Most women want to achieve that natural, radiant look. Did you know that the "no makeup look" is the most difficult look to achieve? It can be a bit tricky, colors and texture need to blend together and complement your skin tone. Of course, it's always best to have good skin as makeup will stick better. Just like the principles in painting, colors will adhere well on good canvas. However, not everyone is blessed with good skin, a reason for many women to look for the right makeup to conceal imperfections. But still, another thing to keep in mind though -- too much makeup can clog pores, thus worsening skin conditions instead of helping you conceal them.
MAC Mineralize Foundation
The advancements in technologies have helped beauty companies to find a better approach in developing makeup products. These days, we see makeup companies going green, incorporating natural ingredients that are advantageous and beneficial to skin. Lately, a number of makeup brands have introduced mineral makeup line -- a line that claims health benefits for the skin while doing the job of a traditional makeup. A lot of people are now converts to mineral makeup, claiming that it feels like a second skin and wears better than traditional makeup.
MAC Cosmetics, the number one choice of makeup artists and makeup mavens, is not one to get behind in introducing mineral makeup. While MAC has made a name for itself for its skin-friendly formula, the brand even made things better by bringing in mineral makeup into their wide array of products.
MAC offers two kinds of formulation for foundation from their Mineralize line: MAC Mineralize SatinFinish SPF 15 and Mineralize Foundation SPF 15.
MAC Mineralize SatinFinish SPF 15 (US$29.50)
A liquid foundation that blends the natural light-reflecting properties of micro-minerals with a smooth satin finish. It glides a light to medium coverage, with a slightly luminous look. Aside from a sheer coverage, the skin will also benefit from Vitamins C and E ingredients plus sun protection. This is suitable for normal to dry skin. 16 available shades.
MAC Mineralize Foundation SPF 15 (US$32.50)
A rich, creamy formulation for a flawless, medium buildable and fully dimensional finish. This feels heavenly on the skin as this is lightweight and silky to apply. This suits all skin types but those who suffer from dryness and dullness will benefit from this formulation. At the same time, this also gives you protection from the sun's damaging UV rays as this contains SPF 15. If you cannot find the right shade in the liquid versional, you may opt for this creamy formulation as this is available in 23 shades.
 MAC Cosmetics Glitter and Ice Winterized Mineralize Eyeshadow NIB $29.99 Time Remaining: 34m Buy It Now for only: $29.99 |
 MAC Cosmetics Naturally Daylight Mineralize Eyeshadow NIB $27.99 Time Remaining: 39m Buy It Now for only: $27.99 |
 MAC Cosmetics Naturally Blonde Mineralize Skinfinish NIB $49.99 Time Remaining: 44m Buy It Now for only: $49.99 |
Choose the right shade
Foundation, as the word implies, the first makeup that you apply on your face. In choosing a foundation, you have to evaluate your skin type and color. In finding the right color, you should test the color on your jaw line on natural light. If the color disappears, then you have successfully found the right color for you. But if not, then the search for the right foundation shade is still on!