Beautify Skin with Mesmorizing Minerals

I was first introduced to mineral makeup from an esthetician almost 5 years years ago and was thrilled with the results. At the time I was suffering from terrible acne, and I was amazed at how well it camouflaged my breakouts. Then I began to notice how nourishing it was for my skin. The redness began to disappear. It was truly an answer to my prayers! That's when I started telling everyone I know about it.

Mineral makeup, once only promoted by estheticians and plastic surgeons, has finally gone mainstream and for good reason. Not only do the ingredients come from the earth instead of a lab, but it supports the skin with anti-inflammatory benefits, allows it to breath, and naturally contains UVA/UVB protection. In addition, the minerals don't support bacteria, and therefore don't require any irritating preservatives. Best of all, it makes skin appear shear, flawless and glowing throughout the day without needing a touch up.

While conventional makeup contains coal-tar colors, petrochemicals and perfumes, mineral makeup uses earth mined ingredients such as titanium dioxide, zinc oxide, mica and ultramarine pigments. Some of the mineral makeup formulas incorporate antioxidants and other nutrients to enhance cellular immunity.

My long-time favorite brand is Jane Iredale, which sells foundation containing antioxidants from pine bark extract and pomegranate extract. It's also the favorite among dermatologist and plastic surgeons. It costs a little more than other brands. However, I will let you in a little secret of where to find it for the best price. A friend of mine introduced me to http://www.skinwest.com/ several years ago and it's now my regular supplier. Skin West's Web site doesn't show their lower prices on Jane Iredale's products until you check out. Once you get on their mailing list they'll send you an email about every month with a discount code for another 20% off. Until June 18 they are having a sale, so if you want to take advantage of the great discount here is the current coupon code: UCGPC2DM.

Fortunately, mineral makeup's rising popularity has allowed it to branch out into liquid form in addition to powder. It is now available in base, eye shadow, blush, lipstick, mascara and concealer. And if you think of all the colors on the earth, there are that many colors available to enhance your facial features.

Here is a list of the many companies offering mineral makeup:

Afterglow Cosmetics - http://www.afterglowcosmetics.com/
Bare Escentuals - http://www.bareescentuals.com/
Colorescience - http://www.colorescience.com/
Dr. Hauschka - http://www.drhauschka.com/
Ecco Bella - http://www.eccobella.com/
GloMinerals - www.glominerals.com
Dechant - http://www.dechantsheerminerals.com/
Jane Iredale - www.janeiredale.com
Larénim - www.larenim.com
Zia Natural -www.zianatural.com