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6 January 2013

Everyday Minerals Powder Foundation
I have been reading "No More Dirty Looks" and it got me think that I slightly fell off my natural beauty wagon during 2012. The hard part about going natural is knowing your ingredients. Parabens, Petroleum and SLS/SLES are common knowledge but what about the likes of Phenoxyethanol, Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate and sodium hydroxymethylglycinate. These are ingredients which I am spotting in my Free From products. When I wrote about Sukin's cleanser they later sent me an article about their use of Phenoxyethanol. Their justification "Sukin use this ingredient at less than 1%, well under the limits set for this preservative." Trouble is companies do not have to tell us this, there is no way of knowing what percentage of ingredient a product contains by looking at the labels.

Where am I going with all this? Well, I am overhauling my skincare products. First on the list is ditching my high street foundations. They have gone in the bin as I broke out with eczema on my face. It’s only a small patch and probably not noticeable to most but blooming annoying to me. Now that Boots has discontinued my No 7 foundation there is no longer an excuse to buy this crap any more. 

I am sure I have mentioned it elsewhere on my blog but when shopping for mineral foundations the advice is to avoid bismuth oxychloride. It is non toxic but it can cause irritation and dry skin. Non mineral powders will contain parabens, silicones and PEG. According to No More Dirty Looks (page 138) acne prone girls should avoid cornstarch (zea mays) as it can feed acne causing bacteria. 

I am currently using Green People foundation which I reviewed but I am still not happy about it containing talc. I decided to look for something different. I already experimented with Funky Fresh, Karma Naturals, BM Beauty, Lily Lolo and Elemental Beauty but wanted to keep looking at the market. Everyday Minerals is often talked about by bloggers across the pond. I was slightly overwhelmed by the colour choices so opted to buy some samples. My advice is study the information available on the Everyday Minerals website before making a purchase, you will find instructions regarding colours for specific skin tones.

Yesterday I tried the Jojoba Base in Nude. I like the coverage and feels silky on skin but the colour is not correct for me. My boyfriend said I looked like I was wearing more make up than usual. I took that to mean the coverage was heavier than I usually wear. My foundations are normally very light plus I think the colour was not helping matters. I have yet to try the two other samples. I ordered semi matte base in Fair Medium and Fairly Light. My suspicion is my colour choices may be a little off the mark. Once I get the correct colour I do intend to buy the full size.

Samples are inexpensive and the best way to trial products. Have you tried Everyday Minerals? Any suggestions which colour may suit a light complexion with red undertones?

Sarah x

6 August 2012

Everyday Minerals  Powder Foundation Base Rosy Beige 3C
Over the years I've become a user of natural mineral makeup in particular powder foundations. I personally felt a difference in my skin once I stepped away from high street foundations. With hindsight it is easy to see that the ingredients in recognisable every day brands are not suitable for my allergic and sensitive skin type. Mineral makeup does not compromise on quality and effectiveness, it can be original and versatile.

There are a wide selection of natural mineral makeup brands on the market so let me introduce you to some of them. I acknowledge that shade range may not be suitable for all skin tones and this is something that needs to be addressed.

Everyday Minerals - based in Austin Texas, their products are vegan, sustainable and cruelty free with eco-friendly and recyclable packaging. I've been using their Jojoba base in Rosy Beige 3C for years.

Inika - Australian brands started in Sydney in 2006, globally recognised and trusted for organic and natural makeup. Suitable for Vegans

Lily Lolo - an ethically conscious British natural mineral makeup brand, founded in 2005, cruelty free, free from chemicals, parabens, perfumes or dyes, 90% of products are vegan friendly

Love the Planet - free from parabens, synthetic dyes and fragrances, fillers, bismuth oxychloride, nano particles and animal products, suitable for vegetarians and vegans.

Zao - refill system available, natural, organic and vegan, they have a great FAQ section if you have any questions concerning their ingredients

Sarah x

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