Bare Minerals & Why I Love This Makeup

Before I caved in and bought Bare Minerals online, I first tried the mineral makeup available under a commonly known brand name found at any pharmacy. That stuff was not much different than a loose powder: It gave me that "too much make up" look, wore off quickly, creased in the lines on my face and itched like hives if I perspired in the least.

Honestly, I was afraid Bare Minerals would do the same thing. But it came with a guarantee - If I didn't like, I could quit the Club and be done with it. Sure, it cost a little more with shipping added on but I'm the kind who will try almost anything once if I believe it may have some benefits.

Benefits it has! There are just enough shimmery ingredients in Bare Minerals to give my skin a healthy looking "glow." That's not to give the impression that my face is 'glittery' like some makeup that's made for women in their teens and twenties. It doesn't collect in the fine lines around my eyes and doesn't give my skin a dried-out, dusty appearance. I was sold on it after receiving the introductory kit and I've been stuck on it ever since.  I'm responsible for getting my younger sister using it.

I had heard that Bare Minerals would absorb the moisture from my skin but I have to tell you I'm not seeing that. Of course, I observe a twice-daily skin care regimen and drink enough water to float a compact car.

What I like best about Bare Minerals is that it delicately reflects light from my skin, detracting attention from the fine lines and wrinkles rather than making them more obvious. Shimmery, glimmery makeup will make those wrinkles more obvious but not Bare Minerals.

Having sung the praises of the foundation (and the concealer and the Warmth and the Mineral Veil), it's time I tried the eye shadows. I've spent hundreds of dollars trying to find the right eye shadow - not so glittery, not so powdery - but I'm not having any luck. Sure, not everything I use can be purchased locally but this is one makeup that's worth every dime as far as I'm concerned.