineral makeup is a popular alternative to traditional cosmetics. Mineral makeup combines just a few natural ingredients to make foundations, concealers, blushes, eyeshadows and finishing powders. Most mineral cosmetics are gentle and well-tolerated, even on sensitive skin. Not all mineral makeup is created equally, and some products may contain potentially irritating ingredients or may not provide the coverage you need.

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Tips to Apply Eye Makeup

Eye makeup can make you look tired, highlight wrinkles, smear and look garish. Less is more may be a cliche, but in the makeup world it allows your true beauty to shine through. Properly applied eye makeup should bring attention to the positive aspects of your eyes while correcting any problems. It should make your eyes appear open, bright and alert.

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The Best Mass Market Mineral Makeup

Made from crushed minerals, mineral makeup claims to offer users a light, natural appearance. Many cosmetic companies have their own line of mineral makeup; however, not all contain the same quality of ingredients. Because makeup is generally worn for a long time, the American Dermatological Association recommends selecting makeup that is hypoallergenic, non-comedogenic and non-acnegenic. In layman’s terms, this mean the best mineral makeup are those that are less likely to trigger allergic reactions, clog pores or cause acne. The ADA also recommends that users choose makeup that contains sunscreen. Several brands of mineral makeup attempt to follow the ADA recommendations.

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What Are the Dangers of Permanent Makeup?

To some women, permanent makeup is a potentially exciting way to reduce the time spent on daily beauty care, especially when it comes to more complicated makeup applications, such as eyeliner. However, the risks of getting permanent makeup are virtually identical to those of getting tattoos, according to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Mayo Clinic. Moms run a number of potential risks when opting for this permanent beauty treatment, some which can even be life-threatening.